"This really means a lot to David," Newman's wife Karen told the Free Press. "Curtis and Marcus are two of the very best."
Newman has undergone hip-replacement surgery and is recovering, according to concert producer James Ross.
Newman first came to prominence as a member of Ray Charles's group in the 1950s and '60s. He has since made dozens of jazz and rhythm and blues recordings with Aretha Franklin, Lee Morgan, B. B. King, Dr. John, and others.
Lileana Blain-Cruz directs the new production, opening April 23.
The Cuban-born composer is this season's Debs Composer's Chair.
The cast is led by Bryonha Marie and Nathan Gunn, with Tony winner Ted Sperling at the baton.
The season, opening September 21, will include 58 ballets across 21 weeks of performances.
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