The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Show

For the last show at the Star Plaza they put on a really great show. Too bad the place is being torn down. It will be missed.

They put on a great show! Loved the music and entertainment! I took my 72 year old mom and she had a great time!

These guys are still incredible! Voices as strong as ever! Especially enjoyed the part where they sat in the rocking chairs. It felt like we were all just sitting around jamming with them. You can see that they truly believe the words they sing.

Overall, we were very pleased with our concert experience. The Oak Ridge Boys are still fantastic and we were thrilled that they are willing to not only admit they are Christians but are proud enough of it to celebrate it with their audience! The only thing I would change was some of the audience. I am very allergic to perfumes/fragrances and we had several patrons nearby that did not heed the request to abstain from wearing perfume. This definitely affected my ability to fully enjoy the concert.

Oak Ridge Boys were fantastic! The same lineup from the 70s are still going strong as ever. Y'All Come Back Saloon and El Vira were awesome! "My Son" was a complete show stopper. Peterbilt Sleigh was so much fun. We feel like we got WAY more than we bargained for!

The show was great!!!!!! Fun, energetic, great to hear the old songs and some of the Christmas songs! Loved the kids received santa hats!

Enjoyed the concert. The band was a little too loud and was hard to understand the performers and I don't have a hearing problem. I had heard them at the Canyon County fair a few years back they were excellent. Enjoyed the Christmas section as they sang songs that you don't normally hear.

Not only did they do the "hits" but the Christmas show was so much fun. This is "comfort food" for the soul. I hope they come back to Boise again next year!!!

The Oak Ridge Boys always put on a Great Show. Can't wait till they are back in Boise

Was a relaxing concert. Not sure I would go again.

I'm not a fan of The Oak Ridge Boys - don't dislike them, but it's just not my type of music. But some friends treated my wife and me to their Christmas concert in 2013, and it was one of the best I've ever been to. Although we weren't able to go again when they were back in 2013, I would go again in a heartbeat.

Couldn't have seen a better performance!! Enjoyable to listen to as well as instilling the Christmas spirt with songs to inspire the season. If you heard their songs 40 years ago and liked their music, it's still the quality music. The guys have aged, but haven't we all. Even though - - - they put on a whell of a performance and we would recommend anyone to go to it if you like country music. Their Christmas music was awesome.

I took my sister to see the Christmas program at TPAC in Topeka a few years back, and we had so much fun! If I was to pass away tomorrow it would be high on my list of most enjoyable moments. Go to the show and be ready to enjoy some oldies, some newer stuff, and a LOT of Christmas cheer.

i took my mom to them at our fair years ago and it was the worst concert i have ever been to !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it was so borning and they just stood there the whole time and didnt move and barley talked to us! i seriously wanted my money back! DO NOT EVEN WASTE YOUR TIME AND MONEY!

It was an excellent concert. They pulled out all the stops and did lots of great Christmas songs plus their hits,Santa Claus,and the Oaks sharing memories of what Christmas means to them. It was bittersweet however since this was the last concert at Star Plaza. Many wonderful memories of attending so many great concerts there and a great facility including the hotel. The powers that be should reconsider and renovate the theater and add a high end hotel.

One of the best shows I have seen, they are amazing and the Star Plaza is one the top of my list of great places for seeing this type of show, It should stay open for many more years.

First before I talk about the show have to say it s sad to see the Star Plaza closing. It has great sight lines and a great sound system. Northwest Indiana will miss having this venue. Now the show it was part Christmas part greatest hits. Yes I know they say it s a Christmas Show, but they could have played more than 6 or 7 hits and a patriotic indulgence. It could have been so much more since this was the 111th time they performed here. It was fine but it could have been memorable.

Excellent choice of songs and staging. Really liked the falling snow during the Christmas half of the show! Great singing and blended harmonies.

love, love love them. I have never seen then live before. What was I waiting for?! Love them, they were great!

Very good concert. The Boys voices are great as ever.

We thoroughly enjoyed the show, especially the second half. The sets were beautiful, and the reminiscing time spent in the rocking chairs was sweet. It was a good mix of favorite oldies and Christmas favorites. The show started out with the band being too loud and drowning out the singers as is often the case, but the mix settled out and was good for the rest of the show. It would have been fun to have some of the older 70s or so shots of the Boys projected on the jumbotrons.

Every year we go to some type of a Christmas event. We have found that it really helps with getting into the Holiday spirit. This concert was enjoyed by all 8 of us. Thanks for the great show and venue.

The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas concert was the best Christmas gift I ever gave myself. Thoroughly enjoyed it, what a great evening. Exceeded my expectations. Would recommend it for anyone to see that grew up listening to their music.

Their concert was totally awesome. They never disappoint!!!

Went to the show with my Mom and sisters and we had a great time and our seats were amazing! They played a great mix of their classics along with some beautiful Christmas music. We all loved the show!!

Appreciated the shout outs to our Vets and emergency service people and the great mix of old and new Christmas music! A fun evening out in a chilly December to find some Christmas spirit!

Started out slow in first half of performance. More than made up for it in second half with the Christmas songs, background effects and of course Santa Claus!

The Oak Ridge Boys we're amazing, for their age. They have been together for over 40years. Still going strong. Sang alot of my favorite songs.

Hi I went to see the OakRidge Boys with four friends. This is the second time we have seen them at "The Island". They were great. Playing old songs and great Christmas songs. Most were knew and wonderful. The place was Packed. They played to every age group and Faith Group. Also remembered our Vets of whom my son is one. Many young people also. I think Country is very popular and not so Raunchy! The only downfall was getting out of the parking lot!

They never disappoint. They not only sing but entertain. Always high energy. I go see them whenever they come near by. The Tennessee Theater is an amazing venue.

This was a really fun show. While their voices may be fading a bit, their spirit and humanity makes up for it 1000 times over. My favorite line of the evening was the comment that they sing in harmony and live in harmony. Sure wish the world would learn something from them!

Great show especially enjoyed the rocking chair segment where you got to know the guys individually a little bit

The Tennessee theatre is absolutely gorgeous and very comfortable to watch a show. The Oak Ridge boys were tremendous and the crowd showed it. It was a great evening ! I would definitely recommend both the Tennessee Theatre and a show to see the Oak Ridge boys. The entire show was enjoyable.

The Show was Great!! The Guys still have it! They were Funny and kept you Entertained Loved hearing some Old Hits and Christmas Songs together was very well done!! MERRY CHRISTMAS TO THE OAKRIDGE BOYS!!

At 75 years of age, I had never seen the Oak Ridge Boys in concert, so I was excited to finally catch an act which had produced so many memorable hits in the 60's and 70's. Not what I expected at all. These guys come across as a bunch of silly old men trying to substitute antics for fading talent. Yes, there were good moments, and Richard Sterban's low register bass is still amazing to hear. In fact, if these guys would just cut out the hoop-la and sing they could still be a pretty appealing act. Joe Bonsall jumping around like he's had one too many Red Bulls, fanning his guitarist's guitar and constantly grinning like a cheshire cat just didn't cut it for me. The sound system was also not well managed...way too much volume for their style of music. Sorry guys, you either need to re-vamp your act or go fishing, and I heard a number of similar comments on the way out the door.

Oak Ridge Boys can still sing . At times , their music overpowers their voice . They dont need that as other aging groups do .

Maybe it was the sound system but for the first half of the show (the non Christmas songs) the band was so loud I couldn't hear the singing. Awful. The second half was much better.

Awesome, grew up listening to these guys on radio in knoxville Tn. Very well done production, they still have it! The gospel songs at the end were great.

Loved the first set of their hits then the Christmas portion. Made you laugh and cry

The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Concert was awesome. They always bring so much energy and joy to their shows.

Excellent show and great venue at the Tennessee Theater

Wonderful Show! Three generations of our family enjoyed the Christmas show. I have seen many Oaks shows but was the first for my Mom and youngest Son. Night was enjoyed by all!

Tired and unimaginative show. Careless attire, harmony hiccups, stage props/background high school caliber. Saw these same guys in Madison WI 25 years ago and they were great...lots of energy then...they loved performing. Today, not so much.

Regardless of their age. They are tireless when performing for their fans. Their love of performing shows in every song.

What an enjoyable evening they looked and sounded great first half was regular songs from there years second half was a tastefully well done and performed Christmas songs the set was beautiful the snow falling was a nice touch the set with the fireplace and tree complete with rocking chairs made you feel like you were right in a living room. Thank you for a great evening

The show was amazing. I could watch it over and over. Love me some bass singer.

This was my first time to see the Oaks in concert, but I've been a huge fan since" Y'all Come Back Saloon". Through the amazing talent they've been given they are able to convey their love of family, country,God and each other. Best concert since George Jones!! William Lee Golden was gracious enough to let us take a picture with him. Thanks for a wonderful evening.

I'm a bit bias as The Oak Ridge Boys are my favorite artists. Seen em 16 times. This show did not disappoint. From the greatest hits portion to the Christmas tunes...It was marvelous. The Oaks are a national treasure.

Fantastic concert! Kept a light-hearted, fun-filled mood and atmosphere throughout the whole show!

The Oak Ridge Boys put on another fabulous concert in Merrillville, Indiana. They started off with an hour of Oak Ridge Boys songs, followed by a 20 minute intermission, and then another hour+ of Christmas songs. The audience sang along throughout both portions of the show. I believe they said they have performed at this venue over 200 times, and I believe some of the people there have attended each performance.

My Mom has been a big fan since their Oak Ridge Quartet days. We have seen their shows for years and they can really get you in the holiday spirit. It's fun to watch my sweet Mother tap her feet and quietly mouth the words to their songs.

1st ever Oak Ridge Boys event. True American patriots, Christian witness and legendary Singers. Don't miss them!!

This is the second Oak Ridge Boys concert we have attended this year - and this one was just as great as the first. We enjoyed hearing some of the "oldies but goodies" before they turned the second act into a Christmas Wonderland. The Christmas music chosen was special and we really enjoyed the "sitting by the fire" scene, where the guys talked about their Christmas memories. Almost 2 hours of solid singing. Add to that twinkling lights, snow and, yes, Santa, what more could you want to get you ready for the holiday season!

It was a great evening from start to finish. First, the Milwaukee Theater is a beautiful venue. The aisles are wide and the seat accommodated my hips and my winter jacket! The building itself is impressive and very impressive. We are lucky to have such an outstanding showplace in Milwaukee! The Oak Ridge Boys divide their Christmas Special into two parts. The first part is a compendium of many of their big hits, including Elvira!. The second part is a more traditional Christmas party, although not limited to the usual Christmas Carols. I particularly loved the Fireside Chat segment, where each of the Boys shares with us memories of Christmas growing, up, from Texas, through the Southern USA and all the way to New Jersey. That's right one of the Oak Ridge Boys grew up in New Jersey! This is a high intensity show! I plan to see their 2017 Christmas show next year!

Nothing beats a great performance and this was one. All the performers were in great voice. First sang their hits, then switched to their Christmas show.

As usual, the Oak Ridge Boys did not disappoint. Fantastic show. So sorry this was the last show that will be held at the Star Plaza.

The show was absolutely amazing. We loved it. The first half consisted of their golden oldies and the second half was their Christmas music. I loved their two new songs. I bought two CDs. We really enjoyed the segment they did sitting in rocking chairs in front of the fireplace and telling about their childhood. That was very interesting.

One of the BEST shows I've ever attended I give it an AAAAA+++++ The Boys keep getting better with age. Instead of just singing words they put their hearts and souls into their music. They connect with the audience on a personal level!!! By the end of the show you feel like they're old friends and you want to invite them to your home for a home cooked meal after the show!!!

This was my 24th Oak Ridge Boys concert and it was as good as the first one in 1981! They continue to be high-end, quality enterainers and sound excellent for their years of experience :)

the oak ridge boys are still a great group after all these years and are worth seeing there easy style and down home ways and still great voices and harmony are what we need more of these days. I hope they keep going for years yet.

We had a great time there. Performance was amazing Very homey. Liked when they sat in the rockers by the fireplace,it was like being with them in their living room. Would like them to come back again next year if they are still touring.

When I heard that the Star Plaza was closing, I wanted to revisit it with my two daughters -- we saw a few great concerts there -- Peter, Paul & Mary, Liberace, Barry Manilow and others. It was a perfect-sized venue. Since the Oak Ridge Boys were going to be the last to play there, we booked our tickets and were treated to a great Christmas show, but sad memories as the venue is now closed. The concert was good -- some of the songs were a little slow for our liking, but would give it a Recommended for sure. Amazing how they are still touring.

Really nice show by the Oak Ridge Boys. I confess to being mainly a classic rock fan but now the Oaks have a new fan in me. Special thanks to these guys for being so nice to my blind child. I sure hope that another local venue will book them in the future.

This was the greatest ORB concert we have seen yet . Its a shame it was the last for the Star Plaza theater...Amazing Grace was just that !!!!

When we purchased these tickets for the Oak Ridge Boys Christmas show it was mainly because we knew the theatre was closing and this was the grand finale concert. What we did not realize was exactly how great this band is, nor did we know that they have played this Christmas concert there every year since the Holiday Star opened about 40 years ago. Many in the audience have been to every concert and have made it a family tradition. And does the audience ever love these guys. Many of the audience actually brought wrapped gifts for the band and their crew. It was a very emotional concert and many tears were shed as this brought an end to tradition, this beautiful theatre, and The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas concert. I had no idea how loved these guys are and it was moving to watch as they returned sentiments to the audience. Hands down one of the most moving concerts I have ever been to. Oh, and did I mention how fantastick this band is. Wish we had gone to one of their concerts in previous years. Hopefully they will return somewhere near to do a concert. A sad ending to a venue that we enjoyed for many, many years. Holiday Star will be greatly missed by all who have enjoyed their line-up !!

My wife and I attended the Oak Ridge Boys Christmas Special at the Star Theater in Merrillville IN. Their performance was amazing, as it always is, and William Lee Golden showed why the Oaks are a class act in country music. I would highly recommend for anyone to go see the Oak Ridge Boys!!!

What a tremendous way for the Star Plaza to go out. The Boys were as good as ever, and left no dry eyes in the building.

Oak Ridge Boys was the best group to perform at the last show for the Star Plaza in Merrillville, IN. Excellent show highly recommend to see them at any venue. Well worth the money!!!!

Great show , great seats and the sound was very good

One of the Oaks best shows and a fitting end to an era at Star Plaza. Lots of great memories shared. Will miss this awesome place and can t wait to see the Oaks again when they come to our area.

My wife and I saw the oaks at star plaza many years ago for their regular show. The nostalgia of the venue closing brought us back again for the Christmas show. What a SURPRISE! Their whole show was awesome and family friendly. The sound was great. The stage set was awesome especially when they were sitting and talking in front of the fire. GO SEE THEM. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!

Best concert I have ever been to great time for everyone

It was a special night in Merrillville because it was the last show before they close the doors for good. Oak Ridge Boys were the first show to ever be there and also the last which made it very special. They were on stage for 3 hrs with no break and gave the audience many added things like having Santa give each child in the audience a Santa hat. That amounted to what seemed like 50+ people. They sang their hearts out and gave us a fantastic show.

I saw the Oak Ridge Boys at the Star Plaza for the last time Sunday night. I have seen them many MANY times over the years, and to think that this might be the last time is heartbreaking. Still, this was a beautiful finale. As usual, it was all about the fans. They shared pieces of their hearts with the audience. From Santa passing out hats to all the kids (and there were a lot) to the guys sitting in rocking chairs and sharing past memories, they did not disappoint. I could have listened to them sing forever - and they sang for two hours without an intermission. Richard's voice still makes the seats vibrate. Joe still bounces all over the stage with tons of energy. William Lee still touches my heart every time he takes off his cowboy hat to give thanks (and letting the little blind boy touch his beard can melt even the grinch's heart). And Duane - well, he's still Duane. :-) Since this was there last time at the Star Plaza, I would have liked to hear more of their big hits like "Bobby Sue" and "Dream On", but they WERE doing a Christmas show so I guess it made sense to do more Christmas songs. What it boils down to is that if you want to hear good harmony from the classiest and nicest group of men in country music, you MUST see them in concert.

Wish we could have more shows on Friday or Saturday makes it hard going in the middle of the week. So glad we were able to go see this wonderful group.

THIS GROUP IS A NATIONAL TREASURE. THIS WAS THE FOURTH TIME WE HAVE SEEN THEM IN THE PAST FOUR YEARS AND WE WILL SEE THEM NEXT YEAR GOD WILLING. THEY PUT ON A SHOW THAT ONE CAN TAKE CHILDREN OR SENIORS AND ALL AGE GROUPS WILL ENJOY THE SHOW. THEIR ADMITANCE TO THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME WAS WELL DESERVED IN 2016. IF YOU ENJOY GOOD FOUR PART HARMONY, YOU WILL LOVE THE OAK RIDGE BOYS..

The Coronado Theater (PAC) in Rockford, IL, is an awesome, historic location. The Oak Ridge Boys have never disappointed me when I've attended one of their shows. You can really tell that they enjoy what they do and they have fun with it! I would absolutely recommend npththe venue and the act! LOVE LOVE LOVE them both!!

Beautiful venue!! Great show but it is the first time it was suggested to not stand during the show.

Loved that they started with some of their non-Christmas songs and then they went into Christmas mode after intermission! Their voices sounded great and their stage was colorful!! Loved their surprise that included Santa for the kids!!! The concert put us in a festive mood!!

we had 3rd row seats, I got hem last minute 2 for 1 and took a girlfriend she had never seen the Oak ridge boys and commented she wish she knoew about show to take her parents. I suggested send them to Wis Dells next month. Only problem is without lash on camera my pix not good, glad I bought a magnet . I started listening to Country music summer 1993 and Oak Ridg boys alwaya a favorite. Amazing show! Pattinono

We have seen the Oaks several times and they still don't disappoint. Joe still jumps around on stage but not to the same extent as when he was younger. Duane's voice isn't what it used to be but still good. William is still fantastic. Richard is unique and enjoyable...no other group has a member with his bass voice. I realize that this was a holiday show, but I enjoyed the first part of the performance better than the 'holiday' portion. I like hearing the old hits and can sing along with most of them.

We greatly enjoyed the evening. My husband was skeptical as he hadn't seen the Oaks in concert before, but afterwards was happy that he came. It was nice that they split the show between their hits and Christmas songs. I didn't enjoy the secular Christmas songs too much as they were unfamiliar and I don't feel they'll be classics. I very much enjoyed the last part of the Christmas half, though I would have loved to have heard them sing The Hallelujah Chorus.

Loved the hits sung in the first half and the Christmas songs in the second half helped us be more in the Christmas spirit.

One of the best concerts I have ever attended. Did a regular type concert then a Christmas show

The Boys were fantastic. Love the fireside portion, the entire concert was tremendous!

They put on a wonderful show. First some of their non Christmas hits, then another Christmas show. Especially liked the rocking Chair segment, and of course Santa.

Awesome music and show. The best part was the Christmas segment and the powerful witnessing.

It was a classy, uplifting show! They do not disappoint!

Fantastic Concert would highly recommend seeing it ....

It is incredible how youthful these guys act and their voices are still just as they've always been. Not all performers sound in person like they do on their recordings - but the Oaks totally do! Perfect mix of music and anecdotes - and great idea to split the show into two parts (their hits and the Christmas songs). Also had one of the best stage set up I've ever seen.

This was a great show! They almost sounded the same as they did in the 70's.

I go to see this show every year. Very Fun! You can tell they have fun performing.

The show was 2.50 hrs. long, and worth every penny, they are still entertaining. I love all of the American values they talk about and the fact that they are forward about their faith and proud to be Christians. We need more of this kind of thinking. To treat everyone the way you want to be treated.

The seats were very good with a great view. The sound was very good as well. Really enjoyed it

Sunday night was my first time ever seeing the Oak Ridge Boys, I really enjoyed the show!! There were great songs and even a fireside chat. My husband and I are planning to attend the show next year.

The show was just amazing. We had a great time. We loved the entire evening.

The show was more than I expected. The staff was very pleasant and informative and made the whole experience that much better. I will be returning for future events.

They are true entertainers and Christian men. Their show was amazing.

As good as I remember 25 years ago.worth seeing again

Excellent, family-friendly show. Great blend of their hits with secular and spiritual Christmas music. I won't give anything away, but even as an adult, I loved the surprises for the children. Funny and witty humor. The Oaks very family oriented people who are unashamed of their Christian faith and share it on stage. That alone is a breath of fresh air compared to the performers who spout off their political and environmental views during their shows. Bring the family. They will love it.