Langston Hughes' one-act play performed by the Theatre Department of NCCU, directed by Karen Dacons-Brock, followed by the Jazz Opera version composed by William Banfield, performed by vocalist, Lenora Zenzalai Helm; reedsman, Ira Wiggins, percussionis, Thomas Taylor; pianist, Ed Paolantonio; cellist, Timothy Holley, under the artistic direction of Timothy Holley.

Langston Hughes' one-act play performed by the Theatre Department of NCCU, directed by Karen Dacons-Brock, followed by the Jazz Opera version composed by William Banfield, performed by vocalist, Lenora Zenzalai Helm; reedsman, Ira Wiggins, percussionis, Thomas Taylor; pianist, Ed Paolantonio; cellist, Timothy Holley, under the artistic direction of Timothy Holley.

The award winning ensembles from the North Carolina Central University Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Big Band will perform for the Annual Guest Artist Festival. 

Lenora Zenzalai Helm performs with a big-band, under the direction of arranger/saxophonist Brian Horton.  Selections include Helm's original compositions and jazz favorites, arranged by Horton.  Concert begins at 7 pm with a reception to follow.