The Danville comedy group began in 2006 with it’s signature show, The Dan River Follies. D’ Funny Bizness is all about making people laugh, whether it’s singing, dancing, acting, or waving at cars on Piney Forest Road, the group loves to entertain. The cast uses everything from Duck Tape to Vanity plates to show audiences that the world in which we live is indeed a very funny place. The show has a style of rapid fire comedy that is accompanied with sensational visuals, live music and vocal arrangements. It’s a “red carpet” family affair (no profanity, ethnic, or lifestyle jokes) with all the trimmings (complimentary hors D’ourves and beverages). The only thing that patrons have to do is sit back and enjoy the roller coaster ride to Laughterville.
	Jessie Barksdale Founder/Director Jessie’s music career began in church where he sang in the youth choir and male chorus. He is a retired Federal employee, pilot, musician, and gentleman farmer. He writes music/lyrics, and sings and plays the electric bass guitar in the show. Jessie lived in Anchorage, Alaska for almost 20 years, and was a member of the infamous Whale Fat Follies, cast. The Alaska shows were performed at Mr. Whitekeys’ Fly-By-Nightclub.
	Sharon Slayton Pianist/Vocalist Sharon has been in the business of music for many years. Her music career began in the church (like most musicians in the area), and it remains a part of her life to this day. After years of teaching piano, Sharon realized that continuing her education was the key to another life and now works a Human Resources Representative and Occupational Nurse in the Ringgold area. According to Sharon, “Music is wonderful! It’s a great tool for keeping your sanity. Mix it with humor and you have a great recipe for keeping on the sunny-side or close to the shade.”
	Jane Reid Not only has Jane had roles on stage, she has worked with The Little Theatre of Danville, Inc. organization as a board member, president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. Most recently, Danville audiences will remember Jane in the role of “Gabrielle” in The Dinner Party. She has also lent her talent to a great number of roles for The Little Theatre of Danville, Inc., including “Agnes” in The Four Poster, “Diana” in London Suite, “Doris” in Same Time Next Year, “Vera” in Smoke on the Mountain, and “Jacqueline” in Don’t Dress for Dinner. Jane has also worked with the Averett University players in the roles of “Erronius” in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, “Juanita” in Come Back to the Five and Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean, and “Mrs. Zuckerman” in Charlotte’s Web. Jane was also the director for the recent Little Theatre production of Over The River and Through The Woods.
	Margaret Ford Margaret is as resident of Chatham, VA (Spring Garden area). She is an avid gardener and loves to sing, dance, and share the spotlight. Her earliest stage experience was in high school where she participated in talent shows and dance recitals. She sings regularly in her church choir.
	Judy Williams Judy is a retired elementary principal of Danville Public Schools. She has been involved in drama, dance, and singing for a number of years. As an educator, she has directed numerous plays and appeared in several school and church productions. For ten years, Judy was the host of Danville Public Schools’ news magazine, “Chalk Talk” that appeared weekly on Adelphia cablevision network.