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Bluegrass Event - One-Man Play "A Life of Sorrow - the Life and Times of Carter Stanley"
2016 will mark the 50th anniversary of the death of Carter Stanley, one of the founding fathers of bluegrass music. It's not often that you get a chance to meet a legend like Stanley. Through the magic of the stage, Gary Reid bring this larger than life icon of the bluegrass world alive again, right in front of your very eyes. "A Life of Sorrow" affords today's audiences a chance to connect with this bluegrass legend as he recounts highlights from his life and career, including childhood days on the family farm, old-time musicians who influenced him, his songwriting, struggles with alcohol, stories from life on the road, and his admiration for Bill Monroe.
"A Life of Sorrow - the Life and Times of Carter Stanley" is the creation of actor Gary Reid. A bluegrass enthusiast and historian for over 40 years, he is regarded as the foremost authority on the music of the Stanley Brothers. His book, The Music of the Stanley Brothers, traces the duo's 20-year recording history. In 2009, Reid conceived the idea of putting together a one-man show about Carter Stanley. He has since appeared in more than 60 productions of this event at regional community theatres, filling the roles of actor, producer, and stage manager. He has also appeared in several short films and commercials. Most recently, he won second place at the Sounds of the Mountains storytelling competition in Fincastle, Virginia, and is the 2015 recipient for the IBMA's Print/Media Person of the Year award. Reid's work with Fred Bartenstein on The Bluegrass Hall of Fame Inductee Biographies book earned a 2015 ARSC Award for Excellence in Historical Recorded Sound Research.
Praise for this performance is widespread including comments from Bruce Nemerov, a contributor to NPR's All Things Considered: "You really inhabit the character... no false, 'theatrical,' distractions. The strength of the show -- and it does have plenty -- is in its intimate, non-theatricality. Really, well done!" And John Lawless of Bluegrass Today had this to say about the performance, "This is a valuable piece of work, taking a gritty, too-real story to a place where bluegrass only rarely goes."
Discounted advance tickets can be purchased online through Brown Paper Tickets. Limited Gold Circle seating is available. Ticket prices at the door are $25 for Gold Circle and $20 for General seating. Show starts at 7 PM, doors open at 6:30 PM. More information about this event is provided through Brown Paper Tickets or call 718-374-1086.
The Cattle Track Arts Compound is a one-of-a-kind artist colony located on the historic Cattle Track property located in north Scottsdale. Headed up by owner and arts maven Janie Ellis, the colony offers art exhibitions, artists' studios and work spaces, a colonial antique gallery, Theater performances, as well as limited-edition fine art books beautifully crafted on an old-fashioned letter press. Come out and spend the day browsing and join us for the evening concert.
This event is brought to you by R&R Productions in conjunction with the Arizona Bluegrass Association (ABA). The ABA is dedicated to creating an awareness of and encouraging participation in the uniquely American musical forms of bluegrass, old-time music, gospel, and traditional instrumental and vocal music. The ABA provides jamming sessions, workshops and other educational opportunities for "pickers" of all skill levels. R&R Productions is promotion agency for bluegrass music events in Arizona and particularly in the Phoenix metro-area. To schedule an event call 718-374-1086 or email James Reams at mailto:james@jamesreams.com.
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LocationCATTLE TRACK ARTS COMPOUND AND THEATER (View)
6105 N CATTLE TRACK ROAD
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85250
United States
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| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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