Bessie Smith
Birth Place: Chattanooga, TN, USA
Latest News on Bessie Smith:
Cabaret Roundup: January 5-11- Ann Hampton Callaway, John McWhorter & More (Jan 5, 2026)
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; 42ND STREET Leads Best Musical! (Dec 29, 2025)
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Weathervane Playhouse Leads Favorite Theatre! (Dec 22, 2025)
Cabaret Roundup: January 5-11- Ann Hampton Callaway, John McWhorter & More (Jan 5, 2026)
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; 42ND STREET Leads Best Musical! (Dec 29, 2025)
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Weathervane Playhouse Leads Favorite Theatre! (Dec 22, 2025)
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Video: Watch an All New Trailer For A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN in London
by Stephi Wild - 2024-04-11 08:38:06
Video: Jennifer Holliday Performs 'And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going' From DREAMGIRLS on TAMRON HALL
by Michael Major - 2023-03-15 16:48:13
VIDEO: Meet The Women Of BLUES IN THE NIGHT At Porchlight Music Theatre
by Alan Henry - 2022-02-23 14:39:34
VIDEO: Sneak Peek of BLUES IN THE NIGHT at Ebony Reptertory Theatre
by Gigi Gervais - 2021-11-20 11:12:29
Newly Formed Pike & Sutton Team Up With Blues Traveler's John Popper for 'New Year's Resolution'
by Abigail Charpentier - 2019-12-06 09:39:38
TV: First Look at BroadwayHD's Teaser for A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN Before its Release on 1/19
by BroadwayWorld TV - 2019-01-10 10:36:26
Visual Artist FdlM Pays Pictorial Tribute to Iconic Women on Women's History Month
by Julie Musbach - 2018-03-05 17:18:42
STAGE TUBE: A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN - Mary Bridget Davies on Good Day LA
by Christina Mancuso - 2015-07-20 10:46:52
VIDEO: First Trailer for HBO's Bessie Smith Biopic, Starring Queen Latifah
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-04-03 15:12:20
STAGE TUBE: First Teaser for HBO's Bessie Smith Biopic, Starring Queen Latifah
by Tyler Peterson - 2015-03-13 15:29:42
TV Exclusive: Meet the 2014 Tony Nominees- Mary Bridget Davies on Crying 'Happy Tears' Over Her Nomination
by Nicole Rosky - 2014-05-03 14:00:02
AUDIO: First Listen - Jennifer Holliday's THE SONG IS YOU, Out Jan 21
by BWW News Desk - 2013-12-28 11:51:46
STAGE TUBE: Mary Bridget Davies Talks A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN on ABC's WORLD NEWS NOW
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-12-19 15:58:52
STAGE TUBE: Cast of A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN Performs 'Spirit in the Dark' on 'WENDY WILLIAMS'
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-12-12 14:11:40
STAGE TUBE: A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN's Mary Bridget Davies Rocks GOOD DAY NEW YORK
by Tyler Peterson - 2013-11-14 15:45:53
TV: Chatting with the Company of A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN on Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-10-12 09:00:02
TV: On the Red Carpet at A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN's Opening Night!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-10-11 17:05:27
News
Cabaret Roundup: January 5-11- Ann Hampton Callaway, John McWhorter & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 5, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including understudies and standbys from current hit Broadway shows, a reconstruction of a rare early Broadway show presented by renouned writer and linguist John McWhorter and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 5, 2026
Here are a few top picks to consider this week including understudies and standbys from current hit Broadway shows, a reconstruction of a rare early Broadway show presented by renouned writer and linguist John McWhorter and more.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; 42ND STREET Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Final Weeks to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Weathervane Playhouse Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 22, 2025
We're in the final weeks to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Opera Memphis Will Receive National Endowment For The Arts Grant For America250 Projects
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Opera Memphis has been awarded a National Endowment for the Arts grant as part of the America250 initiative. The funding will support two performances honoring American cultural figures during the company’s 2025–2026 season.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Opera Memphis has been awarded a National Endowment for the Arts grant as part of the America250 initiative. The funding will support two performances honoring American cultural figures during the company’s 2025–2026 season.
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; 42ND STREET Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 15, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; Sunbury Performing Arts Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025
The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards; AMERICAN IDIOT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025
The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Columbus Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Penguin Rep Presents World Premiere of FLAWLESS
by Emmy Rice - Sep 14, 2025
Penguin Rep Theatre, under the leadership of Joe Brancato, founding Artistic Director, and Andrew M. Horn, Executive Director, presents the world premiere of Flawless, a new play by John J. Wooten, Friday, September 26 through Sunday, October 19 in Stony Point, New York.
by Emmy Rice - Sep 14, 2025
Penguin Rep Theatre, under the leadership of Joe Brancato, founding Artistic Director, and Andrew M. Horn, Executive Director, presents the world premiere of Flawless, a new play by John J. Wooten, Friday, September 26 through Sunday, October 19 in Stony Point, New York.
Full Cast Set for A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN at Bell Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025
The full cast has been revealed for A Night with Janis Joplin, starring and co-directed by Mary Bridget Davies, which runs at Bell Theater. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2025
The full cast has been revealed for A Night with Janis Joplin, starring and co-directed by Mary Bridget Davies, which runs at Bell Theater. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Review: Catherine Russell Honors the Classics with CAT AND THE HOUNDS at Birdland
by Lydia. Rose - Sep 11, 2025
Catherine Russell leads the Jazz Hounds band on a trip through jazz history. This 9/3 show celebrated the release of her new album with Colin Hancock and the Jazz Hounds featuring older gems from jazz history.
by Lydia. Rose - Sep 11, 2025
Catherine Russell leads the Jazz Hounds band on a trip through jazz history. This 9/3 show celebrated the release of her new album with Colin Hancock and the Jazz Hounds featuring older gems from jazz history.
SFJAZZ Expands 2025/26 Season With Madeleine Peyroux and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
SFJAZZ has expanded its 2025/26 Season with three newly added performances, including additional concerts by vocalist Madeleine Peyroux and more. See the full lineup here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 21, 2025
SFJAZZ has expanded its 2025/26 Season with three newly added performances, including additional concerts by vocalist Madeleine Peyroux and more. See the full lineup here!
Photos: LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL World Premiere at Phoenix Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Jack Viertel’s world premiere musical, LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: A New Orleans Gumbo, opens tonight at the Phoenix Theatre Company. See photos here and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Jack Viertel’s world premiere musical, LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: A New Orleans Gumbo, opens tonight at the Phoenix Theatre Company. See photos here and learn more!
Juilliard Unveils 2025-26 Season Featuring Over 700 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025
Juilliard has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring an array of world premiere commissions and fresh interpretations of iconic works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025
Juilliard has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring an array of world premiere commissions and fresh interpretations of iconic works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL: A NEW ORLEANS GUMBO to Make World Premiere at The Phoenix Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2025
Let the Good Times Roll: A New Orleans Gumbo, a new musical conceived by Tony winner Jack Viertel, premieres August 6–31, 2025 at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Directed by Sara Edwards with music by Sonny Paladino. Tickets now available.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 8, 2025
Let the Good Times Roll: A New Orleans Gumbo, a new musical conceived by Tony winner Jack Viertel, premieres August 6–31, 2025 at The Phoenix Theatre Company. Directed by Sara Edwards with music by Sonny Paladino. Tickets now available.
Photos: Montego Glover Steps In as 'Mama Rose' in GYPSY
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 30, 2025
Tony Award nominee Montego Glover (Memphis, Into the Woods) begins her star turn as “Rose” in six-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe’s critically acclaimed production of GYPSY. Check out a first look at Glover as Rose here!
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 30, 2025
Tony Award nominee Montego Glover (Memphis, Into the Woods) begins her star turn as “Rose” in six-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe’s critically acclaimed production of GYPSY. Check out a first look at Glover as Rose here!
Interview: K.J. Hippensteel And Brooke Jacob of WAITRESS at Short North Stage
by Paul Batterson - Jun 29, 2025
Brooke Jacob is the first to admit her storyline is a bit unusual in the Short North Stage’s production of WAITRESS, which runs July 10-Aug. 10 at the Garden Theatre.
by Paul Batterson - Jun 29, 2025
Brooke Jacob is the first to admit her storyline is a bit unusual in the Short North Stage’s production of WAITRESS, which runs July 10-Aug. 10 at the Garden Theatre.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Bessie Smith been in?
Bessie Smith has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.
How many West End shows has Bessie Smith been in?
Bessie Smith has not appeared in the West End.
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