TICKLING THE IVORIES at Stage Door Theater from George Wentzler on Vimeo.
TICKLING THE IVORIES celebrates those amazing artists who share our love for this timeless instrument, the piano. Featuring the songs of Barry Manilow, Stevie Wonder, Ray Charles, Elton John, Billy Joel, Adele, Diana Krall, Carole King to the flamboyant and dynamic styles of Liberace, Mozart and so much more.
TICKLING THE IVORIES features pianists Michael Friedman and Sarah Statler accompanied by percussionist Roy Fantel and bassist Rupert Ziawinski. Vocalists Sandra Marante, Devon Norris, Candice Shedd-Thompson, and Ray Stutz complete the ensemble. Watch them in action in the video!
The show was conceived and is directed by Kevin Black. It has musical arrangements by Ben Bagby, Kevin Statler, and Michael Friedman, with vocal arrangements by Ben Bagby and Kevin Black. Ben Bagby musical directs with Michael Friedman as assistant musical director. Set design is by Michael McClain, lighting design is by Ardean Lanhuis, and costume design is by Jerry Sturdefant.
TICKLING THE IVORIES runs through November 19 at Stage Door Theatre! For more information about the production click here!
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