History Alive: Bessie Smith

Program Type:

Movies & Performances

Age Group:

All Ages

Program Description

Event Details

Come to the Sissonville Library and learn about this famous blues singer! 

Bessie Smith was the "Empress of the Blues" in the 1920s and 30s. Known to be an all-around entertainer who danced, acted and performed comedy, she was a staple of the "Chitlin' Circuit" and Jim Crow South. 

Portrayed by Doris Fields of Beckley.

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