The Joint is Jumpin’—and you’re invited! A co-production with Norfolk State University Theatre Company as part of their brand-new Professional Series, this show bursts with sass, soul, and swing. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or brand new to Waller’s world, Ain’t Misbehavin’ is a joyful tribute to the rhythm, romance, and rebellious spirit of 1930s Harlem.
We’re kicking off the season in high style with Ain’t Misbehavin’, the toe-tapping, finger-snapping celebration of Fats Waller’s music and the Harlem Renaissance. This Tony Award-winning musical revue isn’t just a concert—it’s a full-on party where five powerhouse performers light up the stage with songs like “Honeysuckle Rose,” “The Joint is Jumpin’,” “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love,” and more.
- Ada Benson
- Andy Razaf
- Billy Mayhew
- Charlie Johnson
- Clarence Williams
- Dorothy Fields
- Ed Kirkeby
- Everett Robbins
- Frank Loesser
- Fred E. Ahlert
- Fred Fisher
- George Marion, Jr.
- Harry Brooks
- Harry Link
- Herman Autry
- Hoagy Carmichael
- J. C. Johnson
- Jimmy McHugh
- Joe Young (i)
- Lester A. Santly
- Murray Horwitz
- Nat "King" Cole
- Porter Grainger
- Richard Maltby, Jr.
- Roy Turk
- Ted Koehler
- Thomas "Fats" Waller
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Tony Awards and Nominations for Ain't Misbehavin'
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Best Musical | Winner |
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