Thursday, March 16, 2023

New Heritage Theatre Group and Harlem Arts Alliance Celebrate the Life of Our Dear Brother Chuck Jackson at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

 


 




A Celebration Of Life

Honoring R&B Legend Chuck Jackson 

July 22, 1937 – February 16, 2023

Friday, March 23rd 6:30PM

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture

101 W 135th St, New York, NY 10030 

The event is open to the public

Reservations are required for admission

To RSVP, call Double XXposure at 201 224 6570

or email theellerbeegroup@aol.com

(Pictured above - Chuck Jackson)


The departed legendary R&B hitmaker/crooner Chuck Jackson will be honored in a Celebration Of Life event - hosted by Grammy winning icon Dionne Warwick, performing arts advocate Voza Rivers (Executive Director of the New Heritage Theater in NYC's Harlem) and legendary songwriter/singer Valerie Simpson. The event is scheduled for Friday, March 24th, 2023, 7 pm ET, at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture – located at 515 Malcolm X Blvd in New York City's Harlem.


Chuck Jackson was known for hits such as "Any Day Now (My Wild Beautiful Bird)", "I Don't Want To Cry" and "I Keep Forgettin'". His passionate performances has thrilled fans and music lovers alike.


The Celebration Of Life will bring together family, friends, fans and fellow musicians to pay tribute to Jackson's legacy. The program will feature live performances from artists such as the legendary Melba Moore, video tributes from music industry colleagues, personal remembrances from retired Congressman, the Honorable Charles Rangel and others.


Left to right - Dionne Warwick, Voza Rivers, Valerie Simpson


"I am honored to be a part of this celebration of Chuck's life and legacy," shares Dionne Warwick. "His music is a cornerstone for R&B generations which continues to inspire artists today. We will remember Chuck's incredible talent and the joy he brough to so many through his music."


Voza Rivers, the producer of numerous cultural events in New York City, shares, "Chuck was and is a pioneer who paved the way for many artists. This event is an opportunity to celebrate Chuck's contributions to music and to recognize his lasting impact in our industry."


"Chuck Jackson was a friend and a collaborator," says Valerie Simpson, known for writing/recording several classics with her departed husband, Nickolas Ashford as Ashford & Simpson. "His music influenced the work Nick and I created. I am honored to join Dionne and Voza in celebrating Chuck's life and legacy".


New Heritage Theatre Group and Harlem Arts Alliance are proud to be a part of The Celebration Of Life for the late Chuck Jackson. 


The event is open to the public

reservations are required for admission.

To RSVP, call Double XXposure at 201 224 6570

or email theellerbeegroup@aol.com

Any Other Way (1963)

We'll Find A Way

Your Wonderful Love

Any Day Now

My Wild Beautiful Bird)

Good Things Come

To Those Who Wait


Voza Rivers

Executive Producer

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Jamal Joseph

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