'Nightbirds: The Music of Labelle' salutes the trio's historic 1974 concert at the Met.
Labelle: (l-r) Sarah Dash, Nona Hendryx and Patti LaBelle
Courtesy of the Lincoln Center
More than 50 years ago, an historic occasion occurred at New York’s Metropolitan Opera House. Pioneering “Lady Marmalade” trio Labelle became the first African American female group to headline the storied Lincoln Center venue in 1974. Against the backdrop of Black Music Month, this achievement is being celebrated during a one-night reunion event (June 28): “Nightbirds: The Music of Labelle.” The tribute features Labelle founding members Nona Hendryx and special guest co-host Patti LaBelle.
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