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PLAID
TIDINGS
NOVEMBER 12 - DECEMBER 26, 2015
THE
OFF BROADWAY PALM THEATRE PRESENTS
“PLAID
TIDINGS!”
Reviewer note: Please recognize the amount of songs, lyrics, harmonies
and choreography is being presented to you and how the guys'
actions, songs and humor are all flawless.. a major amount of brain cells and
memory for movement, etc are being used .. really
Frankie, Sparky, Jinx and Smudge have returned to Earth for another performance and a phone call from Rosemary Clooney lets them know they are needed to bring some holiday cheer and harmony into a harsh world. You’ll hear hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s along with traditional holiday songs you know and love such as Let It Snow, Jingle Bells and Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas. Added among the holiday hits are their version of The Ed Sullivan Show (this time featuring the Rockettes, the Chipmunks and The Vienna Boys Choir) and a Plaid Caribbean Christmas which puts the “Day-O” in Excelsis!
Join us for some heavenly entertainment with Plaid Tidings playing at The Off Broadway Palm Theatre now through December 26, 2015. The Off Broadway Palm Theatre is an intimate 100-seat theatre, located in the main lobby of Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre. With no seat further than 25 feet away from the stage, you become part of the show. Performances are Wednesday through Sunday evenings with selected matinees. Ticket prices range from $33 - $53 with group discounts available for parties of 20 or more. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting www.BroadwayPalm.com or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.
My review:
I want you to hear the harmonies of yesteryear (sounds like
the intro to the LONE RANGER, doesn't it? LOL) but this was the
amazing music I grew up with .. I loved it.. I LOVE this show! Just
give a short listen then come back to me quickly. I'll wait here..
(tapping foot and checking out my cuticles) tap tap tap..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ps45GeBMt7w
Four Freshmen/Blue world
Ok,
back? Hope so. There are many Forever Plaid and Plaid
Tidings shows on youtube, which is a very teensy and, sadly,
weensy consolation if you miss this live 3-D, WITHOUT THE NEED FOR
THE RED AND BLUE GLASSES AND NO EXTRA CHARGE performance. Yeah, you
MUST go see OUR GUYS in action here in Fort Myers. You'll so love the
comedy, four-part incredible (not seen in 30 years anywhere, any
more, any how) harmonies. And stage moves.
Smudge,
portrayed gloriously by Adam Clough, is
the one usually out of step, but then I remember my dad telling me
that when he was in the Service, they'd be marching and the Drill
Instructor would shout out, “Everyone but Shanklin, Change step!”..
so, good thing there aren't any girls in the cast, especially if any
directorial eyes had been cast at me.. I'd have been Smudge on
Steroids to the 2nd power.. yup, that bad. (I have a great
beat, it's just hard to dance to it..)
The
other amazing guys in the show: Austin Riley
Green, formerly playing Jean val Jean in Les
Miserables, of course, Adam Clough, previously
playing Javert, JVJ's mean antagonist in Les Miz,
and Joe Ogren, previously
playing Willard in Foot Loose (and also my baby step brother,
both of us red-heads.. his more natural than mine.. and both of us
having the same birthday) and Tim Russel,
whom I met for the first time last night (Hi, Tim!), who also rocks it!.
Every one of them a total Cutie Patootie and lovely eye candy!
Thanks, guys.
This
was a totally mind-blowing performance for me to witness. Having seen
both Austin and Adam
as fearful and very serious antagonists in Les Miz to become
expert jokesters in Plaid Tidings.And what a TREAT! Doing
moves no French revolutionists would have .. could have.. made.
I
have to also give Super Props to the Director, Victor
Legaretta ('Vic Legs' if he'd decided to be a mobster instead of
a darn wonderful singer, dancer, director.. yup, no time to be a
Gangsta here!). I love anything he has his finger, mind, throat or
dancing shoes in. Another triumph for this talents, this Production.
Go, Vic!
And
to the musicians who provide the wonderful accompaniment through the
entire show, Chris Russell on piano and
for this night, the adorable Peter Kolter, on
stand-up base. Who plays that any more and with such skill? Ok, my
short list includes Peter!
Yes,
this show needs to have young people in attendance in the audience,
just to show them what they are missing in their music today. And I
say this for nearly every performance at The Broadway Palm Dinner
Theatre. This is truly entertainment that needs to be carried on
in the eyes of the youth. We OLDER folk all understand and remember
it..The kids? No clue, which is truly so sad.
And
how many shows remind us of The Ed Sullivan Show,that ran for 23
years, but they hit all the highlights in 3:11 minutes! Sooo funny!
And factual! And FAST!! We hopped into that way back machine and back
without a hair on our heads disturbed by the breeze.
Anyhoo..
hustle thine hips to Broadway Palm's fabulous Off-Broadway venue.
Have another delightful chef-prepared wonderful buffet (see menu
below), loosen your belts. Grab a run to the bathroom and settle in
for two hours (there is a 15 minute intermission, though, if needed)
of sheer joy, laughter, a tear or two, many MANY good memories and
fun. Do it today. ~ Bekki
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| After show picture with The Guys.. I had NO idea I was this short, or maybe that they are this tall!!! (thanks for your patience, guys, for letting me be in the pic.. and thanks to Marci, my pal and photographer! Thanks for letting me drag you to all these productions .. I know, dirty job, but SOMEONE has to do it!! LOL) Now.. LET"S EAT!! |
The Delicious Menu!
Chef Carved Beef Sirloin with Horseradish Sauce* - GF
Sliced Pork Loin Served over White Rice and Topped with a Sweet and Sour Glaze - GF
Chicken Bruschetta with Blue Cheese - GF
Almond Crusted White Fish in a Lemon Butter Sauce
Pasta Primavera
Au Gratin Potatoes
Pineapple Casserole
Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Onions - GF
Roasted Acorn Squash - GF
Full Salad Bar With Caesar Salad, Tossed Salad and Assorted Fresh Toppings and Dressings
Rolls and Butter
A Delicious Selection of Composed Salads and Fresh Fruit
Ice Cream Table with Vanilla and No-Sugar-Added Pecan Ice Cream and a variety of toppings
(Sugar-free Chocolate Ice Cream Available Upon Request)Dessert Buffet includes Sugar-free Cheesecake and Assorted Cakes and Pies
* Indicates Evening Only
GF - Indicated Gluten-Free
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