Della Miles: From Whitney Houston's studio to the GOP stage

There are voices you never forget. Della Miles's is one of them. The American singer stood behind some of the biggest hits in music history – as a background vocalist for Whitney Houston, she helped shape songs that have moved millions of people worldwide. At GROOVE in the GOP Artistical Theater Essen, she now steps into the spotlight.

A voice that made history

Della Miles' career reads like a who's who of the music industry. As a studio singer, she worked with legends and lent her voice to productions that won Grammys and stormed the charts. Her vocal range spans from soulful ballads to high-energy disco tracks – a versatility that makes her the perfect fit for GROOVE.

Because GROOVE is a tribute to the disco era of the 1970s: a time when music brought people together and the groove on the dance floor was everything. Della Miles embodies that energy like almost no one else.

Live in Essen: Della Miles in GROOVE

In GROOVE, Della Miles is far more than a backing voice. She takes center stage as a lead performer on the stage of the new GOP Artistical Theater on Rottstrasse in Essen and combines live singing with the artistry of international performers. Her voice carries the emotional narrative of the show – sometimes powerful and stirring, sometimes vulnerable and intimate.

Together with Music Director Jens Eckhoff, she has helped shape the soundtrack of GROOVE. The specially produced songs move between disco classics and modern arrangements, always carried by Della Miles' unmistakable voice.

Why GROOVE? Why Essen?

The new GOP Artistical Theater offers Della Miles a stage unlike any other in the world. The completely newly conceived auditorium with immersive lighting design, state-of-the-art sound, and Europe's first stage bar creates an atmosphere in which music is not only heard, but felt. For an artist who has worked behind the scenes her whole life, GROOVE is the opportunity to finally stand at the center of attention.

Essen city center provides the perfect setting: centrally located, easy to reach, and embedded in a vibrant cultural scene in the Ruhr area.

Experience Della Miles live

GROOVE starts in September 2026 at the GOP Artistical Theater Essen. The show lasts about 120 minutes and is family-friendly. Tickets start at €49 – opening weekend is already almost sold out.

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