Jelly’s Last Jam

For the first time in New Orleans, Le Petit Theatre is producing the Tony Award-winning musical that tells the true story of Ferdinand Joseph LeMothe, aka Jelly Roll Morton. Born a Creole American in the Faubourg Marigny, Jelly Roll Morton took the music he found in the cribs of Storyville out into the wide world. He became a star in Harlem, Chicago, and Los Angeles, going so far as to proclaim himself the “creator of jazz.” Featuring explosive dancing and an original score inspired by the best musical traditions of New Orleans, Jelly’s Last Jam is a musical triumph that won’t give you the blues.

Note: This show is recommended for ages 13 and up.