Vaneese Thomas to Celebrate Women of Soul at the Halloran Centre

The On Stage at the Halloran Centre music series kicks off with "A Tribute to the Women of Soul" by VANEESE THOMAS with special guest CARLA THOMAS on Friday, September 8th at 7:30pm. Tickets are on sale now for this memorable evening of music.

"A Tribute to Women of Soul" is a musical, historical and social presentation of pioneering women in R&B. It's an upbeat show that swings from the 50s into the southern soul of the 60s and 70s and shows rural influences and gritty urban instrumentation. "A Tribute to Women of Soul" captures not only the spirit of the times in music but tells backstories of Vaneese's relationship to these women and their influence on her as an artist. Some are personal and reflect the hardships of African Americans during segregation. Featured songs include Etta James - "Tell Mama", Aretha Franklin - "Do Right Women, Do Right Man", Tina Turner - "Nutbush", and others. Vaneese Thomas creates a genuine atmosphere where the legacy of this incredible music thrives.

Tickets are $30 and are available for purchase online at the official Orpheum Theatre website, orpheum-memphis.com, the Orpheum Box Office (901.525.3000), and Ticketmaster. Special group rates are also available by calling 901.529.4226 or emailing groups@orpheum-memphis.com. Combine this concert with at least two other concerts in the series for savings of up to 20% off individual ticket prices. Series subscriptions are available through the Orpheum box office. The 2017-18 On Stage at the Halloran Centre music series is sponsored in part by Swain Wealth Partners.

The mission of the Orpheum Theatre Group is to enhance the communities we serve by utilizing the performing arts to entertain, educate, and enlighten while preserving the historic Orpheum Theatre and the Halloran Centre for Performing Arts & Education. For more information, visit www.orpheum-memphis.com.