Tutti Frutti- The Life and Music of Little Richard

Schedule

Sat Dec 21 2024 at 05:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Kalita Humphreys Theater | Dallas, TX

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Come see the premiere of this electrifying musical stage play "Tutti Frutti- The Life and Music of Little Richard" on December 21, 2024!
Tutti Frutti The Musical, is a full length stage production starring Award Winning Writer and Actor, Dedrick Weathersby in the titular role; with stage direction by the accomplished Snoop Robinson, telling the story of The Architect of Rock and Roll, Richard Wayne Penniman, better known to The World as Little Richard. From his early days (1948) being discovered by the Godmother of Rock and Roll Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Starting out and spanning nearly 7 years of what would become a monumental career until his abrupt stop (1957). A young and ambitious writer for a prominent news journal company is given the daunting task of interviewing Mr. Richard Penniman for the Inaugural Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Class story, albeit reluctant of taken an assignment for "Non Well Known artist" Scott finds himself in a whirlwind of information and true Rock and Roll History. He will discover how a divided music industry, troubled but impactful childhood, sexual fluidity, ever so changing of the sounds of music and the murder and love for his father. shaped Mr. Richard's work. A live band accompanies, bringing the passion of his music alive while offering a message of freedom, breaking racial boundaries, artistic exploration and being bold enough to be Authentically You.
An six-piece band, led by Mike Herron accompanies the show, bringing the passion of Little Richard's music alive. Some songs include: “Lucille,” “Tutti Frutti,” “Slippin and A Sliddin,” “Good Golly Miss Molly,” “Long Tall Sally”, "Rip It Up" and Many More
From the Creators of The Award Winning Musical " Remembering James- The Life and Music of James Brown"
"Nothing short of fantastic"-Sid Cohen. Theater Weekly
"James Brown's promoter... [Brian] Martin praised Weathersby for 'nailing' all of Browns dance moves and called the acting 'Oscar-worthy.' 'Dedrick is the real deal,' Martin said. 'If you're a James Brown fan, this show is phenomenal. It brought back so many great memories working with Mr. Brown and his band.'" - "Times-Herald"
Praise from fans for Dedrick Weathersby in Remembeirng James- The Life and Music of James Brown:
“ We have seen James Brown perform and Dedrick Weathersby has him down.”
“ Weathersby’s performance was spot on and fantastic.”
“The band was great and there wasn’t a song that I would want to have hear that they missed.”
“If you are a James Brown fan and even if you’re not you should see this show.”
“Highly recommend and the guy who plays James Brown (Dedrick Weathersby) is definitely a talent you dont want to miss, his band is awesome as well.”
“Weathersby’s Brown is so on-point and real, I used Shazam to see if James Brown would show up as the performer of the songs because Weathersby nailed it.” — Reelkev Arts
"Outstanding show! Extremely entertaining! Dedrick Weathersby is an incredibly talented young man. His representation of James Brown (songs, dancing, outfits, was so on point). I highly recommend this show!"
"Watch out New York! James Brown is on his way to Broadway!"
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Kalita Humphreys Theater, 3636 Turtle Creek Blvd,Dallas,TX,United States

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