MetroStage at the Lyceum presents:

“A Gospel Christmas”

starring Robert E. Person.

December 5th at 7:00pm

Celebrate the holiday season with soul-stirring music at The Lyceum: Alexandria's History Museum. Join us for an unforgettable evening of holiday joy that includes cover tunes and holiday classics and maybe a sing-along or two! With a three-piece combo led by Allyn Johnson at the piano and, of course, background vocals, Chad Gilbert and Sherice Williams. There will be joyful gospel melodies that will lift your spirits and warm your heart. This in-person event promises to be a soulful experience, filled with powerful voices and infectious rhythms. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas through the power of gospel music. Come and be part of a truly special celebration that will leave you feeling uplifted and inspired. Get your tickets now for A Gospel Christmas!

at the Lyceum

201 S. Washington St. Alexandria, VA 22314

 Tickets: $30

Street parking and the closest parking garage at 111 S. Pitt St. (2 ½ blocks from The Lyceum).

Bios For A Gospel Christmas

Robert E. Person stands as an epitome of excellence in the genres of Jazz and Gospel music, celebrated for his extraordinary vocal prowess and undeniable stage presence. Hailing from the vibrant musical landscape of Washington, DC, Robert has carved out a distinguished and reputable artistic presence in the world of music and performing arts.

Known for his soulful tenor voice, gospel singer Robert E. Person has distinguished himself with his fertile mix of jazz, sacred music, and R&B. He initially emerged with his 2004 debut The Call, and built a loyal following with his sophisticated live shows.

Raised in Washington, DC, Person began performing in his teens, appearing in musical theater productions with the DC Youth Ensemble. After high school, he furthered his studies at both Morehouse College and the University of the District of Columbia. Along the way, he embarked on a theater career, appearing in productions of The Wiz and Dreamgirls, as well as stagings of writer Langston Hughes' Black Nativity and Tambourines to Glory. He also worked as a backing vocalist with Josh Groban before launching his own career with 2004's The Call. Two years later, he followed-up with Next Level.

In 2011, he issued his third full-length, Soul Sanctuary. He returned in 2015 with Love Divine, which included the single "Testify" and featured contributions by his pianist and longtime musical director Allyn Johnson, and guest vocalists Mike McCoy and Dottie Jones. The jazz-oriented Classic Covers EP arrived in 2018, and debuted at number 12 on the Billboard Top Jazz Albums chart. When not performing, Person also hosts his own radio show, The Soulful Sessions with Robert E. Person, on the Rejoice Musical Soulfood Network. Most recently, he has performed at Blues Alley and Songbyrd Music House in Washington, DC, and BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown, Maryland.

Music Direction and piano, Allyn Johnson with Romeir Mendez, bass, and Carroll Dashiell, percussion

Background Vocals, Chad Gilbert and Sherice Williams

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