BLACK HISTORY CELEBRATION : PLAY PRODUCTION HONORS HERITAGE.Byline: Tracy Valeri Daily News Staff Writer Calvary Baptist Church of Pacoima will celebrate Black History Month at 7 p.m. Sunday with a biblical dramatization dram·a·ti·za·tion n. 1. The act or art of dramatizing: the dramatization of a novel. 2. A work adapted for dramatic presentation: featuring former Mrs. California Dwan Smith. Smith, an actress, writer and producer, has starred in such television programs and films as ``Joe Forrester'' with Lloyd Bridges, ``Sparkle'' with Phillip Michael-Thomas and ``General Hospital'' as Dr. Irma Foster. Smith has recently appeared on the ``Leeza'' show and is working on her own talk show. Actor M. Darnell Suttles, who has appeared in television shows and films such as ``Chicago Hope,'' ``Space Jam,'' ``Congo'' and ``Roseanne'' will accompany the cast. Other performers include concert bassist Clarence Robinson as well as Charlotte Crossley-Fortier, one of the original backup vocalists for Bette Midler Bette Midler (born December 1 1945) is an American singer, actress and comedienne, also known to her fans as The Divine Miss M. She is named after the actress Bette Davis although Davis pronounced her first name in two syllables, and Midler uses one. and a member of the original Broadway cast of ``Jesus Christ Jesus Christ: see Jesus. Jesus Christ 40 days after Resurrection, ascended into heaven. [N.T.: Acts 1:1–11] See : Ascension Jesus Christ kind to the poor, forgiving to the sinful. [N.T. Superstar'' and ``Hair.'' The church drama, titled ``First Was the Word,'' will include poetry and songs performed by the Voices of Calvary, the choir for the congregation. ``The drama highlights a few of the historical contributions from our African heritage in the sacred Scriptures,'' says Carmen Carmen throws over lover for another. [Fr. Lit.: Carmen; Fr. Opera: Bizet, Carmen, Westerman, 189–190] See : Faithlessness Carmen the cards repeatedly spell her death. [Fr. Williams, spokeswoman for the church. The 1,400-member church, pastored by the Rev. William T. Broadous, usually has a dramatic presentation once a month and decided to celebrate Black History Month with ``First Was the Word.'' The play is based on the first chapter of the Gospel of John For other uses, see Gospel of John (disambiguation). The Gospel of John (literally, According to John; Greek, Κατά Ιωαννην, Kata Iōannēn . ``We always want to stay aware of what the black community is all about. We've played a big part in history,'' according to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. Elizabeth Mitchell, coordinator for the musical department at Calvary. ``From the earliest stages in the Bible, black people played a major role.'' Following the program will be an African-American art exhibit displaying oil paintings, original prints, figurines, dolls, crafts and jewelry from artists in the Valley and the greater Los Angeles area The Greater Los Angeles Area, or the Southland, is the agglomeration of urbanized area around the city of Los Angeles, California, United States. There are two "official" definitions—the Los Angeles metropolitan area consisting only of the Los Angeles and Orange . The event is free and there is no need to reserve seats. Calvary Baptist is located at 12928 Vaughn St., San Fernando. For more information call (818) 899-5818. CAPTION(S): Photo Photo: Actress Dwan Smith will star in the play ``First Was the Word,'' which she wrote, at the Calvary Baptist Church of Pacoima. Hans Gutknecht/Daily News |
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