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In November 2024, Tony Award nominee Shoshana Bean will join Pink Martini for a special performance of “Don’t Rain on My Parade” during the ensemble’s 30th anniversary celebration at Carnegie Hall. Shoshana Bean, recognized for her role as Fanny Brice in the North Shore Music Theatre’s 2016 production of Funny Girl, received an IRNE Award for her outstanding performance.
About Shoshana Bean
Shoshana Bean is a prominent name in the Broadway scene, recently captivating audiences with her role in Alicia Keys’ acclaimed musical, Hell’s Kitchen. Her performance as Jersey has earned her significant accolades, including nominations for her second Grammy Award, a second Tony Award, and recognition from the Drama League and Drama Desk. Her earlier work in the Off-Broadway production of Hell’s Kitchen also received a Lucille Lortel Award nomination. In 2022, she impressed again in Mr. Saturday Night alongside Billy Crystal, garnering nominations for a Tony, Grammy, Outer Critics Circle, and Drama League.
Bean’s musical career extends beyond the stage; her six independent albums and EPs have achieved notable success, topping the iTunes and Billboard charts, with a highlight of reaching #1 on the Billboard Jazz Chart. Through sold-out performances worldwide, she has also contributed her talents to films and television, featuring in projects such as The Boys, Sing, Sing 2, Enchanted, Jersey Boys, Glee, and Galavant.
Her journey in theater began with her Broadway debut in Hairspray, and she made an impact Off-Broadway in the 2000 revival of Godspell, as well as in Songs for a New World at City Center Encores!. Notably, she was nominated for a Jeff Award for her role as CeeCee Bloom in the pre-Broadway production of Beaches. In addition, she has appeared in popular series like Bloodline and films including Bill & Ted Face the Music, and even created a solo concert special for PBS.
About Pink Martini
Pink Martini is a dynamic musical ensemble that features a diverse group of twelve musicians who bring songs in 25 languages to life. They have performed globally, enchanting audiences across Europe, Asia, and the Americas with their multilingual repertoire along with symphony orchestras. The band has played alongside over 70 orchestras worldwide, including esteemed collaborations with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Boston Pops, and the BBC Concert Orchestra.
Throughout its three-decade journey, Pink Martini has collaborated with a variety of talented artists, including the likes of Phyllis Diller, Rita Moreno, and Rufus Wainwright, as well as the original Sesame Street cast and the Portland Youth Philharmonic. Regular guest artists include NPR’s Ari Shapiro, Cantor Ida Rae Cahana, koto player Masumi Timson, and harpist Maureen Love, adding to the group’s rich musical diversity.
About Carnegie Hall
Carnegie Hall is dedicated to showcasing extraordinary music and talented musicians across its three historic stages. Its mission emphasizes the transformative potential of music, aiming to reach a broad audience through visionary educational initiatives and new artistic creations.
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