Tom Dooley: A Wilkes County Legend

The 1868 murder of Laura Foster and the subsequent trial and hanging of her boyfriend Tom Dula in Wilkes County sparked national attention and inspired the classic folk tune “Tom Dooley.” This performance explores the lore that suggests Dula lied to protect the real killer: his other jealous lover.

Forest Edge Community Amphitheater, 1534 S. Recreation Rd.; Tuesday-Sunday, 8:30 p.m.; $15; (336) 838-7529; www.wilkesplaymakers.com