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Capathia Jenkins, Chester Gregory, et al. Set for Don Cornelius Tribute Concert, 7/16

By: Jun. 15, 2012
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On July 16, Broadway's most powerful voices join members of James Browns original band to pay tribute to Don Cornelius, Soul Trains legendary television host who brought black culture and music into America's living rooms. 100% of the proceeds will go to Hope North, a 40 acre campus in Uganda where refugees, orphans, and former child soldiers find a place to call home (www.hopenorth.org).

The show is produced and directed by Amy Birnbaum/Soul Deep Productions. Tickets are $25 Reserved; $35 Premium.  

Guests will feature: Capathia Jenkins (Newsies), Chester Gregory (Sister Act), Lilli Cooper (Spring Awakening), Michael James Scott (Book Of Mormon), C.E Smith (Leap of Faith), Maurice Murphy (Spelling Bee), Lillias White (Fela!), Saycon Senblah (Hair), Ryan Shaw (award winning recording artist), Anwar Robinson (American Idol), Jamie Cepero (TV's Smash), Destan Owens (Rent), Jerry Dixon (award winning writer, actor, producer), Darius Anthony Harper (Book Of Mormon Nat. Tour) 

Photo Credit: Walter McBride / Retna Ltd.







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