Award-winning classical singer, Bri Cooper is a talented Mezzo Soprano known for her captivating performances and powerful voice. Over the years, Bri has honed her skills and built a reputation as one of the most talented and versatile mezzo-sopranos in the industry. She has performed in a wide range of productions, including operas, concerts, and musical theater productions. Her performances are known for their emotional depth, technical precision, and powerful stage presence.
Little Jack Horner
During Covid Val hosted a weekly online program called "Grandma's Place," where Silly Goose regularly mangled nursery rhymes.
Medium: Video
Year: 2021
Details: 3:34
"Virtual Open House" with New York City’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center
“Different Strokes/Different Folks: Queer Artists of Color Paint the 21st Century” is made possible in part by the Kors/Le Pere Foundation and with public funds from Creative Engagement, supported by the New York State Council on the Arts
Sylvia Jones reading in The HOT L Poets Series! June 12, 2022
Sylvia Jones reading in The HOT L Poets Series! June 12, 2022. The HOT L Poets Series is a reading series presented by Smartish Pace magazine and Baltimore Poets Theatre. Readings are held on the second Sunday of the month at The Ivy Bookshop in Baltimore and feature two or three poets along with an open mic.
Medium: video
Year: 2022
Details: 1:44
I am a host, actress, and motivational speaker. I also do life coaching. I have directed fashion shows, open mic nights and networking events. My most exciting gig has been speaking in front of a group od inner city youth about the importance of self love and worth.
My present artistic inquiry explores the visceral and analytical impact of narrative and aesthetic forms. My images are provoked by identity, ancient narrative and colloquial expression. My work is also inspired by the aesthetics and influences of popular culture, cinema, celebrity, music and social media.
POCKET MOXIE TRAILER
Happenstance Theater brings old Vaudeville back with POCKET MOXIE!
An homage to the style and spirit of the Great Age of Vaudeville with slapstick comedy, tight harmonies, and celestial charades.
Five versatile players breathe new life into classic old routines from a ventriloquist’s dummy to a magic act that goes awry, from novelty songs and a musical saw to waiters juggling meatballs, all with full live “foley” sound effects. Something for everyone, and family friendly.
Featuring
Mark Jaster, Sabrina Mandell, Gwen Grastorf, Sarah Olmsted Thomas, and Alex Vernon.
An homage to the style and spirit of the Great Age of Vaudeville with slapstick comedy, tight harmonies, and celestial charades.
Five versatile players breathe new life into classic old routines from a ventriloquist’s dummy to a magic act that goes awry, from novelty songs and a musical saw to waiters juggling meatballs, all with full live “foley” sound effects. Something for everyone, and family friendly.
Featuring
Mark Jaster, Sabrina Mandell, Gwen Grastorf, Sarah Olmsted Thomas, and Alex Vernon.
Year: 2022
Details: 75 minutes
I begin my work on a granular level to rebelliously find within myself the rough and the unsocialized facts of my own fears and human nature to embrace, hug, kiss, and bring to the surface of my work by creating a partnership with the piece I am courting.