Marilyn Maye Coming to Orlando Shakespeare Theater, 4/29

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF presents a musical cabaret created and performed by award-winning vocalist, Marilyn Maye in the Margeson Theater on Friday, April 29, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets ($300 - VIP; $50 - A Level; $30 - B Level; $20 - C Level) are available now by calling (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, visiting www.orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).

Marilyn Maye has received national and global acclaim for her musical productions. Critics say, "The years have done little to diminish her amazing abilities!" (Frank Scheck, New York Post), "Marilyn Maye is pretty much every singer you ever wanted to hear!" (Will Friedwald, The Wall Street Journal), "Calling her a cabaret singer is like calling Pablo Picasso a painter; it's true all right, but it leaves a lot out!" (Philadelphia Inquirer), and "Her show is not to be missed. ... It's a master class in singing conducted by a polished pro who majored in unforgettable" (Rex Reed, New York Observer).

"Marilyn Maye is a living legend in the jazz world as well as a celebrated musical theater actress," said Orlando Shakespeare Theater Managing Director PJ Albert. "Orlando Shakes is proud to be able to bring her phenomenal voice to Central Florida."

Marilyn Maye is a highly praised singer, actress, director, arranger, educator, and Grammy nominated recording artist. Marilyn began her professional singing career by winning a 13-week appearance on radio station WIBW, Topeka, Kansas, at age nine. She has since appeared 76 times on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson; landed a Radio Corporation of America recording contract, which includes seven albums and 34 singles; had one of her singles "Too Late Now" included in the Smithsonian-produced album of the 110 Best American Compositions of the Twentieth Century; appeared seven times at Disney's Top of the World Lounge; and performed in more than 100 engagements in the last nine years in New York including sold-out multiple-nights at the Metropolitan Room, Birdland, five two-week runs at Feinstein's at The Loews Regency Hotel, New York's Town Hall, and the 92nd Street Y Theater.

VIP packages for this event include table seating for four and champagne. To book this exclusive table, call the Orlando Shakes Box Office at 407-447-1700 ext. 1.

In addition to her musical cabaret at Orlando Shakes, Marilyn Maye will also be leading a Master Class in vocal performance at the Winter Park Playhouse (711-C Orange Avenue, Winter Park, FL 32789) on Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.. The class will provide a way for individuals to perform for an audience of supportive participants and improve on their overall vocal performance skills. Tickets ($175 - participant ticket; $87.50 - audience ticket) for the Master Class may be purchased by calling The Melrose Foundation at (407) 228-4181 or at marilynmaye.eventbrite.com.

These events are presented by The Melrose Foundation and Jack Hanson & Grant Gribble.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, host of the collaborative Campaign for the Arts. Orlando Shakespeare Theater is also sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.

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