A countywide annual initiative to strengthen philanthropy throughout Delaware County with a special performance by Minas
Sponsored by AQUA, PECO, WSFS Bank, and Visit Delco in conjunction with DELCO Gives
Supporters of the Historic Lansdowne Theater Corporation will gather to celebrate the completion of a $20 million restoration of the historic Lansdowne Theater built in 1927: One of the last remaining theaters from the 1920s in the Philadelphia region.
The celebration will include remarks from local Delaware County, and state officials, as well as representatives of the Historic Lansdowne Theater Corporation, the nonprofit owner and developer of the theater. The evening will conclude with a very special performance by Minas, area favorite Brazilian band.
For more than four decades, Minas has been a leader in world music and Brazilian jazz in the United States. Led by husband-and-wife duo Orlando Haddad and Patricia King, longtime Lansdowne residents, the ensemble blends Brazilian traditions—including samba, bossa nova, baião, and axé—with American jazz, blues, folk, and classical music.
Minas has performed at renowned venues such as The Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, and the Kimmel Center, released eight CDs and two vinyl albums. Their music is available on major streaming platforms worldwide.
“This project represents years of dedication by our community, partners, and supporters,” said Matt Schultz, Executive Director of the Historic Lansdowne Theater Corporation. “Reopening the Lansdowne Theater preserves a beloved cultural landmark while creating a vibrant gathering place to enjoy live performances for future generations to come.”
