PAST PRODUCTIONS 

Spring 2009 Show

"Steel Magnolias"

The Playhouse brought audiences to their feet this spring with their outstanding production of Steel Magnolias.  The heart-warming and sometimes heart-wrenching story of love, friendship and loss in a beauty shop in north Louisiana came to life on the A&E Center's stage, through the talents of Director Jenny Stopher and cast members Sheila Cole, Renee Elmore, Rhoda Meier, Miriam Hans, Frances Campbell and Ellen Kluesing.

Over 300 people came to laugh and cry with the patrons of Truvy's beauty salon during the four-night run May 14 through 17.  Many patrons commented on the high level of professionalism exhibited by the actors and most raved about the beautiful set, built to perfection by Bob Oehler.  The lovely 80's period costumes were coordinated with a strong eye to detail by Mary Rone and Cheryl Beach. Vocal talents were provided by Bradon Meier.  Sound was once again provided by our faithful sound technician, Cortlin Sawyer.  All of the efforts were pulled together by Stopher and her stage manager David Beach, along with the efforts of manyother dedicated Rose Island board members and volunteers. And Saturday's and Sunday's audiences rewarded their effort by demonstrating their appreciation with rousing standing ovations. 

Nearly 40 patrons made an evening of it Saturday night by partaking in RIP's first-ever "Dinner and a Show."  The diners feasted on pork roast and wonderful side dishes before enjoying the show.  Most said they really enjoyed the gourmet-level food and hope we do something similar again.  Our thanks to caterer Kimber Sawyer for a terrific meal.