Miss Rhythm:
The Legend of Ruth Brown
Created by David Nehls and Sheryl McCallum
Directed by Kenny Moten
Producers Syma and Walt Zerkow
Now Playing August 9-October 13
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.
Sunday Sit-down
Join the cast for a free, behind-the-scenes conversation following the 2:30 p.m. matinee.
College Night
Thursday, August 22, at 7:30 p.m.
College students can purchase $15 tickets with a student ID. Use promo code COLLEGENIGHT.
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
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Sheryl McCallum*
Herself/Ruth
Credits
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Created by
David Nehls and
Sheryl McCallum -
Director
Kenny Moten
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Scenic Designer
Joel Burkholder
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Costume Designer
Meghan Anderson Doyle
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Lighting Designer
Janessa Harris
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Sound Designer
Edward Ryan Thornton
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Video Designer
El Armstrong
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Associate Music Director
Ronnie "King" Mason, Jr.
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Associate Music Director
William "Skip" Lynch
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Stage Manager
Trinity A. Nobles
