“We got married in a fever, hotter than a pepper sprout; we’ve been talking about Jackson, ever since the fire went out. I’m going to Jackson.”
Most fans of country music can easily recall these famous lyrics sung by the legendary Johnny Cash and June Carter in their signature hit Jackson, a Grammy winner for the duo back in 1968.
Of course, Cash and Carter scored other notable hits including, Daddy Sang Bass, Help Me Make It Through the Night and It Ain’t Me Babe amongst many other audience favourites.
On March 5 at 8pm, the music and lives of Johnny Cash and June Carter will be celebrated at the Harriston Town Hall Theatre in a new touring show entitled Johnny and June: Together Again.
The performance features top-caliber tribute artists Jim Yorfido and his real-life wife, Pam, in the title roles. Yorfido is best known for his starring role in The Sun Records Story, the official, international touring show of the legendary Memphis-based record label that launched the career of the “man in black.”
Sun Records was the home base for many of Cash’s best known hits including I Walk the Line, Folsom Prison Blues and Get Rhythm. Yorfido has won rave reviews across North America for his portrayal of Johnny Cash, which captures both the look and incredible baritone voice of the man himself.
“This professionally-scripted show mixes witty and humorous dialogue with a fascinating but true story, all woven together with great music,” said Yorfido. “When you combine that with the real-life chemistry I have with my spunky wife Pam, it’s a very entertaining combination.”
In addition to the talented cast, Johnny and June: Together Again prides itself on musical authenticity.
“We’ve spent a lot of time on the details for this show, including vintage wardrobe, vintage musical equipment, including upright slaps bass, note-for-note guitar licks, and every song is performed in the original key,” Pam Yorfido said.
Commenting on what audiences can expect from the show, Pam notes, “Johnny and June is a family-oriented, fully interactive show that will have the audience laughing, crying and clapping along, and I’m truly proud to be associated with such a talented cast and historically authentic show.”
Tickets for the March 5 show are only $20 and can be purchased at Harriston Home Hardware, or by calling the theatre box office at 519-338-2778.
