Press release: Three Rivers Theater to Hold Open Auditions
The new theater department at Three Rivers College will host open auditions in August for its first play. Five male and five female performers are needed to play a variety of roles in the play, titled “..And I Stood Still.” The play was written by new Three Rivers theater director Tim Thompson, and follows the [...]
Patrons of the Arts Announces Theater Series
By Liz Ellis, Reporter Three Rivers College has released the show lineup for this year’s Patrons of the Arts program. The shows are open to the community and tickets can be purchased for $10 apiece. This season will have more children’s shows than previous years, due to the success of last year’s “Nutcracker.” “Our mission [...]
Neelyville Native Lives Out Dream Through Reality Show Airing on Outdoor Channel
By Tim Krakowiak, Managing Editor When people ask Neelyville native Randy Birdsong why he left his home state of Missouri following high school and enrolled at Southern Illinois University, he responds, “to chase the big bucks.” And he does not mean the fortune a degree promises. Soon national television viewers will get to watch Birdsong’s [...]
The Underworld of Brick’s to be Featured on National TV
By Tim Krakowiak, Managing Editor The classic fusion of characters and high horsepower wrecks has attracted various promoters to Brick’s Off Road Park over the past several years in hopes of landing the next hit reality show. Two separate national production crews will be visiting Butler County June 10-12 to compile footage of the recreation [...]
Press release: Godsmack and Coliseum Partner to Aid Flood Victims Tuesday
Boston rock band Godsmack and the Black River Coliseum have teamed up in a special promotion to raise money to support three organizations that have provided invaluable assistance during the recent flooding in Southeast Missouri. The weather emergency resulted in the designation of the coliseum as a shelter for area flood victims and necessitated the [...]
Press release: Free Admission to Three Rivers Spring Musical Friday
In light of the recent flooding disasters, the Three Rivers College music department will present its spring musical, “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” for free at the Tinnin Fine Arts Center at 7 p.m. Friday. Those who have already purchased tickets at the original $10 price [...]
Press release: Coliseum Postpones Concert, Banquet due to Shelter Designation
UPDATE: The Godsmack concert has been rescheduled for May 10, according to the Black River Coliseum. Tickets for the canceled show will remain valid. The ongoing, catastrophic flooding affecting Poplar Bluff and the surrounding area has compelled Black River Coliseum management to postpone two events that had been scheduled for the weekend. By mandate of [...]
Press release: Hank Williams Tribute at Three Rivers Thursday
“Hank Williams Revisited” has been rated the No. 1 matinee show in Branson, and it is coming to the Tinnin Fine Arts Center this month. The Patrons of the Arts Society of Three Rivers College will close its 2010-2011 season with the “Hank Williams Revisited” tribute show at 7 p.m. Thursday. Tickets are only $10, [...]
Press release: Rodgers Theatre ‘Unplugged’ Series to Kick Off May 14
The managing board of the Rodgers Theatre, Southern Bank and Clear 94 recently announced a brand new series coming to the Rodgers Theatre beginning in the spring. “Unplugged at the Rodgers” will be a two-part series, according to Rodgers Theatre Manager Kyle Million. He said the series would showcase a diverse genre of artists. Board member [...]
Twain to be Brought to Life Saturday at Three Rivers College
By Tim Krakowiak, Managing Editor Mark Twain traveled across the West on a stagecoach and toured Europe and the Middle East by ship, but it was Missouri and life on the Mississippi River that provided the setting for his great American novels, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” and “…Huckleberry Finn.” Professional actor Dr. Michael Mauldin, [...]
Press release: District Music Fest to be Held at Three Rivers College
Seventeen area high school bands and 11 high school choirs will be participating in this year’s district music festival at Three Rivers College from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday in the Tinnin Fine Arts Center, with solo performers and musical ensembles competing on Wednesday. A top rating will qualify students to participate in the [...]
Q&A: Award Winning Bluegrass Duo Performing at Three Rivers College Thursday
By: Jason DeBerry Bluegrass duo sensation Dailey and Vincent has an awards and nominations list as long as some genealogies, which include: seven Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America Bluegrass awards, three consecutive International Bluegrass Music Association entertainer of the year titles and being nominated for a Grammy alongside Lady Antebellum for [...]
Oscar Predictions
Amber Richardson’s Oscar Picks and Predictions The 83rd annual Academy Awards are going to air this Sunday on ABC. Oscar predictions aren’t usually that interesting considering it’s usually pretty easy to figure out who’s going to come out on top in most categories. However, knowing who is going to win doesn’t necessarily mean I [...]
Press release: TRC Jazz Fest Begins Thursday
The Three Rivers College music department will host the 20th Annual Jazz Band Festival beginning at 7 p.m. each evening Thursday through Saturday in the Tinnin Fine Arts Center. The three-day festival includes performances by area junior high, high school and college jazz bands; the Jazz Alliance combo from Arkansas State University; and the All-District [...]
Almost Famous by Jason the Intern
Almost Famous: Laura Robinett There is a cliché dictum that goes, “with great power, comes great responsibility,” but with artistry it is sometimes the object that gives power that defines you. Power can be determined by a position, social status or income, but for Laura Robinett, it resides in her tattoo gun, and the responsibility [...]
This week we report about the upcoming special election for the Poplar Bluff Public Library to collect an additional sales tax and replace its existing property tax; the Poplar Bluff Garden Club turns 75; Apron Liberation Day is today; and our Healthy Lifestyles expert is back, encouraging readers to celebrate!