BILLIE & BEYOND featuring yolizama

The Billie Holiday Theatre returns with its all women music series, BILLIE & BEYOND; an evening of live performances inspired by the artisty and activism of its namesake Billie Holiday.

Headlining this edition is South African singer yolizama whose rich voice and soulful sound bring a powerful presence to the stage. Blending global influences with emotional storytelling, Sangweni’s performance promises a moving and unforgettable night of music.

The evening opens with Mahogany L. Browne, one of the most celebrated voices in contemporary poetry. A writer, playwright, organizer, and educator, Browne is an NY Emmy, NAACP, and Audie finalist, a 2022 Kennedy Center Next 50 Fellow, and the inaugural Poet-in-Residence at Lincoln Center. Her collection Chrome Valley won the 2024 Paterson Poetry Prize, and her young adult novel was longlisted for the National Book Award.

Music throughout the night will be curated by DJ Tadi, a Brooklyn-born DJ known for high-energy sets that move effortlessly between genres, from dancehall and hip-hop to deep cuts and nostalgic favorites. The evening will be hosted by poet and performer Shanelle Gabriel.

Part concert, part cultural gathering, BILLIE & BEYOND celebrates the next generation of artists shaping the future of Black music and creative expression.

TICKETS:

Early Bird: $25
Available online through Sunday, March 31, 2026

Beginning April 1, 2026, tickets are $35 online and at the box office.

Tickets will also be $35 at the door on the day of the performance.

For groups of 10 or more, please contact Ms. Edna Fulton at efulton@restorationplaza.org

Lobby Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Performance: 8:00 PM