Red Door Theatre, Prairie St. |
The Red Door Theatre,
formerly the Trinity Episcopal Church, hosts many events and
activities promoting arts and community involvement.
Located at the corner of Prairie Street and Blackmon Avenue, the
Red Door Theatre was named in honor of the red doors
traditionally found on Episcopal churches.
Red Door Theatre 2008 Season Announced!
Many new productions are in the works at the Red Door Theatre! Already on the schedule for the 2008 are 4 different productions:
- March 14-15: Nat King Cole: The Man and His Music (3 performances including Saturday matinee)
- April 24-26, May 1-3: Conecuh People (6 performances)
- August 7-9: Steel Magnolias (3 performances)
- December 5-7: Last Night of Ballyhoo (3 performances)
As more productions and performances are added to the schedule, they will be posted here. Be sure to check back to see what all is going on in Union Springs!
Conecuh People...
The Experience
Conecuh People... the
Experience, including self-guided tours, a quilt exhibit
displayed throughout many of our beautiful churches, art
exhibit, dinner, theatre, and lodging, is presented each year on
the last weekend of April and the first weekend of May.
Visitors can choose to spend the day with us including an
overnight stay or just come and enjoy the play, Conecuh
People, a poignant story of one boy's coming of age in rural
Alabama in the 1950s. Whatever you choose, we are sure
that you will be enriched by Conecuh People...
the Experience.
Read more
about the Conecuh People... the Experience
Ticket Policies for Performances Sponsored by TCBC
1. No refunds or cancellations within 5 days of the performance
2. No babies-in-arms
3. Not recommended for children under 4. All children must have their own seat.
4. No food, drinks, or gum in the theatre
5. No reserved seating unless authorized by the TCBC
6. All cell phones and pagers must be turned off inside the theatre
7. The use of cameras and recording devices is prohibited during performances
8. Ticket exchanges may be done with a 24 hour notice. There will be a $5.00 charge per transaction. Exchanges are for the same event only.
9. Group rates for 20+ tickets will be reduced by $1 per ticket for the performance.
10. Group tickets must be paid for in advance, at least 45 days before the performance
Season Tickets Are the Way to Go!
For the first time, the Red Door Theatre is offering season ticket packages to all of its scheduled performances this year! Season tickets include admission to each production and accompanying dinners/receptions, save you up to 15% on ticket prices, and Full Season Passes entitle you to reserved seating! If you aren't able to attend all performances this year, choose the "Pick 3 Pass" and save on 3 performances you select. Click here to view and print the season ticket order form. Season ticket holders also have the option to receive email reminders of upcoming performances, and will enjoy flexible ticket exchange policies if needed. Download the order form for more details. Personal checks and credit cards are accepted!
The Restoration Plan
Red Door Theatre |
Our vision is two-fold:
First, to restore the structure of Trinity
Church to its original state; and
Next, to produce plays, hold readings, and
present other fine arts in the Red Door Theatre in order to
enhance the quality of life in our community and promote
Union Springs/Bullock County as a tourist destination.
Background: Just a few years ago the
city was given Trinity Church by the Episcopal Diocese.
The Tourism Council, in partnership with Troy State
University, commissioned the writing of a play, Conecuh
People, which was produced at TSU in February 2002. Out of
these two events, a vision was born for the development of
the arts and tourism in our community.
Donations
We are conducting The Trinity Campaign to
obtain funding to furnish the Red Door Theatre with the
equipment required to make it a state-of-the-art theatre,
i.e., lighting, sound, stage, etc., and to provide funding
for the production of Conecuh People, as well as future
productions and other fine arts events.
We are asking citizens and friends of our
community to help in this campaign. It is our hope that you
will read the information we have to share and ask any
questions you may have. We also hope that you will say "yes"
as you are called upon to help.
We ask for your commitment to your
community. These are exciting times. Thank you for your love
for Union Springs and Bullock County and the citizens they
serve.
If you would like to make a donation,
contact
Mack Hixon, Chairman
Tourism Council of Bullock County
PO Box 5236
Union Springs, Alabama 36089
Phone: 1.334.738.TOUR (8687)
Email: tourismbullockcounty@yahoo.com
Donations : Questions & Answers
Question: Is my giving tax-deductible?
Answer: Yes. The Union Springs Bullock County Tourism
Council is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions
are tax deductible in keeping with U.S. law. Funding your
gift with marketable securities or real estate may be
appropriate for your tax situation.
Question: Can I spread your gift over
more than one year?
Answer: Yes, gifts may be spread across a two-year
period.
Question: Can I give goods and/or
services?
Answer: Yes. The Trinity Campaign is seeking in-kind
donations of goods and services that are specific to the
itemized needs.
Recognition Policies
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Donors of gifts given for capital
projects will be recognized by plaques in the Red Door
Theatre.
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Gifts, other than for capital projects,
will be recognized according to six levels of giving.
Donor recognition will occur in publications issued in
association with the event (e.g., program for the play,
a reading, etc.).
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The levels of giving are as follows:
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$5,000 and up - Producers
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$2,500 to $4,999 - Directors
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$1,000 to $2,400 - Actors
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$500 to $999 - Designers
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$100 to $499 - Stagehands
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less than $100 - Apprentices
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Gifts may be made in honor or memory of
another individual.
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All requested in-kind gifts, and
financial contributions will receive a thank you letter
recognizing the value of the gift.
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Donors will be asked for permission
before their name is used in any publication or placed
on a plaque. Permission must be given in writing or the
gift will be considered anonymous.
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