Based on the iconic 1969 rock concept album, The Who's Tommy is an exhilarating story of hope, healing and the human spirit. The story of the pinball-playing, deaf, dumb and blind boy who triumphs over his adversities has inspired, amazed and puzzled audiences for more than 40 years. This five-time Tony Award-winning musical was translated to the stage by theatrical wizard, Des McAnuff, into a high-energy, one-of-a-kind theatrical event.
After witnessing the accidental murder of his mother's lover by his father, Tommy is traumatized into catatonia and, as the boy grows, he suffers abuse at the hands of his sadistic relatives and neighbors. As an adolescent, he's discovered to have an uncanny knack for playing pinball and, when his mother finally breaks through his catatonia, he becomes an international pinball superstar.
This CONCERT PRODUCTION is dedicated to raising money for Blank Canvas Theatre and celebrating our 8th season! This TWO NIGHT ONLY event will feature food served by
NINJA CITY and music from 7:00 to 7:50 pm, followed by an 8:00pm performance by some of Cleveland's most talented actor-singers performing a rarely produced musical! Come for the entire evening for only $35.
We’ll also have amazing raffle baskets donated by Cleveland’s finest merchants – purchase raffle tickets for $1, and you could win an amazing prize package! It’s an event NOT to be missed! The benefit takes place TWO NIGHTS ONLY, and seating is limited...
* Season Passes are not accepted for this performance.