Shadows of the 60s
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Shadows of the 60s:
Tribute To Motown's Super Groups
SHADOWS OF THE 60S pays tribute to the tremendous legacy of Motown’s Super Groups, in a salute to the legendary stars of Motown such as The Supremes, The Four Tops and Temptations. In this highly interactive and visually stunning production, SHADOWS OF THE 60S perform the hits that span several decades. Featuring top industry musicians and singers dressed in exquisitely designed costumes and dazzling choreography, Shadows Of the 60s present the music of Motown with the intensity of the original recorded performances.
Each singer and musician was chosen because they embody the spirit, style and excitement of the original artists in concert. Close your eyes and you will hear the magic of Motown, open them and you will see and feel the raw “front row” experience of attending a live Motown concert, circa 1964.
The evening is capped off with a jaw dropping grand finale featuring the music of Motown’s Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Marvelettes, Junior Walker & The Allstars, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Contours and more! Shadows of the 60s is truly a concert for everyone!
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Shadows of the 60s:
Holiday Tribute to Motown
SHADOWS OF THE 60S pays tribute to the tremendous legacy of Motown’s Super Groups, “The Supreme Girls Of Motown,” a salute to the legendary female stars of Motown such as The Supremes, Marvelettes, Gladys Knight & The Pips, Mary Wells, Martha Reeves and a host of Motown’s male stars, including Smokie Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Four Tops, Jr. Walker & The Allstars and more. Add in the festive music of Christmas time and old favorites such as Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, Rudolph The Red Nose Reindeer, Silent Night and more all done in the style of Motown, and you have an unbelievable night of celebration.
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the 60s: Holiday Tribute To Motown
SOUL OF AMERICA:
Tribute to Aretha Franklin
Soul of America pays tribute to Aretha Franklin like no other! This star studded ensemble has performed and recorded with such greats as Ray Charles, James Brown, Aretha Franklin and over 40 other Hall of Fame Legends. Join Soul of America and sing along to your favorite hits by the Queen of Soul!
Soul of America delivers a power punch packed performance of the greatest soul hits ever written in America and played by the people who helped make them famous and unforgettable to this day. Close your eyes and feel the heat from this electrifying ensemble, open them and be transported back to a time when the music Made in the USA ruled the airwaves and dance floors worldwide. Warning! Uncontrollable dancing in the aisles may occur.
FM Gold Live!
Deep Hits of the 70s & 80s
FM GOLD LIVE is a quintet of ace rockers, plus one gorgeous powerhouse female singer, who are in love with the best hit and LP rock of the Seventies! As a band they are a powerhouse, but individually they have amassed an encyclopedia of credits including - Willie Nelson, Bon Jovi, Britney Spears, Billy Joel, Taylor Dayne, The Lords of 52nd Street (original Billy Joel band), Neil Sedaka, Eric Clapton, Phoebe Snow, Cindy Lauper, Brian Adams, Paul Stanley, Dream Theater, 50 Cent, Ryan Adams, Bernie Williams, John Popper, Gavin DeGraw, and more! Broadway stints have included “Smokey Joe’s Cafe,” “Movin’ Out,” “Jersey Boys,” “Urban Cowboy,” “Ain’t Too Proud!”
Turn, Turn, Turn:
A Tribute To Pete Seeger
Turn, Turn, Turn celebrates the music of Pete Seeger through movement and dance. The show features over 20 of his memorable songs from children’s tunes to activist anthems. Songs include We Shall Overcome, Big Muddy, Wimoweh, Where Have All the Flowers Gone, and of course, Turn Turn Turn.
The audience is encouraged to be part of the performance by singing along to their favorite songs. The music is interpreted through a variety of distinctive dance styles such as clogging, swing and Zulu gumboot dancing. In addition, historical photos and recordings are presented throughout the show to take the audience on a journey through American history. Audiences leave the show humming Pete’s timeless songs, stirred by the dance performances, encouraged by his enduring message and inspired to make the world a better place.
