“The Patriot Players” is the name of the Theatre Department at Arendell Parrott Academy in Kinst The growth of the student as an individual is our emphasis.
Theatre arts instruction at Parrott Academy covers a wide spectrum including improvisation, pantomime, foundations of acting, technical theatre, and stage management. Students learn far more than the technical aspects of theatre production. Learning theatre arts affords the student the opportunity for self-exploration; building self-esteem and confidence in the process. Participation in theatre pr
02/14/2026
Opening night of The Wizard of Oz was a ROARING success! We hope to see you at a show this weekend! Performing at KLPAC Tonight, Feb. 14 @ 7pm and Sunday, Feb. 15 @ 2pm. Link to purchase tickets in our bio!
Thank you to Melissa Lambert for these wonderful pictures!
02/14/2026
What a wonderful journey down the Yellow Brick Road! Our Lower School students had the chance to meet Dorothy and her friends, hear about their adventures, and snap some unforgettable photos. We’re so grateful to our Lower School teachers for creating these magical moments and to Mrs. Whitfield and her Middle School club for sharing their time!
We hope to see you all at the show this weekend!
02/14/2026
Greetings citizens of Oz! ✨
Our Tin Man may have been searching for a heart, but all of you have certainly shown yours with your guesses and support. The jar was filled to the brim with Tinman hats, and after counting every last shiny piece, one guess stood above the rest!
With courage like a lion, brains like a scarecrow, and a heart worthy of Oz… our winner is Bennett, from Mrs. Davenport’s 1st grade class, with a guess of 350.
Thank you to everyone who followed the yellow brick road to join the fun. And remember — in Oz, anything is possible! We hope to see you all this weekend at the performances! 🌈
02/12/2026
You don’t want to miss this! Thank you to Amanda Harvey for these photos!
02/05/2026
The APA Thespians invite you to Take A Guess! with How many Tinman hats are in the jar?
$1 per guess • Unlimited guesses
Stop by the front desk to enter!
Contest runs 2/6–2/13.
Winner announced 2/13 and receives a free ticket to The Wizard of Oz plus the jar’s contents.
02/03/2026
We can't wait to see you there! Purchase your tickets to join in on the magic!
From Kansas to Oz, adventure awaits with The Patriot Players! Be part of the magic February 13 & 14 at 7pm, and February 15 at 2pm at the Kinston Lenoir Performing Arts Center. All attendees are automatically entered to win a charming Wizard of Oz gift basket. Three chances to win — one winner at each performance! Come dressed as your favorite character and compete in our costume contest for $5. Secure your seats now at https://parrottacademy.seatyourself.biz/
🌟 Follow the Yellow Brick Road with the Patriot Players! 🌟
The Patriot Players proudly present The Wizard of Oz, performed by our incredibly talented APA students! With colorful costumes, unforgettable music, and lots of heart, this classic story is sure to delight audiences of all ages.
Join Dorothy, Toto, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they discover courage, friendship, and the true meaning of home.
🎭 Dress-Up Encouraged!
Showgoers of all ages are invited to dress up as their favorite Wizard of Oz character and help bring the magic of Oz to life in the audience! An opportunity to take photos with Dorothy & Co. will follow the show!
📍 Kinston Lenoir Performing Arts Center
🗓 Showtimes:
• Fri, Feb 13, 2026 – 7:00 PM
• Sat, Feb 14, 2026 – 7:00 PM
• Sun, Feb 15, 2026 – 2:00 PM
🎟 Tickets on sale now:
https://parrottacademy.seatyourself.biz/
Bring the whole family, invite friends, and experience the magic—because there’s truly no place like the theater! 🌈✨
11/17/2025
🌈✨ We’re off to see the Wizard! ✨🌈
The Patriot Players are thrilled to announce the principal cast for our February 2026 production of The Wizard of Oz!
Hayden Harrison as Dorothy Gale
Charvi Gahlot as Scarecrow
Miles Harvey as Tinman
Daemyn Hort as Lion
Stay tuned as we journey down the Yellow Brick Road with this incredible group of performers. 💛
11/05/2025
The Patriot Players are so proud of the incredible work put into The Woman in Black — a production that challenged us, inspired us, and reminded us of the power of live theatre.
From the first rehearsal to the final curtain call, our cast and crew poured their hearts into every moment, blurring the line between the living and the dead and inviting audiences to step into a world of mystery and suspense.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who joined us, supported us, and shared in this haunting experience. Your presence made the chills a little deeper, the silence a little sharper, and the story all the more alive.
09/22/2025
Step into a world of suspense and mystery with our high school production of The Woman in Black, a gripping theatrical ghost story that will leave you breathless. Performed in The Re*****on Studio Theatre, this spine-chilling tale blurs the line between the seen and the unseen.
📅 Performances:
Thursday, October 30 & Friday, October 31 at 4:00 PM
🎭 Open to Middle and Upper School students, Faculty, & Adults
🔞 Some material may be frightening for children under 13
Prepare for an unforgettable experience where atmosphere, storytelling, and suspense take center stage!
BUY TICKETS NOW!
https://parrottacademy.seatyourself.biz
02/13/2025
Anne of Green Gables opens tomorrow night!!
This year, we’ll have extra fun in the lobby! In addition to our amazing concessions, we will also be selling celebration stars AND vintage merchandise from past APA Fine Arts shows—DVDs, T-shirts, and hoodies! We also now can accept card payments via square! Purchase tickets at the link in bio, or at the door!