Hot Summer Nights at the Kennedy is a professional theatre company whose mission is to serve the citizens of Raleigh, Wake County and Eastern Carolina by "keeping the lights on" and producing professional theatrical performances in the Kennedy Theatre at the Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts during the summer months. Hot Summer Nights goal is to produce great shows that are varied in type, attitude and scope and employ actor, stage crew and staff of all ages, races and creeds from North Carolina and Broadway. Hot Summer Nights will use our resources to nourish, celebrate and employ many theatrical groups, colleges, charities and citizens and support and assist the City of Raleigh with entertainment needs.
Executive Producer- KD Kennedy, JR
Producer/General Manager- Michael Kennedy
Business Mgr/Group Sales- Karen Thompson
Publicity & Media Relations Director- Hilary Russo
Artistic Advisor- Lauren Kennedy
Artistic Advisor- Alan Campbell
Information regarding our general 2008 Season auditions will be posted shortly, but we are now accepting submissions for the play "Gods of Autumn". Visit our website for more info!
Who I'd like to meet: Actors, singers, performers, directors, stage managers, tech folks, anyone who enjoys theatre...
Hot Summer Nights at the Kennedy's Friend Space (Randomized)
Hey Michael~ YOu should grab your dad and come see me in The Rat Pack is Back in Charlotte at The McGlohan Theatre, Sept 25 - Oct 21st! It's a GREAt show...just a fun night out! Let me know if you need tix;) Les
I am so thrilled to be a part of the HSN family. I have taken with me so many cool and fun memories to laugh and smile on during our down times on this Asian Pacific Tour! You guys are awesome! xxoo
Hey there Hot Summer Nights! GREAT to hear from ya and I'm more than honored to be your "friend". We miss your lovely theatre and lovely people. Have a great off season. Cheers! www.leslankhorst.com