The Consolations

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  • 2015 Consolations In Concert

    The Consolations “In Concert”
    Two  Nights Only!   September 4th & 5th  Friday & Saturday 8:15 PM

    Admission $25    Pre-show entertainment by
    Chris Crockett 7:15 PM Reservations: 530-265-8686
    Jed Dixon, Andrew Kerr, JR Lewis and Isaias Acosta took
    OBS audiences by storm in 2014  and again this last
    Spring when they appeared as “The Par Four” in our
    blockbuster hit revues Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop and the sequel,
    Par Four at the Masters.   For over a year now, they have
    performed at various local functions as “The
    Consolations,” winning second place in the 2014 Nevada
    County Fair Barbershop Quartet Competition. With a vocal
    style all their own, they return now for two nights only
    as “The Consolations.”  The 90 minute program will
    include some of their signature songs from their various
    public and private appearances.  The vocal blend of this
    quartet is truly superb, and, though many of their
    selections are performed without instrumental
    accompaniment, they will also be joined by keyboardist
    David Blanchard (From Par Four at the Masters).  The
    Consolations In Concert is a “must see” event.

  • The Consolations are on top of doo wop – Paul Cambra

    Are they going to change their name?
    Last year, the aptly-monikered “Consolations” took second place in the Nevada County Fair Barbershop Quartet Competition. But this year, they came in first.
    “During rehearsals for ‘Par Four at the Masters’ we were discussing what we would call ourselves if we went out on our own,” said JR Lewis. “Many comedic replies came up but we all consider ourselves underdogs. None of us are stars; we are more than happy to be runners up.”
    The “Par Four” show was an offshoot of “Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop,” both Off Broadstreet productions featuring the quartet of Lewis, Isaias Acosta, Jed Dixon and Andrew Kerr. They’ve since taken that step out on their own, performing at various functions, both public and private. This weekend, they return to the Off Broadstreet stage for two sold-out shows.
    “Not everybody gets to sing like this with other people,” said Kerr. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience to get into those tight harmonies with other guys that can really sing. When we get up there and do it correctly, it caresses my soul.”
    For Kerr, the more challenging the song, the better. They’ll do four-part harmonies, doo wop and barbershop. Everything from “Stand by Me” to “Coney Island Baby,” a little Beatles, some Beach Boys and, of course, the Four Seasons. And while these far-from-Jersey Boys will perform a good deal without instrumental accompaniment, they will be joined by keyboardist David Blanchard for a portion of the show.…

     

    The Consolations are on top of doo wop
    By: Paul Cambra, of the Auburn Journal

  • An Evening With The Consolations

    We are again teaming up with Off Broadstreet Theater in Nevada City to bring you a two night only concert.

    Fun for all ages, we are bringing you old favorites and some new arrangements we’ve been working on.

     

    When: Sept 4th and 5th

    Where: Off Broadstreet Theater

    Tickets: Off Broadstreet Theater / 530-265-8686

  • Deer Creek Tribute Trail Fundraiser

    Come join The Consolations and support a local cause.

    Event Flyer

     

    When: Jun 14th 4:00

    Where: Private Residence in Nevada City

    Live Auction, Appetizers, Drinks, and US!

  • Off Broadway…

    Wonderful show…so entertaining and talented…would love to see more of them!

     

  • ‘Par Four in Concert – Press Release

    The Par Four
    “In Concert”

                       Jed Dixon, Andrew Kerr, JR Lewis and Isaias Acosta took OBS audiences by storm last Spring when they appeared as “The Par Four” in our blockbuster hit review Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop.   They return now for two nights only as “The Par Four” as well as their new identity, “The Consolations.”  The 90 minute program will include some of their signature songs from last Spring, including Money, Honey, Cry, Zombie Jamboree, This Magic Moment, Man Smart Woman Smarter, Soul and Inspiration and Dance With Me.  New songs include Rockin’ Robin, The Lion Sleeps Tonight, Who Put The Bomp, Saw Her Standing There, Na Na Hey Hey and a host of others.  The vocal blend of this quartet is truly superb.  Keyboard accompaniment is provided by Katie Baker.  The Par Four In Concert is a “must see” event.


    Two Nights Only!
    October 24th & 25th
    Friday & Saturday 8:15 PM
    Admission $25

    Pre-show entertainment by Chris Crockett 6:15 Thur & 7:15 PM Fri & Sat
    Reservations: 530-265-8686

  • ‘Par Four in concert’ – one weekend only

    Coming up is a two night only ‘Par Four in Concert’ show at Off Broadstreet Theater, Oct 24th, and Oct 25th.

    *** It’s official, we are SOLD OUT for the Oct 24th and 25th shows. We are, however, extending for one additional night Sat, Nov 1st. If you’re at all interested in this show, now is the time to get your reservations. ***

    See your favorite bumbling idiots.. err barbershop/doo-wop quartet, singing your favorites at Nevada Citys Off Broadstreet Theater.

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  • We in Nevada County who love live theater are lucky… -Judi K.

    I have seen all four of these gentlemen in person many many times over the years, at Off Broadstreet and in Sierra Stages productions.  Individually, they are each wonderfully talented.  But………..put them together as a group as they were in “Doo Wop”, and they are spectacular!!!  Their harmonies are spot on, their charm and charisma are infectious, and their sense of humor and timing are perfect.  We in Nevada County who love live theater are incredibly lucky to have these 4 guys living here and willing to share their talents with us.  I am excited to see what the future holds for them.

    -Judi K.

  • Don’t miss ‘Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop’

    I just saw Off Broadstreet’s latest musical, “Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop.” It is the best show I’ve seen at Off Broadstreet, and I’ve seen a lot of them. Three friends who also saw the performance concur.

    The show has a cute premise and a lot of funny lines, but what makes the show so outstanding are the four performers — Jed Dixon, Isaias Acosta, JR Lewis and Andrew Kerr. All have great voices, appealing personas and vibrant energy, and because their voices fit so well together, their harmonies are gorgeous. The very familiar songs — such as “Love Potion #9,” “Poison Ivy” and “Vaya Con Dios,” allow their vocal and acting abilities to shine. The crowd roared its approval after each tune because all were so well done.

    Each man has an opportunity to both solo and harmonize. Some of the songs are sung a cappella; Katie Baker’s excellent accompaniment on keyboard backs many tunes. We all laughed and laughed; many of the dance moves, commentary and facial expressions are very humorous, creating an evening of delicious song and comedy. Do not miss this show! You will walk out of the theater with a very broad smile and a happy disposition.

    Hindi Greenberg

  • Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop held over – New vocal group takes area by storm

            Move over, Jersey Boys, “The Par Four” have utterly captivated local
    audiences in Off Broadstreet’s latest musical offering, “Doo-Wop
    Shoo-Bop,” currently enjoying an extended run at the Nevada City cabaret
    theatre.  “In our twenty-five years in business, we’ve never seen
    anything like this,” says the group’s creator, Off Broadstreet owner John
    Driscoll.  “We’ve had to extend the run of the show twice.”  Playing to
    consistently sold-out houses, Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop was to have closed on June
    21st but is now scheduled to continue Fridays and Saturdays through July
    5th.

            The new quartet’s huge success is due to their uniquely superior vocal
    blend, combined with their engaging individual personalities and the
    vibrant musical arrangements of keyboardist Katie Baker and imaginative
    choreography by both Lyra Dominguez and John Driscoll.  Jed Dixon, JR
    Lewis, Andrew Kerr and Isaias Acosta appear as “Howie,” “Dwayne,” “Mitch”
    and “Carlos,” four doo-wop singing golf caddies at the 1966 US Open in
    San Francisco.

            Says Driscoll, “The audiences are so blown away with the show and the
    talent that they keep asking ‘Where are these guys playing next?’” After
    “Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop” closes, The Par Four are planning to make themselves
    available for hire for private events and parties both locally and
    regionally.  Driscoll plans to market the show to other venues and has
    his sights set on the group appearing at next year’s US Open in
    Washington.  There are also plans for the show to return to Off
    Broadstreet in the future, either in its original form or as a sequel.