Get the party started at our Fandross Kick Off Party featuring an All-Star Tribute to Luther Vandross with many of his former band members and vocalists.

Enjoy live performances by Alfa Anderson, Nat Adderley Jr., Alyson Williams, Dennis Collins and Pat Lacy formerly of ‘Sounds of Blackness’. Plus, more special guests to be announced soon. 

Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar Open Mic Night is famous for featuring celebrity guests and Grammy winning artists as well as the next generation of powerful performers.

Fandross Kick Off Party proceeds benefit for Divabetic. $10 suggested donation. The mission of Divabetic is to transform lives by changing attitudes, boosting spirits and encouraging hope and motivation for those living with, affected by and at risk for diabetes.

Where: Ashford & Simpson’s Sugar Bar, 254 West 72nd Street, New York, NY 10023. Reservations Recommended: (212) 579-022 

Reservations Required: (212) 579-0222. (Table Reservations require a $20 minimum per person. Bar Reservations request a 2 drink minimum per person). More information: Sugar Bar

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Admission: $10 (Suggested donation to Divabetic at the door) 

The Vandross Family Estate and the national diabetes nonprofit organization, Divabetic (divabetic.org), proudly present Fandross Festival. “Keep your House a Home” and learn how to prevent diabetes health-related complications (such as stroke) from occurring.

We invite Luther fans of all ages to attend and celebrate Luther’s “so amazing” contributions to music, arts, and culture.