Music By Genre


Musical Theatre, Comedy, Dance, Theater,
Special Attractions, Tributes and Nostalgia

» ABBA-Mania
A rock musical which takes you back to the disco era of one of the best pop bands in history, ABBA. ABBAMANIA features nine incredible musicians and singers which are the main highlights of this musical. ABBAMANIA perform 21 of ABBA's hits, with all the costume changes, choreography, a live band, back-up singers and big studio sound. For all the ABBA fans, there are two shows you should see this year… Mama Mia a play which features the music of ABBA and ABBAMANIA which recreates ABBA in concert! Both shows are fantastic!

» "An Evening with Mark Twain"
New York actor Michael Mauldin, as Mark Twain in his customary white suit and ever-present cigar, takes us through a fascinating panoply of uproarious comedy, gentle reminiscence, and biting social satire on the human condition. It is all seen through the eyes of a man who was at the top of the literary and social spectrum for most of his life and had reached the age and level of esteem where he felt free to say exactly what was on his mind about politics, religion and just about every other subject and news of the day. Drawing from a combination of Twainís published and unpublished novels, short stories, journal notes, autobiography and speeches, Mr. Mauldin delivers a powerfully humorous and unforgettable performance - a richly rewarding experience for the Twain aficionado and novice alike.

» Banu Gibson
Banu Gibson and The New Orleans Hot Jazz have performed at The Hollywood Bowl twice and were a star attraction with the Boston Pops for their millennium New Year’s Eve. Banu is one of the best entertainers and singers around. An evening with Banu and her band features songs by Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Fats Waller, and George Gershwin.

» Bill Santiago in "Pardon My Spanglish"
Known best for his bilingual TV specials on Comedy Central, Pardon My Spanglish is a lighthearted look at life in America as seen through the eyes of a brilliant comic who finds humor in everything. Even everyday trips to K-Mart become side splitting laugh-a-thons as Bill points out all of the Spanglish you know, even if you don't know it. Bill is great for all audiences. Spanish speaking or English, it doesn't matter, everyone will walk away happy knowing they speak a second language.

» "Bella Gaia" with Kenji Williams
Kenji Williams presents: BELLA GAIA Live
"A Poetic Vision of Earth from Space"
BELLA GAIA (Beautiful Earth) is a ‘Living Media Atlas’ journey of our world, expressing the deeply moving beauty of planet Earth as seen through the eyes of astronauts by successfully simulating space flight. Collaborating with NASA, BELLA GAIA is a portal for an audience to develop a deeper connection and empathy with planet Earth. Created by award winning director and classically trained violinist Kenji Williams, BELLA GAIA features a live performance by Kenji and world music performers, against a large screen back-drop of orbiting visualizations of Earth from space.

» Marcus Belgrave
Marcus Belgrave is Detroit's internationally recognized jazz trumpet great. He is acclaimed not only for his great technical virtuosity, soulful tone and seemingly limitless improvisational creativity, but also for an on stage persona that exudes warmth and joy in music making. An original member of the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, his performances of Louis Armstrong's trumpet classics follow the general stylistic shape of the jazz legend's approach, with a personalized "Belgrave" interpretation and nuance. As a singer, Belgrave's low and gravelly voice exudes a "Satchmo-like" quality that comes naturally, evoking Armstrong's sound, spirit and warmth with uncanny ease. Vocalist, Joan Bow, captures the spirit of the many singers that Louis Armstrong worked with such as, Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington and Billie Holiday.

» Dave Bennett's, "Benny Goodman Salute"
Only "twenty-something!" (born 1984)… Dave with his All-Star Septet play Goodman's big hits and "swing-era" classics: Moonglow, I've Got Rhythm, Body and Soul, Slipped Disc, Sing, Sing, Sing and many others. Dave Bennett is a jaw dropping clarinet prodigy who brings to life the music of "The King of Swing" with incredible technique, expression and sensitivity. Vocals made famous by such Goodman singers as Peggy Lee and Helen Forrest are brought to life by jazz singer, Anne Seabury.

» Groove Society
Groove Society is an award winning vocal jazz sextet that is among the top rising stars on the world a cappella scene. In 2006, the group was named "Vocal Group of the Year" by the JPF International Music Awards, as were honored for "Best A Cappella Album" and "Best A Cappella Song." And in 2007, Groove Society received the prestigious "IAJE Award for Outstanding Service to Jazz Education" at the International Association for Jazz Education convention in New York City. Thoughtfully crafted arrangements, intricate rhythms, exhilarating improvisations, and astonishingly authentic vocal percussion give Groove Society a unique sound that leaves enthusiastic audiences amazed at the complexity and power that can be achieved by six vocalists with no instruments.

» Michael Andrew and Swingerhead
Led by band leader-singer-songwriter Michael Andrew, these cats are making people swing! The dynamic show mesh 50's kitsch with the raw energy of the 90's club scene from Florida, California and New York, combining tunes from Frank Sinatra and others with originals. Catch Michael soon starring on Broadway in The Nutty Professor!

» Michael Jackson Tribute
In glitzy jackets, glittering gloves and 80s regalia, Who's Bad, The Ultimate Michael Jackson Tribute Band, is an infectious party production that takes audiences on a musical expedition spanning three decades of Michael Jackson's chart-cresting music. From ABC to You Rock My World no song is forgotten in this electrifying revival of Pop Music's Royal Highness. Founded in 2004 by Vamsi Tadepalli and spearheaded by some of North Carolina's optimum musicians, Who's Bad has crafted an intricate performance complete with synchronized dance routines, blaring horn section and down-deep rhythms - each delivered with a precision that could only be superseded by the King himself. Since their first standing-room only concert, audiences have crowned them must-see entertainment singing along as if the moves, the music, and the memories belong to us all.

» RAGGS Live Dance Party!
In the Raggs LIVE Dance Party, the five canine members of The Raggs Band (Raggs, Trilby, Pido, B. Max and Razzles) each teach the audience their special two-step movement featured in a favorite song. B. Max's Dane-O-Meter, a giant interactive machine with an appetite, rates the dances (all winners, of course!) and a tie is broken when the pups combine the dances into one super, mega-dance! A human emcee named Roadie keeps things moving along! Larger shows also feature supporting dancers.

» Rock & Roll Riot
This is not a stroll down memory lane. This is not a blast from the past. When you walk in the door, sit in your seat, and the curtain rises, the year is 1957. Rock & Roll Riot recreates the innocence, hysteria and rebelliousness that the original music caused in American history in the 1950s.

You will see live adaptations of the greatest pioneers in Rock history, such as a 22 year old guitar hero named Buddy Holly, teen idol Ricky Nelson the sibling harmonies of the Everly Brothers, the pumping piano antics of Jerry Lee Lewis, America's sweetheart Connie Francis, and a young Elvis Presley making his television debut on the Dorsey Brothers Stage Show. This was the music that changed history.

» Rusty Evans & Ring of Fire's, "Johnny Cash Tribute"
Rockabilly Hall of Famer, Rusty Evans and his band Ring of Fire have been burning up the California festival circuit with his rollicking tribute to country music icon Johnny Cash. With a voice of rolling thunder and a spirit like gentle rain RUSTY has been wowing audiences from Nashville to San Francisco with his stunning tribute to the "MAN IN BLACK." His weighted drawl doles out molasses-coated syllables, putting an upbeat spin on less than optimistic situations. Lending his own touch to world famous songs such as "I Walk the Line" and "Folsom Prison Blues" Rusty honors Johnny Cash with soulful honesty and exuberance.

» Stayin' Alive-The Bee Gees Tribute
For over forty years The Bee Gees have been outwitting the international music scene with their incredible tenacity to remain current through all time spans of contemporary music. The precise harmonies of the Gibbs have made the Bee Gees one of the most impossible attractions to reproduce untilÖ"STAYIN' ALIVE." The falsetto vocal match and authentic look of Joe Varga, Todd Sharman and Tony Mattina allow you to re-live those great memories of the 70's.

» Straight Ahead
"Blues Women in the Twentieth Century" showcases all the great ladies of blues such as Mahalia, Billie, Aretha and many more with historical information and humor. Straight Ahead also perform their signature concert which combines all the elements of jazz into their own blend of traditional, transitional and contemporary jazz. These five women, widely recognized for their eclectic and soulful approach to creating music, move their sound comfortably from mainstream jazz to R&B ballads, avant-garde to Brazilian funk. Their live performances are a joyful celebration.

» Swing Sisters
The Swing Sisters in "The Fabulous '40s Patriotic Tribute Show" takes you back to the feelings and euphoria of being at a USO Show in the 1940's. Their beautiful harmonies and choreography take their audiences along with them through humorous and fun-filled antics.

» The Capitol Steps
The Capitol Steps are a troupe of Congressional staffers-turned-comedians who travel the States satirizing the very people and places that once employed them. People love to laugh at the foibles of public figures like President George W. Bush (Don’t Go Faking You're Smart"), Vice President Dick Cheney ("The Angina Monologues") or even Bill Clinton's new office ("In the Ghetto").

» The Celtic Legends
With over 150 tour dates played last year alone plus planned stops during the 2007/2008 season in Japan, South America, the South Pacific and Australia, The Celtic Legends has fast become a leading ambassador for Irish culture abroad. Now led by their new Artistic Director, Michael Londra, the former "Voice of Riverdance", who also appears with the show on many occasions, The Celtic Legends has reached a new level of recognition and professionalism. The Celtic Legends is 100% live and features brilliant musical skill and showmanship from some of the finest Irish musicians alive. Their show is completely interactive and can only be described as an Irish jam session with spectacular, stunning dancers, eye-catching costumes and a beautiful set. Their performances are a labor of love that fuses Irish artistry into an evening of joy.

» The Colorado Children's Chorale
The Colorado Children's Chorale are an award winning troupe of 11-14 year olds who are innovative in their choreography and expert in their singing. For more than three decades, the Colorado Childrenís Chorale has brought its artistry and charm to audiences throughout the world. No other performance group can offer artistic quality, better ticket sales and community service in one booking.

» Donna Wissinger/Joy Myers
Donna and Joy pair to bring unparalleled fun to learning history, music and language arts. A hidden treasure for teachers? Through Beowulf and The World Turned Upside Down, the duo enthralls, engages and inspires students to develop their own curiosity and desire to learn!

Donna Wissinger is a 'flutist of rare gifts' (New York Times). Pianist Joy Myers graduated from Jacksonville University summa cum laude with departmental honors and a dual major in music education and music performance. Together they present two educational programs for children and young adults.

» Groove Society
Groove Society is an award winning vocal jazz sextet that is among the top rising stars on the world a cappella scene. In 2006, the group was named "Vocal Group of the Year" by the JPF International Music Awards, as were honored for "Best A Cappella Album" and "Best A Cappella Song." And in 2007, Groove Society received the prestigious "IAJE Award for Outstanding Service to Jazz Education" at the International Association for Jazz Education convention in New York City. Thoughtfully crafted arrangements, intricate rhythms, exhilarating improvisations, and astonishingly authentic vocal percussion give Groove Society a unique sound that leaves enthusiastic audiences amazed at the complexity and power that can be achieved by six vocalists with no instruments.

» The Highwaymen-A Musical Tribute
Formed in 1985, the original Highwaymen consisted of Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Johnny Cash. This recreation of that amazing, never to be seen again band continues the legacy of perhaps the greatest super group in country music history.

» "The Queen of Bingo"
Audiences young and old will howl with laughter as two zany GUYS, playing two crazy GALS, light up the stage in the hit Off-Broadway comedy about Bingo, family bonds, widowhood, diet crazes, winning and losing and sibling rivalry. Following in the footsteps of Late Night Catechism, Fully Committed and Menopause, THE QUEEN OF BINGO is about a night in the lives of "Sis" and "Babe", two sisters on the other side of 50, who want to add a little fun, zest and excitement to their lives with a night out at the Bingo game. Featuring the "Middle Bird Special" just before intermission, the audience gets to join in the fun with a bingo game of its own and the winner gets a 10lb frozen turkey. Guaranteed to be the laugh hit of your season!

» The Wonderelles
Get ready to rock around the clock with The Wonderelles! A wholesome, high-energy, elegant 50s and 60s revue that will bring you back to that era. Watching this 50's & 60's Girl Group perform in either poodle skirts or rolled-up jeans outfits, or blue or red 50's style cocktail dresses, you will find it hard to sit still in your seat. From "Johnny Angel" to "Mustang Sally", from "Sugartime" to "Proud Mary", The Wonderelles give you a touch of nostalgia that will leave you with a smile on your face.

» Tony Sandler
Chevalier: Maurice & Me - Tony Sandler connects intimately with his audiences, relaxing them with his easy savoir-faire, and soothing them with his rich and versatile baritone voice as he pays homage to Maurice Chevalier.

» "Yesterday: A Tribute to The Beatles" and "The Legends of Yesterday"
Relive the incredible excitement of the most influential rock group in the history of pop music, when the #1 Beatles tribute act in the world, YESTERDAY, recreates the historic performances of the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show, at The Hollywood Bowl and at Shea Stadium with their "Magical Mystery Tour" of the Beatles career from 1964 to 1974. These four artists have thrilled audiences worldwide with their convincing and accurate portrayal of John, Paul, George and Ringo. The power of the Beatles recordings and concerts forever changed the perception of popular music in this country and the rest of the world beginning with their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. The first act of this revolutionary show focuses on the early years and the second act of the show chronicles their amazing career from the Sargent Pepper era on. Complete with several costume changes, witty stage banter, vintage film footage and their exciting vocals and musicianship, YESTERDAY transports the audience back to a bygone era of peace and love. Also available is THE LEGENDS OF YESTERDAY, a loving tribute to The Everly Brothers, Buddy Holly and The Beatles all in one music-packed show. In addition they have arrangements, for full symphony orchestra for their Beatles tribute show, POPS GOES YESTERDAY.