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Conecuh People - April, May 2009
Red Door Theatre, Prairie St. |
An all new production of Conecuh People, everyone's favorite told in a fresh new way... Conecuh People like you've never experienced it before — that's what the 2009 production promises!
See beautiful quilts displayed in church sanctuaries, view an art exhibit, tour one of the oldest jails in Alabama and an authentic rolling store, visit the many other historic downtown sites, and enjoy an old-fashioned church dinner. As dusk falls, take time to wander through a centuries-old cemetery and then step into the Red Door Theatre. Before the evening ends, director Fiona Macleod and a cast of new and returning actors guarantee that you will have been brought to tears, filled with laughter, and hummed some of your favorite tunes. 2009's Conecuh People will truly be an evening to remember!
Overnight accommodations are available at nearby lodges. Play/$15; Dinner/$15; Overnight with breakfast for 2/$100-125.
April 24, 25, 30, and May 1, 2009
Dinner—6 p.m. Play—7:30 p.m. Call (334) 738-8687 or email conecuhpeople@knology.net. Group rates for 20+ purchased 45 days in advance.
Red Door Theatre: "Always Alabama 2009"
The Red Door Theatre has big plans for its 2009 season! It is being called "Always Alabama 2009" because all of the plays are either by Alabamians, about Alabamians, and/or set in Alabama. On February 12-14, "The Moving of Lilla Barton" is a comedy which finds a group of brow-beating and infighting church leaders stuck in a spiritual and practical quandary, when a deceased minister's widow refuses to leave the rectory. In April, "Conecuh People" will tell the story of local author Wade Hall's life, focusing on two events - one good and one bad - that changed him forever. As part of the Conecuh People Experience, there will be a quilt exhibit in five of the town's beautiful old churches, a tour of Pauly Jail (c. 1897), an exhibition by local artists, self-guided tours of historical buildings and sites, a catered dinner, and overnight accommodations.
In August, guests will be treated to "Hank Williams: Lost Highway", the spectacular musical biography of the legendary singer-songwriter. The play follows Williams' rise to his triumphs and to his eventual self-destruction. Along the way, we are treated to some of his most well-known songs, given profound resonance in the context of his life. A pre-show BBQ dinner completes the experience. On December 3-5, we will see "Holiday Memories", the stage adaptation of Truman Capote's two short stories about Thanksgiving and Christmas. Along with the heartwarming and nostalgic performances, guests can enjoy a sumptuous buffet reception. Overnight accommodations at nearby lodges with breakfast for 2 are available. Click here to download the 2009 season brochure (4MB file may take a few minutes to download). For more info as the performances draw nearer, be sure to check back to this website!
Chunnenuggee Fair '09 in the Works
Last year, the weather was cooperative, the food was delicious, and the entertainment was top-notch! It all resulted in a bigger crowd enjoying more vendors and entertainment than in previous years. Kids enjoyed giant inflatable play areas, a train ride, a carnival-style spinning ride, "Farmer Jason" and his humorous musical act, games, and more. Sponsored by the Bullock County Historical Society, this family-oriented event began in 1847 and is held annually on the last Saturday in April. Read more about the Chunnenuggee Fair!
Facts & Figures - Union Springs at a glance.
History - From Indian territory to great American town.
Business - Local businesses and development.
Government - Local, county, and state.
Schools - Public and private institutions in and around the town.
Churches - The many houses of worship in Union Springs.
Health Care & Emergency Service
Civic Groups - Historical Society, Tourism Council, Chamber of Commerce, etc.
Tourism - Tourism Council and ongoing projects promoting Tourism. |
