The history of Prosperous Snow written for the group Reminiscences |
Chubby Checkers The begin seating for the Chubby Checker's show at seven. Like sardines in a can we were packed shoulder-to-shoulder, and seated in kitchen chairs waiting for Chubby to appear. The Carnival Room was crowded, with people waiting for the cocktail waitresses to take their orders. It was a two drink minimum (either alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages) to be set on circular tables (smaller than a night stand) shared by six people. The Carnival room was decorated by scenes from the Mota Gra painted into the recesses in the walls, and lit by a single light set directly above each picture. The spot light came on, winked three or four times, then the gold curtain rose. Chubby Checkers greeted the audience then sang From Here To Eternity, followed by The Other Side of Nashville. After The Other Side of Nashville the beat of the songs picked up. Mr. Checkers was dressed in blue genes, boots, and a blue gene jacket over a red t-shirt. Because they were so tight, he had trouble keeping his genes zipped. Other songs were The Twist, Huckle-Buckin' with You, Do The Huckle-Buck, Monie Baronnie, etc. Poet's Note: ▼ |