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This unforgettable matinee celebrates two queens of soul and their trailblazing impact on music and culture. Featuring phenomenal vocalists LaNesha Alexander (Gladys Knight) & Brigette Johnson (Patti Labelle).

A seven-time Grammy Award-winner Gladys Knight, also known as “The Empress of Soul”, is truly an icon in the music industry. Patti LaBelle, often referred to as the “Godmother of Soul,” has become synonymous with grace, style, elegance and class. Come hear your favorite songs like “Midnight Train to Georgia”, “Neither One of Us”, “Love Overboard”, “Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me”, “If Only You Knew”, “On My Own”, “Lady Marmalade”, “Love Need and Want You” and many more!

Brigette Johnson began her singing career in 2003. Since then, she has performed with several local DC area R&B / jazz / neo soul bands and has most notably performed with Saxophonists Ronnie Laws and the late Wilton Felder of the Crusaders. LaNesha Alexander is a gifted vocalist born and raised in Baltimore, MD.  She has also performed background vocals for the Dream For It Foundation from 2009 to the present, as well as for Tracy Hamlin.

Please Note: All Publick Playhouse ticket sales are final. There are no refunds or exchanges.