2010 Schedule

If for any reason a production is cancelled due to in climate weather, the Kuumba Ensemble will offer a snow date and honor all tickets accordingly. If the weather is severe, we will post a snow date alert and post-ponement on our website. For questions, please contact Rosalyn M. Gaines at (443) 413-1470.

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Kuumba Ensemble's 2010 Season

"Shoe Walking"
Don't miss this powerful Black History showcase that spans 300 years of African American heroes and sheroes who gave much so that we could have more! Meet the likes of Madam C.J. Walker, Dred Scott, Nat Turner, Biddy Mason, Mahalia Jackson, Jack Johnson, Ida B. Wells, and a host of other unforgettable legends. This showcase weaves together melodious songs, dance and dramatic interpretations that introduces the audience to the uncompromising leaders of yesterday! Saturday, March 20, 2010 - 12:30 pm - St. Bernadine's Roman Catholic Church (Sanctuary) - 3812 Edmondson Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21229 - For more information contact Yvette Belt or Monsignor Miller at (410) 362-8664.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - "Low Down Dirty Blues"
Step into Catskills, a North Carolina juke joint and witness four blues singers vie for a recording contract. In the midst of backroom deals, stinging betrayals and steamy encounters, this wall-thumping and floor shaking show delivers drama and bluesy tunes at its best! Find out who will be the new king or queen of the blues. Friday, June 11, 2010 at 12:00 noon - Location: The Forum. Sponsor: Baltimore City's Senior Companion Program. For more information contact Beverly Reynolds at (410) 361-9405.

Premiere Debut - "Word Jump: A Kuumba Ensemble Fundraiser"
Featuring Baltimore's Own "SIS" (Say It Sistas) Join us for a spoken word revolution from the heart that interweaves song, dance, instrumental music and lyrical performance. Saturday, September 25, 2010 at 7:00 pm - Tickets $20 - Location: New Covenant Worship -700 Wildwood Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21229. For more information contact Rosalyn Gaines at (443) 413-1470.

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND - "Ain't No Mountain High Enough: The Motown Journey"
Revisit the incredible voices of Motown that gave fuel to scandals, underhanded deals, and money-making ventures. Experience the Temptations, the Supremes, Gladys Knight & the Pips, Marvin Gaye and Tammy Terrell, Mary Wells and others. Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 7:00 pm - Tickets: $20 - Location: TBA For more information contact Rosalyn Gaines at (443) 413-1470.

Premiere Debut: "Gone Too Soon: The Sam Cooke Story"
This dynamic musical takes a look at the life of Sam Cooke and the controversy surrounding his death. Don't miss this soulful journey of a musical icon. Saturday, February 5, 2011 - 7:00 pm - Location: TBA - For more information contact Rosalyn Gaines at (443) 413-1470.