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In honor of the 150th anniversary of the Martin and Willie Handcart Company, the 5th annual Mormon Handcart Pageant will be held on July 26-29, 2006, in Nephi Utah. Performances start nightly at dusk (9:15) and the show will last about two hours. Admission is FREE! Under spotlight, this outdoor event features a cast and crew of over 200 as they portray the struggles, tragedy, and incredible triumph of the Martin and Willie Handcart Companies and their rescuers. Live animals, real wagons, handmade props, a frozen river, and a great deal of faith and hard work have all come together to make this one of the fastest growing pageants of its kind. In just 4 seasons, the pageant has been viewed by almost 50,000 people. Nephi is the perfect place for a pageant of this nature as it is so close to the Wasatch Front, yet also central to the rest of the state. The pageant is ideal for senior citizen groups, youth activities (including youth conference), and family reunions. Come as a stake, ward, quorum, enrichment night, or just come as friends and family. Pre-pageant activities will begin at 6:30 PM and will include a Handcart History Fair, craft show, live entertainment, a pioneer art galley/sale, featuring the artwork of Clark Kelley Price, Julie Rodgers, and many others. The famous Pioneer Supper has become a huge hit, and so has the Chuck-Wagon Concession Stand. All of the food proceeds go directly to support the pageant so come hungry and eat up! More information about all of the events surrounding the pageant, including meal prices and directions to the show, can be found at www.handcartpageant.com or by calling the Pageant Hotline at (435) 623-0196.
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