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Faith, Laughter, and Love: A Christmas Celebration (NOV 21-30)

Faith, Laughter, and Love: A Christmas Celebration
featuring Black and Blue Friday & The Gift of the Magi

One ticket gets you BOTH shows in one unforgettable evening!

This Christmas season, join us for an unforgettable evening that captures the true heart of the holidays. Faith, Laughter, and Love brings together two powerful stories that will lift your spirits, warm your heart, and remind you what Christmas is really all about. In one special evening, experience both side-splitting comedy and touching drama: two shows that celebrate faith, family, and the greatest gift of all: love.

Black and Blue Friday will have you laughing until your sides hurt as a simple country family accidentally stumbles into the chaos of Black Friday shopping at a big city mall. When the Plunkett family (led by the outspoken Aggie and her no-nonsense husband Floyd) ends up in the middle of frenzied shoppers, mall security, and holiday madness, hilarity ensues. This heartwarming Christian comedy reminds us that the best gifts can’t be bought in stores, and that family, faith, and laughter are what truly matter during the Christmas season. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the commercial chaos of the holidays, this show will help you laugh at the madness and refocus on what’s real. It’s the perfect antidote to holiday stress: pure joy wrapped in down-home humor.

The Gift of the Magi is a timeless tale of love and sacrifice that has moved audiences for over a century. Young newlyweds Jim and Della face their first Christmas together with almost nothing in their pockets but everything in their hearts. Each secretly sacrifices their most precious possession to buy the perfect gift for the other, only to discover that true love isn’t measured by what we give, but by what we’re willing to give up. This beautiful adaptation of O. Henry’s classic story will touch your soul and remind you of the profound beauty of selfless love. If you’re searching for meaning this Christmas, if you need to be reminded that love is the greatest gift, or if you simply want to feel the warmth of the season deep in your heart, this story will restore your faith in what matters most. It’s a gentle, powerful reminder that we are richest when we give from the heart.

Perfect for groups! Bring your church group, friend group, family gathering, or office party for an evening that everyone will love. With both comedy and heartfelt drama in one ticket, there’s something for everyone, and the shared experience of laughter and tears makes it an ideal group outing.

Come celebrate the season with us. Bring your family, bring your friends, and leave with your heart full of faith, your face sore from laughter, and your spirit renewed by love. This is Christmas as it should be.


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An Old Time Christmas Radio Show (Nov 30)

Performance Date:
Sunday, November 30th – 4:00 pm

Step back in time to the golden age of radio and experience Christmas as families did during the 1940s! An Old Time Christmas Radio Show is a nostalgic tribute to the beloved WWII-era variety shows that brought joy, laughter, and holiday cheer into living rooms across America.
Watch the magic happen right before your eyes as our talented cast of actors, singers, and foley artists bring a live radio broadcast to life on stage. You’ll see how sound effects were created in real-time—from footsteps on gravel to sleigh bells in the snow—while classic Christmas stories, festive music, and heartwarming skits transport you to a simpler time when families gathered around the radio to celebrate the season together.

This charming production captures the warmth and wonder of old-fashioned Christmas entertainment, complete with vintage commercials, caroling, and the kind of wholesome humor that reminds us why these shows became cherished holiday traditions. Whether you remember listening to radio shows yourself or you’re discovering this piece of Americana for the first time, you’ll be enchanted by the creativity, talent, and pure Christmas spirit that fills every moment.

Perfect for all ages, An Old Time Christmas Radio Show is a delightful way to start your holiday season. Bring the whole family and create new memories while celebrating the timeless traditions that have warmed hearts for generations. It’s Christmas magic, 1940s style!


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Drama, Family-Friendly, Show, The Bluegrass Players

Little Women: Christmas at the March House (DEC 5-13)

Little Women: Christmas at the March House
Presented by: The Bluegrass Players

🎭 PERFORMANCE DATES:
December 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 2025

📍 The Spotlight Playhouse
214 Richmond Road, Berea, KY

❄️ Step into the warmth of the March family home this Christmas Eve! Experience the magic of Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy as they gather by the fire with little money but plenty of love. Through heartfelt moments, cherished letters from their father away at war, and acts of kindness that light up the darkest winter night, this original adaptation captures the timeless spirit of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved characters.
From humble beginnings to unexpected blessings, witness the power of sacrifice, sisterhood, and the simple gifts that mean the most. This intimate holiday tale will remind you that the greatest treasures are found in love and family.

✨ Perfect for the whole family! ✨
A heartwarming Christmas tradition begins! 🎄


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The Christmas Showcase 2025: A Merry Mishap (Dinner Theater Experience) (DEC 19-21)

🎄✨ The Christmas Showcase 2025: A Merry Mishap ✨🎄

Presented by: The Bluegrass Players

All seats are ADA Wheelchair accessible.

Theater: The Spotlight Playhouse, Berea, KY

📅 Performance Dates:December 18, 19, 20, 21 (Thursday-Sunday)(Thursday, December 18th available if other performances sell out)
(Do you have the specific performance times for each date?)
Show Description:

Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience with a twist! The Bluegrass Players are presenting the Christmas Showcase—a musical and variety show featuring all your favorite holiday characters. But when something goes terribly wrong, the show is in jeopardy! The audience must jump in to help solve the mystery, save the performance, and figure out what happened before it’s too late! 🎅🔍

This highly interactive dinner show invites guests to become part of the story as they work together to crack the case while enjoying a traditional Christmas feast. It’s a show within a show that brings new fun and excitement to our traditional Christmas Showcase! With audience participation, holiday surprises, beloved Christmas characters, and plenty of laughs throughout the evening, this all-new production promises to create memories that will last long after the final bow! 🌟🎭

🍽️ Festive Holiday Dinner Menu

Dietary Options Available:

  • Gluten-Free
  • Vegetarian

Target Audience: Perfect for families, holiday parties, and anyone looking for a unique and interactive Christmas celebration with delicious food, festive fun, and mystery-solving excitement!

📞 Reservations & Info:
Call the Box Office at 859-756-0011 or visit TheSpotlightPlayhouse.com


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The Adventure of the Clutching Claw (JAN 9-18)

🎭🔍 The Adventure of the Clutching Claw 🔍🎭
OR What’s the Matter Alma?
Presented by The Bluegrass Players

📅 PERFORMANCE DATES:
January 9-18

🎪 ABOUT THE SHOW:
Step back in time to the late 1890s at Wichita Hillside University, where a mysterious figure known as The Clutching Claw stalks the campus! This classic melodrama by James R. Hurst and Zoe Bell Hurst is packed with suspense, humor, and all the theatrical thrills that make melodrama so delightfully entertaining. Cheer for the hero, boo the villain, and gasp at every dramatic twist and turn! 🎩✨

From the kindly college president Dr. Penrose Playfair to his evil identical twin cousin Fenton Ormondroyd, from the brave hero Dick Bestman to the damsel in distress Genevieve Astor, this production features larger-than-life characters in a story full of intrigue, romance, and mystery. With a brilliant scientist hiding secrets, a sultry chanteuse, a suffragette secretary, and that terrifying Clutching Claw lurking in the shadows, every moment promises edge-of-your-seat excitement! Will good triumph over evil? Will the mystery be solved? Come find out in this thrilling Victorian adventure! 🕵️‍♂️🌟

🎯 TARGET AUDIENCE:
Perfect for families, mystery lovers, and anyone who enjoys classic melodrama with heroes, villains, and plenty of audience participation.


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Blazing Guns at Roaring Gulch (JAN 23-31)

🤠 Blazing Guns at Roaring Gulch 🔫

or The Perfumed Badge

Presented by: Bluegrass Players

Dates: January 23-25 & January 30-31, 2026

Saddle up for a rip-roaring good time at the Roaring Gulch Hotel! Our hero, Harry Heartstone—a Pinkerton Detective—is in hot pursuit of the villainous outlaw Snipe Vermin. But there’s something awfully familiar about these two desperados… they’re twin brothers!
When a lovely lady sheriff, an evil hotel proprietress, a stage-struck farm boy, a stranded actress, a traveling showman, and his show girls all wind up at the same hotel, chaos ensues. With mistaken identities, dastardly schemes, and plenty of audience participation, you just know there’s going to be a shoot-out before the final curtain! This classic western melodrama is packed with laughs, cheers, and boos for the whole family.

Target Audience: Perfect for families and audiences of all ages who love interactive comedy and classic western fun!


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Action/Adventure, Adult Actors, Dinner, Family-Friendly, Show, The Bluegrass Players

The Tomb – Murder Mystery Dinner Show (FEB 13-15)

🏺💀 The Tomb 💀🏺
A Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Presented by The Bluegrass Players

📅 PERFORMANCE DATES:
February 13, 14, 15, 2026

📍 VENUE:
The Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road, Berea, KY

🎪 ABOUT THE SHOW:
Journey to 1999 Egypt for an unforgettable Valentine’s weekend mystery! When an archaeological team gathers to explore an ancient tomb, romance and danger collide in this thrilling murder mystery dinner show. As secrets are unearthed and tensions rise, someone meets a deadly fate—and it’s up to the audience to solve the crime! 🔍✨

Enjoy a delicious dinner while you watch the drama unfold around you. Meet an unforgettable cast of characters—from brilliant archaeologists to mysterious locals—each with their own secrets and motives. With interactive elements, comic relief, and plenty of twists and turns, this immersive theatrical experience puts you right in the middle of the action! Can you figure out whodunit before the final reveal? It’s the perfect date night adventure or group outing for Valentine’s weekend! 💕🕵️

🍽️ DINNER INCLUDED:
Enjoy a delicious catered meal as part of your interactive theater experience!

🎯 TARGET AUDIENCE:
Perfect for couples, friend groups, and mystery lovers looking for a unique Valentine’s weekend experience!


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Adult Actors, Musical, Show, Teen Actors, The Bluegrass Players

“Finally” A Broadway Revue (FEB 20-28)

🎭✨ “Finally” A Broadway Revue ✨🎭
Presented by The Bluegrass Players

📅 PERFORMANCE DATES:
February 20-28, 2026

🎪 ABOUT THE SHOW:
The beloved tradition returns! “Finally” A Broadway Revue is back by popular demand, bringing you an enchanting evening of musical theater magic. Join our talented Spotlight Players as they fulfill their Broadway dreams by performing songs from their most cherished musicals—the shows they’ve always wanted to perform but never had the chance! 🌟🎵

From show-stopping solos to powerful ensemble numbers, this revue showcases the incredible range and passion of our performers as they finally get their moment in the spotlight with the Broadway songs closest to their hearts. Directed by veteran Spotlight Player and Morehead State University Theater Graduate Kyrsten Daugherty, this evening of musical storytelling celebrates the joy, emotion, and artistry that make Broadway unforgettable. Whether it’s a classic golden age number or a contemporary showstopper, every song is performed with love and dedication! 💫🎶

🎯 TARGET AUDIENCE:
Perfect for musical theater lovers, Broadway fans, and anyone who appreciates the magic of live performance and heartfelt storytelling through song!


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The Spotlight Playhouse 2018/2019 Season

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As we begin rehearsals for our last few shows of the 2017/2018 season we look forward to another season of great entertainment, all located in our new 13,000sq ft Playhouse in Berea.

The shows are listed in Chronological order, but exact dates could change at this point.

The season consists of over 32 shows for 46 weeks of entertainment with over 150 performances. Don’t let anyone say there is nothing to do in Berea.

Look at the calendar in the next few days to see performance dates.

  1. Murder Mystery Dinner Show – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Aug 2018)
  2. A Spectacular Season Preview – by the Spotlight Players
    (Aug 2018)
  3. Press Start – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-9
    (Sept 2018)
  4. Let Your Hair Down, Rapunzel – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-11
    (Sept 2018)
  5. Young Frankenstein – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Sept 2018)
  6. You Can’t Take It with You – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Oct 2018)
  7. Honk Jr. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-14
    (Oct 2018) 
  8. Dracula  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Oct 2018) 
  9. Brigadoon – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Nov 2018)  
  10. The Best Christmas Pageant Ever – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Nov 2018) 
  11. Christmas Showcase – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Dec 2018)
  12. An Old Time Christmas Live Radio Show – by the Spotlight Players
    (Dec 2018)
  13. Christmas Mystery Dinner Show – by The Bluegrass Players
    (Dec 2018)
  14. Disney’s My Son Pinocchio JR. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-9
    (Jan 2019)
  15. End Days  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Jan 2019)
  16. Shrek Jr. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-14
    (Feb 2019) 
  17. Space Pirates! – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-11
    (Feb 2019)  
  18. High School Musical – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Mar 2019) 
  19. The Importance of Being Earnest  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Mar 2019)
  20. How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying – by the Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Mar 2019)
  21. Festival of Short Plays
    (Mar 2019)
  22. Twelfth Night  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Mar 2019)
  23. Musicville – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-9
    (Apr 2019)
  24. The Lion the Witch and The Wardrobe – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Apr 2019)
  25. Spamalot  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (May 2019)
  26. Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 4-11
    (May 2019) 
  27. Clue Dinner Show  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (May 2019)
  28. Singin’ in the Rain JR. – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-14
    (Jun 2019)
  29. A Midsummer Night’s Dream – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 11-18
    (Jun 2019)
  30. Oklahoma! – by the Spotlight Players (Intergenerational)
    (Jun 2019)
  31. A Broadway Revue – by Spotlight Acting School
    Ages 9-18
    (Jun 2019) 
  32. Moon Over Buffalo  – by the Bluegrass Players
    (Jul 2019)