Friday, February 7, 10:00 AM

School Performance: Kings of Harlem

Dixie Center for the Arts

212 N. Vienna St., Ruston, LA 71270

The North Central Louisiana Arts Council is proud to announce the return of our School Show! Thanks to a grant from Jonesboro State Bank’s Pledge Ten initiative, we are bringing back the award-winning writer and director Layon Gray back to his home state of Louisiana along with his talented cast and crew of professional artists. The best part is this opportunity is completely FREE for your students and educators!

This performance is recommended for students in grades 9 through 12. Seats are limited and once spaces fill up registration will close. The deadline to register for classes to attend will be Friday, January 31. Teachers or administrators can reach out to our office via email at info@nclac.org for questions or to register their classes.

Kings Of Harlem is a riveting Off-Broadway play that follows the journey of seven black men who defied all odds and racked up an incredible 2,000 wins while touring segregated parts of the country during the 1930s. Despite facing discrimination and never being recognized as professionals or socially accepted, the Rens used their basketball skills to challenge white opponents on equal ground. Their astounding winning streak of 88 games in a row remains a legendary feat in basketball history.

In the midst of the Harlem Renaissance, the Harlem Rens brought a touch of sophistication and style to their sport. They broke through barriers and opened doors for generations to come, forming five years before the renowned Harlem Globetrotters.

This production transforms the Dixie Center for the Arts into a basketball court for an immersive experience.

This is a must-see event for all sports fans and theater enthusiasts alike!!! Witness this incredible piece of history come to life right before your eyes!!!