Virginia Dare Baby Auditions
Saturday, July 27th was one of the most exciting days in recent memory for The Lost Colony. The day started with Virginia Dare Baby auditions. Eight families arrived to the administrative offices of The Lost Colony to try out for the chance to have their child portray Virginia Dare during the Virginia Dare celebration on August 16th and 17th.
5000th Performance
Later that evening, The Lost Colony celebrated it’s 5,000th performance. The evening started with a speech by Malcom Fearing, the great-nephew of Bradford Fearing, one of the original producers of The Lost Colony. Mr. Fearing’s speech highlighted the history and importance of the production and the Roanoke Island Historical Association. He dedicated the show to our supporters, which included alumni, community members, and state and local officials. Those in attedance included; Robert Outen, Dare County Manager, Dare County Commissioners Steve House, Bob Woodard, and Bea Basnight, Manteo Mayor Sherry Wickstrom, Kill Devil Hills Mayor John Windley, Senator Bobby Hanig, and Representative Keith Kidwell. A special guest who also attended the show-Dorita Balance, who was a cast member in the original 1937 production.
The beautiful weather of the evening brought with it an exceptional performance of The Lost Colony, put on and made possible by a wonderful cast and crew. Immediately following the performance, a special presentation utilizing The Lost Colony’s 3D mapping technology showcased the production’s 87 year history. View the presentation here.
Cake was served to all audience members and all were invited down to the stage to celebrate.
