About Black Is The Color Of My Voice
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.
Performed by Apphia Campbell, the show has toured the UK and Australia 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
Nothing short of sensational… will make you cheer for her, smile with her and then sting your eyes with tears
A compelling and heartbreaking story, punctuated with bursts of song
Moving portrayal of determination and survival
Powerful and timely... utterly mesmerising
Please note Raquel Jones is ill, Apphia Campbell, the creator and original performer of the show, will be performing instead.