Bradley Theatre presents "Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn"

Peoria, Illinois...September 3, 2003... The Bradley University Theatre production of "Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" will open on September 11 in the Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts on the Bradley campus.

The fun never stops in this rip-roaring musical adventure down the mighty Mississippi, as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim, a slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River. Their adventures along the way are hilarious, suspenseful and heart warming, bringing to life favorite characters from Mark Twain's timeless novel-the Widow Douglas; the uproarious King and Duke; and Huck's partner in crime, Tom Sawyer. Propelled by an award-winning score by Roger Miller, this jaunty journey provides a brilliantly theatrical celebration of pure Americana.

"Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" show times are 8 p.m. on September 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, and 20. Matinee performances will be given on September 14 and 21 at 2:30 p.m. All performances will be held in the Meyer Jacobs Theatre in the Hartmann Center for the Performing Arts located on the corner of St. James and Elmwood Streets.

Single tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for faculty/staff and seniors, and $7 for students and are available by calling the Cultural Events Box Office at (309) 677-2650. Season tickets are also available starting at $39 for adults.