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Black, Bold & Beautiful at 54 Below
Dates: 7/23/2026
at 9:30 PM
📍 Theatre: 54 Below
254 W 54th St. Cellar
New York, NY 10019
Phone: (646) 476-3551
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This performance will also be livestreamed. For tickets and more information,click here. Black, Bold & Beautifulis a vibrant, electric evening honoring the voices, stories, and artistry of Black women. Part concert, part theater piece, and part celebration, this cabaret weaves together jazz, R&B, Broadway, gospel, spoken word, and comedy into a powerful tapestry of empowerment, vulnerability, and joy—the soulful sounds of sisterhood. Opening with Nina Simone’s “Four Women,” the night journeys through timeless classics like Billie Holiday’s “Stormy Weather” and Sarah Vaughan’s “Misty,” grooves with the sounds of Jill Scott and Esperanza Spalding, and soars with Broadway anthems fromThe Color PurpleandDreamgirls. Through music, storytelling, and humor, the show illuminates the resilience, brilliance, and heart of Black womanhood across generations. The cast features an extraordinary lineup of artists whose work spans Broadway stages, national tours, acclaimed regional theaters, cruise lines, national concert stages, television, and film. From the raw energy of Def Comedy Jam to the thoughtful insights of musical theatre educators at world-renowned institutions, these performers bring a breadth of talent and experience that ensures every moment shines. Black, Bold & Beautifulbrings together powerhouse vocalists, storytellers, and truth-tellers for an unforgettable evening of artistry and celebration. Come witness a night where every note, every laugh, and every story uplifts the beauty and strength of Black women—an experience not to be missed at 54 Below. Produced byDesirée DabneyandNesziahDennis, and directed by Dabney. Music direction byMara Smith. Piano by Smith. Featuring: Kamari BranchDesirée DabneyNesziah DennisSteph LyonsDee-D MillerJana Nicole PrentissAsé Micah TylerShawn Williamsand more stars to be announced! Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.
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