Natalie Douglas

The sensational Natalie Douglas returns to the Pheasantry with her hit Dr. Nina Simone tribute 'The Essential Nina Simone'. Sharing her gorgeous voice and fascinating stories of her subject, Natalie has created a new and stunning tribute to this pivotal artist of the Twentieth Century. Nina Simone was one of Natalie’s principal influences, filling her early musical memories with dignity, grace, and emotional power.

Honoring Nina’s spirit, Natalie performs songs recorded by the late legendary singer, including, 'I Loves You Porgy', 'My Baby Just Cares for Me', 'Mississippi Goddam', 'I Put a Spell on You', and 'Why (The King of Love Is Dead)'. Don’t miss this fantastic celebration of the powerful 'griot', or storyteller, of the Great American Songbook - Eunice Waymon, or as the world better knows her, Dr. Nina Simone.