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Encore Band Presents Divas at Jon Batiste’s Jazz Club

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – On Tuesday nights, the Jon Batiste Jazz Club at Baha Mar comes alive with the sultry voices of Akia Knowles, Charisa Smith, and Danielle Lee.

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4 days ago

March 5, 2026

Denielle Miller

NASSAU , BAHAMAS – Are you a fan of classic R&B, jazz, or pop music?

You should visit Baha Mar on Tuesday nights for their special event, Divas.

According to our Denielle Miller, the performances that highlight women who’ve dominated those genres will leave you wanting more.

Denielle Miller

“Here’s a secret I wanted to join the show when I heard about the divas show I wanted to get all up in there but then when y’all step out I was like oh these real singers”

On Tuesday nights, the Jon Batiste Jazz Club at Baha Mar comes alive with the sultry voices of Akia Knowles, Charisa Smith, and Danielle Lee.

Supported by The Encore band, this showcase is titled Divas and is produced by Akia Knowles.

She said that it serves as a tribute to iconic women in the music industry.

Akia Knowles – Producer, Divas

“The whole concept was that I wanted to celebrate the women who contributed to the music we enjoy today and I wanted to do it with a sisterhood ”

The performance features timeless hits from artists such as Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Beyonce, and others.

For almost two hours, the women are charged with maintaining the audience’s interest.

A task that smith and lee say they overcome effortlessly thanks to their charm and charisma.

Charisa Smith – Performer, Divas

“I think the key with that is to know who you are I feel like once you know who you are translate in the most authentic way possibly can and the audience is able to receive it. “)

Danielle Lee – Performer, Divas

“I love being on a stage and because of my passion I’m able to just use that energy and it translates, I think on stage”

Joining the ladies in the evening we attended the show was the vivous Nishie Ls.

Nishie told us her performance will display her versatility as an artist.

Nishie Ls – Performer, Divas

“The Nishie that everyone knows and loves the rough, aggressive, crazy one yes swinging of the hair you won’t be getting much of that with this particular show it’s more laid back it’s more groovy it’s more jazzy it’s more feminine”

To enjoy an evening with the Divas visit, jbjazzclub.realtimereservation.com