The 2025 Black History [every] Month Project

A year-long celebration of works that highlight the rich heritage of
African American arts, artists and culture

Black History [every] Month presents African-American theatrical creations not just in February, but throughout the year. Seeing a poster on the Playhouse patio wall advertising a production for Black History Month, a Playhouse conservatory student asked, “What about the rest of the year?” Excellent question, one that became the inspiration for the Black History [every] Month project, recognizing, honoring and celebrating the rich heritage of Black arts, artists, and culture in our community.

With generous support from the We Are Santa Monica Fund, the City of Santa Monica, the Santa Monica Arts Commission, and Playhouse PALS, Santa Monica Playhouse is excited to present the following:

THE WORLD IS MY HOME: THE LIFE OF PAUL ROBESON
Fall Dates Available Soon!
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Film, TV and stage personality Stogie Kenyatta pays homage to Paul Robeson with his acclaimed NAACP Award-Winning solo show about the renowned African-American artist-activist. Robeson – internationally renowned actor, recording artist, concert singer, football player, All-American athlete and Phi Beta Kappa Society laureate at Rutgers University, was witness to the artistic wonders of the Harlem Renaissance and the Jazz/Be-bop era, the horrors of the slave trade, the shame of the Holocaust, McCarthyism, blacklists, racism and oppression. 

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LOOK WHAT FELL OUT DE MANGO TREE
Saturday, July 12 & Sunday, August 14 at 4:00 pm, Rated: 16+

Secrets. Lies. Forgiveness. Vulnerability. And a deep-seated desire to break free of the prison that prevents a woman from truly allowing herself the strength to embrace laughter and joy. Because running away from something is not being free. Written by and featuring Debra Ehrhardt, with Christopher Grossett (A Raisin in the Sun-Syracuse Stage; A Wrinkle in Time-Lincoln Center). Directed by Hall of Fame Grammy Winner Paul Williams.

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VASTHY AND FRIENDS
Saturday, October 11, 10:30 am and 1:00 pm, all welcome, ages 4 to 10 encouraged

Sesame Street meets Broadway…Mr. Rogers meets musical theatre…it’s music, dance, poetry, and fun for the whole family (including grown-ups). 8-time Broadway performer (The Prom, Spongebob, Mary Poppins) and her ensemble of performers and musicians create interactive experiences that allow audiences to engage innovatively in the arts.

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BLACK BASTARD
Returning in the Fall!
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1990s Houston. Queer. Southern. Creole. Jon, an inquisitive Black boy, develops a love for literature until his family fractures, thrusting him into the role of “man of the house.” A comedic spiral ensues as Jon grapples with his identity. An inciting confrontation propels his search for his absent father. A humorous, heartfelt coming-of-age tale.

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Saturday, September 27, 7:00 pm; Sunday, September 28, 3:00 pm

​A brand new show by the creator/performer of “Mulatto Math: Summing Up the Race Equation in America”. It's all things mixed, mom'ing and maturing.

Santa Monica Playhouse® Reserves the Right to Cancel or Reschedule Performances Without Prior Notice. Please Call to Confirm Show Dates and Times.