The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
Bessie Smith
Stagehand
Clarence
Lucille
Rehearsal Director
Chorus Girl
Chorus Girl
Host
Theatergoer
Ma Rainey
Ma's Main Girl
William 'Pa' Rainey
Ma's Dancer
Nightclub Manager
Bessie's Dancer
Roadie
Bessie Smith
Stagehand
Clarence
Lucille
Rehearsal Director
Chorus Girl
Chorus Girl
Host
Theatergoer
Ma Rainey
Ma's Main Girl
William 'Pa' Rainey
Ma's Dancer
Nightclub Manager
Bessie's Dancer
Roadie