October 2025, we were proud to feature Frances Dempsey, a true pioneer in the history of the Spectacular Follies. From the very first planning meetings alongside founder Ned Startzel to her many years performing with the beloved Dallas Tap Dazzlers, Frances has been a...
Our Spotlight on the Stars in September 2025 featured Steve Leach. From his very first audition with Mark Carroll to nearly two decades of music, memories, and backstage adventures, Steve Leach has been a cornerstone of the Spectacular Follies. Known as both “the guy...
Our August 2025 Spotlight on the Stars focused on Pat Housel. For nearly two decades, Pat Housel has been a steady presence in the Spectacular Follies — both on stage and behind the scenes. From her first appearance as a Dallas Tap Dazzler to her many character roles...
Stacy Dominguez still remembers the moment her Follies journey began. “I saw an article in the Dallas Morning News in 2008 about a senior showcase with showgirls. I wasn’t a Highland Park society lady, but something about it stuck with me.” With no stage experience,...
Starting in June 2025, the Spectacular Follies will shine a spotlight on the incredible performers who bring the Spectacular Follies to life—celebrating the talent, stories, and spirit of our beloved cast. From show-stopping numbers to backstage camaraderie, these are...
For several years now, Celebration Magazine has honored the Spectacular Follies by featuring us on their cover before our show in September at the Eisemann Center. Here are a few of those covers from years past. Click on the cover to read the article in Celebration...
By Stacy Allyn Dominguez When we named our show the Spectacular Follies back in 2008, we wanted to conjure up an image in the minds of our audiences before they stepped foot in the theater. The words Spectacular and Follies both bring to mind images that we’ve tried...
By Stacy Allyn Dominguez When you think of the Spectacular Follies, one name stands out more than the others; Mark Carroll, who passed away this week, was the man who started it all. Mark created the Follies in 2008 as a way of promoting talented seniors he knew and...
By Shanon Weaver of Celebration Magazine Spectacular Follies, Spectacular Ladies It’s that time again, friends. The Spectacular Follies descend unto the Eismann Center this September! Let’s meet a couple of its shining stars, shall we? Peggy Chandler is from...
By Stacy Allen Dominguez of The Spectacular Follies Published by Celebration Magazine Aug/Sept 2018 Celebrating 10 Years of Entertainment When the curtain goes up on September 20, The Spectacular Senior Follies will be presenting its special anniversary production,...
