The Annual OM Show
In 1942, the Association staged its first
annual show. This was an amateur talent show and was the only
show of its kind in the area. It also became a leading community
event in Bristol. In fact, today it remains as the longest
continuously running variety show in the USA. It is also
the organization’s major fund raiser.
The show has continued to evolve over the
years. Three generations of local families have performed in the
show. Children have become a large part of the show in the past
ten years or so. During the past three years, an average of 78
children have performed in the show with an average cast size of
about 180 people.
A typical show today, includes song and
dance numbers with an adult chorus, a children’s chorus, a
teen’s chorus, local dance studio performances and several
solo and duet numbers. The OM’s manage and staff several
committees to make the show happen. These include, Stage &
Scenery, Sound & Lighting, Tickets, Program, Ads, Publicity,
Costumes, Refreshments, Ushers and Cast Dinner.
The OM's are planning for their 64th
Annual OM Show in April 2005, entitled “Let’s Go
To The Movies”.