The end of the 19th century saw chamber theater, poetry readings and monodramas all enjoying wide popularity. Theatrical resources were scarce in the Midwest, and in small towns a person with the ability to sing, read or tell stories became a valued asset. Furthermore, a trip to the theater could be considered an immoral frivolity; while elocution or readings were thought to be quite respectable. Schools of elocution flourished as respectable students sought this alternative to “life upon the wicked stage.”  Join us for some of the best-loved tales of the 19th century —and some good old fashioned fun— at the Ushers Ferry Parlour Theatre.

The Parlour Theatre gang returns with the Spring to their home at Ushers Ferry Historic Village. Enjoy an evening of old-fashioned entertainment in the intimate setting of the Ushers Ferry Grange Hall Theatre.

April 19, 2008, 7:00 PM -- Ushers Ferry Grange Hall
Laugh along with classic slapstick comedy of the Silent era as the moving picture show comes to Ushers Ferry.

Popcorn and drinks available for purchase.

Tickets: Call 286-5731 or register online at www.crrec.org

#414601-01 -- Children (14 yrs. and under)   $3

#414601-02 -- Adults   $8

June 28, 2008, 8:00 PM   -- Ushers Ferry Pavilion
Join the cowboys of Wild West Weekend and one of Iowa's great local folk music bands for an old fashioned hoe-down. Shake the dust off your heels with great music and dancing. Don’t worry, we’ll teach you all the steps!

Food and drink will be available for purchase.

Tickets: Coming soon!

August 30, 2008, 7:00 PM --Ushers Ferry Grange Hall

The Parlour Theatre Radio Company is bringing to life one of the great adventure stories of the 19th century.  All we need to say is this book that inspired everything Tom Sawyer ever did!  It is a tale of love, betrayal, escape, and revenge that will sweep your imagination off its feet.  You know what we mean!

Dessert and coffee included

Tickets:  Coming soon!

October 18, 2008, 7:00 PM  -- Ushers Ferry Grange Hall
Spend an hour with the Master of Gothic horror as the Parlour Theatre players summon Edgar Allen Poe from beyond the veil to share a classic collection of spine-chilling tales.

Tickets: Coming Soon!

November 15, 2008, 7:00 PM -- Ushers Ferry Grange Hall

The frost is on the Pumpkin and the fodder's in the shock. Time to sit together, eat some delicious homemade pie, and share some old favorites with good friends. Bring a poem you love along to share.

Tickets: Coming Soon!

2008 Parlour Theatre Brochure and Ticket Order Form  --Coming Soon!
Currently we are only selling tickets to our winter shows.
To order tickets, please call 319-286-5731 or order tickets online at www.crrec.org .

If you have questions about the shows themselves, please feel free to call Ushers Ferry at 319-286-5763.