GREATER TUNA to Bring Small Town Texas to Spencer Theater

Award-winning Greater Tuna original co-star and co-creater Jaston Williams brings us this all-new, reimagined multi-act spoof about the small town Texas life of lore. Named a state treasure in Texas, this comedic gem features 3 actors (Ryan H. Bailey, Tim Leavon and Will Mercer), 21 unforgettable characters and 20 million laughs - all under the direction of Williams. Timeless skits with unforgettable characters, Greater Tuna is the place "Where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies."

New to Greater Tuna? Be prepared for a hilarious and irreverent comedy that'll add kicks to your stride forever. The play's various vignettes feature the most eclectic band of Tuna citizens - men, women children and animals alike - all composite characters quite familiar to those who love the great state of Texas. Since its debut in the 90s with creators and stars Jaston Williams and Joe Sears, Greater Tuna has enjoyed worldwide success including extensive engagements on Broadway, at the White House, on Late Night With David Letterman, and as an HBO Special. It's been honored in multiple ways, including induction into the Texas Hall of Fame. Williams' new, updated production with all our favorite familiar faces (i.e. Didi & R.R. Snavely, Vera Carp, Leonard Childers, Yippy....) brings ever more laughs to life.

Catch Greater Tuna on Tuesday, April 11 at 7 p.m. Tickets start at just $39. Visit www.spencertheater.com or call 575.336.4800 for tickets. A pre-show deep fried catfish filet buffet ($20) is also available at 5 p.m.

Next up:

• DREW THOMAS MAGIC - Friday, April 21 at 7 p.m. ($39-$79). This architect of grand illusions and electrifying entertainment uses ordinary objects like power tools and spray paint in fresh, electrifying magic. A finalist on "America's Got Talent," Drew and his crew of angels have entertained more than 100 million+ worldwide, always delivering the impossible and making believers out of skeptics. Pre-show pan roasted airline chicken buffet ($20) at 5 p.m.

• THE NEW MEXICHORDS with special guests Blue Steele - Saturday, May 13 at 2 p.m. ($25-$35). More than 30 men compose this award-winning barbershop chorus and chapter quartets that sing four-part, close-cropped, a capella harmonies including "76 Trombones" and "Love Me, and the World is Mine." These boys are New Mexico true! Pre-show green chile shrimp or chicken pasta ($20) lobby buffet at 12 p.m. (noon).
Sponsored in-part by New Mexico Arts.

The Spencer Theater is at 108 Spencer Road, Airport Highway 220, Alto, NM. Business hours are 9 a.m-5 p.m., Monday through Friday. For tickets or information call (575) 336-4800 or toll free at 888.818.7872. Visit www.spencertheater.com.

Spencer Theater is a world-class performance hall located in Alto, about 12 miles north of midtown Ruidoso. Unique architecture, outstanding acoustics, intimate seating, and excellent artistry are the Spencer's celebrated features. The elegant, award-winning hall, which first raised its curtains in 1997, seats 514, with no seats farther than 67 feet from the 4,770 square-foot stage. From its Spanish mica-flecked limestone face to the crystal lobby, the building itself is a work of art. Free public tours are offered at 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the year.

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