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LIVESTREAM | Black, Bold, & Beautiful

A Celebration of Black Women Through Song, Spoken Word, and Storytelling

STREAMS LIVE JUL 23, 2026 AT 9:45PM ET

This event is being streamed online. To purchase tickets for the in-person event, click here.

Black, Bold & Beautiful is a vibrant, electric evening honoring the voices, stories, and artistry of Black women. Part concert, part theater piece, and part celebration, this cabaret weaves together jazz, R&B, Broadway, gospel, spoken word, and comedy into a powerful tapestry of empowerment, vulnerability, and joy—the soulful sounds of sisterhood.

Opening with Nina Simone’s “Four Women,” the night journeys through timeless classics like Billie Holiday’s “Stormy Weather” and Sarah Vaughan’s “Misty,” grooves with the sounds of Jill Scott and Esperanza Spalding, and soars with Broadway anthems from The Color Purple and Dreamgirls. Through music, storytelling, and humor, the show illuminates the resilience, brilliance, and heart of Black womanhood across generations.

The cast features an extraordinary lineup of artists whose work spans Broadway stages, national tours, acclaimed regional theaters, cruise lines, national concert stages, television, and film. From the raw energy of Def Comedy Jam to the thoughtful insights of musical theatre educators at world-renowned institutions, these performers bring a breadth of talent and experience that ensures every moment shines.

*Black, Bold & Beautiful *brings together powerhouse vocalists, storytellers, and truth-tellers for an unforgettable evening of artistry and celebration.

Come witness a night where every note, every laugh, and every story uplifts the beauty and strength of Black women—an experience not to be missed at 54 Below.

Produced by Desirée Dabney and Nesziah Dennis, and directed by Dabney. Music direction by Mara Smith. Piano by Smith.

Featuring:

Kamari Branch
Desirée Dabney
Nesziah Dennis
Steph Lyons
Dee-D Miller
Jana Nicole Prentiss
Asé Micah Tyler
Shawn Williams
and more stars to be announced!

Live from 54 Below is a new series featuring streams of LIVE performances direct from Broadway’s Living Room! Designed to make more shows accessible to fans from across the globe and to recreate the live experience, all shows will be presented exclusively at the time of performance with an in-house audience and will not be available on demand afterwards.

Featuring

Desirée Dabney, a smiling woman with long, straight black hair, wears a shiny gold satin blouse. She rests her hand near her chin, displaying bracelets and a tattoo on her wrist. The background features a blue wall and abstract art.

Desirée Dabney

Producer/Director
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Nesziah Dennis, a woman with long, straight brown hair, smiles outdoors. She wears a light green top, a delicate necklace with a cross pendant, small earrings, and subtle makeup. Green leafy foliage fills the blurred background.

Nesziah Dennis

Producer
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A black and white close-up photo of a woman with long, dark, twisted hair. She is smiling broadly, showing her teeth, and looking slightly to the side. The background is plain and softly blurred.

Mara Smith

Music Director
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Kamari Branch, a young woman with long braided hair, wears hoop earrings, a nose ring, and a black off-shoulder top. She has a crescent moon symbol on her forehead and looks confidently into the camera against a plain beige background.

Kamari Branch

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Black and white close-up of a woman with long, wavy hair. She has large eyes with dramatic lashes, defined brows, and full lips with glossy lipstick. The lighting highlights her smooth skin and symmetrical features, giving a classic, elegant look.

Steph Lyons

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Dee-D Miller, with dark skin and long, twisted hair, looks directly at the camera with a neutral expression. Wearing a small earring and red top against a black background, their wide eyes and slightly parted lips draw you in.

Dee-D Miller

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Jana Nicole Prentiss, with voluminous curly reddish-brown hair, wears a blue denim jacket over a brown turtleneck. She has glowing skin, subtle makeup with pink blush and lipstick, and poses confidently against a plain brown background.

Jana Nicole Prentiss

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A person with medium brown skin and short, curly hair pulled back. Inspired by Aaron Michael Tyler, they wear large hoop earrings, a septum ring, and have neatly groomed eyebrows and subtle makeup with pink blush and glossy lips. The background is soft beige.

Asé Micah Tyler

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Shawn Williams, with braided hair, clear glasses, and hoop earrings, stands outside by a light-colored fountain. They wear a striped knit top in tan, brown, and teal, long nails, and a gold bracelet while gently touching their chest.

Shawn Williams

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Pricing

  • $33.44 (includes $5.44 in fees)
  • Shows are streamed live only and will not be available on demand afterwards.

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