THE WALLIS PRESENTS
A BRISTOL ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION
MOTOWN: CELEBRATING THE MUSIC, THE MAGIC, THE LOVE
Music
Oct 1, 2022
7:00 PM
Thelma Houston
Brian Holland
Patrice Rushen
Claudette Robinson
Iris Gordy
Pat Harvey
Shadoe Stevens
Karla Gordy Bristol
Brenda Holloway
Scherrie, Lynda & Susaye Former Ladies of The Supremes
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A Uniquely Entertaining Show Highlighting the Early Era of Motown Records with Candid Conversations and Performances by Artists and Executives Who Were There.
Immerse yourself in the Magic of early Motown with a unique opportunity to experience an evening with music trailblazers and icons, sharing rare insight into the phenomenal music, and the stories behind it, that positively impacted people and music around the globe. Where legends were born and dreams were made!
The World Premiere of Motown: Celebrating the Music, the Magic, the Love; created, produced and directed by Karla Gordy Bristol, of Bristol Entertainment, was developed to highlight the magical early days of Motown Records as only can be told by those truly in the Motown Family, while bringing together an evening of joy and unity.
A Motown panel moderated by four-time Grammy nominee, Patrice Rushen; with artists, writers, producers and executives including: Brian Holland, hitmaker known for songs including, “Stop! In the Name of Love;” Claudette Robinson of The Miracles; Iris Gordy, former Motown Vice President; Janie Bradford, co-writer of “Money That’s What I Want;” Miller London, pioneering record salesman. You’ll gain a new level of connection to the Motown Sound and those who lived the story.
Experience a presentation of nostalgic stories shared by Smokey Robinson, The Temptations’ Otis Williams, The Four Tops’ Duke Fakir, Martha Reeves, “Dancing in the Street;” and relive the days of “Hitsville U.S.A.,” the little house with the BIG sound, as envisioned by Motown founder and living legend, Berry Gordy.
Dynamic keyboardist Herman Jackson is the evenings Music Director. Performing the Motown classic songs that have brought people together for over six decades; music that broke racial lines, welcomed all and brought unified joy; are singing sensations, Grammy winner Thelma Houston, Brenda Holloway, Scherrie, Lynda & Susaye Former Ladies of The Supremes, and special guests! Get ready for chart topping hits which will have your feet tapping, head bobbing and fingers snapping.
This incredible show truly celebrates the Music, the Magic and the Love of the Motown story, and will be led by legendary Radio personality and Announcer Shadoe Stevens and Master of Ceremonies, Emmy Award winning anchor Pat Harvey.
For more information on Bristol Entertainment, please follow on Instagram: @KGordyBristol.
A Uniquely Entertaining Show Highlighting the Early Era of Motown Records with Candid Conversations and Performances by Artists and Executives Who Were There.
Immerse yourself in the Magic of early Motown with a unique opportunity to experience an evening with music trailblazers and icons, sharing rare insight into the phenomenal music, and the stories behind it, that positively impacted people and music around the globe. Where legends were born and dreams were made!
The World Premiere of Motown: Celebrating the Music, the Magic, the Love; created, produced and directed by Karla Gordy Bristol, of Bristol Entertainment, was developed to highlight the magical early days of Motown Records as only can be told by those truly in the Motown Family, while bringing together an evening of joy and unity.
A Motown panel moderated by four-time Grammy nominee, Patrice Rushen; with artists, writers, producers and executives including: Brian Holland, hitmaker known for songs including, “Stop! In the Name of Love;” Claudette Robinson of The Miracles; Iris Gordy, former Motown Vice President; Janie Bradford, co-writer of “Money That’s What I Want;” Miller London, pioneering record salesman. You’ll gain a new level of connection to the Motown Sound and those who lived the story.
Experience a presentation of nostalgic stories shared by Smokey Robinson, The Temptations’ Otis Williams, The Four Tops’ Duke Fakir, Martha Reeves, “Dancing in the Street;” and relive the days of “Hitsville U.S.A.,” the little house with the BIG sound, as envisioned by Motown founder and living legend, Berry Gordy.
Dynamic keyboardist Herman Jackson is the evenings Music Director. Performing the Motown classic songs that have brought people together for over six decades; music that broke racial lines, welcomed all and brought unified joy; are singing sensations, Grammy winner Thelma Houston, Brenda Holloway, Scherrie, Lynda & Susaye Former Ladies of The Supremes, and special guests! Get ready for chart topping hits which will have your feet tapping, head bobbing and fingers snapping.
This incredible show truly celebrates the Music, the Magic and the Love of the Motown story, and will be led by legendary Radio personality and Announcer Shadoe Stevens and Master of Ceremonies, Emmy Award winning anchor Pat Harvey.
For more information on Bristol Entertainment, please follow on Instagram: @KGordyBristol.
MOTOWN: CELEBRATING THE MUSIC, THE MAGIC, THE LOVE
A BRISTOL ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION
IS SUPPORTED BY SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING AND THE BERRY GORDY FOUNDATION FOR TRUTH AND JUSTICE.
A BRISTOL ENTERTAINMENT PRODUCTION
IS SUPPORTED BY SONY MUSIC PUBLISHING AND THE BERRY GORDY FOUNDATION FOR TRUTH AND JUSTICE.
“Motown is a musical organization that will be known by children whose mothers haven't even been born yet.” - Smokey Robinson
RUNNING TIME
Two and a half hours, including a 20-minute intermission.
RUNNING TIME
Two and a half hours, including a 20-minute intermission.
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