Short Summary
TheatreSouth is a registered Georgia Not For Profit touring theatre company.
We are embarking on a historically significant Multicultural
Theatre Production / Broadway play "I HAVE A DREAM" written by Josh Greenfeld,
directed by Herman LeVern Jones. The project is a historical production based on the
life and times of Civil Right Leader and American Icon Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
I HAVE A DREAM covers the civil
rights moment with Dr. King from December 1, 1955 (when Rosa Parks refused to
move to the back of the bus) until April 4, 1968 (the day Martin Luther King
transitioned). There are 28 songs, 120 projections, a mass choir, and
over 20 actors, singers, and dancers in the production. The production will
touch on the audience's intellectual, spiritual, and emotional senses. It is a
perfect vehicle to entertain, inspire and add perspective to our American
history. We need your support in making
this project successful.
Project Highlights:
16 Student Matinee Performances at the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center- Students/General
Public- January 13 - 23,
2014
Opening performance for General Public,
January 13,2014
Promotional Ticket (RAFFLE) Give-A- Way - Dream Vacation to Belise
Onsite Door - Prize Give-A-Ways
Chanthou Oeur (Cambodian Artist) presentation- Visual Art Exhibit
Dream of Freedom from the Killing Fields - January 2014
African American Theatre Exhibit - Past, Present, Future 1821 – 2014 (showcased in lobby)
What We Need & What You Get
We need your support in making sure 15,376 public school students of all ages and cultural creeds are able to see this wonderful production of "I Have A Dream" The Broadway Musical. In procuring the funding, 15,376 student tickets will be available for the viewing of matinee performances at the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center for FREE in JANUARY 2014!!!
As a personal donor your name is entered into our DREAM VACATION give away, which includes the following:
- An 8 day/7 night vacation to the beautiful country of Belize and the city of San Perdo on the islands (Included: Private Villa) Airfare Transportation is NOT included.
- A $500 voucher on the trip to be used for personal chef, snorkeling, scuba diving, provisions (stocking the house with food), island and/or mainland excursions.
For every $20 dollars you donate, your name will be placed in the raffle drawing for the opportunity to win your DREAM VACATION!
The Impact
Like many cultural events around the world, people have the opportunity to learn and cultivate themselves into new experiences. This production of "I Have A Dream" The Musical has been seen in more than 120 cities worldwide since 1986 through 2012.
This particular presentation has the mission to make youth more aware about the historical events from the Civil Rights era and to expose the future generations to the new but very old concept of enjoying live performance.
History of "I Have A Dream" The Musical
“I Have A Dream” the Musical written by
Josh Greenfeld, is a theatrical production that toured for many years around
the world both on Broadway and off Broadway.
This work appeared on Broadway at the Ambassador Theatre in New York
City from September 1976 until December 1976 starring Billy Dee Williams. This original work then toured for several
years with Broadway Producer and Director Woodie King, Jr.’s National Black
Touring Circuit from 1985 to 2002, of which Herman LeVern Jones served as
Associate Producer, Actor, and Company Manager. “I Have A Dream” is a musical production
based on the words of international icon Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The dynamic musical takes place during the
Civil Rights Era in the Southeastern part of the United States from 1955 to 1968.
This timeless production of “I Have A
Dream” will again leap into the history books, creating an educational platform
for the Miami Dade Public School System.
The initiative of this project falls under the humanitarian arms of
Commissioner Dennis Moss, project leader of the South Miami Dade Cultural Arts
Center. Special thanks to all of the
students, faculty, staff, and supporters of the entire Miami Metro Area.
“I Have A Dream” will be directed by
World Renowned Director Herman LeVern Jones, musically directed by Grammy Award
Winning Dr. Gregory McPherson, and choreographed by New York’s Diane
Harvey.
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Thank in advance for your contribution and for supporting the arts and education!
Please check out the event webpage to learn more about the next steps of the "I Have A Dream" The Musical production and the two year world tour that has been planned to perform and travel to 34 cities on 5 continents, the potential of having Jamie Foxx play the lead role as Martin Luther King, Jr., and performing during 2016 Olympic Games.