As part of its beloved music series, Uptown Nights, Harlem Stage presents an electric double bill that promises to get you on your feet — Ian Isiah and Kimberly Nichole.
Raised in the heart of Brooklyn with a strong gospel stripe, Ian Isiah has grown into the forefront of both fashion and LGBTQ+ movements, first with Hood By Air and now Telfar. He has toured with and has been featured on numerous Blood Orange projects and appeared on records by Yves Tumor, Theophilus London, and Mykki Blanco. 2018’s Shugga Sextape Vol. 1 took the music world by storm and, with his R&B and silky soul-infused AUNTIE, a collaborative EP with Chromeo, Ian has continued to break ground and prove himself to be a true rising star.
Harlem Stage alum and punkSoul/Rock artist Kimberly Nichole (Kim Nicky) has a sound shaped by the groundbreaking grunge music of her hometown, Seattle, and the southern blues and gospel roots of her parents. Kimberly made a name for herself in New York City on the underground music scene and in nightlife by way of the late night club The Box. She has shared stages with Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Nancy Wilson (Heart), Slash (Guns N’ Roses), and Joe Walsh (The Eagles), as well as the likes of Nona Hendryx, Ledisi, Kehlani, Janelle Monae, and Christina Aguilera (who served as her coach when she was a finalist on The Voice). Now based in London, Kimberly returns to the Gatehouse for a special set showcasing her distinctive style, soaring voice, and edgy showmanship.
She will be performing music from her catalogue, as well as some of her most loved covers and debuting soon to be released music, which she recorded in Nashville, with the Grammy Award winning producer/songwriter duo Louis York (Claude Kelly and Chuck Harmony).
This program is supported, in part, by, public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Additional support is provided by the Diana King Memorial Fund presented by the Charles and Lucille King Family Foundation.
Ian Isiah and Kimberly Nichole
$40 For 40
We are proudly celebrating our 40-year anniversary! As part of our '$40 for 40' campaign, your donation of at least $40 to Harlem Stage will give you access to LIVESTREAM THIS PERFORMANCE!
AND these amazing performances too:
SAT., MAR. 2, 7:30p ET: Eternal Spirit: Vijay Iyer & Friends Celebrate the Music of Andrew Hill
SAT., APR. 20, 7:30p ET: E-Moves Bill T. Jones and Arnie Zane Company
SAT., MAY 4, 7:30pm ET: WaterWorks Established Artist Tamar-kali presents “The Swann”