Kenny Sexton – MC, Comedy, Keyboard and Vocals
Kenny is the President and Producer of the American Mountain Theater. He manages all facets of the business utilizing his 30 plus years as a certified public accountant and a business entrepreneur. Musically, he started playing piano for Gospel quartets at the age of twelve and has really never stopped. He owned and produced the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down Music Theater in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Kenny is truly at home in his business office or entertaining on the stage at the American Mountain Theater.

Susie Heckel – Vocals, Costumes and Production
Susie, an Elkins native, founded the American Mountain Theater in 2003. She began her musical career at the age of two, traveling with her father and performing at churches and on radio stations in Virginia and West Virginia. Since then, her love of music has grown, along with her accomplishments as an entertainer. She is an RCA recording artist who has performed at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville and a favorite at the Wheeling Jamboree. Local audiences recognize her outstanding talents and contributions to choirs, Christmas productions, and other events throughout the region. She is exceptionally blessed with a show-stopping voice.

Denny Franks – Vocals, Keyboard, MC and Comedy
A veteran Branson performer, Denny is a master musician and vocalist, and serves as American Mountain Theater’s musical director. For the last 12 years, he has performed as part of the Pierce Arrow Show in Branson, Missouri, as a vocalist, MC and keyboard player. Prior to the Pierce Arrow Show, Denny worked with both the Wayne Newton and Roy Clark Shows and also at the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down in Arkansas. He is also a former RCA recording artist as a member of “The Heckels.” Denny called Elkins home for years before his move to the Ozarks’ Music Scene in 1989 and he is excited to be home in West Virginia.

Beverly Sexton – Vocals, Writer and Production
Beverly is the third member who made up the RCA recording trio, “The Heckels,” and she also had a solo RCA recording contract. She has years of show experience including the Johnny Russell Show, the Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down, the Carolina Opry and Lee Mace’s Ozark Opry. She adds her magnificent voice and writing talents to the Gospel portion of the American Mountain Theater show. She has written over 150 Gospel songs of which several have been top ten radio singles for other artists. One of her songs was featured on a Bill Gaither video and television show. Her God-given vocal abilities are a gift which is noticed the moment she begins to sing.

Jeremiah Franks - Vocals, Comedy and Acoustic Guitar
Jeremiah Franks, an Elkins native, is a bright new star on the music scene. This 24-year-old has seemingly unlimited energy and spirit to go along with his vocal and musical talents. His unusual comedy antics along with his abilities, which are showcased during the comic impersonations, make him a favorite of all AMT audiences. At times, the stage seems hardly spacious enough to contain him.

Joel Franks – Drums and Vocals
Joel Franks, brother to Jeremiah, spent time performing on the Branson, Missouri music scene. In addition to being a monster drummer, he is a fantastic lead singer and harmony vocalist. He has the unique ability to impersonate singers as diverse as Frank Sinatra and Louie Armstrong. His perfect tempo keeps the band right on track.

Ishah Marie – Vocals and Dance
Ishah Marie is from Nacogdoches, Texas. She charms the crowd with her beauty, musical and dancing talents. She also worked in Branson at both the Andy Williams Theater and The Legends In Concert Show. She stays busy during AMT’s comic impersonations and does a great cover of Tina Turner.

Mark Hamrick – Lead Guitar and Vocals
Mark does an unbelievable job on lead guitar for AMT and is also a terrific vocalist. He does a spectacular Roy Orbison tribute and his guitar instrument feature is one you simply can’t miss. Mark resides in Buckhannon, WV and is a music professor at West Virginia Wesleyan College.

Seth Maynard – Bass Guitar and Vocals
Seth is a multi-talented musician who, in addition to doing a marvelous job on the bass guitar, also plays lead guitar, acoustic and keyboards. He studied music at Berkeley College and is an adjunct music professor at Davis and Elkins College. He owns and operates Lone Wolf Recording Studio in Elkins. AMT is proud to call him a cast member.

William “Pee Wee” Heckel – Harmonica and Comedy
Pee Wee has entertained folks across the country for 50 years. To AMT, he brings the sounds of his harmonica and comedy talent to the show. He is father to some of the AMT cast, grandfather to others, and a friend to all those he comes in contact with. He has certainly put his signature on the beautiful music of West Virginia. Some of his signature handcrafted items can also be found in the gift shop.

Matthew Scott – Sound and Lights
Matthew does an excellent job running the magnificent digital sound and lighting systems in the American Mountain Theater. He keeps everything in proper balance for a wonderfully enjoyable show. Matt also works in AMT’s box office.

Jerry Teter – Spot Light and Utility
Jerry Teter is AMT’s utility man and jack-of-all-trades. In addition to running the spotlight for all the shows, he also works in the box office, in concessions and as a greeter and usher. Jerry’s mechanical abilities make him a priceless member of the AMT staff.