Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a gospel superstar, guitar virtuoso, and the uncredited Godmother of Rock ’n’ Roll—shaping legends like Elvis and Hendrix. This electrifying play with music follows her rise alongside protégée Marie Knight, as they break barriers and make music history.
Marie and Rosetta
Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a gospel superstar, guitar virtuoso, and the uncredited Godmother of Rock ’n’ Roll—shaping legends like Elvis and Hendrix. This electrifying play with music follows her rise alongside protégée Marie Knight, as they break barriers and make music history. Support American Theatre: a just and thriving theatre ecology begins with information for all. Please join us in this mission by joining TCG, which entitles you to copies of our quarterly print magazine and helps support a long legacy of quality nonprofit arts…
