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YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR OUR 2023 SEASON

The 2023 Season of Excellence is subtitled Rejuvenation because the productions will focus on helping to reignite the passion, excitement and energy of returning to the vibrancy and vitality of experiencing a full season of outstanding theater.

Reasons: A Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Reasons takes us on a journey of how Earth, Wind, and Fire was formed from their humble beginnings, to become the musical revolutionaries that changed the course of music. How they took a vision that no one said would work, and turned it into a musical powerhouse that still lives on today.

Previews: February 25th, 26th, March 3rd & 4th
Open: March 5th
Close:
April 16th

 

The Real Housewives of Motown

Written and Directed by Michelle Renee’ Bester

We’ve seen how life was for the musical superstars of the Motown era but it’s time the wives be given a voice. Join us for this exciting musical journey as we discover what life was like for the women married to the stars!

Previews: May 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th
Open: May 28th
Close: July 9th

 

A Taste of Soul

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Previews: August 26th, 27th, September 1st, 2nd
Open:
September 3rd
Close: October 15th

“A Taste of Soul” is an outstanding musical tribute to a genre of music that has influenced popular culture worldwide. Experience how Soul music has evolved from its Gospel roots to the pop culture sensation of today. With songs from some of Soul’s greatest hit makers like Barry White, Lou Rawls, Al Green, Bobby Caldwell, Gladys Knight and duets from legends like Peaches & Herb, Ashford & Simpson – and the list goes on and on! “A Taste of Soul” is more than an appetizer, it is a gigantic musical feast full of fun and laughter – with a little history for good measure.

 


The Other Cinderella

Written and Directed by Jackie Taylor

It’s the 47th Anniversary of Jackie Taylor’s holiday classic hit “The Other Cinderella.” It’s been almost five decades and Cinderella is proving to be ageless. The story line remains the same – Cinderella is from the projects, the Stepmamma works at the Post Office, the Brothers are from the Hood, and the Fairygodmamma hails from Jamaica! At the helm of the Kingdom of Other is the King and the Queen and everybody – even Dorothy – has soul. This fun-filled story will have you laughing and dancing in the aisles. Of course “The OtherCinderella” always brings something new to the party every time she takes the stage. So expect a few intoxicating and wonderful surprises. “The Other Cinderella” has lasted for many generations because her message is timeless – “You’ll have a lifetime of hopes and dreams of successes and failures in planning life’s scheme – there will always be heartaches that you must go thru – but you live through them all – because of the spirit in you.”

Previews: November 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th
Open: November 19th
Close
: December 31st

Now on sale – Get tickets!


FIVE PLAY CARD SPECIAL

The 5-Play Card equals $45 tickets! – Click here for more information.

GROUP TICKETS

Black Ensemble Theater has special offers for groups of 10 or more. If you are interested in purchasing tickets for a group of 10 or more, contact our Group Sales Manager, Karolyn Wright by clicking here or call 773-754-3927 to receive the group discount.

YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US FOR OUR 2023 SEASON

The 2023 Season of Excellence is subtitled Rejuvenation because the productions will focus on helping to reignite the passion, excitement and energy of returning to the vibrancy and vitality of experiencing a full season of outstanding theater.

Reasons: A Tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Reasons takes us on a journey of how Earth, Wind, and Fire was formed from their humble beginnings, to become the musical revolutionaries that changed the course of music. How they took a vision that no one said would work, and turned it into a musical powerhouse that still lives on today.

Previews: February 25th, 26th, March 3rd & 4th
Open: March 5th
Close:
April 16th

 

The Real Housewives of Motown

Written and Directed by Michelle Renee’ Bester

We’ve seen how life was for the musical superstars of the Motown era but it’s time the wives be given a voice. Join us for this exciting musical journey as we discover what life was like for the women married to the stars!

Previews: May 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th
Open: May 28th
Close: July 9th

 

A Taste of Soul

Written and Directed by Daryl D. Brooks

Previews: August 26th, 27th, September 1st, 2nd
Open:
September 3rd
Close: October 15th

“A Taste of Soul” is an outstanding musical tribute to a genre of music that has influenced popular culture worldwide. Experience how Soul music has evolved from its Gospel roots to the pop culture sensation of today. With songs from some of Soul’s greatest hit makers like Barry White, Lou Rawls, Al Green, Bobby Caldwell, Gladys Knight and duets from legends like Peaches & Herb, Ashford & Simpson – and the list goes on and on! “A Taste of Soul” is more than an appetizer, it is a gigantic musical feast full of fun and laughter – with a little history for good measure.

 


The Other Cinderella

Written and Directed by Jackie Taylor

It’s the 47th Anniversary of Jackie Taylor’s holiday classic hit “The Other Cinderella.” It’s been almost five decades and Cinderella is proving to be ageless. The story line remains the same – Cinderella is from the projects, the Stepmamma works at the Post Office, the Brothers are from the Hood, and the Fairygodmamma hails from Jamaica! At the helm of the Kingdom of Other is the King and the Queen and everybody – even Dorothy – has soul. This fun-filled story will have you laughing and dancing in the aisles. Of course “The OtherCinderella” always brings something new to the party every time she takes the stage. So expect a few intoxicating and wonderful surprises. “The Other Cinderella” has lasted for many generations because her message is timeless – “You’ll have a lifetime of hopes and dreams of successes and failures in planning life’s scheme – there will always be heartaches that you must go thru – but you live through them all – because of the spirit in you.”

Previews: November 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th
Open: November 19th
Close
: December 31st

Now on sale – Get tickets!


FIVE PLAY CARD SPECIAL

The 5-Play Card equals $45 tickets! – Click here for more information.

GROUP TICKETS

Black Ensemble Theater has special offers for groups of 10 or more. If you are interested in purchasing tickets for a group of 10 or more, contact our Group Sales Manager, Karolyn Wright by clicking here or call 773-754-3927 to receive the group discount.