Gulf Coast Symphony presents world premiere of UPTOWN: A Symphonic Celebration of Motown & Soul on Nov. 18 at Barbara B. Mann PAH

October 10, 2026

Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026 | 7 p.m. | Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall

Gulf Coast Symphony presents the world premiere of Uptown: A Symphonic Celebration of Motown & Soul on Nov. 18, 2026, at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.

Fusing Bruno Mars-level charisma with powerhouse vocals and nonstop choreography – and backed by a rocking band and the full Gulf Coast Symphony – UPTOWN is a one-of-a-kind concert experience that will have you dancing in your seat.

Delivering a high-energy blend of today’s biggest hits and timeless classics – from Motown and soul to funk, R&B, and so much more – Uptown is a dynamic group of performers comprised of world-class soloists, and when they come together, the result is pure entertainment magic – a soul-stirring performance that’s both nostalgic and refreshingly modern, making it fun for all ages.

Featuring favorites by Stevie Wonder, the Temptations, Bill Withers, Marvin Gaye, Al Green, Jackie Wilson, the Jackson 5, Prince, Bruno Mars, and more.

To purchase tickets for Uptown: A Symphonic Celebration of Motown & Soul, go to gulfcoastsymphony.org or call 239-481-4849. The Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall is located at 13350 FSW Parkway in Fort Myers.

See all of Gulf Coast Symphony’s 2026-27 Pops Season at gulfcoastsymphony.org/pops-season-2026-27.