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FOREVER PLAID
If tickets are not available online (same day sales) call(310) 929-8129 to confirm available seating for purchase at the door.
All ticket prices include general admission seating ON STAGE.
The Relevant Stage, San Pedro's musical theatre company presents the popular, hit musical comedy starring:
Paul Rorie "Francis"
Allen Oliver "Jinx"
Allan Barstow "Sparky"
Stephen Pu "Smudge
Directed by Kenneth James Taylor
Music Direction by Dr. Jeanette Louise Yaryan
Produced by Ray Buffer
THE RELEVANT STAGE
San Pedro's Musical Theatre Company
visit: www.therelevantstage.com
Challenging Hearts Engaging Minds Exposing Truths
A Non-Profit 501(c)3 Organization | EIN #71-1032382
Warner Grand Theatre | 478 W. 6th Street | San Pedro, CA 90731
Brown Paper Tickets: 1-800-838-3006
August 13 - 12 noon - FREE PREVIEW for Senior Citizens 55+ Only.
August 13 - 8:00PM Opening Night
August 14 - 8:00PM
August 15 - 2:30PM
August 20 - 8:00PM
August 21 - 8:00PM
August 22 - 2:30PM Closing Performance
An affectionate revue of the close-harmony "guy groups" (e.g. The Four Aces, The Four Freshmen) that reached the height of their popularity during the 1950s
Music By Various
Lyrics By Various
Type of Musical: Musical Comedy
Opened: May 20, 1990
Theatre: Steve McGraw's in New York City after engagements at The West Bank Cafe, The American Stage Company and The Wisdom Bridge Theatre
Licensing Agent: Music Theatre International
Synopsis
Once upon a time, there were four guys (Sparky, Smudge, Jinx and Frankie) who loved to sing. They all met in high school, when they joined the Audio Visual Club. Discovering that they shared an affection for music and entertaining, they got together and dreamed of becoming like their idols -- The Four Aces, The Four Lads, The Four Freshmen, The Hi-Lo's and The Crew Cuts. They rehearsedd in the basement of Smudge's family's plumbing supply company. It was here they became Forever Plaid -- a name that connotes the continuation of traditional values, of family, home and harmony. Although Rock 'n' Roll was racing down the fast lane like a candy apple "VETTE", they believed in their music. As their sound developed, they sang at family gatherings, fund raisers and eventually graduated to supermarket openings and proms. They had little time for romance or leisure for they supported their fantasy by holding down "day" jobs. -- Frankie was in dental supplies, Jinx was into auto parts, Smudge was in bathroom fixtures, Sparky was in better dresses. They devoted themselves to their singing at nights and on weekends. Then finally, they landed their first big gig at the Airport Hilton Cocktail Bar-- The Fusel-Lounge (February 9, 1964)
En route to pick up their custom-made Plaid Tuxedoes, they were slammed broadside by a school bus filled with eager Catholic teens. The teens were on their way to witness the Beatles make their US television debut on the Ed Sullivan Show and, miraculously escaped uninjured. The members of Forever Plaid were killed instantly. It is at the moment when their careers and lives ended, that the story of Forever Plaid begins.
Song List
Three Coins In The Fountain
Gotta' Be This Or That
Undecided
Moments To Remember
Crazy 'Bout Ya' Baby
No Not Much
Perfidia
Cry
Sixteen Tons
Chain Gang
Sing To Me Mr. C.
Dream Along With Me
Catch A Falling Star
Kingston Market
Jamaica Farewell
Matilda, Matilda
Heart And Soul
Lady Of Spain
Scotland The Brave
Shangri-La
Rags To Riches
Love Is A Many Splendored Thing
When most of us think of the 1950's we think of Rock 'n' Roll, greasers, hot rods, Elvis, Annet, Fabian, D.A. haircuts and teenage rebellion. But there was a "flipside" to this era -- the side of harmony, innocence and the sincerity of dreams. It is the side that's been lost in the shuffle of progress. It was a time when most parents and kids listened and danced to the same music; when families partook of the ritual of gathering in front of the TV to watch their favorite variety shows like the Ed Sullivan show or the Perry Como Show. It was a time when every family worked hard to fulfill the American Dream.
It was a period when Four-Part Guy groups harmonized their way across the airwaves, jukeboxes, and hi-fi's of the country. Throughout the land they would stand at a quartet of microphones, crooning a multitude of chaperoned prom-goers into dreamy romance.
They wore dinner jackets and bow ties or cardigans and white bucks. Each move was drilled to precision. Each vocal arrangement soared to stratospheric heights of harmony. This sound crested right before Rock 'N' Roll stole the heartbeat of music across the globe.
During this time, guys across the country banded together to sing in the basement for fun. If things worked out they might be hired to sing at weddings, conventions, proms and country club socials. Inspired by the success of the recording stars, they made plans to zoom into careers of fame and fortune. But the musical taste of the USA was changing, and would not stop to listen to their dreams. This is the story of such a group - Forever Plaid.
TICKET INFO:
+ Whale & Ale includes the show, plus a two course meal at Whale & Ale British Restaurant 327 West 7th Street
San Pedro, CA 90731-3323 | Phone ahead for seating: (310)832-0363
+ Nikos includes the show, plus a selection from a special menu at this local Italian eatery and family favorite. 399 West 6th Street, San Pedro CA 90731 | Phone (310)241-1400
+ Chophouse includes the show, plus a two course meal at 7th Street Chophouse 465 West 7th Street, San Pedro, CA 90731-3207 | Phone ahead for seating (310)684-1754
+ Off The Vine includes the show, plus a wine tasting of at least 6 different wines with background information, a great reception for you and your friends. 491 6th Street, Suite 103, San Pedro, CA 90731 | Located across from the Warner Grand Theatre | Call for start time: (310) 831-1551
+ Performer's Circle includes show, plus a tax-deductible donation to The Relevant Stage
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LocationWarner Grand Theatre
478 West 6th Street
San Pedro, CA 90731
United States
Categories
| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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