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DateApr 11, 2026
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Ticket PricesStarting at $34.19
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On SaleOn Sale Now
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Groups
Groups of 10+ receive 20% off base ticket price.
- Apr 11| Saturday 3:00 PM Get Tickets
- Apr 11| Saturday 8:00 PM Get Tickets
Event Description
“The Obituary” unfolds the story of Theodore Thadius Gohagen IV, affectionately known as Thad, whose life has been meticulously crafted by his father, Theodore III. Thad has inherited the family business, Gohagen's Funeral Home, and has lived according to his father's design. However, following his father's death, He decides to embrace his own aspirations, including pursuing new career opportunities, relocating, and seeking true love after thirty-four years of living a life predetermined by his father. This new play unfolds the tale of a father and son grappling with issues of identity, love, and acceptance in a contemporary world, ultimately leading them to a fateful crossroads.
Benjamin D. Smith, playwright, weaves an enthralling theatrical narrative that peels back the layers of a family's hidden triumphs and tribulations.
Content Advisory
This play contains adult language and includes a brief flashing lights and fog in one scene.
Directions & Parking
A special preferred parking rate of only $10* is available for our patrons in the Bank of America Center Parking Garage.
- Entrances: 150 N. College St. and 290 E. 5th St.
The $10 rate is applicable when parked in the garage after 5pm on weekdays, Monday-Friday. If parked in the garage before 5pm, the $10 rate is void. There is no time restriction for the weekend, Saturday and Sunday.
Getting and Using Your Parking Pass When You Arrive
- Pull the garage entry ticket when you arrive at the designated garage. You will need this to exit!
- Purchase a $10 Blumenthal exit pass at the theater or click here to purchase in advance online. If you would rather purchase by phone, please call 704.372.1000.*
When You Exit
- Insert or scan your garage entry ticket. Amount due will display on the screen.
- Scan your Blumenthal exit pass sticker.
- Gate arm will rise and the screen will display “drive safely.”
*Pre-paid parking is not available day of show.
PURCHASE YOUR PARKING EXIT PASS IN ADVANCE
Bring your pre-purchased parking pass with you to the show and receive an exit pass sticker at parking stations in the lobby before or after the show.
VIP Information
VIP seats include exclusive Meet & Greet with the Playwright, Benjamin D. Smith and cast, a gift bag with show memorabilia, bottle of water, mints, signed program book and pictures with playwright and actors.
Booth Playhouse at Blumenthal Arts Center is located in Founders Hall and contains 434 seats in its orchestra and gallery levels.
It hosts a variety of dance, choral and other musical ensembles, as well as meetings, seminars and workshops.