Upcoming Events at the Madison Theatre

The Madison Theatre at Molloy College hosts many shows throughout the year.

In February, the theatre will be hosting three new events that celebrate music and African American heritage. You can get tickets to the events by visiting the Madison Theatre website, or by calling the box office at (516) 323-4444.

Feb. 1 -- Cultural Excursions: Music and Dance From Around the World

Concert prepared by our International Music Therapy students. Show starts at 5 p.m. Suggested donation is $10 for the public, $5 for students.

Feb. 4 -- The History of Rock and Roll, Featuring Charlie Thomas’ Drifters and The Platters Former Lead singer, Sonny Turner

No other vocal group had as much success artistically and commercially as The Drifters. Combined with arrangements that were often very sophisticated for pop songs, the recordings were often spectacular as well as memorable. The Drifters will be performing hits such as “There Goes My Baby,” “Save The Last Dance For Me,” Under the Boardwalk” and more.

In late 1959, Sonny turner replaced Tony Williams as the lead singer of the original Platters and he brought The Platters back to the pop charts in the 1960s. He will be performing hits such as “With this Ring,” “The Great Pretender,” “Only You” and many more.

Show begins at 8 p.m. Ticket prices range from $35 to $55.

Feb. 6 -- National 2017 African-American Read-In Chain

For the 24th year, the Molloy College English Department will sponsor participation in the annual National African-American Read-In Chain, the 28th program held across the country during February, which is Black History Month. The event takes places in churches, libraries, schools and universities. Participants hear and reflect on the voices of black American poets. Join us for this very special tradition.

The event will run from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Reception Room in Kellenberg Hall.

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