Miss Rhythm:
The Legend of Ruth Brown

Dates & Times

Miss Rhythm:
The Legend of Ruth Brown

Created by David Nehls and Sheryl McCallum

Directed by Kenny Moten

Producers Syma and Walt Zerkow

August 9-October 12

Rochelle and Max Levit Stage

Overview

EXPERIENCE THE LEGENDARY STORY OF RUTH BROWN, WHO PAVED THE WAY FOR GENERATIONS OF SINGERS.

Before Etta James, Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner, there was Ruth Brown, a trailblazing icon who ran the world of R&B. Her magnetic voice and spirited charm catapulted Atlantic Records to global fame in the 1950s—so much that fans once referred to the now-historic record label as “the house that Ruth built.” A Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee who won both Tony and Grammy awards, she paved the way for generations of singers. Now, experience her legendary story through Miss Rhythm, an intimate cabaret featuring powerhouse vocals and a swinging, five-piece jazz band.

 

Starring acclaimed actress Sheryl McCallum (The Lion King on Broadway), this electrifying tribute celebrates Ruth Brown’s captivating story and indelible impact on popular music. Get ready for an evening of powerful singing, no-nonsense humor, and the enduring legacy of a pioneer—Miss Rhythm herself, the one and only Ruth Brown.

 

Details

Performance Times

  • Wednesday–Friday | 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday | 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday | 2:30 p.m.

  • PREVIEW PERFORMANCES

  • August 9–14, 2024
  • All preview tickets are $25

Run Time

  • Approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes with no intermission

Plan Your Visit

  • Park in our attached parking garage for $15.
  • Drinks are allowed in the theater and the bar stays open after the show! Plan on post-show drinks and meet and greet with Sheryl in the lobby.

Crimson & Cocktails Event - October 10

Thursday, October 10, at 7:30 p.m.

Dress in your best crimson to this themed night at Miss Rhythm: The Legend of Ruth brown. Enjoy post-show cocktails with Cast and band.

Sunday Sit-down

Sunday, August 11

Join the cast for a free, behind-the-scenes conversation following the 2:30 p.m. matinee.

Student Matinee

Friday, September 6, at 10 a.m.

Contact us at groups@stageshouston.com, or call 346.320.0037 for student pricing.

Sensory-Inclusive

Saturday, September 21, at 2:30 p.m.

Sensory-inclusive performances cater to our patrons with sensitivity to loud, abruptly changing sound, light, or video elements associated with live performance.

Cast

  • Sheryl McCallum*

    Herself/Ruth

  • *Appearing through an agreement between Stages and Actors' Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States.

Credits

  • Created by

    David Nehls and
    Sheryl McCallum

  • Director

    Kenny Moten

  • Scenic Designer

    Joel Burkholder

  • Costume Designer

    Meghan Anderson Doyle

  • Lighting Designer

    Janessa Harris

  • Sound Designer

    Edward Ryan Thornton

  • Video Designer

    El Armstrong

  • Associate Music Director

    Ronnie "King" Mason, Jr.

  • Associate Music Director

    William "Skip" Lynch

  • Stage Manager

    Trinity A. Nobles