The Flood of '55

The Flood of '55

A CPTV Special

Aired Wednesday, April 23, at 8:00 p.m. on CPTV...

In August of 1955, Hurricanes Connie and Diane smashed into Connecticut. The storms spawned record rainfalls that transformed placid rivers into killers. During the night of August 18, 1955, and into the next morning, the landscape of nearly half of the state was ravaged and transformed. Dozens were left dead, thousands became homeless and the lives of survivors were forever changed.

Forty years later, Connecticut citizens recounted the most traumatic experience of their lives in The Flood of ’55. Underscored by stunning archival film and photographs, this documentary is an unforgettable story of tragedy and heroism… of lives ended and lives renewed.

 

 

Rain: The Beatles Experience

Rain: The Beatles Experience

A CPTV Red Carpet Special

Aired Wednesday, April 23, at 9:30 p.m. on CPTV

In their review about Rain: The Beatles Experience, LA Weekly wrote, "These guys are amazing... Rain is able to perform live, things the Beatles never could, such as side 2 of Abbey Road with ease, down to the last sound effect." Rain is a multi-media, multi-dimensional event which features 5 different scene and costume changes, three video screens, and live camera projection, combining television commercials and historical video footage from the '60's. As anyone who has witnessed Rain in concert will attest, the music is first and foremost, and is recreated with the utmost care and integrity. Rain distinguishes itself by focusing on details, and delivers a perfect note for note performance. All the music is performed live, with no pre-recorded tapes or sequences. visit the bands website...