Lucrecia and the Celia Cruz All-Stars

feb 25

Venue: Overture Hall

Thursday, November 19, 2026

7:30 p.m.

$28-$51

Prices include Sales Tax, Overture Center’s per-ticket facility fee and Web/Phone Fee for online or over the phone orders. To avoid the Web/Phone fee purchase in person at Overture Center’s Box Office.

A vibrant celebration honoring the Celia Cruz centennial. I will be joining Lucrecia and the Celia Cruz All-Stars to bring the energy, rhythm, and spirit of Cruz’s music to Overture Hall. A blend of cultures and languages, it promises to be a joyful tribute through the universal power of music. – Greg Zelek

Featuring

Greg Zelek, organ

Lucrecia, guest artist

Celia Cruz All Stars, guest artists

Program

Music

More details coming soon.

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Take Note: Drinks Allowed in Overture Hall

As of this season, drinks are allowed inside Overture Hall during all Madison Symphony Orchestra concerts. Refreshments may be purchased at bars and concession stands located around the Overture Hall lobby before each concert and during intermission. Please enjoy food in the lobby and unwrap any candy or cough drops before the performance begins. Thank you!

“Few vocalists can surpass the majesty and grandeur of Celia Cruz, but international sensation Lucrecia comes quite close.” — Miami New Times

Praised as “extraordinary in the classical music world” — PBS Wisconsin Life

Meet the Artists

Greg Zelek, organ

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Lucrecia, guest artist

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Thank You To Our Generous Sponsors!

PRESENTING SPONSOR

Kay Schwichtenberg and Herman Baumann

MAJOR SPONSOR

Kimberly Santiago and José J. Madera

ADDITIONAL SPONSOR

Charles McLimans and Dr. Richard Merrion

Greg Zelek is the MSO’s Principal Organist and Elaine and Nicholas Mischler Curator of the Overture Concert Organ.

Her powerful voice, unique understanding of salsa, infectious joy, incredible versatility, and distinctive rhythm have earned her an undisputed place on the international music scene and within the Spanish media landscape. Lucrecia is, without question, one of the most important female voices in Latin America and Europe. She starred in the show “Celia Cruz, El Musical,” which premiered in Miami before embarking on an impressive world tour that took her to some of the globe’s most iconic stages.

Most recently, she was selected—alongside other international figures—as a representative for the “Spain for Sure” campaign launched by the Spanish government. Her new album, “Lucrecia: De Mil Maneras”, stands as a testament to the Cuban artist’s musical richness and versatility. Released by the Yemayá Music label, it is available on all digital platforms starting May 21, 2021.