Rock‘n’Roll Weekend
May 5 - 7, 2023
Join us for a weekend-long celebration of rock ’n’ roll wheels, gameshows, movies, taste, and live musical performances. Founded by legendary music icon and radio host Cousin Brucie in 1999, this weekend continues to “rock” the Mountain House.
Availability is limited. For reservations, please call .
PAST FEATURED EVENTS
FRIDAY
Film Screening: The Beatles, Yellow Submarine
The Beatles agree to accompany Captain Fred in his yellow submarine and go to Pepperland to free it from the music-hating Blue Meanies. “A garish, gorgeous example of pop art at its finest, Yellow Submarine’s reappearance should give a whole new generation a chance to discover the legends.” – Caroline Westbrook. Rated G. 1968, 1h 30 min.
Toombs Dixon’s Dance Party
Led by guitarist Jack Petruzzelli, Toombs Dixon plays the origins of rock ‘n’ roll in a jammed packed evening of dance. Artist highlights will include Chuck Berry, the Ventures, Fats Domino, Carl Perkins, Earl Bostic, Little Willie John, Hank Williams Jr., The Everly Brothers, and more.
SATURDAY
‘A Life in Song’ with Rhet Miller
Rhett Miller, front man for the legendary Texas rock and roll band Old 97’s will perform favorites from his catalog with the OLD 97’s and his solo albums. This performance will also include selections from the all-time greats including Bob Dylan, Carole King, David Bowie, and beyond.
Lawn Show Celebration: Cruisin’ Cars & Gameshows
Step back in time and spot the wheels of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s alongside a gameshow for the whole family to enjoy! Eric Dasher, founder of The Brain Wash Game Show returns to Mohonk to celebrate the rise of game shows that soared in popularity during the 1950s.
Beer Tasting & 1950’s Chocolates
Join James and Joe of Yard Owl Brewery in Gardiner, NY for a taste of todays’ beer alongside chocolates from the 1950s. *Note: Pre-registration is required. $40 per person program fee for admittance to the tasting. Space is limited. Participants must be age 21 or over to attend.
Film Screening: Dirty Dancing
In the summer of 1963, innocent 17 year-old Baby (Jennifer Grey) vacations with her parents at a Catskills resort. One evening she is drawn to the staff quarters by stirring music and there she meets Johnny (Patrick Swayze), the hotel dance instructor, who is as experienced as Baby is naïve. She soon becomes Johnny’s pupil in dance and love. This feel-good classic also stars the one and only Cousin Brucie in a cameo role. Rated PG-13, 1987, 1h 40 min.
The Ende Brothers Trio
9:00pm | Parlor
As we continue to span the decades of rock ‘n’ roll, Kenny and Tommy Ende bring a powerful stage show of rich vocal harmonies and masterful musicianship. Tonight’s show will features artists Jimi Hendrix, Lenny Kravitz, and others that highlight the next generation’s interpretation of rock.
SUNDAY
The Mohonk Mystery Music Game
Join us for our annual trivia game. Mohonk’s own Theme Programs Team will test your knowledge with questions and clues from the early days of Rock n’ Roll. It’s “name that tune”— Mohonk style.
PAST PROGRAM PERFORMERS
Rhett Miller
Rhett Miller is perhaps best known as the front man of the Dallas-based alt-country band the Old 97’s, although he has also pursued a critically acclaimed solo career. Formed in 1993, the Old 97’s built a devoted following with their brash blend of country and power pop influences, making a splash with 1995’s Wreck Your Life, which won the group a brief stay on the roster of Elektra Records, a period kicked off with one of their finest hours, 1997’s Too Far to Care. In his solo career Rhett has captured attention, as a literate songwriter training his eye on such subjects as fatherhood, sex, and love.
Toombs Dixon
Created by Jack Petruzzelli and Rich Pagano, this new project seeks to perform the very origins of rock ‘n’ roll, juke-joint, and soul blues. Multi-instrumentalist, performer, producer, and writer Petruzzelli comes from a well-seasoned background in music performing alongside artists Patti Smith, Ian Hunter, Joan Osborne, Rufus Wainwright, and Sara Bareilles. His most recognized work includes his leadership in creating The Fab Faux, the critically acclaimed, internationally touring Beatles tribute band.
The Ende Brothers
Kenny and Tommy have become recognized as exceptional musicians for their age. Their small beginnings in the Finger Lakes region of NY has grown their fan-base internationally, receiving praises for their rich vocal harmonies, expert guitar work, and engaging stage show. Their strong presence has allowed them to tour across 25 states and land them a feature on Van’s Warped Tour (2015).
Eric Dasher
Eric Dasher is the creator and host of the Brain Wash Game Shows. Having been a full-time entertainer since 2001, Eric has performed thousands of shows for cheering and excited audiences all over the country and resorts in Mexico, New York, and New Jersey. His comedy and wit has been honed over the years and explodes onto the stage as soon as the shows begin. His creativity and insight has been sought after by many other performers and he still acts as a consultant on many projects. Eric is one of the most versatile and multi-talented entertainers you will ever meet.
Availability is limited. For reservations, please call .