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Outdoor theater offers variety for every taste this summer season
The Huntington Outdoor Theatre presented ÒRomeo and JulietÓ on Saturday, July 19, 2008.
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HUNTINGTON -- Whether you want to get a little shook up, enjoy watching a family feud or are a history buff looking for something outside the textbooks, there is an outdoor theater experience designed for you this summer.
Here's a round-up of area choices:
Huntington Outdoor Theatre
"ALL SHOOK UP"
Huntington Outdoor Theatre presents "All Shook Up," the jukebox musical featuring the tunes of rock star Elvis Presley.
WHEN: July 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26; The amphitheater opens at 6:30 p.m. nightly. Pre-show entertainment is at 7 p.m., main show begins at 8:30 p.m.
WHERE: Ritter Park Amphitheater
COST: Adults $16; Seniors and children ages 5-12 $14; Children under 5 free; Pick up tickets at the Big Sandy Superstore Arena box office or at the amphitheater gates the night of the shows beginning at 6 p.m.
MORE INFORMATION: www.hotwv.org
Aracoma Story Inc.
"WILLY WONKA"
The search for the golden ticket is on. Roald Dahl's "Willy Wonka" is a scrumptious musical theater treat for the entire family.
WHEN: June 16-July 5
WHERE: Liz Spurlock Amphitheatre, Chief Logan State Park, Logan, W.Va.
COST: Tickets available by calling 304-752-0253.
"THE ARACOMA STORY"
The romantic legend of Princess Aracoma comes to life.
WHEN: July 21-Aug. 8
WHERE: Liz Spurlock Amphitheatre, Chief Logan State Park, Logan, W.Va.
COST: Tickets available by calling 304-752-0253.
MORE INFORMATION: www.thearacomastory.com
Jenny Wiley Theatre
"SMOKE ON THE MOUNTAIN"
It's the summer of 1938 and the congregation of Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in the hills of North Carolina is in for a special treat for its first revival. The pastor has invited the somewhat wacky Singing Sanders Family to get the spirit moving. This musical comedy combines classic gospel tunes with sidesplitting humor.
WHEN: June 17-21, 24-26, July 3, 5, 10, 16-17, 24, 28-30, Aug. 7, 9.
WHERE: JWT Amphitheatre Stage, Jenny Wiley State Park, Prestonsburg, Ky.
COST: Adults $21, seniors $19 and youth $13.
"THE LEGEND OF JENNY WILEY"
Returning after a two-year hiatus, the drama recounts the true story of an heroic 18th century pioneer woman captured by Indians.
WHEN: Aug. 1-2, 5-9, 12-15
WHERE: JWT Amphitheatre Stage, Jenny Wiley State Park, Prestonsburg, Ky.
COST: Adults $21, seniors $19 and youth $13.
"ALL SHOOK UP"
WHEN: June 27, 28, 30; July 1, 2, 4, 7-12, 14, 15, 21-25.
WHERE: JWT Amphitheatre Stage, Jenny Wiley State Park, Prestonsburg, Ky.
COST: Adults $21, seniors $19 and youth $13.
MORE INFORMATION: www.jwtheatre.com, 877-CALL-JWT.
Theatre West Virginia
"HATFIELDS AND MCCOYS"
Recounts the bloody feud between the Hatfields of West Virginia and the McCoys of Kentucky.
WHEN: June 16, 18, 20, 24, 26, 28, 30; July 2, 4, 8, 10, 16, 17, 21, 24, 29; August 1, 11, 16, 21; Showtimes are at 8:15 p.m.
WHERE: Cliffside Amphitheatre at Grandview, Beaver, W.Va.
COST: Adults $17; Seniors and AAA $15; Children younger than 12 $9; AAA Children $7; Call 800-666-9142.
"HONEY IN THE ROCK"
The nation's oldest Civil War drama tells the story of West Virginia's tumultuous birth during the Civil War.
WHEN: June 17, 19, 21, 23, 25, 27; July 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 15, 19, 23; August 2, 18, 20, 23; Showtimes are at 8:15 p.m.
WHERE: Cliffside Amphitheatre at Grandview, Beaver, W.Va.
COST: Adults $17; Seniors and AAA $15; Children younger than 12 $9; AAA Children $7; Call 800-666-9142.
"SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL"
"Seussical the Musical" is a combination of many of the books of Dr. Seuss.
WHEN: July 14, 17, 22, 25, 30; Aug. 4, 6, 8, 12, 14, 19, 22.
WHERE: Cliffside Amphitheatre at Grandview, Beaver, W.Va.
COST: Adults $17; Seniors and AAA $15; Children younger than 12 $9; AAA children $7; Call 800-666-9142.
"HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL"
Disney's smash hit musical comes to life on stage.
WHEN: July 28, 31; Aug. 5, 7, 9, 13, 15.
WHERE: Cliffside Amphitheatre at Grandview, Beaver, W.Va.
COST: Adults $17; Seniors and AAA $15; Children younger than 12 $9; AAA children $7; Call 800-666-9142.
MORE INFORMATION: www.theatrewestvirginia.com.
"Tecumseh!"
WHEN: June 5-Aug. 29, performances begin at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre, Chillicothe, Ohio.
COST: Monday-Thursday: Adult $20.95; Children 10 and younger $13.95; Friday and Saturday: Adult $22.95; Child 10 and younger $15.95. (Not recommended for children 6 and younger due to some violent content and loud battle scenes.) For reservations, call 866-775-0700.
OF NOTE: The Tecumseh! Restaurant Buffet is open from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Cost is $11.95 per adult and $7.50 per child 10 and younger. Reservations are recommended. Snacks and soft drinks are available at the concession stand from 4 p.m. through intermission.
MORE INFORMATION: www.tecumsehdrama.com.
"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum"
WHEN: July 10-11 and 15-18; Shows begin at 8 p.m.
WHERE: Prickett's Fort State Park outdoor amphitheater.
COST: Contact the Fairmont State University box office for tickets 304-367-4240.
Festival of Trees and Trains 
Ashland's annual Christmas Parade 
MEN'S BASKETBALL: Marshall vs. Lamar 
3rd annual Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run/Walk 
John Evans 
52nd annual Appalachian Model Railroad Society Show 
FOOTBALL: UTEP vs. Marshall University 
Indoor Demolition Turkey Derby 
Christmas For a Cause 
MEN'S BASKETBALL: Marshall vs. Ohio 
