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Ray J. Pope

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CEO of Equinox Media Global & Equinox Entertainment
@equinoxmedia1
Manager of stars
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Wow. What can I say about this wonderful group of people. Amidst changes, pivots, spirit passions and discussions, we STILL had an awesome and amazing tour!! This was super amazing and I could NOT have done it without this awesome band amazing group of people. Thank you thank you thank you from the bottom of my heart to @heyyy_miss_parker @mh_iyn @jcoreas77 @alanamelanin @channel_sean @seanobreezy84 @followdja1 @roseygloom @nyasia.monroe @irisburruss …. THANK YOU for making this last leg of this tour so super amazing. All of you! I’m forever grateful. Also thank you to all others who have been involved in this show and have been a part from the beginning. @thericorobinson @lovingsongstress85 @thatotheralyssa @officially_anastasiaaa #djturtle Bittersweet but this was the last planned show of the year! Hopefully we will see everyone in another city in 2027! by @therealrayjpope

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We had a great time at REAL LOVE: The Ultimate 90’s R&B Experience with @thereal5starr & @rellshouse 🪩 taken in Uptown Alley Richmond by @therealrayjpope

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🔥 CHARLOTTESVILLE… THIS IS YOUR SHOT! 🔥

After SOLD OUT shows in St. Louis, Nashville, and Chicago, we’re bringing the party to Charlottesville for ONE NIGHT ONLY!

🎭 RISE UP! – A Live Hamilton Sing-Along Experience isn’t a musical… it’s an EXPERIENCE.

🎤 Sing at the top of your lungs.
💃🏽 Dance with your friends.
🙌🏾 Celebrate 250 years of America with the music that changed Broadway forever.

Whether you know every lyric or just love an unforgettable night out, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

📍 The Southern Café & Music Hall
📅 Saturday, July 25
🚪 Doors: 7:30 PM
🎶 Show: 8:00 PM

🎟️ Get your tickets now through The Southern/Ticketmaster:
https://www.thesoutherncville.com/events/detail/rise-up-a-hamilton-tribute

Tag the people you’re bringing with you! 👇🏾

Don’t throw away your shot, Charlottesville. Let’s make this one unforgettable.
@southerncville @therealrayjpope @equinoxmedia1 @viralvirginia @blackcville
#RiseUpShow #Charlottesville #ViralVA #TheSouthern #HamiltonFans Broadway BroadwayInVirginia CharlottesvilleEvents VirginiaEvents LiveMusic SingAlong taken in The Southern Cafe and Music Hall by @therealrayjpope

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Happy Birthday to my beautiful daughter, my @tianarae_ ! ❤️🎂

Watching you grow into the incredible woman you are today has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. Your strength, your heart, your kindness, and your determination continue to make me proud every single day.

No matter how old you get, you’ll always be my little girl. I pray this new year brings you peace, joy, favor, opportunities, and every blessing God has in store for you. Never stop believing in yourself, because I never will.

Keep shining, keep smiling, and keep being unapologetically YOU.

Happy Birthday, Tiana! Daddy loves you more than words could ever express. ❤️🎉🎈🎁🙏🏽 by @therealrayjpope

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It’s someone special’s birthday today!! 🎉 (Actually TWO amazing people are celebrating today—but each deserves their own post!)

Happy Birthday to the queen of my heart, @heyyy_miss_parker. ❤️👑

From the day I met you, you’ve inspired me, challenged me, and helped me grow in ways I never imagined. We’ve had our share of ups and downs, but every season has only made us stronger.

I’m so proud of the woman you are, everything you’ve accomplished, and the incredible future that’s ahead of you. Whether everyone sees it or not, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing your journey firsthand, and I’m thankful for every moment.

Happy Birthday, my love. Here’s to celebrating you today and making many more amazing memories together.

I love you to life! ❤️🎂🎉🥂✨🙏🏽😘 taken in Newport News, Virginia by @therealrayjpope

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🎤🔥 CHARLOTTESVILLE… ARE YOU READY?! 🔥🎤

One of the most exciting audience experiences is coming to Southern Café & Music Hall on Saturday, July 25!

RISE UP: A Live Hamilton Sing-Along Experience isn’t just a show… it’s a PARTY! 🎶

Sing at the top of your lungs, dance in your seat, and experience the music that changed Broadway in an unforgettable night filled with powerhouse vocals, incredible energy, and surprises you won’t see coming.

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of the show instead of just watching it… this is YOUR night!

📍 Southern Café & Music Hall
📅 Saturday, July 25, 2026
🚪 Doors: 7:30 PM
🎭 Show: 8:00 PM

After multiple SOLD OUT performances in St. Louis, Nashville, and Chicago, Charlottesville is next! Don’t wait until the last minute—grab your friends, your family, your theater crew, and anyone who loves Broadway, great music, and an amazing night out.

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://www.thesoutherncville.com/events/detail/rise-up-a-hamilton-tribute

Don’t throw away your shot!

#RiseUpLive #CharlottesvilleEvents #HamiltonFans #Broadway #BroadwayLovers SingAlong LiveMusic SouthernCafeAndMusicHall VirginiaEvents ThingsToDoInCharlottesville @blackcville @bpncville @southerncville @therealrayjpope @equinoxmedia1 @charlottesvilleva @charlottesvilleinsider taken in The Southern Cafe and Music Hall by @therealrayjpope

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THE PROOF IS IN THE PARTY. 🔥

This isn’t just a show…
It’s a room full of people singing, dancing, laughing, and celebrating together.

That’s the energy headed to Charlottesville.

🎭 RISE UP: A Live Hamilton Sing-Along Experience
📍 Southern Café & Music Hall
📅 Saturday, July 25
https://www.thesoutherncville.com
Watch the video. Turn up the volume.

Then imagine yourself in the room.

Charlottesville… are you ready?

🎟️ Get your tickets now before everyone else decides they don’t want to miss the party.

The proof is in the party.

#RiseUpLive #Charlottesville #SouthernCafe #HamiltonSingAlong #Broadway LiveEntertainment VirginiaEvents TheProofIsInTheParty @southerncville @therealrayjpope @equinoxmedia1 by @therealrayjpope

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What a weekend. ❤️

Thank you to everyone across the Midwest who came out, sang your hearts out, danced with us, and made this an unforgettable tour. Seeing three incredible audiences fill the room means more than we can express.

A special thank you to the amazing teams at @citywinerystl @citywinerynsh @citywinerychi for your hospitality, partnership, and belief in what we’re building. You helped make way for an experience we’ll never forget.

To our cast, crew, musicians, DJ, volunteers, and every single fan—thank you for making Rise Up something truly special.

Three cities. Three sold-out shows. Countless memories.

We’ll see you again soon. ❤️✨ #RiseUpExperience #SoldOut #CityWinery #ThankYou #HamiltonFans @therealrayjpope @heyyy_miss_parker @equinoxmedia1 @followdja1 @roseygloom @jcoreas77 @alanamelanin @lovingsongstress85 @thericorobinson @seanobreezy84 @sean.creative.life @mh_iyn @thatotheralyssa by @therealrayjpope

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@nashvilletn you showed up! 🥂🎭

Just before our SOLD OUT Sunday Brunch at @citywinerynsh City Winery Nashville @followdja1 had the room vibing and the energy was already through the roof. From the moment the doors opened, you could feel it was going to be a special afternoon.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, sang along, laughed, danced, and made this brunch one we’ll never forget. Your love and energy made this stop on the Rise Up tour truly unforgettable.

Here’s to sold-out rooms, unforgettable moments, and the incredible cities that continue to embrace this experience. ❤️

Next stop… Chicago TONIGHT!

#RiseUpLive #SundayBrunch #SoldOut #CityWineryNashville #Nashville DJA1 BroadwaySingAlong BroadwayUnplugged LiveEntertainment TourLife @equinoxmedia1 @therealrayjpope by @therealrayjpope

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@CHICAGO ❤️ What an incredible way to kick off our sold-out show! Before the music, we had to stop by @jakes_pup , where they absolutely blessed the Rise Up crew with amazing Chicago-style food and these awesome shirts. 🙌🏾 Thank you for the incredible hospitality, the delicious meal, and for making us feel right at home. We appreciate you more than you know!

Now… it’s time for a SOLD OUT show at @citywinerychi Chicago! 🎭🎶🔥

#RiseUpLive #Chicago #SoldOut #CityWineryChicago #JakesChicago ChicagoStyle TourLife Grateful BroadwayUnplugged @therealrayjpope @equinoxmedia1 taken in Chicago, Illinois by @therealrayjpope

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#grateful #thankyou by @therealrayjpope

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Real Love is calling… ☎️💛
90’s R&B hits, live band, all the vibes + afterparty 🔥

🎟️ Grab your tickets on Eventbrite before they’re gone. taken in Uptown Alley Richmond by @therealrayjpope

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