My Way – A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra

My Way – A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Conceived by David Grapes and Todd Olson. SUPA North. Director: Paul Belsham. Ballina RSL. May 15th – 23rd, 2015.

Making its Australian Premiere, My Way is consists of 50 songs associated with Frank Sinatra’s long and colourful career. Performed by an ensemble cast of five and a trio of musicians this was a great night’s entertainment.

Ballina RSL’s Vicki Veitch had gone to a lot of trouble to convert one of the club’s function rooms into a cosy, Black and White themed nightclub, complete with “Sinatra” drink coasters. The perfect showcase for this wonderful show.

The production team of Paul Belsham, Musical Director Dean Doyle and Choreographer Tim Roberts created a lively, toe-tapping trip down memory lane. In the dual role of M.D. and leading man, Dean Doyle lead the performers, Lee Millward, Brian Pamphilon and Tahnee Arnold, through hit after hit enhanced by dance breaks with Tahnee and Tim.

Accompanying the singers was pianist Narelle Harris, bass-player Hudson Birden with Paul Belsham on drums.

The ambience of the room and the quality of the performance is something that will linger for many years to come. A superb show.

Roger McKenzie

Subscribe to our E-Newsletter, buy our latest print edition or find a Performing Arts book at Book Nook.