“The show delivers where it counts, which is to say, the hits keep coming.”
-Los Angeles Times
“If you see only one tribute show, see this one….smart and loads of fun.”
-Orange County Register
"If you love the Beatles, then this is the ticket for you!"
- Idaho Stateman
With a script written by Beatlemania original cast member P.M.
Howard, Ticket to Ride takes the
audience back to February 1964, when Americans saw the Beatles for the first
time on the Ed Sullivan Show, playing
IWantto Hold Your Hand.
Progressing through their various musical stages, the audience re-experiences
the psychedelic era of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, the
creation of the haunting Yesterday and the raucous rock and roll of Revolution.
“This is the best tribute of
any band I have seen so far, especially since it was more than just a tribute
band covering songs.”
-El Paiso
“Ticket
to Ride has moments of great hilarity, as well as touching pathos…you can’t
miss this show.”
-La Habra Journal
“…a fusion of theatre and
rock that works in a big way.”
-San GabrielValley News
“Superlative….you’ll jump to your feet and
‘Twist and Shout’”
-The Downey
Patriot
“A must for both young and
old.”
-The Daily Titan
“The show sold better than
any other production in the theatre’s 32 year history…Ticket to Ride is wonderfully produced and sold tickets like
crazy.”
-
Robert Destefano
Board member, La Habra Depot Theatre
Beach Boys musical director, Chris Farmer, has arranged an extraordinary score for a 14 or 28 piece orchestra to accompany the premier Beach Boys tribute band, Surfin' Safari.
Accompanied by the tight harmonies and exceptional musicianship of one of the best tribute bands in the world, Chris Farmer's score of windwoods, strings, brass, harp and percussion is a show that will not be forgotten. This 90 minute show delivers an action packed performance that brings to life the enduring music of the Beach Boys.
We are booking this show now and seeking local orchestras, symphonies, and philharmonics to accompany our Beach Boys band. The band is managed by legendary radio personality Brian Beirne "Mr. Rock N' Roll".
Chris Farmer musically directed the Beach Boys (1995-2007), the Drifters, Jan and Dean and many others.
For over a decade magician John Gabriel has been thrilling audiences with his unique style of magic. Mixing humor and suspense while flawlessly executing illusions with romantic choreography - all performed precisely to a backdrop of compelling music that highlights every mood. NBC hailed John Gabriel as “Magic’s Hottest New Star.”
From his beginnings Gabriel has generated a pop culture in magic by applying shocking new twists to some of the classics in his art. John Gabriel premiered his well known romantic double levitation on NBC, which was hailed as one the greatest illusions of the year. During this illusion, Gabriel levitates himself next to his assistant, who is also suspended 12 feet in the air.
In addition to performing shows to packed houses, including such venues as the Stardust and Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, Gabriel has performed magic in national television commercials for many of the major advertising agencies.In March 2008, the John Gabriel – Magic Redefined show was honored with the prestigious Roar of the Crowd award. His show received the highest audience rating online of all shows playing in Southern California at that time. His web and Myspace sites generate in excess of 125,000 hits per year.
Today, John continues to study the art of magic and devotes countless hours perfecting his craft. Adding different elements to each of his pieces, “There is something for everyone,” he says.
Beyond having fun at what he does, his first priority is to please his audiences. To him, there’s nothing more satisfying then knowing people walk away from his shows amazed and eager to return. John Gabriel believes magic is the universal art and he works hard to make others share his belief. He has put his magic to work in a positive way by raising over $500,000 for charitable organizations.
“My grandfather always taught me to utilize my opportunities in life and to help others as much as I can,” said Gabriel.
John Gabriel delivers a fresh, dazzling and suspenseful show that engages the audience at many levels. With more than 1,000 performances, John has honed his show to become what critics acknowledge to be one of the most spectacular illusion shows in the world.
