{"id":8873,"date":"2026-03-06T06:30:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T12:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/?p=8873"},"modified":"2026-03-03T10:28:30","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T16:28:30","slug":"nikola-tesla-light-it-up-an-original-rock-opera-world-debut-in-st-louis-june-20-at-delmar-hall","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stlouisdad.com\/s\/nikola-tesla-light-it-up-an-original-rock-opera-world-debut-in-st-louis-june-20-at-delmar-hall\/","title":{"rendered":"Nikola Tesla \u201cLight It Up\u201d An Original Rock Opera World Debut in St. Louis June 20 at Delmar Hall"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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St. Louis — Nikola Tesla<\/strong> was one of the greatest visionaries in human history, a creative genius who shaped the electrical age, powered the modern world, and imagined a future far beyond his time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nikola Tesla \u201cLight It Up\u201d \u2013 An Original Rock Opera<\/strong> is a high-impact, contemporary rock opera production that brings the life of Nikola Tesla<\/strong> to the stage through a driving rock score and cinematic storytelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The world premiere performance takes place on June 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Delmar Hall in the Delmar Loop neighborhood of St. Louis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Featuring 13 original songs<\/strong> performed by a full live rock band<\/strong>, the production journeys through the defining chapters of Tesla\u2019s life\u2014 inventions, innovation, obsession, and ultimate legacy. The stage production is highlighted with nonstop, multimedia videos that will draw the audience in and provide an immersive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Songs such as I Am The Original Wizard of OZ, Dinner at Delmonico\u2019s<\/em>, Colorado Cosmic Cowboy<\/em>, Wardenclyffe<\/em>, Presence<\/em>, Peace<\/em>, and the anthemic Light It Up<\/em> blend historical moments with emotional depth, presenting Tesla not only as a towering intellect but as a deeply human figure ahead of his time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bold, immersive, and accessible to audiences across cultures, Nikola Tesla \u201cLight It Up\u201d<\/strong> is a globally scalable rock opera that fuses musical live concert energy and timeless relevance\u2014created to captivate, inspire, entertain, and ignite audiences around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nikola Tesla “Light It Up” is created and produced by St. Louisans Mark Rodgers and John Rodgers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

St. Louis\u2019 Premier Tribute Powerhouse Ignites the World Premiere of<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tesla\u2019s Electrifying Rock Opera<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Jason Nelson Band<\/strong> stands among St. Louis\u2019 most respected and in-demand live performance groups, celebrated for commanding stage presence, powerhouse vocals, and electrifying musicianship. Renowned for their top-tier tribute productions honoring Queen, Sting, and Talking Heads<\/strong>, the band has earned a reputation for musical precision, dynamic energy, and unforgettable live entertainment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For the World Premiere of <\/strong>Nikola Tesla \u201cLight It Up\u201d \u2014 An Original Rock Opera<\/em><\/strong> at Delmar Hall on June 20, 2026, the band expands into a powerhouse eight-member ensemble, uniting exceptional St. Louis musicians to bring the sweeping theatrical score to life. Blending driving rock intensity with orchestral textures and cinematic storytelling, the performance features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jason Nelson \u2013 Lead Vocals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alonzo Jamison \u2013 Drums<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rich Mendoza \u2013 Bass<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steve Johnston \u2013 Guitar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charlie Brown \u2013 Keyboards<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stacey Rios \u2013 Cello & Vocals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark Hochberg \u2013 Violin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, they deliver the musical force launching this groundbreaking rock opera onto the world stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information, visit\u00a0teslalightitup.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tickets Available Now:\u00a0https:\/\/www.thepageant.com\/event\/nikola-tesla-early-062026\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow on social media @teslalightitup<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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