Line Up Set For Docs Who Rock Show

Docs Who RockTM 7, United Way of Summit County’s physician talent show, sponsored by The University of Akron, will be held at E.J. Thomas Hall on Saturday, October 30, beginning at 7:00 pm.

Tickets for the show go on sale on August 30 at E.J. Thomas box office or at ticketmaster.com for $12 or $25 for seats in the ‘Surgical Arena’ section (so you can see them operate up close). Another option for hungry music fans is ‘Take Two With Food,’ which includes two Surgical Arena seats and a $50 gift certificate to Luigi’s Restaurant for just $80. For more information, visit www.docswhorock.com.

The event is an opportunity for local doctors to showcase their musical talents. Since 2006, the University of Akron has served as sponsor of Docs Who Rock, making it possible to use beautiful E.J. Thomas Hall.

One of the highlights of this year’s show is the much anticipated return to the Docs Who Rock stage of Dr. Terry Gordon performing with the band Aquarius Rising. Over the years, Dr. Gordon has imitated a variety of pop culture icons, including Rod Stewart, Austin Powers, Mick Jagger Michael Jackson, Barry Manilow and Tina Turner. His character (or perhaps characters) for the 2010 show is a closely guarded secret. Dr. Gordon was unable to perform in the Docs Who Rock show for the past two years, and his return is welcome news for the many fans of his delightful antics.

Ten acts will be competing in the show to be named champion of Docs Who Rock. Each band features at least one Doctor (M.D. or D.O.) who lives or practices in Summit County. The acts are: Collideascope featuring Dr. Rob Hermanowski; Zopbapago featuring Dr. Eric Jagar and Dr. Tony Sterns; Malunion featuring Dr. Michael Magoline; HCC Café Band featuring Dr. Richard Brower and Dr. Troy Sand; Code Blues featuring Dr. Paul LeCat, and Dr. Debbie Plate; Freez R Burn featuring Dr. Dennis Wright, Jersey featuring Dr. Joe Pietrolungo; The TH&C Band featuring Dr. Tim Lee; and solo performances by Dr. Todd Beyer; and Dr. Akida Green. In addition, last year’s champion The Rhythm Method, featuring Dr. Fred Slezak, Dr. Tom Javorsky and Dr. Joe Pietrolungo, will perform, but won’t be competing for the championship.

Bob Kulinski, United Way of Summit County President said, “The buzz that this event creates each fall is phenomenal, and the reason is it’s a great cause combined with a great show. Our partnership with Dr. Luis Proenza and the University of Akron enables us to showcase these talented physician/musicians – including Dr. Terry Gordon – in a world-class facility like E.J. Thomas Hall.”

United Way of Summit County encourages everyone to LIVE UNITED. Each of us has the power to improve lives and advance the common good when we give, advocate and volunteer. For more information on how to give now, on programs and services in our community, or to volunteer, call your United Way of Summit County at (330) 762-7601, visit our website at www.uwsummit.org, or come to our offices at 90 N. Prospect St., Akron, Ohio.