A funny thing happened this past weekend.
Robert wrote “Wink Davidson Christmas Spectacular” thinking it would be a way for young people to understand their elders. He thought older crowds, like you’ll find at Theatre Decatur, would be into the nostalgia of the show. But, after playing the first two weekends, it became obvious that this show hits the sweet spot for Baby Boomers, GenX/Y and kids. So bring the family, but you may want to leave granny at home.
The Baby Boomers remember the 1960s Christmas specials and how there was always a number 
with a puppet or a bear that wanted cookies or something that wasn’t quite right with those family members of the star. The younger kids who weren’t around for those shows really dig the retro feel and the loving camp of the presentation. And it’s clean and fast-paced enough that even those with short attention spans can feel the magic.
And it’s interactive, so you’re supposed to clap and cheer, gasp and laugh (and maybe sniffle a bit) so the TV audience can hear you clear through the set.
We’re not sure why the eldest component of the audience weren’t into it. But, we keep getting comments from people who want to come see the show again, the “re-runs” as you will.
So, if you can tell the Theatre Decatur box office man what Mini wants for Christmas, tickets are only $5 for you, not $10, which is the regular price of admission ($8 for kids).
We’ve only got 7 shows left, so hustle down to Decatur and come see us. We’re looking forward to sharing some holiday cheer with you!
(By the way, Curt Holman gave us a nice mention in the Creative Loafing 2007 Holiday Guide, if you want to read all about it.)
The cast of “The Wink Davidson Christmas Spectacular”:
John McLean, Angela Porter, Brian Bannon, Steve Banks, Jeremiah Prescott, Robert Sanders, Erin Greenway and Kristi Casey (from left to right). The final show will be Sat. Dec. 22, 2007 at 8 p.m.
