LYRICS FOR LIFE Returns to Symphony Space in November
The performance is on Sunday, November 12, 2023
LOTA Productions' Lyrics For Life returns to the stage on Sunday, November 12, 2023 at Symphony Space in New York, NY.
Laura Luc, creator of Lyrics For Life and founder of KOTA, will direct and produce. Alex-Renee Davies will serve as music director, with choreography by Jeorgi Smith, and Alyssa Luc as Associate Producer. The event will be co-hosted by Swayam Bhatia (Disney’s The Mighty Ducks and HBO’s Succession) and Devin Trey Campbell (OBC of Broadway’s MJ, Broadway's Kinky Boots, and ABC’s Single Parents).
The one-night concert is a musical celebration in honor of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Through the power of music and storytelling, Lyrics For Life aims to break the stigma surrounding mental health and encourage open conversations. By creating a safe and inclusive space, the concert seeks to foster a sense of community, and offer hope to those who may be struggling.
Lyrics For Life will feature a diverse lineup of talented artists and musicians. Alumni include Meg Donnelly (Disney's Zombies and ABC's American Housewife), Austyn Johnson (feature films, The Greatest Showman and The Post), Kaylin Hedges (American Idol), Lexi Underwood (Hulu’s Little Fires Everywhere, Cruel Summer and Disney’s Sneakerella), Oona Laurence (Tony Award honoree for Broadway’s Matilda), Presley Ryan (Broadway’s Beetlejuice), Gabriella Baldacchino (Disney's Disenchanted), Shereen Pimentel (Broadway’s West Side Story and The Lion King), to name a select few. A virtual open call audition for ages 6-25 years old is currently accepting submissions through Oct 1, 2023 through the KOTA website.
KOTA Productions, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization based in New York City, is dedicated to creating innovative entertainment for all ages. KOTA aims to inspire young people to follow their passions and make a positive impact on the world. KOTA's commitment to giving back extends beyond performances, as the company actively seeks partnerships with organizations that align with our mission of making a difference in the lives of others. KOTA has trained and worked with performers from Broadway productions, National Tours, feature films and TV shows. KOTA fosters creativity, self-expression, and teamwork among young artists, developing a strong foundation for success in the performing arts and beyond.
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