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A story of friendship and resilience: ‘Steel Magnolias’ opens Feb. 12 

A story of friendship and resilience: ‘Steel Magnolias’ opens Feb. 12 

Burnsville High School Theatre Guild presents “Steel Magnolias” with seven performances in February. 

Directed by Erika Sasseville and Madeline Stuart, the poignant drama centers on the bond a group of women share in a small Louisiana town. The story unfolds at Truvy’s salon – the go-to place for a beauty fix with a side of gossip. Through witty banter, Truvy, Annelle, M’Lynn, Shelby, Clairee and the inimitable Ouiser form friendships as strong as steel. But when tragedy strikes, the friends must lean on each other for strength. 

“‘Steel Magnolias’ is exactly the kind of play I love to give to high school actors,” said Sasseville. “It’s a slice-of-life play that gives young actors a chance to explore themes and emotions that they may not have experienced in their own lives yet, as well as the timeless themes of friendship, family, and love through grief. Our six actors have been working tirelessly since December and they are going to blow audiences away!”

There will be a free preview for senior citizens on Wednesday, Feb. 11. 

Performances run Feb. 12-14 and Feb. 20-21 at 7 p.m., with a 2 p.m. matinee on Feb. 21.

All performances are at the Mraz Center for the Performing Arts at Burnsville High School, 600 E. Hwy 13.

Tickets are $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 students and available at the door or online at https://mrazcenter.ludus.com/select.php.

Did you know? 

Become a BHS Theatre Guild Patron and receive some great rewards all while helping support students deliver amazing shows! 

The Patron Program is an annual program in which patrons receive benefits for 12 months from the date of their donation. Patrons will be listed in the programs for all shows. Additionally, patrons with free show ticket benefits will receive notifications when tickets go on sale with personalized promo codes.

ALUMNI LEVEL: $5-$20

  • Your name and graduation year in the show programs for one year. An inexpensive way for recent graduates to show their support!

THEATRE LEVEL: $5-$99

  • Your name in the show programs for one year.

BRONZE LEVEL: $100-$199

  • Your name in the show programs for one year and 2 free tickets to 1 show of your choice.

SILVER LEVEL: $200-$299

  • Your name in the show programs for one year and 2 free tickets to any 2 shows.

GOLD LEVEL: $300+

  • Your name in the show programs for one year and 2 free tickets to all shows for the season.

The Burnsville High School Theatre Guild Booster Club is a registered 501(c)3 organization and donations are tax deductible.

Become a patron today by visiting https://tinyurl.com/2vs9dxb5.