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UPTOWN: A Celebration of Motown and Soul at Center for Performing Arts

Dates: 3/8/2025

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UPTOWN: A Celebration of Motown and Soul brings together the dynamic sound of Motown and contemporary pop influences, highlighting the talents of a vocal ensemble from New York City. Audiences can expect a vibrant performance reminiscent of legends like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye, combined with the high-energy stage presence akin to artists like Bruno Mars. This performance is part of the Center for Performing Arts' bold 2024-25 season, showcasing a variety of musical and theatrical offerings.

Cast and Creative team for UPTOWN: A Celebration of Motown and Soul at Center for Performing Arts

Cast

Rick Miller

BOOM X


Lisa McClowry

Cher


John Concepcion

Ensemble


Mike Cavalieri

Ensemble


Ace Gangoso

Ensemble


Rodell Rosel

Ensemble


Geoffrey Agpalo

Ensemble


Jared Esguerra

Ensemble


Ensemble

The Silhouettes


Ensemble

DRUMLine Live!


Ensemble

The Rocky Horror Picture Show


Ensemble

The Nutcracker


Ensemble

It's A Wonderful Life


Ensemble

HARANA


Ensemble

ARTRAGEOUS!


Ensemble

Uptown


Ensemble

Rosie and the Rivets


Ensemble

DOG SEES GOD


Ensemble

Mimosas and Melodies


Creative Team

Scott Sowinski

Executive Director


RIKO

Musical Team


Ace Gangoso

Musical Team


Rodell Rosel

Musical Team


Geoffrey Agpalo

Musical Team


Jared Esguerra

Musical Team


John Concepcion

Musical Team


Mike Cavalieri

Musical Team




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