The 2009 - 2010 Season
All dates and times are subject to change
Kicking off our fourth season with a weekend of events, the Dixie is proud to welcome back Linda Davis. The stage at the Dixie on the Joe Woods Wildwood Express was one of Linda Davis' first places to perform as a teenager from East Texas before she went on to become a Grammy winning country music singer/songwriter. The weekend will start with a Meet and Greet party for her with the Benefactors on Friday night. Benefactors are free. All others may purchase a ticket for $25 per couple. Limited number of tickets. Saturday will begin with a workshop (9am till noon) for aspiring performers entitled "Stage Performance 101". With her years of experience on stage, Davis has an eye for laying out the overall well-rounded techniques that set a professional apart from an aspiring artist, and in helping an artist find their "comfort zone" on a stage. Limited number of spaces. $125 tuition. The event will continue with a two act show entitled "An Evening With Linda Davis" at 7:30pm. The first half will feature all of the songs from her 20 year career that everyone loves. The stage and mood will change in the second half to the 1940's as Linda delivers the classics from this era along with her talented three piece jazz combo. (website) Sponsored by Art Innovations
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A full-length live stage show of the broadcast now airing on Public Television stations across the country. Award winning artists fill the stage with wartime memories and tunes. Actual veterans' stories create a sentimental journey back through the days when blackouts and rationing were a small sacrifice in order to obtain freedom--a time when "Rosie the Riveter" discovered she could take care of herself and a man's only wish was to be home for Christmas. This family show allows the "greatest generation" to celebrate, as the next "greatest generation" contemplates. Performed by EbzB Productions. Sponsored by Kilpatrick Funeral Homes
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Nashville Sound Revival
Starring the grandson of Floyd Cramer—Jason Coleman and the grand niece of Chet Atkins—Meagan Taylor, this duo reignites the musical relationship shared by their famous predecessors in a truly remarkable concert experience. With Meagan on guitar and Jason at the Dixie's grand piano, the Dixie audience will be treated to a combination of the classic songs made famous by Floyd and Chet, as well as an eclectic mix of country, bluegrass, and folk melodies highlighted by the duo's unique vocal and musical harmonies. (website) Sponsored by Sleep Inn
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Take a dollop of Grease, mix in some Pump Boys and Dinettes and add a generous dose of Forever Plaid and you've got the pedal -to-the-metal, high octane fun of Roger Bean's Route 66. This sure-fire crowd-pleaser features hit songs from the late 1950's and early 1960's: Dead Man's Curve, King of the Road, Little old Lady from Pasadena, Six Days on the Road, GTO, Fun, Fun, Fun, I get Around and of course--Route 66. Performed by Springer Theatricals of Columbus, GA. Sponsored by Ruston Community Theatre
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Sponsored by Gnemi Financial Strategies
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Swing Into Spring With the
Back for the fourth year by popular demand! Come celebrate spring with the sounds of the swing era featuring our area big band musicians. Lawrence Gibbs will be playing and conducting original arrangements of Big Band greats such as Miller, Dorsey, Goodman, Basie, and more. The dance floor will be open!! Sponsored by Wells Fargo Advisors (Bruce Cowan & Bobby Conville)
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An
Evening With Linda Davis
War
Bonds — The Songs & Letters of World
War II
Illusionaire
- The Magic of Lyn Dillies
Route
66
Bluz
Boys -in concert-
Get
ready for electrifying rhythm & blues and 60's sweet soul music
from The South's Premier Show Band, The Bluz Boys. Their heart-stopping,
pulse-pounding, gut-wrenching music is knockin' down doors and shaking
many a tail-feather. If you loved Joliet Jake and Elwood Blues, take
heart, because the good-time spirit and fun of the Blues Brothers
lives on. Nearly two decades of performing have honed this 15-person
show band inspired by Saturday Night Live's legendary duo into the
tightest, most powerful musical entertainers in the entire South.
Special Events
(not part of the season subscription)
Jazz and dance music performed by the 156th Army Band of the Louisiana National Guard. These young men and women volunteer musical support to the units and communities served by the La. National Guard. This concert/dance will be FREE. Sponsored by Hood Companies
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Russ-Town
Band Christmas
Over fifty local area professional semi-professional, and amateur musicians will present an evening of Christmas & holiday music. Organized and conducted by Lawrence Gibbs. Admission to this event will be a new toy or non-perishable foods to benefit local charities. Sponsored by David Hedgepeth Interiors
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Local and regional performers show off their country music talents in the style of the original Dixie Saturday night favorite--Joe Woods' Wildwood Express Show. The 2010 Dixie Horizon Entertainer will be featured. Sponsored by Community Trust Bank and 2009 Dixie Horizon Entertainer, Denene Stringfellow will turn over his title to the winner of this talent search. For the fifth time, three judges will select one talented artist to represent the Dixie for 2010. The winner will be featured on the Joe Woods Wildwood Express Show and other shows around North Central Louisiana during the year. All talents and ages are welcome and contestants can get more info and forms on the website. Entry Fee is $35 and must be turned in by March 21 to the Dixie. This competition is free and open to the public. Sponsored by Entergy
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156th
Army Band of the Louisiana National Guard
School Programs
Out of the Mist--A Dragon! Sponsored by Ruston Kiwanis
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Illusionaire--The Magic
of Lyn
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Aladdin & the
Wonderful Lamp Sponsored by Green Clinic Pediatrics
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Other Events at the Dixie
| Sep 24-27 | Ruston Community Theatre presents The Solid Gold Cadillac |
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| Oct 27 | Ruston Civic Symphony Society presents "Juggernaut Jug Band" |
| Nov 19-22 | Ruston Community Theatre presents A Nice Family Gathering |
| Dec 11 | Ruston Civic Symphony Society presents "Synergy Holiday Pops Concert" |
| Mar 11-14 | Ruston Community Theatre presents Picnic |
| Apr 30 | Ruston Civic Symphony Society presents the Karkowska Sisters |
| Jul 29-Aug 1 | Ruston Community Theatre presents The Dixie Swim Club |
| TBA | Ruston Civic Symphony Society's Spring Pops Concert featuring The Buddy Terzia Band |
Other Local Venues
Louisiana
Tech Concert Association All performances begin at 7:30 p.m. in Howard Auditorium, Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets may be purchased through the Howard Center Box Office (hours are from 1:30-4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday). Call (318) 257-3942 for tickets or more information. (LTCA website) |
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| Thursday, Oct 8, 2009 | The Cypress String Quartet | |
| Tuesday, Jan 19, 2010 | The Hot 8 Brass Band | |
| Monday, Feb 8, 2010 | The Chamber Orchestra Kremlin | |
| Monday, Apr 6, 2010 | Romeo and Juliet | |
Stone Theatre Main stage shows are generally performed Wednesday through Saturday at 7:30pm. There are a few exceptions to the performance schedule. Please look at each production for actual dates. Seating is reserved; you may purchase tickets at the door. Call (318) 257-3942 for more information. (website) |
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| Oct 29-Nov 1 & Nov 5-8 | A Streetcar Named Desire | |
| Jan 14-17 | The
Opera Workshop |
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| Feb 4-7 & 11-14, | Private Lives | |
| Apr 29-May 2 & May 6-9 | As You Like It | |
| May 12-13 | Ten Minute Play Festival | |