Versatile actor Jabari Exum, who has performed at the Kennedy Center, Arena Stage, and with theatre companies in Washington, D.C. and California, will make his first appearance in Easton at the Avalon Theatre, Saturday, Dec. 5 at 8 p.m.

He will perform, “He Walked to Freedom,” a powerful monologue on the life of George Flamer, who has been employed at Chesapeake Center’s workshop more than a decade.
The evening of fun and entertainment has been produced by the Hugh Gregory Gallagher Motivational Theatre, Inc. in honor of the Chesapeake Center, Inc., and is made possible by a grant from Talbot Arts Council with funds from Talbot County Council, and a generous contribution from Choptank Electric Trust.

“I am impressed by the work of Motivational Theatre and proud to play this role,” Exum said.  “This is theatre with a purpose, a message.  I once wrote and performed a play on schizophrenia, so I understand the need to reduce stigma in our society.”

Jessica Crouse of Denton will perform, “Please Don’t Forget Me,” on the life of former Easton resident Tanisha Haynes; Misti Green of St. Michaels will perform, “That’s Why She Holds Her Racket Like That” on the life of retired Chesapeake Center employment evaluator Marianna Breeding of Denton, and Washington, D.C.  actress Elena Branker will perform, “Snob Mob Discrimination,” a funny monologue with a serious message.  Dr. Terry Stackpole will perform on the piano and direct a newly formed Chesapeake Center chorus.  Rev. Dave Seymour is master of ceremonies.

Tickets at $12 for adults and $6 for students and children can be purchase at Chesapeake Center, Laser Letters, and Hill’s Drug Store on Cynwood Dr.   To order tickets, call 410-822-4122.