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Monday, August 23, 2010

BARNYARD BIG 5

(Pic: James Dobson, Ernie B and Tian Rautenbach with Ramaine Barreiro-Lloyd and Tarryn Hudson)

The Barnyard Theatre is preparing the tribute of all tributes to celebrate the music of five of the greatest pop icons of all time in one outstanding production.

The Big 5 will pay tribute to Elton John, Tina Turner, Rod Stewart, Michael Jackson and Madonna and opens at Gateway’s Barnyard Theatre at on August 31.

Imagine Elton, Tina, Rod, Michael and Madonna on one stage, in one show, singing the number one hits from the last six decades of pop music. These solo artists have dominated the charts to such a degree over the last 40 years, that The Barnyard felt it was essential to stage a special tribute to them!

The show is all about the showmanship and charisma that has elevated these stars to become icons in the rock ‘n roll annals and some of The Barnyard’s most accomplished artists have been lined up to bring the hits of The Big 5 to life. The show features a ten-piece cast with Tarryn Hudson as Madonna, Ramaine Barreiro-Lloyd as Tina Turner, James Dobson as Elton John, Tian Rautenbach as Rod Stewart, and Ernie B as Michael Jackson.

Patrons are alerted to dust off their dancing shoes and prepare for numbers like Billie Jean, Thriller, Crocodile Rock, Your Song and Simply The Best as well as Proud Mary, Maggie May, Sailing, Like A Virgin and Material Girl.

The Big 5 runs at The Barnyard Theatre at Gateway from August 31 to October 10. Tickets R120 pp from Wednesday to Saturday R85pp discounted specials Tuesday night and Sunday matinees). Bookings and enquiries on 031 566 3045, e-mail gateway@barnyardtheatres.co.za More information at www.barnyardtheatres.co.za