KOZMIC BLUES: Janis Joplin comes alive again for one night at the San Jose Center for Performing Arts.

Riding high on a Tony Award nomination and favorable reviews, A Night With Janis Joplin takes audiences through the life and career of one of rock & roll’s original leading ladies. The production celebrates Joplin’s biggest hits, such as “Piece of My Heart,” “Cry Baby” and “Me and Bobby McGee.” The show will also consider the work of her biggest influences, including Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Nina Simone and Bessie Smith. Written and Directed by Randy Johnson, the show features Mary Bridget Davies, Amma Osei, Ashley Tamar Davis, Tawny Dolley and Jennifer Leigh Warren.

Janis Joplin Experience
Wed, 7:30pm, $45+
San Jose Center for the Performing Arts