Respect! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul
Experience the power, passion, and unmistakable soul of Aretha Franklin with Respect! A Tribute to the Queen of Soul—a high-energy, Vegas-style tribute that celebrates one of the greatest voices in music history.
Starring the incomparable Da’Quela “Cookie” Payne, this electrifying 10-piece orchestra delivers a show-stopping performance that takes audiences on an emotional journey through Aretha’s legendary catalog. With a voice that commands the stage and stirs the soul, Cookie channels the spirit of the Queen herself—bringing every note to life with raw emotion and powerhouse vocals.
Cookie’s extraordinary talent has been recognized nationwide—crowned America’s Most Gifted Christian Singer in 2007 on the reality competition Gifted, earning a major recording contract with EMI Gospel. In 2011, she wowed the judges on American Idol, advancing all the way to Hollywood’s Top 100.
Respect! pays homage to Aretha’s most iconic hits, including “Think,” “Chain of Fools,” “I Never Loved a Man,” “Dr. Feelgood,” and many more. This is more than a concert—it’s a soul-stirring tribute to a legend.
Don’t miss your chance to witness Cookie Payne light up the stage—proving that the Queen of Soul’s legacy is alive and thriving!