Main Street Theatre to Present ‘Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming” in August OUR TOWN DEKALB STAFF
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he traveling gospel-vocal group Sanders Family Singers takes the stage once again when Tucker's Main Street Theatre presents "Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming," the weekends of August 12-14, 19-21 and 2627 at the Tucker Recreation Center. The popular comedy with bluegrass music, the third in the Smoke on the Mountain trilogy, written by Connie Ray and Alan Bailey, is set on Saturday night, October 6, 1945. Reverend Mervin Oglethorpe is conducting his last service at the small, rural Mount Pleasant Baptist Church before heading to a new assignment in Texas, accompanied by his pregnant wife, June, and a brand-new ten-gallon hat. In the morning, young Dennis Sanders takes over as Mount Pleasant's pastor. The Sanders Family Singers lead a rousing send-off for Reverend Oglethorpe that features hilarious, often poignant, memories that impart important lessons about life, love, and family. The show includes twenty-five gospel favorites performed by
local bluegrass musicians, and is suitable for all ages. Showtimes for the Friday and Saturday performances are 7:30 p.m., and on Sundays, 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, and $10 for children. Masks are optional, subject to CDC guidelines. Seating capacity has been reduced to 100 audience members per show to facilitate social distancing. Concessions will be available. Ticket holders who are not feeling well or have been exposed to COVID-19, may exchange their tickets or receive a refund. For tickets and more information, visit mainstreettheatre.org. OUR TOWN DEKALB | July 2022 13
