Detroit: Music of the Motor City
Apr 12, 2026 - May 03, 2026
| Sylvan Adams Theatre
A Segal Centre presentation of a Soulpepper concert
Co-created by and starring Andrew Penner, and Travis Knights
Co-created and directed by Frank Cox-O'Connell
From Motown to hip-hop, the music never stops.
Following last season’s sold-out success The Secret Chord: A Leonard Cohen Experience, Soulpepper returns to the Segal Centre with another electrifying musical journey.
Once called “The City of the Future,” Detroit shaped the world with its innovation and music. From the Motown Sound to jazz, hip-hop, and rock, its soundtrack tells a story of rise, fall, and resilience. Witness Detroit’s history come to life—through the rhythm of the assembly line, the echoes of abandoned factories, and the unstoppable pulse of a city that still sings.
Featuring iconic hits like “Dancing in the Street” by Martha and the Vandellas, “My Girl” by The Temptations, “Lose Yourself” by Eminem, and “What’s Going On” by Marvin Gaye.
LISA'S NOTE
"When great music meets extraordinary talent, something truly special happens. Hot on the heels of The Secret Chord, we couldn’t pass up the chance to reunite with these phenomenal artists and creators to light up the stage once more. A celebratory concert filled with nostalgia, energy, and timeless hits—you won’t be able to stay in your seat!"
DETROIT: MUSIC OF THE MOTOR CITY: From the creators of The Secret Chord: A Leonard Cohen Experience
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