Broadway in Marion: Bright Star to bring bluegrass and heart to the Walton stage

Tickets are now on sale for Bright Star, a heartwarming tale of love, redemption, and the power of destiny, written and composed by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. 

Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina between the 1920s and 1940s, this bluegrass-infused musical is inspired by true events. The story follows Alice Murphy as she uncovers a long-buried secret that leads to a breathtaking discover and changes her life forever. With soul-stirring melodies and a poignant story, Bright Star is an unforgettable journey of hope and resilience.

Don't miss this toe-tapping, Tony-nominated Broadway musical presented by CSA Theatre compANY on the main stage at the Walton Performing Arts Center Nov. 7-9, 2025. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Nov. 7 and 8, and 2 p.m. Nov. 9. 

The CSA Theatre compANY features performers from around the county who are participating in rigorous pre-professional training in acting and vocal technique, dance, theatrical design and production, and more. When you watch their performances, you may be hard-pressed to believe that the cast is made up entirely students ages 10-18!

Tickets for the performances can be purchased at www.csa-marion.com/tickets or at Marion Community School of the Arts, 305 S. Adams Street, Marion, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays. Tickets will be available at the door beginning one hour before showtime. Ticket prices increase $2 at the door. Doors open for seating 30 minutes before showtime.

And new this year: A season ticket option, more shows for less cost!

For more information, contact CSA at 765-662-6263 or [email protected].

Music, book and story by Steve Martin; Music, lyrics and story by Edie Brickell. Bright Star is presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW). www.theatricalrights.com.