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We Shall Overcome: A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.

January 11, 2019 by Post

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WHO:             Straz Center for the Performing Arts

WHAT:        We Shall Overcome: A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr.

WHEN:        Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019, at 8 p.m.

WHERE:      Ferguson Hall

DETAILS:     In this thrilling, emotional tribute inspired by the words of Dr. King, producer and musical director Damien Sneed showcases repertoire from across the African-American music traditions that have electrified generations of civil rights activists and defenders. Pulling together a concert of works by Nina Simone, Duke Ellington, Aretha Franklin, Wynton Marsalis and more including traditional gospel, modern gospel, jazz and Broadway tunes, Sneed interweaves these musical flashpoints with King’s impassioned oratory from recorded historic speeches. The end result is a stand-up-and-cheer celebration of one of America’s greatest heroes.

Regularly priced tickets are $25-$65 and may be purchased by calling 813.229.STAR (7827) or 800.955.1045 outside Tampa Bay, in person at the Straz Center Ticket Sales Office or online at www.strazcenter.org. Handling fees will apply. For more information about the Straz Center for the Performing Arts and its upcoming events, visit www.strazcenter.org.

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