The New McCree Theatre, first stage play of 2025 opens on February 13th through March 8th, with Black history you may have missed and songs you will remember.
Many believe Motown was the first successful Black-owned record producing company.
But, Vee Jay Records paved the way for Motown and those that followed. Vee Jay Records was founded in Gary, Indiana in 1953 by Vivian Carter and James C. Brackens, a husband-and-wife team. It was a diverse recording company, producing blues, r & b, jazz, gospel and even country.
Vee Jay Records was the first American label to sign the Beatles. Artists that recorded on the label were Jimmy Reed, #You Don’t Have to Go”, The Spaniels, “Baby It’s you”, The Dells, “Oh, what a night”, Jerry Butler, “For your Precious Love”, Betty Everett, “You’re No Good” and many more.
The New McCree Theater is located at 46O1 Clio Road. Showtimes are Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday’s shows are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and may be purchased online at TheNewMcCreeTheater.com.
For more information, call 810-787-2200.
