From Staff Reports

NEWTON — Hank & My Honky Tonk Heroes — Hank Williams Tribute will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. May 20 in the Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 W. 6th St., here. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. 

As for the show, a promotion stated, “There is only one Hank Williams... and only one actor who can bring him to life... Jason Petty. Jason is the only actor to portray Hank Williams in New York City’s hit Off-Broadway musical, ‘Lost Highway,’ where he won an Obie (award) and multiple nominations for his performance. 

“Only Jason has portrayed Hank in ‘Lost Highway’ at Nashville’s world-famous Ryman Auditorium. You want more proof? Over a dozen appearances on the Grand Ole Opry... Hundreds of incredible reviews from The New York Times, Billboard, Rolling Stone, Entertainment Weekly and more... Thousand of shows played... Millions of fans thrilled, critics and audiences agree... Jason Petty is the original and the best.” Don Helms (1927-2008), a member of the Drifting Cowboys (Hank’s band) reportedly said of Petty’s portrayal of Williams, “I played with Hank for many years and I was his best friend. 

"No one in my time came close to Hank’s look, sound and  natural charisma than Jason," Helms said. "He’s the best, hands down!” 

For tickets, which are $40-$55, visit newtonpac.com.