It goes without saying that the “Unauthorized Musical Parody Of…” series at the Rockwell Table & Stage is loved by everyone and the brilliant series gathers fans, critics and celebs together to enjoy a fabulous night out featuring awesome music, great laughs and a whole lot of fun. The “Unauthorized Musical Parody Of…” series (aka UMPO) has done spoofs on some of the best blockbuster hits including UMPO: Home Alone, UMPO: Clueless, UMPO: Jurassic Park, UMPO: Hocus Pocus, and many others. Now, the fantastic series is taking everyone to the Upside Down with its marvelous, new show, UMPO: Stranger Things! Combine a highly-acclaimed, cult classic of a Netflix show along with hilarious jokes and exceptional, live music and you are definitely in for a super fun and extraordinary night at the Rockwell Table & Stage.
It’s clear to see that Stranger Things has reached an unprecedented amount of success, so it’s only right for writer and executive producer, Kate Pazakis to put her UMPO flair onto the show. Kate Pazakis is a true genius and she never fails to bring together her great wit and her unrivaled writing talent to create the masterpieces we all know and love as the UMPO series. Kate Pazakis manages to surpass UMPO attendees’ expectations each and every time. Each show continues to get better and better. Whether you’re attending your first UMPO show or your 23rd one, each UMPO experience is unique and unlike any other.
Speaking of unique, Kate Pazakis and the whole UMPO: Stranger Things cast went above and beyond to make this show an unforgettable experience. UMPO shows are known for being incredibly interactive. Attendees find themselves getting up close and personal with cast-members and see them singing and dancing along right next to them. In fact, you might even find yourself being a part of the show too! Well, in UMPO: Stranger Things interactivity is brought to another level. This show borrows from the classic Choose Your Own Adventure series of books and allows the audience to roll oversize dice to determine what will happen next in the show. Needless to say, this truly makes for an exciting show and both the cast and audience are left with the mystery of what is yet to come.
As you’re munching on your delicious food or sipping your tasty drinks at the Rockwell Table & Stage, spectacular entertainment is happening right before your eyes. The exceptional cast bringing UMPO: Stranger Things to life includes Marissa Jaret Winokur, Garrett Clayton, Emma Hunton, Owain Rhys-Davies, Lana Mckissack Moore, Damon Gravina, Sterling Sulieman, Chris Chatman, Kelley Jakle and Eric Petersen. The cast is truly one-of-a-kind and their outstanding talents make the UMPO: Stranger Things show so enjoyable to watch. You’re seriously never going to want this remarkable show to end!
The sensational show is filled with tons of hit songs that will instantaneously make you want to dance and sing along. Songs featured in the show include David Bowie’s “Dance Magic Dance,” Corey Hart’s “I Wear My Sunglasses At Night,” Cyndi Lauper’s “Time After Time” and countless others. The band is extraordinary and the cast does a stellar job performing all of the songs in the show.
UMPO: Stranger Things brought in many celebrities who joined in on the fun. Celebs including Anna Kendrick, Chrissie Fit, Anna Camp, Adam McArthur, Brooke Lewis, Victoria Konefal, Jacob Hopkins and many more had a phenomenal time attending the show.
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UMPO: Stranger Things will make you laugh until your stomach hurts and will make you want to sing your heart out. This wonderful show is one of the best of the best and you’re not going to want to miss out on it. UMPO: Stranger Things will give you the 80’s nostalgia you’ve been yearning for, so be sure to gather up your friends and family members and get your tickets here to see UMPO: Stranger Things. By popular demand, UMPO: Stranger Things has extended its run to December 2, 2018 with shows on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Check out some more pictures below from the UMPO: Stranger Things show!
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Photo Credits: Bryan Carpender
