Railway Museum set for new production [Video]

SAN ANGELO, Texas — The Railway Museum of San Angelo will present “Roses for Santa Rita,” a live play that aims to transport audiences back to the bustling era of the 1923 oil boom, an event that forever changed the landscape of West Texas. 

The production is set to run from April 18-28, capturing the spirit of an age where flappers, dreamers, opportunists and oil field workers converged on San Angelo, drawn by the promise of black gold.

And the museum is inviting community members to play a part. Volunteer opportunities are available for those interested in stepping into the shoes of the era’s colorful characters and bringing this significant chapter of history to life on stage.

“This play is more than a historical recount; it’s a tribute to the enduring stories of …