Hitt Records is a new musical revue that explores the rich history of music through the lens of a vintage record shop owned by characters James and Charles Hitt. As they share their vast knowledge with their nephew and patrons, the audience is treated to beloved hits from artists like Curtis Mayfield and Bob Marley. The production, written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks, stars Lyle Miller, Dennis Dent, and Rhonda Preston, among others, and promises a vibrant celebration of music's enduring legacy.
Cast and Creative Team for Hitt Records at Black Ensemble Theater
Cast
Destin Warner
Ensemble
Dennis Dent
Ensemble
Britt Edwards
Ensemble
Jaitee Thomas
Ensemble
Trequon Tate
Ensemble
Dwight Neal
Ensemble
DeVaughn Loman
Ensemble
Qiana McNary
Ensemble
Rhonda Preston
Ensemble
Michael Lunder
Ensemble
Lyle Miller
Ensemble
Creative Team
Denise Karczewski
Set/Light Designer
Jackie Taylor
Executive Producer
Daryl D. Brooks
Writer
Daryl D. Brooks
Director
Daryl D. Brooks
Producing Managing Director
Robert Reddrick
Music Director
Christopher Chase Carter
Choreographer
Evelyn Danner
Costume Designer
Sean Alvarez
Sound Designer
DJ Douglass
Projection Designer
Harrison Ornelas
Technical Director
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