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NJPAC presents a Tribute to Funk Featuring appearances by Bilal, Nona Hendryx, Christian McBride, Savion Glover, Vernon Reid, George Clinton and more!

originally published: 09/11/2024

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Experience the electrifying TD Moody Jazz Festival at the renowned New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) with an unforgettable Tribute to Funk on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 7:30pm. Don't miss the opportunity to dance the night away to the incredible sounds of Funk legends George Clinton, Bilal, Nona Hendryx, Christian McBride, Savion Glover, and Vernon Reid, all under the expert musical direction of Ray Chew.

Ray Chew, a highly respected musical director residing in Bergen County, has an impressive resume, having directed music for the Grammys, Dancing With The Stars, American Idol, SNL, BET Awards, and many more!

Tickets range from $49-$89 and are available for purchase online, by calling 888.GO.NJPAC (888.466.5722) or by visiting the NJPAC Box Office. NJPAC is located at 1 Center Street in Newark, New Jersey.

Nona Hendryx of Labelle, celebrating 50 years of the hit song “Lady Marmalade.” The pioneering songwriter, vocalist, activist and multimedia artist is still breaking boundaries with her ambitious fusion of technology, music, art and performance.

Christian McBride, the luminous 16x GRAMMY® nominee and 8x winner who plays everything from Monk to Funk. Bassist, composer, bandleader and NJPAC Jazz Advisor.




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Savion Glover, the Tony-winning tap dancer extraordinaire of Bring in ‘da Noise, Bring in ‘da Funk; The Tap Dance KidJelly’s Last Jam and Shuffle Along. Tap legend Gregory Hines calls him “possibly the best tap dancer that ever lived.”

Vernon Reid, the GRAMMY®-winning guitarist and founder of Living Colour. “His rampant eclecticism encompasses everything from heavy metal and punk to funk, R&B and avant-garde jazz, and his anarchic, lightning-fast solos have become something of a hallmark” (AllMusic).

George Clinton, the Godfather of Funk. The frontman of Parliament-Funkadelic is one of funk music’s foremost innovators, with a career spanning five decades, three dozen albums and sweeping musical influence.

With Music Director Ray Chew (Dancing with the StarsShowtime at the ApolloSNL) and surprise guests!

New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, N.J., is America’s most diverse performing arts center, and the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey – where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state’s and the world’s best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, which have reached almost 2 million children, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted more than 10 million visitors since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents.




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