Hastings Street

February 16, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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At a time when history was just around the corner, this was the street at the center of it all! Experience a special time in Detroit’s cultural history when Mosaic Youth Theatre presents “Hastings Street.” Performances are Friday at 8 p.m.; Saturday at 8 p.m.; and Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Detroit Film Theatre inside the Detroit Institute of Arts.

For teenagers in Detroit’s “Black Bottom,” the 1940’s were a time of exploration and conflict. Hastings Street was at the heart of it all – filled with business and commerce by day; and bright lights, blues music, and danger by night.

Originally commissioned for the Detroit Tri-centenary Celebrations, Hastings Street swings with a jazzy beat and the low-down blues the 1940’s. Told through song, dance and an unforgettable story, the production is proudly presented with the support of Ford Motor Company Fund.

Tickets are $32 for premium seating, $22 for adults and $15 for students and senior citizens (available at box office only). For reservations and more information, please call (313) 872-6910.

 

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S i n g s a t i o n!

November 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment

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Get set for something truly spectacular when the Mosaic Youth Theatre presents Singsation! Filled with dance, harmony, and soulful solos, performances of the show that honors Detroit’s musical genius take place this weekend at the Detroit Institute of Arts. Showtimes are 8 p.m. on Friday, March 1; 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 2; and 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 3 in the DIA’s Detroit Film Theatre Auditorium.

From Mosaic Youth Theatre:

“In Singsation!, Mosaic singers captures the heart of the city and keeps the feeling of funk and soul music alive,” said Mosaic Founder Rick Sperling. “Our righteous choral concerts will celebrate rich culture across various platforms of combined voices and will pay tribute to the 100th anniversary of freedom songs from the southern civil rights movement. With tight harmonies, passionate delivery, fabulous dance moves and a live band, Mosaic will spotlight history with renditions of music written by Allee Willis who wrote great songs for Earth, Wind and Fire and the Queen of Soul, Detroit native, Aretha Franklin.”

Since its inception, funk & soul music has told stories of love, life and rhythm, and has been a big part of the musical history of Detroit.. On March 1 through 3, 2013, the young artists of Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit will honor some of soul & funk music’s most iconic figures with Singsation! Mosaic Singers in Concert presented by Pepsi. The show will be held at the Detroit Film Theatre inside the DIA, located at 5200 Woodward Ave. in Detroit(John R. Entrance).

Performances of Singsation! will take place at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 1 and Saturday, March 2, and at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 3. Tickets are $22 for general admission and $15 for students and seniors with valid ID, and All shows are general admission. Children under five are not admitted. Call (313) 833-4005 for more information.

Production Staff:

DeLashea Strawder, Co-Artistic Director, Director of Music Programs
Carollette Phillips, Choreographer
The Band

Maurice Draughn, Assistant Director of Music
Kenneth Morris Jr, Guitar
Kenny Mac, Bass
Nate Winn, Drums

Singsation! Mosaic Singers in Concert: is made possible with the generous support of Pepsi Beverages Company, Ford Motor Company, Official Sponsor of the Mosaic Singers; Bank of America, Official Sponsor of the Mosaic Acting Company; Lead Sponsors JP Morgan Chase, Henry Ford Health System, Blue Cross Blue Shield and DTE Energy Foundation; Supporting Sponsors, Michigan First Credit Union Comcast, Masco Corporation Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts and The National Endowment for the Arts Recovery Act. Media sponsors, Radio-One Detroit, Detroit Public Television.

http://www.mosaicdetroit.org/home.htm

 

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Passport to New Worlds

February 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment

Detroit Passport to the ArtsThe Detroit Passport to the Arts program encourages Detroit’s next generation to participate in the city’s vibrant arts community by breaking down the barriers of cost and accessibility. In a partnership with a unique array of the city’s arts organizations, DP2A offers its members an affordable way to attend some of the best performances in the city. Past and current partner organizations include: the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings, Detroit Film Theatre, Michigan Opera Theatre, Hilberry Theatre, Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival, Mosaic Youth Theatre, and the Eisenhower Dance Ensemble.

In addition to performances, DP2A passport holders enjoy exclusive after-party events, talks with the artists, backstage tours, and other special events. DP2A is administered by Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings and its partners, Eisenhower Dance Ensemble and the Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival and is driven by a steering committee of young leaders. For more information, please visit www.dp2a.org.

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