The Dolly Show

The season concludes with rhinestones, powerhouse vocals, comedy, and country music as “The Dolly Show” brings the spirit, sound, and sparkle of Dolly Parton to the O’Donnell Center stage.

Backed by a live band, the theatrical concert takes audiences on a journey through six decades of Parton’s greatest songs. The production combines dazzling costumes, storytelling, humor, and audience interaction in a celebration of one of music’s most beloved entertainers.

At the heart of the production is Australian-born performer Kelly O’Brien, who has entertained professionally for more than 25 years. O’Brien began singing country music at age 14 and, two years later, was named South Australian Country Vocalist of the Year and Best New Talent at the Gympie Music Muster, leading to her first recording contract.

O’Brien has been endorsed by members of the Parton family and selected by Dolly Parton Enterprises to serve as Parton’s body double for film. Her voice, mannerisms, warmth, and stage presence have made her one of the world’s most acclaimed Dolly Parton performers.

“Wow! Kelly is fierce as Dolly,” singer Michael Bublé said.

The show will feature Parton favorites including “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “Islands in the Stream,” “Coat of Many Colors,” and “I Will Always Love You.” Parton’s original recording of “I Will Always Love You” twice reached No. 1 on the country charts before Whitney Houston introduced the song to a new generation through the film “The Bodyguard.”

Tickets are available at www.blinn.edu/boxoffice or by calling 979-830-4024.