ELLA: The American Dream

Ella: The American Dream: Written & starring Kim Nalley / San Francisco jazz vocalist Kim Nalley stars in the world premiere of her new musical "Ella: The American Dream." Nalley penned this musical tribute, a quintessential rags to riches story taking audiences back to 1930’s Harlem, the birth of the swing era which paved the way for musical greats and a Savoy Ballroom dancer named Frankie Manning who popularized a new dance called the Lindy Hop. Based on new historical findings about Ella Fitzgerald's humble beginnings, this production will have audiences snappin’ their fingers, feeling optimistic and yearning for more with its original music, jazz standards and Lindy Hop dancing. Opening Dec. 31, 2009 through Jan. 17, 2010. Call 707-763-8920 or visit www.cinnabartheater.org