Photos and video allowed.
No flash or live streaming.
Feel free to tag Uptown in your photos/video
on Facebook and @uptownsoul.
There will be one 15-minute intermission.
Dear Audience Members,
Thank you for attending this 2024–25 performing arts season production. The outstanding show you are about to enjoy is part of a thoughtful and carefully selected lineup designed to provide a wide array of entertainment experiences. I would like to acknowledge Dillon McArdle, director of the Viterbo Fine Arts Center, and his incredible staff for their hard work in making this season possible.
Allow me to also extend my gratitude to you—our patrons, benefactors, sponsors, volunteers, and students—for your continued support in bringing the best of the arts to the region. We are fortunate to live in a place with so many cultural and artistic opportunities, just as the members of the Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration envisioned when they built this wonderful facility.
We are very happy to have you join us. On with the show!
“Pace e Bene”
Peace and all good
Rick Trietley
Viterbo University President
Subject to Change
All selections feature UPTOWN's Custom soul/contemporary arrangements
September
-Earth Wind And Fire
Uptight
-Little Stevie Wonder
Battle Of The Stars/ Motown “Group” Medley
-Sugar Pie/ I’ll Be There/ Reach Out/
I’m Losing You/ Can’t Get Next To You/
Baby I Need Your Lovin
70s Soul Medley
-O’jays, Spinners/ Philly Sound
Just My Imagination
-Temptations
Let’s Stay Together
-Al Greene
Jackson 5 Medley
-I’ll Be There/ I Want You Back/ Can You Feel It
Kiss
-Prince
Stevie Wonder Medley
-Sir Duke/ Sunshine Of My Life/ Superstition
Marvin Gaye Medley
-Mercy Mercy Me/ What’s Going On
Higher And Higher
-Jackie Wilson
Uptown Funk
-Bruno Mars
is a versatile entertainer from San Francisco whose career spans theme parks, cruise ships, and theatrical stages. He began by performing for Universal Studios and soon “sailed the seas” as part of entertainment casts on major cruise lines, gaining international experience. Beyond those early adventures, Llacer has made his mark in musical theater. For example, he was featured in Broadway By The Bay’s production of Aida in 2018. His soulful vocals have also been showcased in special events, such as providing live vocals for the Los Angeles Jazz Company’s dance tribute show The Time Is Now. In recent years, Llacer continues to tour across the U.S. as a member of the Motown remix group Uptown, thrilling audiences nationwide with highenergy renditions of R&B and soul classics.
is an accomplished Los Angeles-born singer, dancer, and actor whose passion for performance has captivated audiences worldwide. He launched his artistic journey at respected L.A. performing arts programs and soon earned an NAACP Award for Best Choreography in the musical Sarafina!. Also a talented songwriter and arranger, Jackson contributed music to Issa Rae’s web series The Choir and co-wrote a number-one single for South African artist Loyiso. Over the years, he has collaborated with industry luminaries like Diane Warren and Rodney Jerkins and graced renowned venues such as the House of Blues and The Roxy in Hollywood. His performances have taken him overseas to Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean, and his theatre credits include leading roles in touring shows like Solid Gold Motown and Michael Jackson’s Man in the Mirror, as well as serving as a lead vocalist in a Glee tribute at Universal Studios Japan.
is a dynamic vocalist and musician, bringing his passion for soul, Motown, and timeless classics to the stage as a member of Uptown. Hailing from New York City, Walker is not only a powerhouse singer but also an accomplished guitarist and songwriter. His love for music has taken him across the country, performing in concerts, theaters, and on cruise ships. With a deep appreciation for the legends who shaped the sound of soul and R&B, Walker brings electrifying energy and smooth harmonies to every performance. Follow Jonathan on Instagram: @jmicimusic
Uptown would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our incredible fans—your love and support keep the spirit of Motown alive. Thank you to our families, friends, and supporters for believing in our journey and standing by us every step of the way.
A special thanks to our agents, presenters, and production team for their hard work behind the scenes. We appreciate the venues and staff who make each performance possible with their dedication and hospitality.
Above all, we honor the musical legends of Motown and soul, whose timeless artistry continues to inspire us. It is our privilege to share their legacy with audiences around the world.
Thank you for being part of this celebration of music and history!
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