We are so excited about 2017! The Tourism Council of Bullock County’s goal has

always been to offer quality, top-rate theatre in the warm, charming setting of

a lovely, small Southern town. We want our guests to experience professional

productions while relaxing in an atmosphere of days gone by. As we continue in

the second decade of the RED DOOR THEATRE, we are proud to announce our

year of outstanding productions and offer you a glimpse of our SOUTHERN

SPIRIT!

Union Springs is conveniently located between Montgomery, Auburn, Columbus

(GA), Eufaula, and Troy. We are only 2 hours from Atlanta and Birmingham. Our

theatre events are wonderful outings for groups and individuals alike. Many

tour groups, church senior adult ministries and Sunday school classes, and Red

Hat Ladies visit with us each year.

The Red Door Theatre’s 2017 season, SOUTHERN SPIRIT, is a celebration of our

heritage, culture, and future. Each of the four plays being produced has

Southern connections and Southern roots. You are invited to come and

experience the SOUTHERN SPIRIT productions that we are offering in 2017:

♦ February 16, 17, 18, & 19 Tokens of Affection

♦ April 27, 28, 29, & 30 The Honky Tonk Angels

♦ July 27, 28, 29, & 30 The Dreamland Bus

♦ Nov 30 & Dec 1, 2, & 3 Christmas Belles

Seated dinners are served in conjunction with each production’s evening

performances. The Sunday matinee which is our closing performance allows

guests who prefer to travel during daylight hours an opportunity to attend each

of the plays. (Dinner is NOT available prior to this performance.) Although

there are currently no lodging accommodations in our community, larger cities

with hotels are only 35 minutes away. Riding tours to see the town’s beautiful

old homes and other historic sites are available.

Let us assist you in making your journey to Union Springs a memorable

experience--please contact us at (334) 738-8687 or email

info@reddoortheatre.org for information or ticket orders. You may visit our

websites at www.unionspringsalabama.com to discover our city’s many

opportunities and www.reddoortheatre.org to learn more about the Red Door.

We look forward to welcoming you to Union Springs and the Red Door Theatre.

Come see what’s behind the Red Door! Come see what’s behind the Red Door! Come see what’s behind the Red Door! Come see what’s behind the Red Door!

From seated dinners to entertaining plays to a historic theatre, every trip to the Red Door

will give you a glimmer of our SOUTHERN SPIRIT!

Tokens of Affection Tokens of Affection Tokens of Affection Tokens of Affection BY TOPHER PAYNE

DIRECTED BY KATHRYN ADAMS WOOD

FEBRUARY 16, 17, 18, & 19 —2017 Tokens of Affection explores the empty nest syndrome, complications of

long-term romance, and general family dysfunction when a wife of 37

years announces she’s leaving her husband. Each partner seeks solace

at the homes of their grown children, and hilarity ensues. A gem from

the wonderfully witty mind of Atlanta’s own Topher Payne! The

Garrett family is learning that although the big things in

life get all the attention, it's the little things that matter

most. This show is packed with clever dialogue, huge laughs and

beautifully tender moments. Definitely one not to miss! (theatrereview.com)

The Honky Tonk The Honky Tonk The Honky Tonk The Honky Tonk AngelsAngelsAngelsAngels IN ASSOCIATION WITH TED SWINDLEY PRODUCTIONS, INC.

ORIGINALLY PRODUCED BY THE AMERICAN THEATER COMPANY, TULSA, OK.

BY TED SWINDLEY, CREATOR OF ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE

DIRECTED BY KIM MASON

APRIL 27, 28, 29, & 30 —2017

The creator of "Always...Patsy Cline" combines over 30 classic country tunes with a hilarious

story about three gutsy gals who are determined to better their lives and follow their dreams

to Nashville. The all-hit song list includes I'll Fly Away, Stand by Your Man, 9 to 5, Coal

Miner's Daughter, Ode to Billy Jo, These Boots Are Made for Walking, Rocky Top, and I Will

Always Love You. This charming, foot-stompin' musical has played to sold-out audiences

across the country. (Broadwayworld.com)

Sponsored by Lynn & Charlotte JinksSponsored by Lynn & Charlotte JinksSponsored by Lynn & Charlotte Jinks

RED DOOR THEATRE TICKET POLICIES

• Individual tickets must be paid for in full at least 30 days prior to the performance date. If tickets are ordered less than 30 days prior to the performance date, a credit card may be used to fulfill the purchase requirement. Failure to make timely payment for ordered tickets may result in tickets being released for resale.

• All sales are final; no refunds or cancellations.

• Exchanges may be done with at least a 24 hour notice. There will be a $2 charge per ticket. Exchanges are for the same event only.

• Group rates for 20 or more tickets will be reduced by $1 per ticket for the performance. Group tickets must be purchased at least 60 days before the performance date.

• No babes-in-arms.

• Not recommended for children under 6. All children must have their own seat.

The The The The Dreamland Dreamland Dreamland Dreamland BusBusBusBus BY KENNETH GRAHAM

DIRECTED BY KATHRYN ADAMS WOOD

JULY 27, 28, 29, & 30 —2017

The Dreamland Bus, a haunting memory play about the Bradleys of Columbia, S.C., is a

charming, funny, deeply touching, and life-affirming story about family and

homecomings based upon the playwright’s family and his Southern up-bringing.

(theatremania.com) The title reflects the words of his father, a Southern doctor, when

the children were being put to bed – “it’s time to get on the dreamland bus."

ChristmaChristmaChristmaChristmas Belless Belless Belless Belles

BY JESSIE JONES, NICHOLAS HOPE, & JAMES WOOTEN

DIRECTED BY KIM MASON

NOV 30 & DEC 1, 2, & 3 —2017

It's Christmas-time in the small town of Fayro,

Texas, and the Futrelle Sisters—Frankie, Twink and

Honey Raye—are not exactly in a festive mood. A

cranky Frankie is weeks overdue with her second set of

twins. Twink, recently jilted and bitter about it, is in jail for

inadvertently burning down half the town. And hot-flash-suffering

Honey Raye is desperately trying to keep the Tabernacle of the Lamb's

Christmas Program from spiraling into chaos. But in true Futrelle fashion, the

feuding sisters find a way to pull together in order to present a Christmas program the

citizens of Fayro will never forget. Their hilarious holiday journey through a

misadventure-filled Christmas Eve is guaranteed to bring joy to your world!

All productions are presented in the historic Red Door Theatre. Each evening performance is accompanied by an optional seated dinner at a nearby venue (reservations required). Matinees are offered to those who prefer daytime outings.

PLAY/$15 ~ DINNER/$15

SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS—4 PLAYS—ARE AVAILABLE FOR $95-$125

Choose reserved seating tickets for an evening performance with accompanying dinner for $125 OR choose to attend any of each production’s four performances without dinner for $95.

Group Tour Itinerary to the

Red Door Theatre Union Springs, Alabama

12:30 pm Lunch at Great Southern Outdoors Hunting Preserve (one of the beautiful hunting lodges located in the

surrounding area).

2:15 pm Tour of Bonnie Plants (one of the largest wholesale growers of vegetable plants, herbs, & flowers in the US).

4:00 pm Driving tour (with a local guide) of Union Springs historic and residential districts.

6:00 pm Seated dinner in at a lovely historic site.

7:30 pm Performance at the Red Door Theatre.

9:45 pm Overnight at a hotel in Montgomery (35 miles west of Union Springs) or return home.

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Attention Groups & ToursAttention Groups & ToursAttention Groups & ToursAttention Groups & Tours Make Plans Now for 2017!Make Plans Now for 2017!Make Plans Now for 2017!Make Plans Now for 2017!

Union Springs and the Red Door Theatre offer

an enchanting opportunity to experience

a small Southern town while taking in a professional theatrical

performance. This fun excursion can be a day outing or

combined with other nearby attractions for a 2-3 day trip.

Union Springs is well known for its beautiful surrounding

countryside with its many hunting preserves,

stately antebellum homes and historic buildings,

and Bonnie Plants, one of the largest wholesale growers of

garden flowers & vegetable plants in the US.

The Red Door Theatre has retained an outstanding reputation

as a quality regional theatre, offering audiences the

opportunity to experience entertaining productions

in an intimate 140-seat setting.

Season Tickets are on sale. Discounts are available for groups of 20 or more.

Contact ~ (334) 738-8687

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THE RED DOOR THEATRE & THE TOURISM COUNCIL OF BULLOCK COUNTY ARE PROUD TO PRESENT...

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June 1 & 2, 2017 ~ 7:30 PM

BECAUSE YOU ASKED!!! In 2017, once again you will be able to hear the classic tunes of Hank Williams at the Red Door Theatre!

There is only one Hank Williams and only one actor who can bring him to life—JASON PETTY. Jason began portraying the legend, Hank Williams on country music's biggest stage in 1996, the world famous Ryman Auditorium, in the critically acclaimed musical biography, Lost Highway. After two years, he began touring the US, including the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, and Canada with the show. In 2002, the show went to New York and made its off Broadway debut where Jason earned off Broadway's highest acting award, The Obie, for his riveting portrayal of the musical genius and tortured soul, Hank Williams.

And now, audiences at the Red Door have the opportunity to see Petty’s bigger than life performance in his one-man show, Hank Williams—The Lonesome Tour!

The Red Door Theatre is offering this incredible musical production first to our season subscribers who will be permitted to purchase the same number of tickets as they purchase season subscriptions. Orders must be in by January 4, 2017, to receive priority consideration. (This is just one more reason to order season tickets!) Any remaining tickets will go on sale as general admission to the public on January 5, 2017, on a first-come basis.

The Tourism Council of Bullock County and the Red Door Theatre are excited to offer this outstanding production of the very entertaining Jason Petty in HANK WILLIAMS—THE LONESOME TOUR.

I WAS GENUINELY SURPRISED, STUNNED BY PETTY’S FORCEFUL,

CLEAR-EYED AND MOVING DEPICTION OF WILLIAMS.

-ROLLING STONE

AT TIMES IT SEEMS AS IF PETTY IS NOT JUST OFFERING AN

IMPERSONATION OF WILLIAMS, BUT CHANNELLING HIS GHOST.

-NEW YORK POST

Petty’s A HIT! IF YOU WEREN’T A HANK WILLIAMS’ FAN WHEN YOU

WALKED IN, YOU WERE WHEN YOU WALKED OUT!

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