ECHOES OF SINATRA Comes to Ridgefield Playhouse This August

The music of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin comes to The Ridgefield Playhouse with Echoes of Sinatra on August 4.

Echoes of Sinatra returns with a brand new show at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Friday, August 4 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Ridgefield Magazine Broadway and Cabaret Series! Steve Kazlauskas joins forces with Jack Lynn, another amazing tribute artist to pay homage to two legendary iconic performers: Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin! The performance is partially underwritten by Brown-Forman - ticket holders can enjoy a complimentary Jack Daniels tasting (Sinatra's drink of choice) in the lobby before the show. Sinatra era drinks including Manhattans and Tennessee Mules will be available for purchase at the bar. Along with the Tony T. Orchestra, Steve Kazlauskas and Jack Lynn will take you on a musical journey through the Great American Songbook performing hits including "Come Fly With Me," "Fly Me To The Moon," "New York, New York," "That's Amore," "Everybody Loves Somebody" and many, many more. Complete with Vegas-style dancers, the show captures the emotion and the sound of this unique period where swing was king! Media sponsor for the event is Danbury's WLAD 800AM/94.1FM.

Steve Kazlauskas is recognized as one of the foremost authorities on Sinatra and his music. He was inspired to become a singer by corresponding directly with Ol' Blue Eyes through the mail. Steve has made it his personal mission to keep the music of Sinatra alive while perfecting his interpretation of that famous style. He has performed throughout the country; from east to west, and north to south. He captures the sound, feel and expression of Sinatra with amazing accuracy while bringing his own unique interpretation to the music. Steve is a true tribute artist and makes no attempt to be a look and sound alike clone. With a vocal range that allows him to sing Frank's songs in their original keys, he's able to reach and sustain those high notes and croon softly on those signature low notes that were part of Sinatra's distinctive singing style. His fans agree, it's about the next best thing to hearing Frank himself perform this timeless music. He continues to delight and educate audiences about this true American icon while keeping the great American songbook alive and well.

To quote an audience member, "Great performance! This guy really knows how to sing in the Sinatra style, while bringing his own style and voice to the table. It's not an imitation, but a carrying on of the tradition. Great stuff!"

For tickets ($35), call the box office at 203-438-5795, or visit ridgefieldplayhouse.org. The Ridgefield Playhouse is a non-profit performing arts center located at 80 East Ridge, parallel to Main Street, Ridgefield, CT.