Mahogany, the soundtrack album of Ross’ 1975 film, yielded yet another No. 1 hit: “Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You’re Going To?).” The lush ballad was also nominated for an Oscar. EVENT: Diana Ross: In the Name of Love Tour DATE/TIME: June 27, 7:30 p.m. VENUE: Walt Disney Theater NOTES: One of the most successful female recording artists of all time, Ross and The Supremes were the biggestselling act at Berry Gordy’s Motown Records. As a solo artist, Ross continued to build her legend in a career that has spanned more than 55 years. TICKETS: Prices start at $49.50 844.513.2014 • drphillipscenter.org D I D Y O U K N O W ? Ross trained as a cosmetologist and seamstress, and originally dreamed of being a fashion designer. She designed stagewear for The Supremes and helped design the costumes for her ��������������������Mahogany. SUMMER 2017 | artsLife 57 precedented $20 million recording contract, prompting her to part ways with Berry Gordy’s groundbreaking label. Ross continued to record hits, star in television specials, tour the world and make �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� shortened 1983 concert in New York’s Central Park that drew some 800,000 fans. In 1985, she was featured on “We Are the World,” a USA for Africa charity single that sold more than 20 million copies worldwide. In 1988, Ross was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Supremes, alongside original members Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard. “The Supremes were America’s ingénues, exuding a stylish charm and soulfulness that appealed across the board to black and white listeners at a time when racial divides ���������� �������������� �������������� ������������ ���������� ������������������ ������ an induction announcement. “They earned a place in music history as singers and showgirls whose popularity in the ’60s was second only to the Beatles.” In 1993, the Guinness Book of World Records declared Ross the most successful female music artist in history, with a total of 70 hit singles and 100 million records sold between her work with The Supremes and as a solo artist. Incredibly, although she’s a 12-time Grammy nominee, Ross has never actually won ���� �������������� �������� ���� ���������������� ���������������������� ���������� did, however, receive a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012.) ���������� ������������������ ���������������� ������ ������������������ ����- gagement at The Venetian in Las Vegas, where reviewers were dazzled. “She sings and smiles beautifully, reciting her songs as if each show is her last,” wrote the Las Vegas Review Journal. “‘Upside Down’ and a show-closing ‘I Will Survive’ gets the crowd grooving every time. And, as anticipated, Ross dresses the part. Her Swarovski-splashed gowns, especially the gleaming white number at the end of the show, are truly staggering.” Gaming Today agreed: “The divine Diana Ross was a symbol of the quintessential diva at The Venetian. This woman is incredible. Her singing, performance, stage presence, fashions — all one of a kind.” �� — Randy Noles
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