So I finally had the chance to see “A Beautiful Noise, the Neil Diamond Musical” on Tuesday, Jan. 24. And sure, it was fun. Lots of great songs, cute costumes. You should see it.
But the best part was after the show. Will Swenson, who plays Diamond in his prime, announced that this was a very special night because it was the legendary singer-songwriter’s 82nd birthday. So Swenson took out this cell phone and FaceTimed Diamond.
The audience cheered when Diamond said hello, and then we all joined the cast and sang “Happy Birthday” to him. There were streamers falling