UP, UP AND AWAY Comes to Van Wezel
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Returning to the Van Wezel on Tuesday, March 24 at 8 p.m. are Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. - the original stars and lead singers of the legendary group, The 5th Dimension. McCoo and Davis launched hits including "Up, Up and Away," "Aquarius/Let the Sunshine In," "Worst That Could Happen," "Stoned Soul Picnic," "Sweet Blindness," "Wedding Bell Blues" and "One Less Bell to Answer." After leaving The 5th Dimension in 1975, Marilyn and Billy recorded "You Don't Have to be a Star (To Be in My Show)," a chart-topping #1 record.
They have received a total of 7 Grammy Awards, earned 15 gold and 3 platinum records and were named "The First Couple of Pop and Soul" by Billboard. Don't miss "Up, Up and Away" starring Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr. for a musical celebration of their own iconic music and tributes to fellow music legends including the original 5th Dimension.
Tickets are $37-$72. Purchase at www.VanWezel.org, the Box Office or by calling (941) 263-6799. Groups of 10 or more should contact (941) 263-6726. This show is sponsored by Wilde Lexus Sarasota. Pre-show dining is available at Mattison's at the Van Wezel located in the theater and can be reserved at www.VanWezel.org or through the Box Office.
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