Actors from DeKalb star in Whole Backstage production of Black-Tie Broadway-A Musical Revue

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Attachment 3533 is the Director with Assistants: Photo Identification, Left to Right: Director Johnny Brewer, and Hailey Darnell as Vocal Coach and Accompanist; Karen Fancher, Rehearsal Accompanist; Choral Assistants: Christi Smallwood, Jan Price, Miriam Richey
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DeKalb County: (Attachment 0198) Clockwise from left: Megan Mitchell of Rainsville; Katherine Ables Brewer formerly of Geraldine; Michelle Stuart with daughter Sloan Rodriguez of Geraldine

By Karah Wilson

karah@southerntorch.com

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala.—The Whole Backstage in Guntersville will present Black-Tie Broadway-A Musical Revue, Oct. 9 through 18. Directed and put together by Johnny Brewer, the talented cast of more than 70 singers and dancers will bring music and scenes to life as they perform classic show tunes mixed with contemporary selections currently playing onstage in New York City. Actors from DeKalb include: Megan Mitchell of Rainsville; Michelle Stuart and Sloan Rodriguez of Geraldine, Katherine Ables Brewer formerly of Geraldine

“It is a collection of Broadway music for all generations. It is a unique production that features some of the greatest vocalists in our area,” Brewer said. “As I conduct and listen during the rehearsals, I am in awe of the professional level of talent and skill in this cast. Singing, dancing, some classic characters, and children’s spotlights will create a memorable and enjoyable family friendly entertaining event.”

The cast includes veteran Whole Backstagers as well as new performers to the WBS stage. “We have a very dedicated production staff that is working so that our magic will happen as soon as the curtain opens,” Brewer said.

Tickets for Black-Tie Broadway are on sale now! This production will entertain and touch an audience of all ages. Evening performances are October 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, at 7:00 p.m., with Sunday Matinees on October 11 and 18 at 2:00 p.m. Adult tickets are $18 each with senior and student tickets $16 each. Tickets may be purchased online at www.wholebackstage.com or by calling the WBS office at 256.582.7469, or by visiting the office at 1120 Rayburn Avenue in Guntersville during business hours 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.