CLEAN : In New York, off-Broadway show revisits Nina Simone's story

The video features Leona discussing her transformation into the character of Nina Simone, highlighting the emotional and physical challenges involved. She emphasizes the importance of black artists owning their narratives and the legacy of Nina Simone as a classically trained artist who became a voice for activism. The show incorporates 17 songs to authentically tell Nina's story, focusing on channeling her spirit rather than imitation.

How does the speaker describe the process of transforming into the character during performances?

What does the speaker express about the complexity of the character Nina?

What challenges does the speaker mention in relation to performing as Nina?

What mission does the speaker mention regarding the narratives of black people?

How does the speaker feel about the portrayal of Nina Simone in the show?

In what ways does the speaker relate to Nina Simone's struggles and experiences?

What significance does the speaker attribute to the songs chosen for the show?