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Step Into the American South of Yesteryear with Raleigh's Anne Gordon Center Outing to 'Bright Star'

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Published on February 04, 2026
Step Into the American South of Yesteryear with Raleigh's Anne Gordon Center Outing to 'Bright Star'Source: City of Raleigh

Raleigh’s Anne Gordon Active Adult Center is inviting locals to enjoy an afternoon of culture and social engagement with a trip to see Bright Star. The musical, set in the American South during the 1920s and 1940s, follows literary editor Alice Murphy as her life is transformed by a chance encounter with a returning World War II soldier.

Theatre-goers can expect an engaging afternoon uncovering a hidden truth central to Bright Star’s story. The trip is scheduled for April 26, departing at 10:30 a.m. and returning around 5 p.m., according to the City of Raleigh. Participants are responsible for their own lunch, with the total cost at $53 for residents and $68 for non-residents.

Tickets require prior registration through the Active Adult Yearly Trip program. Interested participants can register by calling any Active Adult Center: Five Points at 919‑996‑4730, Walnut Terrace at 919‑996‑6160, or Anne Gordon at 919‑996‑4720. Questions or registration issues can be directed to Carmen Rayfield at 919‑996‑4734 or via email at [email protected].