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From Child Phenom to Major Star, Dawnn Lewis Continues to Shine
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From Child Phenom to Major Star, Dawnn Lewis Continues to Shine

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Staff WriterFebruary 13, 2020

Dawnn Lewis (Manuel Harlan photo) Dawnn Lewis is like a close family friend. She’s endeared herself to audiences around the globe who watched her amazing growth from child phenom to major star. Yet, throughout her journey to being a top celebrity, Lewis has never lost the ability to connect with everyday people, which is likely one reason that admirers feel they personally know her. Audiences are resonating with Lewis even more after witnessing her performance in “Tina – The Tina Turner Musical,” which is currently playing on Broadway in New York City. In her role as Turner’s mother, Zelma, Lewis

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.

‘The Marriage’ Looks at God, Love and Mental Illness
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‘The Marriage’ Looks at God, Love and Mental Illness

Cora Jackson-Fossett, Religion EditorOctober 6, 2016

Faith and mental illness are rarely linked together, but “The Marriage,” reveals a connection between the two. The stage play, which is based on a true story, shows the devastating effects of the disease on a young couple. Kosmond Russell Productions and Biblical Films Company have teamed up to present two performances of “The Marriage” on Saturday, October 8, at 2:30 p.m., and 7:30 p.m., at the West Angeles Performing Arts Center, 3020 Crenshaw Blvd., in Los Angeles. “It is an endearing love story that addresses the promises and covenant of marriage. The play is honest, entertaining, funny, insightful, informative and God Centered,”