Photograph by Marie Duncan
Above: Chita Rivera
Our anniversary issue allows us to sing the praises of our just-over-the-border friends of the Ridgefield Playhouse. The arts organization prides itself on giving the county (and beyond) access to outstanding performances in its restored historic theater; serving as cornerstone for the artist colony that exists in Ridgefield. From rock musicians, comedians, legendary directors, Broadway giants and more, here is their list of “all-time greatest performances” to light up their stage.
STANDING OVATION FOR THE SUPERSTARS
1. Gregg Allman
2. Paul Anka
3. Judd Apatow
4. The Beach Boys
5. The B-52s
6. Lindsey Buckingham
7. Dana Carvey
8. Judy Collins
9. Chris Cornell
10. David Crosby
11. Keith Emerson
12. Michael Feinstein
13. David Foster
14. Goo Goo Dolls
15. Andy Grammer
16. Buddy Guy
17. Herbie Hancock
18. Ron Howard
19. Joe Jackson
20. Jewel
21. Joan Jett and
The Blackhearts
22. Cyndi Lauper
23. Jay Leno
24. Barry Levinson
25. Ziggy Marley
26. Michael McDonald
27. Tracy Morgan
28. Graham Nash
29. Willie Nelson
30. Christopher Plummer
31. Chita Rivera
32. Tim Robbins
33. Neil Sedaka
34. David Sedaris
35. Sarah Silverman
36. Stephen Stills
37. Cheap Trick
38. Brian Wilson
MORE SHOWS COMING UP!
A few highlights coming up this fall. Get your tickets now, and be prepared to give a standing ovation.
SEPTEMBER
Fri. 7
Easton Corbin
Thurs. 20
Bobby McFerrin: Circle Songs
Fri. 28
Blondie: Fall Gala Event
OCTOBER
Wed. 3
Marshall Tucker Band
Sun. 7
Jane Monheit
Sat. 27
Tony Danza Standards & Stories
NOVEMBER
Fri. 2
Art Garfunkel: In Close Up