For the Love of Mahalia
by RKJB Entertainment

Jan. 11 - Jan. 18 (2017)

In 1965 white writer Julie Ann Mathews travels from Alabama to Illinois to get a rare interview with gospel legend Mahalia Jackson. This gospel spirited musical is filled with some of Mahalia Jackson's greatest hits like "How I Got Over", "Precious Lord Take My Hand", "Didn't It Rain" and many more! Nominated by broadway world. com for best writing of  an original work.

Writen by Robert King, Jr., and presented by RKJB Productions.

Director: Roger Thomas 
Music Direction: Mattie Robinson 
Costumes Designed By: Veronica Prior 
 
                  Cast
Mahalia Jackson - Jacqui Cross
Julie Ann Mathews - Marett Hanes
Lilly Mathews - Linda Myers
Corretta Scott King - Timeca Seretti
Martin Luther King Jr. - Robert King Jr.
Ralph Albernathy - Jeremy Rashad Brown
Mr. Banks - Frank Benge
 
Ensemble:
Charlite Brooks, Juvonte Fowler, Myke Johnson, Ciera Wilson, Erma Morgan, Charlese Denise Holliday.  

 

We are still looking for 2 African American males to complete our ensemble in " For The Love Of Mahalia ". Looking for males that can sing and act. 1st read through is Monday January 16th and rehearsals are Monday,Tuesday, Thursday nights and Saturday mornings. As a member of the ensemble you will not be needed for all of the rehearsals. A small stipend will be offered at the end of the run. 

If you are interested please email Robert King Jr. at robert_king2014@yahoo.com

Run is February 23 - March 5, 2017.