“The Devil’s Music” Brings Down the House, at Center REP, W.C.
Katrina Lauren McGraw Scores Triumph as Bessie Smith by Robert M. Gardner As the saxophone player (smooth Ric Alexander) steps center stage, he coaxes soulful notes and seductive rhythms to the tune of “St. Louis Blues.” We are thrilled as diva Katrina Lauren McGraw channels Bessie Smith, the Empress of the Blues, and sings…