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Center Stage
In Eureka Springs, two theater stalwarts know how to draw a crowd.
By Martha-Page Althaus
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show, which features everything
from country and rock ’n’ roll to
Motown and R&B (there are even
singing cowboys).
Each performance begins with a
gospel concert, led by the Good News
Quartet. See for yourself why it’s the
most attended family music event in
Arkansas; shows are held nightly,
March through November.
ureka! You’ve found it!
In Eureka Springs,
live entertainment
takes the stage almost
every night.
The Great Passion Play
On a sprawling open-air stage in the
Ozarks, The Great Passion Play tells
the story of Jesus Christ’s last days on
earth, including his death and resurrection.
From the 175-person cast (plus
Arabian horses, donkeys, birds, and
camels) to the original score performed by the National Philharmonic
Orchestra of London, it’s an impressive
production that runs from May
through October. Nearly eight million
people have seen the show, which
debuted in 1968, making it America’s
No. 1 attended outdoor drama.
Be sure to arrive early to check out
the on-site Sacred Arts Museum, home
to hundreds of religious pieces. There’s
also a Bible Museum on the grounds,
with more than 7,000 Bibles including
an original 1611 King James version
and a page of the Gutenberg Bible.
Pine Mountain Theater
Just a few miles away, Mike and Dale
Bishop of the Pine Mountain Theater
also stage a popular, family-friendly
show. Since 1975, the theater has performed its two-hour variety music
THE GREAT PASSION PlAy
935 Passion Play Road
Eureka Springs, AR
800.882.7529
greatpassionplay.org
PINE MOuNTAIN THEATER
2075 East Van Buren
Eureka Springs, AR
479.253.9156
pinemountaintheater.com
From top: camels
round out the cast,
and the open-air
stage of The Great
Passion Play
PhotoGraPhy by aPoNi
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Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Family-Friendly Vacations
Wine & Dine: The Other Portland
Great Tastes: Benjamin Steakhouse
Wine & Dine: A Crafty Measure
Diversions: Fresh as You Please
Great Tastes: Savor
Great Escapes: Now Resorts & Spas
Adventure: Climbing Mt. Rainier
Travel Feature: Grand Cayman, the Epicure's Island
US Airways: Top Dogs
Special Section: Northwest Arkansas
Golf: Primland, a Course Apart
Special Section: North Carolina High Country
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
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US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
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