Alabama Shakespeare Festival presents Stars in the Park, a free outdoor concert commemorating Independence Day in conjunction with the City of Montgomery’s fireworks display in Wynton M. Blount Cultural Park. The event, free and open to the public, will be held on July 3, 2018, and will begin at 7:00 pm on the grounds in front of the Alabama Shakespeare Festival.

Artistic Director Rick Dildine will be master of ceremonies for an evening of song, inspiration, and commendation. A citywide choir will kick off the event with “The Star-Spangled Banner” and perform patriotic songs throughout the evening. Troy University will recognize the Alabama Educator of the Year, and ASF will honor five Tomorrow Kids (high school students who exemplify the ‘spirit of Annie’ by putting service before self). The cast of Annie will then entertain the audience with several songs from the beloved musical. For a patriotic finale, 50 community members will each read from the Declaration of Independence.

ASF encourages families to bring blankets, chairs, and a picnic for this evening under the stars. No outside alcohol is permitted, but beverages will be available for purchase.

Stars in the Park is made possible with the generous support of the City of Montgomery, Ruth Lee Charitable Trust, and Troy University (sponsor of Alabama Educator of the Year Award), with additional support from partners Alabama Power Company, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Cathy Caddell and Charlie Warnke, Barrie and Laura Harmon, Merrill Lynch, Publix Super Markets Charities, and Vulcan Materials Company.