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The Empress Theatre Presents The Very Essence Of Luther Vandross Featuring Greg Ballard

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The Empress Theatre Presents The Very Essence Of Luther Vandross Featuring Greg Ballard ImageThe Very Essence Of Luther Vandross is a captivating show dedicated to the preservation of the sound and look of Luther Vandross. Sequin costumes, soulful background singers, choreography and Luther's amazing voice has always been the cornerstone of what a show represented. This show is produced and duplicated from Luther's live video performances, giving any avid Luther fan a shock to their musical senses.

Backed by a great live band headed by legendary music director James JAE Earley. You will be amazed at the Luther like abilities of Vallejo vocalist Greg Ballard as he takes you on a musical time machine from the beginning of Never Too Much to the current with such hits as Dance with My Father, and many more. The Very Essence Of Luther Vandross is a show for all ages and walks of life and you will leave with the appreciation of the time and effort put into keeping the sound and look of Luther Vandross alive.

Public Information: Ticket prices are $40 Orchestra Section: $35 Loge Section: $30 Balcony Section. Visit www.empresstheatre.org or call 707-552-2400.

The Empress Theatre is operated and maintained by the Vallejo Community Arts Foundation, Inc, a non-profit public benefit corporation. Built in 1911, the Empress Theatre is a historical landmark located in the heart of downtown Vallejo, California.

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2. Jim Barne, Kit Buchan - Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York)
26.6% of votes
3. Cinco Paul - Schmigadoon!
24% of votes

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