Jazz and more at Barbara Morrison Center in LA October

A Calendar of Events For The Barbara Morrison
Performing Arts Center for October 2012

Sundays:  The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center Jazz All Star Big BandWHEN:           Sundays, October 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2012 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

WHO &
WHAT:           The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center (BMPAC) Jazz All Star 18-Piece Big Band directed bySaxophonist John Stephens featuring some of the most talented players on the West Coast, along with the legendary Jazz and Blues singer, Barbara Morrison.  The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center is the only venue in Los Angeles serving up a big dose of Big Band Jazz and Blues every Sunday.

WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             The Cover Charge is $10 per person.  Food and Drinks will be available for purchase.  For reservations, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272).  For more information, and to buy online, please visit the website,www.barbaramorrionspac.com.

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Monday Night Jam SessionsWHEN:           Mondays, October 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.

WHO &
WHAT:           Two Jazz Giants host a “No Nonsense Jazz Jam,” so bring your axe and vocal chords to sit in with the band.  You must sign up.

WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             There is no Cover Charge, but Donations are welcome.  No reservations are needed. Refreshments for purchase.  For more information, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272) or visit the website, www.barbaramorrionspac.com.

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Wednesdays “Hump Day Blues”WHEN:           Wednesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.

WHO &
WHAT:           With famed Blues vocalist Sherry Pruittand Grammy Awardâ-nominated guitarist, Big Terry Derouen.
WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             Suggested Donation is $5.  No reservations are needed.  Refreshments for purchase.  For more information, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272) or visit the website,www.barbaramorrionspac.com.

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Thursdays – Comedy Night – Do You Think You’re Funny?WHEN:           Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

WHO & 
WHAT:           Cornelius Grant, former bandleader for the original Temptations, features some of the top comics in the country in this living room feel venue.  Stop by on your way to some place else, but beware you may never get to where you’re going.  Be prepared to laugh.

WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             The Cover Charge is $10 per person.  For reservations, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272).  For more information, and to buy online, please visit the website, www.barbaramorrisonpac.com.

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Fridays – Jazz NightsWHEN:           Fridays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.
WHO & 
WHAT:           Friday Night Jazz with Famed Jazz Pianist, Bobby Pierce.
 WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             The Cover Charge is $10.00 per person.  Refreshments will be available for purchase.  For reservations, please call 323-296-BARB
(323-296-2272).  For more information, and to buy online, please visit the website,www.barbaramorrisonpac.com.

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Saturday Special One NightersWHEN:           Saturday, October 6, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.
WHO & 
WHAT:           An Intimate Evening with R&B Singer,Robert “Buddy” Higgins.
 WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             The Cover Charge is $19.50 per person.  For reservations, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272).  For more information, and to buy online, please visit the website, www.barbaramorrisonpac.com.

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WHEN:           Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 8:00 p.m.
WHO & 
WHAT:           World Class Jazz Accordion Player,Jesse Sharpe.
 WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             The Cover Charge is $19.50 per person.  For reservations, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272).  For more information, and to buy online, please visit the website, www.barbaramorrisonpac.com.

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WHEN:           Saturday, October 27, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.
WHO & 
WHAT:           An Intimate Evening with R&B Singer,Jennifer Gist.
 WHERE:         The Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center, 4305 Degnan Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90008

HOW:             The Cover Charge is $19.50 per person.  For reservations, please call 323-296-BARB (323-296-2272).  For more information, and to buy online, please visit the website, www.barbaramorrisonpac.com.

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SAVE THE DATE;           Coming in February 2013, the World Premiere of a new musical, “I Wanna Be Loved,”based on the stories of Dinah Washington.  StarringBarbara Morrison as Dinah Washington,accompanied by the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center Jazz All Star 18-Piece Big Band under the musical direction of John Stephens, the new show will be presented at the Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center in Leimert Park, CA.  Please continue to visit the website,www.barbaramorrisonpac.com barbaramorrisonpac.com> for more information as it become available.