Join the Ocean City Music Pier from October 10th to 12th for an immersive experience celebrating the life and music of Johnny Cash in the Ocean City Theatre Company’s production of “Ring of Fire.” This theatrical concert features over twenty songs by the legendary artist. “Ring of Fire” takes you on a journey through Cash’s struggles and successes, exploring themes of love and redemption. With a talented ensemble of five singers and musicians, the production connects Cash’s unique biography to universal experiences through classic hits like “I Walk the Line,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Country Boy,” and “A Boy Named Sue.”
The show is not about impersonating Johnny Cash; rather, it celebrates his life through the incredible musicianship of the performers, providing a lively and engaging musical experience. This is the perfect fall entertainment, with performances scheduled for October 10 and 11 at 7:00 PM, and October 12 at 2:00 PM.
Tickets are priced at $20 per person and are now available for purchase at oceancitytheatrecompany.com.
This production offers a unique concert and theatrical experience that promises to both move and exhilarate audiences. The cast performs while playing their own instruments, taking the audience on an exciting journey through Johnny Cash’s world. The musical narrates the remarkable rags-to-riches story of Cash, beginning with his childhood in the Dirty Thirties in Arkansas, where he worked the fields as the son of Southern Baptist sharecroppers. It follows his gradual rise to fame as a country singer-songwriter, detailing his life on the road, his struggles with alcohol and drugs, and, most importantly, his enduring relationship with country music legend June Carter.
Ring of Fire: The Music of Johnny Cash (Small Cast Edition) was created by Richard Maltby, Jr. and William Meade. It was adapted from the Broadway production by Richard Maltby, Jr. and Jason Edwards, with orchestrations by Steven Bishop and Jeff Lisenby, and additional arrangements by David Abbinanti. The Small Cast edition of *Ring of Fire* is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide.
