Jack Foltyn is a versatile and energetic entertainer whose shows have won him a devoted following from the East Coast to the West Coast.
Fresh from a very successful summer tour as Elvis in “Idols of the King,” Jack's performances are not limited to music by Elvis, but include blues rock'n roll, country, gospel, doo-wop and other standards. Audiences from ages eight to eighty find magic in his music. His August concerts of Gospel and Elvis Presley music at the Plaza Theatre in Garland have become a popular, highly anticipated event and play to sell-out audiences .
The talented Foltyn and his American Dream band have a new CD, “American Dream Trilogy – Vol I” featuring “One Night With You,” On sale NOW. Vol II will be ready in time for the Holidays and will include the long anticipated “American Trilogy.” Look for Vol III in the Spring.
Taking on the role of Elvis in "Idols of the King" was more than a fleeting avocation for Mr. Foltyn. He is touring with his own show "Foltyn‘s American Dream". His performance as Elvis has been, approved by Graceland , critically acclaimed by reviewers, and applauded by fans.
The Williams County Sun reviewer, Jerry Cates, said, “His gifted voice, combined with a spirited, charming masculinity, makes him a favorite of the ladies. One cannot help but compare his gyrating dance not only with the King but with the likes of John Travolta at his best.”
The Reviews Are In…
Idols of the King
Jack originally played the role of Elvis Presley for author, Ronnie Claire Edwards in 2004 and has earned the coveted "Approved by Graceland" seal of approval! He has performed Elvis all over the country.
He has performed Elvis all over the country but is now making his first appearance at the Foothills Theatre. He has just finished closing Christmas In Graceland which he wrote, directed and choreographed. His past credits include the Best Original Musical Walk A Mile In My Shoes, which he also choreographed and directed. Other theatre credits include: Stanley Kowalski in Streetcar Named Desire, Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls (for which he won Best Supporting Actor). Billis in South Pacific, which he also choreographed. Recent film credits include the lead role of Jeremy in Bicycle Bobby, an independent film for which he wrote and won ‘Best Soundtrack'. Jack recently won Best All Round Entertainer of the year in the Dallas Texas Expose' Awards.
"If a show were judged by sexual heat and charisma alone, Foothills Theatre's production of Idols of the King would melt every atom of snow and ice blanketing New England."
"Jack Foltyn unequivocally embodies the entertaining spirit of the King... He's a pulsating presence every minute he's onstage, a scintillating marriage of movement and voice flexing each song in unpredictable directions, working the audience into an appreciative lather."
-Worcester Telegram and Gazette
"Russell Garrett's production ... is lively, the songs are timeless, and the audience ... was delighted-especially when "Elvis" roamed through the audience kissing every one of the women."
-Valley Advocate
"This is a show that should get you rockin' and rollin' until your winter blues disappear."
-Metrowest Daily News
The Sanford Herald Review
Excerpts from The Sanford Herald Review dated June 16, 2005
Cape Fear Regional Theatre, Fayetteville, North Carolina
Foltyn proves one more that he has the unerring instincts and abilities needed to mount an unforgettable spectacle
Jack Foltyn, who’s been portraying Presley since April 2000 under the blessing of Graceland, is the quintessential acrobatic, hip-wiggling, leg-shaking bomb-shell who burst on the scene in the 1950’s, fusing country and blues music into the style known as rockabilly. With is swiveling and shimmying, he’s primal energy unleashed. And, what a set of pipes he has!
“Don’t be Cruel,” “Shake, Rattle and Roll,” “Return to Sender,” “I Can’t Stop Loving You,” “Are You Lonesome Tonight” are a few of the cherished favorites Foltyn performs with trademark moves to the audiences’ raucous cheering and spontaneous clapping. Bare-chested and sexy, his wardrobe is a peerless fashion parade. Outfits ranging from skin-tight, red bespangled bell bottoms with reptilian cowboy boots to an assortment of figure-hugging jumpsuits – beaded and fringed white silk, suggestive midnight-black, glittering gold and a shade of heavenly blue.
The closing musical tribute to America, introduced by the “2001L Space Odyssey” theme, is a stirring medley that includes “Dixie,” “Battle Hymn of the Republic,” How Great Thou Art,” “Softly and Tenderly” and “America.” Loving it with unrestrained enthusiasm the audience finally goes totally wild when the King of Rock ’n’ Roll launches into his record-breaking rendition of “Hound Dog.
It will thrill longtime fans and garner a whole new generation of Elvis’ aficionados.
Sierra Mountain Times September, 2009
Finishing a Season with The Unauthorized Rolling Stones Tribute and Jack Foltyn
Story and photo by Kay Crow
The following Friday, September 11, Jack Foltyn officially closed the Theatre with his Elvis Tribute. When Jack sang “Can’t Help Falling in Love” couples in the audience got up and swayed to the beautifully sung ballad. Other Elvis songs that Foltyn performed included: “Love Me Tender” and “That’s All Right, Mama“. A major highlight of the evening was when Jack sang a special 9/11 tribute that included “God Bless America” and asked the audience to join in. He gave it all he had, typical Foltyn style. More than that, Foltyn is expanding his repertoire. Not only can he sing and move like “THE KING”, his appearance is softened and at the end of this show, he changed into his jeans and white shirt and sang other artists’ songs, like an Otis Redding favorite, Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls of Fire”, Little Richard’s 1955 hit “Tutti Frutti”, and the Beatles “Get Back”. This new side of Foltyn that many have not seen before is very refreshing and invigorating. Jack Foltyn is more than an Elvis tribute; he is a true performer and entertainer!
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