Queens Culture & Arts Network Celebrates Sold-Out HITCity Performance at Queens Theatre

Yesterday, the Queens Culture & Arts Network (QCAN), a division of the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens, proudly presented a sold-out performance of HITCity at Queens Theatre. The event marked a jubilant celebration of 60 years of Motown, drawing a vibrant crowd of arts patrons and community members eager to honor the legendary sounds that shaped generations.

The evening was a joyful tribute to Motown’s enduring legacy, as audience members reveled in the spirit of togetherness and nostalgia. The excitement was palpable throughout the venue, with patrons united by a shared love of music and a sense of community that transcended age and background.

HITCity’s high-energy renditions of The Temptations’ iconic hits captivated the crowd, featuring spot-on vocals and dynamic choreography that brought the classics to life. The performers’ artistry and passion were met with standing ovations and enthusiastic applause.

The event was graced by distinguished guests, including Tony Award winner Jessie Mueller (Beautiful), Broadway luminaries Stephanie Pope (Chicago, Pippin, Fosse), Bobby Harden (New York’s soul man and member of The Blues Brothers), and Broadway musical arranger Chapman Roberts (Smokey Joe’s Café, Five Guys Named Moe). Also in attendance were the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens Board President Naltzer Sanchez, Chief Executive Director Costa Constantinides, and QCAN’s Executive Director Susan Agin, whose leadership continues to elevate the borough’s cultural landscape.

Reflecting on the event, Susan Agin remarked, “The arts have a profound healing power, and tonight’s celebration was a testament to how music can bring people together and uplift our spirits. The atmosphere in the theatre was electric—filled with joy and hope. No one wanted to leave.”

QCAN and the Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens extend their heartfelt gratitude to all attendees, supporters, and artists who made the HITCity performance a resounding success. As the organization looks forward to future events, it remains committed to fostering community connection and celebrating the transformative influence of the arts in Queens.