When legendary musician Jelly Roll Morton’s soul is forced to face the music, the self-proclaimed “inventor of jazz” is left at the ultimate crossroads. Follow Jelly from the back alleys of New Orleans to the sparkling stages of New York, as his remarkable journey unfolds in a stunning display of song, dance, and music. With soulful melodies, electrifying tap dancing, and fiery tunes that will leave you breathless, get your groove on with this dazzling musical masterpiece.
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Best Musical | |
| 1992 | Best Revival |
Pasadena Playhouse is at 39 S. El Molino, Pasadena, CA.
A Doll's House, Part 2 (5/14/25-6/8/25)
La Cage aux Folles (11/12/24-12/15/24)
Inherit the Wind (11/1/23-11/26/23)
Stew (7/11/23-8/6/23)
Sanctuary City (9/14/22-10/9/22)
Freestyle Love Supreme (7/12/22-8/7/22)
Uncle Vanya (6/1/22-6/26/22)
The Father (2/5/20-3/1/20)
The Great Leap (11/6/19-12/1/19)
SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE: THE MUSICAL (6/12/12-7/15/12)
The Pasadena Playhouse is a place where people have gathered for 100 years to experience bold and important theater. We are one of the most prolific theaters in American history with a legacy of profound theatrical impact and courageous new work. As the state theater of California, our mission is to enrich people’s lives through theater, community programs and learning. As the new century dawns, the Playhouse is undergoing a renaissance which includes new staff and board leadership and a reimagined vision for the future. Moving from a place where the community goes for entertainment, to a destination they seek out for enlightenment is a core purpose. New pillars of groundbreaking theatrical experiences, authentic community engagement and life-long dramatic learning, are set against a business model based on current drivers.
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2 Pianos 4 Hands
North Coast Repertory Theatre (12/11 - 12/31) | |
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Disney's The Little Mermaid
Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center (1/9 - 1/11) BUY NOW & SAVE | |
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ERNEST SHAKELTON LOVES ME
Coachella Valley Repertory (4/22 - 5/10) | |
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COOKIN' WITH GAS
The Groundlings (10/2 - 12/18) | ||
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Long Beach is Sinking! (Or, Hard Times are Better than a Lifetime of Injustice)
The Garage Theatre (11/14 - 12/20)
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The Nutcracker Suite
American Contemporary Ballet at Bank of America Plaza (11/29 - 12/24) | |
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OTR: A Long Time Ago in a Dark Yard at Night
Chance Theater (2/11 - 2/11) | |
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Mozart’s Requiem
Long Beach Camerata Singers (3/22 - 3/22) | |
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Peter Hook And The Light at Mountain Winery
Mountain Winery (9/22 - 9/22) | |
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