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‘The Tomb’ play highlights faith and challenges
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‘The Tomb’ play highlights faith and challenges

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorMay 31, 2017

“The Tomb,” a new play about the early Christian church, debuts Sunday, June 4, at 3 p.m., at the Hollywood Fringe Festival, the largest performing arts fair in Southern California. The production will be held at The Complex’s OMR Theatre, 6468 Santa Monica Blvd., in Hollywood. Additional performances are set for Sunday, June 11, at 3 p.m.; Thursday, June 15, at 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 17, at 9:30 p.m.; and Monday, June 19, at 8:30 p.m. The faith-based drama, written by Ed Sharrow, features Anthony, a wealthy young man who encloses himself in a tomb while seeking to determine the

Comedic Legend Michael Colyar’s One-Man Show Tour, “Michael Coylar’s Momma” will Showcase Pain and Laughter
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Comedic Legend Michael Colyar’s One-Man Show Tour, “Michael Coylar’s Momma” will Showcase Pain and Laughter

Shonassee Shaver, Contributing WriterApril 5, 2017

Film, television and comedian, Michael Colyar presents “Michael Coylar’s Momma,” A Fool Telling His Truths In Two Acts. Directed by writer and actor Iona Morris, the one-man show will debut at the ACME Comedy theater located in Hollywood at 135 N. La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036 and will debut on the weekends of April 7- 9th at 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm as well as April 14 – 16th from 7:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

Veteran comedian “Scruncho” presents his first ever one-man show: “All I Needed Was a Hug”
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Veteran comedian “Scruncho” presents his first ever one-man show: “All I Needed Was a Hug”

Sentinel News ServiceApril 3, 2017

Veteran comedian/actor Anthony “Scruncho” McKinley presents his first ever one-man show “All I Needed Was a Hug,” a powerful stage play about his life journey from child neglect to comedic glory. Produced by Emmy Award-winning media maven Sherri Shepherd, “All I Needed Was a Hug” will be presented at the Two Roads Theater, Thursday, April 6.

Alvin Ailey American Dane Theatre Returns to the Music Center
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Alvin Ailey American Dane Theatre Returns to the Music Center

Sentinel News ServiceMarch 7, 2017

The Music Center, L.A.’s performing arts destination, welcomes Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on March 8 – 12, 2017 as part of the Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at The Music Center 2016-2017 season at The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. The company will perform three different programs during the five-day engagement. This engagement will include the West Coast premieres of Untitled America, r-Evolution, Dream., and Deep. All programs will also include Ailey’s must-see American masterpiece Revelations. Many of the works connect directly with the African American experience, a founding tenet of the company.

Dawnn Lewis Highlights The Reality of Mental Illness in ‘The Marriage’ 
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Dawnn Lewis Highlights The Reality of Mental Illness in ‘The Marriage’ 

Brittany K. Jackson, Contributing Writer  October 12, 2016

Depicting the ups and downs of mental illness across generational lines is seldom addressed in African-American homes, much less live theatre. Recently, spectators and friends gathered in numbers to attend the NACCP Award Winning stage play: The Marriage, starring A Different World actress Dawnn Lewis. Held at the West Angeles Performing Arts Theatre, the play sought to shed light on how mental illness impacts families and their loved ones, and the importance of seeking professional help to break the cycle.

Director Phylicia Rashad Makes August Wilson’s Words Come Alive With ‘Ma Rainey’ 
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Director Phylicia Rashad Makes August Wilson’s Words Come Alive With ‘Ma Rainey’ 

Zon D’Amour, Contributing Writer September 13, 2016

In 2016, the way in which playwright August Wilson’s words remain so timely and poignant is almost eerie. Though written in 1982, “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”, which is set in 1920s Chicago, gives a peek into the complex personal and professional lives of musicians seeking to literally and figuratively have their voices heard.

Starletta DuPois Stars in 2016 Adaptation of A Raisin in the Sun
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Starletta DuPois Stars in 2016 Adaptation of A Raisin in the Sun

Brittany K. Jackson, Contributing WriterAugust 3, 2016

This time around, the Sentinel trekked over to the Ruskin Group Theatre in Santa Monica to watch the screenplay’s rebirth, which was met by a quaint, intimate setting with quietly dimmed lights. The set stayed true to form, positioning thick-laced coveralls and placemats over the worn kitchen furnishings, newspapers and cigarettes on the small wooden dining table, and an old olive couch doubled as a day bed for Mama’s grandson to sleep on.

Who Is John Dolphin?
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Who Is John Dolphin?

Zon D'Amour, Contributing WriterJuly 20, 2016

Before Quincy Jones and Berry Gordy there was James Dolphin. At a time when it was against the law for African Americans to set up shop in Hollywood, Dolphin opened an immensely popular record store in South Los Angeles, on Vernon and Central Avenue that not only eased tensions in the area but was the springboard for the careers of many legendary artists.