Director's Notes
CELEBRATION OF SACRIFICEmore >
Thoughts on WMKS: Christmas 1942 I’ve always thought of Christmas as a time of sacrifice. Sacrifice intended for renewal and intended for the benefit of others. Ultimately, Mary sacrificed her reputation; Joseph sacrificed all he had to support Mary in her pregnancy; and, ultimately, Christmas celebrates the birth of a baby who would give the greatest sacrifice – His life – for the benefit of mankind.
Show Reviews
This is a production that I think the entire family will enjoy...if you like good music, enthusiastically presented, it couldn't possibly get much better!more > — Robert McKinney, Bristol Herald Courier
'WMKS: Christmas 1942' is a great way to spend an afternoon getting into the Christmas spirit.more > — Taryn Chase Jackson, newrivervoice.com
We attended the show and thought it was one of the best shows we have ever seen at Barter.more > — Barter Patron, Bristol, TN
'WMKS: Christmas 1942' is a veritable holiday feast of great regional music set against a backdrop of the craziness that often accompanies family holidays - just the right recipe for an evening full of smiles and chuckles.more > — Jim Quesenberry, Washington County News
Play was GREAT! My husband thinks this is the best one yet.more > — W. T., patron from Floyd, Va. via Barter's Web site
WE loved it! In fact, we are coming back again because of the music. I have told everyone that it is a MUST see.more > — W. Y., a patron via Barter's Web site
We have just gotten home from our visit to Barter this evening and talked about it the whole way...it was wonderful and what a way to put you in the holiday spirit. We were so involved that it seemed it should be snowing when we went out to our car.more > — R.L. & J.L., patrons from Fall Branch, Tenn. via Barter's Web site
"It was wonderful!!! I still smile when I think about the production. Everyone should see it."more > — Patron Comment
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Eugene Wolf, Abigail "Abbey" Raye Conde & Jasper McGruder
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Jasper McGruder & Cynthia Thomas
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The Cast of WMKS: CHRISTMAS 1942
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Nicholas Piper & Eugene Wolf
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Dan Folino, Tricia Matthews, Abigail "Abbey" Raye Conde, Cynthia Thomas & Jasper McGruder
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The Cast of WMKS: CHRISTMAS 1942
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The Cast of WMKS: CHRISTMAS 1942
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The Cast of WMKS: CHRISTMAS 1942
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The Cast of WMKS: CHRISTMAS 1942
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The Cast and Volunteers of WMKS: CHRISTMAS 1942
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The Cast of WMKS: Christmas 1942
WMKS: Christmas 1942
Conceived and Written by Frank Higgins with traditional music
"A Regional Holiday Delight" The radio station WMKS: Where Music Kills Sorrows is back on the air by popular demand with a selection of Christmas, patriotic and old-time favorite songs such as "Go Tell It on the Mountain," "Mary Had a Baby," "Beautiful Star of Bethlehem" and "Children Go Where I Tell Thee" along with some beautiful shape note singing. As the effects of WWII spread throughout America, testing everyone's faith, the Carroll family honors patriotism and Christmas memories in this fun celebration of the holiday spirit.
Stage: Barter Theatre
Cast & Credits
CAST
(In Order of Appearance)
Doc Carroll: Eugene Wolf
Alma Carroll: Tricia Matthews
Cindy Turner: Amy Baldwin
Willy Turner: Nicholas Piper
Arthel /Arthella: Andrew Leon Heil / Abigail Conde
Audrey Newton: Cynthia Thomas
Robert Newton: Jasper McGruder
Johnny Carroll: Dan Folino
Musicians:
Tim Robertson, Ed Snodderly,
Doug Dorschug / Buddy Woodward,
Claire Morison
Director: Richard Rose
Vocal Arrangements: Eugene Wolf
Set Designer: Linda Thistle
Costume Designer: Amanda Aldridge
Lighting Designer: Richard Rose
Sound Designer: Bobby Beck
Stage Manager: Cindi A. Raebel
Corporate Sponsor:
Eastman Credit Union
Media Sponsors:
ABC 19 WKPT-TV, Kingsport Times-News, FM94 WMEV
