BROADWAY STAR: Heather Headley will mix Broadway hits, classic standards, and R&B favorites at McCarter Theatre on Friday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Heather Headley, celebrated for her performances on Broadway, in recordings, and on screen, will perform, accompanied by piano, at McCarter Theatre on Friday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m.

Headley originated the role of Nala in The Lion King, and starred in Elton John and Tim Rice’s Aida, winning the Tony and Drama Desk awards for her portrayal. In 2012, she made her West End debut in the musical adaptation of The Bodyguard and later returned to Broadway in The Color Purple as Shug Avery.

She has appeared in Spike Lee’s TV series She’s Gotta Have It, starred opposite Jennifer Hudson in the film Respect, and currently stars on Netflix’s Sweet Magnolias.

Tickets start at $54. McCarter Theater is located at 91 University Place. Visit Mccarter.org.