MEMBER PRESALE 4.1 @10AM - GENERAL SALE 4.3 @10AM -
They never saw Chicago perform live. They had no sheet music. Working entirely by ear from recordings and videos, Leonid Vorobyev and his circle of elite musicians reconstructed one of the most complex catalogs in American rock — and did it so perfectly that Chicago themselves took notice.
That's the origin story of Leonid & Friends, the globally acclaimed 11-piece collective that has taken the music world by storm — and is coming to the Midland Theatre in Newark, Ohio.
Formed by multi-talented musician and producer Leonid Vorobyev, the group draws elite vocalists and instrumentalists from Russia, Ukraine, Moldova, and beyond, united by a shared obsession with celebrating the golden era of American horn-driven rock. What began as a retirement gift to himself — a single studio cover of a Chicago song — quickly went viral. Chicago's own members praised the recordings and shared them on their official website. Chicago's original drummer Danny Seraphine was so moved, he joined the band on stage during one of their U.S. shows. Wikipedia The internet went wild, and the world followed.
Today, Leonid & Friends have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago — racking up over 200 million video views and more than 200 successful U.S. shows. Arcada Theatre With 500 million combined views across platforms, multiple sold-out coast-to-coast tours, and fans who travel show to show just to hear them again, this is not your average tribute act.
In concert, Leonid & Friends deliver a stunningly authentic and exhilarating experience: a razor-tight horn section, rich vocal harmonies, and unmistakable rock & roll soul that fills every corner of the room. Expect timeless anthems like "25 or 6 to 4," "Make Me Smile," "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?," "Feelin' Stronger Every Day," "Beginnings," "Questions 67 & 68," and "Hard to Say I'm Sorry / Get Away" — alongside select surprises from an ever-expanding repertoire that includes Earth, Wind & Fire, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Steely Dan, The Carpenters, and other beloved '70s favorites.
Ohio has always known great music. This is one night you don't want to miss.
MEET AND GREET: A wonderful opportunity for fans to meet and interact with Leonid & Friends. Quantity is limited at each show. Shortly after the concert, attendees with a M&G wristband will be allowed to meet the band, have a group photo taken, and the opportunity to chat with band members and have merchandise or memorabilia signed.