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Sense & Since-A-Hillbilly (September 2021)

Steel Magnolias (March 2020)

The Magic Toyshop (December 2019)

Sense and Since-A-Hillbilly
September 3-12, 2021

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Noah Patrick (Lucius Farley)

Phoenix Rossi (Shorty)

Alexandra Milam (Daisy Bennett)

Kevin Kite (Bogey Bennett/playwright)

This is Tim's first show with Trackside Theater. He did multiple shows in high school and has been acting in haunted attractions for over 20 years. Tim likes to spend his free time with his wife and children. — Tim Nicholson (Vernon)
This is Tim's first show with Trackside Theater. He did multiple shows in high school and has been acting in haunted attractions for over 20 years. Tim likes to spend his free time with his wife and children.

Joshua Nichols (Virgil)

Sarah Nichols (Sally Mae & stage crew)

Shenandoah Ellis (Mary Bennett)

Casey Ehlers (Thomas Moorehouse)

Jenna McKay (Pansy Bennet)

Jadin Stewart grew up in Shenandoah Valley. He was a filmographer, filming weddings and short films, which he occasionally acted in as a hobby. However, this is his first theatrical play. His favorite thing about being in the play is getting to preform next to his wife, Meg Stewart, who is playing Petunia Bennett. — Jadin Stewart (Randal)
Jadin Stewart grew up in Shenandoah Valley. He was a filmographer, filming weddings and short films, which he occasionally acted in as a hobby. However, this is his first theatrical play. His favorite thing about being in the play is getting to preform next to his wife, Meg Stewart, who is playing Petunia Bennett.

Meg Stewart grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. She’s been acting in various plays since middle school, but this is her first role Trackside Theater. Her favorite part of playing Petunia is making people laugh. — Meg Stewart (Petunia Bennett)
Meg Stewart grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. She’s been acting in various plays since middle school, but this is her first role Trackside Theater. Her favorite part of playing Petunia is making people laugh.

Jenna Heffner grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. She studied all forms of dance since she was four and continues teaching dance at a studio in Harrisonburg. She performed in The Mitten, The Tangerine Bear, Peter Pan, and in various other dance concerts. This is her first time at Trackside Theater. — Jenna Heffner (Sadie Mae/stage crew)
Jenna Heffner grew up in the Shenandoah Valley. She studied all forms of dance since she was four and continues teaching dance at a studio in Harrisonburg. She performed in The Mitten, The Tangerine Bear, Peter Pan, and in various other dance concerts. This is her first time at Trackside Theater.

Tina has lived in Luray for over 20 years and has been on or behind the Trackside stage since 2012, often with her family (3 daughters and hubby). She is currently on the nursing faculty at JMU School of Nursing and is the co-owner of a local record store and an honest to goodness crazy cat lady (not by choice). — Tina Switzer (Peachy Anne)
Tina has lived in Luray for over 20 years and has been on or behind the Trackside stage since 2012, often with her family (3 daughters and hubby). She is currently on the nursing faculty at JMU School of Nursing and is the co-owner of a local record store and an honest to goodness crazy cat lady (not by choice).

Rachel is a graduate of Bridgewater College. She has been involved with theater since she was nine years old and hopes to continue to be involved for years to come. — Rachel Aleshire (Sherriff Edith "Eddie" Brown)
Rachel is a graduate of Bridgewater College. She has been involved with theater since she was nine years old and hopes to continue to be involved for years to come.

Lisa has been with Trackside Theater since 2012 and has been on the board of directors since 2014. Since then she has been involved with acting, directing and crew for over 20 productions. She is so happy to be a part of this wonderful theater that has provided an outlet for some very talented members of our community and surrounding areas. She says that It is a joy to watch the actors grow into their characters and to see how close the cast gets during the months leading up to opening night. — Lisa Aleshire (director)
Lisa has been with Trackside Theater since 2012 and has been on the board of directors since 2014. Since then she has been involved with acting, directing and crew for over 20 productions. She is so happy to be a part of this wonderful theater that has provided an outlet for some very talented members of our community and surrounding areas. She says that It is a joy to watch the actors grow into their characters and to see how close the cast gets during the months leading up to opening night.

Steel Magnolias
March 6–15, 2020

Steel Magnolias — Steel Magnolias Audition Announcement

Steel Magnolias Official Poster

Detra was bitten by the theater bug as a freshman at Bridgewater College, too many years ago, and has enjoyed the last two years on stage at Trackside. She adores her three daughters and spends her weekdays teaching English at their school, FRCS, grateful for the unending support of her family and friends. — Detra Tutton as Clairee
Detra was bitten by the theater bug as a freshman at Bridgewater College, too many years ago, and has enjoyed the last two years on stage at Trackside. She adores her three daughters and spends her weekdays teaching English at their school, FRCS, grateful for the unending support of her family and friends.

Kelly caught the acting bug at Trackside Theater in 2012 and has performed in many local productions since. When not performing onstage, Kelly enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends. — Kelly Ann Zitzer as Truvy
Kelly caught the acting bug at Trackside Theater in 2012 and has performed in many local productions since. When not performing onstage, Kelly enjoys traveling and spending time with her family and friends.

Lisa has been acting and directing for many years. This show has a special place in her heart, and she would like to dedicate her performance to her momma, the strongest woman she knows. — Lisa Aleshire as M'lynn
Lisa has been acting and directing for many years. This show has a special place in her heart, and she would like to dedicate her performance to her momma, the strongest woman she knows.

Nia has been an avid actress on the Trackside stage since 2013, and they haven't been able to get rid of her yet. She is very excited to play a role unlike any of her previous ones before, and she hopes to provide something to Anelle that has never been seen before. — Nia Rivere as Annelle
Nia has been an avid actress on the Trackside stage since 2013, and they haven't been able to get rid of her yet. She is very excited to play a role unlike any of her previous ones before, and she hopes to provide something to Anelle that has never been seen before.

Rachel is a senior at Bridgewater College and will be graduating soon with her Bachelor's degree in Communications Technology and Culture. Rachel has been involved with theater since she was nine years old and hopes to continue to be involved even after she graduates. — Rachel Aleshire as Shelby
Rachel is a senior at Bridgewater College and will be graduating soon with her Bachelor's degree in Communications Technology and Culture. Rachel has been involved with theater since she was nine years old and hopes to continue to be involved even after she graduates.

Tina has lived in Luray for over 20 years and has been on or behind the Trackside stage since 2012, often with her family (3 daughters and hubby). She is currently on the nursing faculty at JMU School of Nursing and is the co-owner of a local record store and an honest to goodness crazy cat lady (not by choice). — Tina Switzer as Ouiser
Tina has lived in Luray for over 20 years and has been on or behind the Trackside stage since 2012, often with her family (3 daughters and hubby). She is currently on the nursing faculty at JMU School of Nursing and is the co-owner of a local record store and an honest to goodness crazy cat lady (not by choice).

Travis Wolf, Director — Travis Wolf, Director
Travis Wolf, Director

Stephanie Laurie, Co-Director — Stephanie Laurie, Co-Director
Stephanie Laurie, Co-Director

The group gathered at Truvy's beauty shop — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The group gathered at Truvy's beauty shop

Truvy, Clairee, and Shelby — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Truvy, Clairee, and Shelby

M'Lynn and Ouizer — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
M'Lynn and Ouizer

Ouizer — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Ouizer

Ouizer and M'Lynn — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Ouizer and M'Lynn

Ouizer and M'Lynn — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Ouizer and M'Lynn

Shelby — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Shelby

The group gathered at Truvy's beauty shop — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The group gathered at Truvy's beauty shop

The group gathered at Truvy's beauty shop — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The group gathered at Truvy's beauty shop

Shelby and Annelle — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Shelby and Annelle

Shelby and Truvy — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Shelby and Truvy

Steel Magnolias rehearsal -- Shelby and Truvy — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Shelby and Truvy

The group helps support Shelby through a low blood sugar moment. — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The group helps support Shelby through a low blood sugar moment.

Truvy and Shelby — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Truvy and Shelby

Ouizer and Annelle — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
Ouizer and Annelle

The Steel Magnolias cast practicing the "Hit her!" scene, breaking the tension of the moment with laughter. — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The Steel Magnolias cast practicing the "Hit her!" scene, breaking the tension of the moment with laughter.

The Steel Magnolias cast practicing the "Hit her!" scene, breaking the tension of the moment with laughter. — Steel Magnolias rehearsal
The Steel Magnolias cast practicing the "Hit her!" scene, breaking the tension of the moment with laughter.

Steel Magnolias photo — Prepping for the Show
Co-Director Stephanie Laurie helps clean the theater before the show.

Cast member Rachel Aleshire helps with the preshow cleanup — Prepping for the Show
Cast member Rachel Aleshire helps with the preshow cleanup

Cast member and Trackside president Lisa Aleshire contributes to the cleanup before the show. — Prepping for the Show
Cast member and Trackside president Lisa Aleshire contributes to the cleanup before the show.

CAST: Lisa Aleshire, Rachel Aleshire, Tina Switzer, Kelly Zitzer, Detra Tutton, and Nia Rivere.

CREW: Travis Wolf, Stephanie Laurie, Alison Coltrane, Casey Ehlers, Lily Robisch, Robert Baker (not pictured), and Barbara Baker (not pictured). — Steel Magnolias Official Cast & Crew Photo
CAST: Lisa Aleshire, Rachel Aleshire, Tina Switzer, Kelly Zitzer, Detra Tutton, and Nia Rivere. CREW: Travis Wolf, Stephanie Laurie, Alison Coltrane, Casey Ehlers, Lily Robisch, Robert Baker (not pictured), and Barbara Baker (not pictured).

The Magic Toyshop
December 6–15, 2019

The Magic Toyshop Call for Auditions

The Magic Toyshop — Official Show Poster

The Magic Toyshop — The dolls get a a look at their new companion, Sunny the Ragdoll.

The Magic Toyshop — The dolls show off for their new visitor, the mysterious old woman.

The Magic Toyshop — Santa to the rescue!

The Magic Toyshop — The soldier blows her bugle.

The Magic Toyshop — Corky the clown shows off why the dolls are so special for new doll Sunny.

The Magic Toyshop — The Toymaker brings to life his latest creation, a new ragdoll as his other dolls look on.

The Magic Toyshop — The dolls commiserate.

The Magic Toyshop — Chaos erupts as the dolls try to get a look at the Toymaker's votes. Are they real or forged? — The Magic Toyshop — Chaos erupts as the dolls try to get a look at the Toymaker’s votes. Are they real or forged?

The Magic Toyshop — A new visitor is coming to the toyshop!

The Magic Toyshop — Just who is this old woman, really?

The Magic Toyshop — One of the dolls from our wonderful toy-filled set.

The Magic Toyshop — Santa Claus helps out.

The Magic Toyshop — Dress rehearsal (no makeup)

the magic toyshop backstage — The dolls backstage

the magic toyshop bacsktage — The dolls backstage

the magic toyshop bacsktage — The dolls backstage

the magic toyshop bacsktage — Sunny gets her makeup done

the magic toyshop bacsktage — Sunny gets her makeup done

the magic toyshop bacsktage — The dolls having fun under the blue lights