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Spectacular Follies Presents “A New Attitude!” For 2019

by Stacy Allyn Dominguez

he Spectacular Follies is coming to Dallas to the Eisemann costume you’ve seen in Las Vegas.
Center for Performing Arts in September with another all-
Tnew, all-live variety show featuring the talents of entertainers
who happen to be over the age of 55. The Follies is directed and choreographed by Broadway Tony
Celebrating its 11th year, the Spectacular Follies presents “A winner, Michael Serrecchia. The Follies artistic director, Dee Anne
Meece, has staged many successful shows at the historic Savannah
New Attitude!” running Theatre she and her husband own. Andy Michlin, musical director,
Thursday, September has worked with show business legends such as Tom Jones and
12 through Sunday, Liza Minnelli. For the second year, Jeremy Kondrat will conduct
September 15 with The McKinney Community Band from the orchestra pit. Long time
matinees daily at 2pm and Follies costumer Michael Robinson, who outfits many theatrical
a special Saturday evening groups in the city, will again bring his incredible style to the Follies.
performance on September
14 at 7pm.
Originated in 2008, As a 501(c)(3) charity, the mission of the Spectacular Follies is to
the Spectacular Follies preserve the traditions and legacy of the American performing arts
is a 2-hour musical for future generations, provide community outreach that inspires
extravaganza packed with all age groups, educate by example and reinforce the vibrancy
over 100 professional of seniors by presenting high quality performances with senior
caliber entertainers, entertainers 55 and older. Each cast member lives up to this mission
featuring songs, dances with every performance. In other words, this is not your granny’s
and big stage-filling amateur talent show.
production numbers all
mounted with gorgeous
sets, extravagant costumes The Spectacular Follies tickets are now on sale at the Eisemann
and elaborate lighting. Theater Box Office (www.eisemanncenter.com) or by phone, 972-
The Spectacular Follies 744-4650, ext. 4. Group discounts are available. Visit the website
presents wholesome entertainment for all ages and theater tastes. www.seniorfollies.com for more information on the Follies.
The mix of seniors, middle aged and children in the audience make
the Follies a true family destination that everyone can share together. For additional information, please contact Mary Dowling at 214-
The Spectacular Follies definitely has a ‘New Attitude’ this year. 808-2944, or (dowlingm@sbcglobal.net).
After a decade of being called the Spectacular Senior Follies, the
word ‘senior’ has been dropped from the name. Anyone who has
seen one of the performances can understand why. Although the
energetic cast of professionals may all be of ‘a certain age’, they’ve
all taken a drink from the fountain of youth and the vitality, liveliness
and youthfulness of the many entertainers dispels any thought that
these people are seniors.
The ‘New Attitude’ of the Follies will be highlighted for 2019;
the show will feature several new performance segments, such
as a classical music portion featuring some of the most beautiful
music ever performed, with some fun, unexpected surprises. An
‘unplugged’ section will feature acoustic, rather than amplified
musicians showing off their instrumental skills. A country western
segment will feature a hoe-down and a tribute to one of country’s
biggest stars. For those who love Gospel, you’ll enjoy some of the
sweetest music this side of heaven.
This does not mean that the Follies will forget its most beloved
acts. Audience favorites Rose-Mary Rumbley, Jackie Troup Miller,
Class Act and Tap Dazzlers dance groups, along with our always
popular onstage musicians and full orchestra in the pit will be on
hand. We’ll present our tribute to the Great White Way with our
Broadway section and we’ll again honor America with our heart-
warming patriotic grand finale. The Follies would not be complete
without our famous Follies Showgirls who will dazzle you with
their beauty and incredible over-the-top lavish outfits featuring all
the sequins, feathers and beads you’ve come to love, always topped
off with the gorgeous impossibly large head dresses that rival any

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