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SUMMARY:Terrance Simien & The Zydeco Experience
DESCRIPTION:Terrance Simien appearing at The Tin Pan in Richmond\, VA\n\n\nBox Office: The Tin Pan charges lower fees for box office versus online sales. Our box office is open Tues-Sat 12PM-5PM. Please visit us during those hours or call 804-447-8189. \nSeating: We assign seats in order of when you purchase your tickets. All reservations are subject to a food and drink minimum of $15 per guest. Gratuity of 20% is automatically added to all food and beverage purchases. \n \n\n\nTerrance Simien\nWebsite | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter \n\n\n\nTwo-time Grammy Award–winning\, genre-blending\, Terrance Simien brings more than 40 years of powerful\, high-energy performances rooted in Black American zydeco music traditions. A seventh-generation multicultural Louisiana Creole\, Simien fuses infectious rhythms\, soulful vocals\, and deep cultural storytelling into shows that move audiences across generations and borders. Simien delivers a live experience that honors tradition while pushing the music forward—making every performance both a celebration and a cultural statement. \nLeading a dynamic intergenerational band of veteran masters and rising Gen Z musicians\, together\, they honor the rich traditions of Louisiana Creole zydeco while expanding its reach and exciting audiences around the world. From all 50 states to more than 45 countries\, every performance becomes a powerful expression of living Creole culture \nSimien has music placed in TV shows and product advertisements as well as multiple theatrically released films including a classic animated Disney film\, The Princess & The Frog that introduced millions\, many for the first time\, to zydeco music. Simien also has music on the new Disney ride based on the film “Tiana’s Bayou Adventure” that opened at both US theme parks in 2024. \nHe’s shared studio\, stage and toured with Los Lobos\, Art Neville\, the meters\, Robert Palmer\, Dave Matthews Band\, Dr. John\, Marcia Ball\, David Hidalgo\, Randy Newman and Stevie Wonder once joined the band on stage to play harmonica. \nIn 2000\, Simien developed and created the only program of it’s kind for student\, youth and families\, Creole for Kidz and the History of Zydeco (with a companion CD) \,that has reached 250\,000 K-12 students\, teachers and parnets – helping raise the cultural IQ while having fun! \nThe Zydeco Experience Band: 40+ years\, 45 countries and 8\,500+ performances \nDanny Williams\, 2x Grammy award winning\, keyboards\, vocals Stan Chambers\, Grammy award winning\, bass guitar\, vocals \nIan Molinaro-Thompson\, drums (when Ian can’t\, Sam Colgate can!) Noah Boshra\, saxophone \nRobbie Wallace\, trombone
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/terrance-simien-the-zydeco-experience/
LOCATION:The Tin Pan\, 8982 Quioccasin Road\, Richmond\, VA\, 23229\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concert,Music,Richmond Events
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SUMMARY:Cher
DESCRIPTION:Turning Back Time\n\n\n\n\n\nCher. One name\, 60 years\, and a body of work that has touched hearts\, defined generations\, and stood the test of time. She has sold 140 million records worldwide\, won an Oscar\, and become the only solo artist with a No. 1 hit in each of the last seven decades. Throughout her career\, she has paved the way for women and all people to live boldly\, speak their truth\, and have the courage to be exactly who they are. The fierce\, unstoppable artist will share the stories\, lessons\, and philosophy behind a life that has never once been inhibited by what others expected. \n\n\n\nFormat: Conversation with Audience Q&A
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/cher/
LOCATION:Altria Theater\, 6 N. Laurel Street\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 233220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Lectures,Richmond Events
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SUMMARY:Saving Our Youth Winter Gala
DESCRIPTION:Saving Our Youth VA will host its Winter Gala on Saturday\, Dec. 5\, bringing community members together for an evening supporting the organization’s youth development and mentorship programs. \n\n\n\nThe gala will feature keynote speaker Daphne Maxwell Reid\, along with dinner and silent and live auctions. Proceeds will support Saving Our Youth VA’s programs and services for young people. \n\n\n\nFounded in 2009\, Saving Our Youth VA works to provide Virginia youth with developmental resources\, mentorship and a supportive environment for personal growth. The Richmond-based nonprofit’s programs are designed to help young people recognize their potential\, build skills and prepare for their futures.
URL:https://theculturalcurrent.com/event/saving-our-youth-winter-gala/
LOCATION:Flo and Tony Guzman Community Center\, 5200 Fitzhugh Ave.\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Richmond Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Saving Our Youth VA":MAILTO:savingouryouthva@gmail.com
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