THE widely-acclaimed ROLLING THUNDER VIETNAM is set to take Frankston by storm in June as part of the show’s eagerly-awaited 2023 national tour.
Hailed “a musical and dramatic triumph”, the stunning Australian production will play Frankston Arts Centre on Thursday 8 June and a just announced second show on Friday 9 June. Tickets are now on sale at rollingthundervietnam.com
The electrifying show vibrantly awakens the pulse and tumult of the Vietnam War era. It showcases many of the great rock classics of the ‘60s and ‘70s, brilliantly arranged by musical director Chong Lim AM, Inspired by the true stories of Vietnam Veterans and actual letters, the rock drama tells a tough and tender story of courage, love, resilience and loss from an Australian perspective.
Directed by David Berthold and written by Bryce Hallett, the unique theatrical experience combines stirring protest songs and blazing rock anthems. Rolling Thunder Vietnam comprises more than 20 songs – ;enduring classics by Steppenwolf, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Curtis Mayfield, Gladys Knight, Billy Thorpe, Edwin Starr and Paul Simon.
They include Magic Carpet Ride, Fortunate Son, The Letter, Black Magic Woman, Help Me Make it Through the Night, War, People Get Ready, We’ve Gotta Get Out of This Place, Killing Me Softly With His Song and Bridge Over Troubled Water.
FRANKSTON ARTS CENTRE
Thursday 8 June – 7.30pm
Friday 9 June – 7.30pm
First published in the Western Port News – 12 April 2023
