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Can I Get a Witness! © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson wrote, directed, produced, and performed in her debut stage play as an undergraduate student at Johnson C. Smith University. The socially conscious campus-based drama featured a cast of over fifty students, a choreographer and dancers, singers during scene transitions, a gospel choir, and behind-the-scenes talent that included a sound effects technician and musician. Every performance was packed, and the Vice President of Student Affairs requested the drama back by popular demand. The encore performance grew into a community success and received accolades from front-page newspaper headlines and coverage in the Charlotte Post.
Time Will Tell: Stage Intro © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Time Will Tell: Stage I © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Time Will Tell: Stage II © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Time Will Tell: Stage III © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson connects this auto-ethnography and personal narrative to broader cultural, political, and social meaning and understanding through self-reflection and writing about lived experiences. She has worked as a director, actor, executive producer, playwright, and dramatist. The theatrical adaptation of the trilogy book series was performed at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Page-to-Stage, and other regional and national theaters.
Rise-Up! © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson wrote, directed, and produced Rise Up! The inspiring gospel play featured twenty-seven cast members, choreographers, dancers, and singers. Dr. Jefferson oversaw the dramatic production while working closely with sound engineers, musicians, lighting technicians, stage managers, make-up and costume designers, and set designers.
TAMAR © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
The story of Tamar exposes a double standard as the biblical truth unfolds in the book of Genesis. Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson portrayed the original performance. Her dramatic depiction of deception reveals how one should never believe that God is through with you, but have faith that God can be glorified through you.
Black Gospel History © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson is the playwright, director, and producer of the modern-day narrative that chronicles gospel music from Africa to America.
Harriet Tubman: Moses of the Civil War © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson wrote, directed, produced, and narrated a historical story celebrating the bravery, tenacity, and legacy of Harriet Tubman. The dramatic performance illustrates how freedom leaders yesterday make a difference in communities today.
On Christmas Eve © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson wrote, directed, and produced a story of friends coming together on Christmas Eve. An inspiring stage play that brings a deeper meaning to life.
BACKSTAGE THEATER
Mommy Miniya & Me Backstage!
The Mommy Miniya & Me Show © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson is the playwright, director, executive producer, and performer alongside her daughters, Nailah and Miniya, in the family-friendly show. The live performances and touring series of short plays include the following episodes by Dr. Ollie ...
Saturday Stage
It Ain’t Over Yet! © by Ollie L. Jefferson, Ph.D.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson is the playwright, songwriter, director, executive producer, and performer of It Ain't Over Yet! As the music director and producer, Dr. Jefferson wrote seven original gospel songs. She oversaw all musical aspects of the musical theater production, including casting performers and rehearsing singers. The original cast members are featured at the Timeless Visual Works Saturday Stage. The musical drama focused on wellness and hosted the Timeless Health & Wellness Expo as a community event produced along with performances at Bowie State University. The theatrical stage play presents the following songs written by Dr. Ollie ...
His Name is Jesus
1 House 2 Women
Get Up!
I Know a Doctor - Dr. Jesus
Lord, Have Mercy
'Til We Meet Again
It Ain't Over Yet!
That Fits the Script
1st Rehearsal - IT AIN'T OVER YET!The first rehearsal directed by Dr. Ollie with powerhouse songstress, Kimberly, and backup vocalists, Shaneil and Taylor Reese.
Dr. Ollie L. Jefferson cast It Ain't Over Yet leading actress without hesitation. Kimberly Jordan-Gaskins arrived to the audition on public transportation before snowfall ready to perform. Some wondered how she would portray the role without changing the script. Dr. Ollie made no edits and directed the theatrical stage play with cultural sensitivity. The Visionary wrote the theatrical production based on her lived experience and philosophy.
The It Ain't Over Yet production received a standing ovation as the leading actress came to the stage in a wheelchair during the curtain call. The audience was amazed realizing the actress was sitting throughout the theater performance which focuses on the main character's weight and challenges singing gospel songs in the entertainment world.
Dr. Ollie reached a stop light years after the performance and Kimberly pulled up alongside her. The rookie driver loss weight and gained the title of Ms. Wheelchair in the State of Maryland. It Ain't Over Yet only script difference was to greenlight a life-changing production.
There are no limits on stage and off stage for Timeless Visual Works!
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