Li'l Abner - March 10th thru 12th

The great musical play Li'l Abner from the book by Norman Panama & Melvin Frank will be performed by the Martin Community Players. The play features music by Gene de Paul and lyrics by Johnny Mercer and is based on the characters created by Al Capp. For this production Andy Weaver is artistic director, Mike Stephens is musical director and choreography is by Lauren Lukert

Gary Gardner of Windsor is playing "Earthquake McGoon". McGoon returns to Dogpatch with his new title "World's Dirtiest Rassler" and immediately announces his intention to marry Daisy Mae. With the Sadie Hawkins day race imminent the question of who catches who (and why) is great entertainment.

Wedding Party!

Other roles include: Hank Bowen as Abner, Lisa Duke as Daisy Mae, Dwane Baker as Marryin' Sam, Ada Brown of Winterville as Mammy Yokum, Doug Baker as Pappy Yokum, Bill Webb as General Bullmoose, and Earle Barnard as Senator Jack S. Phogbound.

Performaces will be held March 10th thru 12th in the Martin County Auditorium in Williamston.

Tickets are $9 for students and senior citizens and $12 for adults. Tickets can be obtained in Windsor at Hazelgrove Realty, 111 Belmont Street, phone (252) 794-3457. Tickets can be obtained in Williamston at Mast Pharmacy, phone (252) 792-3660.