The Walker Brothers

Back by popular demand! Join the Walker Brothers (Verdon Jr, Wade & Kevin) as they take you on a musical stroll down memory lane with such classics as "Hey Good Lookin'," "Let Me Call You Sweetheart," "Sh-Boom," "The Great Pretender," "Teddy Bear," "Can't Help Falling in Love," "Sherry," "Cry," "Sweet Violets" and many more!!! You will get to vote on which "Walker Brothers Greatest Hits" songs you would like to hear. Special guests include Suzanne Walker and Julie Blatter. The last time the Walker Brothers performed in Midvale, it was standing room only. This time you will get 3 chances to see them on January 18, 19 & 21 7:30 p.m. at the Midvale Performing Arts Center, 695 West Center (7720 South), Midvale, Utah 84047. No tickets needed (free concert series.)

The Walker Brothers are Midvale natives and are always a crowd favorite. Verdon currently lives in Pleasant Grove with his wife Julia and works as a software programmer for Imagine Learning. They have 6 children. Kevin currently lives in South Jordan with his wife Arica, 3 daughters and a boy coming in March. Kevin is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at the University of Utah with a clinical practice devoted to diagnosing and managing sleep disorders (he often uses the Walker Brothers music to help put people to sleep). Wade currently lives in Midvale with his wife Suzanne and 4 children. He is bank examiner for the FDIC.

The Marvelous Wonderettes

The Midvale Arts Council presents The Marvelous Wonderettes live on stage for 8 shows only July 13-21 (no show Sunday.) Join the Wonderettes on an epic journey down memory lane to Senior Prom 1958 at Springfield High School. At prom we meet the Wonderettes - Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts with voices to match. You can vote for the Prom Queen and learn about the lives and loves of these four energetic performers. We are treated to the girls performing beautifully arranged renditions of classic 50s songs. After intermission, we see how their friendships have changed and endured as we follow the girls to their ten-year high school reunion. The Wonderettes perform high-octane and soulful renditions of classic ‘60s tunes. Don’t buy a ticket – Buy two! It’s a show you’ll want to see twice! The Marvelous Wonderettes is written by Roger Bean and features the talents of Melody Chapman as Cindy Lou, Kristen Fox as Missy, Paige Moore as Betty Jean, and Megan Smyth as Suzy. These Midvale residents and stage favorites shine under the production team of Stephanie Johnson, Karen Chatterton, Janzell Tutor, and Lindsay Beardall. Songs include “Mr. Sandman”, “Teacher’s Pet”, “Stupid Cupid”, “Son of a Preacher Man”, “Leader of the Pack”, “Respect” and 28 others beloved from the 50-60’s era. The Marvelous Wonderettes perform at the Midvale Outdoor Stage in the Park 455 West 7500 South on July 13, 14, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, & 21. 7:30 p.m. The Outdoor Stage has general admission grass seating; blankets or camp chairs are encouraged. Ticket prices are $7 general admission, $5 children and seniors, $25 family pass (one household); $1 off for Midvale residents. Tickets are available at the door or by visiting www.midvalearts.com. Email Stephanie@MidvaleArts.com with questions or for group rates.

Wonderette Flyer

Betty Jean played by Paige Moore

Missy played by Kristen Fox

Suzy played by Megan Smyth

Cindy Lou played by Melody Chapman

The Marvelous Wonderettes photo credits Kate Johnson

Meet The Midvale Cast of The Marvelous Wonderettes

Auditions on Saturday June 1 were a lot of fun! We had call backs right after and narrowed the field of very talented actresses down to the follow 4 women. I am proud to introduce The Marvelous Wonderettes Melody Chapman as Cindy Lou, Kristen Fox as Missy, Megan Smyth as Suzie, and Paige Moore as Betty Jean. They start rehearsals tonight to start learning an outrageous number of songs in four-part harmony!! 

Melody, Kristen, Megan, and Paige
photo credit: Megan Smyth

Watch for further information and join us in the park to see them live from July 13-21.  More information will, as always be posted on the Midvale Arts website

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