What happens when top-ranked, international artists share their interpretations of Nina Simone? Answer: The Nina Project.

The Nina Project is both a memoir and an homage. Written by Juno nominee, Shakura S’Aida, this musical masterpiece presents award-winning, internationally acclaimed artists sharing interpretations of the lyrical repertoire of Nina Simone. This two-act performance guides the audience through the iconic tale of “The High Priestess of Soul.” It is the recount of Ms. Simone’s life and career as told through the lens of artists deeply moved and motivated by their shared story of Being: young, gifted, and black.

This 2 act musical experience takes the audience on a reflective journey through Nina Simone’s life from childhood to her time in the civil rights movement using the lyrics and music that helped to define her career, while featuring each the featured vocalists own experience with Ms. Simone’s music

Few artists have remained as relevant, relatable and memorable across generations. Nina Simone’s music stands timeless: whether played in its original form or re-interpreted through the genres of jazz, folk, pop or dance. The Nina Project shows how timeless, classic and sophisticated Simone was, how strongly her music prevails and how deeply impactful her lyrics remain.

8 on stage, 75-min. run time.