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The Sun Rises in Harlem: Black Brilliance and the Harlem Renaissance at The Huntington
Dates: 6/2/2026 - 6/3/2026
📍 Theatre: The Huntington
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MUSE/IQUE presents a celebration of the music of the Harlem Renaissance, led by Artistic and Music Director Rachael Worby with the MUSE/IQUE Orchestra. The program features Broadway veteran Kecia Lewis, R&B vocalist Sy Smith, tap dancer Leo Manzari, and the DC6 Singers Collective, exploring the jazz, blues, and theatrical music that defined a transformative era of Black artistic brilliance. Timeless songs associated with Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, and Cab Calloway are brought to life in this outdoor and indoor concert experience. Performances take place on June 2 and June 3 at 7:30 pm.
Cast and Creative Team for The Sun Rises in Harlem: Black Brilliance and the Harlem Renaissance at The Huntington
Cast
Rachael Worby
Artistic & Music Director
Kecia Lewis
vocals
Sy Smith
vocals
Leo Manzari
tap dance
DC6 Singers Collective
Ensemble
MUSE/IQUE Orchestra
Ensemble
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MUSE/IQUE To Present THE SUN RISES IN HARLEM: Black Brilliance and the Harlem Renaissance
May 08, 2026 MUSE/IQUE will present THE SUN RISES IN HARLEM, celebrating the Harlem Renaissance with Tony winner Kecia Lewis, Sy Smith, and the MUSE/IQUE Orchestra at The Huntington and Skirball Cultural Center.About the Theatre
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