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REVIEW: "The Lyin' Kings" Capitol Steps at Cranwell Resort

REVIEW: “The Lyin’ Kings” Capitol Steps at Cranwell Resort

by Fred Baumgarten In this era of social media and spoofy news shows – John Oliver, Trevor Noah, Saturday Night Live, the Onion, Andy Borowitz, etc. – when political jokes travel the world faster than you can say “Trump,” how does a musical revue that “puts the mock in democracy” keep it up after nearly four decades? For the Capitol Steps, the answer is: Just fine, thank you. Their latest show,…

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by Fred Baumgarten

In this era of social media and spoofy news shows – John Oliver, Trevor Noah, Saturday Night Live, the Onion, Andy Borowitz, etc. – when political jokes travel the world faster than you can say “Trump,” how does a musical revue that “puts the mock in democracy” keep it up after nearly four decades?

For the Capitol Steps, the answer is: Just fine, thank you.

Their latest show, “The Lyin’ Kings,” was performed in the Harvest Barn at Cranwell Resort by a cast more than up to the challenge, and had the audience roaring with laughter (pun intended).

The speed with which the troupe could adapt and create new skits and lyrics – always set to well-known pop tunes – rivaled the speed of the internet. Amazingly, I counted only one number performed from the printed program. Just days after the two initial Democratic presidential debates, the full – nay, overstuffed – gallery of candidates was on display, aided by what must be the world’s largest collection or wigs, not to mention a wicked knack for finding the rhyme.

Except for one candidate, alas: Billy Joel’s “For the Longest Time” was set to lyrics lamenting that “Pete Buttigieg is the hardest rhyme.”

Mixing old and new is part of the Steps’ charm. In a wide-ranging conversation after the show, the group admitted to me that they had used that trope before with former congressman Dan Rostenkowski – for those old enough to remember that name. References to everything from Seinfeld to George Hamilton’s tan were sprinkled throughout.

To Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Modern Major General,” a sprightly AOC sang “I am the very model of a modern major liberal.” The current Vice President was lauded by the religious right in a number called “Pence Is from Heaven” (“Pennies from Heaven”). Simon and Garfunkel’s “Sounds of Silence” became “Sound of Sanders” (“Hello voters, my old friends….”).

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The Steps’ Mike Thornton did an Alec Baldwin-level Trump impersonation and also had some of the night’s best zingers. As Joe Biden, he promised that the most important lesson he learned is that “harass is not two words.” Thornton also had a couple of hilarious stand-up bits, the best being toward the end of the show when he executed the Steps’ signature speech of spoonerisms in an extended monologue. He made sure to cover “Tronald Dump” and all the “Hemocratic Dopefuls.” The rest I’ll leave spoiler-free (or foiler-spree).

Perhaps the highlight of the night was a rendition of “Stayin’ Alive” performed by RBG and Stephen Breyer, and their younger SCOTUS colleagues Elena Kagan and Sonya Sotomayor. Think of it as a fervent prayer of liberals, a la disco. Push-ups may or may not have been involved.

Cast members Thornton, Morgan Duncan, Janet Davidson Gordon, Bari Biern, and Evan Casey gave it their all, and Howard Breitbart provided brisk and flawless accompaniment on electric piano. The two women, like many other Capitol Steps players, had careers on the Hill before joining the troupe, although that is no longer a requirement as it once was.

In all, the company has almost two dozen players and can field up to three shows simultaneously in different locations, each with a cast of five. It worried me going in that such a factory model of success might sap the soul of the performers; I won’t say that there weren’t one or two moments when the show’s energy flagged a bit. But by the end of the night, the Capitol Steps rose to the occasion, and the audience, this member included, left thoroughly entertained.

THE CAPITOL STEPS will be appearing regularly at Cranwell Resort in Lenox, Mass., nightly except Tuesdays at 8 pm through August 30. Tickets may be purchased online at www.capsteps.com or by calling 800-272-6935.

The Capitol Steps present THE LYIN’ KINGS, with lyrics by Elaina Newport, Mark Eaton, and the cast. Cast: Morgan Duncan, Janet Davidson Gordon, Bari Biern, Mike Thornton, and Evan Casey. Accompaniment: Howard Breitbart.

Running Time: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes, no intermission. Cranwell Resort, 55 Lee Road, Lenox. From June 30; closing Aug. 30.

REVIEW: “The Lyin’ Kings” Capitol Steps at Cranwell Resort by Fred Baumgarten In this era of social media and spoofy news shows – John Oliver, Trevor Noah, Saturday Night Live, the Onion, Andy Borowitz, etc.

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Desert Hearts Supply's Tease Ahead of Spring Fest

Desert Hearts Supply's Tease Ahead of Spring Fest

The party crew we have come to know and love, the Desert Hearts crew, blessed us with a heavenly gift this past Saturday in San Diego at Spin Nightclub. As we descended upon the club and house and techno lovers filled the dance floor, the night was cold but what lay inside would keep you warm for many winters to come. As every floor at Spin soon become infested with some of the most loving souls you’ve ever met, the dance floor was just starting to heat up. As Kevin Anderson, Porkchop, Marbs, Lee Reynolds and Mikey Lion took command of the downstairs, upstairs was blessed by the likes of Beav + Botsy, Memo Rex and Evan Casey. With every DJ turning up the thermometer just a bit higher than the previous DJ, by the time 1am rolled around the place was the warmest dance floor on earth that night. As we pushed on through till well past 4am, I could not help but be thrown back to Desert Hearts Festival, which was just announced to return for its Spring Edition in April, instantaneously. The magic, the love, the music and the vibes is what makes up Desert Hearts parties and no matter where the venue, these aspects are carried wherever the party is. This crew from San Diego has certainly created something special in the world of music the way they have done is to even more special. Be sure to be apart of this magic as Desert Hearts Festival returns from April 27th-30th, 2018 and keep spreading the house, techno and love.

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Desert Hearts Festival 2018

It's here… 💗Desert Hearts Festival 2018: April 27th – April 30thTickets on Sale: January 16th

Posted by Desert Hearts on Thursday, December 28, 2017

Desert Hearts: Soundcloud

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Live @ Desert Hearts - Evan Casey - 011

Live @ Desert Hearts – Evan Casey – 011

Live @ Desert Hearts – Evan Casey – 011 Be sure to check out Desert Hearts’ 2 Year Anniversary in a few weeks in Southern California! Click Poster Below for details! Almost sold out!

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Lips & Rhythm 047 | Evan Casey + Deep Jesus

Lips & Rhythm 047 | Evan Casey & Deep Jesus

Lips & Rhythm 047 | Evan Casey & Deep Jesus

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LR047 feat. Evan Casey & Deep Jesus by Lips & Rhythm on Mixcloud

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