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The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem

Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

February 14-16, & 20-23

It’s 1927 and Ma Rainey, also known as the "Mother of the Blues," is recording updated versions of some of her classic songs in a run-down studio in Chicago. Passionate and headstrong, Ma Rainey battles to maintain authority over her own music, even as her arrogant trumpet player, Levee, aspires to make a name for himself in the music industry.

Hanesbrands Theatre
209 North Spruce Street, Winston-Salem, NC, USA
At the corner of Spruce and Second St.
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$17-$27.50

2 hours

13+ (Theatrical fog/haze, Scenes of violence, Prop firearms, Adult language)

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