About this Event
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Step into a time machine and experience the raw, piano-pounding electricity of the "Architect of Rock ‘n’ Roll." Tutti Frutti: The Musical – The Concert Version is a high-octane tribute that relives the legendary energy of Little Richard: Live in Hollywood.
Following its critically acclaimed West Coast Premiere at the Lesher Center for the Arts, this professional production is hitting the stage as a focused, 80-minute concert experience. While the full-length musical dives into the drama of Richard Penniman’s life, this concert version is a pure celebration of the music, recreating the fast-paced, soulful, and wild atmosphere of his most iconic Hollywood performances.
Starring Emmy and Broadway World Award-winning actor Dedrick Weathersby, this show captures the vocal fire and flamboyant showmanship that influenced everyone from The Beatles, James Brown to Prince.
What to Expect:
- The Hollywood Experience: Relive the 1960s "Club Okeh" era, fast, loud, and soulful.
- The Greatest Hits: Non-stop live performances of "Tutti Frutti," "Long Tall Sally," "Good Golly Miss Molly," "Lucille," "Rip It Up," and many more.
- World-Class Musicianship: A powerhouse live band delivering the "Architect" sound with precision and passion.
- Award-Winning Performance: Witness the portrayal that critics have hailed as a "masterclass" in honoring Little Richard’s legacy.
Event Details:
- Show Format: 80-minute high-energy concert.
- Background: This is the concert adaptation of the full-length theatrical production, licensed with exclusivity by Sony Music Publishing.
- Attire: Rock ‘n’ roll threads are highly encouraged! Poodle skirts, leather jackets, and vibrant hair are welcome.
- Doors Open: 6:45PM | Show Starts: 7:30PM
Don't miss this "Rock 'n' Rolling" good time from the creators of the award-winning Remembering James: The Life and Music of James Brown.
Grab your tickets now and get ready to "Rip It Up" with the King and Architect of Rock 'n' Roll!
Praise From Our Patrons
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Awesome performance!!!!!!" — Jennifer Martell
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My wife and I were thrilled to see your wonderful show... As a young teen following Top 40 in the 60's, Little Richard, Fats Domino & Chubby Checker became my first exposure to the 'other' Rock N Roll, which led to so many marvelous performers. Music truly is a map to a more diverse world." — Alan Robertson (Remembering Black Dallas)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Excellent show—awesome singers and performers. Little Richard would be proud!" — Shirley Crothers
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Wonderful and Awesome stage play/musical!!!" — Alisha
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I loved the overall performance... the first half was awesome." — Charles Stone
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Long overdue musical tribute to Little Richard! Outstanding! I hope to see it again and was blessed to see your premiere! 😍" — Kristen Bouchrara
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great show! It was worth the drive from Oklahoma!! When Julian Blake took the stage as preacher, THE ATMOSPHERE IN THE THEATER CHANGED!!! That was a POWERFUL performance!!!! I highly recommend seeing this production! EVERY vocalist is talented!!!!!" — Gradie Green
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "What a show! We expected great music because, well, it's Little Richard, but the story told through the historical lens of Black experience during the 50's drew us in. A must watch for music and theater lovers!" — Evalynne Dacayanan
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Simply Amazing, production value was great." — Michelle
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I loved the performance and this was a considered gamble from our traditional shows and this gamble paid off tremendously." — Malcolm Potter
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Finally a Tribute Show I can relate to! Fantastic! I hope to see it again, worth the travel!" — Barbara
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "My family and I drove down from metro Detroit to see this show and it did not disappoint... The show, the acting, the music and talented singing was all on point." — David Kniffen
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The California Theatre of Santa Rosa, 528 7th Street, Santa Rosa, United States
USD 39.19 to USD 231.27
