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Zhailon Levingston is directing the three-performance run, which will be recorded for later release.

Newell will perform the show for three performances only.

BroadwayWorld sat down with star James Monroe Iglehart while the production played its first pre-Broadway engagement in New Orleans to chat about bringing Louis' story to life, the care that goes into telling stories through musicals, and if he can play a certain instrument.

The new musical stars James Monroe Iglehart as the famed musician, and begins its pre-Broadway performances this month.

Louis Armstrong moved around in his lifetime, from his beginnings in New Orleans, to Chicago, and finally to New York.

WBGO’s Lezlie Harrison talks with Michael O. Mitchell, co-creator of ‘What’s Going On?’, a theatrical concert at 92NY exploring the contributions of Black songwriters to the American Songbook canon.

NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Broadway in New Orleans, presented by Entergy has announced the 2023 – 2024 schedule of Broadway performances playing at The

A Wonderful World, A New Musical about the Life and Loves of Louis Armstrong will premiere in New Orleans and Chicago this fall, with Tony Award winner James Monroe Iglehart starring as Armstrong. See additional details, and how to purchase tickets!

The musical will play in New Orleans and Chicago this fall ahead of a Broadway run.

Satchmo is coming to town in the fall. “A Wonderful World" will have the songs and story of Louis Armstrong.