Sophisticated Ladies 35 years old

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!

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.

Credits

Sophisticated Ladies Cast

Name Character
Paula Kelly She was 45, 76 years old when she died
Hinton Battle He was 32, now 67 years old
Gregg Burge He was 31, 40 years old when he died

Sophisticated Ladies Crew

Name Department
Sophisticated Ladies poster
Sophisticated Ladies (35 years)

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!

  • Release day: Wednesday, February 08, 1989
  • Runtime: 108 minutes