In today's New York Times Arts Beat 'In Performance' video, jazz singer Dee Dee Bridgewater, who portrays Billie Holiday in the new musical "Lady Day," a bio-drama that featuring works from the Holiday's career, sings "A Foggy Day in London Town," written by George Gershwin, with lyrics by Ira Gershwin. "Lady Day," written and directed by Stephen Stahl, is currently playing at the Little Shubert Theater. (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th and 10th Avenues) Click here to watch!
Along with Ms. Bridgewater, David Ayers (Wicked and SILENCE!) in the role of "Robert," Billie Holiday's Manager and newcomer Rafael Pouerietin the role of the "Assistant Stage manager" as well as James Cammack(veteran bass player for legendary jazz pianist Ahmad Jamal), Jerome Jennings(performer & drummer for Benny Golson andSonny Rollins),Neil Johnson (acclaimed tenor sax player for his international style) andBill Jolly (three-time Emmy Award winning pianist/composer/arranger) in the roles of the onstage musicians, complete the acting ensemble.