RAW Theater Group presents ON AND ON: A New Dancical Experience, starring Keena Ferguson (Lessons in Chemistry, All American) and Gilbert Glenn Brown (Respect, Stargirl, All American). Created and directed by Billie King, with choreography by Chris Smith, the production runs November 21–22, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at Barnsdall Gallery Theatre in Los Angeles.
Set in 1970s Brooklyn, ON AND ON follows Ruby, a single mother struggling to balance her family’s needs with her own desires. When love enters her life, she must decide whether to put herself first or continue prioritizing those who depend on her. Blending acting, singing, and dance with music from the Curtis Mayfield catalog, including “To Be Invisible,” “The Makings of You,” and “Make Yours a Happy Home,” the production explores resilience, love, and the importance of moving forward.
Director Billie King describes the production as a “dancical,” a theatrical experience where choreography and movement help tell the story alongside dialogue and music. A Compton native, King began her career in hip-hop and songwriting before transitioning into film and theater. The production draws on those musical influences while bringing Mayfield’s timeless music to the stage.
Beyond entertainment, the production supports Program Rewrite, Inc., King’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping young people heal from trauma through writing, storytelling, and the performing arts. Through its Healing Seats campaign, sponsors, including C. Stumpo Development, help provide underserved youth and families with tickets to experience the production.
Foundations, corporate partners, and individual donors interested in supporting the initiative can become Healing Seats sponsors by visiting programrewrite.org or contacting support@programrewrite.org.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Production: ON AND ON: A New Dancical Experience
Dates: November 21–22, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Barnsdall Gallery Theatre
Address: 4800 Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Tickets: $55
Purchase: buytickets.at/rawtheatergroup