Black Is The Color Of My Voice Theatre Tickets

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

‘Moving portrayal of determination and survival.’ ★★★★ Times

‘Nothing short of sensational… will make you cheer for her, smile with her andthen sting your eyes with tears’ ★★★★★ Broadway Baby

‘A compelling and heartbreaking story, punctuated with bursts of song.’ ★★★★ Edinburgh Festival Magazine

Show Information

Booking from: 2026-01-19

Booking until: 2026-03-02

Running Time: 1hr 15 mins.

Theatre Information

Theatre: Duchess Theatre

Address: 3-5 Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5LA

Directions:

(5mins) Go right on Long Acre; turn right into Bow Street and after 100 metres turn left (Russell Street) then immediately right onto Catherine Street, where the theatre is located 100 metres down.

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