Whisper the Wind - The songs of John Denver
“Whisper the Wind, the songs of John Denver” set to be launched in Dunedin, New Zealand in September 2008.
New York, Thursday 17th July – Harold Thau, theatrical producer, manager and bussiness partner of the late John Denver, in association with Aruba Prodcutions, are proud to announce the world premiere of “Whisper the Wind” in Dunedin, New Zealand in September 2008.
Whisper the Wind, the songs of John Denver is a stage production that combines a live concert concept with international musicians and singers performing the John Denver songs together with archival footage that explores the music, highlights and insights of one of the worlds most captivating and celebrated men.
John Denver was one of the world’s best-known and best-loved performers, who earned international acclaim as a songwriter, environmentalist and humanitarian. His music spanned three decades, outlasting countless musical trends, and garnering numerous world music awards and honors, including the 1996 induction into the Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, and in 1993, the prestigious Albert Schweitzer Music Award.
Musical Director David Walker from Vancouver, Canada has auditioned north American entertainers for the lead role of John Denver and final casting is about to be decided by the producers. Harold Thau will travel to New Zealand to oversee the world premiere production.
John Denver’s music and his songs are known and loved throughout the world. He experienced his first major hit with “Leaving On A Jetplane”, “Take Me Home, Country Roads”, “Rocky Mountain High”, “Sunshine On My Shoulders”, “Annie’s Song”, “Back Home Again”, “Thank God I’m A Country Boy, and “Calypso”. His concert tours and television apperances reached millions globally.
John Denver was killed on October 12th, 1997 when the light aircraft he was piloting along the California Coast experienced engine failure. He was 53.
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carole thompson says:
I have heard about this production from the friends of J.D Uk division.. I do hope that you will consider bringing this to the U.K. Regards Carole Thompson
Jul 20, 2008, 7:39 amMartin and Wendy Geddes says:
We saw the show last night in Napier, New Zealand. Fantastic. All the musicians and singers are very talented. We sang along with every song, some brought tears to our eyes Please emphasise John’s anti-war and environmental messages to more young people. Best wishes for the rest of the tour.
Jul 20, 2008, 9:24 pmMarion and Tom Waterland says:
We were at the show in Taupo NZ this evening (30/09/08), and it is a world class production. Brilliant vocalists and musicians. John Denver’s memory will live on through this wonderful presentation.
Jul 20, 2008, 10:17 pmShona Teesdale says:
Hi! My husband and I went to the show in Hamilton on Saturday night the 11th October, 2008.
Jul 20, 2008, 1:24 pmIt is the most wonderful show. The young guy Bevan Gardiner has a future ahead of him singing. He has the most wonderful voice. Ron Rich was fantastic also.
The other people that sang also were fantastic. I
would go and see the show all over again.
I will be buying a CD of it when it comes out.