The Book

Meet Hollywood The Band, a fictional five member ensemble of rockers who, along with their manager, make up the core of the ensemble cast in this story set in the 1970’s. Two musicians; one a political activist and ex-hippie, the other gay; meet at a political rally in college and eventually decide to form a rock band. They are joined by an ex junkie; a former black activist and ex-Marine; and a strong, independent, liberated ex biker chic. They add a drug dealer and ex-Vietnam Vet and POW who becomes their manager.

Experience with them the emotional and personal struggles they encounter on their road to success. Learn with them the inner workings of the music business and what it really takes to make it. The stage is set in the context of history and the backdrop of times and places as many important themes and issues are addressed through its characters, events, and experiences. This is a true Hollywood story in which music is the common thread.