What the Alhambra audience and just about everyone needs right now is a reason
to sing and laugh. So is the idea behind opening “Smoke on the Mountain”,
and its long catalogue of gospel-feeling music sung by the cast as the
fictional Sanders Family, an offbeat troupe of traveling singers.“Smoke on the Mountain” tells the story of a Saturday Night Gospel Sing at a
country church in North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains in 1938. The show features
two dozen rousing bluegrass songs played and sung by the Sanders Family, a
traveling troupe making its return to performing after a five-year
hiatus. The young and enthusiastic Pastor Oglethorpe of the Mount Pleasant
Baptist Church has enlisted the Sanders Family in his efforts to bring this
tiny congregation into “the modern world.” Between songs, each family
member “witnesses,” providing the story of the show.
Though they appear perfect in the eyes of the congregation who wants to be
inspired by their songs, one thing after another goes awry and they reveal
their true, hilariously imperfect selves. By the end of the evening, the
Sanders Family endears themselves to the audience by revealing their weaknesses
and allowing us to share in their triumphs.
The Alhambra will continue its 2021 season with limited seating due to its
policy of strictly adhering to COVID-19 protocols. “Our role in this
community is to provide entertainment and a respite for our family of guests,” said
Smith. “We will always put their experience first, and this is what they
told us they wanted.” With Season Partners having renewed at an even
faster pace than for 2020 and hosting a sold-out season opener
with Singin’ in the Rain, Smith feels reassured in the decisions he and
his team made. “We’re delighted to make the seating work, and even more
delighted that our guests are responding with such love and support.”
Chef DeJuan Roy’s MENU for Smoke on the Mountain features:
First Course: (Choice of One) Kale Salad with shredded
carrots, chopped tomato, orange, Asiago cheese, candied pecan, *GF*
OR Tomato Bisque with pesto crouton.
Second Course: (Choice of One) Pan Seared Trout with
lemon beurre blanc, roasted asparagus, cherry tomatoes, brown rice casserole
*GF* option of Oven-Baked. OR Fried Center-cut Pork Chop with
mushroom gravy, roasted fingerling potatoes, Brussels sprouts. OR Hearty
Beff & Vegetable Pot Pie slow-cooked beef tenderloin tips, gravy,
carrots, celery, potatoes and onions with a flaky pie crust. OR Roasted
Vegetable Pot Pie vegetable gravy, red and green bell peppers, squash,
onions, carrots, celery, zucchini and potatoes with a flaky pie crust.
Third Course: (Choice of One) Lemon Pound Cake with
mixed berry compote OR Cherry Cobbler.
“Smoke on the Mountain”
DATES:
March 25 — April
25, 2021
SHOW TIMES: discussed with ticket
sales
DRESS: “Business Casual”, or “Sunday
Best”.
TICKETS: Prices range from $45 – $68 per person. Ticket prices include: a plated three-course
meal that changes for each show, and is served directly to your table; a
Broadway-style performance and complimentary parking. Tickets may be purchases on
line, or by calling (904) 641-1212.
**Prices do NOT include gratuity,
professional photos, nor orders from the bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
