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Following the its stellar performance last year at the Hanover Theatre in nearby Worcester, Peter Landsdowne of the Telegram & Gazette praised, 'There are several Rat Pack shows out there but if you're looking for authenticity instead of imitation, 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show' is the one to see!'

Sandy Hackett grew watching his dad, legendary comic Buddy Hackett, tickle the funny bones of thousands of people packed into Las Vegas showrooms night after night. Now, the producer and star of the international hit touring musical 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show' (www.sandysratpackontour.com) brings 'My Buddy' (www.MyBuddyHackett.com) home once again via his critically hailed one man musical comedy show about his dad and the special father-son relationship they shared.

Now 13, he has launched into his teen years with an equally emotional rendition of one of the most beautiful and heartfelt pop ballads of recent years, Bruno Mars'

Sandy Hackett grew watching his dad, legendary comic Buddy Hackett, tickle the funny bones of thousands of people packed into Las Vegas showrooms night after night. Now, the producer and star of the international hit touring musical 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show' (www.sandysratpackontour.com) brings 'My Buddy' (www.MyBuddyHackett.com) home once again via his critically hailed one man musical comedy show about his dad and the special father-son relationship they shared.

Legendary Comedian Buddy Hackett is brought to life in this live musical, theatrical production, told by the person closest to him… his son, Sandy Hackett. 'MY BUDDY" premieres at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts January 16-19.

Last year around this time, 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show' posed the question, 'What could be more festive, hip and swingin' than spending the holidays with Frank, Sammy, Dean and Joey?'

Hot off yet another successful, critically acclaimed cross country touring season of'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show,' producer and star Sandy Hackett is in high creative gear preparing to star in another show dear to his heart - 'My Buddy,' an intimate show about his father, legendary comedian and actor Buddy Hackett.

Producers Lisa Dawn Miller and Sandy Hackett of the critically-acclaimed 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show' are taking fans behind-the-scenes to reveal the making and origins of their hit production about the iconic 'Kings of Cool' in their new short film documentary now available on YouTube (http://tinyurl.com/a8k925t). The intimate film features cast and crew interviews, personal family photos and selected performance highlights from the live theatrical production offering insight on how the real-life 'Smash' team puts it all together.

Broadway in Casper has announced the offerings for the 2012-2013 season, and they include many familiar favorites.

The Rat Pack is Coming to Town in this brand NEW Holiday Extravaganza! 'Someday at Christmas' starring Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack! Happy Holidays! Producers Sandy Hackett (son of legendary comedian Buddy Hackett) and Lisa Dawn Miller bring the poignant and touching lyrics of Ron Miller (Lisa's father) to the stage in this heartwarming NEW holiday show! Don't miss it! www.SandysRatPack.com

Unequaled in its style, feel and presentation, with dozens of national appearances and multiple touring casts, SANDY HACKETT'S RAT PACK SHOW celebrates the season with SOMEDAY AT CHRISTMAS, a new Yuletide extravaganza that incorporates the festive sounds of the season into an entertainment experience that has become a true global phenomenon, seen by more than a million people worldwide.

The only show with producers and cast members who have real ties to the real Rat Pack, 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show" has entertained millions of people worldwide. The most successful show of its kind, with over 70 performance dates across the country last year while maintaining its home base in Las Vegas, the talented ensemble (in association with Orin Wolf/OBB NYC - Off Broadway Booking) kicks off its 2012-13 U.S. Theatre Season and Casino tour at the Spirit Lake Casino in Spirit Lake, N.D. on August 31, 2012.

Broadway in Casper has announced the offerings for the 2012-2013 season, and they include many familiar favorites.

Experience The Rat Pack at The State Theatre on Saturday, March 31 at 8 PM.

Adding to its 2011-2012 Broadway Theatre Season national tour, 'Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show" heads back to its home base at the LVH - Las Vegas Hotel & Casino (Formerly the Las Vegas Hilton), with a new line-up of performances by the production.

Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show will arrive at The Colonial Theatre on March 24 at 8pm to 'recreate one of the famous Summit at the Sands hotel shows at a time when the Rat Pack was creating hipster legend.' With what's being described as 'uncanny vocal recreations of hits like 'That's Amore,' 'Fly Me to the Moon,' 'Mr. Bojangles,' and more, Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show will have the audience feeling as if ol' blue eyes were alive and singing again.'

Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show will arrive at The Colonial Theatre on March 24 at 8pm to 'recreate one of the famous Summit at the Sands hotel shows at a time when the Rat Pack was creating hipster legend.' With what's being described as 'uncanny vocal recreations of hits like 'That's Amore,' 'Fly Me to the Moon,' 'Mr. Bojangles,' and more, Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show will have the audience feeling as if ol' blue eyes were alive and singing again.'

Experience The Rat Pack at The State Theatre on Saturday, March 31 at 8 PM.

There is much to like about Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show, which played at the beautiful McCallum Theatre for three sold out performances on March 2 and 3. Like so many others, I would have loved to have had the chance to witness the "real" Rat Pack hold court in the world famous Copa Room some fifty years ago and so I was greatly anticipating an evening that promised to deliver the next best thing. For the most part, it kept its promise.