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Sophisticated Ladies

90% | Nov 05, 1982

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.

Top Billed Cast

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Hinton Battle
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Paula Kelly
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Phyllis Hyman
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Terri Klausner
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Gregg Burge
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Featured Crew

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Bruce Brandwen
Executive Producer
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Ron Nicodemus
Producer
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Clark Jones
Director
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Michael Smuin
Stage Director
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Donald McKayle
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Duke Ellington
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Mercer Ellington
Music Director
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Donald McKayle
Choreographer
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Michael Smuin
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Henry LeTang
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Tony Walton
Set Designer
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Willa Kim
Costume Design

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