5/11/2023 0 Comments Gaslight diner![]() It was the cast’s finest moments.įor the Gaslight’s after-the-show Olio, a Regis Philbin-like character (Joe Cooper) hosted a zany round of “You’ve Got Talent”. She beamed and giggled like the 8-year-old girl she once was. On more than one occasion, a male cast member would sing or otherwise interact with her directly. In the first row was a woman who had to be in her 80’s, and probably a widow, celebrating a birthday with several lady friends. Yet, there was sufficient elasticity for the cast to occasionally drop out of the routine for the briefest of moments and improvise. … had to be synchronized down to the split second. This production is very fast-paced, so everything … acting, dancing, music, scenery, etc. We were totally impressed with the precision and professionalism of cast & crew. All seemed to be having as much fun on stage as their appreciative audience. ![]() In short, Ghostblasters is a hoot! A lighthearted fun afternoon or evening of comedic melodrama suitable for the whole family, Ghostblasters was made especially enjoyable by extraordinarily talented, high-energy performers who can really sing & dance. Eventually, the two “scientists” are joined by fearless secretary Susie (Tarreyn Van Slyke), who does as much to conquer the ghosts and the audience as anyone on stage. Their quest is to save Metropolitan City from an infestation of mildly-threatening apparitions, such as Slobber and a maniacal, power-hungry Mayor Witherspoon supported by her fawning assistant who becomes the raving BeagleGoose (yes, they even get in a song & dance from that great 1988 movie, Beatlejuice, starring Michael Keaton. Peter Van Slyke wrote the script and directed Katherine Byrnes was in charge of choreography and Tom Benson created the stage design.Īll roles are double-cast, but in the performance we attended Mike Yarema was Zach and Jake Chapman was Wally, the quirky scientists, professional ectoplasm destroyers, and ultimate heroes. We were here to see the Gaslight Theatre’s summer production, Ghostblasters, an over-the-top spoof of the 1984 blockbuster, Ghostbusters, staring Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray. It served its purpose, which was to lubricate Ms. Karen and I ordered a chilled bottle of Pinot Grigio from Northern California, the driest white wine they offered. All around us, people were ordering burgers, fries, hot fudge Sundaes, and pizza. Theater-goers can order off the menu, which is basically an abbreviated version of Little Anthony’s menu. A container of popcorn and a menu was already on our table when we were seated. Theater seating is up to 4 chairs at small individual tables. The ticket window is just down the hallway that connects Little Anthony’s Diner with the Gaslight Theatre. Gaslight TheatreĪfterward, we didn’t have to go far to pick up our tickets at “Will Call”. We noticed that many of the other diners had ordered off the burger and milkshake side of the menu and all seemed to have the happy expression of sublime satisfaction. I suspect that when we return, and we will, we will do better if we order burgers, fries, and a shake or ice cream Sundae. Was the Star right? Is this the best pizza Tucson has to offer? No. In part because I was still working on our List of the 10 Best Pizza Places In Tucson, and in part because Tara mentioned that Little Anthony’s pizza was named Best Pizza by the Arizona Daily Star, I ordered my typical small pizza half pepperoni, half sausage & black olive. Having been seated, Tara introduced herself and said she would be our server. Just the music from the jukebox was pure nostalgia. ![]() Little Anthony’s Diner is the place we elders should bring our grandchildren and great-grandchildren so they can experience the world we knew at the Dawn of the Age of Rock ‘n Roll. Little Anthony’s is a true 1950’s diner, unless you consider that not even the parents of the sprightly young waitresses in their short red pinstripe outfits were born until long after the ‘50’s had become ancient history. Walking into the Diner, we were immediately reminded of Ruby’s Diner at Newport Beach, CA where we lived for many years. We set out from home early so we could dine before the show at Little Anthony’s Diner, the restaurant attached to the theatre. However, when we discovered that the Gaslight offers a Sunday 3pm matinee, we decided to risk the nosebleed. As “Western Tucsonans” we take the chance of getting a nosebleed if we accidentally wander east of Campbell. Second, we live in the foothills of the Tucson Mountains. A 7pm performance is just a little late for us. ![]() Two challenges prevented us going any sooner. Karen & I had wanted to attend a performance at the Gaslight Theatre for years. Ghostblasters Susie (Tarreyn Van Slyke) Wally (Jake Chapman), & Zack (Mike Yarema).
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