The Man in Black

 

Presented by Folsom Prison Productions

Electrifying Australian rock identity Tex Perkinsleads The Tennessee Four in a celebration of the life and times of one of the most incredible singers, songwriters and entertainers to ever grace the stage - country music superstar - Johnny Cash.

This is two hours of Cash's magnificent music interwoven with the story of his rise to stardom, his fight for survival and his eventual redemption. Tex and his band take on'Ring of Fire', 'I Walk the Line', 'Folsom Prison Blues', 'A Boy Named Sue' and other classics in a show that also explores his relationships - from hardened prisoners to the beautiful June Carter and much in between.

Tex Perkins brings the hard-living country legend to life, delving into the depths of the star's life, love and loss. Tex will be joined onstage by Rachael Tidd in the June Carter role.

'When Tex Perkins, formerly of the Cruel Sea and the Beasts of Bourbon, grabs the microphone and growls: ''I'm Johnny Cash'', you believe him.' - THE AUSTRALIAN

'...Tex is Tex. Captivating and entertaining. And so is the show. It will satisfy hardcore fans of both men. And that's no mean feat.' - HERALD SUN

Children 12 months and under FREE on lap - Suitable for 8 - 80 years.