"Return to Paradise" A Tribute to the Music of STYX

Enjoy an evening with "Return to Paradise" A Tribute to the Music of STYX on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 7pm with special guest "Best Shot" A Tribute to Pat Benatar.

"Return to Paradise" is comprised of Sean Minardi (Drums/Synth/Backing-Lead Vocals), Anthony Paul (Lead Vocals), James Erickson (Guitar/Vocals), Ron Torina (Guitars), Rob Epstein (Keyboards), and Joe Mendozza (Bass/Vocals). Anthony recreates the signature voices of both Dennis DeYoung and Tommy Shaw. Rob plays keyboards utilizing sounds designed himself from the ground up in order to reproduce Dennis DeYoung's famous analog tones that he is known for. Guitarists James and Ron dynamically emulate the riffs, leads, and dual harmonies that Styx fans will easily recognize. Driving the beat is the thunderous rhythm section comprised of Sean and Joe who play as tightly as a unit as the Brothers Panozzo once did, while also lending their voices to the trademark Styx aural soundscape.

"Return to Paradise" has not only been recognized as the closest thing to being at a Styx concert, but also as one of the most entertaining live acts combining their theatrical presentation, accurate musicianship, complex live vocal arrangements, and often-times enthusiastic audience sing-alongs! Return to Paradise ensures everyone in attendance partakes in our celebration of the music of American Icons Styx.

"Best Shot" is a dynamic live tribute to one of the most influential female rock vocalists of all time, the great Pat Benatar. The band recreates a classic Benatar concert featuring note-for-note renditions by stellar lead vocalist, Melissa Lotardo. Melissa impeccably recreates Pat Benatar’s classic look and sound from her 80’s heyday.

Audiences will thrill to Melissa’s renditions of Pat Benatar’s greatest hits including Shadows of the Night, Heartbreaker, Love Is a Battlefield, and all the rest.

Best Shot will keep their Promises in the Dark! Melissa -Lead Vocals, Jerry G-Lead guitar, Jeff C- Keys and back up vox, Rob Curry- Bass, and Tom Christie- Drums.

Tickets are $25-$45 (+fees) and can be purchased online at www.thetheateratnorth.com or in person at the box office: Tuesdays 11am-2pm, Wednesdays 11am-2pm, Thursdays 3pm-6pm, and on the day of the show starting at 5pm.

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