Plays – 2009 Season

M IS FOR MILLION
by Jack Sharkey

June 5 – June 20

A mother-daughter bond is hilariously tested when mom tries to derail her daughter's wedding on board a cruise ship full of ex-fiances! Directed by Robby Henson and starring Leslie Easterbrook, star of over a dozen feature films and 300 TV episodes, including Laverne & Shirley and the Police Academy movies. Comedy.Rated G.

THE INFAMOUS EPHRAIM
by Holly Henson

June 23 – July 4

Before he was a statue, he was a man....

A riveting exploration of the conflict, conviction and courage surrounding medical pioneer Dr. Ephraim McDowell and his patient, Jane Todd Crawford. An exciting adventure for your inner history buff! Written and directed by Holly Henson A "don't miss" 200th anniversary celebration! Visit McDowell House during the day & see the play at night!

Dinner during the "Infamous Ephraim" will consist of foods that were popular during the late 1700's: Chicken or Beef, homemade corn pudding, green beans, roll, with shortbread for desert. Beverages: coffee or tea.

Tastings of Ephraim McDowell's favorite drink, Cherry Bounce (whiskey soaked in cherries) will be available for purchase, June 23 - July 4 (only).

An informal discussion with the playwright will follow each performance.

LEND ME A TENOR
by Ken Ludwig

July 7 – July 18

When a famous tenor receives a double dose of tranquilizers before his Cleveland debut--his panicky producers replace him with a lowly booking assistant in a comedic masterpiece that is howlingly funny! Rated PG.

GIRL CRAZY
by Guy Bolton & John McGowan
Adapted by Anne Martens, Newt Mitzman & William Dalzell

July 21 – August 1

Adapted from the 1943 Mickey Rooney/ Judy Garland movie, an East Coast playboy falls for a hard hearted cowgirl--while a bunch of low down skunkin' varmits try to run him out of town. A rip-roarin', root-tootin' good time, featuring live country & western music. Rated G.

BE MY BABY
by Ken Ludwig
August 4 – August 15

When newlyweds decide to adopt, they send elderly relatives John and Maude 6,000 miles to pick the infant up. Unfortunately John and Maude loathe each other...as they begin the journey of a lifetime, caring for a helpless newborn and learning a few lessons about life and love along the way. A heartwarming comedy. Rated PG.

WORTH THE WEIGHT
August 20,21,22
Three nights only

A standup comedy special featuring Scott Hansen, five-time "Minnesota Comic of the Year," in a rare southern appearance. One of the funniest comedians working today! Rated PG.

THE KENTUCKIANS CHORUS
August 29
One night only

Laughter and four-part harmony combine to create an uplifting evening of barbershop-style singing, from an award-winning men's chorus out of Lexington. Rated G.

Show info

Performances Nightly Tuesday through Saturday
(indoors in case of rain)

Dinner served: 7:30pm
Showtime: 8:30pm (EDT)

Prices

Adults
Theater only: $15
Dinner and show: $27

Groups (of 10 or more)
Theater only: $13
Dinner and show: $25

(To receive discount, must pay by one form of payment.)

Children--12 and under
Theater only: $8
Dinner and show: $14

Patron's pass--six passes for the price of five!--$75

New! Super Pass: 10 shows $130--a $20 savings

Call for reservations: (859) 236 -2747
New! toll free reservations number 1-866-KYplays (1-866-597-5297)
(reservations not accepted by email)

840 Stanford Rd. Danville, KY | 40422 859-236-2747 pioneer@mis.net