Patti LaBelle Returns to Thrill Van Wezel

Philadelphia maven Patti LaBelle returns to the Van Wezel by popular demand to belt out her soul and R&B classics, pop hits, blues and spirituals - as only Ms. Patti can! As time continues to evolve, the soulful songbird's name has become synonymous with grace, style, elegance and class. From her days in the girl group Patti LaBelle & The Bluebells, to the top of charts as a solo superstar, she is simply one of the most exciting live performers today! Don't miss this icon as she takes the Van Wezel stage on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 8 p.m.

In addition to her diverse musical background, Patti LaBelle has written six books: Don't Block the Blessings, LaBelle Cuisine: Recipes to Sing About, Patti's Pearls, Patti LaBelle's Lite Cuisine, Recipes for the Good Life and her most recent, Desserts LaBelle. Several years ago, she introduced Patti's Good Life, a successful product line that includes a variety of sauces, sweet potato pie, cobblers and cakes. She stars in her own highly rated cooking show, Patti LaBelle's Place, which premiered its second season on the Cooking Channel in 2017. Additionally, Patti released her first jazz album, Bel Hommage, and a holiday album, Patti LaBelle and Friends - Home for the Holidays, in 2017.

World renowned for her dynamic career as an entertainer and entrepreneurial success, Patti's work as a humanitarian is just as legendary. She remains an advocate for adoption, diabetes, cancer, HIV/AIDS and many other causes and non-profit initiatives. In 1994, she was diagnosed with diabetes and shortly thereafter became a spokesperson for the American Diabetes Association.

Tickets are $42-$102 with limited sections remaining. Purchase at VanWezel.org, the Box Office or by calling (941) 953-3368. Groups of 10 or more should contact (941) 363-2025. This show is sponsored by AT&T.