The return of the big musical and so much more... 

Prairie Wind Players Community Theatre of Grant Count is excited announce our 29th season in 2008.  We strive to perform great shows in the Historic Roosevelt Hall Theatre in Barrett, Minnesota. All of our productions are open to everyone in West Central Minnesota from paid position as artistic staff to volunteer actors and actress of all ages.  New people are always welcome to join us as we present "live theatre at its best".  Consider getting involved this year; audition for a show, play in the pit band, paint a set, sew a costume, work the wine table or concession stand, just to name a few.  Or help pack the theatre by inviting your family and friends to see every production. If you are interest, please contact Betsy Ostenson, Executive Director, 218-948-2197.

June 2008, “The Adventures of Tow Sawyer, the Musical” 
Wednesday, June 18, to Sunday, June 22, 2008,
Wednesday & Thursday features Family Nights
Friday & Saturday features Dinner Theatre 
and Sunday, Matinee
written by George Abbott & music & lyrics by Don Schlitz.  Based on Mark Twain’s classic novel, this musical tells the story of Tom, Huck, Becky, Aunt Polly, Injun Joe and all the rest in St Petersburg, Missouri in the 1840s.  Lots of singing and dancing for kids, teens and adults.  Do you know several teenage guys and gals who like to sing and act?  Here’s their chance to shine! This would be a great show for a family to do together.  Big cast up to 40 parts, so plan to be a part of it.

August 2008 “Always Patsy Cline"
Thursday, August 21 to Sunday, August 24
Friday & Saturday features Dinner Theatre and Sunday, Matinee
written by Ted Swindley, directed by Tim Ray, a musical tribute to America’s Sweetheart, featuring such great tunes Anytime, Walkin' After Midnight, She's Got You, Sweet Dreams, and Crazy--to name a few.  This show tells the story of Patsy Cline through the eyes of her biggest fan, Louise Seger.  One chance night in Houston 1961, Louise meets Patsy back stage and their friendship thrives until Patsy’s untimely death in 1963.  If you’re a Patsy Cline fan, this show is a must see.  Roles for two women along with an on stage pit band.

September 2008 An Old Fashioned Variety Show Fundraiser;
Saturday, September 27 
Do you have a hidden talent? Have you always wanted to get up in front of a crowd? Now your chance to give it a try!! Be a part of this event. 

October 2008 “ John Lennon & Me”,
Thursday, October 16 to Sunday, October 19
Comedy/Drama. by Cherie Bennett, directed by Kathy Ray.  The winner of many national awards, this uproarious play about life, death, power and first boyfriends was adapted her popular book, Good-bye, Best Friend.  Hollywood-wannabe Star, the ultimate Beatles fan, has her path stymied by cystic fibrosis, an inherited disease that assures a young death. She spends most of her time in the hospital, where she confronts fate with imagination surrounding herself with MTV-inspired bodyguard Flunkies and 'morphing' her dreaded therapy nurse into a pro-wrestler. Then, Star gets a new roommate, Courtney,  Star's opposite-a pretty cheerleader and apparently not very sick.  Neither girl knows much about the other's world, but eventually they come to understand each other, and ultimately, themselves. Cast 10 to 16 parts.

December 2008 “Over the River and Through the Woods”
Thursday, December 4 to Sunday December 7
Friday & Saturday features Dinner Theatre and Sunday, Matinee
the sentimental comedy-drama by Joe DiPietro, directed by Paul Schoenack. Meet Nick, a nice 20 something  from New Jersey who is surrounded by his grandparents, Aida and Frank Gianellia and Emma and Nunzio Crustano.  Each and every Sunday, Nick spends his afternoons with them, eating Italian cooking and playing board games. When Nick announces that he’s moving, the grandparents set out to find a “nice girl” so he won’t leave the neighborhood.  Will their scheme work?  Discover the challenges of growing old gracefully and endearing family ties told with laughter and tears.  Great roles for  four “older” actors along with two younger parts.