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Black Is The Color Of My Voice

01 Oct 2025

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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 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

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Running Time:  70 minutes (no interval)

Age Guidance: Recommended 12+. Children under 3 will not be admitted.

Friends of the Grand Sixteen25


Access Information:

Wheelchair positions can be booked by calling the Box Office on weekdays between 2pm-6pm – 01902 42 92 12 OR online by joining our access register.

REVIEWS

Moving portrayal of determination and survival

The 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

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