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Red Cherry Alley Celebrates Three Years with Final Secret Songs Series Event at Fort Cinema

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By Dangerous Doug Harper
For With Doug TV and Lunch With Doug

Some ideas start small and never grow beyond a conversation. Others take on a life of their own.

Three years ago, Red Cherry Alley began as a creative experiment centered around songwriting, storytelling, and bringing musicians together in a unique and meaningful way. Since then, the project has produced unforgettable performances, introduced audiences to talented regional artists, and created a space where original music could thrive.

Now it's time to celebrate that journey.

On Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Red Cherry Alley and the Secret Songs Series will present a special event at the Fort Cinema in Fort Scott, Kansas.

The afternoon will begin with the screening of a short film written, directed, and starring local filmmaker Shawn Eric Jones. Audience members will also get to see a short documentary exploring the story of Red Cherry Alley and the impact the project has had over the last three years.

Then something special happens.

The movie ends, the lights come up, and the theater transforms into a songwriter's stage.

Performing during the event will be:

  • Dangerous Doug Harper
  • Matthew Schmitt
  • Matthew Harper
  • A.M. Jamison
  • Jeremy Wiltse
  • David Byerly
  • Lucas and Shelby Corbin

Each performer will share two songs in an intimate songwriter-round style setting, giving attendees a chance to hear some of the area's finest original music. A brief intermission will be held midway through the program.

Best of all, admission is completely free.

Attendees are encouraged to purchase concessions during the event as a way to support the Fort Cinema and help ensure this community treasure continues serving the region for years to come.

More Than a Show

This event is more than another concert.

It is a celebration of three years of Red Cherry Alley and the culmination of the Secret Songs Series as we've come to know it.

For those who have attended previous events, this gathering offers a chance to reconnect with friends, artists, and fellow music lovers. For those who have never attended, it may be the perfect introduction.

In many ways, this event answers the question I've heard countless times over the years:

"What exactly is Red Cherry Alley?"

The answer isn't something that can be easily explained. It's something best experienced.

Looking Ahead to 2027

While this marks the final Secret Songs Series event and the last Red Cherry Alley gathering for a while, this is not the end.

Plans are already underway for Red Cherry Alley to return in 2027 with a fresh approach and some exciting new ideas. Details will be announced when the time is right, but fans can rest assured that the spirit of the project will continue.

At the same time, I'll be stepping back from promoting live music events beyond my own performances during the first quarter of 2027.

Instead, much of my attention will be focused on the rapidly growing With Doug TV media machine, which continues to expand in ways I never imagined. Along with several other creative projects currently in development, the coming year promises to be an exciting new chapter.

But before any of that begins, there's one more afternoon to celebrate what we've built together.

Event Information

Red Cherry Alley: The Final Secret Songs Series Event

📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕑 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
📍 Fort Cinema, Fort Scott, Kansas
🎟️ Free Admission

Please support the Fort Cinema by purchasing concessions during the event.

If you've been with us from the beginning, thank you.

If you've never attended a Red Cherry Alley event, this is your opportunity.

Come watch the film. Hear the songs. Celebrate three years of Red Cherry Alley.

And help us close this chapter together.

See you at the Fort Cinema.

— Dangerous Doug Harper
Red Cherry Alley • Lunch With Doug • With Doug TV

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