The Man Behind the Invisibility

Tickets can be purchased at Grider's Drug on Main St. for $7.

For more information visit www.startheater.org

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The Invisible Man
Friday October 23, 2009 - Sunday November 1, 2009 (7:00PM - 5:00PM)
The Invisible Man will become visible in an updated 1950's version of the H.G. Wells' classic where a family running a quiet motel confronts a mysterious scientist who has found the secret of becoming invisible. The young boy, Jim, discovers that people are not always what they seem, science and discovery bring us all sorts of ethical questions—and even intelligence and imagination can be dangerous two-edged swords. The play is spooky, thoughtful, and funny. Drive-in movies! Nuclear power plants! Special effects!! INVISIBILITY!!! The Invisible Man is directed by Kyle Hadley, Barb Harford and Todd Wilson and will play October 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 and November 1.

Venue Details:
Star Theater
546 Main Street
Russell Springs, Kentucky 42642

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Dance Shoppe to present All You Need is Love; Proceeds Donated to Home of the Innocents

RUSSELL SPRINGS, KY—Since opening its doors in 1982, Marti Sallee along with many of
her dancers have raised over $125,000.00 for charities including The American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, The Star Theater Renovation Fund and the Home of the Innocents. This August, the Dance Shoppe will present a special program entitled All You Need is Love, and the proceeds will be donated to The Home of the Innocents, a Louisville based charity.

According to the website, www.homeoftheinnocents.org, the Home of the Innocents has been our region's open arms to kids in crisis since 1880. In its early years, the Home was known as a place that received young children and infants when their families were unable to care for them due to poverty, illness, or other overwhelming circumstances. Over the years, these services transitioned to primarily serving children who had experienced abuse, neglect, or abandonment. In 1975, Home of the Innocents assumed the responsibility of caring for another vulnerable
population, the medically fragile children housed at the Jewish Home for Convalescent Children, which operated from 1908-1975. Today, the Home continues to provide services to medically fragile children, as well as abandoned, abused, neglected, and homeless children; children with autism; and their families at its children's village located on Market Street in Louisville, Kentucky. More information about this fantastic organization may be found on their website or
by calling 502-596-1000.

“Donating their time while using their talents to entertain others is quite rewarding for the dancers, their parents, and families. Dancing becomes a deep and meaningful experience when you can help others along the way. The Dance Shoppe has achieved that goal” said Salle, who operates the Dance Shoppe.

The show features many of the Beatle’s songs from the Dance Shoppe recital, which was
recently preformed at the Center for Rural Development in Somerset, KY. Several of the songs are sung live by Brandon Roush, who is lead singer in the band No Tale Lights.

A remarkable cast of over 50 brings to life the Beatles music. Some of the songs include Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, With a Little Help from my Friends, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, Come Together, Can’t Buy Me Love, Hey Jude and many others.

All You Need is Love features the Dance Shoppe directed by Marti Sallee and will play August 8 and 9. The Saturday show will begin at 7PM and the Sunday show at 2 PM. All times CST. Tickets for this event will be $7 which will be available at the Box Office, which will open one hour before showtime. For the latest and most up to date information, visit our newly reopened website at www.startheater.org, check our blog at www.actingediton.blogspot.com, or give us a call at 270-866-STAR.

Elvis Wows Star Audience

Over 110 people attended last Saturday's Elvis show at the Star. Memorable moments from it include roses being given to audience members as scarfs.

Music and Dance Set to Take Center Stage at Historic Star Theater in First Shows of the Season

RUSSELL SPRINGS, KY—Star season 16 officially kicks off with shows this weekend at the historic live community theater located in downtown Russell Springs. Two different shows will be presented during the first two weekends of August, one showcases the hits of the King of Rock and Roll performed by Elvis Tribute artist Caleb Brown and other features the Dance Shoppe performing to the music of the Beatles.

On August 1, Caleb Brown will make an appearance as Elvis on the Star’s stage. Caleb began his career as an Elvis tribute artist in 2002. Today, Caleb is still performing and helps keep the magic of Elvis alive. Caleb, who is a resident of Columbia, has preformed at many places including Gun Town Mountain, Branson in Missouri, Nashville and at the Dale Hollow State Park. Caleb specializes in 70’s era Elvis, but his act also includes 50’s and Elvis gospel.

Those who have seen Caleb perform have compared his show to seeing Elvis in real life. Not only does he look very much like Elvis, but also sounds and dances just like the King. This one night event will take place on August 1 at 7 PM CST. Tickets for this show are $7. To find out more about Caleb and his show, you may visit him on the web at www.calebbrowntcb.com.

The second weekend in August will see All You Need is Love, which features many of the Beatle’s songs from their recital, which was recently preformed at the Center for Rural Development. Several of the songs are sung live by Brandon Roush, who is lead singer in the band No Tale Lights.

Some of the songs include Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, With a Little Help from my Friends, Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, Come Together, Can’t Buy Me Love, Hey Jude and many others.

All You Need is Love features the Dance Shoppe directed by Marti Sallee and will play August 8 and 9. The Saturday show will begin at 7PM and the Sunday show at 2 PM. Tickets for this event will be $7 and the proceeds will be donated to The Home of the Innocents, a Louisville based charity.

Tickets for both events will be available at the Box Office, which will open one hour before showtime. For the latest and most up to date information, visit our newly reopened website at www.startheater.org, check out blog at www.actingediton.blogspot.com, or give us a call at 270-866-STAR.

Arts Council Presented with Genevive Wilson Print

Local authors Irene Black and Ford Nashett recently presented the Russell County Arts Council with a rare Genvieve Wilson print entitled "Waiting for the Star to Open".