WS Chronicle

Calling all music lovers and fans of the incomparable Renée Elise Goldsberry! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of pure magic as Renée and her fantastic seven-piece band take the stage alongside the Piedmont Wind Symphony. 

“An Evening with Renée Elise Goldsberry” is set to be an enchanting event happening on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 7:30 p.m. at Wait Chapel, Wake Forest University. 

Renée Elise Goldsberry is a powerhouse in the world of entertainment, and her performance in Hamilton left audiences awestruck. From her Tony award-winning portrayal of Angelica Schuyler to her captivating roles in “Rent” and “The Color Purple”, she’s a true Broadway sensation. Now, she’s bringing her sensational talent to Winston-Salem for an extraordinary night filled with your favorite movie and Broadway hits!

Imagine being serenaded with a medley from “Rent,” “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone.” Plus, get ready to sing along to Hamilton favorites like “It’s Quiet Uptown,” “Schuyler Sisters,” and “Satisfied.” Renée’s seven-piece band is phenomenal, and together with the Piedmont Wind Symphony, they’ll be also performing Leonard Bernstein’s Overture to Candide, weaving together classical and contemporary compositions for a magical musical experience.

Mark A. Norman, music director and conductor of the Piedmont Wind Symphony, is excited about this collaboration: “When programming this concert with Renée Elise Goldsberry, I knew her iconic voice with her band, alongside our symphony, would make for a perfect sound and energy that our audience will remember long after the last note fades away!”

Tickets for this unforgettable musical journey, “An Evening with Renée Elise Goldsberry,” are available online at https://www.piedmontwindsymphony.com/tickets.

ABOUT RENÉE ELISE GOLDSBERRY: Renée Elise Goldsberry, a celebrated Tony and Grammy award-winning singer and actress, rose to prominence for her groundbreaking portrayal of Angelica Schuyler in the iconic Broadway musical, “Hamilton.” Her journey in the spotlight began early, displaying her remarkable talents on stage from a young age. Before her pivotal role in Hamilton, Ms. Goldsberry had already carved an impressive path in both Broadway and film, leaving a lasting impression with her performances in acclaimed stage productions like “The Color Purple” and “The Lion King.” Her educational journey includes a bachelor of fine arts in theatre from Carnegie Mellon University, where her passion for the arts was nurtured, and a master of music in jazz studies from the University of Southern California’s Thornton School of Music, showcasing her dedication to mastering her craft across genres.

Beyond her thriving career, Renée Elise Goldsberry uses her influential platform to champion the significance of leadership within the arts. She actively highlights the role of artists in shaping cultural narratives and advocates for thoughtful selection of roles and messages portrayed in media. Her dedication to this cause was evident as the keynote speaker at Wake Forest and the Oxford Character Project’s Arts of Leading Conference in 2019, where she shared insights into the profound impact of arts leadership.

To learn more about the Piedmont Wind Symphony and stay updated on its upcoming performances and events, please visit piedmontwindsymphony.com.