Story Published:
Jul 14, 2009 at 10:03 PM CST
Story Updated:
Jul 30, 2009 at 6:29 PM CST
"It's simply pure musical fun with an old friend," enthused one who got a sneak-preview in one of the final dress rehearsals.
Music and dance talent abounds in this production, as well as rich backdrops, and the energy level is just out the wazoo.
Do you remember:
"You've got Trouble,
Right here in River City.
Trouble with a capital "T"
And that rhymes with "P" and that stands for pool!"
"..Pick-a-little, talk-a-little, pick-a-little, talk-a-little, cheep cheep cheep, talk a lot pick a little more."
"... Mariane.... madame librarian..."
"...76 trombones lead the big parade..."
This production, under the able direction of Kim Frick-Welker, radiates summer fun; from one end to the other.
The costumes are true vintage down to the finest detail, the set extravagant and the vocals exceptional.
And that was just the rehearsal. A full review will be posted after opening night.
The Music Man is the inaugural show to take the stage in the newly refurbished Cookeville Performing Arts Center and begins their run this weekend.
For reserved seating tickets, contact the box office at 931-528-1313 or on the net it's www.cookeville-tn.org/dramacenter.
Show times are :
July 17-7:30 p.m.
July 18-2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
July 19-2:00 p.m.
July 23-7:30 p.m.
July 24-7:30 p.m.
