WAYNE RICHARDS
pianist/vocalist composer playwright actor journalist |
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FROM THE FROZEN BEAT TO THE FLORIDA HEAT!
DID HE SAY RETIRED? YES! BUT BUSIER THAN EVER!
Just because I have removed myself from the arena of entertainment does not mean, by any stretch of the imagination, have I abandoned the arts. In fact, for the first time in my life, I am EMBRACING the aspects of creativity and performing I have always desired, without having to worry about the pressures of competition.
First of all, this web site contains pages of information, video and sound files which, in a a way, celebrate moments of my career and life that I hope you will find entertaining. You will also find information about the shows and venues I appear at these days in the "LAND OF THE GATORS".
In particular, I am feeling a strong sense of satisfaction at becoming involved with theatre...something there is quite a bit of down here. I have recently been cast in a very funny short play called, MASHED TURNIPS, which will be presented this coming fall. If you like dysfunctional family comedies, you'll love this show. Watch this site for further information about where and when this work will be presented.
At the same time, along with the very talented dramaturge, DEAN CORBETT, we are nurturing a new musical I've created called, THE DREAM ROAD. Developmental readings have begun and bit by bit, the play is being tightened and polished. Again, please check here for further information.
I am also a member of the CHICAGO CUBS WORLD club and have been participating in the creation of a monthly o newsletter. You can check it out anytime at www.cubsworld.org
The newly formed SONGWRITER'S CLUB demonstrates that the area in which I live is packed full of very talented souls. It will be my pleasure to give a special presentation about SONGWRITING and how it enhanced my career. The meeting is private and will be held in September.
The ORANGE BLOSSOM OPRY is an extraordinary concert venue in the town of Weirsdale, Fla. The house band is second to none! JAM nights are held every Thursday evening and it has been and will continue to be my pleasure
DID HE SAY RETIRED? YES! BUT BUSIER THAN EVER!
Just because I have removed myself from the arena of entertainment does not mean, by any stretch of the imagination, have I abandoned the arts. In fact, for the first time in my life, I am EMBRACING the aspects of creativity and performing I have always desired, without having to worry about the pressures of competition.
First of all, this web site contains pages of information, video and sound files which, in a a way, celebrate moments of my career and life that I hope you will find entertaining. You will also find information about the shows and venues I appear at these days in the "LAND OF THE GATORS".
In particular, I am feeling a strong sense of satisfaction at becoming involved with theatre...something there is quite a bit of down here. I have recently been cast in a very funny short play called, MASHED TURNIPS, which will be presented this coming fall. If you like dysfunctional family comedies, you'll love this show. Watch this site for further information about where and when this work will be presented.
At the same time, along with the very talented dramaturge, DEAN CORBETT, we are nurturing a new musical I've created called, THE DREAM ROAD. Developmental readings have begun and bit by bit, the play is being tightened and polished. Again, please check here for further information.
I am also a member of the CHICAGO CUBS WORLD club and have been participating in the creation of a monthly o newsletter. You can check it out anytime at www.cubsworld.org
The newly formed SONGWRITER'S CLUB demonstrates that the area in which I live is packed full of very talented souls. It will be my pleasure to give a special presentation about SONGWRITING and how it enhanced my career. The meeting is private and will be held in September.
The ORANGE BLOSSOM OPRY is an extraordinary concert venue in the town of Weirsdale, Fla. The house band is second to none! JAM nights are held every Thursday evening and it has been and will continue to be my pleasure
Please check out and enjoy my new CHICAGO CUBS WORLD CHATTER newsletter. Since I've moved to the Florida Villages, my wife and I have joined a Chicago Cubs club that currently enjoys a membership of over 400 people. With the growth of this community in high gear it is most certain that additional Cubbies enthusiasts will soon be joining. The CUBS WORLD CHATTER web site and newsletter are designed to operate together. My newsletter will always be available not only here but also linked to the larger site called CUBS WORLD. CLICK HERE
NEWSLETTER ON THIS SITE CLICK HERE
NEWSLETTER ON THIS SITE CLICK HERE
It is always an honor to sing the National Anthem! Click below to see one of my performances for CUBS WORLD!
THE DREAM ROAD began as a small script I pieced together for the ACTOR'S STUDIO in the Villages. However, the group was closed a while back. This was the decision of its founder and coach, DEAN CORBETT. (NOTE...Dean trained under the great Lee Strasburg at the Actor's studio in New York.)
However, much to my surprise, Dean requested that I continue to develop the story into a full length musical. I gave myself a deadline of four months to complete, quite a different approach to a work since my previous musical, A SUMMER STORM, took over 20 years to complete.
However, THE DREAM ROAD just didn't pop out of my head recently. Its something I've thought about for a few years and was just waiting for the right opportunity to commit effort into the project. Dean Corbett was the encouragement I needed. He has and continues to be my theatrical guiding light and I urge you to check back on this web site in the not too distant future for details.
However, much to my surprise, Dean requested that I continue to develop the story into a full length musical. I gave myself a deadline of four months to complete, quite a different approach to a work since my previous musical, A SUMMER STORM, took over 20 years to complete.
However, THE DREAM ROAD just didn't pop out of my head recently. Its something I've thought about for a few years and was just waiting for the right opportunity to commit effort into the project. Dean Corbett was the encouragement I needed. He has and continues to be my theatrical guiding light and I urge you to check back on this web site in the not too distant future for details.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
I will be appearing in one of four one act plays by playwright Frederick Stroppel directed by Joanne Riley to be presented under the title....
"SKITS 'N GIGGLES"
NOVEMBER 8 & 9 2019
7PM Curtain
ROHAN RECREATION CENTER STAGE
tickets available in September at The Villages Box Office $20. per
ROUND Tables of Eight/BYOB
MORE INFORMATION TO BE RELEASED SOON!
I will be appearing in one of four one act plays by playwright Frederick Stroppel directed by Joanne Riley to be presented under the title....
"SKITS 'N GIGGLES"
NOVEMBER 8 & 9 2019
7PM Curtain
ROHAN RECREATION CENTER STAGE
tickets available in September at The Villages Box Office $20. per
ROUND Tables of Eight/BYOB
MORE INFORMATION TO BE RELEASED SOON!
BREAKING NEWS!
Darrel Morgan, the extraordinary lead guitarist and vocalist on the Opry House band has been hospitalized to correct an issue with chest pains. He is reported tone resting at home. The Morgans will have an opportunity to rest up while the JAM NIGHTS are shut down for a few weeks. (NOTE...this three weeks period already has been scheduled in. Wow! Timing is everything!
THE NEXT PERFORMANCE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
For tickets and information about upcoming programs.....www.https://www.obopry.com/Online/default.asp
Darrel Morgan, the extraordinary lead guitarist and vocalist on the Opry House band has been hospitalized to correct an issue with chest pains. He is reported tone resting at home. The Morgans will have an opportunity to rest up while the JAM NIGHTS are shut down for a few weeks. (NOTE...this three weeks period already has been scheduled in. Wow! Timing is everything!
THE NEXT PERFORMANCE TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
For tickets and information about upcoming programs.....www.https://www.obopry.com/Online/default.asp
Orange Blossom Opry
16439 SE 138th Terrace
Weirsdale, FL 32195
352-821-1201
www.obobpry.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IB5oyzaxm1w Click on the link to the left for a special video presentation!
16439 SE 138th Terrace
Weirsdale, FL 32195
352-821-1201
www.obobpry.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IB5oyzaxm1w Click on the link to the left for a special video presentation!
