About The Show
Hope in the Heartland
From award winning songwriters, Chris & Diane Machen, comes the exciting new Bluegrass Musical, Hope In The Heartland. With 22 unforgettable new songs and an extraordinary original script, Hope in the Heartland is destined to become your new favorite!
The story will stir you. The dancing will move you, and you’ll be singing these sensational new songs over and over again.
Hope In The Heartland is based on the amazing true story of one young
family’s struggle to survive the hardships of the Great Depression,
and the faith that carried them through. And though it’s set in a bygone era, the story is as fresh as today’s news.
It’s heartfelt, joyful and inspiring.
It’s funny and fast-paced and filled with some of the most unforgettable
characters you’ve ever seen grace the stage.
You’ll laugh! You’ll cry!
You’ll never forget Hope In The Heartland.
You’re going to have the time of your life!
Join us for our January 2024 shows at the Granville Theater!
Book by Chris Machen
Music by Chris and Diane Machen
Produced by Master's Music
Directed by Caren Sharpe-Herbst
Musical Direction by Diane Machen
Choreography by Kelly McCain
Listen to a few audio clips
from the show
Hope in the Heartland - the musical is fully funded by donations and ticket sales. We would love to have you donate any amount toward the production of our show. No amount is too small and all of the proceeds go to hiring crew, band, actors, theater rentals, etc. Your tax deductible donation helps us reach people with this amazing message of HOPE to all who need to hear it!