Author: stephenfosters
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Song Spotlight: Beautiful Dreamer
For today’s Song Spotlight, we’re diving into what may be Stephen Foster’s most memorable ballad, “Beautiful Dreamer.” This enchanting serenade has captured the hearts of Americans for generations. Written at least six months before Foster’s death, “Beautiful Dreamer” emerged during a difficult time in his life. Struggling with poor health and financial hardship, Foster penned…
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Louisville Orchestra performs in Bardstown
The Louisville Orchestra (LO) concluded their July leg of the “In Harmony – The Commonwealth Tour” in Bardstown at The Stephen Foster Story on Sunday, July 14. The free concerts under the direction of LO Music Director Teddy Abrams featured the orchestra with special guest performers Jason Clayborn and Daria Raymore! Attendees enjoyed orchestral arrangements…
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Cast Profile: Riley Broshears
Evansville native Riley Broshears is lighting up the stage this summer with his performances in “The Stephen Foster Story” and “The Little Mermaid” through the Stephen Foster Drama Association in Bardstown, Kentucky. Making his debut with the Stephen Foster Drama Association, Broshears is playing Prince Eric in “The Little Mermaid” and is joining the ensemble…
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Join us “Under the Sea” this summer
We at the Stephen Foster Drama Association are just days away from opening night of our 2024 Summer Broadway Musical! This summer, we’re taking audiences “under the sea” with our production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” Opening night is set for Wednesday, July 10 at the J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre in Bardstown, and performances will…
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Behind the Lens: Ray Kirkland
When Ray Kirkland began providing volunteer photography services for “The Stephen Foster Story” in 2019, it symbolized the perfect union of his lifelong passion for photography and his long-held love for a show he has cherished for nearly as long. Ray has been taking photos for as long as he can remember, from a small…
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Stephen Foster Story to host July 4th celebration
The Stephen Foster Drama Association in Bardstown has announced they will once again host their annual 4th of July FiveStar Fireworks celebration, which will coincide with the evening’s performance of “The Stephen Foster Story.” July 4 is a notable day for the Stephen Foster Drama Association, celebrating both the nation’s birth and the birthday of…
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The Crashers are coming to town
The Crashers to kick off 2024 Live at the Park Concert Series in Bardstown High-energy party band The Crashers are set to once again take the stage at My Old Kentucky Home State Park in Bardstown for a concert on Monday, June 24. The show kicks off the 2024 Budweiser Live at the Park Concert…
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Glimpse at 2024 Season
Check out a few photos from the 65th Annual The Stephen Foster Story in 2024. We would love to have you join us this season. Purchase your tickets at stephenfoster.com/tickets.
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Celebrating 65 years
Welcome to the 65th season of The Stephen Foster Story at the beautifully renovated J. Dan Talbot Amphitheater. It was the summer of 1957 when a group of farsighted people created the idea of a drama to ensure the music of America’s troubadour lived on. My Old Kentucky Home State Park in Bardstown was already…
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Cast Profile: Darla Arnett
Toledo, Ohio-based actor Darla Arnett is set to captivate audiences this summer with her performances in “The Stephen Foster Story” and “The Little Mermaid” through the Stephen Foster Drama Association. Making her debut with the Stephen Foster Drama Association, Arnett will play Lievy Pise in “The Stephen Foster Story” and take on the iconic role…