Michelle Johnson

Award-winning vocalist and local favorite Michelle Johnson returns to the Smith Center with "The Look of Love - A Tribute to Burt Bacharach." This poignant and uplifting new show will feature iconic Bacharach hits presented in fresh arrangements from Michelle and Musical Director Christopher Lash. Marking Michelle’s 20th show at Myron’s, "The Look of Love" will showcase the many facets of love, relationships and introspection as seen through the lens of Bacharach’s genius. Burt Bacharach, one of the most influential popular music composers of the 20th-century, wrote 73 U.S. and 52 UK Top 40 hits. Those that topped the Billboard Hot 100 include "This Guy's in Love with You,” "Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head," "(They Long to Be) Close to You," "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)," "That's What Friends Are For," and "On My Own.” His accolades include eight Grammy® Awards, three Academy Awards, two Golden Globes, and one Emmy®. Among Bachrach’s hits with the legendary Dionne Warwick were "Walk On By," "Anyone Who Had a Heart," "Alfie," "I Say a Little Prayer," "I'll Never Fall in Love Again" and "Do You Know the Way to San Jose." “Las Vegas’ First Lady of Jazz” Michelle Johnson is known for her soaring vocals, versatile repertoire, and sold-out productions at The Smith Center and elsewhere. Michelle has appeared on Broadway and has also performed, toured or recorded with legendary artists including Gladys Knight, Paul McCartney, Barbra Streisand, Michael Bublé, Elton John and others. Her liquid voice and unique storytelling style will engage you from the first note to the last. For "The Look of Love," Michelle also welcomes an ensemble of world-class entertainers as her musical guests.