Paranormal Percussion is scheduled to return to The Covey for a series of performances on Oct. 30 and Oct. 31, according to a September 30 statement. The production aims to provide a family-oriented Halloween experience through a combination of explosive percussion, theatrical lighting, and comedic elements.
The upcoming shows are designed to appeal to multiple generations, including adults, teenagers, and young children. The musical lineup will include themes from Jaws, Psycho, Ghostbusters, Thriller, and The Addams Family. Additionally, one medley will combine themes from The Nightmare Before Christmas, The Phantom of the Opera, and Halloween.
Nickle, the creator of the show, stated that the production uses new arrangements, visual ideas, and character interactions each year. The performance includes percussion played on a variety of instruments and objects, as well as a seasonal solo performed using a looping machine.
A new element for this year's production is the inclusion of local high school percussionists and young musicians performing alongside the professional company. Selected students from local programs, such as those led by Nate Anderson Productions and percussion instructor Heath Edwards, will participate in individual performances.
Nate Anderson, a local drum instructor and performer, noted that performing at The Covey provides students with the opportunity to experience professional-level production from the inside.
The schedule for the Provo performances includes a show on Friday, Oct. 30, and another on Saturday, Oct. 31, which will include a Saturday afternoon performance. This timing is intended to allow families to attend the show before continuing with Halloween traditions like trick-or-treating.
As an incentive, audience members who arrive wearing a Halloween costume will be eligible to receive a 10% discount on merchandise at the show.
The production is described as a full Halloween spectacle where music, comedy, costumes, characters, lighting, fog, and rhythm all converge.
