My family and I recently had the opportunity to travel back in time. This magic was thanks to RAIN- A Tribute to the Beatles, a show that transports the audience to the past to experience the iconic music and presence of the Beatles.
You're not just watching a show, you are participating in a performance with John, Paul, George, and Ringo. RAIN makes you feel like you are right in the middle of a Beatles concert, listening to them perform songs over the span of their careers. There is no "play" to see, just an excellent selection of hit after hit performed at such a high caliber it's as if the actual Beatles are in front of you playing live. Video screens display clips of real Beatles footage, commercials from the time period (which are hysterical), trivia, and the audience members enjoying the show. There is nothing quite like dancing and singing to great music with your kids and we were up on our feet and enjoying every minute of it!
We were lucky enough to meet the extraordinarily talented cast of RAIN, Steve Landes (John Lennon), Joey Curatolo (Paul McCartney), Joe Bithorn (George Harrison), and Ralph Castelli (Ringo Starr). My teenage son Sam had the chance to ask them a few questions.
We were lucky enough to meet the extraordinarily talented cast of RAIN, Steve Landes (John Lennon), Joey Curatolo (Paul McCartney), Joe Bithorn (George Harrison), and Ralph Castelli (Ringo Starr). My teenage son Sam had the chance to ask them a few questions.
Sam: How long have you been together performing?
Joey: More than 20 years. Our newest member (Steve Landes) has been with us 12 years.
Sam: How long have you been fans of the Beatles?
Joey: We are 1st and 2nd generation fans, I actually saw them perform on the Ed Sullivan Show.
Sam: How are you able to imitate your characters so perfectly?
Joey: We studied them and still study. We really listen, constantly. It's an ongoing process that we tweak and tighten all the time.
Sam: What is your favorite song to perform?
Joe: We love them all and love the audience interaction.
Sam: Which of the Beatles songs has a message that resonates most with you?
Joe: Well, right now "Revolution" because of what is going on in the world today.
Steve: All of the songs have a positive message..peace, love, how regular people can change the world. The messages are just as relevant today as they were back then.
Sam: That's true. I was surprised that some of their music sounded country
Ralph: As the times changed they expanded their repertoire to include something for everyone.
Sam: What advice would you give to someone ( like me) who wanted to pursue a career in music?
Ralph: Be well rounded. Learn and listen to all different types of music.
Sam: Thank you so much for speaking with me, I can't wait to see the show again!
RAIN is a fantastic experience for the whole family! Bring the kids and bring the grandparents, everyone will have a great time! RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles is touring Nationally and showing on Broadway at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre 256 West 47th Street, New York, NY 10036 . For more information or to purchase tickets go to www.raintribute.com
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