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This month at the Alhambra Theater & Dining, the entertainment continues during
the show “Five Guys Named Moe”. The food is scrumdiddlyumptious. The acting is superb. The dancing is top-notched and on point. The singing is harmonious (especially on “Is
You My Baby”). The costumes are visually
appealing. And the interaction with the audience
is like that on a cruise ship (selected individuals are asked to participate in
a getting to know you segment on stage.
No one is embarrassed, just a lot of fun). Could not imagine an attending patron named Caldonia, but she was
there on Gala Night. The songs may be from
a forgotten jazz era, yet the music is entertaining with catchy tunes.
The acting is phenomenal and begins with Jereme
Raickett* (Norman). Yes, you have seen Jereme in other Alhambra
productions, at the old Bolero’s dance studio and he’s also at the “Players By
The Sea Theatre”. He portrays a
realistic drunk and then cleans up nicely later in the show. Raickett is a multi-talented actor whom you’ll
enjoy seeing over and over again.
Darryl Reuben Hall* (Four-Eyed Moe), is not a stranger to
the Alhambra (The Wiz) or to Jacksonville.
Hall has appeared in numerous other venues around town, including many Stage
Aurora presentations, One Spark, and he is the creator/producer/director of “Frat
House.” He has brought numerous well-known
actors to Jacksonville and has given the young people of North JAX a chance to
demonstrate their talents and gifts through his non-profit organization. Darryl was asked to come back to JAX to star
in this current production, from his work in New York. He does give credit to watching his diet and
a physical exercise, for his famous high-kicks and marvelous dancing.
We didn’t get a chance to see much of
Rendell Anthony DeBose* (Eat Moe)
on stage during his “Little Shop of Horrors” portrayal of Audrey II, yet Rendell
lends his beautiful voice, his “splits” and rhythm of his feet and posterior,
to the stage during “5 Guys Named Moe”. You
may also remember his beautiful deep tenor voice when he sang as Jim in “Big
River”.
The group is rounded out with song, dance and acting from Damien DeShaun Smith* (No
Moe), a new bee to the Alhambra stage; David
Berry* (Little Moe); and Byron Glenn Willis* (Big Moe), who is no stranger to the
Alhambra Theater with his appearance last year in “Dreamgirls”.
Many accolades to the LIVE Jazz Band!
Their playing is such a grand addition to the musical aspirations of the
play. Band Leader/Keyboard artist -
Anthony Felton; Drums - Chanel Miller; Electric Bass - Brooks Clark; Trumpet -
Paul Jackson; Reed instruments - Alex Hernandez (plays a mean solo on the
saxophone - the highlighted instrument throughout the theatre); and Trombonist
- Nicholas Carter.
This is another great production from Producer/Director - Tod Booth*, and marvelous Choreography from James Kinney*. *Denotes Actors’ Equity Association. Please take a look at the Director’s Note, in
your program, about Louis Jordan, the inspiration for “5 Guys Named Moe”.
The song “Doing Da’ Butt” stayed in
my mind when I saw “Smoked Boston Butt”
on the menu and it was tender and very delicious. The “Saturday
Night Fish Fry” was tasty along with “Moe’s
Salad,” “Field Pea Soup,” and the “Mini
Pistachio Bundt Cake.” Executive
Chef DeJuan Roy did NOT disappoint.
***This
show was dedicated in loving memory of the departed Jim “Jimbo” Martin - former Food and Beverage Manager for the
Alhambra.***
“5 Guys Named Moe”
DATES: April 4 — May 8,
2018
SHOW TIMES: Evening shows Tuesday through Sunday start at 7:50 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., and dinner is served
until 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Matinees begin at 1:15 p.m. Doors open
at 11 a.m. and the brunch served until 12:50 p.m. Sunday Matinees are at 1:50 p.m. Doors open at 12 p.m. and the meal is server
until 1:30 p.m.
DRESS: “Gala Night” (Friday April 6, 2018) attire is
“Dressy/Formal/Black Tie”. All other
shows could be “Business Casual” or “Sunday Best”.
TICKETS: Prices range from $38 – $64.
Ticket prices include: a plated dinner served to your table, an
incredible show and prime parking. Group
sales of 20 + are available upon request.
**Price does NOT include server’s
gratuity, professional photos, or orders from the bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
It’s a little after Spring Break and time for you to enjoy some quality
entertainment. Saxophonist Louis Jordan
created a new slant on jazz in the 1940’s that paved the way for rock and roll in
the 1950s. Nominated for a 1992 Best
Musical Tony® Award and winner of the 1991 Laurence Oliver Award for Best
Entertainment, “Five Guys Named Moe” brings Jordan’s music to life through the eyes of main character
Nomax, at the Alhambra Theatre & Dining.
Nomax, whose girlfriend has left him and is without money, finds “Big Moe,” “Four-Eyed
Moe,” “Eat Moe,” “No Moe,” and “Little Moe” emerging from his radio to comfort
him. The result is two hours of lively,
funky music that the LA Times called, “one
of the more entertaining experiences available to humanity.”
About “Five Guys Named Moe”: An exuberant tribute to the music of rhythm and
blues pioneer and alto saxophonist, Louis
Jordan, “Five Guys Named Moe” is
an international sensation. Initially
produced in London's West End by the legendary Cameron Mackintosh, this
exhilarating, all-embracing theatrical experience moved to Broadway in 1992 and
was nominated for two Tony Awards.Chef
“Five Guys Named Moe” is mostly
about Nomax – he's broke, his lovely Lorraine left him and he's listening to
the radio at 5 o’clock in the morning. Out
of the radio, five guys named Moe appear. Set to Jordan's iconic rhythm and blues/jazz
score, the Moes encourage Nomax to turn his life around and tell Lorraine that
he loves her. The recognizable and
enticing score appeals to a variety of audiences, and the uproarious audience
participation will have spectators leaping out of their seats to join the
celebration. It’s not too late to get
your tickets!
About the Meal:
First Course (Choice of One): Field
Greens Salad/pickled tomatoes, toasted croutons, house-made tarragon dressing;
OR Field Pea Soup with smoke turkey, & kale *GF*
Second Course (Choice of
One): Turkey Meatloaf/sweet onion gravy, mashed potatoes, cauliflower au
gratin; OR Smoked Boston Butt, roasted new potatoes, garlic green beans,
Carolina BBQ sauce *GF*; OR Southern Fried Catfish, baked cheese grits,
Brussels sprout slaw; OR Curry Sweet Potato & Farro Stew with coconut
jasmine rice.
Third Course (Choice of One): Blueberry
Pie; OR Mini Pistachio Bundt Cake.
*Menu subject to change. Gluten-free & sugar-free desserts
available upon request.
“5 Guys Named Moe”
DATES: April 4 — May 8,
2018
SHOW TIMES: Evening shows Tuesday through Sunday start at 7:50 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m., and dinner is served
until 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Matinees begin at 1:15 p.m. Doors open
at 11 a.m. and the brunch served until 12:50 p.m. Sunday Matinees are at 1:50 p.m. Doors open at 12 p.m. and the meal is server
until 1:30 p.m.
DRESS: “Gala Night” (Friday April 6, 2018) attire is
“Dressy/Formal/Black Tie”. All other
shows could be “Business Casual” or “Sunday Best”.
TICKETS: Prices range from $38 – $64.
Ticket prices include: a plated dinner served to your table, an
incredible show and prime parking. Group
sales of 20 + are available upon request.
**Price does NOT include server’s gratuity, professional photos, or orders
from the bar**
LOCATION: Alhambra Theater & Dining
12000 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, Florida 32246
(904) 641-1212
Many accolades to the LIVE Jazz Band!
Their playing is such a grand addition to the musical aspirations of the
play. Band Leader/Keyboard artist -
Anthony Felton; Drums - Chanel Miller; Electric Bass - Brooks Clark; Trumpet -
Paul Jackson; Reed instruments - Alex Hernandez (plays a mean solo on the
saxophone - the highlighted instrument throughout the theatre); and Trombonist
- Nicholas Carter.
