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Friday, March 12, 2010

Outlooks Magazine: GirlBar Dinah Shore Week


GIRL BAR DINAH SHORE WEEK
20TH ANNIVERSARY ROCKS YOUR WORLD
By: Joshua Miller

In celebration of its 20th Anniversary, Girl Bar Dinah Shore Week in Palm Springs, CA. The girls unleash a blockbuster talent line-up of global proportions, happening March 31-April 4, 2010 at the thirty million dollar renovation of the Renaissance (formerly The Wyndham Palm Springs) host hotel. This is the party week of a lifetime, where it is “All Girl Bar – All the Time!” And in the hottest hotel in the Desert Valley!

Grammy-winning superstar Kelly Rowland (“When Love Takes Over”) hits the stage live as she headlines this years main event, “CIRCUS A GO-GO,” on Saturday, April 3 at the Renaissance Hotel (formerly Wyndham) Grand Ballroom. Thirty world-famous Girl Bar Go-Go’s keep the action going, along with Hoopnotica Girls, showing off the latest craze.

R&B powerhouse Kelis (“Acapella,” “Milkshake” & “Bossy”) will shake things up with a live performance on Friday, April 2 at the “PURE WHITE PARTY” at the Hotel Zoso Ballroom. Party begins at 8pm. Back by demand, outrageous comediennes Michele Balan, Poppy Champlin and Dana Goldberg will leave you rolling with laughter on Thursday, April 1, at “FUNNY GIRLZ 5” at the Hotel Zoso Ballroom. Event starts at 8pm.

Hilarious Actress/Comedienne Jennifer Coolidge (“American Pie,” “Legally Blonde” & “Best in Show”) makes a rare comedy appearance at our SPECIAL BENEFIT EVENT for Human Rights Campaign Fund on Saturday, April 3 at the Hotel Zoso Ballroom. Jennifer loves her gays and is really excited about coming to Dinah this year, “Usually when I do a stand up act its really fast, I fly in and fly out. But not this weekend, I get to be there from the beginning to the end! I actually get to stick around and have fun… I love that im not going to miss the Full experience of Dinah! I hope to be the last person standing.” – Jennifer Coolidge. A portion of proceeds goes to HRC. Doors open @ 8pm.

Michael Jackson’s hot guitarist Orianthi (“This Is It!”) rocks Girl Bar’s world with a not-to-be-missed performance on Sunday, April 4th at "SPLASH," the hottest pool party of the weekend, at the Renaissance Palm Springs. Pool opens at 9 am.

To commemorate the 20 year history, FenceSitter Films will be on hand to document this historic week for the feature length documentary “Girls Just Want to Have Fun.” Scheduled for the festival circuit in the fall of 2010, the film chronicles the incredible twenty years of the Girl Bar Dinah Shore, from its humble beginnings, to the world-wide phenomenon it is today.

“Our 20th Anniversary event will be truly unforgettable,” said co-producer Sandy Sachs, adding, “And this year, in the City that plays host to the annual Palm Springs International Film Festival, we have an award-winning documentary crew bringing a bit of Hollywood on-site, chronicling the event’s legacy.”Co-producer Dr. Robin Gans adds, “We’re once again offering our VIP packages at The Hotel Zoso, which is an amazing value.” Adding, “Remember if doesn’t say Girl Bar – it isn’t!”

Calendar of Main Events
Thursday, April 1- FUNNY GIRLZ 5 at Hotel Zoso Ballroom at 8pm. With Comediennes Michele Balan, Poppy Champlin and Dana Goldberg

Friday, April 2- “PURE WHITE” PARTY at Hotel Zoso at 9pm with a performance by: Kelis.

Saturday, April 3 MAIN EVENT “Circus A Go-Go”- at the newly remodeled Renaissance Grand Ballroom at 8pm with a performance By: Kelly Rowland

Saturday, April 3 HRC Fund at The Hotel Zoso Ballroom at 8pm with a performance by: Jennifer Coolidge

Sunday, April 4 SPLASH DANCE Pool Party at the newly remodeled Renaissance Pool with a ROCKING performance by: Orianthi

To purchase: www.dinahshoreweekend.com

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Lady Gaga Outlooks Magazine Cover Story

Check Out my interview and story with Lady Gaga in Outlooks Magazine in Canada!
By: Joshua Miller

FULL STORY/ISSUE HERE

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Lea Salonga Interview

Odyssey Magazine Southern California


Outlooks Magazine Canadian National





Tony Award Winner Lea Salonga has been captivating audiences around the world. Now she will embark upon her 2009 “Inspired” North American tour for a limited number of dates. Hot off the heels of headlining the critically acclaimed Southeast Asian road show of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic, Cinderella, Lea Salonga leaves her “glass slippers” behind to mesmerize audiences here in Canada.


Having created the role of the orphaned “Kim” in Miss Saigon and brought to life the singing of Disney’s Mulan (“Reflection”) and Princess Jasmine in Disney’s Aladdin - it’s truly “A Whole New World,” for Salonga and her angelic voice. Salonga has become the national treasure of her Philippine homeland as she captivates audiences the world over - playing to SOLD OUT houses at Carnegie Hall, Hong Kong’s Cultural Centre and the historical Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
She began an illustrious career in Broadway musicals when she was cast to play Kim in Miss Saigon after a world-wide talent search. (Additional Credits Include Les Miserables, My Fair Lady, Grease, The Sound of Music, Annie and Cinderella among many others.) In the field of musical theater, she is recognized for having won the Olivier, Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics, and Theatre World Awards, and the first to win various international awards for a single role. She was also the first Asian to play Eponine in the musical Les Misérables on Broadway.


Lea took some time out of her busy schedule to chat with us. Check it out here:


Who was your inspiration to start singing? I really don't know! It probably just came out of watching other singers on TV (I remember being fascinated by a singer's vibrato when I was about 4 or 5) and listening to Disney Storybook cassettes when I was little, and hearing the female characters sing. I also had a cousin that stayed with my mom and me a lot when she was growing up. She played the guitar and loved to sing, so she taught me pop music when I was about 3 or 4.

Is there one celebrity that you are still star struck by? Seeing Julie Andrews will always do that to me. And I'd probably pass out if I ever got to meet Barbra Streisand.

What is playing in your ipod/ mp3 player? A lot of pop and rock music, and two versions of The Threepenny Opera (there was a production of it here in Manila, and I loved it).

You live in Manila but travel a lot! What is different about playing in Canada/ US compared to the rest of the world? I don't know! I've been very lucky that the audiences wherever I perform have been incredibly warm and receptive. However, there is an added punch when I perform at home, or for a predominantly Filipino crowd.

Are you doing any writing on the upcoming record? Nope... I don't write music. I love seeing what I can do with a set of lyrics, but I don't think my brain was meant for lyric writing. I've tried, but it just doesn't connect that way.

What do you look for in song choices? Something that's vocally challenging (without being ridiculous... I have but a 2 1/2 octave range, extendable to 3 with falsettos)... and something lyrically interesting and emotionally connected.

Who would you love to collaborate with that you haven’t already? Why? I don't know really!!! I'd say Michael Jackson, but he's already passed away. That would have been sweet.

You have a very large gay fan base. Why do you think that is? Musical theatre, no doubt about that!!!
Will we be hearing a pop/dance remix from you on the dancefloor anytime soon? Ha ha, I don't think so! However, I do love to dance.

What is the key to balancing motherhood, marriage and a career in music? Just knowing what your priorities are and sticking to them. It's also helpful that my husband is incredibly supportive and understanding of the work I do, and how difficult and strange it can sometimes be.

Is there a job other then entertaining that ever interested you or wanted to try but couldn't? No, not really... I'm completely content and happy doing what I currently do.

Whats next for Lea Salonga? Hopefully, a full night's sleep!!! Being a mommy kind of keeps that from happening.



LEA SALONGA TOUR DATES
Date
Location
Venue
Sep 12
Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok Symphony
Sep 18
Vancouver, BC
River Rock Casino
Sep 20
Snoqualmie, WA
Snoqualmie Casino
Sep 25
Elizabeth, IN
Harrah's Casino
Sep 26
Hammond, IN
Horseshoe Casino
Sep 28-29
Winnipeg, MB
McPhillips Street Station
Oct 2
Temecula, CA
Pechanga
Oct 9
Tarrytown, NY
The Music Hall Theater
Oct 10
Buffalo, NY
Center for the Arts - Univ. of Buffalo
Oct 16-17
Brooks, CA
Cache Creek Casino
Oct 18
Cerritos, CA
CCPA
Oct 20
Medford, OR
Craterian Center
Nov 1
Cabazon, CA
Morongo Resort Casino & Spa
Nov 10
Honolulu, HI
Blaisdell Concert Hall
Nov 14
Maui, HI
MACC Castle Theatre