The King, a Rock-n-Roll Comedy about the Return of Elvis
Maverick Theater (110 E Walnut Fullerton, CA 92832)
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- $20.00
- Our Price:
- $10.00*
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The last date listed for The King was Friday April 14, 2006 / 8:00pm.
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Historic Interviews Recounted in Frost/Nixon
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Peter Morgan's Tony Award-nominated play that spawned the critically acclaimed 2006 film pits jet-setting British TV talk-show host David Frost against disgraced former president Richard Nixon in a battle of wits and wills. Desperate to regain his slipped standing as a serious journalist, Frost seeks to elicit from the Watergate-plagued Nixon a detailed explanation and apology, while the ever-political former president has his own agenda. This fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the famous 1977 series of interviews dissects the electrifying battle between Nixon and Frost, revealing both mens insecurities, ego and sense of dignity as they face off in a historic encounter that ultimately changes them both. Theater owner Brian Newell directs. Learn More
3 Goldstar Member Reviews
I feel sorry for anyone who missed this amazing show! It was non-stop entertainment. Frank Tryon's performance as Elvis was right on I never for one second believed that he wasn't "The King" come back to life. The entire cast was awesome. I particularly enjoyed the live music with top notch vocals from Amber Snead backed by some solid singers and incredible musicians. I wish this show was still running!Written on Apr 17 2006
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Brenda Flatt
The music and vocal by "The King" were great. I especially enjoyed the humor and story line.Written on Mar 13 2006
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Monica T
The King, played by Frank Tryon, was great. He took me back to the late 50's and the songs we played on our little 45 player. Mark Coyan who played Vic Paker was another of my favorites. Well written and staged, this show is one of my favorites, I have seen it twice this time and brought friends along to enjoy. Well don everyone. Don't miss this one.Written on Mar 27 2006
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Quotes & Highlights
- 2002 Best Show --O.C. Register
- "If Elvis ever did come back, everything would be played out just as writer/director Brian Newell scripted it." --O.C. Register
Description
<p>Written and directed by Brian Newell. </p> <p>The King begins with Elvis being unfrozen from a cryogenic freeze he secretly under went in 1977. As the story unfolds you join him on an Elvis adventure in the Twenty First Century where he battles the elements of commercialism, corporate lawsuits, science and technology.</p> <p>Befriended by a family in a small Mississippi town, a troubled Elvis, scared by his old lifestyle, is determined to prove who he is through his musical talent. Will the world believe him, will he find peace at last– well, you know he is the King.</p> <p>The King has performed to sold-out audiences in Fullerton, Orange, Brea and Buena Park. The show’s overwhelming mass appeal to all ages is the very reason it continues to be requested since it’s original run in June 2002. This current staging has some re-writes as well as new performers in many of the leading roles. The production continues to use a unique combination of rear screen projected sets and video sequences and a live band to perform over 20 of Elvis’ biggest hits.</p>