Close to 160 spectators took in the Louisiana Hayride Christmas show at Martin Exeter Hall in 100 Mile House on Dec. 1 – and they were not disappointed.
Organizers with South Cariboo Community Concerts (SCCC) called it a "fantastic" performance by the group of musicians paying tribute to some of the best-known music stars of the 1950s and '60s.
This time the show, which featured music by Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Patsy Cline and more, came with a seasonal twist.
“With the Christmas show, with the inclusion of a number of Christmas carols, the crowd was just enthralled with it,” says SCCC spokesperson Chris Nickless.
“We had people saying it couldn't be a better show.”
The performers included William Brookfield, Gil Risling, Mike Melnichuk, Andrea Anderson, Adam Fitzpatrick and host Lori Risling.
Nickless adds organizers didn't know what to expect with respect to attendance numbers, but they were pleased with the turnout.
“We hoped we had a good crowd and we did. We appreciated it and the crowd really appreciated the show.”
