All is invited to kick off Black History Month at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park & Theatre. Learn, laugh, dance and be uplifted while celebrating the rich heritage and contributions of African Americans. Enjoy “Stamped Into History” on February 9, 10 and 11, held in the indoor theatre. Admission is free for all three days!
“Stamped Into History,” a LWCLeads Production, was created by Larry Crawford to celebrate the highlights of African Americans honored on U.S. postage stamps. Though this will be the second year at Bicentennial Park’s theatre, Mr. Crawford has presented “Stamped Into History” around the region for the past seven years including performances at both St. Francis and Lewis Universities. Here is the lineup for the three days of celebration:
“Special Delivery” is Friday, February 9 at 7:00 pm. Enjoy a musical, dance, and oratorical look at Black History. A special thank you goes out to the band Take Notice for bringing old school R&B to get the party started! Lobby opens at 6:00 pm.
“STAMP” is Saturday, February 10 at 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm. Enjoy an engaging mix of live theatre and screen production by GSW Network. Director Weston brings the audience back to the 1940’s. An odd group gathers regularly at a restaurant called STAMP, where they share stories and discuss world affairs. The patrons have one thing in common: they’re Black Americans who’ve all been featured on the US postage stamp. Audience members who saw last year’s production will enjoy hearing from these historical figures, too! Lobby opens at 1:00 for the matinee and at 6:00 pm for the evening performance.
“Hymns & Gems for HIM” is Sunday, February 11 at 4:00 pm. Enjoy an evening of power- packed inspirational and gospel music led by the group Standing Room Only and other invited special guest soloists and musicians. Lobby opens at 3:00 pm.
Bicentennial Park Theatre is grateful to all the entertainers donating their time and talent over the three days. Although admission is free for all the events, there will be an opportunity to donate to the performers and help offset their expenses.
For the audiences’ enjoyment, a cash bar with other refreshments will also be available for sale.
Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre is located at 201 West Jefferson Street, downtown Joliet. Parking is free and available within the park and south of Jefferson Street.
For more information on the Park and more events, visit www.bicentennialpark.org
or contact the office: 815-724-3761/ bipark@joliet.gov.
