'The Life and Times of Vince Lombardi' on Jan. 4 at Old Town Temecula Community Theater

TEMECULA - An inspirational, family-friendly performance on ‘THe Life and times of Vince Lombardi’ will be presented at Old Town Temecula Community Theater on Sun., Jan. 4, at 2 p.m.

Even though the legendary coach has passed on, this is a chance to see his spirit through John Pinero who portrays Vince Lombardi.

Pinero’s one-man play on his portrayal of the greatest professional coach in football history is a force to be reckoned with.

Pinero has won praise and recognition from every significant member of the professional football community on his interpretation. His list of testimonials is extensive and includes praise from the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the Green Bay Packer Hall of Fame, and former Lombardi players, Bart Starr, Willie Davis, Fuzzy Thurston, and Jerry Kramer. ABC television hired Pinero to star in the 2006 pre-game Super Bowl show.

He has impressed and inspired communities with his highly-appraised play. Critics have reviewed Pinero’s performance and written five star reviews.

Pinero’s powerful portrayal as Vince Lombardi covers leadership, motivation, courage, stamina, and coordinated efficiency, which transcend sports into all lines of industry. Teamwork, never giving up, and striving to be the best one can be are all metaphors for what corporations and it’s employees are experiencing today. Along with keeping a perspective with a good sense of humor.

Tickets begin at $10 (balcony). For more information, visit http://www.temeculatheater.org.