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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Citizen, 2012-10-25, Page 31THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2012. PAGE 31. Ethel hosts season’s final euchre party ‘Beatlemania Revisited’ show coming to Blyth Nobody knows... Citizenreporter Denny Scott, after being outfitted by the Blyth Festival wardrobe department, was handcuffed and shipped off to a maximum security prison (at the Huron East municipal office in Seaforth) last week as part of his donation of time to Crime Stoppers. Const. Jamie Stanley came to The Citizen’s office on Oct. 17 to “arrest” Scott and bring him to Seaforth where he would have to make phone calls and raise money in order to buy his freedom. Luckily, however, he was one of the first to be released, raising over $750 through the jail and bail promotion. (Shawn Loughlin photo) “It’s been a hard day’s night, and I’ve been working like a dog…” Most fans of popular music can easily recall these famous lyrics sung by the legendary John Lennon in the timeless Beatles hit “Hard Day’s Night”, a worldwide chart- topping single for the Liverpool group back in 1964. One of the most commercially-successful and critically-acclaimed acts in music history, The Beatles recordings have sold over one billion units according to the Guinness Book of World Records. Originally formed in 1960, the group developed their musical skills and reputation through extensive live performances that culminated into riotous enthusiasm by screaming fans wherever they went, a phenomenon known as “Beatlemania”. On Saturday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m., the look, sound and excitement of The Beatles live performances will be re-created at the Blyth Memorial Hall with a new, international touring show called “Beatlemania Revisited”. This unique theatrical event features a combination of talented European and North American cast members in the roles of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Leading the cast is the incomparable Yuri Pool, who has been hailed by Beatles promoter Sid Bernstein as “The best McCartney vocalist in the world today”. Ringo Starr will be played by UK native Mark Matthews, now a Canadian citizen and 2010 Juno Award winner, while Rob Kay, best known for his work with Herman’s Hermits stars as George Harrison, and European Colum Henry plays John Lennon to perfection. All songs in “Beatlemania Revisited” are performed “note for note” by the amazing cast members who are further augmented with full costumes, vintage instruments and equipment. The evening focuses on the actual live performances of the Beatles, kicking off with their famous 1964 appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show and includes hit songs from every era of The Beatles’ extensive catalogue. In total, over 30 Beatles songs are featured throughout the evening including “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” “Ticket to Ride” “Yesterday” “Penny Lane” “A Hard Day’s Night” and of course “Hey Jude” amongst the many audience favourites. Colum Henry, who portrays John Lennon, notes “Beatlemania Revisited is a family oriented, audience-interactive performance that will have the audience singing, dancing and clapping along and I’m truly proud to be associated with such a top-calibre cast and historically authentic show.” He also added “The Blyth Memorial Hall is a very intimate venue with excellent acoustics, so it truly gives Beatles fans an opportunity to see and hear this wonderful show at its very best. We’re also looking forward to saying hello to our audience members during a special meet-and- greet with the cast members after the show.” Tickets are $25 / $30 and can be picked up at the theatre box office or ordered by phone. The last euchre party for the season was held on Monday, evening in Ethel. It was hosted by Allan and Dorothy Martin. Winners were: high, John and Iola Subject; second high, Norman Dobson, Judy Hahn, Helen Cullen and Viola Adams; lone hands, Isabelle Bremner, Margaret Peebles, Bill Siemon and Adrian Verstoep; 50/50, Allan Martin and Keith Turnbull. Many tally prizes were won. Many thanks to the dedicated for hosting a euchre and for ones who came out to enjoy the fellowship. 40th Anniversary You are invited to a Come & Go Tea in honour of Bert and Minnie Clarke’s 40th Anniversary Sunday, November 4 2 to 4 pm Atwood United Church John St., Atwood Ph o t o b y : C H E S S - L E E S T U D I O Forthcoming Marriage Steve and Debbie Cook along with Gord and Chris O’Connor are pleased to announce the forthcoming marriage of their children Darcey Alan Cook to Kandace Janina Marjorie O’Connor on October 27, 2012 The wedding will take place in London, Ontario. Happy 90th Birthday Edna McDonald You are invited to an Open House at Clinton United Church Sunday, November 4 2~4 pm Best wishes only HALLOWEEN COSTUME RENTALS for Adults Contact Carol McLachlan 519-522-0703 after 5pm. Sat & Sun. 10am. - 5pm. 22 Nicholson Dr. Egmondville Happy 18th Birthday Dalton Hamilton October 30th Love Mom, Dad & Camden CONGRATULATIONS Jack Straughan and Sam Hewitt For Over 10 Years Service to the North Huron Landfill Sites Paid for privately Entertainment Leisure&