Tutti Frutti: The Musical- A Tribute to Little Richard (CONCERT SHOW)

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Step into a time machine and experience the raw, piano-pounding electricity of the "Architect of Rock ‘n’ Roll." Tutti Frutti: The Musical – The Concert Version is a high-octane tribute that relives the legendary energy of Little Richard: Live in Hollywood.

Following its critically acclaimed West Coast Premiere at the Lesher Center for the Arts, this professional production is hitting the stage as a focused, 80-minute concert experience. While the full-length musical dives into the drama of Richard Penniman’s life, this concert version is a pure celebration of the music, recreating the fast-paced, soulful, and wild atmosphere of his most iconic Hollywood performances.

Starring Emmy and Broadway World Award-winning actor Dedrick Weathersby, this show captures the vocal fire and flamboyant showmanship that influenced everyone from The Beatles, James Brown to Prince.

• The Hollywood Experience: Relive the 1960s "Club Okeh" era, fast, loud, and soulful.
• The Greatest Hits: Non-stop live performances of "Tutti Frutti," "Long Tall Sally," "Good Golly Miss Molly," "Lucille," "Rip It Up," and many more.
• World-Class Musicianship: A powerhouse live band delivering the "Architect" sound with precision and passion.
• Award-Winning Performance: Witness the portrayal that critics have hailed as a "masterclass" in honoring Little Richard’s legacy.

• Show Format: 80-minute high-energy concert.
• Background: This is the concert adaptation of the full-length theatrical production, licensed with exclusivity by Sony Music Publishing.
• Attire: Rock ‘n’ roll threads are highly encouraged! Poodle skirts, leather jackets, and vibrant hair are welcome.
• Doors Open: 6:45PM | Show Starts: 7:30PM

Don't miss this "Rock 'n' Rolling" good time from the creators of the award-winning Remembering James: The Life and Music of James Brown.

Grab your tickets now and get ready to "Rip It Up" with the King and Architect of Rock 'n' Roll!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Awesome performance!!!!!!" — Jennifer Martell

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My wife and I were thrilled to see your wonderful show... As a young teen following Top 40 in the 60's, Little Richard, Fats Domino & Chubby Checker became my first exposure to the 'other' Rock N Roll, which led to so many marvelous performers. Music truly is a map to a more diverse world." — Alan Robertson (Remembering Black Dallas)

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Excellent show—awesome singers and performers. Little Richard would be proud!" — Shirley Crothers

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wonderful and Awesome stage play/musical!!!" — Alisha

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I loved the overall performance... the first half was awesome." — Charles Stone

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Long overdue musical tribute to Little Richard! Outstanding! I hope to see it again and was blessed to see your premiere! 😍" — Kristen Bouchrara

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great show! It was worth the drive from Oklahoma!! When Julian Blake took the stage as preacher, THE ATMOSPHERE IN THE THEATER CHANGED!!! That was a POWERFUL performance!!!! I highly recommend seeing this production! EVERY vocalist is talented!!!!!" — Gradie Green

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What a show! We expected great music because, well, it's Little Richard, but the story told through the historical lens of Black experience during the 50's drew us in. A must watch for music and theater lovers!" — Evalynne Dacayanan

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Simply Amazing, production value was great." — Michelle

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I loved the performance and this was a considered gamble from our traditional shows and this gamble paid off tremendously." — Malcolm Potter

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Finally a Tribute Show I can relate to! Fantastic! I hope to see it again, worth the travel!" — Barbara

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My family and I drove down from metro Detroit to see this show and it did not disappoint... The show, the acting, the music and talented singing was all on point." — David Kniffen

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