In a seedy bar in South Philadelphia, legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday gives one of her last performances before her death in 1959. While indulging her talent as well as her addictions, she recalls her beginnings scrubbing steps in Baltimore through her rise to fame. Featuring more than a dozen songs that made Lady Day an American icon, including "God Bless the Child," "Strange Fruit," "Where Our Love Has Gone," and "Ain't Nobody's Business If I Do."

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Why go? For the spectacular Thomasina Petrus, who not only captures Billie Holiday’s voice but also her deep spirit.

Who will love this show? Lovers of classic blues, jazz, and triumphant women!