Ashes to ashes, dust to dust—a series of church burnings sets UVA Drama’s new season in motion with Marcus Gardley’s acclaimed 2010 play Every Tongue Confess. Weaving Biblical lore with the true history of a small Alabama town, this Southern spectacle also mixes gospel and blues hits for a soaring metaphysical journey. Director Theresa Davis leads a minimal cast in a cross-generational tale of love, loss, and redemption.
Through 10/19. $8-14, times vary. Ruth Caplin Theatre, 109 Culbreth Rd. 924-3376.