stop clowning & pour the wine!

This gave us a great chance to remind everyone about the current performance at Salado Silver Spur Theater. 

Now finishing her BFA in Dance at the University of Texas, Stuckey also has performed at Zachary Scott Theater (Austin)  in “Jesus Christ Superstar” and the Zach’s “75^th Anniversary Gala Concert.”  In spring 2008, Stuckey performed at “The Long Center (Austin) Opening Gala.” She also has a featured role for Director Terrence Mallick’s “Tree Of Life,“ starring Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt. The film is set to release this Christmas.

Weekend show times are at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturdays. Evening shows are $15 for adults; $12 for senior citizens, military personnel and students with ID; and $8 for children aged 12 and under. For matinees, admission is $10, $8 and $8, respectively. Group rates also are available. For reservations, call the Silver Spur box office at 254-947-3456. For more info or directions, visit http://www.saladosilverspurtheater.com/.  

The play, set in the 1940s and popular for decades, revolves around the life of a pretty New York City witch, Gillian Holroyd. Her world is turned upside-down when she casts a love spell on her handsome neighbor, a publisher. Meanwhile, her nefarious brother and eccentric aunt practice their own spells, knowing that true love typically terminates a witch’s powers.

The ensemble cast also features newcomer Paige Newman of Waco as the sultry witch Gillian and Karen Ewton and Mary Bentley, both Saladoans, alternating as her” Aunt Queenie, a comical witch-in-training. Spur Technical Director Tony Blackman is the mischievous prankster brother Nicky Holroyd.

Tom Rolls is the handsome apartment neighbor Shepherd Henderson, “smitten” and mesmerized by his apartment manager Gillian. Newcomer Kevin Reid is author Sydney Redlitch who serves up a lively turn as the less-than-taciturn expert on witchcraft.  

ABOUT THE SILVER SPUR:

Now in its sixth year, this first-class venue is located in the renovated Guest and Sanford Granary & Feed Co., a few blocks from the IH-35 Corridor. Reviving a bygone era of family entertainment, the theater offers its trademark blend of live vaudeville acts, live music, plays and classic cinema. Weddings, reunions, business conferences, concerts, field trips, dances, even customized private shows are held in the historical venue, with catering available from the Stagecoach Inn and nearby restaurants.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR INTERVIEWS:

Grainger Esch, Executive Dir., Salado Silver Spur Theater, 254-947-3456; [email protected]

Preston F. Kirk, APR, Kirk Public Relations, Austin , TX , 830-693-4447;[email protected]

EVENT LISTING SYNOPSIS:  “Bell, Book and Candle,” weekends, Oct. 9 – Nov. 6. John Van Druten’s enchantingly funny, romantic comedy, explores the  life of a pretty — but vengeful — New York City witch. Her world is turned upside-down when she casts a love spell on her handsome neighbor, a publisher. Meanwhile, her nefarious brother and eccentric aunt practice their own spells, knowing that true love typically terminates a witch’s powers. Performances, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., with 2 p.m. Saturday matinees. $15 for adults; $12 for senior citizens, military personnel and students with ID; and $8 for children aged 12 and under; matinees prices, $10, $8 and $8, respectively. Group rates available. For reservations, call the  box office, 254-947-3456. For directions or more info, http://www.saladosilverspurtheater.com/