From Smuin Ballet’s take on Elvis Presley to San Jose Symphony’s tribute to Puccini, there is a lot to see, hear and do in the Bay Area this weekend.
Smuin Contemporary Ballet presents the world premiere of its ode to Elvis Presley, “Tupelo Tornado,” as part of the company’s Dance Series 2, which will tour several Bay Area venues through May 30.From a new dance about the life and times of Elvis Presley to Symphony San Jose’s homage to Puccini and a Bay Area singer’s tribute to Patsy Cline, there is a lot to see, do and hear this weekend and beyond in the Bay Area.Our fascination with Elvis Presley apparently never wanes.
Since then, Cuba has broke off into a solo act with nine albums to his credit, along with a slew of Juno, Grammy and Latin Grammy Awards and nominations. His sound, while still grounded in a Afro-Cuban jazz foundation, has broadened and he worked with artists ranging from Nelly Furtado to Ron Sexsmith and David Myles. His 2021 album Mendó was a Grammy Award winner for best Best Latin Pop Album.
On May 11, Kitka performs a free concert as part of the Yerba Buena Gardens Festival. The show starts at 1 p.m. on the Yerba Buena Gardens Great Lawn off Mission Street, between Third and Fourth streets. But don’t take our word for it. You can see and hear for yourself when Black returns to his hometown on Sunday for an afternoon concert at Livermore’s Bankhead Theater. The concert is titled “From Blockbusters to Broadway: 100 Hits of Stage and Screen” and we’re told they aren’t just blowing smoke about the “100 songs” business. The setlist will reportedly include selections from “The Phantom of the Opera” “Les Misérables” and “Star Wars” as well as hits from Queen, ACDC and more.
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