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[Broadway, 2014]
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Awards and Nominations


winner
- 1993 - Most promising musical theatre librettist

Lanie Robertson


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1987 - Best Off Broadway Book

Lanie Robertson, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill

News


LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL to be Presented at MusicalFare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 5, 2026

Written by Lanie Robertson and directed by Thembi Duncan, with music direction by George Caldwell, MusicalFare’s 2023 smash-hit returns—this time to the Shea’s Smith Theatre stage.
Phoenix Theatre Ensemble Announces Award Winners for 4th Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack
by Gillian Blum - Dec 28, 2025

Phoenix Theatre Ensemble announced the 2025 award recipients for the Fourth Annual Phoenix Festival: Live Arts in Nyack, a multi-week curated performing arts festival featuring theatre, music, comedy, and dance.
COME FROM AWAY and More Set for Ivoryton Playhouse 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 26, 2025

In 2026, Ivoryton Playhouse will present a very special season, an American celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
Photos: Inside Opening Night of MURDOCH: THE FINAL INTERVIEW at Theater555
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Sep 29, 2025

Masterworks Theater Company and Eric Krebs Theatrical Management are presenting the world premiere of MURDOCH: The Final Interview, a provocative new American play written by an unnamed source. Check out photos from inside opening night!
Arvada Center to Present LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL
by Michael Major - Sep 3, 2025

The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities’s Black Box Theatre will turn into an immersive cabaret as it celebrates the music of Billie Holiday with Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, the second production in the Arvada Center’s 2025-2026 season.
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL to Close Stageworks Theatre Season 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 22, 2025

Stageworks Theatre will close its 2024-2025 season with Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill, a powerful play with music that brings the story and songs of legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday to stage. Learn more!
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR & GRILL at The Black Theatre Troupe
by Herbert Paine - Mar 30, 2025

See The Black Theatre Troupe's staging of LADY DAY, not just for the music, not just for the history, but to witness a piece of theater that doesn’t just tell a story—it makes you feel every note of it.
FROZEN, COME FROM AWAY And More Announced for Arvada Center 50th Anniversary Theatre Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2025

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities will celebrate their 50th anniversary with a 2025-2026 Theatre Season. Get full details on the lineup and more!
Cast Set For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Gulfshore Playhouse
by Stephi Wild - Feb 27, 2025

Tracey Conyer Lee will star as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill, a play by Lanie Robertson and featuring the music of Billie Holiday.
Review: LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL Makes Impressive Return to Merrimack Repertory Theatre
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 17, 2025

What did our critic think of LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL at Merrimack Repertory Theatre?
Kansas City Repertory Theatre Announces Cast For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 7, 2024

Kansas City Repertory Theatre has announced the cast for LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR AND GRILL, running from October 8-27, 2024 at Copaken Stage, exploring the life and music of Billie Holiday.
THE COLOR PURPLE & More Set for Black Theatre Troupe 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 6, 2024

Black Theatre Troupe has revealed its 2024-25 lineup, marking its 55th season! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre Reveals 2024-25 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 21, 2024

Merrimack Repertory Theatre has announced its slate of productions for the 2024-2025 season. The 46th season will include seven plays. Learn more about the lineup here!
THE ART OF CARE World Premiere & More Set for Mosaic Theater Company 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 10, 2024

Mosaic Theater Company is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a season centering iconic artists and new plays. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces Three New Programs To Make Theater More Family Accessible
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO is implementing changes to make theater more accessible for families. Discover how they're removing barriers and promoting inclusivity in the world of Broadway.
Playwrights' Arena Honors Denise Blasor, Gregg Daniel, And C. Raul Espinoza At Annual Brunch Gala At LA LGBT Center
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2024

Join Playwrights' Arena for their Annual Gala on April 28, 2024. Celebrate the art of playwriting and support the development of new plays in this festive event.
Pittsburgh CLO Announces WEST SIDE STORY And More For 2024 Summer Season
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 19, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO has your summer mapped out promising an array of captivating productions across the city's Cultural District. Pittsburgh CLO continues their long-standing commitment of creating Broadway caliber shows made by Pittsburgh, for Pittsburgh, and in partnership with Pittsburgh.
RUSSIAN TROLL FARM Extended At Vineyard Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024

Russian Troll Farm: A Workplace Comedy by Obie Award winner Sarah Gancher, will now play until March 3, 2024, at Vineyard Theatre (108 E. 15th Street).

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Lanie Robertson written?

Lanie Robertson has written 1 shows including Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill (Bookwriter).

What awards has Lanie Robertson been nominated for?

Most promising musical theatre librettist () for and Best Off Broadway Book (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill.

What awards has Lanie Robertson won?

Lanie Robertson won the Most Promising Musical Theatre Librettist award and received the Best Off Broadway Book award from the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill.

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