Sophisticated Ladies
“Memorable music and incredible dancing transport you into the Grand Duke's world! Here's the eye popping, foot-stomping, Tony award-winning musical extravaganza that will send you into jazz heaven!”
Synopsis
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.
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Hinton Battle
Performer
Paula Kelly
Performer
Phyllis Hyman
Performer
Terri Klausner
Performer
Gregg Burge
Performer
Garry Q. Lewis
Performer
Calvin McRae
Performer
Leata Galloway
Performer
Lorraine Fields
Performer
Cheryl Baxter
Sophisticated Lady
Sheri Cowart
Sophisticated Lady
Karen McDonald
Sophisticated Lady
Beth Bowles
Sophisticated Lady
Jamilah Lucas
Sophisticated Lady
Eugene Fleming
Sophisticated Gentleman
Michael Graham
Sophisticated Gentleman
Lacy Darryl Phillips
Sophisticated Gentleman
Roger Spivy
Sophisticated Gentleman
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 8, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clark Jones
- Screenplay & Story
- Donald McKayle, Duke Ellington
- Original Title
- Sophisticated Ladies
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- J2 Communications, Black Tie Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clark Jones
Donald McKayle, Duke Ellington
Jerry Newman
Bruce Brandwen, Ron Nicodemus
Department Leadership Roster
Ron Nicodemus
Producer
Clark Jones
Director
Willa Kim
Costume Design
Jerry Newman
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sophisticated Ladies
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What is Sophisticated Ladies about?
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.
Who directed Sophisticated Ladies?
Sophisticated Ladies was directed by Clark Jones.
Who stars in Sophisticated Ladies?
The principal cast of Sophisticated Ladies includes Hinton Battle, Paula Kelly, Phyllis Hyman, Terri Klausner, Gregg Burge.
When was Sophisticated Ladies released and how long is it?
Sophisticated Ladies was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.