The Home of Jazz Music in Columbus, Ohio

As one of many special events comprising Columbus’ celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Harlem Renaissance, the Drexel Theatre, 2254 E. Main Street in Bexley, will present a special screening of the 1988 documentary Thelonious Monk: Straight, No Chaser on Thursday, September 27th at 7pm. The film “chronicles the life of legendary jazz pianist and composer Thelonious Monk and features live performances by Monk and his group as well as posthumous interviews with friends and family.” Tickets are $10 ($8 for Drexel members, $5 for students) and can be purchased at www.drexel.net. The ticket includes admission to the screening and a post-screening panel discussion featuring Bob Breithaupt, professor of music at Capital University; composer and musician Linda Dachtyl; and Dr. Jack Marchbanks, co-host of WCBE’s “Jazz Sunday,” producer, and independent writer. Keep reading for full details from CAPA: Read More →