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The St. Clare Theater will be hosting Syracuse's first performance by Johhny Diamond's Johnny Cash Tribute show on July 12. The show features a full band performing all of Johnny Cash's beloved hits, all while a videography is displayed behind them telling the story of the legend's life.
Syracuse's local low-cost spay/neuter clinic (SANS) and the area's largest shelter, the CNY SPCA will both be benefiting from the show. One dollar from each ticket will go to each of the organizations. Also, representatives will be on hand to give you a better idea about how these wonderful organizations are run.

WHAT: Johhny Cash Tribute Show with special guest Tori Sparks
WHEN: July 12, 2008 Doors open at 7pm, Showtime 730pm
WHERE: St. Clare Theater, 812 North Salina St (behind Assumption Church)
TICKETS: $10 in advance, $12 at the Door Contact 315-491-4699 or go to www.myspace.com/upstateentertainment.

Johnny Diamond's real name is Tim Ceaser. Tim has been studying Johnny Cash since he was a young boy. He has his look and voice down perfectly. He has gained national attention and has played to sold out theaters and casinos throughout the country.

Nashville recording artist Tori Sparks (www.torisparks.com) will be opening the show. Beer and wine will be available to those 21+.

Tickets are $12 at the door. The 300 seat St. Clare Theater is located right behind The Assumption Church off Salina Street. You can get to the parking lot from Lodi or Towndsend. When facing the church from Salina Street, the parking and theater are to your left.

Tim started playing guitar and learning Johhny Cash songs when he was only 5. When Tim was in his early teens, he would call random phone numbers. When people answered, he would say,"Hello, I'm Johnny Cash" and play a verse or two of Folsom Prison Blues. Tim says, "The people would giggle and sometimes ask me to call back when everyone was home, because they all loved Johnny Cash". People often ask Tim if he channels the spirit of Johhny Cash after his live shows.