Rodrick Dixon performing Too Hot to Handel at the Detroit Opera House

Too Hot to Handel: The Jazz-Gospel Messiah

Category:: Music
When:: Saturday, January 19 2008, 7:30pm
Where:: Auditorium Theatre
based on 42 reviews
50 E Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL
(312) 922-2110
How:: Official Website
Tickets
Cost:: $30.00-59.00
Submitted by:: Daniel T. See all Daniel T.'s events »
What/Why:: Too Hot to Handel is without a doubt one of the finest classical music experiences I have ever had in my life! This show combines the brilliant melodies of Handel's Messiah with the rhythm and swing of jazz music all fueled with the unbridled passion of modern gospel! I have worked on this show since it began two years ago, and I hope to for many years to come.

Come enjoy the show and be sure to swing by the sound board to say hello!

While the name may seem a bit silly to some, there is definitely some serious talent performing. This particular production of the show is conducted by Suzanne Mallare Acton, from the Detroit Opera House, who has assembled a stellar trio of vocal soloists: Alfreda Burke, soprano, and Victor Trent Cook and Rodrick Dixon, tenors. Cook and Dixon are best known from their PBS special "3 Mo' Tenors". Alfreda Burke is well known in Chicago for her sell-out performances with virtually every symphony in town.

I would also like to add that the jazz rhythm section which is the heart of this performance is composed of the finest musicians and led by the one of the most creative and energetic piano soloists I have ever seen: Dr. Alvin Waddles. You can actually view one of his solos from last year here on the Auditorium Theatre website: http://www.auditoriumt...

There are two performances Saturday, January 19th at 7:30pm, and Sunday, January 20th at 3:00pm.

This is my favorite show to do all year, and also happens to be my biggest and best. I'm certain this year's performances will be even better than the previous two years. Get your tickets soon because it is bound to be a very popular show!

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01/07/2008 Daniel "Eat THAT, you Water Closet Defeatists!!!" T. says:

Just a reminder that there are TWO shows.

Saturday the 19th at 7:30pm

Sunday th 20th at 3:00pm

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01/09/2008 Hannah "good & dirty sweet spot" D. says:

I just got my tickets to the 7:30 show...whoo hoo!

Back in the day I actually played an instrument, Handel's water music was my favorite song to play. I'm looking foward to see it all jazzed up!

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01/13/2008 George "Haven't you always wanted a monKEY?" R. says:

I'm pretty sure I'm in. This should be awesome!

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01/13/2008 Craig "hold my beer and watch this" B. says:

I am pretty sure I am in as well... but I have a 2.55% no show chance.

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01/13/2008 Daniel "Eat THAT, you Water Closet Defeatists!!!" T. says:

Wow, Craig... You've calculated the no-show percentage chance down to the 100ths of a percentile. Such accuracy is refreshing!

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01/14/2008 Clarissa "Soy's going to kill me some day" J. says:

Can't wait! Too Hot! I don't know how I'll be able to "Handel" it. Har har har. :D

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01/16/2008 George "Haven't you always wanted a monKEY?" R. says:

I'm going to have to cancel. I caught the bug that's going around and I've been totally wiped out for the past three days. Don't think I should share it with anyone. :(

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01/16/2008 Daniel "Eat THAT, you Water Closet Defeatists!!!" T. says:

That's too bad, George. I hope you feel better soon!

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01/17/2008 Daniel "Eat THAT, you Water Closet Defeatists!!!" T. says:

We started rehearsals today, and they went very well. It is going to be a terrific show!

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01/19/2008 Daniel "Eat THAT, you Water Closet Defeatists!!!" T. says:

I'm off to rehearsal. See you tonight, everyone!

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