ELLA the Early Years

ELLA the Early Years
Before she became the First Lady of Song, Ella Fitzgerald was a young girl with a dream and determination who overcame extraordinary odds. Acclaimed chanteuse and music historian Amanda King shares Ella Fitzgerald’s origins, inspirations, and music from the 1930s era and her time with the Chick Webb Orchestra in ELLA The Early Years, a swinging show of song and history!

ELLA The Early Years focuses on the formative time Ella spent with the pioneering drummer, Chick Webb, and his orchestra. Webb’s orchestra also served as the musical foundation for many legendary sidemen, many of whom Ella would go on to work with for decades. This early partnership of Ella and Chick catapulted both their careers to new heights and is the backdrop for a heartwarming, joy-filled celebration of an American icon by a voice that was born to sing Fitzgerald!

Come celebrate Ella’s 107th Birthday! Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 8:00 PM

TICKET OPTIONS:
Center Orchestra Seating – $45.00
Left/Right Orchestra Seating – $40.00
Balcony Seating – $35.00
Cash Bar Available Through Intermissions

NEW!  Dinner Theater Package – $80.00
Includes Three Course Dinner in Arts Kitchen, Center Orchestra Seating, and 2 Drink Tickets
Dinner Served at 6:30 PM
Theater Doors Open at 7:30 PM

NEW!  Party Package – $65.00
Includes Pre-Show Party with Hors d’oeuvres, 2 Drink Tickets, Theater Seating
Party Package Begins at 6:30 PM
Theater Doors Open at 7:30 PM