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| JUBILEE THEATRE |
www.jubileetheatre.org
The mission statement for Jubilee Theatre is:
Jubilee Theatre's mission is to create and present theatrical works, which
reflect the African-American experience
Below is an overview of the play per the program:
This timeless Jubilee classic with book by Jubilee Theatre founder Rudy Eastman and composer, Douglas Balentine, has been among the most popular productions in the legacy of Jubilee Theatre's rich history. Staged multiple times since our theater was founded in 1981, "God's Trombones" is a musical celebration that is guaranteed to lift your spirits and rock your soul. The revival of this show is the perfect complement to our 25th Anniversary Season and is certain to perform to sold-out houses.
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| GOD'S TROMBONES |
Even on Easter Sunday afternoon, there were few empty seats for the performance we attended. There are 6 men and 6 women in the cast. There were no elaborate costumes, all the men wore black pants and shirts and the women black dresses. The staging was simple - as it should be since the storytelling and singing told the stories.
The play shares stories from the Bible featuring some of it's more prominent characters. We heard from Moses dealing with his stutter, with him meeting the burning bush (which was an absolutely astounding costume achievement) and pleading with Pharaoh. Then we heard from Noah building the arc and preparing for the flood. The most moving scene was the story of Jesus on the Cross. One of the audience favorites it seemed, was the story of Adam and Eve. When God told Adam He was displeased with him for eating the forbidden fruit, Adam sang a song about "Blame It On The Woman".
Each and everyone of the actors/singers were wonderful. Their voices blended beautifully together and were strong on each solo piece.
We all agreed this was an amazing theatrical experience and how appropriate for Easter Sunday afternoon. Our spirits were indeed lifted and our souls were rocked!
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