This past Saturday night we hosted Jack Wright's 'Neil Diamond Superstar' show at the Baker Street Centre (pictured). While the crowd was not large, it was a really fun show. Here's the blurb from his website:
Jack Wright's highly acclaimed national touring production -- NEIL DIAMOND SUPERSTAR brings together the passionate ballads, soaring anthems and high-energy rock ‘n roll that encompass Neil's five decades of superstar performances. Each show is seamlessly woven together with fascinating stories and song explanations, integrated with stunning multimedia imagery that sets this show apart from all others.
I'd say that's a pretty apt description of our evening with his three-piece band. He really does a nice job of helping us relive Neil's songs and career without trying to 'be' Neil himself (though he really does sound like him). Plus Jack, his wife, and the band members were all super nice people! Personally, I had a great time singing along and even learning a thing or two in the process. I'd say everyone went home pleased.
While I wish ticket sales had been higher (50-ish), this was a good night to have a small crowd. Neither of the regular hall managers were able to be there (one was traveling and one sick), and Jane got a text a couple nights before asking if she could sort of "handle things." We are both able to do the ticket counter, tend bar, and clean-up/set-up after the show, and the other volunteers there were all experienced as well. Everything was fine and I don't think anything got broken... all that much.
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