‘Ivy Gap’ opens season

By Jaine Treadwell (Contact) | Troy Messenger

Published Wednesday, October 8, 2008

The Troy Arts Council will open its 2008-09 Calendar of Events on Oct. 14 with the production of “1st Baptist of Ivy Gap.” And, the good thing about it is that you don’t have to be a Baptist to enjoy it.

“This is a play that everyone of all ages will enjoy,” said Kristi Drinkwater, TAC president. “The audience will meet the women of a small town Baptist church during World War II. ‘1st Baptist of Ivy Gap’ features six of the most wonderful characters that you’ll ever meet. It’s a comedy that has heart and drama.

“And, it’s not just about nurses or World War II. It’s about the struggles and hardships of these women and it will ring true for us today because of what our country is going through. The message will be relevant and we can possibly learn from what these women experienced.”

Because the show is set during World War II, the Troy Arts Council will honor all WWII veterans in attendance.

“We’ll also honor the spouses of these veterans,” Drinkwater said. “So, we encourage our veterans to be a part of this special show.”

Jerry Spann, TAC presenter chair, said “1st Baptist of Ivy Gap” is going to be a great production filled with laughter.

“From what I understand, up until intermission, the women will be young women,” he said. “After intermission, they will be about 20 years older. The time change will be very interesting. Everyone should enjoy it.”

Show time is 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14 at the Claudia Crosby Theater on the campus of Troy University.

Tickets for “1st Baptist of Ivy Gap,” are $20 for adults and $5 for students. Group rates for 10 or more are $15.

Tickets are available at The Printing Press, the Pink Parlor and the Troy University Music Department and will also be available at the door.

“1st Baptist of Ivy Gap” is sponsored by the Troy Arts Council with support from the Alabama State Council on the Arts and the National Endowment of the Arts and in connection with the John M. Long School of Music and the Troy University College of Communication and Fine Arts.