I am so jealous because that play will probably NEVER come to Minnesota. I read that book about three years ago and fell in love. It's ALL THAT! It's time for Michael Baisden to drop another book. And we won't even get into The Maintenance Man...WHEW! I need to read those books again!

He does have a new book. more details @ the website above.

Thanks soror CT4!

Sorry... gotta go against the flow
 

I saw Men Cry in the Dark with my link and her mom, and I think the play was typical and mediocre. (don't hit me... don't hit me) Don't get me wrong, I am glad I went, but the plot has been done, done, and done some more. The acting was great, and the singing was also great. But here are some of my questions...
1) Why was Germanicia (sp?) so ghetto? Do we have to keep the stereotype alive?
2) Although I enjoyed the eye candy, but why did Christopher WIlliams have to strip and lay all on the floor at the proposal.

Also, will someone explain Chris. Williams's fiance? Is she in the play? Did the ring look nice?

Re: Sorry... gotta go against the flow
 

That's fine that you went against the flow. This plot might be overworked but it is still a plot that folks enjoy and can relate to.

There are women like Germanicia as well as the other women in the play. Baisden, as other authors, showed that there are different types of women and they all need love from a good man.

Chris was just pouring out his heart and soul during his song to Tracey and I did not mind ONE bit.

Chris' fiance was seen at the club, the after party, in REAL LIFE by myself and those I went to the after party with.

HOT DIGGITY
 

I am going to get my play on this spring. :D


The Maintenance Man National Tour Schedule

(tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com)

Jan. 7-12
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Dallas, TX
Black Academy of Arts & Letters

Jan. 16 -19
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Miami, FL
James L. Knight

Jan 21 - Feb. 2
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Detroit, MI
Music Hall

Feb. 7-10
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Hampton, VA
Hampton Coliseum

Feb. 15-16
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Greensboro, NC
War Memorial

Feb. 18-23
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Philadelphia, PA
Merriam Theatre

March 6-10
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Memphis, TN
Orpheum

March 13-16
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Columbus, SC
Township

March 20th-23rd
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
St. Louis, MO
Fox Theatre

April 10th-13th:D
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Charlotte, NC
Ovens

April 15th-20th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Atlanta, GA
Civic Center

April 29th- May 11th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Chicago, IL
Regal Theatre

The Cast of the Play
 

from EURWEB:

Author Michael Baisden also returns with a new play. On his second effort, Baisden presents a theatrical production of his book, “The Maintenance Man.” The play, which kicked off January 16th in Dallas, stars the lady’s man himself, Billie Dee Williams, actor Darius McCrary (“Family Matters”), comedian Arnez J (“Comicview”) and actress/gospel singer D’Atra Hicks (“Madea’s Family Reunion”). The play is in Detroit this week, and has scheduled dates in Philadelphia, Houston, Memphis, and Hampton, VA. For details visit MichaelBaisden.com.

This CLUCKA
 

is NOT coming to Charlotte, BOOOOOO HISS!! However, another play starring Leon and Lenny Williams is but I want to see Billy Dee. :(

New for 2003 "The Maintenance Man" the National Stage Play

The Maintenance Man "Taking The Nation By Storm" The Tour

(tickets available at www.ticketmaster.com)

Feb. 27 - Mar 2
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Miami, FL
James L. Knight Ctr.

March 6-9
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Memphis, TN
Orpheum

March 11-16
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Aerial Theater
Houston, TX

March 18th-19th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Kansas City, MO
TBA

March 20th-23rd
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
St. Louis, MO
Tickets are available through MetroTix (314/534-1111) or www.metrotix.com

April 1st-2nd
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Pittsburgh, PA
Benedum Center

April 3rd-5th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Trenton, NJ
TBA

April 6th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Hampton, VA
Hampton Coliseum

April 8th-13th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Atlanta, GA
Fabulous Fox Theatre

April 29th- May 11th
The Maintenance Man
Stage Play
Chicago, IL
New Regal Theatre