6:00PM, Saturday, February 7, 2026
Atherton Auditorium
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
UOP Students,actors
Brandon Leake,vocal and spoken word artist
Guest Artist SponsorsRon Van De Pol | Earl Taylor, MD & Etoulie Holmes
~ From Shakespeare to Spoken Word ~
Experience the extraordinary marriage of words and music in an unforgettable evening of emotional power. This compelling combination of literary and musical genius begins with Shakespearean romance and haunting whale sounds. Then AGT winner Brandon Leake brings his electrifying spoken word artistry in an innovative fusion of Hip-hop and Gospel styles.
PROGRAM
- Hovhaness: And God Created Great Whales
- Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
~ Intermission ~
- Brandon Leake: World Premiere
Atherton Auditorium Seating Map