Extended through April 10!

Mabel Madness
The dramatic story with music about the life of Mabel Mercer.

Written By and Starring Tony Award Winner
Trezana Beverley

Directed by Frances Hill and Peter Napolitano
With Musical Direction by Tuffus Zimbabwe
Original Songs by Barry Levitt and Peter Napolitano

Mon, Wed, Thurs: 7pm
Fri: 8pm | Sat: 3pm & 8pm | Sun: 3pm

Urban Stages
259 W. 30th St., NYC

“Beverley channels rather than imitates Mercer. Gestures are graceful. Rs are rolled. Time is taken, lyrics are savored.” Broadway World

“Convincing and compelling…with eyes closed, it would be easy to think Mercer was back among the living. Hat’s off to Beverley for bringing to life a cultural treasure. ” Theater Pizzazz

“Heartwarming…the closeness you feel with Beverley’s elegant portrayal of the very regal Mercer makes this play!” NY Theater Guide

“Skillful…a master class in interpretation.” Curtain Up

Mabel Mercer is frightened! Frightened that this is her last show…that her long-time friend/manager is abandoning her…that she is too old. On stage for probably the last time, this legendary performer, who  influenced the likes of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett and Billie Holiday, confronts the events that has led her to this moment. From a white British mother who refused to acknowledge her black daughter to vocal mishaps that ultimately led to her signature story-song style, Mabel reveals all as she prepares to take her final bow.