501(c)(3) nonprofit

'serving the underserved'

VISION:  PARTNERING WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES

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MEMORIAL DAY COMMUNITY TRIBUTE

honoring & remembering

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One of my best friends asked me recently, why are you focusing so much energy on Memorial Day?   I responded without hesitation that every year around Memorial Day my focus turns to July 28, 1968, the day my roommate, 1stLt Bill Zuehlsdorf, was killed in a helicopter crash in S. Vietnam.  

On that morning just before he died, Bill and I shared a brief moment as we inhaled breakfast before our missions for that day - freeze dried eggs, bacon (from an unknown source) and brown hot water (looked like coffee to me).  Following breakfast, we walked to our squadron’s hangar complex at the Marine Corps Helicopter Air Station just outside of the city of Da Nang, referred to as Marble Mountain, South Vietnam, to prepare for our resupply missions.  After we completed the respective helicopter preflight, we shook hands, saluted each other and each walked to our assigned helicopters.  Bill and his crew took off about 15 minutes ahead of my planned departure time.  As I entered the flight deck and strapped into the seat, my crew chief came running to my open window yelling “A helicopter just crashed, aircraft destroyed.  No survivors”!  I knew immediately it was Bill’s helicopter.  I was shocked, stunned, devastated but our resupply mission was critical and could not be delayed.  There was no time for grief, time for action only, so our aircraft launched returning to the airbase about 10 hours later.  It was long day.  Losing my roommate and the entire flight crew on that day in July 1968 is why Memorial Day causes me to pause every Memorial Day and reflect on why I’m still here and he isn’t.

For the veterans who survived that war, let’s not forget the names on “the wall” and continue to honor their service.  This is why Memorial Day is my time to focus on Memorial Day, remembering and honoring the fallen including my friend Bill.

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MISSION:  The parent organization of the MZP FOUNDATION, "MUZICAL PRODUCTIONS LLC" is a Texas nonprofit corporation empowering underserved local communities and individuals through this non-profit organization, formed exclusively for charitable, literary and educational purposes as defined in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The mission of the Foundation includes providing, educating, and promoting public awareness and interest in songwriting and playwriting through music and theatrical events by creating practical experiences and learning opportunities for the underserved.  

VISION:  The Foundation's vision is to build a “partnership in community service” by working with community and government organizations to create opportunities for live stage practical experiences as performers, songwriters, playwrights as well as leaders and managers within the various aspects of organizing and producing musical and theatrical events for private and/or public venues.

LEGAL STATUS:  The operational business name of this public charity is MZP FOUNDATION (www.mzpfoundation.org) supporting the mission of Muzical Productions LLC, a Texas nonprofit corporation recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) public charity. Donations to the MZP FOUNDATION are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.  Donations and official records are maintained under the official title of Muzical Productions LLC.  EIN: [39-2239838]. 

See our “ABOUT” page at the HOME link for additional information about the MZP Foundation.  Send comments to: contact@muzicalproductions.com  

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The monthly newsletter includes a calendar of events sponsored by the MZP Foundation and also, other entertainment programs and events produced by partners of the Farr Best Theater. The City of Mansfield's Cultural Incubator Program, previously referred to as "Farr Best Partner" is an initiative designed to support local artists and arts organization in the local community to create a place and mentorship in which to grow.... Mansfield is one of the few Cities in the metroplex that has this type of community program sponsored through the Commission for the Arts.

2026 EVENTS/PAST & PRESENT

PAST 2026 EVENTS:

MARCH 14 - SPRINGBREAK MUSICAL SHOWCASE

FUTURE EVENTS IN 2026:

MAY 25 - MEMORIAL DAY - FARR BEST THEATER

NOVEMBER 11 - VETERANS DAY - FARR BEST THEATER

DECEMBER (TBD) - SANTA'S GOING Ai

DECEMBER (TBD) - COUNTRY MUSIC CHRISTMAS SALUTE (LIVE BAND)

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SPONSORSHIPS:  TEXT REX WILLIAMS AT 817.680.4075 AND REQUEST MORE INFORMATION

MORE INFORMATION TO BE POSTED ON THIS SITE'S CALENDAR WHEN AVAILABLE

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MEMORIAL DAY

MEMORIAL DAY

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FARR BEST THEATER, 904 N MAIN STREET, MANSFIELD TX

A MEMORIAL DAY event is planned on 25 May 2026, hosted at the Farr Best Theater in Mansfield by the MZP Foundation, a nonprofit - public charity. This event is organized by local veterans and supported by members of the Fort Worth Songwriters Association. Please consider attending this Memorial Day morning event as the community gathers to remember and honor the memory of our fallen sisters and brothers who paid the ultimate price to ensure the freedoms and privileges we as Americans cherish. This is a FREE event with doors opening at 9:30 AM. The program begins with Posting of the Colors at 10:00 AM followed by a musical tribute of patriotic and traditional songs, historical readings by local veterans, followed at 11:30 AM by a fellowship continental breakfast with coffee, juice and breakfast pastries. Community veterans, their families, friends and neighbors are all encouraged to join with local veterans at this tribute. Please RSVP below to help the organizers in their planning for seating requirements and the brunch fellowship or just text the number of seats requested to (817) 680-4075.

Interested in volunteering to help with community events? Text at the number above or email to: contact@mzpfoundation.org.

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Dec11

Main Street Live - A Musical Showcase

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FARR BEST THEATER, 904 N MAIN STREET, MANSFIELD TX

Rewinding to a time in the history of Mansfield when live music was routinely performed on the stage at the Farr Best Theater in downtown Mansfield. Hopefully, this will be the first of 12 more scheduled Live Musical events planned for 2027. Stay tuned.

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The Site Player, located at the lower lefthand corner of each of our web pages and continuously plays original 2025 1st place winning songs sponsored by the Fort Worth Songwriters Association (FWSA).  Click on the 'Play' triangle to start and/or the 'Pause' button to stop.  On the DEMO ALBUM page, we’ve provided links to a variety of original songs some of which have been studio produced.  The recordings are for demonstration purposes only, but we’ll be pleased to discuss providing you with original copies of the music and lyrics.  The same applies to theatrical scripts (although not yet ready for publication).  All of the songs are copyrighted by the original artist including both the lyrics and music.  The songs listed herein are registered with ASCAP, the American Society of Composers and Publishers.  Call or text at (817) 680-4075 or use the form on our CONTACT page for additional information.  To hear a complete song click the EP Album title and then the individual song title.