Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill Tickets

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This is one of the best shows I have ever seen. The acting was amazing and the singing sublime. It was harrowing but utterly compelling and has lived with me ever since I saw it. I cried all the way home.

H Reviewed on 21 August 2017 by Heather
London, United Kingdom

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I love the music of Billie Holliday it brought back memories of the film Lady Sings the Blues everything was so griping and found myself crying at the end

D Reviewed on 07 August 2017 by Deirdre
Bracknell, United Kingdom

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A fantastic and moving performance. Audra takes us on an emotional roller coaster of this tragic stars life. The dark moments are quickly forgotten by the superb singing. The stage atmosphere was recreated brilliantly. The show flies by and you leave the theatre touched as much by the story as the music. Great show.

A Reviewed on 31 July 2017 by Andrew
Ashford, United Kingdom

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J Reviewed on 30 July 2017 by Janet
Romford, United Kingdom

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Great story telling, great music.

T Reviewed on 30 July 2017 by Tony
Barnoldswick, United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 27 July 2017 by Mandy
Rochford, United Kingdom

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An excellent portrayal of the unforgettable lady day. The 3piece jazz musicians were fabulous and accompanied audra McDonald perfectly. The play stirs up your emotions and when it comes to an end it leaves you with a wow.

W Reviewed on 21 July 2017 by Wendy
Loughton, United Kingdom

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Adult material and language so not suitable for families. Ideal for jazz fans generally but definitely for anyone who wants and insight into the late, great Billie Holiday. Audra McDonald is just outstanding in her depiction of a great talent ruined by drink and drugs. She captured the voice and mannerisms so well and the onstage Holiday, clearly under the influence of drinks and drugs, was just perfectly measured. Really felt the pain of Billie Holiday's sad life through the narrative. Loved the music. All credit to the supporting jazz musicians but the accolades are all for Ms McDonald, who carried the show on her very able shoulders. What a performer!

J Reviewed on 21 July 2017 by Joan
Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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This is a no holds barred look at a musical legend. Holliday was a genius and her re-creator is little less. You will never hear a strange Fruit better sung by a living performer. No wonder that Audra McDoald won those six Tony awards.

T Reviewed on 20 July 2017 by Timothy
Chorleywood, United Kingdom

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A tragic story magnificently portrayed by Audra McDonald with excellent musical backing by the trio of musicians. Not an easy show to watch, but absolutely memorable.

Z Reviewed on 13 July 2017 by Zoe
Beckenham, United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 08 July 2017 by Michael
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Audra McDonald gives a flawless performance as Billy Holiday. We have seen her before in NYC and I had to keep reminding myself that I wasn't seeing Billy Holiday for real. It was achingly painful at times, wonderfully moving and a real treat. All ages should see this performance, not just Billy Holiday fans. Miss McDonald is able to adapt her voice to truly reflect the qualities that Billy Holiday possessed. We were blown away. Her bands supports her well. A great event all round.

B Reviewed on 07 July 2017 by Brian
London, United Kingdom

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I had goosebumps when i first head the voice of Audra McDonald and then throughout the evening. It was like Billie Holiday was singing and talking in front of us. If you want to relive a unique chance to experience an evening with the legendary singer and her band then dont miss this opportunity. Was one of the most memorable theater nights I have been to.

Z Reviewed on 03 July 2017 by Zoff
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Audra McDonald is doing the best job I've ever seen! Incredible acting, incredible singing. Billie Holiday is not easy to imitate or portray but Audra masters it 100%

J Reviewed on 27 June 2017 by Julia
Kilburn, United Kingdom