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TUTTI FRUTTI: THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LITTLE RICHARD at Lesher Center for the Arts
Dates: 2/8/2026
📍 Theatre: Lesher Center for the Arts
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TUTTI FRUTTI: THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LITTLE RICHARD showcases the journey of the iconic artist known as the "Architect of Rock 'n' Roll." The production follows a young writer, Scott, who is tasked with interviewing Little Richard for the inaugural Rock and Roll Hall of Fame class, unveiling the challenges and triumphs of Richard's career. With a cast led by Dedrick Weathersby as Little Richard, the show features performances from Demetrius Perry, E’tian Parker, and Yvonne Cobbs. This full-scale theatrical experience combines music, storytelling, and a powerful live band to celebrate the profound impact of Little Richard on the music world.
Cast and Creative Team for TUTTI FRUTTI: THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LITTLE RICHARD at Lesher Center for the Arts
Cast
Dedrick Weathersby
Little Richard
Michaela Sadler
Ensemble
Jataun Gilbert
Ensemble
Taryn Hannigan
Ensemble
Benjamin C. Roberts
Bumps Blackwell
Dominic Antonich
Art Rupe/Pat Boone/Alan Freed
Whitney Lampkin
Audrey Robinson
Laiona Scott
Ernestine Campbell
Cody Casey
Scott
Yvonne Cobbs
Sister Rosetta Tharpe
E’tian Parker
Clint Brantley
Demetrius Perry
Mr. Richard Penniman
Creative Team
Ryan Rodgers
Musician
Mike Herron
Musical Director
Rashon Sharp
Musical Director
Justin Rayna
Music Arrangements
Tracy Freeman-Shaw
Associate Choreographer
Terrance M. Johnson
Choreographer
Snoop Robinson
Director
Tajianna Okechukwu
Projection Designer
Tajianna Okechukwu
Assistant Director
Dedrick Weathersby
Producer
Dedrick Weathersby
Director
Kyle Dooley
Musician
Aaron Patterson
Musician
Mike Frost
Musician
Chris Brochard
Musician
Vernon Hall
Musical Supervisor
News About TUTTI FRUTTI: THE LIFE AND MUSIC OF LITTLE RICHARD at Lesher Center for the Arts
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