Written by and Starring Kathryn Grody Â
Directed by Timothy Near Â
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A Radical, Rollicking Rumination on the Optimism of Staying AliveÂ
Celebrate 250 years of America through the power of orchestral music. This special concert honors the nation's history and spirit with a program that reflects the many voices, stories, and sounds that have shaped America. A stirring tribute to the American experience.
Hailed by some as a successor to Billie Holiday, Cécile McLorin Salvant is one of the leading voices in jazz today. A winner of the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition at age 21 and a three-time Grammy Award recipient, she brings a singular clarity and curiosity to everything she sings.Â
Sagar Bhatia is known for his powerful Sufi voice and electrifying live performances. His music touches the hearts of people of all ages—from today’s Gen Z audience to those who grew up listening to timeless Sufi ghazals and Sufi songs. With every performance, he creates a special connection that brings people together through emotion, passion, and music.
"Smashingly Theatrical"—Chicago Sun Times
