Whitney, Luther & Friends

Name: Whitney Luther & Friends
Start: 2026-11-01T20:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-11-01T22:30:00+00:00
Location: Patricia C. Vaughn Cultural Arts Center

Whitney, Luther & Friends returns with the music, voices, and energy that have made the musical revue a favorite with Marietta audiences.

Built around the unforgettable music of Whitney Houston and Luther Vandross, the show celebrates two of the greatest voices in R&B while bringing along some of the legendary artists who defined the music of their generation. From powerhouse ballads and timeless love songs to the music that gets you out of your seat, Whitney, Luther & Friends is an evening filled with familiar favorites, powerful vocals, movement, and the sound of R&B across generations.

The production also holds a special place in the history of the Sage Ensemble. Whitney, Luther & Friends was the first production created for the ensemble, bringing together standout performers who had shared the stage in productions at Marietta’s Theatre in the Square. Created and directed by Emil Thomas, the Sage Ensemble was formed to give these artists a space to come together beyond traditional musical theatre and create original musical revues and live performance experiences.

Since its first performance, Whitney, Luther & Friends has returned to audiences in Marietta, growing into one of the signature productions of the Sage Ensemble.

At the center of it all is the music—the songs you remember, the songs you love, and the voices that made a generation fall in love with R&B.

Whitney, Luther & Friends is a celebration of great music, great singers, and the artists whose songs continue to bring us together.

Date & Time

Oct 30 - Nov 1, 2026

Venue Details

Patricia C. Vaughn Cultural Arts Center

4181 Atlanta Street
Powder Springs, Georgia 30127

Patricia C. Vaughn Cultural Arts Center

The Patricia C. Vaughn Cultural Arts Center honors the legacy of former Powder Springs Mayor Patricia Vaughn, who began serving as mayor in 2005 and spent years helping lead the city through a period of growth and change. Today, the center that bears her name continues that spirit of community as a gathering place for arts, culture, and entertainment. Located in the heart of Powder Springs, the Cultural Arts Center begins an exciting new chapter with Emil Thomas Entertainment, bringing professional theatre, music, comedy, concerts, and special events to the community.

Emil Thomas Entertainment

Emil Thomas Entertainment (ETE) was founded by Powder Springs native Emil Thomas, a director and producer whose work has been shaped by a lifelong connection to theatre and community. Emil holds a B.A. in Theatre Directing from Ball State University and an M.F.A. in Theatre Directing from The Theatre School at DePaul University. After nearly a decade of creating, producing, and leading live theatre, Emil founded ETE to bring his experience home and create entertainment that brings people together. Through theatre, music, comedy, concerts, and special events, ETE is creating new opportunities for artists and audiences to experience live entertainment in their own communities.