“Carrie” the musical opens at Manatee Performing Arts Center for Halloween

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee Performing Arts Center is staging a production of “Carrie” the musical from Oct. 15 through Nov. 1.“Carrie” is a musical adaptation of the Stephen King novel and the 1976 film. The production is being performed in MPAC’s smaller black box space.Director Neal Addison and actor Allie McLaughlin joined Suncoast View to discuss the show and give us a live preview of the musical.History of the production“Carrie” began in the 1980s as a Broadway production. The musical returned in a 2012 revival that has become known as a cult classic. The musical is written by the same author who wrote the screenplay for the film.Show detailsThe show contains mature content. Prom attire is encouraged for audiences.The Halloween evening show includes encouraged costumes, a complimentary trick-or-treat goodie bag and specialty themed cocktails available for purchase.Tickets are available at manateeperformingartscenter.com