On Stage: Nelson meets life challenges with new music

By Denny Dyroff, Entertainment Editor, The Times Ryan “Gooch” Nelson If you googled the word “resiliency,” an appropriate entry in the search results would be a picture of Ryan “Gooch” Nelson. Nelson has suffered several major physical and medical setbacks. Back in 2004, he was paralyzed in a truck accident. In addition to being a quadriplegic, he had to deal with leukemia a few years...

On Stage: Finding Neverland

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times Finding Neverland Casual fans of touring Broadway shows are usually very happy with a season line-up that includes standards and old favorites. Give them a roster of shows such as “Phantom of the Opera,” “Annie,” “Beauty and the Beast” and “Cats” and they’re satisfied. More serious fans look for new shows each season – shows that have...