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Melissa's honey-dripping vocals weave a captivating spell over a diverse musical tapestry, compelling audiences with her interpretations of the Great American Songbook to Broadway, Pop, Country, Jazz, and more. Influenced by groundbreaking women in music and stage, Melissa drives the creative force behind SOUL PICNIC PRODUCTIONS.

She serves as a pollinator, connecting ideas, curating experiences, and empowering artists as a consultant and Executive Producer. Her global influence, from NYC to LA and beyond, leaves an indelible mark on audiences and artists, solidifying her as a cultural authority and esteemed performer. Offstage, she shares her expertise as a coach, speaker, and educator, inspiring aspiring performers and creators.

Soul Picnic Shows: Back to the Garden, August 1969: The Women of Woodstock, Mind the Gap, and Nashville Gal.

Theatre Credits: Off-Broadway, Regional, Tours, and more.

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Rubicon Theatre Company Presents Melissa Hammans Starring In NASHVILLE GAL as Part of Its Goldenson Broadway Concert Series

Celebrate the leading ladies of country music when Rubicon Theatre Company presents Broadway's Melissa Hammans in NASHVILLE GAL as part of the 2018 Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Broadway Concert Series.
Rubicon Theatre Company Announces BROADWAY CONCERT SERIES

The 2018 Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Broadway Concert Series at Rubicon Theatre Company kicks off with five intimate concerts by award-winning stars of the Great White Way, including Tony Award-winner FAITH PRINCE (Guys and Dolls), L.A. Drama Critics Circle Award-winner JASON GRAAE (RTC's Return to the Forbidden Planet, Falsettos), Helen Hayes Award-winners DAVID BURNHAM (The Light in the Piazza) and TAMI TAPPAN (RTC's Streetcar Named Desire, Miss Saigon), husband-and-wife duo MEGAN MCGINNIS and ADAM HALPIN (Daddy Long Legs), Ovation nominee ERIC KUNZE (Evita), and Nashville-based singer MELISSA HAMMANS (Back to the Garden).
Flat Rock Playhouse to Conclude 2017 'Music on the Rock' Series with 'WOMEN OF WOODSTOCK'

The final Music on the Rock of Flat Rock Playhouse's 2017 Season, August 1969: A Tribute to the Women of Woodstock celebrates these four women who remain symbols of the legendary festival, leaving an indelible and provocative mark on popular music, American culture, and the world.
Flat Rock Playhouse to Conclude 2017 'Music on the Rock' Series with 'WOMEN OF WOODSTOCK'

The final Music on the Rock of Flat Rock Playhouse's 2017 Season, August 1969: A Tribute to the Women of Woodstock celebrates these four women who remain symbols of the legendary festival, leaving an indelible and provocative mark on popular music, American culture, and the world.
Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, Kate Baldwin and More Set for October at Feinstein's/54 Below

This September, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp, Kate Baldwin and More Set for October at Feinstein's/54 Below

This September, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.
Hangar Theatre Announces October Programming

The Hangar theatre, in Ithaca NY is hosting two unique cabaret style performances this October. Mind the Gap - a celebration of British soul singers, Dusty, Petula, Amy, and Adele, will make its world premiere October 7th and 8th. On October 14, celebrate Latino Heritage Month at the spectacular one-night engagement, The Latin and World Music of Sally Ramirez and Doug Robinson. All performances take place at 8pm at the Hangar Theatre located at 801 Taughannock Blvd.
Rubicon Theatre Company Presents BACK TO THE GARDEN The Songs of Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Laura Nyro

Celebrate folk-rock trailblazers Carole King, Joni Mitchell and Laura Nyro when Rubicon Theatre Company presents BACK TO THE GARDEN later this week, the fifth offering in this season's Janet and Mark L. Goldenson Broadway Musical Concert Series. This energetic and soul-stirring concert directed by Amy Jones with musical direction by Debra Barsha, stars Melissa Hammans, Shaleah Adkisson, Maddy Wyatt and Sue Terwilliger on guitar. Having played to sold-out theatres across the country, Back to the Garden plays in Ventura for only 3 performances on Saturday, August 20 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday, August 21 at 2 p.m.
FOOTLOOSE Reunion, Rockapella & More Set for Feinstein's/54 Below This Week

This week at FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visitwww.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.
Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Picks for January 11-17, Featuring Jonathan Groff, Jarrod Spector, and More!

Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestras begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: Show Biz After Hours with Frank DiLella with Very Special Guest Jonathan Groff; Footloose Reunion Concert; Nick Rashad Burroughs & Marisha Wallace: Baptized by Broadway; Late Night Broadway with Jarrod Spector, Kelli Barrett, & Judy Gold; and Back to the Garden: The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Laura Nyro.
Julia Murney, Andrea Burns & More Set for Feinstein's/54 Below This Week

This week FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visitwww.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.
Hangar Theatre Presents WOMEN OF WOODSTOCK This Weekend

The Hangar Theatre will present an original production, Women of Woodstock, created by cast member Melissa Hammans, September 25 and  26. Directed by Amy Jones, this world-premiere is being co-produced by the Hangar and Soul Picnic Productions. Join the cast, crew, and Hangar staff for this two-night limited engagement this weekend, September 25 and 26 at 8pm at the Hangar Theatre located at 801 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY 14850 in Cass Park.
Hangar Theatre to Present WOMEN OF WOODSTOCK, 9/25-26

The Hangar Theatre will present an original production, Women of Woodstock, created by cast member Melissa Hammans, September 25 and  26. Directed by Amy Jones, this world-premiere is being co-produced by the Hangar and Soul Picnic Productions. Join the cast, crew, and Hangar staff for this two-night limited engagement on September 25 and 26 at 8pm at the Hangar Theatre located at 801 Taughannock Blvd, Ithaca, NY 14850 in Cass Park.
Hangar Theatre's Fall Season to Feature GREEN GABLES Musical Reading & More

The Hangar Theatre recently announced its current line-up of shows and events for the remainder of 2015 and is expecting to add to this extensive list in the next month.  The Hangar's CabarETC series features three musical performances you won't want to miss, including Women of Woodstock - a tribute concert to Joan Baez, Janis Joplin, Melanie, and Grace Slick, Joe Crookston's October Jubilee - concert and art show, and the Burns Sisters annual Home for the Holiday's Concert.  Aside from these melodic performances, the Hangar will be hosting a variety of other events including theatrical pieces, a comedy show, and events for other nonprofits in town, including hosting the Jewish High Holiday services for Ithaca's Temple Tikkun V'Or.
Patti LuPone, Sierra Boggess, Jeremy Jordan & More Set for 54 Below in October & November

This October and November 54 BELOW presents a lineup of the brightest talent from Broadway and beyond. Located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54thStreet. For a detailed schedule of upcoming performances at 54 Below and to purchase tickets, visit www.54Below.com.
Tony DeSare, Isabel Rose, The Skivvies & More Set for 54 Below this Week

Coming up this week, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com or call (646) 476-3551.
Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Cabaret Picks for September 29-October 5

Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestra's begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven- o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: SMILE : A Broadway Reunion Concert, Celebrating Adolph Green - 100 Years of Wonderful, Jamie deRoy and Friends, Randy Graff: Re-Made In Brooklyn, and The Songs of Scott Evan Davis, featuring Karen Mason, Lisa Howard & more.
Hangar Theatre Presents BACK TO THE GARDEN Tribute Show This Weekend

Back to the Garden, a musical tribute to folk-rock trailblazers Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Laura Nyro, delighted audiences last fall and is returning to the Hangar Theatre this weekend, September 19 and 20 at 8pm.
Hangar Theatre to Present BACK TO THE GARDEN Tribute Show, 9/19-20

Back to the Garden, a musical tribute to folk-rock trailblazers Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and Laura Nyro, delighted audiences last fall and is returning to the Hangar Theatre on September 19 and 20 at 8pm.
Soul Picnic Productions Brings 'BACK TO THE GARDEN' to Buskirk-Chumley Theatre This Weekend

SOUL PICNIC PRODUCTIONS, presents Melissa Hammans in BACK TO THE GARDEN: The Music of Joni Mitchell, Carole King, and Laura Nyro this weekend, August 1st and 2nd, 2014 at Buskirk-Chumley Theatre, Bloomington, IN.

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