Schirmer Theatrical

Sugar Hill - Auditorium Theatre, Chicago
2023-12-20 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-21 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-22 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-12-23 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-23 20:00 - 22:00, 2023-12-24 14:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) and 7 more dates | Auditorium Theatre, 50 East Ida B Wells Drive, Chicago, IL, 60605, United States
An exhilarating story told in dance, SUGAR HILL is set to the music of the genre-defying collaboration between jazz icons Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn in a captivating way that has never been done before.
SUGAR HILL reveals the glamour of the 1930s as seen through the lens of the nonconformist daughter of a high-society Black family in Manhattan and her fantastic dreamworld in the Sugar Hill neighborhood of Harlem. A jazz-steeped reimagining of the classic tale, this Nutcracker sends a stirring message that champions individuality and the journey to find the power of your unique self: “Go find what makes you different to find your magic”.
With Libretto/Concept by Jessica Swan, this original production features Direction/Choreography by Emmy Award Winner Joshua Bergasse, with Co-Choreography by Jade Hale-Christofi. Additional Choreography/Dance Consultation by Caleb Teicher, Jon Boogz, and Graciela Daniele (Tony Award). Orchestrations/Arrangements by John Clayton (GRAMMY® Award) and Larry Blank (three-time Tony Award Nominee).

Lush Life, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
2023-12-31 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Music Hall, 1241 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45202, United States
John Morris Russell, conductor
Denzal Sinclaire, vocalist
JMR and The Pops ring in 2024 with the sophisticated jazz stylings of Edward “Duke” Ellington to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the legendary pianist and composers’ birth. Swing to the classic and elegant sounds of “Duke” as we celebrate New Year’s Eve in style.

Let's Groove Tonight, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra
2024-01-05 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-01-06 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, 26 Gibbs St, Rochester, NY, 14604, US
The pop, soul, and R&B sounds of Motown and Philly Soul face off in this exciting concert experience. Principal Pops Conductor Jeff Tyzik leads the RPO, Broadway star Chester Gregory (Motown: The Musical) and vocal powerhouses Ashley Jayy and Brik Liam through this incredible evening full of favorites made popular by The Spinners, The Stylistics, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Lou Rawls, Diana Ross and Percy Sledge. Philly Soul classics such as “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine” and “Me and Mrs Jones” share the stage with iconic Motown hits including “I Heard it Through the Grapevine,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way” and “I’m Coming Out”.

Women Rock, Jacksonville Symphony
2024-01-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-01-13 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Jacoby Symphony Hall, 300 Water Street, Suite 200, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
Carole King, Tina Turner, Janis Joplin and Pat Benatar are just a few of the women who forever transformed Rock and Roll, and the world with their music. In this electrifying performance celebrating female icons, experience empowering and revolutionary hits like “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” “These Dreams,” “Hit Me with Your Best Shot,” “Both Sides Now” and so many others. The Symphony joins forces with compelling guest vocalists to play loud and proud as you sing along and dance the night away.

Queens of Soul, Louisville Orchestra
2024-01-19 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Whitney Hall at the Kentucky Performing Arts Center, 501 W Main Street, Louisville, NY, 40202, United States
An evening featuring hits made famous by the reigning divas of Soul and R&B: Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Amy Winehouse, Alicia Keys and Adele. Features three female singers performing popular hits made famous by these powerful and soulful songstresses.
Bob Bernhardt, conductor

Prohibition, Orlando Philharmonic
2024-01-20 15:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | Dr. Phillips Center – Steinmetz Hall, 445 S Magnolia Ave, Orlando, FL, 32801, United States
The Music of Moulin Rouge, Boardwalk Empire and More! Imagine time-traveling one night through the dark cabarets and speakeasies of New York, Paris, Berlin, London and Atlantic City, reliving the 1920s in all its decadence…Prohibition, Gangsters, Ingenues, and Intrigue. PROHIBITION takes you on a journey through the era, from Rudy Vallée to Josephine Baker, from Kurt Weill to King Oliver, featuring the top hits of the decade authentically arranged for orchestra by GRAMMY-winner Jeff Tyzik, accompanied by vintage imagery and video from the period.

Revolution: The Music of The Beatles, Omaha Symphony
2024-01-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Holland Performing Arts Center, 1200 Douglas Street, Omaha, NE, 68102, United States
The Omaha Symphony celebrates the Beatles in Revolution, a stunning and nostalgic multimedia exploration of the band that changed pop music forever.

Let's Groove Tonight, Buffalo Philharmonic
2024-01-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Kleinhans Music Hall, 3 Symphony Cir, Buffalo, NY, 14201, US
Byron Stripling, conductor
Chester Gregory, vocals
Ashley Jayy, vocals
Brik Liam, vocals
The pop, soul, and R&B sounds of Motown face off with the famous hits from The Philly Sound in this incredible evening of classic songs including Ain’t No Stopping Us Now, Love Train, What’s Going On, I’m Gonna Make You Love Me, I Heard It Through the Grapevine, and more.

Lush Life, Allentown Symphony
2024-01-20 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Miller Symphony Hall, 23 N 6th St, Allentown, PA, 18101, United States
The smooth, seductive sound of Duke Ellington and those Billy Strayhorn standards: “Satin Doll,” “Take the A Train,” and more. It won’t mean a thing if you’re not there to swing!

Kings of Soul, Toledo Symphony
2024-01-27 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Peristyle Theater, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street, Toledo, OH, 43620, United States
Kings of Soul showcases the music of legendary artists Marvin Gaye, Jackie Wilson, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Al Green, Barry White, Smokey Robinson and Curtis Mayfield in an evening of soulful rhythms and melodies. Honoring the true “Kings” of classic soul, featured hits include Soul Man, Shop Around, Get Ready, Try a Little Tenderness, Stand By Me, Move On Up and Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher.

Revolution: The Music of The Beatles, Indianapolis Symphony
2024-02-02 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-02-03 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Hilbert Circle Theatre, 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
The Beatles come to life in Revolution, a new symphonic tribute to the Fab Four, featuring top vocalists and musicians accompanied by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik’s new arrangements transcribed and arranged from the original master recordings at Abbey Road. Accompanied by hundreds of rare and unseen photos and stunning video and animation, Revolution takes audiences on a magical musical and visual journey of The Beatles.

Lush Life, Detroit Symphony Orchestra
2024-02-08 10:45 - 12:45 (America/New_York) | Orchestra Hall, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, 3711 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI, 48201, United States
Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, musical companions for nearly 30 years, wrote some of the most beloved jazz standards of all time—”Take the A Train,” “Satin Doll,” “Caravan,” an adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, and more. Hear their works and experience their prolific collaborative genius live at Orchestra Hall.

Let's Groove Tonight, North Carolina Symphony
2024-02-09 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Meymandi Concert Hall, 2 E South St, Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The pop, soul, and R&B sounds of Motown meet famous hits from the Philly Sound as your North Carolina Symphony and guest vocalists perform classic songs including “What’s Going On,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “Love Train,” and more.
