Josephine, a burlesque cabaret dream play

This one-woman musical tells the story of Josephine Baker, the first African American international superstar, and one of the 20^th century’s most formidable icons. Born in St. Louis in 1906, Josephine rose to fame after moving to Europe, where she shattered race, gender, and sexuality stereotypes that included: sharing top billing alongside white romantic leading men in movies, multiple interracial marriages and same sex relationships, performing drag before the term was even common lexicon, becoming a spy in World War II, civil rights activist, and mother to 12 adopted children.

Josephine’s fascinating and remarkable life story is brought to life in a dazzling display of talent by Tymisha Harris, who also co-wrote the show. Josephine is a tour-de-force show that will leave you inspired and uplifted by a legendary and fearless woman, who was truly light years ahead of her time.

This performance is part of a double bill of incredible theatre—be sure to check out the Josie and Grace: A Mostly Historical Cabaret Dream Play event page too! Both shows are part of the Josephine Double Feature ticket series.