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auditions for Summer 2025
The Stephen Foster Drama Association has announced that in-person auditions for 2025 performances of “The Stephen Foster Story,” and “The Sound of Music” are scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 22 at Nelson County High School, located at 1070 Bloomfield Road in Bardstown. “Audition season is always an exciting time as we discover the talented individuals who…
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2025 Summer Schedule
Planning a trip to one of the outstanding performances or events at the J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre in 2025? It is going to be a great season, and we look forward to hosting you. Check back regularly as we continue to announce new performances and events.
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Announcing The Sound of Music
The Stephen Foster Drama Association (SFDA) has announced that their 2025 Summer Broadway Musical will be Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music.” The show, set to be performed in July and August, will take place at the J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre in Bardstown, and tickets are available now. A total of seven performances will…
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Holiday Giving
‘Tis the season for gift-giving! As you consider your end-of-year contributions, we hope you’ll think of us. Supporting The Stephen Foster Drama Association means more than just backing a show; it means making a positive impact on our community through quality arts and entertainment! When you make a tax-deductible donation to The Stephen Foster Drama…
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What is #givingtuesday?
Tomorrow is Giving Tuesday, a global movement celebrating the power of generosity to transform communities and the world. If you’re thinking about giving to a cause close to your heart, please consider supporting the Stephen Foster Drama Association. Our amazing supporters are the reason we can bring quality shows to life year after year! To…
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Song Spotlight: “old folks at home” aka “swanee river”
For today’s Song Spotlight, we’re exploring Stephen Foster’s “Old Folks at Home,” which was first published in 1851. Often known as “Swanee River,” this song has cemented its place in the American songbook, even becoming Florida’s official state song. The inclusion of the river in the lyrics stemmed from Foster’s desire to feature a two-syllable…
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This Weekend: Bardstown Craft Beer Festival
The Bardstown Craft Beer Festival is just days away! Happening this Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m., this beloved annual event supports The Stephen Foster Drama Association and our efforts to bring signature theatrical productions and events to the community, including “The Stephen Foster Story.” At this incredible event, you can sample from over 50…
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October is National Arts & Humanities Month
October is National Arts and Humanities Month! Here at the Stephen Foster Story, we believe in the transformative power of the arts to inspire, educate and connect our community. Whether it’s opportunities provided to our cast members or our audience, we believe in the power of the arts to transform and connect people. As we…
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Song spotlight: “My Old Kentucky Home”
Anyone who has spent a significant amount of time in Kentucky is familiar with Stephen Foster’s iconic composition “My Old Kentucky Home.” Published in January 1853 by Firth, Pond, & Co. of New York, the song captures the essence of a bygone era while celebrating the enduring spirit of Kentucky and its people. At its…
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2024 Bardstown Craft Beer Festival
The 11th annual Bardstown Craft Beer Festival is right around the corner! On Saturday, October 19, join us from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Farmer’s Market Pavilion in Bardstown for an evening of delicious brews, ciders, and seltzers from over 50 selections. Sponsored by Town & Country Bank and Trust Co., the event will…