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Sister Act is the feel-good musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that has audiences jumping to their feet! Featuring original music by Tony- and eight-time Oscar winner, Alan Menken (Newsies, Beauty and the Beast, Little Shop of Horrors), this uplifting musical was nominated for five Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in the one place the cops are sure she won't be a found: a convent! Disguised as a nun, she finds herself at odds with both the rigid lifestyle and uptight Mother Superior. Using her unique disco moves and singing talent to inspire the choir, Deloris breathes new life into the church and community but, in doing so, blows her cover. Soon, the gang is giving chase, only to find them up against Deloris and the power of her newly found sisterhood.
Filled with powerful gospel music, outrageous dancing and a truly moving story, Sister Act will leave audiences breathless. The cast is chock full of amazing roles for women of all ages, making this a perfect choice for high schools and community theatres. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is reason to REJOICE!
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Eric Lemon began playing electric bass in his hometown of Jamaica, New York at the early age of thirteen. After playing in local Funk and R & B bands in the mid 1970s, he developed an affinity for Jazz after hearing Saxophone legend Dextor Gordon one night at Carnegie Hall. This experience led him to pursue a performance career and to study at York College’s music program in Queens. Eventually, he continued onto Long Island University in Brooklyn, N.Y. where he earned a B.A. degree in Fine Arts. Performances include work with such greats as saxophonist Lou Donaldson and James Spaulding, Trombonists Benny Powell, and Slide Hampton, and singers Jon Hendrix, Gloria Lynne, Vanessa Rubin, and the legendary Dakota Staton. He continues to study and lecture to students, community residents and other audiences regarding the historical significance of the migration of jazz legends such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Lena Horne, Count Basie, John Coltrane, Illinois Jacquet, Fats Waller and many others to the Southeast Queens community.
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Jackie “Moms” Mabley used laughter to start a revolution. Her life and career as a pioneering stand-up comedian are explored in I Got the Last Laugh, now playing at Jubilee Theatre in Fort Worth through Oct. 19.
Starting in the 1920s, Mabley, a Black openly queer performer, made people laugh about racism and sexuality. When she performed at the Apollo Theatre in 1939, Mabley became the first female comic to grace that legendary Harlem stage. After decades on Chitlin' Circuit, Mabley recorded comedy albums, played Carnegie Hall and appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show and The Smothers Brothers Comedy House. A year before she died in 1975, she starred in her only film, Amazing Grace.
In James E. Carter’s play, a journalist played by Riley Stannard, interviews Mabley, played by China Hudson, at the Apollo Theatre. Through storytelling and performance flashbacks, the play traces Mabley’s story, from her humble beginnings in 1884 to her rise as America's first female standup comic.
“The Legacy Theatre of Excellence is committed to ensuring that the stories and legacies of trailblazing artists like Jackie ‘Moms’ Mabley are never forgotten. Too often, the groundbreaking contributions of African American performers are overlooked in the broader cultural narrative. Through productions like I Got the Last Laugh, we honor those pioneers while introducing new generations to the brilliance, courage, and impact that helped shape American entertainment.
‘At The Legacy Theatre of Excellence, we believe preserving our cultural history through storytelling is essential,’ said Torrey Russell, Founding Artistic Director of Broadway In The HOOD and The Legacy Theatre of Excellence. ‘When audiences experience the life of Jackie “Moms” Mabley on our stage, they’re not just watching a performance—they’re connecting with a powerful legacy that continues to inspire artists and communities today.’”
2026 Season
This season is packed with powerful productions that will have audiences throughout the Las Vegas Valley singing, dancing and daring to DREAM a little bigger, to EDUCATE themselves on the pressing social issues of our time, and to IGNITE a shared commitment to building a better future for all. One of the most thrilling aspects of our season is our Broadway In The HOOD In Schools program, which will bring live theatre right into schools, allowing thousands of young people to experience the magic of a live performance, free of charge! Imagine the impact on a young life when they see themselves reflected on stage, hear stories that resonate with them, and feel the joy and inspiration of theatre in their own school! In addition, our daily training classes, offered entirely free to youth ages 8-18, give aspiring young artists the opportunity to learn, grow, and shine.
Let Your Journey Begin!
WHAT WE DO
WHAT WE DO
From classic musicals to powerful plays, our productions showcase local talent and provide a professional platform for artists from all walks of life. Our shows are FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, ensuring that everyone has access to the transformative experience of live theater
SHOWS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
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Broadway in the Hood is a national non-profit theater program based in Las Vegas that is dedicated to making a positive impact in communities throughout the world!
"Our goal is to work with young people from diverse backgrounds, allowing them to learn, train, grow, and express themselves through the JOY of the arts!"
Torrey Russell - Founding Artistic Director
