Stephanie McGlenon
"Deedra"
Always A Bridesmaid
April 16, 2016

Friendship is a wonderful thing. Whether it be a friend you've grown up with or someone you've become close to as an adult, they are still a blessing. Being a part of Market House I've had the opportunity to make new friends that I consider part of my extended family. Luckily none of them have asked me to make repeat performances at their weddings.

Working with these ladies has been a wonderful experience. Some I've shared the stage with before and others I'm blessed with getting to know them. I've always wanted to work with Diane (Byrd) as a director, and I've learned a lot from her. No matter how many times I do these things, I find there's always room for improvement. Creating a character is usually easy for me, but playing Deedra has been somewhat of a challenge. It's hard to give a hardnosed judge a soft side without losing her very well-earned dignity. 

I'm always grateful when I get the opportunity to be cast in any show. Whether it be a comedy, drama or musical, I find there is always a challenge, but, like any actor, we strive to build a character that someone out there can relate to. 

Always a Bridesmaid is a story about four ladies  who've been there for all of each others matrimonial ups and downs. They vowed they would be bridesmaids for each friends wedding, and apparently that vow included an added clause stating there was no limit on how many times any of them chose to get married. 

Come check out this lovely story about these crazy ladies that do whatever it takes to fulfill a promise they made back in high school. You'll laugh, you'll cry - heck you might even pee yourself a little. 

Sue Fletcher
"Sedalia"
Always A Bridesmaid
April 15, 2016

If it's April, it's showtime! I've been lucky enough to do seven plays in April in the last eight years. I couldn't see myself anywhere else except on the MHT stage during this time. The plays in April have been comedies and geared toward the visitors we have in Paducah during the Quilt Show. They have been laugh out loud and make-you-feel-good plays.

That brings me to this year's April play, Always a Bridesmaid. It fits the category of a "laugh out loud" comedy. It is a fun romp through the years with four ladies who have been in each other's weddings every time one has tied the knot. 

That's where I come in. Sedalia owns the building where the weddings and receptions take place. She likes to think her precious Laurelton Oaks is geared for elegant occasions and a refined clientele. She likes to think she's elegant and refined, too. That is until she meets up with these bridesmaids. They try her patience and get on her last nerve. She must bring out all her tricks to cater to these ladies. 

Playing Sedalia has been a fun experience for me. I get to be involved with these ladies and actually lose a little of my sharp edge to befriend them. I learn very quickly that despite my regimented way of planning their weddings, I have to go with the flow so I can retain my sanity. A little champagne helps me, too! 

This play will appeal to all, but mostly women who might relate to the situations these ladies go through. It is truly a comedy that will have you quoting the lines as you leave. Oh, and you may have to visit the "ladies room" on your way out!!! Come see us. I know you will enjoy the play and laugh out loud, or at least do a lot of chuckling and smiling!!