Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show Comes to Bucks County Playhouse
Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack Show begins performances tonight at New Hope, PA's Bucks County Playhouse, running through October 18.
Hackett's father, legendary comedian Buddy Hackett, who was longtime friends with each member of the Rat Pack, takes on the "Voice of God," sending the legendary performers back to earth to do one last show. The production includes a number of musical hits made popular by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., including "For Once in My Life," written by famed songwriter Ron Miller, father to Hackett's wife and coproducer Lisa Dawn Miller.
Hackett portrays comedian Joey Bishop while Miller plays "Frank's One Love," a character based on Sinatra's relationship with Ava Gardner. The cast also features Angelo Babbaro as Frank Sinatra, Tom Wallek as Dean Martin, and Kenny Jones as Sammy Davis Jr. Sandy Hackett directs, with technical direction by Mark Matson.
"We are so excited to bring our show to the wonderful audiences of Bucks County and perform in a such a beautiful theater, rich in history and culture," says Miller. "We look forward to getting to know the community of New Hope, PA!"