4 reasons you should see ‘Love Jones: The Musical’ on Thursday
“Love Jones,” the ’90s cult classic movie set in Chicago, navigates the intricacies of careers, friendship and love against the cultural backdrop of city living and urban perspectives. It features the love story of Darius Lovehall and Nina Mosley and, nearly two decades after its big screen release, “Love Jones” is receiving a theatrical makeover with “Love Jones: The Musical.“
The musical includes an all-star cast featuring Tony Grant (as Darius Lovehall), and singers Chrisette Michelle (as Nina Mosley), Musiq Soulchild, Marsha Ambrosius, MC Lyte, Raheem Devaughn and Dave Hollister, to offer a unique combination of the movie’s cultural essence with today’s musical influences.
Here’s why you should check it out:
(1) There’s a direct tie to the original film
While not a movie, this musical will give you the fix you have been waiting for. The film’s original writer and director, Theodore Witcher, serves as consulting producer of the musical, lending a nod of approval and integrity to this one-of-a-kind production.
(2) Celebrities are involved
The cast is filled with well-known faces in the music industry including MC Lyte, Marsha Ambrosius, Musiq Soulchild, Chrisette Michele, Raheem DeVaughn and David Hollister.
(3) You can reminisce
Just go for nostalgia’s sake. Remind yourself of young love, carefree nights with friends…and possibly the time you met “the one.”
(4) The music is top-notch
Think of this play as a concert with a theme. Hip-hop icon MC Lyte was executive producer of the new soundtrack, which could rival the original movie soundtrack. You will also hear tunes from Musiq, Chrisette Michele, Marsha Ambrosius, MC Lyte, David Hollister and Raheem DeVaughn, who have joined creative forces on stage to bring “Love Jones” to life.
Want to go?
“Love Jones: The Musical” takes place on Thursday, Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Ovens Auditorium.
Tickets can be purchased in person at Bojangles Coliseum/Ovens Auditorium Box Office located at 2700 East Independence Blvd., by calling Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000, or online:
www.ovensauditorium.com
www.ticketmaster.com
www.domegroupllc.com
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This story was originally published October 18, 2016 at 9:00 PM with the headline "4 reasons you should see ‘Love Jones: The Musical’ on Thursday."