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MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM at Asolo Repertory Theatre

Dates: 1/13/2027 - 2/4/2027

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Set in a Chicago recording studio in 1927, Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom presents a group of musicians who gather to produce a record with the iconic Ma Rainey, known as the Mother of the Blues. While she commands respect in the studio, Rainey faces societal obstacles outside, illustrating the tension between artistic ambition and racial discrimination. Levee, a young trumpet player, grapples with his desire to innovate in a world resistant to change. Directed by Chuck Smith, this powerful drama unveils the complexities of identity and the cultural shifts of the Jazz Renaissance.

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What shows are coming up next at Asolo Repertory Theatre?

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Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, is one of the most important cultural forces in the Southeastern United States. A center for theatrical excellence, Asolo Rep stages up to fifteen productions every season, spanning a diverse repertoire of newly commissioned plays, bold reinterpretations of contemporary and classical works, and provocative new musical theatre experiences.

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