Southern Broadway Dinner Theater
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THE SHOWS
We've been busy. Over the years, Lydia has written a lineup of truly extraordinary original plays beginning with her first "Coming Home" to her most recent a murder mystery "Granny and the French Maid". Below is the complete listing to date of the stage plays and dinner theaters Southern Broadway has brought to the stages of Enterprise.
This is a story of the early years of Coffee County and Enterprise, AL. The bulk of the story takes place in the early 1900s, but is told in flashback with the first scene initiating in the year 1964. From there the story flashes back to 1906 and unfolds chronologically, using the “gapping” method, culminating in the year 1919.
It is a story of the interpersonal and real life struggles that were faced as this region of the south experienced an agricultural shift from the primary crop of cotton to more diverse crops, and specifically to the peanut crop in the Wiregrass region. READ MORE...
Jackson Chandler and Luke Boyett, two soldiers in the Confederate Army, have been ordered by their commanding officer to retrieve a mail bag that was originally intended for their regiment. The mail bag was stolen by a Union soldier acting on orders in an effort to gain enemy secrets. With Luke desperately wanting to open the letters, Jackson must decide between upholding his convictions and following Luke’s desire to hear any word of home.
Prologue: For soldiers during the Civil War, the letters written and received were a lifeline to loved ones at home and were very highly treasured. Wartime created difficulties for postal delivery as Confederate letters and stamps were considered rebel insurgency by the Union. Flowery verbiage was typical for the day as senders knew their letters would be poured over many times – read and re-read lovingly. Of the three letters discussed in our stage play, the final letter is completely authentic and is read in its original form with the exception of a few altered words. It is said to be from Joshua Dawkins in our production, however the original letter was written by John Lucas Beauchamp III on November 25th, 1862. READ MORE...
Set in the famous New York City CopaCabana nightclub (often referred to as The Copa), “An Evening at the CopaCabana with Sam Cooke” provides a window to a glamorous, bygone era in American history, when supper clubs as the primary source of nightlife, provided top-notch entertainment, excellent food, and spontaneous thrills. The “Copa” epitomized the madcap fun, glamour, and sophistication of those high-living days. The club developed a reputation as the pinnacle of show business success. In 1964 when Sam Cooke was at the top of his game, he “killed it” at the Copa, wowing the crowds and winning over mainstream America, skyrocketing him to the height of his career. Enter into this unique era for a fabulous, unforgettable night at The Copa. READ MORE...
In the year 1712 Queen Ann decided to take the Golden Hind ship out of "dry dock" retirement and commission it to be chartered as a touring vessel for the wealthy folk of England. William Smythe was selected as captain and tour guide of the legendary vessel. After the passengers enjoy a fanciful feast on the deck of the docked ship, Smythe’s job is to take the upper crust of London for a landlubbers cruise to the mouth of the Thames and back, and although he thinks it a pantywaist tour, he is happy to accept the coveted task of manning the helm of the famous Hind. After hand- selecting a small crew, he begins the river jaunts that are to entertain those willing to pay the hefty prices for a half day cruise on the historical Golden Hind.Get ready to board for the adventure of a lifetime! Ahoy Matey! Ye never know what lurks in wait on the River Thames for the Golden Hind! READ MORE...
“Song of My Heart” is a tale of three southern women who come from very different walks of life, but who hold something in common that crosses all boundaries and allows them to instantly identify with each other. Each of them has a husband fighting on foreign soil in WWII - and as they wait out the war they must lean on each other as they struggle to cope and learn to face their fears with courage and dignity.Deciding to plant a “Victory Garden,” the women draw even closer as they unite in their determination to do what they can for the war effort. Interwoven with classic songs such as “Summertime,” “Blues in the Night”, “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” and more, “Song of My Heart” spans seven months in the early 1940s. READ MORE...
Soda Shop Hop is a musical in the style of Grease meets Glee set in Joe’s Diner on Route 66 in Ludlow, California. Thanks for joining us for this rollicking, fast-paced, fun-filled show featuring the classic recognizable tunes of the 1950s. Sit back and relax while we bring you this upbeat performance. READ MORE...
Granny and the French Maid is a murder mystery set in the mansion of Nina (Granny) Dubois in the French Quarter of New Orleans in the year 1969. As widow of the prominant shipping tycoon Charles Dubois, who worked during a time when New Orleans was one of the busiest ports in the world, Granny is sole successor to the Dubois fortune. Steeped in the social rituals of New Orleans, Granny’s family has long participated in the planning of the parades and balls that define Mardi Gras traditions. As the Mystic Krewe of the Marquis de Lafayette begin their planning season for Mardi Gras festivities, Granny must keep a watchful eye as those around her may just be willing to kill her if they think they might obtain even some of her massive fortune. You best stay on your toes because you never know what kind of mayhem might ensue in the Quarter tonight! READ MORE...
Coming Home is a modern day spin of the well-known parable, the “Prodigal Son” of the Bible. Raymond Goodman is a wealthy man who is both successful and caring. Having lost his wife to cancer ten years ago, he became immersed in his work and left the raising of his sons to his trusted servants who have long played a big role in the Goodman household. Goodman’s widowed mother also lives in the household along with his 2 sons. Gregory, the eldest son is serious and hardworking, while Nathan, the younger, is vivacious and carefree. As the plot unfolds we see similarities to the well-loved parable emerge, however the story does not attempt to paraphrase, only to reflect on the tried and true morals the Biblical passage upholds. With some added surprises and modern day twists, Coming Home will leave you laughing, crying, and feeling uplifted as it weaves a tale of conflict, love, forgiveness, and the complexities of family relationships.
You’ll find yourself stepping back in time as you get a taste of what a real-life Wild West medicine show was all about. Professor Cornelius Ballyhoo, Mississippi Slim, and Ada Belle travel the west touting their magical elixirs and potions. Times are hard and physicians are scarce which makes it easier to place one’s faith in the concoctions these three pitch while never failing to entertain. The “Professor” and his cohorts put on a show to draw in crowds that feature music, comedy, magic acts, juggling, singing, dancing, and overblown rhetoric mixed with testimonials, stories, and stunts to demonstrate cures. Mississippi Slim, once a doctor of chemistry, fell on hard times that included an unfortunate misunderstanding with the law that forced him from his east coast home to head out west. Ada Belle, an independent and savvy businesswoman who has had a hard knock life met up with Slim and together they convinced the Professor to partner with them. You’ll get a peek into what happens behind the scenes of the rollicking medicine show as you witness the devious but talented ways of these colorful characters. READ MORE...
