The Ensemble Theatre Elevates The Life Of Icon Josephine Baker In Musical JOSEPHINE TONIGHT
By: Stephi Wild Jun. 03, 2019
The Ensemble Theatre kicks off its season finale musical Josephine Tonight, a story highlighting the early life of activist and entertainment icon Josephine Baker. Actress Dequina Moore, is set to play the starring role. Moore is a Houston native and Ensemble Theatre Young Performer Program Alumna whose career achievements include work on Broadway, television, and film. Her performances in "Little Shop of Horrors", "Legally Blond", and touring with Tyler Perry are just a few of her many accolades.
A musical biography of showbiz legend Josephine Baker, Josephine Tonight draws on the early life of the internationally known singer, actress and nightclub sensation who wowed audiences in America and Europe in the first quarter of the 20th century; and reveals the relationship of the young Josephine and her laundress mother who steers her toward success and then guides her to remember her roots.
Featured Cast members include: Dequina Moore (JOSEPHINE); Regina Hearne (CARRIE MCDONALD/BIG BERTHA); Andre' Neal (EDDIE BAKER/MISS CORA); and Jason E. Carmichael (REVEREND LOOMIS/MRS. REECTOR).
Ticket Prices: $30- $61
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BRIGHT STAR (Spark Theater)
7.7% of votes
2.
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6.4% of votes
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5.7% of votes
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