Evelyn and the Polka King
by John Olive, Carl Finch, Bob Lucas
Synopsis
Here is the world's first polka musical.
Evelyn, an intense 18 year old from Texas, has just discovered that dethroned polka king Hank Czerniak is her father.
They unite Hank's legendary band and hit the road looking for Evelyn's mother.
Part detective story and part caper comedy, this is a father daughter love story and an exuberant celebration of polka passion.
Originally commissioned by the Mad River Theatre Works in Ohio, it has had successful runs from coast to coast.
Press Reviews
"Wonderfully warm and loony."
— Milwaukee Journal "A comedy with lilt and tang [and] ... cheerful charm." - Variety
"The winding road ... is spiced and interlaced with lively music."
— Chicago Tribune
Publication
Evelyn and the Polka King is a play written by John Olive and published by Concord Theatricals (1996).
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Concord Theatricals · 1996 · 75 pp
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