There's a party going on at Black Ensemble Theater. And you won't want to miss it.
"You Can't Fake The Funk: A Journey Through Funk Music" is lighting up the stage at BET. The production continues through Oct. 25.
Audience members will find it hard to stay seated during this rousing production highlighting the best material from the Funk genre.
Dwight Neal, who portrays Dr. Funk in "You Can't Fake The Funk," is seen as George Clinton in this photo. Photo by Alan Davis
The show, written and directed by Daryl D. Brooks, keeps music fans' attention with its enthusiastic performances by an excellent cast of strong singers and dancers. Brooks has done a great job at tracing Funk's history.
During the production, tunes from the likes of George Clinton, Sly Stone, Rick James, The Mary Jane Girls, The Ohio Players and more are featured.
Black Ensemble Theater is continuing its 50th anniversary season with this show. Starring in "You Can't Fake The Funk" are Dwight Neal as Dr. Funk and Vincent Jordan, Britt Edwards, Jaitee Thomas, Miciah L'athan, Jordan Taylor, Darrow Richmond, Darren Patin, Johnathon Lee and Brandon Lavell.
"You Can't Fake The Funk" continues to Oct. 25 at Black Emsemble Theater in Chicago. Photo by Alan Davis
Highlighted musical numbers include "One Nation Under A Groove," "Fire," "Brick House," "Shaft," "Superfreak," "Word Up" and others.
This production is a great pick for a group of music loving fans to enjoy together. It'll surely make you want to hit a dance club afterward.
FYI: "You Can't Fake The Funk" continues to Oct. 25 at Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St., Chicago. Tickets are $69. Visit blackensembletheater.org