Miss Rhythm: The Legend Ruth Brown
Before Etta James, Aretha Franklin, and Tina Turner, there was Ruth Brown—the legendary rhythm and blues singer best known for her hits “Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean,” “Teardrops From My Eyes” and “5-10-15 Hours.” Her powerhouse voice and sassy squeal brought such worldwide success to Atlantic Records in the 1950s, it was deemed “the house that Ruth built!”
Denver Center for the Performing Arts presents Miss Rhythm: the Legend of Ruth Brown: Now — Oct 22
Interview with Ruth Brown’s son Ron McFadden and nephew Damian Williams:
This intimate cabaret experience explores the life and times of R&B legend Ruth Brown through story and song, accompanied by a five-piece jazz band. Created by and featuring Sheryl McCallum (Disney’s The Lion King on Broadway; Xanadu, Oklahoma, and The Wild Party at the Denver Center) and featuring David Nehls (The Great American Trailer Park Musical, composer/lyricist; Xanadu and The Other Josh Cohen at the Denver Center). Ruth Brown is a pioneer in the development of rock, blues, and jazz, a Tony and Grammy award-winner, and an inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. A true original who showed grace and strength with a great sense of humor, Ruth Brown took the stage with as much talent as she did warmth. Here’s to Ruth!
The Morning Set spoke with Sheryl McCallum and David Nehls about the production.
Original Air Date: 08/02/23
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