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The Devil's Music

First Preview: Oct 23, 2014
Opening Date: Nov 8, 2014
Closing Date: Nov 9, 2014
Running Time: 01:20
The Devil's Music

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Playing @
Kingsborough Community College
2001 Oriental Blvd., Brookyn, NY 11235

This Drama Desk-nominated musical play delivers an electrifying, unforgettable, and surprisingly touching portrait of the "Empress of the Blues" that explodes with the best of the songs that she made famous, including "St. Louis Blues," "Baby Doll," and "Tain't Nobody's Bizness If I Do."

Sexy and racy, Blues singer Bessie Smith was the definition of a Red Hot Mamma and the most successful entertainer of her time. On the eve of her tragic death in 1937, Bessie takes center stage in a Memphis "buffet flat." Now, among friends, she tells the story of her amazing life, career, her loves and losses cuz
 Nobody Knows You When You're Down and Out.

A Musical Play by Angelo Parra
Musical Direction and Arrangements by Miche Braden

 
Conceived and Directed by Joe Brancato
Starring Miche Braden

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8th @ 8 PM

RegionalMusicalPlay - DramaRegional
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 13
Audience Advisory: Post-performance discussion with the director and cast

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Reviews

  • "One of the top-ten Off-Broadway experiences!"

    ----- New York Daily News
  • "The defiant energy and musical brilliance of 'the Empress' shines through in this affectionate portrayal."

    ------ The Wall Street Journal
  • "One of the top-ten Off-Broadway experiences!"

    ----- New York Daily News
  • "The defiant energy and musical brilliance of 'the Empress' shines through in this affectionate portrayal."

    ------ The Wall Street Journal

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