The Devil's Music
The Life and Blues of Bessie Smith

January 24 - February 22, 2020
Time traveling comic thriller.
By: Angelo Parra
Musical Arrangements by: Miche Braden
Conceived and Originally Staged by: Joe Brancato
Directed by: Darryl V. Jones

Memphis, 1937. Transport yourself for one electrifying evening with Bessie Smith, as she recounts the incredible journey of her life and career, her loves and losses, and the songs that made her the show-stopping "Empress of the Blues."

This musical celebration is packed with Bessie's legendary hits, "I Ain't Got Nobody," "St. Louis Blues" and "T'ain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do."

 
CREATIVE TEAM

Directed by Darryl V. Jones
Musical Direction by Kevin Little
Scenic Design by Richard Olmsted+
Costume Design by Ulises Alcala+
Lighting Design by Kurt Landisman+
Sound Design by Cliff Caruthers+

+Member, United Scenic Artists
* Member, Actors Equity Association
THE CAST
Katrina Lauren McGraw*
as Bessie

 

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