Broadway Star Andrea Ross to Headline Lakes Area Music Festival Concert

The Lakes Area Music Festival is set to launch its Winter Series with a captivating performance titled “Ghost Light Cabaret.” This concert, featuring acclaimed Broadway artist Andrea Ross, will take place at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd, Minnesota, on October 26, 2023, at 15:00. Tickets are available for reservation online or in person starting one hour before the event. For inquiries, attendees can contact the box office at 218-275-5263.

The festival collaborates with the Minnesota Orchestra to provide box office services and has introduced a flexible ticketing option, allowing patrons to pay what they wish, with prices ranging from free to $60.

A Journey Through Musical History

“Ghost Light Cabaret” promises an enchanting evening filled with some of Broadway’s most hauntingly beautiful music. Andrea Ross will perform alongside Scott Lykins, the festival’s artistic director and pianist. The concert is designed to evoke the spirit of Halloween, featuring a mix of classic and contemporary show tunes. Audiences can expect to hear iconic pieces such as the romantic strains from “Phantom of the Opera,” the rhythmic tales from “Hadestown,” and the enchanting melodies of “Wicked.” This intimate cabaret will weave together torch songs, ghostly ballads, and theatrical magic under the glow of the ghost light.

Recognized internationally, Andrea Ross has made a significant impact on the musical theater scene. The Boston Globe describes her as “a phenom, whose poise and pipes are astounding,” while Variety Magazine praises her “lovely, clear soprano.” Her career gained momentum through mentorship from renowned composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, who produced her chart-topping album “Moon River.” This album reached No. 1 on the UK Compilation Charts and included her contributions to various other projects.

Notable Performances and Acclaim

Andrea Ross is no stranger to the stage, having played lead roles in national tours of Webber’s “Whistle Down the Wind” and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “The Sound of Music.” Her talent has earned her prestigious accolades, including the Elliot Norton Award for Outstanding Actress from the Boston Theater Critics Association. As a sought-after soloist, Ross has performed with leading symphony orchestras worldwide, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the BBC Concert Orchestra.

In addition to the concert in Brainerd, the “Ghost Light Cabaret” will also be presented at Crooners Supper Club in Minneapolis on October 23, 2023, and at Pillsbury Castle on October 25, 2023, marking an exciting opportunity for audiences to experience this unique program.

The Lakes Area Music Festival has established itself as Minnesota’s summer destination for premier opera, orchestra, and chamber music. Now in its 18th season, the festival engages over 230 artists from top orchestras and opera companies, offering approximately 100 concerts and community outreach activities annually. Founded in 2009, the festival aims to connect the Central Minnesota community with outstanding classical performers, creating transformative musical experiences.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit lakesareamusic.org/ghostlight-brainerd or call 218-ASK-LAMF (218-275-5263).