2013 Productions
110 in The Shade
June 12-15, 17-22 (Preview June 11)
Musical
Music by Harvey Schmidt
Lyrics by Tom Jones
Book by N. Richard Nash
Based on the The Rainmaker, a 1954 play by N. Richard Nash
It's the Fourth of July, 1936, and the town of Three Point, Texas, is in the midst of a blistering heat wave and drought. H.C. Curry is a rancher who's desperate for rain. He's equally desperate to find a good husband for his daughter, Lizzie, whose sharp wit and blunt honesty intimidate most men. H.C. sets his matchmaking sights on File, the local sheriff. While File and Lizzie both thirst for love, they're also wary and defensive. Suddenly, a handsome stranger blows into town. Bill Starbuck, aka Tornado Johnson, is a charismatic conman who claims to be a "rainmaker" - for a price. Lizzie's father agrees to pay Starbuck $100 to make it rain within 24 hours. Lizzie sees through Starbuck's scam, but finds herself drawn to him. That evening brings soul-searching, revelations and the first flickers of love, as the two discuss their hopes and dreams. Meanwhile, Sheriff File is searching for Starbuck to arrest him. Seeing Starbuck with Lizzie, File realizes that he, too, is in love with her. The atmosphere is charged as stormclouds build over this Three Point love triangle!
Production sponsored by
KTXR — The Gentle Giant, Playing The Greatest Hits of All Time
KY3
Missouri State Residence Life and Services
Penmac
Kerry McManus, ClearView Insurance
Joyce Redmon of BancorpSouth
Steel Magnolias
June 27-29, July 1-6
Comedy/Drama
Written by Robert Harling
Truvy's Beauty Parlor is the heart of the small town of Chinquapin, Louisiana. Here, a group of regulars - Truvy, Annelle, Shelby, M'Lynn, Clairee and Ouiser - gather for a bit of pampering, gossip and lighthearted banter. These six colorful characters vary in age, disposition and circumstance, from Shelby, a hopeful young bride, to Ouiser, a cantankerous widow. Yet, as the women share laughter, tears, wit and wisdom, a powerful bond of friendship is forged. The story unfolds over a three-year time-frame, from the day of Shelby's wedding through her fateful decision to have a child, despite life-threatening medical complications. ("I would rather have 30 minutes of wonderful than a lifetime of nothing special," she declares.) Through times of joy and sorrow, the women draw strength and support from one another. Together, they overcome heartbreak with love, courage and humor, showing that the beauty of these Southern flowers is more than skin deep!
Production sponsored by
KTXR — The Gentle Giant, Playing The Greatest Hits of All Time
KY3
Meridian Title Company
Educational Community Credit Union
Great Southern Bank
Springfield Business Journal
Med-Pay, Inc.
Studio 417 Salon
Damn Yankees
July 11-13, 15-21
Musical Comedy
Music by Richard Adler
Lyrics by Jerry Ross
Book by George Abbot and Douglas Wallop
Based on the The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant by Douglas Wallop
Winner of the 1965 Tony Award for Best Musical
Real estate agent Joe Boyd has two great passions: his wife, Meg, and his hometown baseball team, the hapless Washington Senators. Late one night, after the Senators suffer yet another crushing defeat, Joe says that he would sell his soul if only his beloved team could have "a long ball hitter" so they could beat the "damn Yankees" and play in the World Series. Enter the devil in the guise of slick salesman Mr. Applegate, who offers Joe a deal: in exchange for his soul, middle-aged Joe Boyd can become young Joe Hardy, the sensational slugger the Senators need. Joe accepts, but shrewdly negotiates an escape clause that expires at 9 p.m. on September 25, the last day of the season. Not to be outwitted by a mere mortal, Mr.Applegate sends Lola, his seductive acolyte, to keep Joe on the path to perdition! Can Joe resist Lola, help his team win the pennant, break his contract with the devil and return to Meg before the clock strikes nine? Anything's possible when you have heart!
Production sponsored by
KTXR — The Gentle Giant, Playing The Greatest Hits of All Time
KY3
Ethel Curbow, Coldwell Banker, Vanguard Realtors
Ruth Arneson, Marisol International
Springfield Black Tie, Inc.
Greg and Judy McManus
Missouri State University Bookstore and Bearwear
The Tent Theatre Orchestra presented by SPRINGFIELD MUSIC
