“A Beautiful Noise,” which celebrates the life and career of Neil Diamond, details the Jewish musician’s journey from his early days as a struggling singer-songwriter to becoming a worldwide sensation.
The show explores themes of love, fame and personal battles, using his music to convey key moments in his life, including his relationships and the challenges he faced. It aims to capture not just his achievements but also the emotional depth behind his songwriting and features classic songs such as “Sweet Caroline,” “Cracklin’ Rosie” and “Song Sung Blue,” providing a nostalgic experience for fans.
To test your knowledge of the life and times of this living legend, we offer 10 trivia questions to see how you fare. And we apologize in advance if the music and lyrics to “Sweet Caroline” are stuck in your head all day.
Question 1: What year was Neil Diamond born?
Question 2: What was Neil Diamond’s first major hit single, released in 1966?
Question 3: Which Neil Diamond song was famously covered by UB40 in 1983?
Question 4: In what year was Neil Diamond inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
Question 5: Neil Diamond wrote the song “I’m a Believer” for which band, which became a massive hit in 1966?
Question 6: What is the title of Neil Diamond’s 1971 album that features the hit song “Cracklin’ Rosie”?
Question 7: Which Neil Diamond song is often associated with the 1980 film “The Jazz Singer”?
Question 8: What is the name of Neil Diamond’s autobiography, released in 2004?
Question 9: How many Top 10 hits did Neil Diamond have on Billboard’s Top 100?
Question 10: What is Neil Diamond’s “real” name?
‘A Beautiful Noise’
When: Oct. 29-Nov. 10
Where: The Fox Theatre, 524 N. Grand Ave.
How much: $37-$135
More info: www.fabulousfox.com/events
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