Black is the Color of My Voice

Past event at Gilded Balloon

Wed 05 Aug

Entry from 6

Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, the show follows a jazz musician and civil rights activist called Mena Bordeaux as she undergoes a spiritual cleansing following the untimely death of her father. During a three day period of isolation without cigarettes, alcohol, or access to the outside world, Mena 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. 'Moving portrayal' (Times). ‘Excellent piece of theatre' (BroadwayWorld.com).
Venue

Gilded Balloon

Edinburgh EH8 9AJ

Gilded Balloon

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