Our Story
Showtime Legacy Theatre Company is a theatre organization dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and advancing Black culture through powerful, authentic, and socially resonant stage productions. As a branch of Showtime Productions, Showtime Legacy exists to honor the past, engage the present, and inspire the future through storytelling rooted in the Black experience.
We produce culturally rich works that reflect the depth, beauty, pain, joy, and resilience of Black communities on stage and beyond.
Our Mission
Our mission is to uplift Black voices and stories through transformative theatrical experiences that educate, inspire, and unite communities, while creating professional opportunities for Black artists, creatives, and emerging talent.
Our Creative Founders.
At the heart of Showtime Legacy Theatre Company is a team driven by truth, excellence, and purpose — storytellers who believe the stage is sacred ground, and every performance is a chance to change the world.
Founded by Johnny Sizemore & Kerrick Greer
Creators. Dreamers. Doers.
Johnny and Kerrick are the powerhouse duo behind Showtime Productions, and now, the founding visionaries of Showtime Legacy Theatre Company. Together, they bring over 20 years of experience in theatre, film, and live production — with a focus on elevating Black voices, cultivating original work, and building platforms where untold stories take center stage.
Their collaboration is rooted in deep Southern pride, community truth-telling, and a fearless commitment to art that moves people.
CEO- FOUNDER
Johnny M Sizemore
Johnny Sizemore is a dynamic creative force with over a decade of experience in storytelling for the stage and screen. As co-founder of Showtime Productions and Showtime Legacy Theatre Company, Johnny is passionate about crafting bold, Black-centered narratives that speak truth, provoke conversation, and leave lasting impact.
A natural writer and visionary, Johnny’s work is deeply rooted in Southern culture, faith, and family. His ability to blend grit, poetry, and authenticity shines in Backbone, his theatrical debut — a searing new drama that anchors Showtime Legacy’s inaugural season.
Whether he's behind the pen or producing from the ground up, Johnny brings unmatched heart, hustle, and a deep commitment to telling stories that matter.
CEO- FOUNDER
Kerrick Greer
Kerrick Greer is a multidisciplinary theatre artist whose work explores legacy, identity, and the rhythm of Southern Black life. As co-founder of Showtime Productions and Showtime Legacy Theatre Company, Kerrick brings over 15 years of experience as a director, playwright, and creative leader.
Known for his sharp eye, emotional depth, and instinct for authenticity, Kerrick co-wrote and directed Backbone, the company’s powerful debut production. His directing style blends cinematic nuance with stage intimacy, creating experiences that feel both grounded and electric.
Kerrick’s mission is clear: to tell the stories no one else will, in the voices they were meant to be told. He is committed to building platforms where Black artistry thrives — not just for today, but for generations to come.
CFO-FOUNDER
Christopher George
Christopher George serves as the Director of Operations for Showtime Legacy Theatre, where he oversees the organization’s day-to-day functions, production logistics, and strategic planning to support the company’s mission of creating dynamic theatrical experiences. In his leadership role, Christopher coordinates cross-department efforts, manages operational systems, and works closely with artistic and administrative teams to ensure seamless execution of performances and community programs. His commitment to excellence, collaborative spirit, and deep appreciation for the performing arts are central to Showtime Legacy Theatre’s continued growth and impact.
Our Leadership Team & Board of Directors
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Dewayne Lytle
Board of Directors
Devon Scott
Board of Directors
Joy Valentine
Board of Directors
Pastor Curtis Johnson
Board of Directors
MEMBERS AT LARGE
Dalinda Brown
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Anglia Perry
Christopher Smith
Regina Wells
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Moniika Scott- Rogers
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Shaniq Keys
Cassie Francis
Shakevia Dewalt
Meg Jones
Schuyler Jackson
Lisa Goins
Julius Renrick
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Vaughn Newman
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Brandon Groves
Whitney Graves
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Tracy McBride
Success Stories
Our vision is to become a leading Black theatre institution in the Southeast and beyond—one that preserves cultural legacy, champions new voices, and produces work that is artistically excellent, socially relevant, and emotionally unforgettable.
Our Core Initiatives
Theatre Rooted in Black Excellence
Legacy
Honoring the shoulders we stand on
We believe our work is part of a continuum. Showtime Legacy Theatre Company honors the pioneers, storytellers, ancestors, and cultural architects who paved the way for Black theatre, Black art, and Black expression. We recognize that every story we tell is informed by history—by the struggles, triumphs, faith, creativity, and resilience of those who came before us.
Our productions intentionally preserve cultural memory while passing it forward, ensuring that Black stories are not erased, diluted, or forgotten—but celebrated, protected, and carried into future generations.
Excellence
Professional, high-quality productions
Excellence is not optional—it is our standard. We are committed to producing theatre that meets and exceeds professional industry benchmarks in performance, direction, design, storytelling, and production value.
We believe Black stories deserve the same level of care, investment, and artistic rigor as any major stage production. From rehearsal rooms to opening night, we hold ourselves accountable to quality, preparation, and discipline—because excellence honors both the audience and the artists.
Authenticity
Stories told truthfully and boldly
We tell stories that are real, layered, and unapologetic. Showtime Legacy Theatre Company is committed to presenting narratives that reflect the full spectrum of Black life—its beauty, contradictions, pain, humor, faith, and power—without compromise or caricature.
Our work is grounded in lived experience and cultural truth. We do not soften stories for comfort or dilute them for approval. Instead, we embrace bold storytelling that invites reflection, sparks conversation, and resonates deeply with those who see themselves on stage.
Community &Opportunity
Theatre made with the people, not just for them
Community is at the heart of everything we do. Showtime Legacy Theatre Company believes theatre is a shared experience—one that thrives when artists, audiences, and neighborhoods are part of the process.
We actively engage local voices through partnerships, talkbacks, educational programming, outreach initiatives, and collaborative creation. Our goal is to make theatre accessible, inclusive, and reflective of the communities we serve—ensuring that people don’t just attend the work, but feel ownership in it.
We are committed to building pathways—not gatekeeping them. Showtime Legacy Theatre Company intentionally creates opportunities for Black actors, directors, playwrights, designers, and emerging creatives to develop their craft, gain professional experience, and be seen.
Through productions, training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities, we work to remove barriers and open doors. Our aim is not only to spotlight talent, but to cultivate sustainable careers and empower artists to lead, create, and thrive within the theatrical landscape.