Apphia Campbell's play based on the life and songs of Nina Simone

Inspired by the life of jazz icon Nina Simone, Black Is The Color Of My Voice follows a successful singer and civil rights activist seeking redemption after the death of her father. Her grief provides an opportunity to reflect on the journey that took her from a 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 features a selection of classic tunes, including Feeling Good, I Put A Spell On You, Mississippi Goddamn, I Love You Porgy and See-Line Woman.

The show hastoured the UK to standing ovations and played sell-out seasons in Shanghai, New York, Edinburgh and the West End of London.

Photos ©Steve Ullathorne