HELP ME RHONDA

Hey folks,

It’s been a while.

We’ve actually got a few shows to announce here. You can scroll down for more info. But first let me say one thing: it’s great to see these shows on the calendar. People have been asking me how I’m doing. Thanks for asking! I’m clicking along just fine with the treatment. I’ll share this tidbit: My nurse the other day introduced herself as Rhonda. I said “Help me Rhonda“. And she said, “Sir, I am trying to help you the best I can.” I was tempted to say, “Yeah, so when does Barbara Ann‘s shift start? Let’s party.“ But thought better of it. Three months down and three months to go. Beyond that, if you want to get deeper into the real nitty-gritty on that front, you can follow me over here at Substack: https://chuckprophet.substack.com

Meanwhile, up to the minute details on shows here: http://chuckprophet.com/gigs

So yeah, we love you. All of you. Don’t really KNOW you. But you’re on this list and we love you for that. Meanwhile, there is something I want to share with you.

Temple Beautiful: The Musical is back from Pandemic Purgatory. Sure we lost our producer and our theatre company during the Bad Times, but it gave us time to regroup. “Us” would be me and klip. Without some outside encouragement, we dug into the script, putting our revising hats on. AND we wrote three new songs, including an Opening Number! At the end of April we had an elaborate staged reading at the Sofia: B Street Theatre in Sacramento, with a director and professional actors and everything. We even had a videographer. It was a big success….

Feel free to poke around our brand new website. We have a fancy Timeline and everything. And there are clips from Sacramento, of the new songs. Extra points if you find us a third Producer! You can’t get there without one… If that’s not enough, there was also a feature on the play in The Frisc. You’ll find a link to that on the website too HERE: https://templebeautifulmusical.com

Meanwhile, doctor says I can play. As long as the show is outside. I’m excited about playing with the Stephie, James, Kevin and V. Yeah, The Mission Express. I’m ready to toss a bouquet of roses at each of ‘em. Hope to see you there.

Onwards,

-CP

May We Have Your Attention Please

Dear Friends,

I’m sorry we had to cancel some gigs. But, we wanted to give our “family crisis” immediate attention. I’ve been diagnosed with lymphoma. And yes, it’s a serious illness, but I’m getting great care with Kaiser Permanente and met with my oncologist today and the prognosis is good. In fact, the Doctor says I can go out and play some shows. But to wear a mask. Which is fine with me. Because I’ve discovered that it’s hard for people to tell you’re crying with a mask on.

The love and support from Stephie and my family, friends and bandmates has meant everything to me.

I look forward to seeing you. Check here for updates on shows: www.chuckprophet.com/gigs

Expect short-term disruptions and one helluva make-up tour.

Love to all,

- CP