Chestnut Fine Arts Theater
miss daisy

September 11 - Oct. 5, 2008
Directed by Brad Zimmerman

Driving Miss Daisy is a heartwarming story of the friendship between an aging, determined white Southern lady and a proud, soft-spoken black man who becomes her driver.  Changing times underline this story about Miss Daisy, her son, and her chauffeur, Hoke.  The play is about a relationship that comes to a poignant conclusion as the 97-year old Daisy admits to Hoke that he is, in fact, her best friend.  It is a journey full of laughs, history and meaning.  By Alfred Uhry (Rated PG

holidays

November 6 - December 14, 2008
Directed by Brad Zimmerman

It’s that time of year when we all long to go Home for the Holidays!  Celebrate your memories of past holidays in song and spirit, as you trade the hustle and bustle for a wonderful evening of music.  You’ll enjoy all your favorites … Silent Night, O Holy Night, Winter Wonderland, There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays, Carol of the Bells, I’ll Be Home for Christmas and more.  (Rated G)

radio

February 5 - March 1, 2009
Directed by Brad Zimmerman

Radio Gals is a lively, nostalgic musical with old-time musical numbers and country humor.  Hazel Hunt and her all-girl orchestra, the Hazelnuts, have their own radio station, “WGAL” – a daily fare of inspirational and popular tunes, gossip, recipes, classifieds, sports scores, and fan mail.  Enter O.B. Abbott, Federal Radio Inspector, intent on ensuring WGAL isn’t breaking any laws.  And it turns out that Mr. Abbott also has a fine tenor voice and falls for one of the Hazelnuts!  Book, Music and Lyrics by Mike Craver and Mark Hardwick (Rated G)

religion

March 26 - April 26, 2009
Directed by Brad Zimmerman

Give Me That Old-Time Religion! is a hand-clapping, toe-tapping musical revue full of gospel and spiritual favorites that can be enjoyed by the entire family … from Grandma to little sister!  The energetic, inspiring, and uplifting music, performed by a cast of talented performers, contains a rousing blend of traditional and contemporary religious music.  This is guaranteed to be an audience favorite, so make your reservations early!  (Rated G)

garland

May 21 - June 21, 2009
Directed by Brad Zimmerman

Babes in Hollywood salutes the legendary musical careers of Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney – It doesn’t get much better!  Get ready to swing, sway and swoon to the most glorious songs of the 20th century.  You’ll thrill to such American classics as Over the Rainbow, You Made Me Love You, Easter Parade, But Not for Me, The Man Who Got Away, On the Sunny Side of the Street, Meet Me in St. Louis, That’s Entertainment, Where or When, Born in a Trunk, Yankee Doodle Boy, Come Rain or Come Shine, Strike up the Band, and many more!  Created by David Grapes and Vance Fulkerson (Rated G)

how to

July 9 - August 2, 2009
Directed by Brad Zimmerman

The sparkly musical, How to Eat Like a Child, is a guide to the art of being a child … told strictly from a child’s point of view.  The kids will teach you how to torture your sister, how to laugh hysterically, and how to act after being sent to your room!  This fast-paced, unique show will be performed by some of the most talented young performers in the Kansas City area.  Book by Delia Ephron, John Forster and Judith Kahans’ Music and Lyrics by John Forster (Rated G)

Our 10th Anniversary!
2008-09 Season at The Chestnut

Season Tickets Available by Calling 913-764-2121
All Six Shows ~ Adults $96; Seniors $90; Children $66
(Individual Tickets ~ Adults $18; Seniors $17; Children $13)

patsyComing in October - "Always ... Patsy Cline"
(This show is NOT part of our regular season)

Krista Eyler and Stasha Case will recreate their roles as the beloved Patsy Cline and her good friend, Louise Seger.  You LOVED these gals before … You’ll LOVE them again in October! The show is based on the true story of Patsy Cline's friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger.  Always...Patsy Cline is a song-filled evening of beautiful ballads, honky-tonks and an intimate and uplifting look at the life of country music’s most beloved singer.  You’ll hear many of Patsy’s biggest hits -- Crazy, Back in Baby’s Arms, Walkin’ After Midnight, I Fall to Pieces, Your Cheatin’ Heart, Sweet Dreams, Blue Moon of Kentucky, Always, Three Cigarettes in an Ashtray, and so many more. This will be the Chestnut’s 4th production of Always…Patsy Cline!  All previous performances have SOLD OUT, so make your reservations early!  Always … Patsy Cline has been one of the most produced musicals in America. (Written and Created by Ted Swindley)

Thursday, October 9 at 8 pm - Friday, October 10 at 8 pm - Sunday, October 12 at 2 pm & 7 pm
Thursday, October 16 at 8 pm - Friday, October 17 at 8 pm - Sunday, October 19 at 2 pm & 7 pm
Call 913-764-2121 for Information and Reservations
Adults $18 - Seniors $17

saddleSpecial New Year’s Show!  Order your tickets TODAY!
(This Show is NOT part of our regular season)


Don’t miss the chance to see Back in the Saddle Again, a perfect mix of great country classics.  It's two hours of high-energy entertainment that offers singing, dancing, comedy, fiddle playing, and country guitar … all wrapped up in one incredible show!  A must see!  You’ll hear Thank God I’m a Country Boy, Stand by your Man, He Stopped Lovin' Her Today, Coal Miner's Daughter, The Green, Green Grass of Home, King of the Road, Daddy Sang Bass, Yakety Sax, Orange Blossom Special, and so many more. (G)

New Year’s Show Prices - Adults $18; Seniors $17 (913-764-2121 for Dates and Information)