Outlaw Trail Theater’s production of ‘Hello, Dolly!’ will dazzle audiences in a few short weeks and while there may be a learning curve for the new folks behind the scenes, the focus isn’t to overhaul the system. “The theme of this year is ‘Traditions’,” shares Outlaw Trail Theater Board President Jay Haslem. “While there is a new Outlaw Trail Theater Board running the amphitheater at Western Park, we wanted to make sure that all who participate know that we are going to continue with the traditions and the legacy of those who have gone before us. When the Arts Council started performing shows at the amphitheater, they started with the idea of doing a great western/locally written show that people would connect with and enjoy a night in the summer breeze. As the years went by and the Arts Council dissolved, the family of Ron and JoEllen Litton continued the task of producing a show every summer for over 20 years. The Littons would involve their kids and friends in the building of sets, making costumes, building props and running lights and sound down to the task of running the ticket booth. They were the lifeblood of this little theater and this is the tradition we want to continue.” Haslem explains that the Outlaw Trail Theater company is continuing as a non-profit organization, now run by a 7 person board. Their focus is to “continue to protect the legacy and continue to improve the facility, hand in hand with Uintah County and provide a venue that families can continue to come and be entertained on our beautiful summer nights that Vernal is so famous for.” Tickets to ‘Hello, Dolly!’ are selling fast. Get yours now at www.outlawtrailtheater.org.
