The Ebony Repertory Theatre will present "A Celebration of the Life and Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr." Jan. 16, 8 p.m., at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, 4718 W. Washington Blvd., Los Angeles. This event is the theater's second annual, one-night- only celebration that will feature noted actors, musicians and a gospel choir performing inspirational excerpts from King's words, speeches and songs sung throughout the Civil Rights Movement. Admission to this event is $15 and $8 for children under 12.
One Dream, a Region of Influence, a World of People
"Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: One Dream, a Region of Influence, a World of People" takes place Jan. 17, 11a.m. to 5 p.m., with a program beginning at 1 p.m. View film screenings of his speeches and watch performances on the main stage featuring diverse artists. Included in the program will be the Jung Im Lee Korean Dance Academy, singer Ileana Garcia, L.A. Inner City Mass Choir, and others. This program will be interpreted for the hearing impaired.
The 25th annual Martin Luther King Jr. commemorative concert, featuring the Alpha Kappa Alpha Chorus, led by Hansonia Caldwell; the Delta Choraliers, led by Danellen Joseph; and the 2010 Panhellenic Chorus and the United Methodist Male Chorus, will take place Jan. 17, 4 p.m., at Trinity Baptist Church, 2040 W. Jefferson Blvd., Los Angeles. The program will feature trumpeter Ryan Bancroft, winner of the 2009 National Association of Negro Musicians scholarship competition. The program will also feature several works by black composers in celebration of King. Admission and parking are free.
Christ Our Redeemer Church will host the 11th annual MLK Scholarship Gospel Concert Jan. 17, 5 p.m., at the Barclay Theatre on the campus of the University of California, Irvine, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine. This event, which is co-sponsored by The Black Chamber of Commerce of Orange County and other organizations, will feature the CORale Choir, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. and a special gospel recording artist. The event is designed to raise funds, give away scholarships to college students, and to honor two individuals who embody the character and leadership of Martin Luther King Jr. Tickets are $25.
There will be a gospel festival at Leimert Park Village Jan. 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The festival is being presented by City Councilman Bernard Parks Sr., the city of Los Angeles departments of Cultural Affairs and Recreation and Parks.
The Southern Christian Leadership Conference of Greater Los Angeles and the SCLC Dream Foundation will present the 33rd Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Awards Gala & Fundraiser Jan. 18, 6 p.m., at the Sheraton Gateway Hotel LAX, 6101 Century Blvd., Los Angeles. The theme for this year's event is "Justice Must Be Universal." Marc Brown and Michelle Tuzee, ABC 7 Eyewitness News anchors, will be the master and mistress of ceremony, and entertainment will be provided by R&B recording artist Johnny Gill and the Sai Whatt Band. Tickets for this event are $250.
