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Sophisticated Ladies (1982)

Sophisticated Ladies (1982)

Memorable music and incredible dancing transport you into the Grand Duke's world! Here's the eye popping, foot-stomping, Tony award-winning musical extravaganza that will send you into jazz heaven!

Release Date: 1982, November 5
Directors: Clark Jones
Countries: United States of America
Production: J2 Communications, J2 Communications, Black Tie Network, Black Tie Network
Cast: Michael Graham, Eugene Fleming, Cheryl Baxter, Lacy Darryl Phillips, Hinton Battle, Paula Kelly, Leata Galloway, Lorraine Fields, Sheri Cowart, Gregg Burge, Phyllis Hyman, Karen McDonald

Overview:

The classic songs of legendary jazz composer Duke Ellington come alive on stage in this performance video. Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies documents a performance of the popular Broadway revue, built around more than two dozen great tunes from Ellington's songbook. Hinton Battle, Paula Kelly and Phyllis Hyman headline the cast for this production; songs include "Take The A Train," "Caravan," "Satin Doll," "In a Sentimental Mood," "Mood Indigo," "Don't Get Around Much Anymore," and many more.