Bonita Brisker as Billie Holiday
Charles S. Dutton in association with Vintage Hollywood presents “Bonita & Billie”, a cabaret show based on the life of Billie Holiday, will be performed by award-winning actress Bonita Brisker and hosted by celebrity friends, opens for a limited engagement at Vintage Hollywood Private Club located at 4000 W. Washington Blvd. (at 10th Ave.), Los Angeles, CA. Performances are scheduled for Saturday only, March 7, 14, 21, 28 at 8:00 pm.
The idea for this show was conceived when Ms. Brisker received high praise for her cameo performance as Billie Holiday in the production of North on South Central. “Uncanny”
“Bonita & Billie” is directed by Denise Yvonne Dowse. She is a three time winner of the Best Director Award. These awards include Dramalogue and NAACP. Her most recent being Malcolm Jamal -Warner’s one man show Love & Other Social Issues.
Musical direction by T.C. Campbell. Mr. Campbell has composed and conducted for such artists as Peabo Bryson, Jeffery Osborne, Cameo, and Della Reese.
Each Saturday night performance will be introduced by a different celebrity including Della Reese, Martin Landau, Kellita Smith and Charles S. Dutton who will also host the reception immediately following the performance.
Tickets are on sale now for $20 and reservations can be made by calling (323) 812-0447. Group discounts are available. For additional information call Karen T. Bolt at (310) 984-1549.
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