The Billie Holiday  Theatre – one of the nation’s preeminent arts and culture
organizations – will present the finale for its
inaugural season of  BILLIE &
BEYOND, the institution’s new music
series inspired by the artistry and legacy of its
iconic namesake – jazz icon Billie Holiday. Launched
in Fall, 2024, the series features the next
generation of female vocalists, instrumentalists, DJ’s across various musical genres from contemporary Jazz to Rhythm & Blues
to Hip-Hop and more. Closing out the BILLIE & BEYOND season with a bang,
this next edition of the series will feature Grammy-nominated producer, Emmy-winning
actress and songstress Mali Wilson and will be held on Friday, April 4  to commemorate the 110^th birthday
of Billie Holiday. The show begins at 8PM with doors open at 7PM for a
pre-reception experience.

For years, Mali Wilson has been a driving force in
the music industry behind the scenes as a producer, music executive, and artist
advocate known for nurturing the talents of some of the industry’s biggest
artists such as Ne-Yo, Whitney Houston, Katy Perry, Lenny Kravitz, Taylor
Swift, and Toni Braxton, to name a few. Mali’s renowned “Midas touch”
has not only shaped the careers of a diverse array of artists but has also had
an unparalleled cultural impact  and redefined
the nexus of music. In 2020, she made the courageous decision to step into the
spotlight to share her own voice and story with the world as an artist. Characterized
by an unwavering dedication to artistry, innovation, and community, Mali’s music
– encompassing her unique genre-bending fusion of Soul, Gospel, Jazz and Blues—
reflects her life’s journey and her passion for art with purpose. For her BILLIE & BEYOND show, audiences
can expect a beautiful, soulful experience from the gifted singer who will
perform original tunes sharing her story and messages of love and resilience,
Additionally, Wilson will celebrate the legacy of Billie Holiday with some of
her favorite Lady Day songs as well as pay tribute to her dear mentor and
friend, Angie Stone, including a special
performance of her
latest single ‘I’m Not Sorry’ – which was praised by the late illustrious
soul legend  as ‘a balm to the soul.’

Hosted by
Brooklyn-based poet and singer Shanelle Gabriel, the evening will
also feature a curated experience with light bites, cocktails, music provided
by the popular DJ Nyla and a special opening set from multifaceted Jazz singer
and activist Candice Hoyes known for making music that celebrates
Black womanhood.