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# Lala Lights Up ‘Billie & Beyond’ at The Billie Holiday Theatre
- URL: https://www.inthewake.tv/lala-lights-up-billie-beyond-at-the-billie-holiday-theatre/
- Published: 2025-12-01T05:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-30T14:11:48.000Z
- Description: The series spotlights the next generation of artists who carry the DNA of Lady Day and push forward her legacy.
- Author: IN THE WAKE TV 
- Tags: CULTURE AND SOCIETY

In the Wake TV covered the **season finale** of [*Billie & Beyond*](https://thebillieholidaytheatre.org/event/billie-beyond-featuring-lala/?ref=inthewake.tv), [The Billie Holiday Theatre’s](https://thebillieholidaytheatre.org/?ref=inthewake.tv) signature music series celebrating the legacy of its iconic namesake. 

The night showcased the talent of Haitian‑American singer [**Lala**](https://www.instagram.com/inthelandoflala/?ref=inthewake.tv).

Hosted by Brooklyn poet and vocalist [**Shanelle Gabriel**](https://www.shanellegabriel.com/?ref=inthewake.tv), the evening featured an opening set by [**Daria Jones** ](https://www.dariajonesworld.com/artist-page?ref=inthewake.tv)and a special DJ set from **Que Sera**, bringing together musicians, community, and culture under one roof.

Contributor [**Melissa Rose Cooper**](https://melissarosecooper.com/?ref=inthewake.tv) spoke with Lala, Executive Director [**Shadawn Smith**](https://restorationplaza.org/news/restoration-taps-veteran-executive-shadawn-smith-to-lead-billie-holiday-theatre-and-restoration-arts/?ref=inthewake.tv), singer **Daria Jones**, and co‑producer [**Bonsu Thompson**](https://www.instagram.com/bonsudreamz/?ref=inthewake.tv) about the series, the evolution of the season, and the continued mission to uplift and amplify Black artistry at The Billie.