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| - The Phat Pack consists of three incredibly talented men (four when you include, as one should, the pianist/musical director) who each bring tons of experience in performing to the small Plaza stage for this seventy-five [75] minute show at a mere fraction of the cost of what it be to hear this level of artistry on the bigger stage.
Bruce Ewing, Ted Keegan, and Randal Keith all met while working for Phantom - The Las Vegas Spectacular. Keegan actually played the role of the Phantom on Broadway and on national tour; at the Venetian production he was understudy.
Keith played 'Valjean' in Les Misérables on Broadway and national tour, and King Arthur in Spamalot at Wynn. Ewing played 'Jinx' in Forever Plaid at the Gold Coast and on national tour. Originally, Joey Singer was the fourth artist as musical director. Previously, he served as Debbie Reynolds' long-time musical director.
Currently, they enjoy the mastery of Juilliard-trained Philip Fortenberry behind the piano. More than merely a footnote, Mssr. Fortenberry is a star in his own right. You might recognise his hands as those playing Liberace's hits in HBO's Behind the Candelabra. Those are actually his hands and body with Michael Douglas' head digitally imposed to make it appear like Douglas, as Liberace, is the one doing the playing in the film. He rushes off, after each show, to Jersey Boys at Paris Las Vegas to his "dayjob."
These men parlayed their talents for this convenient and economical show where they perform original work, pop selections from musicals, and other assorted hits ("Danny Boy" is one, performed by Keegan, naturally [the Irishman]).
I will not go into revealing the setlist so there is some surprise.
They are known for enjoying the company of special guest stars including Kristen Hertzenberg, who played Christine at Phantom, the young man that plays Johnny Cash at Million Dollar Quartet, and the current fill-in they have for Keegan (who is on Broadway right now playing the Phantom again) -- who unfortunately I do not know.
The Phat Pack is an incredibly excellent show that I have enjoyed immensely every single time I have attended, and, I will continue attending, with or without setlist changes. Each performer by himself would be well worth the cost of admission (Fortenberry's concert at The Smith cost way more alone).
Go hear one of these masterful performers on stage today! - E
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