2008-05-31 20:00:00 - 2008-05-31 00:00:00
The Platters formed in Los Angeles in 1953 and became a top-ten sensation in 1955 with the hit “Only You (and you alone)”, which stayed atop the R&B charts for 7 weeks. The follow-up, The Great Pretender became their first number one hit. In 1956, The Platters appeared in the first major motion picture based around rock and roll, Rock Around the Clock, and performed both "Only You" and "The Great Pretender". The group was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990 and into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in its inaugural year of 1998.
For over 40 years, the legendary Monroe Powell has been a recording and touring lead vocalist with internationally acclaimed groups. First with The Dominoes (1958-63) and The Ink Spots (1960s), Powell is best known as the lead signer of The Platters for most of the last 40 years.
Originally hired by Platters founder and manager Buck Ram in 1970, Powell has created a legacy of his own. Powell replaced former lead singer Sonny Turner, becoming the third lead singer in Platters history.
Orchestra, balcony and theater seating is available for this event. Ticket prices range from $25-35 and purchases can be made online at http://www.ocpavilion.com, by phone at 714-550-0550 or at the box office at 801 North Main Street in Santa Ana. Doors to the OC Pavilion and award-winning Ambrosia Restaurant open at 5:00 PM and the show begins at 8:00 PM. Reservations for the Ambrosia Restaurant are required.
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OC Pavilion – http://www.ocpavilion.com
From chandeliers to exquisite hand painted murals, the OC Pavilion, designed and built by Michael F. Harrah, is the most intimate and exclusive performing arts theater and restaurant complex in Orange County, California. Located in historic downtown Santa Ana “the Golden City”, the beautifully appointed theater with a capacity of only 528 seats assures you of an exceptional close up view of any event.
OC Pavilion801 North Main Street Santa Ana, California 92701