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The Bay St. Louis Little Theatre will open its 73rd season with the popular western “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” written for the stage by Jethro Compton based on a short story by Dorothy M. Johnson. The show opens September 21st. It leads the great entertainment scheduled for the 2018-2019 season.
“Excellent…..Highly atmospheric, visceral, and triumphant.”
“The play will have you perched on the edge of your seat from beginning to end.”
The Little Theatre will be accepting new membership enrollment for the new season until September 15th. Information about BSLLT membership is on the website.
“The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” captures the true spirit of the Wild West. This is a classic story of good versus evil, law versus the gun, one man versus Liberty Valance. The Wild West is a world where life is short and full of danger and the characters are bold. It is a tale of love, hope, and revenge.
The movie version of “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” was made in 1962 and has remained popular to this day. The popularity is due mainly to its stars Jimmy Stewart, John Wayne, and Lee Marvin.
The show is directed and produced by Cheryl Grace. Jen Coulter is assistant director. The cast includes Barry Newman, Terry Cullen, Shannon Wooten, Matt Issman, Linda Allen, Fred Varnado, Jim Codling, Jim Fraiser, Dave Kernion, Irv Hansen, Gloria Noonan, Lex Mauffray, Paul Bernard, Paul Fraiser, and Judy Marquez. The Stage Manager is Maggie Wooten. Jen Coulter did set design and construction. Emma Rabalais is manager of sound and lights. Judy Marquez is show seamstress. Volunteer coordinator is Rachel Anderson. Sound effects and promotion is done by Clayton Pennylegion.
“The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” opens the new season of shows on September 21st, 2018. Show dates and times are September 21, 22, 28, 29 at 8pm; and September 23 and 30 at 2pm. Doors open one hour before the show and seating starts 30 minutes before each show.
Tickets for the show can be purchased online or purchased at Lulu’s at 126 Main Street or Twin Light Creations at 136 Main Street. Ticket fees are $18 adults, $10 Seniors 65+, veterans, military, and students with ID, and $8 for children 12 and under. Seat reservations can be made online or by calling 228-467-9024 or email the Little Theatre. Reservations for seats are recommended for all ticket holders including season ticket holders to be able to accommodate the show’s audiences. The Little Theatre accepts check or cash when paying for tickets at the door.
The cast of the Bay St. Louis Little Theatre season opener “the Man Who Shot Liberty Valance.” The show opens on September 21st. Pictured left to right: Barry Newman, Shannon Wooten, and Terry Cullen.
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Show Dates: September 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 -- 2018
Show Times: all nights at 8pm & Sunday matinee at 2pm