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A man in black plays tribute to country legend Johnny Cash

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BY MARK SCHANTZ

THE SUNCOAST NEWS

Published: October 31, 2009

TARPON SPRINGS - Dave Smith, a local singer who bears a striking resemblance to the legendary Johnny Cash, brings "The Man In Black" to the Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center this Wednesday and Saturday, as part of his "Legends of the Road: Johnny Cash Tribute series.

Smith brings the Man in Black back to life. He is an incredible look-and sound-alike performer, well-known for perfecting Johnny Cash's unique voice, moves, humor, likeability and that larger-than-life stage presence, said Gen Haley, city Cultural Services spokeswoman.

Haley said those who have attended Smith's shows say he puts forth a fabulous performance that is wonderfully nostalgic.

Another local talent, Michelle Sund, brings the music of another country legend, Patsy Cline, to the Tarpon Springs stage.

Their concerts are at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4 and at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Tarpon Springs Performing Arts Center, 324 Pine St.

Reserved seating tickets are $16 for non members, $14 for members and $12 for students.

They are available online at www.tarponarts.org or call the box office at 727-942-5605.

Mark Schantz can be reached at 727-815-1075 or mschantz@suncoastnews.com.

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