Entertainer Randy Parton Issues Statement Regarding New Developments with the State of the Roanoke Rapids Theatre

Entertainer Randy Parton Issues Statement Regarding New Developments with the State of the Roanoke Rapids Theatre

CARY, N.C., Feb. 14 /PRNewswire/ -- The following comments are from entertainer Randy Parton regarding recent developments in the Roanoke Rapids Theatre project (formerly known as the Randy Parton Theatre). These comments are in response to reports that the City of Roanoke Rapids has terminated its relationship with the latest theater management company (UGL-Unicco).

"I think the real problems are starting to be revealed. After three years of sharing with City leaders that financial success would not happen overnight and that there would need to be other businesses open nearby to help the theater become profitable, I believe the light has come on. These realizations were finally confirmed by Mayor Drewery Beale in his comments to the Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald yesterday when he said, '...This hasn't been a mistake... It just takes time.'

"I have never claimed to be a business manager. I am an entertainer. The financial papers released Wednesday clearly show that the success of this theater will be a long term proposition that requires patience and a lot of dedicated partners.

"I hope the City will soon realize that I was an ally and not an enemy in trying to make the theatre a success. That was my intent when I agreed to sign the PMA (Performance and Management Agreement). I know this project can be a success.

"I am hopeful that the City finds the right solution to help the theatre grow and truly become an entertainment destination. This theatre should be about the people in Roanoke Rapids and what's best for them; not the politics of North Carolina."

ABOUT RANDY PARTON: Entertainer Randy Parton is a 30-year entertainment industry veteran. He managed his own theatre show at Dollywood for two decades, has produced a number of music shows with industry partners stretching from Hollywood to Nashville, and has performed in a variety of music venues around the globe. Besides his role as a successful performer and producer, R. Parton has also held success as a songwriter, penning songs including "Cross My Heart" recorded by sister, Dolly Parton, "Fragile" recorded by sister Stella Parton and "Waltz Across Texas" recorded by Mo Brady.

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