The Newton Theatre presents The Rod Experience featuring Carmine Appice and Rick St. James



(NEWTON, NJ) — The Newton Theatre presents The Rod Experience featuring Carmine Appice and Rick St. James on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 8:00pm.  This is the first of its kind- a historical tribute to Rod Stewart  and the only one to feature a former member of his band. This show is a replica of  Rod Stewart’s world tour shows from the 70’s and early 80’s. The set list features Rod  Stewart’s biggest hits from that era, and the production includes multimedia elements  and historical trivia.

Rod Stewart said this about Carmine Appice: “He was in my band because I found him to be a brilliant  drummer. And he wouldn’t have been there if he wasn’t special.  People love characters in Rock N Roll, and Carmine was a real  character. He still is!!”

For seven years they were close collaborators writing, recording and thrilling millions of  fans. Rod Stewart was at the very top of his game in terms of chart success, and sheer  numbers of tickets sold worldwide. And by his side during those most crucial years was Carmine Appice.

Now, decades later, Carmine says he “missed playing those songs live” after seeing a  recent Rod Stewart concert. Now, Appice has recreated the magic of that classic Rod Stewart show with acclaimed Rod tribute star Rick St. James. The show is so close to what fans experienced in that period of the late 1970s and early 1980s, the audience will be transported back to a time and place where the magic came alive for the first time. 

Among the classics performed: “Do Ya Think I’m Sexy”; “Young Turks” (both co-written  with Appice); “Sailing”, “You’re In My Heart,” “”Passion,” “Tonight’s The Night,” “Hot  Legs,” “Maggie May,” and many more! 

The Rod Experience is not just a tribute; it’s a trip back in time to the legendary period  of Rod Stewart, created and spearheaded by a person who was part of it.

Tickets range from $44-$59 and are available for purchase online starting August 4, 2023 at 10:00am.

The Newton Theatre is located at 234 Spring Street in Newton, New Jersey. The historic theatre was founded in 1924. It is a beautifully restored 605 seat performing arts center in the heart of Sussex County, presenting diverse programming, including world-renowned music acts, comedians, family productions, holiday shows and much more.