The Classical Theater of Harlem presents its critically acclaimed production of Melvin Van Peebles' musical Ain't Supposed to Die a Natural Death outdoors in city parks throughout New York City.

The musical a gutsy, lusty narrative of Black street life that explores every aspect of ghetto life, and is peopled by junkies, pimps, drag queens, crooked cops, lovers, and dreamers.

Performances will be on July 25 & 26 at Von King Park (Brooklyn), July 29, August 1 & 2 in Marcus Garvey Park (Manhattan), August 8 & 9 at East River Park (Manhattan) and August 15 & 16 in St. Mary's Park (the Bronx).