On Saturday, May 22, at 7 p.m., renowned Elvis tribute artist Stephen Freeman returns for an encore performance at the Mountain Arts Center. After his wildly popular 2009 concert, “The Gospel Side of Elvis,” Freeman went on to win the 2009 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest at Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, N.C., and was a 2009 semifinalist in the Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, Tenn.

While last year’s concert focused on Elvis’ gospel hits, this year’s show will include a wider range of Elvis hits, including “Suspicious Minds,” “That’s All Right,” “Burning Love,” “Devil in Disguise,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Love Me Tender,” “Are You Lonesome Tonight,” “Teddy Bear,” several gospel favorites and many more, backed by a live band and professional backup vocalists under the direction of Dave Kazee.

See an excerpt from his last performance for Jenny Wiley Theatre at the MAC in the spring of 2009 at www.jwtheatre.com

Tickets are available now by calling 877-CALL-JWT (225-5598) and all seating is reserved. VIP Tickets are $35 and include a wine and cheese reception and an opportunity to meet Stephen Freeman before the show. Reception begins at 6 p.m.

Standard show tickets are $23 for adults and seniors pre-reserved and $25 at the door. Youth (under 19) tickets are $15 pre-reserved or $17 at the door. Discounts are available for groups of 15 or more.

For group information and discounts, please call toll free 877-CALL-JWT, (606) 886-9274 locally or email groups@jwtheatre.com.

Jenny Wiley Theatre is a non-profit organization and receives funding from individuals, corporations, Prestonsburg Convention and Visitors Bureau, Paintsville Tourism, the Kentucky Arts Council, and the Kentucky Department of Travel. The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, supports Jenny Wiley Theatre with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.

JWT is governed by the Jenny Wiley Drama Association and all policies apply to all JWT productions regardless of location. Jenny Wiley Drama Association is NOT affiliated with Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, the Kentucky Department of Parks, The Mountain Arts Center or any other organization or performance venue. We do, however, partner with these great organizations to provide a great experience for all our patrons.

Jenny Wiley Theatre’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in Eastern Kentucky by providing professional theatre and exceptional educational opportunities in the performing arts.