Clyde Jones Returns To TELL HELL I AIN'T COMIN' At The Kaye Playhouse

By: Aug. 19, 2010
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Stage and screen actor Clyde Jones returns to his role of Satan in Marcia Samuels acclaimed musical, Tell Hell I Ain't Comin', following it's successful showcase performances in Brooklyn and Queens. Tell Hell I Ain't Comin' is a thrilling Broadway caliber musical that has entertained and inspired audiences during its eighty-seven performances across the U.S., including performances in Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago, and Atlanta.

Performances: Wednesday, Sept. 15 @ 8:00 pm; Thursday, Sept. 16 @ 8:00 PM; Friday, Sept. 17 @ 8:00 PM; Saturday, Sept. 18 @ 7:30 PM; and Sunday, Sept. 19 @ 4:00 PM.

Tickets are available at http://www.theatermania.com/ , or by phone at 212-352-3101. Ticket are prices from $65.00 to $35.00.

Tell Hell I Ain't Comin' is a thought-provoking journey that introduces characters from everyday life and chronicles events that led to their assignment to Hell. Some you expect to see there while others will surprise you. The musical explores the spiritual journey of a devout man of God who appears to have passed away and arrives Heaven's Gate, where he discovers he must enter another gate that leads to Hell. While in Hell, he meets a series of colorful characters who all have a story to tell as to why they don't belong in Hell, and if given a second chance, their earthly life will be different. Through a series of emotionally charged scenes, comedic encounters, moving songs, and dazzling dance numbers, our man of God discovers hope and his glory. For more info: http://www.dontugo.com/ 

Clyde Jones has developed a reputation of sorts as an exceptional actor, writer, director, and producer. This Texas born Louisiana native is a product of the University of Southern California (USC), where he held the title Man of USC for two years. Clyde received his first big break when he was cast in the role of Pvt. "Shortwave" Coates in the war drama The Siege of Firebase Gloria Starring Golden Globe nominee R. Lee Ermey and Independent Spirit award nominee Wings Hauser. Since then Clyde has appeared in numerous films and television shows including Moesha, Homeboys in Outer Space, Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Sparks and Divas, Motown's Mustang, Eddie Murphy's Coming to America, Fear of A Black Hat, Players Club, Our Journey and Love Beat the Hell Out of Me.

Clyde 's acting abilities have received rave reviews. He received the NAACP award for Best Theatrical Performance for an Actor for the play ‘Miss Dessa' and a NAACP nomination for best actor for the play "Streamers." He is also showing his skills behind the camera as well by producing and writing a spoof of his well-known Soul Glo character. In addition, in producing the film, Gold Diggin': For Love of Money, he provides an insightful commentary about the world of complex social relationships.

Current projects include 'Chasing the Hawk' (A WWE film starring Edge), the completion of the pilot 'Kimmie's Kitchen' with comedian Thea, motion picture ‘Kings of the Evening' with Lynn Whitfield, Glynn Turman, James Russo, Steven Williams, Reginald C. Dorsey, and Tyson Beckford, ‘Who Killed Soul Glo? (a parody)' with Marla Gibbs, Steven Williams, Glynn Turman, Todd Brides, John Marshall Jones, LaRita Shelby, Mariam Ramsey, Tommy Davison, and the list goes on. Clyde recently completed the film ‘Breathe' starring Robin Givens, Miguel Nunez, Steven Williams, Jazmine Lewis, and Sam Logan, ‘Gangland Love Story" with Gary Sturgis, Regan Gomez, and A. J. Lamas. Clyde is currently performing in the hit play ‘Tell Hell I Ain't Comin' in the role of Satan.

Location: The Kaye Playhouse
695 Park Avenue

The Kaye Box Office
East 68th Street between Park and Lexington Aves.
212-772-4448
http://kayeplayhouse.hunter.cuny.edu

Subway: 6 Train to 68th Street / Hunter College



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