The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
Bessie Smith
Ma Rainey
Richard
Lucille
Jack Gee
William 'Pa' Rainey
John Hammond
Carl Van Vechten
Viola
Clarence
Young Bessie
Chorus Guy
Stagehand
'81' Theatre Owner
Miss Taylor
Rehearsal Director
Chorus Girl
Host
Theatergoer
2020
2008
2004
1999
1992
1997
1990
2007
2018
2012
2015
2010
1991
2026
2014
2019
2016
