The Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra is excited to announce two spectacular fundraising concerts featuring “Hamilton” star Julius Thomas III. These exclusive events are slated for 4-6:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Waikii Ranch Clubhouse and 4-6:30 p.m. Oct. 28 at a private estate in Kailua-Kona.
Thomas is a Broadway veteran, having appeared in the original companies of “The Scottsboro Boys,” “Gershwin’s Porgy & Bess” and as the lead in “Motown: The Musical.” He currently appears as Alexander Hamilton in the record-breaking, Broadway smash hit, “Hamilton.”
He also is an NAACP Theatre award nominated actor, originally from Gary, Ind.
On television, he has appeared on “Modern Family,” “Odd Mom Out,” “The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade” and “Live With Kelly and Michael.” He also is the featured vocalist on recordings, including “I Am Here” (available on iTunes).
Accompanied by incredibly talented Big Island pianist Loren Wilken, Thomas will perform favorite selections from Broadway, crooners and pops woven together with stories from his life, career and musical inspirations. The program is expected to include tunes such as “Somewhere Over the Rainbow,” “Fly Me To The Moon,” “Haven’t Met You Yet” and “I’ll Be There,” in addition to other numbers made famous by Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble, John Legend, The Jackson 5 and other artists.
All proceeds from the concerts will benefit the Kamuela Philharmonic Orchestra and its mission to provide high-quality live orchestral music on Hawaii Island.
Tickets are $100 and can be purchased online at kamuelaphil.org. Patrons will receive complimentary pupus and beverages.
Seating is limited, and these concerts are expected to sell out.