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Jelly’s Last Jam

Pasadena Playhouse Theater 39 S. El Molino Avenue, Pasadena, CA

Pasadena Playhouse presents Jelly’s Last Jam Book by George C. Wolfe Music by Jelly Roll Morton Lyrics by Susan Birkenhead Musical Adaptation and Additional Music Composed By Luther Henderson When legendary musician Jelly Roll Morton’s soul is forced to face the music, ...

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$44 – $142

Ebony Repertory Theatre presents Chester Gregory

Nate Holden Performing Arts Center 4718 W Washington Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, United States

Ebony Repertory Theatre presents Chester Gregory Enjoy the musical stylings of Broadway’s Chester Gregory (“Motown: The Musical” and “Hairspray”) singing hits by James Brown, Sam Cooke, Ben E. King, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Jackie Wilson and more. A Marvelous Night of Music!

Biddy Mason, based on a story by Dana Johnson

The Rosenthal Theater at Inner-City Arts 720 Kohler St., Los Angeles, CA

The Fountain Theatre’s “Fountain for Youth” arts education wing joins forces with Inner-City Arts, The Autry Museum of the American West and CounterBalance Theater to present Biddy Mason Based on a short story by Dana Johnson Directed by Annie Loui Based on ...

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$20

W.I.G. A One Woman Show by Shelli Boone

Willie Agee Playhouse 714 Warren Ln., Inglewood, CA

W.I.G. A One Woman Show Written By and Starring Shelli Boone Directed by Keena Ferguson W.I.G. - A ONE WOMAN SHOW is a musical piece that deals with the creator’s personal struggle with hair loss and her internal fight to accept her ...

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$30

Robey Theatre Company’s Playwrights Lab

Virtual

The Robey Theatre Company’s Playwright Lab is Open for Submissions! The Playwrights Lab is dedicated to the art of storytelling and high-quality playmaking. The process is collaborative and designed to encourage artistic growth and expression. Built into the design are opportunities for ...

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$250

Debbie Allen Dance Academy presents Free Community Block Party

Debbie Allen Dance Academy presents Free Community Block Party! Join DADA on Sunday, June 2, 2024 as they partner with Councilwoman Heather Hutt of District 10 for a Free Community Block Party. Free carnival rides and games, plus free dance classes. Food ...

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Free