Steel Magnolias

2013 Show Schedule


PG: Parental Guidance *First time at Murry’s

 

Not Now, Darling

I Ought To Be In Pictures (PG)

January 15 – February 9

One of Neil Simon’s best plays focuses on Herb Tucker, a modestly successful Hollywood writer who abandoned his New York family 16 years earlier. He and girlfriend, Steffy, are surprised when his forgotten past reappears in the form of Libby, his bold, adventurous teenage daughter who has hitch-hiked all the way from Brooklyn with dreams of movie stardom. How they pick up the pieces is a poignant, tender, yet very funny story.
“Terrific...Sweet, dandy and touching.”
- N.Y. Post

Til Beth Do Us Part

’Til Beth Do Us Part

February 12 – March 16

In this side-splitting comic romp about marriage, career-driven Suzannah Hayden needs a lot more help on the home front than she's getting from her husband, Gibby. Lately, nurturing his marriage of 27 years hasn't been the highest priority, but pretty soon he'll wish it had been. Whether you're married, single, rethinking your divorce, or currently being controlled by someone up to no good, you're sure to enjoy this family-friendly, laugh-out-loud comedy!

Rex’s Exes

Rex’s Exes

March 19 – April 13

This deliriously funny Southern-fried farce finds the Verdeen cousins of Sweetgum, Texas - Gaynelle, Peaches and Jimmy Wyvette - teetering on the brink of disasters again.  As the outrageous complications of this ferociously funny Hope, Jones, and Wooten comedy explode into chaos, you’ll find yourself hoping your family celebration is half this much fun!

Not Now, Darling

See How They Run

April 16 – May 18

In the vicarage of a sleepy English village, a new addition to the community - Penelope Toop, former American actress and the new wife of the Vicar - shakes things up by wearing pants in public. When Penelope is visited by former acting partner Clive, they sneak out to the local theatre, with Clive wearing the Vicar's second - best suit. This begins a night of confusion and mistaken identity which ends up with five men in clerical garb, plus a host of crazy characters, including a Russian convict, a cockney maid, and a teetotaling church lady. A wild, door-slamming romp that will leave you breathless with laughter!

Steel Magnolias

Steel Magnolias

May 21– June 15

A humorous yet poignant look at six Southern women and their eccentricities, who meet at a local beauty parlor to discuss men, love, and each other.  Full of laughs and hair spray!  “A Superb, Funny, Deeply Moving Play.” - Daily News.  One of Murry’s most popular shows, this play inspired the money making gem of a film that introduced the wonderful Julia Roberts!

Not Now, Darling

Southern Crossroads

June 18 – July 20

A joyous, funny and frequently touching show set in the midst of the Great Depression, Southern Crossroads follows a traveling family of singers and musicians who arrive at their new gig finding the doors locked and the theatre out-of-business.  Knowing that “the show must go on,” this gifted family of musicians decide to bring entertainment to the locals regardless, treating them to an old-fashioned, high-spirited Southern jamboree with songs like “Mountain Dew,” “I'll Fly Away,” “Midnight Special,” and “House of the Rising Sun.”

South Pacific

South Pacific

July 23 – August 31

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Pulitzer Prize Winning South Pacific spins a romantic tale of love and loss on a tropical island naval base during World War II as two couples - U.S. Navy nurse Nellie Forbush and French plantation owner Emile de Becque, along with Lt. Joe Cable and a young local native girl - fall in love. You’ll be tapping your toes to all your favorites like “Honey Bun,” “There is Nothin’ Like a Dame,” “Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair,” along with the classic “Some Enchanted Evening.”

Not Now, Darling

Tuna Does Vegas (PG)

September 3 – October 5

When a conservative radio host announces on the air that he and his wife will renew their vows in Sin City, all of the residents of Tuna, Texas' third - smallest town come along for the ride. Favorite characters from past Tuna productions return, and new ones are introduced by a cast of two actors.  “What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but what happens when Tuna hits the slots may lodge delightfully in your head for a lifetime.” - L.A. Times

Not Now, Darling

Dial M For Murder (PG)

October 8 – November 9

Tony married for money. Now he’ll kill for it. You’ll be on the edge of your seat every thrilling moment of this quintessential murder mystery.  It’s a dark, dangerous, and delightful whodunit of forbidden love, suspense, blackmailers, and backstabber’s -  figuratively and literally.  Inspired the world famous Hitchcock thriller starring Grace Kelly!

Run For Your Wife

Run For Your Wife (PG)

November 12 – December 31

Cab driver John Smith is mugged one day and is taken home by a helpful policeman.  Unfortunately, the policeman takes him to the wrong home - it seems John Smith has two homes and two wives, and according to his carefully laid out schedule he is supposed to be with wife #2!  Confused?  It will all come together in this hilarious collection of mistaken identities as Mr. Smith tries to juggle two wives, two homes, and two very suspicious police detectives.  The perfect holiday treat!