In addition to the concert, this opening night celebration will begin with the 2010 CAVALCADE OF THE STARS. This annual event hosted by the Carver Development Board, raises money to support the Carver’s educational and community outreach programs. This year’s festivities include a reception and dinner (catered by the RK Group) and silent auction, all unfolding amongst the cool industrial backdrop of the historic Friedrich Building and will be hosted by a San Antonio favorite: News 4 WOAI Reporter, DEMOND FERNANDEZ. After the gala, attendees will head over to the Carver to enjoy the impeccable stylings of Ms. Holliday.
About the Artist
Holliday was a member of the original “Dreamgirls” Broadway cast in which she originated the role of Effie Melody (later to be played by Jennifer Hudson in the film adaptation) and remained with the show for nearly four years after its 1981 opening. Her performance in the role was widely acclaimed, particularly in her iconic performance of the musical number that ends Act I, "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going".
The following year Holliday swept the drama and musical awards, including the Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical, a Grammy award for her recorded version of the song, and Drama Desk and Theater World awards for the performance. Holliday also performed in the touring company of “Sing, Mahalia, Sing” in 1986. In 1998 Holliday was featured on the album "My Favorite Broadway Ladies" notice as one of "The Queens of Broadway".
During her two decade career she has recorded five chart-making CD’s for Arista, Geffen and Intersound Records, as well as recorded with such renowned artists as Barbra Streisand, Foreigner, Quincy Jones, Michael Jackson and on the soundtracks for “The Five Heartbeats,” “In The Mood,” and The Rising Place.”
Whether singing at the White House, with the Pops Symphony, or on the Broadway Stage, Holliday inspires and excites with her talent and passion.
Individual tickets for the concert only are on sale now for only $31. Discounts are available for students, seniors, military and groups. Tickets may be purchased through all Ticketmaster outlets, by calling (800) 745-3000, online at www.ticketmaster.com or at the Carver box office (226 N. Hackberry) in person. The Carver Box Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 4:00 pm and 3 hours prior to curtain.
To purchase a table (ranging from $5000 - $2000) or individual seats ($150) for the 2010 Cavalcade of the Stars, please contact Tracy Alva at 210.207.2718 for more information.
Ms. Holliday’s appearance is made possible through generous funding from the Russell Hill Rogers Fund for the Arts.
For more information about this event, visit www.thecarver.org or call 210.207-7211.
The Carver Community Cultural Center is a multicultural, multidisciplinary performing and visual arts center dedicated to celebrating the diverse cultures of our world, nation and community, with an emphasis on African and African American heritage, by providing challenging artistic presentations, community outreach activities and educational programs.
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