NINA SIMONE – A Musical Life (ADELAIDE FRINGE 2023) – City

‘Let this show put a spell on you’

Opening Night is International Women’s Day in Hindmarsh Square – Wonderland Festival Hub.

Celebrating Nina Simone. Goddess of Piano and High Priestess of Soul.

Nina was never afraid to use her music and lyrics to challenge hearts and change minds. Born in 1933, she was playing the piano by four years of age. By the early 50s, she was singing in New York City jazz clubs. Mesmerizing audiences with her unique style blending popular gospel, folk, blues songs and classical elements, leaving an indelible mark on the world. Bringing to the stage her most memorable songs’ Please Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood,’ ‘Sinnerman’ ‘Four Women’ ‘Little Liza Jane’ ‘Feelin’ Good’ ‘My Baby Just Cares for Me’ and more.

Performed by Bonnie Lee Galea’s JAZZ in CHEEK Quartet
Bonnie Lee Galea on voice
Richard Coates on keys
Quinton Dunne on double bass
Steve Todd on drums and percussion.

Five shows during the Fringe.

Three shows at Wonderland Festival Hub in the Empire Cabaret Theatre / Hindmarsh Square for Adelaide Fringe (plus two other performances at alternative locations, Marion and Spalding)

Book tickets early so as not to miss out.