HCCT’s ‘Forever Plaid’ has harmony, humor, and heart
The Hill Country Community Theatre closes its Season 39 with the musical revue “Forever Plaid,” which runs Aug. 15-24. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at the nonprofit theater, 4003 FM 2147 West in Cottonwood Shores. Tickets go on sale at noon Monday, Aug. 4.
“Forever Plaid” is a nostalgic, toe-tapping tribute to the close-harmony “guy groups” of the 1950s, according to an HCCT media release announcing ticket sales. The story follows a semi-professional quartet—Francis, Jinx, Smudge, and Sparky—who are miraculously given the chance to return to Earth for one last concert after a tragic accident cut their musical dreams short.
With tight harmonies, charming choreography, and laugh-out-loud moments, “Forever Plaid” is both a musical celebration and a heartfelt reminder to follow your dreams.
The cast is Charles McLean as Frankie, Jordan Jones as Sparky, Seth Smith as Smudge, and Chris Cannata making his HCCT debut as Jinx. “Forever Plaid” features live music from an on-stage band with Graham Avery on bass and Richard Golladay on piano.
“This show is pure joy,” said director Heidi Melton in the media release. “It’s about friendship, dreams, and the music that brings people together. Whether you’re familiar with the (1950s) era or new to this style of music, ‘Forever Plaid’ offers something for everyone.”
Purchase tickets at thehcct.org or call the Hill Country Community Theatre box office at 830-798-8944.
HCCT’s Season 40 opens on Sept. 26 with “Young Frankenstein.” See the full lineup at 101HighlandLakes.com.
ABOUT THE HCCT
Since 1985, the nonprofit Hill Country Community Theatre has brought high-quality theatrical productions to Highland Lakes audiences. Its mission is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to participate in, appreciate, and enjoy the art of live theater. Learn more at thehcct.org.