American Radio Cafe Press Release

Live Musical Variety Show Brings New Life to Old-Time Radio Programs

Bob Hope, Red Skelton, and Jack Benny Come to Life

Provo, UT – June 12th, Bringing back the charm and wit of Old-Time Radio programs, The American Radio Café is a live musical variety show that combines the comedy of the radio programs and cartoons of the Early Broadcast Era with modern day talent. The Show will feature local artists Kirby Heybourne and Daniel Beck along with American Idol Hollywood Week performer Jarrett Burns and the group The Fireflies. Performances will be June 25th through July 4th at the Covey Center for the Arts in Downtown Provo, UT.

The American Radio Café was the brainchild of local musician and producer Michael Leavitt. By showcasing talented performers in a variety-show format, Leavitt successfully captures the warmth and musicality of the radio shows of yesteryear with a modern twist.

“I’ve always admired the ability of radio performers from the 40’s and 50’s who were able to captivate an audience with just their musical talent and supreme acting abilities,” said Leavitt, producer and director of the American Radio Café. “By bringing together some of the best vocal talent, instrumental accompaniment and stunning visual elements, we’re able to give people a taste of the old-time radio charm, but with a modern flavor.”

Kirby Heybourne, star of films such as Saints and Soldiers, The RM, and The Best Two Years, has just released the album The Elm Tree and will be the host of the show from the 1st through the 4th of July. In addition, up and coming vocalist Daniel Beck – touted as Utah’s Josh Groban— who just released his debut album Love Like That, will host the show the 25th through the 29th of June.

The American Radio Café features a five piece American Radio Jukebox Band and the 22 piece American Radio Orchestra. The first act of the show is patterned after the Carol Burnett show, which will feature Heybourne and Beck performing original numbers, live skits and commercials. The hosts will also perform alongside classic films and cartoons, bringing back the feel of Old Time Radio with the flavor of today’s modern appeal.

For Interviews and additional information please contact Joe Haughey at joe@americanradiocafe.com or you can visit our website at www.americanradiocafe.com