Sophisticated Ladies

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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Key crew

• Clark JonesDirector

Cast

• Hinton BattlePerformer
• Paula KellyPerformer
• Phyllis HymanPerformer
• Terri KlausnerPerformer
• Gregg BurgePerformer
• Garry Q. LewisPerformer
• Calvin McRaePerformer
• Leata GallowayPerformer
• Lorraine FieldsPerformer
• Cheryl BaxterSophisticated Lady
• Sheri CowartSophisticated Lady
• Karen McDonaldSophisticated Lady