Ashanti A.K.A "Dorothy"

ASHANTI TO STAR IN WIZ


Ashanti will ease on down the road to her first theater role this summer in a New York-staged revival of "The Wiz. The Grammy winner will star as Dorothy in the African American version of L. Frank Baum's "The Wizard of Oz," which begins in June as part of the "Encores!
Summer Stars" series at New York City Center.

Ashanti also played Dorothy in the made-for-television movie “The Muppets’ Wizard of Oz.” City Center’s production of “The Wiz” will be directed by Thomas Kail and choreographed by Andy Blankenbuehler with music direction by Alex Lacamoire, who previously collaborated on “In the Heights.” The musical, with book by William F. Brown and music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls, is scheduled to run from June 12 through July 5.

The Wiz is a family favorite! I will definitely be flying out to see her debut!

~ "O" The Touring Empress

Hot Summer Nights!

92.3 Hot Summer Nights FUNK FEST featuring
Morris Day, S.O.S. Band, Zapp, Midnight Star and Con Funk Shun

At The Greek Theater, Sat, August 08 at 07:00 PM

The presale is available from:
Thu, Apr. 30 at 10:00 AM until Fri, May. 1 at 10:00 PM, or while supplies last. Enter Code: MORRIS for presale tickets!

There is nothing like evening shows, great people, good food, and the vendors are must see & visit!

Hope to see some of you there!

~ "O" The Touring Princess

Solange "By her dang'on self"

I am really feeling Solange Knowles right now! Every time T.O.N.Y. comes on I become more of a supporter!

Two albums under her belt: Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams

You can follow her on twitter: @solangeknowles

She has Spunk, she's Artistic, she's a Mother & Loves her Juelz, She's Free Spirited & has so much Personality! Good looks ketch the eyes, but personalities & character take you further...Beyonce, take notes from your little sister!

Solange - 'T.O.N.Y.' AOL Blackvoices

"And he wasn't just some regular guy, Toni actually the other night, Oh why"...

"I don't go with yesterday no more
Now I'm feeling free (I'm feeling free)
Today and tomorrow told me (what they said)
That's where I should be (that's where I should be)
That's where I should be (so I'm moving)
I'm moving (so I'm moving on)
I'm going, Can't wait forever (I'm moving on)
I'm going (so I'm moving on)
I'm leaving
I miss you baby"

Solange - New Music - More Music Videos

~ "O" The Touring Princess

Derek Fisher has Stalker and had to get a RESTRAINING
ORDER!

Derek Fisher, the starting point guard of the Los Angeles Lakers must be doing his thing to the ladies! It must be so go that chicks are stalking, changing identities and being served restraining orders. Born: Aug 9, 1974, Height: 6'1", Weight: 210 lbs. College: Arkansas-Little Rock, 3 NBA Championship rings from 2001, 2002 and 2003!

Derek says he needs a restraining order put in place against a woman he says has been stalking him for years. His request was granted. Fisher and his legal team say the woman, Symone Fisher, 40, has gone so far as to legally change her last name to Fisher. Sit down Who**! Your a Cougar, Claim it and work it! Or get used to being DENIED, It's 2009 and out of all men you change your name to Fisher bwwaaaaahhh not a good look at all :(

Mrs. Symone Fisher stay 1000 feet away from the Staples Center so Derek can stay focused on bringing that ring back home to Los Angeles!


~ "O" The Touring Empress

Daily Wisdom

I receive Daily Muslim Wisdom and I decided to share this daily wisdom with you all, I really feel the words...hopefully this will open up your eyes & soul, for each day is a new day to become a better YOU!

Water said to the defiled, "Hurry come to me."

The defiled replied, "But I feel ashamed before the water."

Water said, "But without me how will you wash your shame? How will your filth be removed?"

Shame hinders the faith of the tainted who hide from the water.

-Rumi, "Mathnawi"

~ "O" The Touring Empress

Source: Beliefnet - Daily Muslim Wisdom

Shady Business + Imposter = Exposed

J’Adore Magazine reached out to a few folks in the industry, myself included to relay a sincere word of caution regarding a malicious individual who has been repeatedly misrepresenting the J’Adore Magazine brand and reputation.

This fraud is a young man by the name of Zakee Boyd, also known in many circles as “Jesus”– especially among the women he comes in contact with during his weekly escapades at popular nightspots including Dreamz, Pure, Esso’s, Magic City and other popular venues.

After repeated warnings directly from J’Adore’s upper management, Mr. Boyd continues to insist on using our publication for personal gain. Because of his sustained deceit, there is now the urgency to alert the public of this imposter who is benefiting from the hard years of work we have put in to make J’Adore what it is.In the span of the last few months, J’Adore Magazine’s staff has received numerous complaints and reports about his misconduct and misrepresentation. Boyd’s tactics include false representation that he is the CEO, Vice President and/or photographer for J’Adore Magazine and promises businesses and individuals concessions and coverage in the publication in order to gain VIP access, special treatment, perks and other sources of personal gain. Boyd also approaches aspiring models in these venues with false promises of J’Adore exposure, leading to personal visits and impromptu photo shoots. This, of course, is the most dangerous of all of the scenarios and should be taken very seriously.

To be clear, Zakee Boyd was briefly involved with J’Adore Magazine as a source of promotions for J’Adore. His role with J’Adore was quickly canceled after we received several repeated reports of the aforementioned unscrupulous activities.

Ultimately, Zakee Boyd, under absolutely any circumstances, should not be taken seriously as a member of J’Adore Magazine or party of any other reputable business related to the publication. If the J’Adore staff learns that he continues to gain perks under false pretenses immediate legal action will be the results.

Jay Glover
President/Agent
HD, THE AGENCY
Direct: 678-428-0675
Email: jayg@hatkaentertainment.com

Source:
Rahiem Shabazz
www.rashaentertainment.com

~ "O" The Touring Empress

iCandy for Women

We have a right to look and not touch just as men do over video vixens Like Melissa Ford, The females from the Candy Shop; Athletes like Serena Williams (backside) & Candace Parker.

I have never viewed Morris Chestnut as iCandy, by majority of your votes Morris Chestnut has won Split Personality Productions "' iCandy" award! I have to give him credit on his smile, he as a very beautiful smile! Denzel Washington & Boris Kodjoe were tied for 2nd, I'm so happy that the three black men you all have chosen, have Beautiful Black Wives & Children!

Morris Chestnut

Morris L. Chestnut January 1, 1969 (age 40) Cerritos, CA. Married to Pam (Byse) for 13yrs!

Boris Frederic Cecil Tay-Natey Ofuatey-Kodjoe

Boris Kodjoe March 8, 1973 (age 36)
Vienna, Austria. Married to Nicole Ari Parker for 4yrs

Denzel Washington

Denzel Hayes Washington, Jr. December 28, 1954 (age 54) Mt. Vernon, NY. Married to
Pauletta (Pearson) for 26yrs!

Since this is my blog I can do as I please! I decided to let you know by personal top 3 besides my "babe" in real life...you are the ultimate chocolate drop but these brothers right here should be motivation babe to stay on your toes! lol

I not big on candy, but if I had a sweet tooth & needed to spoil myself with "Chocolate" it would be with these men:

My Banana Split is Benny Boom, This Brother right here is Philly born & raised, Temple Educated, Body Inked up in a few adoring places, Body size just perfect! I can't even type anymore, because if your not up on my "Banana Split" then leave it right there. I don't want you kittens & cougars getting any ideas trying to google my Banana Split, seeking him out for your own pleasure could ruin a great friendship the you & I have lol j/k






My Mint Chocolate Chip of the Block is Common, Chicago Born & Raised, Muslim, Actor, Activist, Confident & very Charismatic...










My Oven Baked cookie is Henry Simmons, I'm talking Lakawana Blues Henry Simmons... If you have seen the movie then you would know why I'm smh he was FINE!

Here are your response's some of the answers made me laugh especially Shay's & Bird_E!

R.A.W.:
The Rock & Denzel Washington

Nae:
Morris Chestnut, Jim Jones & Lebron James

Shantel:
Morris Chestnut, Idris Elba, Chris Paul, Denzel & Barack

Europe:
Jay Z, Pharell, Lebron James, Reggie Bush & Fabolous

Ve:
Common, Boris Kodjoe, Morris Chestnut & Fabolous

Kisha:
Chris Webber, Morris Chestnut & Hassan Johnson

Bird_E:
Idris Elba, Jackie Long, Denzel Washington, Jay Z, T.I., Ice Cube, KG, Lebron James, Chris Paul& Trevor Ariza

Kar:
Darren Sharper, Tyrese, Will Smith, Matthew Mcconaughey & Jamie Foxx

Fel B.:
Ray J, Morris Chestnut & LL Cool J

Shay:
Taye Diggs, Plies ,Boris Kodjoe, Morris Chestnut, T.I., Tyrese, Will Smith, Gorilla Zoe, Young Dro, Yung Joc & Diddy

iAssist:
Denzel Washington, Derek Luke, Boris Kodjoe, Tyson Beckford & Anthony Gallo

Tam:
Morris, Chestnut, Terrance Howard & Nelly

Cole:
Tyrese, Omar Epps & Dewayne Wade

Tecia:
Boris Kodjoe & Terrance Howard

Thank you all for you text and calls, please feel free to comment as well!

~ "O" The Touring Empress