A modern homage to the golden era of big band jazz—live at The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse.
Step into a swinging night of unforgettable music as Chief Cherry & His Red Beans & Rice take The Aladdin Stage for a high-octane evening of classic jazz, powerhouse vocals, and vintage flair. Inspired by the legendary Jazz at the Philharmonic concert series of the 1940s and '50s, this CVP Spotlight Series performance brings together a stage full of world-class musicians, captivating vocalists, and surprise guests for two nights only.
Led by dynamic frontman Shannon “Chief” Cherry and hosted by the inimitable Mr. Pete Spoth, the evening features:
The Atomic Cherry Bombshells
Megan Roxane Shea
Miss Ava Bratic
Miss Vivian Tempest (Kari Ryan Allsmiller)
Irina Freckle
Special Guest Appearances
Mr. James Spiva (of Hot Pink)
Additional surprise artists
Musical Direction by Mr. Teddy Mulet
(Miami Sound Machine, Celia Cruz, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Justin Timberlake)
Featuring the powerhouse Red Beans & Rice big band
Jeremy “Ninja” Gabriel – Lead Alto Saxophone
Tom Dietz – Tenor Saxophone
Lawrence “Cuckoo” Cohen – Baritone Saxophone
Frank Wosar – Lead Trombone
Mark “The Reverend” Sunderland – Split Lead Trumpet 1
Anthony “Doc” Agatiello – Split Lead Trumpet 2
Thomas “Fingaz” Greer – Piano
Jon “The Professor” Oxford – Guitar
Marco Bojorquez – Bass
Andrew “Swingin’ Silverback” Dressler – Drums
Two nights only. One massive sound.
Don’t miss this modern big band spectacular, blending vintage jazz tradition with electrifying showmanship—exclusively at The Historic Cocoa Village Playhouse.