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It was an historic and magical night on December 4, 1956 when Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash found themselves jamming at the legendary Sam Phillip’s Sun Studio in Memphis. Perkins was cutting a record that afternoon; Phillips had brought in new Sun signee Lewis to add keyboard; Elvis, who had moved on to RCA after his Ed Sullivan appearance, was making a courtesy call; and Cash just dropped by. Little did these emerging superstars, all in their pristine early prime, realize this pick-up jam session was being recorded and preserved forever as some of the very best music of that time.

Charles Dickens’
A Christmas Carol
Monday, December 5th at 7:30 pm
Adult $18 • Student $12
$2 off groups six or more

What better way to get into the joyful spirit that is Christmas than to enjoy a delightful and entertaining adaptation of the classic Charles Dickens’ A CHRISTMAS CAROL, a story that has enchanted audience the world over for over 150 years with its simple message of holiday joy.

This acclaimed national touring production captures one of literary history’s most memorable stories of redemption – that of Ebenezer Scrooge, a most unrepentant and miserly fellow who is made to understand the joy of love and generosity toward his fellow man after surviving a merciless battery of revelations from ghosts of his own life. Dickens story has remained a beloved Christmas story over the decades because, through the voice of Scrooge, we are urged to embrace Christmas in our hearts and keep it all the year.

The production boasts a new script adaptation, visionary direction, and a riveting performance as Scrooge by award-winning, 40-year theatre veteran Scott H. Severance. This glorious new version of a classic fable fills the stage with a first-class cast, lush costumes, stunning sets and puppetry, song and dance, along with a heavy dose of humor and timeless message.

Featuring the music of 26 beloved traditional carols of the season woven throughout the evening, this emotionally powerful production celebrates the true spirit of Christmas with its haunting special effects and heartfelt sentiment.

Tickets to A CHRISTMAS CAROL are attractively priced for the perfect group or family outing. The 7:30 curtain immediately follows the 2016 Talladega Christmas Parade.

Charles Dickens Influence on Christmas Today

Historians credit Charles Dickens’ 1843 Victorian morality play, A CHRISTMAS CAROL, with having a significant influence in renewed public enthusiasm for celebrating Christmas in the 19th Century as a family centered holiday of generosity. The prominent phrase “Merry Christmas,” frequently used throughout the story, remains today the most popular holiday greeting around the world.

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Rhonda Vincent & The Rage
Thursday, October 20th at 7:00 pm
All Seats $24
$2 off for groups of six or more

Since first performing with her family at the age of five, Rhonda Vincent has become an iconic American bluegrass, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Her passionate mission over a four-decade career has been to expand the musical reach and accessibility of the genre.

The Wall Street Journal has called Vincent the “the new Queen of Bluegrass,” and together with her band, The Rage, they have become the most decorated band in bluegrass, with over 100 awards to their credit – including Song of the Year, Entertainer of the Year, and an unrivaled seven consecutive Female Vocalist of the Year awards from the International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA).

With Rhonda Vincent, we are talking genuine American bluegrass royalty — an acclaimed musician who has earned the admiration and respect of her mostly male peers for her mastery of the progressive chord structures and multi-range, fast paced vocals intrinsic to bluegrass music. And she does so with the artistry that brilliantly reaches beyond the boundaries of bluegrass, and that powers one of the most amazing concert “Vincent and her band are dazzling from performance experiences of any musical genre, anywhere.

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