*EVENT*
- EVENTS TEAM
- Jan 13
- 1 min read
BLACK IS THE
COLOUR OF MY VOICE
THE HEXAGON
SUN 2 MARCH, 7.30pm
Inspired by the life of Nina Simone, and featuring many of her most iconic songs performed live.
Apphia Campbell’s acclaimed play follows a successful singer and civil rights activist as she seeks redemption after the untimely death of her father. She 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.
The show has toured the UK to standing ovations and played sell-out seasons in Shanghai, New York, Edinburgh and the West End of London.
Winner: Best Theatre Award, Adelaide Fringe 2024
‘Moving portrayal of determination and survival.’★★★★ Times
‘Nothing short of sensational… will make you cheer for her, smile with her and then sting your eyes with tears’
★★★★★ Broadway Baby
‘A compelling and heartbreaking story, punctuated with bursts of song.’
★★★★ Edinburgh Festival Magazine
£30.50, £27.50
Box Office 0118 960 6060
The HexagonQueens WalkReading RG1 1QF
Box Office 0118 960 6060
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