A Big Band Accompanies George Gershwin to the MTH Theater at Crown Center

The MTH Theater at Crown Center has announced casting for AN EVENING WITH George Gershwin, its third Main stage production of the season. Artistic Director Sarah Crawford will direct a four- person ensemble featuring Lauren Braton, Jacob Aaron Cullum, Molly Hammer, and Justin McCoy. This original revue is conceived, written and hosted by MTH founder George Harter, with original arrangements and music direction by Brad Cox. The production will also feature the 10 musician People's Liberation Big Band, founded and led by Cox.

George Gershwin is among the most prolific and influential American composers of the 20th Century, known not only for popular songs for stage and screen, but classical works for the concert hall as well. The original revue, produced by special arrangement with the Estate of George and Ira Gershwin, will highlight the life and music of the composer who redefined The Great American Songbook. Songs include "Embraceable You," "I Got Rhythm," "Swanee," "Rhapsody in Blue" and many other Gershwin classics. In an innovative twist, the set list will be entirely accompanied by a traditional American Big Band.

Performances run August 10 through August 27, 2017 at The MTH Theater at Crown Center. For tickets contact the MTH Theater Box Office at 816.221.6987 or visit mthkc.com.