CHRIST WAS SURELY EXALTED: Native Detroiter Kim Brooks highly-anticipated theatrical was nothing short of outstanding
Andre Johnson 
STANDING OVATION
They turned out in massive numbers at the 1,201-seat Michael Guido Theater in Dearborn, Michigan.
Approximately 2,000 witnesses, to put it more precisely.
Kim Brooks’ highly-anticipated theatrical, He’s Fine…But is He Saved? The Stage Play undoubtedly was as good as advertised, a two-day event that left a throng of attendees waiting with great expectancy the next incredible dramatization projects by this beloved Detroit-area playwright.
Brooks’ He’s Fine…But is He Saved? The Stage Play took place October 21-22 in lieu of what is known as Sweetest Day, an annual holiday that is celebrated in the Midwestern United States — particularly in parts of the Northeastern United States, in Arizona, and in Florida — on the third Saturday in October.
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Generally, Sweetest Day is a time to share romantic deeds or expressions and acts of charity and kindness.
An accomplished author, speaker, and producer, Brooks emphasized, among other things, her stage play was designed in large part to provide fun, inspirational, family-friendly entertainment centered around modern and relevant topics, particularly as it pertains to dating and relationships.
“It is also to provide an experience for the audience where they are entertained and inspired in their relationship with God as a result of witnessing what happens in the play with the relatable characters,” Brooks told Making Headline News during a recent interview.
Long before her stage play had come full circle, Brooks had become the beneficiary of a rash of rave reviews.
Much to her delight, such a trend would ultimately continue in the aftermath of a scintillating melodrama, one that created a fervent buzz across various message boards and social media platforms.
“Folks were excited about the play,” Brooks said. “They love the title and topic and the fact that quality entertainment was presented, which had (attendees) at the edge of their seats while still being faith-based and Christ-centered.”
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Continued Brooks: “Characters in the play receives Jesus as their Lord and Savior, which hopefully inspired the audience to examine their lives, as well as assess the challenges the main characters go through. Audience members and kingdom citizens can relate to, and it offers viewers a solution and a way to handle relationship situations while also encouraging friendships and sisterhood.”
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A native Detroiter, Brooks’ He’s Fine…But is He Saved? The Stage Play is a spinoff of her self-published-turned-national-bestselling novel, He’s Fine…But is He Saved?
A 336-page book that made its official release in November 2012, Brooks’ He’s Fine…But is He Saved? depicts the lives of three single and saved girlfriends, specifically their rash of challenges and triumphs in relationships.
THIS IS THE LORD’S DOING
A stage play that was comprised of seven Detroiters, Brooks’ He’s Fine…But is He Saved? The Stage Play also featured three prominent cast members:
- Reginald Ballard, who is widely known as Bruh-Man in the sitcom, Martin, and W.B. on The Bernie Mac Show.
- Jewel Tankard, a global economist who specializes in investment and wealth strategies and,
- Joshua Rogers, a rising gospel singer who rose to prominence in 2012 when he became the first male and youngest winner of BET’s Sunday Best during the show’s fifth season.
“This was not just a play,” Brooks told MHN. “It was an experience to be enjoyed live and in-person for all who attended, and it’s also an opportunity to bring us together again for live theater, which was enjoyed by both young and not-so-young and all walks of life.”
WHAT DID THEY SAY?
(Reactions From Native Detroiters Regarding Kim Brooks’ He’s Fine…But is He Saved? The Stage Play)
“This was an awesome play about relationships, and about putting God first, I grew up with Kim. Kim has done a wonderful job. She’s been writing all of her life. Tyler Perry, watch out. Here comes Kim Brooks. If you miss it, shame on you, but you still have tomorrow night to get here and see the best play here in Detroit on Sweetest Day weekend. Congratulations, Kim. I love you.” — Leslie Simmons
“I love the play, Kim. You did an excellent job. It was wonderful. God, it was a packed house. A packed parking lot. Oh my god, I’m so happy for you. Oh man, the Lord just bless you and bless you. All over the country, let this play be seen. I loved it!” — Deborah Stroud
“I am so proud of Kim. She shows what true perseverance will bring forward when you have God in your corner. That cast was awesome for her first play. This is top-notch. I’ve seen a lot of plays, been in productions. This was so awesome. It was an honor to be here and a pleasure to know Kim Brooks.” —Poet, Natasha “Beautiful Thought” Anee
“Great talent. I thought the play captures some really interesting situations that women deal with. A couple of these things were tragic, though we got a chance to laugh at them, but it really was a replication of what happens in real life. Great job.” — Marc Perry
“Guys, the play was so great. The cast was great. Please come back out. Tomorrow’s another show. Kim, I am so proud of you. You’ve been working on this, and God has answered your prayers. I thank God for you, and just keep it going. And we’re looking forward to the next play. Please come out tomorrow night. It’s a wonderful play. And God bless.” — Len Gibson
“Hello, Kim Brooks. You are an amazing writer. I was actually playing one of the roles years ago (when we performed a skit from a scene) when I first met you, and I am just so excited for you. I’m happy that you followed through with your dreams. I’ve also been one of your biggest fans, of course, you know that. But yes, I’m so glad that your book has come to life, and the play was absolutely amazing, from the cast, the props, the makeup artists, the wardrobe, the direction, the plot, the twist, I mean everything about the production was amazing. And I thank God for the message, for the music, for the anointing that was on this production. I am so excited, and I find that tomorrow will be just as successful and beyond. I love you…I couldn’t miss this day. God bless you. And we all know that if he’s not saved, we don’t care how fine he is, he better have the Lord in his life.” — Lisa Labella
“Hey Kim, listen, this play was better than I even thought. I kept saying this play is good, and this play was grand. It was funny, it had a storyline, it was awesome. I am so proud of you, look what you made happen. And this play had so much encouragement for everybody because you are a homegirl, and we know if you can do it, we can also do the things that God put in our hearts. So, you keep up the good work, and we look even bigger and greater for you. Congratulations, we enjoyed it.” — Rose Marie Campbell
“You did it. You did that. I’m so proud of you. It was a fantastic play I’m looking forward to the movie. I am so excited. It was amazing!” — Patricia Blackwell
“Kim, I remember the book came out, and I’m so glad that you took what God has given you, the gift and the plan, and continued to birth it, and the rest of it will just be blessings after blessings. And I enjoyed it. It was funny, it was real, and I just got to continue to never quit. It was inspirational for a lot of people, and I’m so excited that I had a chance to come. Love you!” — Helema Ballard
“So I really did enjoy the play. I didn’t want to even come, but my girlfriends asked me to go. But this play was so good from start to finish, and it really flowed very well, and I really liked the way the actors engaged with each other. So kudos to Kim and all the things she did to put this together.” — Female Play Patron
“I think it’s an awesome play. I really enjoyed it. Tell it like it is. I just say thank God for bringing the play to us. Good job, awesome, wonderful, awesome. Come and see you again. Bring it back again.” — Male Play Patron
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