Amargosa

I realized a couple of nights ago that we are 5 hours from the Amargosa Opera House and Hotel. It's been a dream of mine to visit and meet Marta Becket for ten years now, since I first heard of her. So sometime this year, crappy economy, gas prices, and personal finances allowing, we just might make the trip. This is the email I received when I inquired about performances. It's a shame we won't be able to see Marta dance, but the lady deserves a rest. She's been busy her whole life.

Dear Kendal,

Marta's performance season runs from the first Saturday in October thru the second Saturday in May.

She no longer is dancing (she will be 84 years old next month) however, she does what she calls her "Sitting Down" show. During this, she speaks about her life, how she came to live in Death Valley Junction, tells about the murals painted inside the Opera House and then sings original songs of hers. It is about a 45 minute show and is quite entertaining. After the show she sits on stage to give autographs and answer questions.

The tickets are $15 per adult, the doors open at 7:45pm and the show begins at 8:15pm.
If you would be interested or able to make a performance it is suggested that you make reservations as more often than not, her shows sell out. In order to reserve a seat we will need a credit card number, expiration date, cvv code, and a telephone number. It may interest you to stay at the hotel on show night, if so, you would want to book a room in advance (we fill up quickly on show night) and if you are a hotel guest you get preferred seating.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you,
Mary-Lee
Amargosa Opera House & Hotel