A musical based on the history of Truckee was the brainchild of late Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus founder Chris Nelson. Following his death, Chris’ family donated the seed money to make their loved one’s dream a reality. The Truckee Historical Revue, an original production composed and written by David Wendell Nelson, with additional music by Richard Blair, is the realization of this vision. The production begins with the Native American era and culminates with the 1960 Olympics. It includes stories and songs about the Gold Rush, transcontinental railroad construction, Boca Beer, personalities and legends, Chinese and Irish immigrants, the Donner Party and more. Performers include about fifty talented local and guest singers and musicians all in period attire, including Truckee Tahoe Community Chorus (TTCC), barbershop group the OK Chorale and Chinese singers. Historic photos in a video presentation by “Mark Twain” will accompany the show.