by mvm9gh | Oct 16, 2014 | pastperformanceinfo
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 & 25thFriday & Saturday 8:15 PMAdmission $25Pre-show entertainment by Chris Crockett 6:15 Thur & 7:15 PM Fri & SatReservations:...
by mvm9gh | Aug 9, 2014 | pastperformanceinfo
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. The Consolations are back as the Par Four, those caddies you love to listen too. Have they finally made it to the big time? Are the making the rounds at the local dives and bars? Find out in this special one weekend only concert, and listen for hints about their possible Par Four world tour! Reserve your tickets now by calling Off Broadstreet at 530-265-8686. And while you’re on the phone, ask about SUDS playing now through August 30th, or Totally Polyester (featuring two of The Consolations), playing Sep. 19th through Oct 18th. We hope to see you at the...
by mvm9gh | Aug 1, 2014 | Reviews
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...
by mvm9gh | Jun 28, 2014 | Reviews
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...
by mvm9gh | Jun 28, 2014 | pastperformanceinfo
Move over, Jersey Boys, “The Par Four” have utterly captivated localaudiences in Off Broadstreet’s latest musical offering, “Doo-WopShoo-Bop,” currently enjoying an extended run at the Nevada City cabarettheatre. “In our twenty-five years in business, we’ve never seenanything like this,” says the group’s creator, Off Broadstreet owner JohnDriscoll. “We’ve had to extend the run of the show twice.” Playing toconsistently sold-out houses, Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop was to have closed on June21st but is now scheduled to continue Fridays and Saturdays through July5th. The new quartet’s huge success is due to their uniquely superior vocalblend, combined with their engaging individual personalities and thevibrant musical arrangements of keyboardist Katie Baker and imaginativechoreography by both Lyra Dominguez and John Driscoll. Jed Dixon, JRLewis, Andrew Kerr and Isaias Acosta appear as “Howie,” “Dwayne,” “Mitch”and “Carlos,” four doo-wop singing golf caddies at the 1966 US Open inSan Francisco. Says Driscoll, “The audiences are so blown away with the show and thetalent that they keep asking ‘Where are these guys playing next?’” After“Doo-Wop Shoo-Bop” closes, The Par Four are planning to make themselvesavailable for hire for private events and parties both locally andregionally. Driscoll plans to market the show to other venues and hashis sights set on the group appearing at next year’s US Open inWashington. There are also plans for the show to return to OffBroadstreet in the future, either in its original form or as a...
