Sometimes imaginary onstage combinations like “Elvis and Elton Together” pairs great artists who would have been amazing if only they had teamed up. Now and through April 19th, one of those wished for concerts materializes as close as possible to the real thing at New Theater Restaurant in Overland Park.
“Elvis and Elton Together” rates a big five stars. Victor Trevino Jr. as Elvis is back and is as good as ever. Sean McGibbben becomes the incredible Elton John. Victor and Sean wisely introduce themselves as tribute artists rather than impersonators.
“Elvis and Elton Together” is a mashup of ideas contributed by New Theatre staff and guaranteed to be fun. Director Joe R. Fox III is Vice President of Production at NTR and a veteran director of both Tribute shows and comedies at New Theatre since 1992.
Joe Fox is a bear of a man. I remember meeting him for the first time and being impressed with his openness and welcoming persona. He reached out with this massive hand that made mine seem awfully small. Joe is your ultimate team-player always looking for a way to humbly share credit with the rest of his team…