Too Hot To Handel
Staged by the Rackham Symphony Choir since 2001 and still going strong.
Too Hot To Handel
Perhaps the jazziest, most soulful reinterpretation of Handel's Messiah you'll ever hear!
The New York Post
Too Hot To Handel
Staged by the Rackham Symphony Choir since 2001 and still going strong.
Why see Too Hot To Handel?
Handel's Jazzy, Blues-y, Gospel Messiah returns!
It's been hailed as the holiday celebration that is "too hot to miss", this Detroit-flavored version of Handel's Messiah is the perfect jazz, gospel, blues and soul celebration for the Motor City. Back for just one performance only, this event always boasts some local jazz legends alongside the Too Hot orchestra and Rackham Symphony Choir. A wonderful way to welcome in the Holiday Season with friends and family alike! Don't miss out when Too Hot To Handel returns to Detroit for another year of holiday fun.
Too Hot To Handel is a vibrant celebration of the fusion of classical and contemporary styles, and an energetic reinterpretation of Handel's Messiah - one of the world's most iconic pieces of Christmas music. A must-see for fans of gospel, blues and jazz music!
Key Information
Audience
Suitable for audiences of all ages
Run Time
Around two hours long
Dates
Finished Dec 14, 2019
Cast
Rackham Symphony Choir
Tenor - Rodrick Dixon
Soprano - Alfreda Burke
Alto - Karen Marie Richardson
Too Hot To Handel Orchestra
Creative
Conductor - Suzanne Mallare Acton (RSC's Artistic and Music Director)
Reviews
Customer reviews
1 reviews, average rating: (5.0 Stars)
Jane A Mervine-Knisely
Incredible
Saw it last year and will NEVER miss a performance of this event for the rest of my life. ... Read more
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