Aw, it was 19 Somethin’
On September 30, country music icon Mark Wills performed his greatest hits on the Ragland stage to open the RRT’s 2022-23 performance season. (Images by Anonda Rae for Basin Beat)
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - On Friday, September 30, Mark Wills took the crowd of the Ross Ragland Theater back to “19 Something.” The country music artist and member number 218 of the Grand Ol Opry performed his greatest hits, as well as songs ready to be released with the attendees.
Wills’ genuine nature took over as the crowd playfully exchanged banter and the audience could feel the excitement that pulsated through the theater. Wills recognized several attendees who made several of his shows during his tour and even recreated a photo with a fan that saw him at 6 years old.
“My favorite part of the night was the last song - when everyone got to stand up and dance,” stated Karley Grandy, sharing the night with her soon-to-be husband on a date night. “My fiancé got hit in the throat with a pick,” she exclaimed. “We will treasure it forever.”
Wills tossed several guitar picks into the energetic crowd, where a few lucky attendees got a one-of-a-kind souvenir.
Grandy added, “I thought his performance was awesome. I loved the things he said about our country too; and especially loved the gratitude he showed to our military service members. I will definitely see him again.”
Wills continues his United States tour in Georgia, Virginia, and Texas. He will soon perform at the Grand Ol Opry stage on November 19.
Up next for the Ross Ragland Theater on October 9 is the film Vox Lux, part of the Ragland Film Series. On October 16, Mania! A Beatles Concert Experience takes over the Ragland. Then on October 21, Retro Room Records returns with another fantastic comedy night. This time featuring SNL legend, Victoria Jackson.
