Gary Morris Sells Out An Intimate Evening At The Franklin Theatre
Gary Morris, a star of Broadway that is currently on a nation wide tour, has sold out the famed Franklin Theatre for his upcoming show on Friday, December 7. Morris will perform his new album Sense of Pride, favorite hits and Christmas songs at the historic Franklin Theatre at 8 PM on Friday. To capture the magical show, a camera crew will be onsite for the evening. Joining him will be acclaimed, award winning artists/producer Michael Bonagura and Kathie Baillie of Baillie + the Boys and their daughter Alyssa Bonagura of The Sisterhood.
Morris is thrilled to return to the Franklin Theatre stage, “It is always a treat to play the Franklin Theatre. Such a wonderful venue. This year will be extra special because we’ll be celebrating some of my favorite songs (and hopefully yours!), my new CD, ‘Sense of Pride’ and my birthday Dec. 7! So come out and let’s have some fun with me and my friends Kathie and (my producer) Michael from Baillie + The Boys.”
Gary Morris’ new album Sense of Pride is receiving rave reviews including this latest piece in the Digital Journal: “Gary Morris delights on Sense of Pride, as he displays his subtle, soothing vocals, as well as his exceptional storytelling abilities. With each song, Morris paints a vivid picture in the minds of his listeners. His voice is like a quiet storm, and this is an album that one can easily meditate to. It deserves more than just a passing glance, and it garners an A rating.”
– Markos Papadatos
About Gary Morris
Gary Morris is known world-wide for his vocal mastery, able to hold audiences mesmerized and overwhelmed by the pure beauty and inspiration of his voice.
His recording career garnered five #1 and 16 Top 10 singles, including “Why Lady Why,” “The Love She Found in Me,” “Baby Bye Bye.” Morris’ original rendition of the classic “Wind Beneath My Wings” won both the Country Music Association and Academy of Country Music “Song of the Year” awards. Morris was also named Billboard’s “Male Artist of the Year” early in his career.
At the height of his Nashville recording career, the Texas-bred tenor was tapped to play the lead role of Jean Valjean in Broadway’s epic hit “Les Misérables,” to critical acclaim. This role led to a Drama Desk Award nomination. His famous rendition of “Bring Him Home” on the platinum-selling, Grammy Award-winning international cast album resulted in a Command Performance by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Additional Broadway roles include Rodolfo in the production of Puccini’s opera “La Bohéme.”
Morris’ love of the great outdoors, combined with this respect and compassion for veterans have resulted in his affiliation with Fly Fishers International and its Abilene Fly Fishers club that is associated with Gary Morris Concert and Fundraising for wounded veterans. His ranch, Mountain Spirit, also serves as a place where veterans suffering from PTSD can experience the therapeutic properties of the serene sport of fly fishing to treat PTSD and other combat-related conditions. Nature lovers can book a special vacation at this Colorado ranch on Gary’s website.
Whether he is melting hearts with this voice and music, amazing New York City critics with his acting ability, using his outdoor experience to teach others respect for the environment, or using his gifts to help our wounded service men and women through a difficult time in their lives, there is no doubt Gary Morris is impacting the world with his gifts and passion.
AWARDS: Billboards New Male Artist of the Year 1982; ACM Single of the Year 1984 for “Wind Beneath My Wings”
Website: garymorris.com