Experience a powerful homecoming with Stratford, CT native and internationally acclaimed violinist Kersten Stevens — Queen of the Violin — as she records her sixth album live in a one-night-only performance at SHU Community Theatre.

A Yale University alumna and six-time winner of Amateur Night and Showtime at The Apollo, Kersten has electrified audiences at the Apollo Theater, City Winery, and stages across the country. Her last appearance at SHU Community Theatre featured a special performance with 11x GRAMMY Award-winning bassist Christian McBride.

Her latest album, Queen Rising — co-produced by and featuring McBride — debuted in the JazzWeek Top 40 and showcases her signature fusion of jazz, gospel, soul, and cultural storytelling.

For this live recording, Kersten will be joined by acclaimed actor Malik Yoba in a special appearance, two-time GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Nicole Zuraitis, and Detroit Poet Laureate jessica Care moore for an unforgettable evening of music, poetry, connection, and celebration.

Featuring an all-star band:
Chris Rob — keys, music director, featured vocalist
Billy Kilson — drums
Idan Morim — guitar
Parker McAllister — bass
Bendji Allonce — percussion
Be in the room when the record is made — and when the audience becomes part of the music.