Wonderful World of Entertainment in NYC

Last week we rushed to see the Color Purple in NYC with Fantasia. When we got to the theater we were met by a huge line. Fantasia had called in sick and half of the sold out house was cancelling. Let me tell you, I am so glad we stayed because the cast was on FIRE. Headed by the talented Montego Glover as Ms. Celie (role of Fantasia) the show took on a life of it's own. Ms. Glover is not only a great singer but an excellent actress as well. We were very impressed and glad we stayed. The music conducted by Ms. Linda Twine was on point and all the performances were spectacular. Sometimes it is great to see a show with understudies because that is their time to shine. I will return to see Fantasia before she leaves in early January. Next time a star cancels in a show on Broadway give the understudy a shot. By the way, if you are coming to the Nubian Dreams Cruise from out of town perhaps you want to make time to see this wonderful show. Chaka Khan is up next.

Now let's go to the movies. Last Friday we had the pleasure of screening a very special movie called Dirty Laundry which was written, directed and produced by Maurice Jamal. It was exceptional. It says the things that many feel. The complexity of the characters and family relationships expload on the screen. Not often have I seen such sensitivity woven so perfectly with comedy & drama. Hats off to the production team and actors. Each one of them performed exceptionally. Go see it the first week it is out in your area. You won't be disappointed. Oh one more thing. The big opening previews in NYC and LA shows what power we have when we work together. My hope is that if this venture is successful which I think it will be that the producers and promoter team will use there power to promote others as others have promoted them. That is where we often fall short. Time will tell. Happy Holidays. Here is the preview.