THE DUKE
May 21 at The Skirball
May 24 at The Huntington
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Doors open at 6:30pm | Music begins at 7:30pm
ABOUT
THE DUKE: Ellington as America's Ultimate Renaissance Man
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Through his music, Duke Ellington made an old world new. The man known for his revolutionary fusion of jazz and classical not only gave America its signature sound, but he also lifted countless voices into our shared cultural conversation. Through rousing song and dance, we illuminate Ellington's ingenuity that shines in our lives even today.
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With rousing performances of Ellington classics like "Sophisticated Lady" and "Take The A Train", the superlative Sy Smith (2022's Central Avenue, 2021's Tapestry at 50) and Myron McKinley (Central Avenue, Quincy At 90) and our soaring MUSE/IQUE orchestra will have you moving your feet and imagining new possibilities. Plus, a magical performance of Ellington's The Nutcracker Suite, jazz interpretations of the original by Tchaikovsky, by dancers Herman Cornejo and Skylar Brandt.
VENUE
May 21 at The Skirball
Indoors at The Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049
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May 24 at The Huntington
Outside at The Huntington
1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108
PARKING
May 21 at The Skirball
Guests can park in the North Parking Lot and take the elevator up to the venue. MUSE/IQUE staff and signs will guide you on a short walk to the venue!
May 24 at The Huntington
Guests may take advantage of free onsite parking at The Huntington
FOOD & DRINK
May 21 at The Skirball
We will offer a cash bar with light snacks available for purchase
May 24 at The Huntington
We will offer a cash bar with light snacks available for purchase
ADMISSION / MEMBERSHIP
New to MUSE/IQUE?
MUSE/IQUE is a member-driven organization. Membership gives you admissions to 12 months of MUSE/IQUE events, beginning the moment you sign up! The more you give, the more you support us in our mission to bring life-changing live music to all.​
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