From Staff Reports

NEWTON — The Platters will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. Sept. 30 in the Newton Performing Arts Center, 60 W. 6th St., here. 

“Considered the most romantic of all the early rock ‘n’ roll groups, The Platters produced hit after hit,” a show promotion stated. “The quintet effortlessly achieved domestic and international chart success with muliple tracks, including the timeless hits ‘The Great Pretender,’ ‘My Prayer,’ ‘Twilight Time,’ ‘Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,’ ‘Harbor Lights’ and many more. 

“This success established The Platters as the classiest vocal group of the early rock ‘n’ roll era.” 

For tickets, which are $45-$60, visit www.NewtonPAC.com.