Category Archives: The Bluegrass Players

Anne of Green Gables (Aug 1-9)

🍁 📚 Anne of Green Gables 🏡 ❤️
Presented by The Bluegrass Players
Directed by Dana Hendren
August 1–9, 2025
The Spotlight Playhouse

Welcome to the enchanting world of Avonlea! When the Cuthbert siblings decide to adopt an orphan boy to help with their farm, they get quite the surprise when the imaginative, fiery-haired Anne Shirley arrives instead. With her vibrant red braids and even more colorful imagination, Anne transforms Green Gables and the entire community with her irrepressible spirit and heart.

The Bluegrass Players bring L.M. Montgomery’s beloved classic to life under the direction of Dana Hendren. Experience the laughter, tears, and timeless charm of this heartwarming story about finding your place in the world and the family you were always meant to have.

📅 Performance Dates: August 1, 2, 3 August 8, 9

📍 The Spotlight Playhouse 214 Richmond Road, Berea, KY 40403

🎟️ Perfect for families, dreamers, and anyone who believes in the power of imagination!


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Marion and Her Merry Men (Aug 15-24)

🏹 Marion and Her Merry Men 🏹

Presented by: The Bluegrass Players
Directed by: John Bailey
Dates: August 15-17 & 23-24, 2025
Venue: The Spotlight Playhouse, Berea, KY

Join us for this delightful twist on the classic Robin Hood tale where Marion takes center stage as the true hero of Sherwood Forest! When the villainous Sheriff of Nottingham increases taxes beyond what the people can bear, it’s Marion who rallies a band of unlikely outlaws to stand against tyranny and fight for justice.

With wit, humor, and heart, “Marion and Her Merry Men” delivers a fresh perspective on a beloved legend. Watch as Marion outwits the Sheriff, leads daring heists, and inspires her ragtag group of rebels to become heroes. This family-friendly adventure combines swashbuckling action with meaningful messages about courage, equality, and standing up for what’s right.

Performance Dates:

  • Friday, August 15, 2025 at 7:30pm
  • Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 7:30pm
  • Sunday, August 17, 2025 at 2:00pm
  • Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 7:30pm
  • Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 2:00pm

Perfect for: Families, adventure lovers, and anyone who enjoys seeing traditional stories reimagined with a modern twist! Suitable for all ages.


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The Spotlight Playhouse 2018/2019 Season

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)

Dracula 2017 Cast

Stuart Rose – Reverend Wesley

Kyrsten Daugherty – Sarah Christian

Ryan Peters – Robert Christian

Kayla Stewart – Mary Christian

Lucas Slagle – Professor Silas Mason

Taylor Edwards – Maude Mason

Saylour Burchfield – Phoebe Mason

Micheal Soens – Thomas Mason

Gary Burchfield – Sheriff Broaddus

Shandi Johnson – Katie Broaddus

Will Marr – Jud

Laura Case – Eva

Annie Johnson – Sadie

Braelyn Cameron – Olivia

Bradley Powell – R. M.

Darrell Harrison – Count Dracula

Carol Burnett Show Cast 2017

Carol Burnett

Cast:  Darrell Harrison, Braden Mills, Paula Davis, Shandi Johnson, Sally Iseral, John Harter, Daniel Stuart Rose, Kayla Stewart, Bradley Powell, Annie Johnson, Scottie Johnson, Toni McHugh, Kyrsten Daugherty, Gary Burchfield, Sophia Sheperd, Chasity Bowlin

Skits:

Bonnie and Clod
Carol  –  Sally
Harvey  –  Darrell

 

The Wall Flowers
Carol – Sophia
Cass – Kyrsten
Harvey – Bradley
Lyle – Scottie

 

The Coffee Commercial
Carol – Paula
Debbie – Toni
Harvey – John

 

Late Date
Carol – Kyrsten
Harvey – Gary
Vicki – Annie

 

Hospital Nudge
Harvey – Stuart
Lyle –Darrell
Carol – Chasity

 

The Most Happy Stella
Lyle – Bradley
Harvey – Stuart
Don – Scottie
Carol – Kayla
Farmhand – Braden
Minister – Gary

 

Lovely Story
Carol – Annie
Harvey – Braden
Vicki – Shandi
Milton – Darrell
Boy – Stuart
Lyle – John

 

As the Stomach Turns #2
Lyle – Bradley
Tim – Darrell
Carol – Sally
Vicki – Kayla
Ken – Stuart
Harvey – Scottie

 

Flight 13 to Nowhere
Carol – Toni
Lyle – Braden
Harvey – Gary
Nan – Annie
Bob – Scottie
Ken – John
Vicki – Shandi

 

Gone with the Breeze
Carol – Chasity
Harvey – Darrell
Dick – Stuart
Lyle – Braden

 

Passion on 10th Avenue
Carol – Kayla
Art – Bradley
Nanette – Kyrsten
Old Lady – Paula

 

The Welfare Worker
Carol – Sally
Michele – Shandi
Harvey – Gary
Vicki – Sophia
Lyle – Bradley

 

The Old Folks
Carol – Toni
Harvey – John