DETROIT, MI, March 28, 2013 (Press-News.org) Starring Grammy-nominated singer Sophie B. Hawkins, and written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gigi Gaston, "Room 105" is a thoughtful and entertaining tribute to legendary soul singer Janis Joplin. The show is a humorous, engaging, bittersweet and honest confessional. Hawkins as Joplin's Ghost returned invites audiences into her creative world and turbulent life, telling a story that reveals the iconic singer's thoughts on love, sex, fame and belonging.
Showcasing classic Joplin music and original songs by Sophie B. Hawkins, "Room 105" brings the transformative counterculture of the 1960's to life, with realistic imagery, and riveting dramatic elements of past to present day. "Hawkins echoes the fire of Joplin herself!" affirms Aspen Times.
American singer, songwriter and musician Sophie B. Hawkins is best know for her hits "Damn I Wish I Was Your Lover," "Right Beside You," and "As I Lay Me Down." Her 1992 debut album "Tongues and Tails" earned her a Grammy nomination for "Best New Artist."
"Room 105" premiered on October 4, 2012 at West Hollywood's Macha Theater - on the anniversary of Joplin's death - just blocks away from where the iconic singer had her last drink before her untimely death at age 27. The show enjoyed an extended run, and received critical acclaim. Now music and theatre fans on the East Coast can enjoy this modern-day retrospective and dynamic tribute to Janis Joplin.
All are invited to "Room 105" - for one night only - at Legends Theater inside Route 66 Casino Hotel. General admission tickets are on sale now and just $10. Purchase tickets online at holdmytickets.com. All ages are welcome to attend!
"Room 105" is presented by Tommy Thompson and Colleen Camp along with Flying Turtle Productions.
For more information about "Room 105" please visit room105musical.com or rt66casino.com.
Route 66 Casino Hotel is located at 14500 Central Ave., Sw in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For more information please call 1-866-352-7866.
Editor's Note: Sophie B. Hawkins and Gigi Gaston are available for interviews.
High-resolution photos from "Room 105" are available via this download link:
http://www.room105musical.com/site/php/press_stills.php
Room 105: The Highs and Lows of Janis Joplin Starring Sophie B. Hawkins for One Night Only at Legends Theater (Route 66 Casino Hotel) on April 13, 2013
Critically acclaimed musical Room 105: The Highs and Lows of Janis Joplin, starring Grammy-nominated singer Sophie B. Hawkins will be at Legends Theatre inside the Route 66 Casino Hotel for one night only on Friday April 13 at 8 pm.
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[Press-News.org] Room 105: The Highs and Lows of Janis Joplin Starring Sophie B. Hawkins for One Night Only at Legends Theater (Route 66 Casino Hotel) on April 13, 2013Critically acclaimed musical Room 105: The Highs and Lows of Janis Joplin, starring Grammy-nominated singer Sophie B. Hawkins will be at Legends Theatre inside the Route 66 Casino Hotel for one night only on Friday April 13 at 8 pm.