Witness one of Billie Holiday’s last performances in Theater West End's Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill

The time is 1959. The place is a seedy bar in Philadelphia. The audience is about to witness one of Billie Holiday’s last performances, given four months before her death.

Step into an intimate, soulful evening with the legendary Billie Holiday, as she shares her life stories and sings her most iconic songs in a captivating and raw performance.

Directed by Ayò Jeriah Demps and starring Desiree Montes as Billie Holiday, Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill is the latest production from Theater West End, taking place from September 13 - 29, 2024.

The time is 1959. The place is a seedy bar in Philadelphia. The audience is about to witness one of Billie Holiday’s last performances, given four months before her death. More than a dozen musical numbers are interlaced with salty, often humorous reminiscences to project a riveting portrait of the lady and her music.

Theater West End is a vibrant performing arts venue located in the historic downtown of Sanford, Florida. We specialize in bringing a diverse array of live theater productions to the community, offering educational programs in the arts, and hosting a variety of events that cater to audiences of all ages. Our commitment is to provide high-quality entertainment and to be a welcoming space for creativity and connection.

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