Billie Holiday News

Jaja's African Hair Braiding will begin previews tonight, Tuesday, September 12 and open on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre. Meet the cast of Jaja's African Hair Braiding here!

This production is almost as fabulous as Billie Holiday herself.

Check out the details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running September 11th - September 24th here!

Baltimore Center Stage has announced that Tony Award-nominated and Obie Award winning director Stevie Walker-Webb will join the company as Artistic Director. Learn more about when Walker-Webb will take over the role here!

Belvoir presents Tony-award winning hit Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill, a musical play about the life of jazz great Billie Holiday, starring AACTA Award-winner Zahra Newman, on from 14 September to 15 October 2023. 

651 ARTS - Brooklyn’s premier institution for the African Diasporic performing arts - will launch its Fall 2023 Season with DELIRIOUS Dances/Edisa Weeks’ epic performance trilogy 3 RITES: Life, Liberty, Happiness. See photos from inside the rehearsal room below!

A miniature masterpiece.

Kansas City Repertory Theatre opens its 60th Anniversary 2023-24 season with the timeless passionate tour-de-force, Cyrano de Bergerac, written by Edmond Rostand, freely adapted by Martin Crimp and directed by Associate Artistic Director Nelson T. Eusebio III. Performances run September 5 through 24, 2023, at Spencer Theatre.   

Discover the latest news from Lincoln Center Theater/LCT3 as they announce 'DAPHNE,' a captivating new play by Renae Simone Jarrett. Directed by Sarah Hughes, this highly anticipated production will be running at Lincoln Center Theater. Immerse yourself in the world premiere of 'DAPHNE' and witness the talent showcased at this renowned theater institution.

Rehearsals for Sinatra The Musical, the much anticipated brand new musical based on the life and career of the legend and cultural icon, began last week. Check out an all new video behind the scenes with Matt Doyle here!

Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, a Billie Holiday musical, is now at the New London Barn Playhouse, running from August 23rd - September 3rd.

Get ready to be captivated by the powerful and intimate performance of 'Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill' at New London Barn Playhouse. Experience the life and music of legendary singer Billie Holiday in this mesmerizing musical tribute.

As rehearsals for Sinatra The Musical, the much anticipated brand new musical based on the life and career of the legend and cultural icon began last week, new photographs taken during a workshop presentation of the show have been released.

Discover the exciting lineup of performances at The Prisma Health Fringe Festival this fall. From local talent to international acts, this festival promises a diverse and captivating experience for all entertainment enthusiasts.

Get ready to be transported into the world of Billie Holiday as Baltimore Center Stage presents Tanea Renee in the exclusive limited engagement of Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill. Don't miss the chance to witness the triumphs and heartbreaks of Billie Holiday's life through her unforgettable music.

Don't miss out on the exciting lineup of shows happening this fall at The Apollo Theater. From electrifying performances to unforgettable experiences, discover the must-see shows coming to The Apollo. Plan your visit and immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of this iconic venue.

Discover the nominations for the 55th Anniversary Jeff Awards for Equity Theater! Find out who made the cut and get ready for the highly anticipated awards ceremony.

Tickets are now on sale for the 2023/2024 season at Pittsburgh Public Theater (Artistic Director Marya Sea Kaminski, Managing Director Shaunda McDill).

Kansas City Repertory Theatre kicks off its 60th Anniversary Season with the timeless classic Cyrano de Bergerac. Get all the details on the cast and performance dates here.

Discover the compelling play 'Blood at the Root' by Dominique Morisseau at Open Fist Theatre Company. Don't miss out on this gripping production - find out more here.