The Beginning Is Near for Church of Great Rain’s Season Premiere

Church of Great Rain’s fourth year will begin with a season premiere on September 18 at Open Space for Arts and Community.

Vashon Island’s own music, comedy and variety show features the twisted news and irreverent views of the Holy Roller Radio Players and Church House Band. There will be special guest artists and an inspiring yet wacky, sermon by Church of Great Rain’s preacher, performed impromptu by Artistic Director David Godsey.

The Holy Roller Radio Players are David Godsey, Janet McAlpin, Lyn McManus, Cindy Hoyt, Jim Farrell, Jeanne Dougherty, Karen du Four des Champs, Assistant Director Mik Kuhlman, Head writer Jeff Hoyt and Sound Effects Wizard Jon Whalen.
 The Princess of Placards is Karen Biondo who prompts the audience to join in the fun.

The Church House Band includes Music Director Adrienne Mildon on keyboards, Producer Greg Parrott on guitar, Doug Ringer on bass and Fletcher Andrews on drums with appearances by Mike Nichols and legendary Vashon music icon John Browne.

In the spirit of community collaboration, many creative Islanders provide writing, video, sound, photography, lighting, marketing, web media and guest services. Audience members contribute their own humor by writing down ideas on the topic de jour to be read during the shout out portion of the performance.

Shows are scheduled for a September 18 Season Premiere, October 30 Halloween Spooktacular, December 11 Holiday Show, February 12 Valentines Show, April 1 April Foolishness and a May 20 Season Finale. All performances are at Open Space for Arts and Community.

Fupps® Beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks will be available during the show. Ticketing, videos and more at churchofgreatrain.com.