OVERVIEW
Inspired by Nina Simone, this powerful solo show traces a singer’s journey from prodigy to activist. Featuring live performances of iconic songs, it is a moving tribute to resilience, artistry, and justice.
RUN TIME
75 mins
SHOW TIMES
7/17 @ 7:00 PM
7/18 @ 7:00 PM
7/19 @ 7:45 PM
7/18 @ 7:00 PM
7/19 @ 7:45 PM
VENUE FEATURES
ADA Accessible, Restrooms, Festival Box Office & Info
Mask Requirements
Masks are NOT required.
Late Seating Policy
Late seating is permitted any time during the performance.
AUDIENCE GUIDE
TYPE OF SHOW
Age recommendation
GENRE(S)
CONTENT ADVISORY
Abuse, Grief/Death, Racism/Racial Slur
SHOW SYNOPSIS & details
as submitted by the artist(s)
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live.
Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She reflects on the journey that took her from a young piano prodigy destined for a life in the service of the church, to a renowned jazz vocalist at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement.
The show has toured the UK and Australia to standing ovations and played sell-out seasons in Shanghai, New York, Edinburgh and the West End of London.
Winner: Best Theatre Award, Adelaide Fringe 2024
‘Moving portrayal of determination and survival.’ ★★★★ Times
‘Nothing short of sensational… will make you cheer for her, smile with her and then sting your eyes with tears’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby
‘A compelling and heartbreaking story, punctuated with bursts of song.’ ★★★★ Edinburgh Festival Magazine
Written and performed by Apphia Campbell
Apphia Campbell, performer
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