With her powerful vocals, Belinda Davids transported the audience at the Jabez Sanford Hardin Performing Arts Center to another place and time Monday as she channeled one of her music idols — Whitney Houston.

“I grew up in Port Elizabeth, South Africa,” said Davids, who will perform Houston’s music again at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. “I always wanted to be like her and sing like her. It’s a privilege ...