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STAGE CREDITS

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer

Writing

Composer/Lyricist

Awards and Nominations

Tony Awards - 1999 - Best Book of a Musical

Charles Bevel, It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues

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Queensbury Theatre Continues its 60th Anniversary Season with IT AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT THE BLUES

Queensbury Theatre, 12777 Queensbury Lane, Houston, TX 77024 is proud to present It Ain't Nothin' but the Blues, a sizzling musical revue that traces the history of blues music with more than three dozen songs. The eight member cast and incredible onstage band create the atmosphere of a blues club during a musical journey from Africa to Mississippi to Memphis to Chicago. Called 'A non-stop spree of joyous entertainment,' It Ain't Nothin' but the Blues is 'a potent blend of visual eloquence and historical sweep that engages the eye and touches the heart while its songs soothe the ear' - The New York Times
New Stage Theatre Announces 2014-2015 Season

New Stage Theatre announces their 2014-2015 season. More infor can be found here: http://www.newstagetheatre.com/.
Portland Centre Stage Announcing Change For 2011-2012 Season

Artistic Director Chris Coleman announced today a change in the 2011-2012 season lineup at Portland Center Stage.
IT AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT THE BLUES Extends At New Haarlem Arts Theatre

New Haarlem Arts Theatre, Eugene Nesmith, Founding Artistic Director, presents: 'It Ain't Nothin' But The Blues' by Charles Bevel, Lita Gaithers, Randal Myler, Ron Taylor, and Dan Wheetman
New Haarlem Arts Theatre Presents BLUES FOR MISTER CHARLIE, Closes 7/17

New Haarlem Arts Theatre (NHAT), the new professional theater company of City College of New York (CCNY), will present 'Blues for Mister Charlie' by James Baldwin, directed by Eugene Nesmith, from June 23 to July 17 at Aaron Davis Hall, located at W. 135th Street and Convent Avenue, Manhattan (Hamilton Heights).
New Haarlem Arts Theatre Presents IT AINT NOTHIN' BUT THE BLUES

'It Ain't Nothin' But The Blues,' directed by Alfred Preisser, is the second production of New Haarlem Arts Theatre, the new professional theater company of CCNY.
New Haarlem Arts Theatre Presents BLUES FOR MISTER CHARLIE 6/23-7/17

New Haarlem Arts Theatre (NHAT), the new professional theater company of City College of New York (CCNY), will present 'Blues for Mister Charlie' by James Baldwin, directed by Eugene Nesmith, from June 23 to July 17 at Aaron Davis Hall, located at W. 135th Street and Convent Avenue, Manhattan (Hamilton Heights).
CCNY Launches New Haarlem Arts Theatre; First Up, BLUES FOR MISTER CHARLIE

The City College of New York (CCNY) and its Department of Theatre and Speech are launching the New Haarlem Arts Theatre (NHAT), a new professional theater company in residence at Aaron Davis Hall, which will produce its first season in the summer of 2011. The objective is to establish a professional theater uptown that will rank among the best in the country and to produce bold theatrical works that express the true history, culture, and diversity of America.
Dennehy, Letts, et al. Among Jeff Award Noms; Dunagan, Fields to Host Ceremony 10/25

The Jeff Awards for Chicago Equity theater announced this year's nominees. Productions that opened between August 1, 2009 and July 31, 2010 were eligible for nominations.
Dennehy, Letts, et al. Among Jeff Award Noms; Dunagan, Fields to Host Ceremony 10/25

The Jeff Awards for Chicago Equity theater announced this year's nominees. Productions that opened between August 1, 2009 and July 31, 2010 were eligible for nominations.
2009-2010 Jeff Award Nominees Announced; Ceremony Set for 10/25

The Jeff Awards announced 162 nominations in 31 categories for Chicago Equity theatrical productions which opened between August 1, 2009, and July 31, 2010.
Northlight Theatre Closes LOW DOWN DIRTY SHAME, 7/3

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for June 23rd, 2010

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. 'Million Dollar Quartet,' 'Oh Boy!,' 'Low Down Dirty Blues,' 'Sugar,' 'The Drowsy Chaperone,' 'Sweet And Hot,' more....
Northlight Theatre Presents LOW DOWN DIRTY BLUES Through 7/3

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain.
'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for June 2nd, 2010

The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Jeff Awards, Liza Minnelli, 'The Yeoman Of The Guard,' 'Maria La O,' 'Low Down Dirty Blues,' 'Glee,' more.....
Northlight Theatre's Associates Board hosts Up Close with Low Down Dirty Blues 6/1

Northlight Theatre's Associates Board is hosting Up Close with Low Down Dirty Blues to celebrate Northlight's production of Low Down Dirty Blues. The event will be held at Justins, 3358 N. Southport Avenue in Chicago, on June 1 at 6:30pm.
Northlight Theatre Presents LOW DOWN DIRTY BLUES 5/27-7/3, Opens 6/5

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain. The production will feature Tony Award nominee Felicia P. Fields (The Color Purple) in her first role in Chicago since The Color Purple and two-time Jeff Award-winner Mississippi Charles Bevel. The production will be directed by Randal Myler with musical direction by Dan Wheetman. Low Down Dirty Blues runs May 27 - July 3, 2010 at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie. The press opening is Saturday, June 5, 2010.
Northlight Theatre's Associates Board hosts Up Close with Low Down Dirty Blues 6/1

Northlight Theatre's Associates Board is hosting Up Close with Low Down Dirty Blues to celebrate Northlight's production of Low Down Dirty Blues. The event will be held at Justins, 3358 N. Southport Avenue in Chicago, on June 1 at 6:30pm.
Northlight Theatre Presents LOW DOWN DIRTY BLUES 5/27-7/3, Opens 6/5

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain. The production will feature Tony Award nominee Felicia P. Fields (The Color Purple) in her first role in Chicago since The Color Purple and two-time Jeff Award-winner Mississippi Charles Bevel. The production will be directed by Randal Myler with musical direction by Dan Wheetman. Low Down Dirty Blues runs May 27 - July 3, 2010 at Northlight Theatre, 9501 Skokie Blvd in Skokie. The press opening is Saturday, June 5, 2010.
Northlight Theatre Presents LOW DOWN DIRTY BLUES 5/27-7/3

Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans announce the World Premiere of Low Down Dirty Blues, by Randal Myler and Dan Wheetman, the creators of It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues and Fire on the Mountain.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Charles Bevel been in?

Charles Bevel has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Charles Bevel been in?

Charles Bevel has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Charles Bevel been nominated for?

and Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues.

How many shows has Charles Bevel written?

Charles Bevel has written 2 shows including Famous Orpheus (Composer/Lyricist), It Ain't Nothin' But the Blues (Bookwriter).

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