When Jazz Had The Blues

When Jazz Had The Blues A new musical premiering in Los Angeles about the complicated lives and loves of Billy Strayhorn and Lena Horne.

It was the era of jazz, big bands and the greatest music ever written. In this new musical, WHEN JAZZ HAD THE BLUES centers on the lives of musical genius Billy Strayhorn and his uneasy relationships with Lena Horne and Duke Ellington as well as Billy’s lover, Aaron Bridgers. Set against a time of racism, homophobia, and World War II, WHEN JAZZ HAD THE BLUES takes us around Manhattan and the night

clubs of Harlem when blacks and whites weren’t allowed to share the same bandstand. A six-piece orchestra, four-member dance ensemble and 11 outstanding actors bring the era to life.

You already know Billy Strayhorn's work—you probably just didn't know how much.
11/21/2016

You already know Billy Strayhorn's work—you probably just didn't know how much.

Were he still with us, incomparable composer, lyricist, and pianist Billy Strayhorn would be 100. In advance of the Jazz at Lincoln Center with Wynton Marsalis's upcoming celebration of Strayhorn, we thought we'd highlight just a few of his most i

Days and days and nights and nights of rehearsal will all come together soon at our premiere weekend beginning Nov. 17. ...
11/21/2016

Days and days and nights and nights of rehearsal will all come together soon at our premiere weekend beginning Nov. 17. Come see the amazing musical all this hard work will create. Get your tickets now at the blue Book Now button.

It's impossible to keep your eyes off Michole Briana White playing the iconic Lena Horne. That look, that voice, that pr...
11/21/2016

It's impossible to keep your eyes off Michole Briana White playing the iconic Lena Horne. That look, that voice, that presence—Michole owns this role.

The RAVE reviews are beginning to come in from the World Premiere, opening weekend of When Jazz had the Blues. Don't mis...
11/21/2016

The RAVE reviews are beginning to come in from the World Premiere, opening weekend of When Jazz had the Blues. Don't miss your chance to see this musical. Read the whole review here: http://bit.ly/2gDiFTN Get YOUR tickets at the blue Book Now button.

At tonight's opening, a full house and a long standing ovation! Here is playwright Carole Eglash-Kosoff with Producer Le...
11/19/2016

At tonight's opening, a full house and a long standing ovation! Here is playwright Carole Eglash-Kosoff with Producer Leigh Fortier and Musical Director Rahn Coleman.

And 5, 6, 7, 8. Choreography on top of lines and singing for our talented cast. Our choreographer is the amazing and rel...
11/18/2016

And 5, 6, 7, 8. Choreography on top of lines and singing for our talented cast. Our choreographer is the amazing and relentless Cassie Crump.

Rehearsals move to the Matrix Theatre, our permanent home. Come hear the magic that happens at this microphone.
11/18/2016

Rehearsals move to the Matrix Theatre, our permanent home. Come hear the magic that happens at this microphone.

It's the big World Premiere Opening Weekend! Come see When Jazz Had the Blues at the Matrix Theatre on Melrose. Friday, ...
11/18/2016

It's the big World Premiere Opening Weekend! Come see When Jazz Had the Blues at the Matrix Theatre on Melrose. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets here: http://bit.ly/2dJxfIL

11/15/2016

An early rehearsal working out song arrangements, timing, choreography, blocking, lines, lyrics and more. So many details that will smoothly come together at each performance.

How much do you know about "Sweet Pea?" He joined the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1939—at the age of 22—and his works in...
11/15/2016

How much do you know about "Sweet Pea?" He joined the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1939—at the age of 22—and his works include "Take the A Train," "Chelsea Bridge," "Day Dream," "Johnny Come Lately," "Rain-check," and "Clementine."

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