Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill

Oct 8 – Oct 27, 2024

Written byLanie Robertson

Musical arrangements byDanny Holgate

Directed byNedra Dixon

Located atCopaken Stage

Step into the smoky allure of this Tony Award-winning play and go on a spellbinding journey through the life and music of the iconic Billie Holiday.

Step back into time and immerse yourself in the soulful atmosphere of Emerson’s Bar and Grill, where every note resonates with the magic of Lady Day. Featuring a selection of Billie Holiday’s most well-known songs including “Strange Fruit” and “God Bless the Child” performed live, the magic of this night will echo through your soul as you experience the highs and lows of her extraordinary journey. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience that celebrates the enduring legacy of one of the greatest jazz vocalists of all time and secure your tickets now for a night of jazz, blues, and the timeless magic of Billie Holiday.

Content Advisory: Please be aware this production contains depictions of drug and alcohol use, and references to sexual violence, racism, and racial violence including the use of racial slurs. It is recommended for ages 14 and up. This performance is approximately 90 minutes long with no intermission.

Click here to read the performance program.

Why you Should See LADY DAY AT EMERSON’S BAR AND GRILL

Because this music-filled production celebrates visceral, full-spirited artist and performer Billie Holiday. Escape to Emerson’s Bar and Grill for an evening of soulful jazz and story.

Join us for Music Fridays!

We are excited to have Kansas City-based jazz French horn and piano player Loren Broaddus playing in our lobby before our Friday performances of Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill! Loren is currently finishing his master’s degree in jazz studies at UMKC. He has played the piano for 17 years and the horn for 11, and has led his own groups in Kansas City.

Get tickets to any of our Friday shows and come early to enjoy Loren!