On July 22, Ledisi, the New Orleans-born and Oakland-raised singer, and The Philadelphia Orchestra pay tribute to the legendary Nina Simone with a live performance of the album Ledisi Sings Nina.

Ledisi Sings Nina balances upbeat, big-band energy with atmospheric balladry, and an attention to historic detail that succeeds in updating the music for a modern hip-hop/R&B era. With the prowess of Ledisi’s voice, the artistry of The Philadelphia Orchestra, and the messages of Simone’s music, this performance is sure to speak to a generation facing the same harsh challenges and bitter struggles of the 1960s.

Ledisi Sings Nina, the singer’s tenth album, caps more than a year of impressive achievement, including: a GRAMMY® for Best Traditional R&B Performance, her first PBS TV special, Ledisi Live: A Tribute to Nina Simone, a role on HBO’s Between the World and Me, the release of her album Wild Card, and the release of her second book, Don’t Ever Lose Your Walk: How To Embrace Your Journey. Ledisi’s path forward promises to be as varied stylistically and format-wise as ever.

At this concert: Jazz up your Friday night with our signature cocktail, Ne me quitte pas – a nod to one of our favorite Nina Simone songs and our take on the classic French 75 cocktail.

Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster.com, (800) 982-2787, or the Mann Box Office. Fast lane and premier parking upgrades are available for this show.

Digital Program

We're going paperless! For a copy of the season's touchless and environmentally-friendly program, text PROGRAM to (215) 544-2803. Instructions here.

Bag Policy

Since this performance is a part of the Mann's Picnic Series, the bag policy does not apply. However, all blankets, chairs, bags, or other hand-carried items permitted into the venue are subject to search.

Safety Precautions

As of July 6—For this event, there is no vaccination or testing policy for patrons to enter.

In the best interest of fans and staff, we will continue to monitor local COVID-19 trends and meet or exceed protocols mandated by local governments. By purchasing tickets to this event, unless prohibited by law, you agree to abide by the health and safety measures in effect at the time of the event, which may include, but not be limited to, wearing masks, providing proof of vaccination status and/or providing proof of negative COVID-19 test. Check back often for updates to this event page as guidelines are subject to change.

The Mann is proud to be a part of the World Travel & Tourism Council's Safe Travels Program and the PHL Health Pledge. These seals signal our commitment to safely welcoming patrons back to the venue.