Cookin' at the Cookery
An inspirational musical play based on the life of legendary jazz and blues singer Alberta Hunter, a woman whose extraordinary voice bridged gaps among classic blues, hot jazz and cabaret-flavored pop.
Follow her rise to fame in this uplifting and humorous tale filled with toe-tapping standards, including Handy Man, My Castle’s Rockin’, and Sweet Georgia Brown.
PHOTOS
CRITICAL ACCLAIM
The TRTC production gives theatergoers the rare opportunity to enjoy a hit-in-the-making.
THE COAST STAR
This performance… has renewed my faith in the performing arts.
THE ASBURY PARK PRESS
Phenomenal… not to be missed.
ASBURY PARK PRESS
MEET THE ARTISTS
CAST
Alberta — Ann Duquesnay
The Narrator — Debra Walton
THE BAND
Piano — Darrell Ivey
Guitar — Joe Battaglia
Bass — Cliff Kellem
Drums — Rodney Harper
CREATIVES
Playwright, Director — Marion J. Caffey
Scenic, Lighting Design — Dale F. Jordan
Costume Design — Marilyn Wall-Asse
Pianist, Conductor — Darrell Ivey
Wig Designer — Bettie Rodgers
Stage Management — Audrey M. Koran