We, the present cast and crew of the Northwest Arkansas Gridiron, recall with fond hearts the people who shared the Gridiron stage and are no longer with us: Guy Barnes — 1978–1989 shows Brenda Blagg — 1978-2021 shows Hailey Bonnell — 2004–2005 shows Mike Brown — 1979–1981 shows Dick Clohecy — 1978–1979 shows Norma Conner … More In Memoriam
Steering Committee — Brenda Blagg, Peggy Frizzell, Kathy Hurt, Ron Hurt, Donna Lonchar, Dennis Oneal, Katherine Shurlds, Scott VanLaningham and Donna Whitaker Emcee — Varnell Lee Intermission Music — Mary Noe Cast and Crew — Daniel Barnes, Dennis Barnes, Guy Barnes, Patti Baymiller, Elsa Beneke, Brenda Blagg, Philip Bruce, Mike Brown, Marie Clinton, Dick Clohecy, … More 1979 Cast and Crew
Planning Committee — Brenda Blagg, Dave Edmark, Peggy Frizzell, Kathy Hurt, Ron Hurt, Kathy Mandrell, Elena Odio, Suzy Perkins, Scott VanLaningham Emcee — Harry Marsh Piano — Nova Teeter Technical Director — Libby Rhodes Cast and Crew — Charlie Alison, Guy Barnes, Brenda Blagg, Philip Bruce, Clay Carithers, Dick Clohecy, Don Cowan, Glynda Duncan, Dave … More 1978 Cast and Crew
The Northwest Arkansas Gridiron first hit the stage — well, “stage” might be too grand a term; how about raised “sheep-auction platform” — of the Rodeo Community Center Building in Springdale on March 24, 1978. The theme was “Close Encounters of the Fourth Estate.” Here’s the lineup. Act 1 “We’re On Our Way” ♫ Cast … More 1978 Program