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Blue Ridge Dinner Theatre is an outgrowth of the Dramatic
and Theatre Arts department at Ferrum College and the
Jack Tale Players. Our patrons, area businesses, civic
organizations, and Ferrum College provide the many kinds
of support necessary to make
the BRDT a viable enterprise. Founded in 1978, the BRDT
has produced four to five major plays per season as well
as a number of other productions. Every year the BRDT
also premieres, at least, one original drama.
The BRDT began as an effort to share with Franklin
County its past and grew to the present enterprise that
celebrates a whole variety of theatrical endeavors.
From the beginning, three important principles have
guided our work. For the audiences, the Blue Ridge Dinner
Theatre promises wholesome family entertainment that
blends the educational purpose of theatre with the powerful
force of drama. For all, the BRDT reminds us that drama
began as a religious ceremony and continues best when
it keeps the spirit of fellowship and the joys of celebration.
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are some links to further reading and other sites of interest
to the history and philosphy of the Blue Ridge Dinner
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| Blue
Ridge Dinner Theatre, Ferrum Students and Faculty in Stage
of The Art Magazine |
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| "Wickedly
Good" from the Roanoke Times |
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| R.
Rex Stephenson's web site |
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| Drama
Major at Ferrum College |
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