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The Black Ensemble Theater brings you that down home blues like nobody else can! There was a little club in the basement called Theresa’s where all the blues legends came to party! Experience Theresa’s- that little club in the basement- as we recreate and celebrate that down home blues. Wear your dance shoes cause Down In The Basement –That’s Where It’s At! |
Directed by Jackie Taylor and Daryl Brooks Written by Joe Plummer
Regular tickets are $45.00. Discounts are available for students, seniors and groups. Tickets are available by calling the Black Ensemble Theater Box Office at 773-769-4451 You can also visit www.ticketmaster.com. Group tickets are only available through the Black Ensemble Theater Box Office. |
THE NEXT PLAYS
Because a production might be extended - We can not tell you what dates the productions will open, but we can tell you that these plays will be next.
The Other Cinderella
Produced, Written and Directed by Jackie Taylor
Jackie Taylor's The Other Cinderella is the most popular production produced by the Black Ensemble Theater. This most celebrated Black fairy tale returns to the stage every two years and this will mark Cinderella's sixteenth triumphant return. We always feature some new surprises while maintaining the characters that you love, the Stepmama who works at the post office, the Fairy Godmama from Jamaica and the Brothers from the hood. Just as in the traditional Cinderella, there is a King, a Queen and a Prince, but in this kingdom, everybody has soul. "The Other cinderella" is appropriate for all ages, featuring original music, exciting dance and a heartwarming story that reminds audiences of the greatness of the human spirit.
All In Love Is Fair - A Tribute to the Love Songs
Written & Directed by Jackie Taylor
Who do you think of when you think of the great love songs - Teddy Pendergrass, Luther Vandross, Ron Isley, The Isley Brothers? The genius of their music and many other love balladeers are featured in this musical dedicated to love.
A Rare Pearl - The Story of Pearl Bailey
Written by Wendell Etherly Directed by Daryl D. Brooks
A great singer, a phenominal dancer, one of the first Black female movie stars. Who was this lady who won the hearts of America during one of the most difficult racial periods in our history? You'll learn all that and more in this Black Ensemble Theater world premier production.
You Brought The Sunshine in My Life (The Story of the Clark Sisters)
Written by Dawn Mitchell
The Clark Sisters are the largest selling female gospel group of all time having sold millions of albums and have paved the way for the contemporary genre of gospel music. Their story unfolds in the fun and exciting Black Ensemble tradition.
