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Time is running out to see the 62nd Season of the Trail of the Lonesome Pine!
The Trail of the Lonesome Pine, Virginia’s Official Outdoor Drama, returns to the stage on June 6th and runs through August 9th for its 62nd Annual Season. Situated in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, the Drama is based on the best-selling novel written by local author John Fox, Jr. and tells the story of how coal brought new life to the Appalachian region over a century ago. At the heart of the story, burns the feud between the Tollivers and the Falins, two rival factions who are sworn enemies from decades past. With music, dance, and passionate performances, “The Trail” is known far and wide for its heart-felt romance between a young mountain girl and an engineer who comes to the region in search of coal. Don’t miss your chance to see this incredible show every Thursday, Friday & Saturday night this summer, beginning at 7:30 PM!
SHOWTIMES
Thursday, Friday & Saturday
June 6 – Aug 9
Gates open at 6:30 PM
Show Begins Promptly at 7:30 PM
Advance Tickets are available for purchase at Eventbrite.com. Any remaining seats will be available for purchase at the box office on the day of performance.
TICKET PRICES
VIP (backstage pass & early admission) – $25
General Admission – $15
Children (Age 6 – 12) – $10
Seniors (Age 60+) – $10
Military (ID Required) – $10
Pre-Show Only – $5
Children under 6 – Free
July 18th:
Tommy Bright III
Tommy is a recent graduate of Eastside High School and has been a member of the Trail of the Lonesome Pine for the last two years. He is a member of the resident house band and loves playing music regardless of what instrument he finds himself holding or genre the song finds itself.
July 19th:
Momma Molasses
“Dusty vocals and traditional country storytelling showcase a talent for making new music sound vintage”
– – Mother Church Pew
With her stirring voice, rowdy sense of humor, & unique finger picking guitar style Momma Molasses blends together Traditional Country, Western Swing, Folk, Piedmont Blues, Bluegrass, and Old-Time music into a uniquely timeless sound. She has been likened by listeners to female greats such as; Patsy Cline, “Mother” Maybelle Carter, Loretta Lynn, and has also been deemed by fans as “A Postmodern Minnie Pearl”
Momma Molasses was born & raised in Carthage, North Carolina where part of her family has lived for over 8 generations; she also has family roots in the West Virginian coal mines, & the East Texas. She is currently based at the “Birthplace of Country Music ” Bristol, TN/VA; where she works for The Birthplace of Country Music Museum as an assistant producer & stage manager for Radio Bristol; a living exhibit focused on bringing the roots back to country music radio. She also recently released a new album “Take Me to the Country” which was recorded at Classic Recording in Bristol, VA.
Growing up she learned to play classic country from her Uncle; while singing gospel music in church, & frequenting local bluegrass jams. She was raised by two ex-hippies turned medical workers who dedicated their lives to rural medicine & valuing people over profit. After a string of hard luck she started touring, and camping on mountain sides, crashing in an old Ford Windstar van named Janis; booking at local breweries, & any hole-in-the-walls that would have her, mostly in Southern Appalachia. She has since played at several festivals, historical theaters, and has opened for many nationally touring acts.