Me and Bessie: Musical Information & Synopsis
Synopsis
Me and Bessie is a one-woman musical revue based on the life of Bessie Smith, the “Empress of the Blues”. Through a combination of storytelling and Bessie’s iconic songs, including the blues standard “Nobody Knows You When You’re Down and Out”, Me and Bessie celebrates the life and legacy of one of the most influential singers in blues history.
Musical Information
Musical Type: Late 20th Century (1974)
Cast: Solo • Female Lead • All-Female
Genre: Biography
Format: Revue
Setting: N/A
Creative Team
Music/Lyrics: Various
Book: Will Holt, Linda Hopkins
Cast Albums
Licensing
Me and Bessie is not currently available for licensing.
Tags
1970s, Biographical, Black Artists, Blues, Gospel, Jazz, Revue, Soul
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Last Reviewed: March 14, 2026