Matthew Whitaker is an American jazz keyboardist. Blind since birth, he has performed at venues including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center and the Apollo Theater, where, at 10, he was the opening performer for Stevie Wonder’s induction into the Apollo Theater’s Hall of Fame. He’s now an artist, captivating audiences globally and appearing on notable T.V. shows like Showtime at the Apollo, the Today Show, Ellen, and a feature on 60 Minutes.
He is a three-time ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Award winner, with four studio albums as a leader; Outta The Box, Now Hear This, Connections, and On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute, an homage to some of Matthew’s heroes on the instrument, that debuted in summer 2024.
Matthew believes that music connects us all and that every child should have access to music education. Beyond music, he advocates for persons with disabilities and consults with companies to improve accessibility features.
Please note: There is no elevator access to the Balcony level. It is only accessible via stairs.
Tickets may also be purchased directly through the High Point Theatre Box Office: 336.887.3001, 12-5pm, Mon-Fri.
Discounts of $5 per ticket are available for High Point residents. To receive this discount, please call the box office directly at 336-887-3001, Mon-Fri, 12-5pm. (Resident discounts are not available online.)
