Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill

“Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill” by Lanie Robertson, starring Ernestine Jackson is a powerful musical play that centers on the life and career of legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday. It transferred to the Wisdom Bridge Theatre in Chicago.

Audio Commentary

Arnold Mittelman on "Lady Day at the Emerson's Bar and Grill"Arnold Mittelman on "Lady Day at the Emerson's Bar and Grill"
Season: 1988-1989
Venue: Encore Room

Collaborators

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Director

Playwright/Author

Casting

Stage Manager

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Lighting

Costume, Hair, Wardrobe

Sound Design

Musical Dir / Orchs / Arr etc.

Program

The program for Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill (Encore Room)

Photos

  • Scene from "Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill -- in the Encore Room" during the 1988-1989 season.

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