The St. Jacobs Country Playhouse will present Country Legends, a theatrical salute to the outstanding musicians who helped put Nashville on the map.
The show runs July 28 through Aug. 21.
Following its sold-out run in 2009 at the Drayton Festival Theatre and the King’s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene, Country Legends is back, fusing elements of classic country, gospel and bluegrass with comedy and dance.
“Being a country music fan is not a prerequisite to enjoy this show,” said artistic director of Drayton Entertainment Alex Mustakas. “Early country music was early radio and everyone will recognize the songs and the memorable lyrics. Not to mention, the music is simply infectious.”
Conceived, written and directed by Mustakas, Country Legends is a tribute to the artists and the repertoire that ultimately defined country music.
Their personal influence is celebrated in the musical revue that features classic songs by Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Willie Nelson, Conway Twitty, Charley Pride, Merle Haggard, Kenny Rogers, Dolly Parton, Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette, and many more.
Many Drayton Entertainment’s performers are reunited in the revue, including Keith Savage alongside Jayme Armstrong, Karen Coughlin, Trevor Covelli, Liam Flanagan, Carla Giuliani, Paula MacNeil, Chad McNamara, Jack Nicholsen, Bobby Prochaska, Danny Williams, and Heather E. Wilson.
“Country music is more popular than ever,” said Mustakas. “This production gives recognition to those extraordinary artists who pioneered the Grand Ole Opry and who have made such an enormous impact on North American popular culture.”
Tickets may be purchased through the box office at 519-747-7788 or toll free at 1-888-449-4463. For more information visit www.stjacobscountryplayhouse.com.
