MUSIC HALL HONORS ITS CHAMPIONS TINA & LELAND BASSETT
DETROIT, Nov. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tina & Leland Bassett, partners in life and in work, have together supported Music Hall for a combined 100+ years! They are Trustees, contributors, and above all – the most steadfast and loyal friends.
On Sunday November 15, in a gathering of Music Hall friends & family, we will unveil a commissioned portrait of the Bassetts. Created over several sittings this summer, the portrait is stunning in its likeness of Tina & Leland – not only the physical aspect, but in the emotional energy that it captures between two people with a bond so strong it defies definition.
Tina and Leland exemplify the values of dedication and service. They have stood with Detroit through thick and thin and believe fiercely in the city's exceptional talent.
Their support of and belief in our work is captured in the quote featured prominently on the wall of The Tina & Leland Bassett Lounge, on our 3rd floor. "Art is the soul of humanity. The performing arts discover, preserve, and present the human expression of that soul. Music Hall is the unique and perfect venue for the celebration of who we are and who we can become."
The work was made by English muralist and portraitist Richard Wilson, who now joyfully calls himself a Detroiter. Richard entered the Music Hall orbit when he proposed and completed, in 2019, a most mammoth of passion projects – the mural of Stevie Wonder on our building's back wall. The work has now become a global icon for our city. He received the opportunity to paint a portrait of the Bassetts as an honor. RW: "The Bassetts' encouragement and belief in me as I pursue my passion of portrait painting is something that has elevated my work. What I really aimed to capture is the love that exists between them." We think he surely did.
Unveiling of the portrait, which will be on permanent display for the public in the Lounge, precedes a 7:30pm performance by the inimitable Patti LaBelle. Tickets are still available at www.ticketmaster.com or at Music Hall box office by calling 313-887-8501.
Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts / www.musichall.org
350 Madison Avenue, Detroit, MI 48226 / 313-887-8500
SOURCE Music Hall Center for the Performing Arts
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