Jelly's Last Jam at Bristol Riverside Theatre

Step into the electrifying world of jazz legend Jelly Roll Morton in Jelly’s Last Jam! This Tony Award-winning musical takes you on a thrilling journey through the life, music, and complex legacy of the self-proclaimed inventor of jazz. Told through dazzling choreography, powerful storytelling, and Morton’s iconic music, the show explores his meteoric rise, struggle with identity, and the cultural impact of his groundbreaking sound. As Jelly reflects on his past from the afterlife, he must confront the truths he tried to outrun.

Authors

• David Zippel
• George C. Wolfe
• Jelly Roll Morton
• Kenneth Cavander
• Luther Henderson
• Susan Birkenhead

Tony Awards and Nominations for Jelly's Last Jam