Dancing in the Aisles: The Ultimate Motown Experience in Tacoma, WA
Dancing in the Aisles – The Ultimate Motown Experience comes to the historic Rialto Theater in Tacoma on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM.
Get ready for an electrifying night of music, memories and live entertainment as the timeless sound of Motown comes alive onstage.
This high-energy production features Detroit’s The Shades of Blue, the iconic vocal group behind the 1966 Billboard hit “Oh How Happy!” In recognition of their lasting contribution to American music, The Shades of Blue were inducted into the Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame in 2015.
The all-star cast includes:
Stuart Avig – Original lead singer of The Valadiers and the voice behind the Motown recording “Greetings (This Is Uncle Sam).”
Charles Davis – Former lead singer of The Contours who toured internationally with the Dirty Dancing tour, performing the classic “Do You Love Me.”
Delbert Nelson – Former lead singer with the legendary Funk Brothers.
Raymond Ward – Former lead singer of The Fantastic Four.
Sheila Taylor – Niece of Levi Stubbs of The Four Tops.
Baby Ray Moore – Acclaimed drummer who has performed with Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and Ali-Ollie Woodson of The Temptations.
Tom Loncaric – Accomplished pianist, keyboardist and musical director who has performed with artists ranging from Little Anthony to The Miracles.
Audiences can expect dynamic choreography, breathtaking harmonies, dazzling costumes and first-class showmanship. The production takes audiences on a thrilling musical journey through Hitsville USA, celebrating classic songs associated with The Temptations, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, Michael Jackson, The Spinners and many more.
Whether swaying in their seats or dancing in the aisles, audiences will experience a joyful night filled with the heart, soul and timeless music of one of America’s most beloved songbooks.
Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster.
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