Well, kind folks, my network of colleagues never ceases to amaze me. I realize I am getting a whole lot of mileage out of the “In the Writers’ Room” workshop I attended last year (hosted by Bentley Kyle Evans and Stacey Evans Morgan) but be prepared to continue hearing those names, as they were the catalyst to many, many fantastic projects and pursuits coming at you this year.
Speaking of fantastic, Ms. Desiree Parkman is our woman of the hour. She is a seasoned dancer and performer who comes to Los Angeles by way of Broadway. I made her acquaintance last winter and we have kept in touch over the months that followed. Being the visionary that she is, Ms. Parkman has birthed a fresh kind of entertainment of the interactive persuasion: The Ebony Cabaret. Think back to films like The Cotton Club, Mo’ Better Blues, and Harlem Nights. The music, the clothes and the passion did us in—flavor, culture and history playing a harmonious tune together. Now imagine being able to experience that today; to be transported to another time and place, where the music is resonant and the lyrics, rich. Add a delicious Italian dinner and you have this week’s hottest event: a preview of the DOMA Theatre’s production of Dream Girls (starring Tyra Dennis, Constance Jewell Lopez, Jennifer Colby Talton and Keith Arthur Bolden; featuring Ms. Parkman’s fabulous dancing) topped with music and dancing to celebrate Desiree’s turning the big 4-0!
The night will be hosted by Lacy Darryl Phillips and will feature singers Annabel Lee, Pamela Threats; burlesque dancer Ashleeta and the Ebony Cabaret dancers; and selections from house poet Shy but Fly
WHEN: Thursday March 14th
Doors open 7pm, show starts at 8pm
WHERE: MBar Hollywood
1253 Vine (@ Fountain)
$6 Valet parking
$20 door/$10 food/drink minimum
The Ebony Cabaret has hosted several packed houses at all the events it has hosted since its inaugural show in November 2012. The venture is meant to be a haven and an outlet for fellow artisans, from poets to dancers to musicians and Ms. Parkman has done a wonderful job of rounding up some of the most talented entertainers to perform for their pleasure and for our enjoyment. You won’t want to miss this Thursday’s extravaganza!
Congratulations, Desiree! This is a big year for you, in every way, my friend. Enjoy and be prosperous!
For more information on Thursday’s event: https://www.facebook.com/events/171005083047712/?fref=ts
Here is also a link to a great article that tells a bit more about Desiree and her Ebony Cabaret:
Follow Ebony Cabaret: @ebonycabaret
Like the Facebook page: Ebony Cabaret
The DOMA Theatre’s production of Dream Girls runs through April 15 (Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 3:00 pm. For tickets and show information, visit www.domatheatre.com
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