5/8/18- Jacque, Skip, Kym, and Sherri all spend some time catching up on the cruise on stories that they missed. Kym wanted to take the time to pay respects and thank Shelly Garrett, known as the Godfather of Urban Theater and his iconic play Beauty Shop, for giving her a chance back in the […]

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Unfortunately, we have sad news to share about a legendary urban theater director/producer/playwright. Shelly Garrett, “The Godfather of Urban Theater,” who is probably best known for his classic hit play, “Beauty Shop,” passed away May 4, 2018, after battling stomach cancer. He was 71. Here are thoughts from friends and associates on Facebook: Garrett, a […]

“Bea-uuu-ty Shop!” remember that radio ad? Beauty Shop the stage play created by director Shelly Garrett is celebrating 30 years of being in production. Kym Whitley goes way back with Garrett as she went on tour with the show for three years. “I think we were there almost four years, 66 cities, and 851 performances,” said Garrett proudly. […]