Mount Vernon Nazarene University-Prince Student Union
800 Martinsburg Rd
Mount Vernon , OH, 43050
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FREE pizza and prizes along with exciting Cougar basketball are all awaiting you! Youth groups of all sizes are welcome. Please go to the website provided to register.
ThePlace@TheWoodward
111 South Main Street
Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
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Ever watch "What's My Line Anyway?" Ever wondered if you could do improvization? Would you like to try and see if you have the humor you know you have inside?
Join members of the Mount Vernon Players, some of whom have performed professionally as part of an Improv group. Try it out, learn some tricks of the trade and have some fun. Mainly have some fun.
Open to the everyone - children, adults , ALL AGES. This is a donation basis workshop so don't worry about the cost ...and...remember...it's January... so we need all the fun we can get...............
Memorial Theater
112 East High Street
Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
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Drop everything and go see Right Brain Productions’ “The Cotton Patch Gospel”. The show is lively and fun and will get your toes tapping and your laughs coming nonstop.
First produced in New York in 1981, Cotton Patch Gospel is a reverential retelling of the Gospel of Matthew and John set in the contemporary South, accompanied by bluegrass music. Since its premiere, this powerful full-length musical has been performed throughout the United States and beyond, always receiving rave review by the theater critics and religious writers alike.
The Messenger called it, “a rollicking, and foot-stomping, hand-clapping musical.” The Episcopalian described is as “powerful drama and a joyous celebration.” The American Baptist Magazine concluded simply that Cotton Patch Gospel “is the Gospel.” While The New York Times called it “an exuberant country western hoedown.”
To give you some idea of the evening’s stickly satiric flavor, when Jesus is born to “God and a Georgia girl,” three angels arrived bearing chili cheese-dogs and Mary begins to keep a baby book. The adult Jesus tours the Bible belt like a soul-saving preacher, falling in with a group of cronies named, Jim, Jack, Rock and poor Jud. Iscariot. Climbing on top of a table, the actor pretends to walk on water with cry of “It’s me. Jesus. Look, no skis,” and feeds 5,000 people with five boxes of Nabisco crackers and two cans of sardines.
Based on a book by Clarence Jordan, the musical stage version was developed by Tom Key and Russell Treyz who worked with the famed Harry Chapin who wrote the music and lyrics. Cotton Patch was Chapin’s final, and perhaps, best work.
Cotton Patch Gospel will make its second Mount Vernon run, when Right Brain Productions presents this award-winning musical in the Memorial Theater, January 15 – 17. It is a family oriented show that everyone will enjoy. Ticket reservations may be made by calling Joseph or Marty Bell at 393-BELL (2355).
Memorial Theater
112 East High Street
Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
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Drop everything and go see Right Brain Productions’ “The Cotton Patch Gospel”. The show is lively and fun and will get your toes tapping and your laughs coming nonstop.
First produced in New York in 1981, Cotton Patch Gospel is a reverential retelling of the Gospel of Matthew and John set in the contemporary South, accompanied by bluegrass music. Since its premiere, this powerful full-length musical has been performed throughout the United States and beyond, always receiving rave review by the theater critics and religious writers alike.
The Messenger called it, “a rollicking, and foot-stomping, hand-clapping musical.” The Episcopalian described is as “powerful drama and a joyous celebration.” The American Baptist Magazine concluded simply that Cotton Patch Gospel “is the Gospel.” While The New York Times called it “an exuberant country western hoedown.”
To give you some idea of the evening’s stickly satiric flavor, when Jesus is born to “God and a Georgia girl,” three angels arrived bearing chili cheese-dogs and Mary begins to keep a baby book. The adult Jesus tours the Bible belt like a soul-saving preacher, falling in with a group of cronies named, Jim, Jack, Rock and poor Jud. Iscariot. Climbing on top of a table, the actor pretends to walk on water with cry of “It’s me. Jesus. Look, no skis,” and feeds 5,000 people with five boxes of Nabisco crackers and two cans of sardines.
Based on a book by Clarence Jordan, the musical stage version was developed by Tom Key and Russell Treyz who worked with the famed Harry Chapin who wrote the music and lyrics. Cotton Patch was Chapin’s final, and perhaps, best work.
Cotton Patch Gospel will make its second Mount Vernon run, when Right Brain Productions presents this award-winning musical in the Memorial Theater, January 15 – 17. It is a family oriented show that everyone will enjoy. Ticket reservations may be made by calling Joseph or Marty Bell at 393-BELL (2355).
Memorial Theater
112 East High Street
Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
(click for map)
Information
Drop everything and go see Right Brain Productions’ “The Cotton Patch Gospel”. The show is lively and fun and will get your toes tapping and your laughs coming nonstop.
First produced in New York in 1981, Cotton Patch Gospel is a reverential retelling of the Gospel of Matthew and John set in the contemporary South, accompanied by bluegrass music. Since its premiere, this powerful full-length musical has been performed throughout the United States and beyond, always receiving rave review by the theater critics and religious writers alike.
The Messenger called it, “a rollicking, and foot-stomping, hand-clapping musical.” The Episcopalian described is as “powerful drama and a joyous celebration.” The American Baptist Magazine concluded simply that Cotton Patch Gospel “is the Gospel.” While The New York Times called it “an exuberant country western hoedown.”
To give you some idea of the evening’s stickly satiric flavor, when Jesus is born to “God and a Georgia girl,” three angels arrived bearing chili cheese-dogs and Mary begins to keep a baby book. The adult Jesus tours the Bible belt like a soul-saving preacher, falling in with a group of cronies named, Jim, Jack, Rock and poor Jud. Iscariot. Climbing on top of a table, the actor pretends to walk on water with cry of “It’s me. Jesus. Look, no skis,” and feeds 5,000 people with five boxes of Nabisco crackers and two cans of sardines.
Based on a book by Clarence Jordan, the musical stage version was developed by Tom Key and Russell Treyz who worked with the famed Harry Chapin who wrote the music and lyrics. Cotton Patch was Chapin’s final, and perhaps, best work.
Cotton Patch Gospel will make its second Mount Vernon run, when Right Brain Productions presents this award-winning musical in the Memorial Theater, January 15 – 17. It is a family oriented show that everyone will enjoy. Ticket reservations may be made by calling Joseph or Marty Bell at 393-BELL (2355).
Mount Vernon Nazarene University: R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium
800 Martinsburg Road
Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
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Juniors and seniors, trying to decide which college is best for you? Attend our MVNYou Visit Day and get the answers you need to really understand the MVNU Experience.
Cost:
$70 for Friday and Saturday;
$60 for each additional church member for Friday and Saturday;
$65 for Saturday only;
$55 for each additional church member for Saturday only;
$20 for Friday only.
To register, please call 1-888-470-0050 or visit http://churchrelations.mvnu.edu.
Floral Valley Community Center
850 Crestrose Drive
Howard, OH, 43028
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Fend off cabin fever by attending the annual fishing seminar. Sponsored by the Apple Valley Fish Club, attend seminars by bass & walleye pros, Division of Wildlife and ice fishing pros. A vendors area will feature marine, angling and outdoors stores and the Knox County Park District. Free to the public, lunch (brats, fish sandwiches)is available from 11 am until closing.
Cost:
$70 for Friday and Saturday;
$60 for each additional church member for Friday and Saturday;
$65 for Saturday only;
$55 for each additional church member for Saturday only;
$20 for Friday only.
To register, please call 1-888-470-0050 or visit http://churchrelations.mvnu.edu.
ThePlace@TheWoodward
111 South Main Street
Mount Vernon, OH, 43050
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ELIXIR in association with Living History Productions Presents:
Chautauqua Series - Spend an Evening With…
2009 Schedule
All Productions are presented on the LAST THURSDAY of the month
At 7 PM at ThePlace@TheWoodward (111 S. Main St., Mt. Vernon)
JANUARY 29 – Meet and be entertained by Buddy Holly (aka Jeff Putnam). Nearly 50 years to the day (Feb. 3, 1959), the day the music dies, according to Don McLean, Buddy will start off our 3rd season, telling of his life, sharing his music. Music – Buddy will provide his own unique music.
SPECIAL SHOW* - FEBRUARY is Ohio Frontier Month
FEBRUARY 12 – Meet Mary Draper Ingles (a.k.a. Rachel Ball)
Mary Draper Ingles. Mary was an American pioneer and early settler of western Virginia. She was abducted by Shawnees and taken to Ohio, later escaped, making a harrowing trek over hundreds of miles of rough terrain to return home.
Music – Clearfork Valley String Band (music that’s just right)
FEBRUARY 26 - Meet Daniel Boone (aka Ken Hammontree) More than any other, Boone was responsible for the settlement of Kentucky. NO, he was not Davy Crockett as Fess Parker confused a generation into thinking. He and his daughter were also captured by Shawnees. Learn his story and Tecumseh too
Music - ELIXIR (re-inventing Americana and fun for Daniel))
MARCH 26 – Blue Jacket (aka Ken Hammontree) – He was a war chief of the Shawnee people, predecessor of the famous Shawnee leader Tecumseh. Recent DNA testing shows he was of pure Native American blood. But who was is this Ohioan?
Music – Pocketful o’Gimmick (a sample of 1700’s Contra Dance music)
SPECIAL SHOW* - APRIL is Civil War month
APRIL 23 – Meet Harriet Tubman (aka Annette Jefferson OHC speaker) and John Brown (aka Mike Petee) – Both were leaders who helped lead slaves to freedom; knew each other; worked together at various times. They helped start the Civil War, April 30, U. S. Grant will tell us about the end of the war.
MUSIC – Chestnut Ridge (Gospel Music from the era)
APRIL 30 – U.S. Grant (aka George Dauler OHC Speaker)-
Come and listen to the trials and tribulations of Ohio born President and General that Lincoln, who finally finished the Civil War. A life story unlike any other! An amazing man!
Music – ELIXIR (Civil War songs and much more)
MAY 28 – Lucille Ball (aka Megan Ward) Did you know Lucy was afraid of birds? How about that she won 4 Emmy’s? How about that she was born near Chautauqua, New York? She was so much more then the comedienne known as Lucy. Music – After Hours (Ricky Ricardo style jazz and more)
JUNE 25 – Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt (aka Ken Hammontree and Rachel Ball) were most likely our most beloved partners in the history of President and First Lady. They were both strong individuals and they helped America through one of its bleakest periods, World War II.
Music - The Mount Vernon Players (1940’s radio show)
JULY 30 – Brigham Young (a.k.a. Pat Crow) Colonizer, territorial governor, and President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young was born the ninth of eleven children. Heard his amazing life story!
Music – Gifted Choir (singing songs in honor of Brigham)
AUGUST 27 – Katharine Wright (Orville & Wilbur’s sister) (aka Betty Darst – OHC Speaker’s Bureau) a leading Wright Brothers historian, Betty dramatizes the story of “Wilbur and Orville” through the eyes of Katharine, their sister. She has performed internationally, including the Paris Air Show.
Music – The Dante Sisters (Songs that will make you soar)
SEPTEMBER 24 - Meet Laura Ingalls Wilder (aka Meg Litteral). There is so much more to the interesting life of Laura Ingalls Wilder than the Little House on the Prairie books. She loved music and lived to the age of 90, dying in 1957.
Music – Uncle Dan’s Backstage Band (Songs Laura loved and sang)
OCTOBER 29 – Edgar Allen Poe (aka Jim Stoner) poet, short-story writer, editor and literary critic, known for his tales of mystery and the macabre, and inventor of the detective-fiction genre. He was more than “Quoth, the Raven Nevermore.”
Music – ELIXIR (Re-inventing American in time for Halloween)
NOVEMBER 19* (*due to Thanksgiving 3rd Thursday this month) – Meet Ben and Deborah Franklin (aka Ken Hammontree and Rachel Ball) By far the most accessible of our Founding Fathers. Scientist, Diplomat, Writer, Inventor, an amazing Man and the woman he married.
Music – Loretta Rearick (music Ben would hear in Europe)
SPECIAL SHOW* - December is Christmas Specials Month
DECEMBER 3 – Meet John Lennon (aka Jim Stoner) – The Beatle was murdered in December outside his Dakota hotel home in NYC. Learn what came before that fateful day. Remember the 60’s, remember the music.
Music – Adam Taylor (Perhaps some Beatles music?)
DECEMBER 17* (*due to Christmas 3rd Thursday this month) Charles Dickens (aka Anderson Rearick III) - “A Christmas Carol” brought him lasting fame, yet he wrote many stories about Christmas and lecture in America. What was his real life like, his wife, his 10 children and so much more!
Music - ELIXIR (American Christmas songs of the 1800’s)
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
We are planning some special programming including:
1) A special series of programs are in the planning stages with other possible speakers such as Mary Todd Lincoln, General Henry Knox, Amelia Earhart, Dan Emmett, Victoria Woodhull, Johann Sebastian Bach and others being considered - to be announced.
2) The return for a second season of “With Pen In Hand” - a play/musical based on the life of Dan Emmett.
3) We have a few more events in the works, so come to each Chautauqua to learn more as the events crystallize.
These programs are brought to you be ELIXIR (Re-Inventing Americana) in association with Living History Productions and are presented on a DONATION BASIS.
For more information on the programs call:
Mike Petee 740-392-3018, Ken Hammontree 419-207-0177 or Knox County Visitor’s Bureau at 740-392-6102 or www.VisitKnoxOhio.org.
Join our e-mail reminder listing by simply sending an e-mail to Mike Petee at elixir_petee@hotmail.com.
We would also like you to tell us what you like and don’t like about the programs and make suggestions of historical figures that you’d like to see featured (and if you know people who already do the character, we’d like to know how to contact them). If you know any musical or theatre type entertainers who might fit well with our programming, we’d also like to here about them as well.
AND THANK YOU FOR MAKING THESE PROGRAMS A SUCCESS IN OUR COMMUNITY. PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD TO FRIENDS, FAMILY, VISITORS, SCHOOL CHILDREN, CO-WORKERS AND NEIGHBORS, WHEN THE WOODWARD OPERA HOUSE RE- OPENS WE WANT TO MOVE RIGHT IN.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University-Prince Student Union
800 Martinsburg Rd
Mount Vernon , OH, 43050
(click for map)
Information
FREE pizza and prizes along with exciting Cougar basketball are all awaiting you! Youth groups of all sizes are welcome.
Please visit the website provided to register.
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