Published June 08, 2007 07:23 am - MADISON - - Well, those four guys in plaid are at it again, this time at Rabbit Run Theater on Chapel Road. The old barn theater is opening it's summer season with "Forever Plaid," the story of an aspiring group of vocalists that was tragicall ...
Lots of nostalgia with 'Forever Plaid'
Star Beacon
By ROGER SMITH
MADISON - - Well, those four guys in plaid are at it again, this time at Rabbit Run Theater on Chapel Road.
The old barn theater is opening it's summer season with "Forever Plaid," the story of an aspiring group of vocalists that was tragically lost to the music world when they were killed in an accident with a school bus filled with parochial school students.
"Forever Plaid" is the directorial debut of Connor O'Brien, local music talent known around northeast Ohio for his music abilities. O'Brien also sings the role of Sparky in this production. He is joined on stage by Brian Altman as Smudge, Andrew Rothman as Frankie (whose real name is Francis), and Nick Meloro as Jinx.
As the guys proceed through the evening, their particular idiosyncrasies are made known to the audience. The vascular malady of Jinx is particular intriguing, confirmed by the roars of laughter coming from the audience as Meloro stuffs his nose with cotton and serenades the audience.
If you can remember back to 1964, you will certainly understand and enjoy the music you hear emanating from the stage. You will experience the Ed Sullivan Show and the Perry Como theme song. And you will be pleased with the sounds of the past that you hear. This quartet of young men does an outstanding job of harmonizing while trying to remember their "Plaid" choreography that they haven't rehearsed since that fateful night of Feb. 9, 1964.
The musicians are supported on stage by Brian Dorr on bass and Christopher Chung, pianist. One lucky audience member who can play the top line of "Heart and Soul" on the piano gets to join the group on stage. That could be you! There isn't much to say in the way of costumes except plaid.
Tickets for this enjoyable production may be reserved by phoning the Rabbit Run Theater box office at 440-428-7092. "Forever Plaid" runs today through Sunday and next weekend as well. An extra performance has been added for Thursday. Curtain time is 8 p.m.
MACHINERY & TOOLS SAFES- Large & small, Forklifts, extra forks, Pallet Jacks, air compressors, (1-20HP), complete torch sets, welding gass...>MORE
CARPET & MATTRESS SALE Carpet with pad installation $12.77 yd. FACTORY DIRECT Mattress sets $100 & up. BARTER HOUSE (440)964-7770...>MORE
SEASONED FIREWOOD FOR SALE Mixed Hardwoods. Cut & split approx 16” $225.00 cord (+) or Slab wood, cut $150.00 cord(+). Delivered within 15 miles of...>MORE
Hayward pump (1-1/2 hp) & D.E. Filter for swimming pool, misc. pool access. $300 obo. 576-1585...>MORE
WANTED TO BUY Immediate Cash for unwanted items. Call for details 440-319-4274...>MORE
Cemetery Lots 2-lots Garden of Christus, Greenlawn. $400/both. 440-391-3795...>MORE
Geneva on the Lake Apartment GOTL near to Twp Park 1 & 2 BR, util. pd, sec. no pets. (440)466-3332...>MORE
Apartments for Rent Nice 1 or 2BR apt. Buckeye or Lakeside, carpet, refrig/stove, pay only electric. No pets. $435/mo-$505+sec. 998-2332 or ...>MORE
Geneva Unfurnished Apartments Geneva apts. 1BR & Eff. avail. Move in specials. Water/sewer/ trash incl. All elec. (440)466-8025...>MORE
Room for Rent Room for rent, util/laundry/ cable incl. Fully furn. $375 (440)789-2140...>MORE
Apartment for Rent 1BR duplex Ashtabula $350/mo (440)417-3616...>MORE
ASHTABULA & CONNEAUT APTS. FOR RENT Ashtabula Free rent Bunker Hill Apartments 2BR starting $480 Call Patrick (440)993-7411 ...>MORE
Apartment for Rent Ashtabula 222 W. 53, 2BR, all utils incl.$550. Also effic. apt, utils incl $350. Call 440-964-7770...>MORE
Apartments & House for Rent 1BR Apt., 2BR Apt. & 3BR House Call Bill K. (440)813-4200...>MORE
PLEASANT VIEW ESTATES, CONNEAUT 1BR suite Maple Ave, Conn, nicely decor, priv patio, quiet area near hospital, on site laundry, spacious parking, stove/...>MORE
Large Townhouse for Rent Large 3BR townhouse LR, DR w/FP, sunporch, full bsmt & gar., Bunkerhill $600/mo+ sec. No pets. 998-2332 or 969-1246 ...>MORE
Print this story
Post to del.icio.us
