2008 SEASON
Mancin Auditorium
Bartow Community Center

CURTAIN TIME: 8 P.M. for all performances -- except all 3 P.M. Sunday matinees and the one-night only 7 P.M. Gary Claxton performance.

Unless otherwise noted, all productions are part of The Schoolhouse Players 2008 Season of plays and are included in the Season Membership fee.

TICKET PRICES:
Schoolhouse Players Productions: Season Tickets $30 (4 plays/musicals) $30.
Individual Tickets for Schoolhouse Players productions: $10
Group Discount for 12 or more: $9 each

BONUS SHOW PRICES
TWO FOR BROADWAY: $15
GARY CLAXTON: $10

Individual tickets for any of the shows listed below are available while supplies last. FOR RESERVATIONS CALL 478-364-3340.

BONUS SHOW! BONUS SHOW! BONUS SHOW! BONUS SHOW!
TOO MARVELOUS FOR WORDS
Music by Harold Arlen and Henry Mancini
Lyrics by Johnny Mercer

Producer-Director Robert Ray, who appeared last January in the smash hit 2 FOR BROADWAY brings his most popular show to Bartow for two nights only ... a sell-out hit in Atlanta, at The Highlands Playhouse, at The Piccolo Spoleto Festival in Charleston, and at Macon's Cherry Blossom Festival. TOO MARVELOUS FOR WORDS stars three of Atlanta's top Cabaret performers: Robert Ray, Shawn Megorden and Marsha Dupree. Beautiful costumes, a 5-piece band and familiar songs you love to hear, such as "Jeepers Creepers","Blues in the Night", "Old Black Magic", "Moon River", and many more.

January 25 & 26
Sponsored by
The George E. Crouch Foundation
And Old Town Plantation & Retreat

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GREATER TUNA
By Jason Williams, Joe Sears & Ed Howard

There"s no place like home, and home is Tuna Texas, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. This tall Texas tale take place in one hilarious day, beginning with some delightful morning musings on the popular, local radio station. Then you are on your way to visit the men, women, children and animals of some of Texas' most colorful residents. A small ensemble of actors portray 20 classic characters and creates a world where it's OK to laugh at the people you love. You'll get the key to the city of Tuna, Texas, and that key opens a stage door filled with non-stop laughter.

March 6-8 & 14-16
Sponsored by
Queensborough National Bank and Trust Company

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BONUS SHOW! BONUS SHOW! BONUS SHOW! BONUS SHOW!
GARY CLAXTON -- THE MOUTH OF THE SOUTH
Country Comedy and Down-home Humor

This gentleman's G-rated humor has entertained city folk and country folk across the country. He has performed live at the Grand Ole Opry and Las Vegas. He has appeared on television, recorded albums, and loves to share his hillbilly humor. He never tells a story or joke that cannot be told at the old country church house. Gary Claxton causes tears of laughter and delight, while reminding audiences of cherished homespun values.

ONE NIGHT ONLY
April 15, 2008
7 P.M. <- NOTE SPECIAL CURTAIN TIME

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AN EVENING OF CULTURE: FAITH COUNTY II
By Mark Landon Smith

America's favorite farce! You will be visiting Mineola County for their community theatre's special production of Rome and Juliet. Strong performances by Romeo Bubba Bedford (from the Gas 'N Go) and Mildred Carson (in person) will take you to levels of theatre that you have never experienced before -- you will be smiling for ages to come.

June 12-14 & 20-22
Sponsored by The Bookworm

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SLOW DOWN, SWEET CHARIOT
By Jack Sharkey & Dave Reiser

When Kitty Shannon dies, she refuses to accompany her guardian angel to heaven when she learns her daughter's fiancé is a scheming swindler in love with another woman. Songs range from the wildly funny to lilting romantic numbers. Audiences laugh through their tears during this heartwarming show with its lively, lovely score and zany plot.

September 11-13 & 18-21
Sponsored by
Citizens Bank of Washington County

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CHARLES DICKENS' CHRISTMAS CAROL
Adapted by Charles Josey

Come hear and see this classic story told in the style of radio's Golden Era, complete with live music and a sound effects man who steals the show. A delightful recreation of 1940s live radio drama brings new life and fresh meaning to the time-honored story of cold-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge's redemption. Multi-voiced actors, versatile musicians and that sound effects man add extra delight to a Christmas story that's dear to the hearts of us all. Fresh, fun, family entertainment for all ages.
You'll have a Dickens of a good time!

November 13-15 & 20-23
Sponsored by
First State Bank

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ADDITIONAL EVENTS

Speir's Turnout Festival -- Saturday, October 25