SUMMER CONCERT SERIES SIZZLES AT MUSIC THEATRE OF CT

Forget the air conditioning and go where the Hot Summer Nights are sizzling with splendor and the a.c. is still on high, at Music Theatre of Connecticut in Norwalk for a series of Saturday Night concerts sure to light up your summer with song and sensational sounds. Starting off the season is a patriotic salute in “Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue” on Saturday, June 24 at 8 p.m. when David Maiocco wraps himself in ermine and glamour, in sparkles and sequins, as that great piano master Liberace takes center stage. With flamboyance and flair, David will stroke the ivories and croon as that inimitable entertainer, with songs and stories, to entertain in bigger than life fashion. His costumes alone are to die for. Up next is Frank Mastrone on Saturday, July 8, a singer and actor with a ton of Broadway credentials. Not only will he perform hits of the 1970’s and today, he will serenade the audience with a moving Tribute to Burt Bacharach who left a legacy of show tunes. The magic of Sue Matsuki will follow on Saturday, July 15 as she delights with tunes with jazz at their heart and center. Sue will grace the evening with the great sounds of Ella Fitzgerald, Eydie Gorme and Peggy Lee, a stunning trio of jazz legends. Sue is an award-winning singer and songwriter, host, producer, educator, columnist and co-author of “So You Want to Sing Cabaret." Want a good laugh or three then show up on Saturday, July 29 for Treehouse Comedy Night with the humor of KP Burke, Zach Braze and Maya Manion on the merry menu. Goodness knows, we all need to discover the silliness of life on a daily basis. This trio will fill your prescription for fun. Completing the series of concerts is Mia Scarpa on Saturday, August 5 with her personal one woman tribute to Miss Garland, “Just Judy.” As a true fan, she will share her icon’s biggest hits. So “Get Happy” “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” where bluebirds fly and troubles melt like lemon drops. For tickets, call Music Theatre of CT., 509 Westport Avenue, Norwalk at 203-454-3883 or online at musictheatreofct.com/buy-tickets. Tickets are $45-55 for most shows, with a free drink included in the comedy evening. All shows are at 8 p.m. Here are five wonderful opportunities to light up your summer with Broadway, jazz and laughter. Schedule them now.