Nov 09 2018
Jazz @ the Civic presents FUNKYARDX

Jazz @ the Civic presents FUNKYARDX

Presented by Akron Civic Theatre at Akron Civic Theatre

Jazz @ the Civic presents FUNKYARDX
Friday, November 9, 2018 8:00 PM
Akron Civic Theatre

In the 70’s and early 80’s, funk, rock and pop dominated most dance floors. From artists like James Brown, Jimmy Hendrix, Michael Jackson, Led Zeppelin, Roger & Zapp, Earth Wind & Fire, P Funk, Rick James to the Brothers Johnson; these artists inspired generation after generation.

The Funkyard Experiment emerged in 2013 by founder Steve Johnson, creatively inspired by these pioneers, but with a twist of gospel, jazz and fusion. The FunkyardX’s musical performances are soul laced and loaded with head nodding funky rhythms powered with massive energy drawn from rock influences. This combination has dazzled every audience that witnessed their musical wizardry. The FunkyardX is made up of nine musicians–analog synth players Steve Johnson & Leon Turner, drummer Johnny Blaze Turner, lead guitarist Chris George, bassist Jeremiah Napier, vocalist & rhodes player Willie Mac, trumpeter Daniel Spearman, saxophonist Johnny Cochran, and trombonist Michael Spearman.

Please be aware that this is a cabaret show. Entertainers and audience are on the stage together and seating is limited.

Admission Info

Cabaret Reserved – $20.00

Phone: 330-253-2488

Dates & Times

2018/11/09 - 2018/11/09

Location Info

Akron Civic Theatre

182 South Main Street, Akron, OH 44308

Parking Info

Please click the following link for a map of all the parking facilities in downtown Akron – http://www.downtownakron.com/_files/docs/dap-parking-and-skywalk-map.pdf