Marriott Theatre Hosts GET HAPPY: ANGELA INGERSOLL SINGS JUDY GARLAND

By: Mar. 29, 2019
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Marriott Theatre Hosts GET HAPPY: ANGELA INGERSOLL SINGS JUDY GARLAND

Artists Lounge Live presents GET HAPPY: Angela Ingersoll SINGS Judy Garland, as seen on PBS; at Marriott Theatre, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire, IL, 60069 on Saturday, June 8 at 8pm and Sunday, June 9 at 2pm.

Emmy-nominated actress Angela Ingersoll celebrates the music of Judy Garland live in concert, as seen on PBS. "The heiress apparent to the Garland legacy" (Splash Magazine) delivers a powerful virtuoso performance with her tremendous voice, compassionate storytelling, and naturally winning humor. In addition to headlining concert stages nationwide, Ingersoll won acclaim for her superb portrayal of Garland in the play END OF THE RAINBOW, including winning Chicago's Jeff Award and being named LA TIMES "Woman of the Year in Theatre."

ABOUT THE ARTIST: Emmy-nominated actress Angela Ingersoll headlines concert stages nationwide in GET HAPPY: Angela Ingersoll SINGS Judy Garland, as seen on PBS. "The heiress apparent to the Garland legacy" (Splash Magazine) received an Emmy Award nomination for her outstanding performance in GET HAPPY, her debut broadcast special. Ingersoll is also known for her stunning portrayal of Judy Garland in the play END OF THE RAINBOW (Chicago, Los Angeles, St Louis). Her star turn earns continual acclaim, including Chicago's Jeff Award for Best Actress, a Broadway World Award, and LOS ANGELES TIMES Woman of the Year in Theatre. Attracting the attention of Garland's family, Ingersoll partnered with Garland's son onstage for Joey Luft AND Angela Ingersoll CELEBRATE Judy Garland. Other theatre credits include HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING (Hedy LaRue, Jeff Award nomination), SOUTH PACIFIC (Nellie), CAROUSEL (Julie), DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Belle, Ostrander Award), MAN OF LA MANCHA (Aldonza, Ostrander Award Nomination), JEKYLL AND HYDE (Lucy, Ostrander Award), THE SECRET GARDEN (Martha, Jeff Award nomination), RAGTIME (Evelyn Nesbit, Ostrander Award nomination), MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING (Beatrice), MACBETH (Lady Macbeth, Ostrander Award), RICHARD III (Lady Anne), and THE WIZARD OF OZ (Dorothy). Comedy: Second City Hollywood. TV: Chicago PD. Concerts: GET HAPPY: Angela Ingersoll SINGS Judy Garland, THE 12 DAMES OF CHRISTMAS, and HAPPY TOGETHER (with husband Michael Ingersoll). angelaingersoll.com

ABOUT THE PROJECT: Artists Lounge Live (ALL) is a dynamic concert series featuring popular music of yesterday performed live by tremendous talent of today. Rising stars of stage and screen pay homage to the icons that influenced them in emotional evenings of storytelling and song. In addition to showcasing superb musicianship, powerful storytelling sets ALL apart. Artists explore the life of the icon with empathy and delve into the landscape of America when the music was being made. The headliners are not impersonators; rather, they are the artistic descendants of the icon they cover. By sharing their gratitude, the artists offer audiences a piece of their heart. ALL hopes that as you fall in love with the music all over again, you'll also fall in love with the featured artist and their dedication to keeping your music alive for the next generation. Producer/performer Michael Ingersoll states, "Popular music is our shared heritage and we honor it the best way we know how: by gathering together to enjoy live entertainment. We believe in the restorative power of live entertainment, for both the individual and the community." artistsloungelive.com

Artists Lounge Live is created by husband and wife team Michael and Angela Ingersoll. Both accomplished entertainers, they share a passion for popular music of the 20th century. Michael is known for starring as Nick Massi of the Four Seasons in JERSEY BOYS, performing in the original San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Chicago companies for over 1300 performances. A favorite of PBS audiences, he toured extensively with his retro-rock vocal group Under the Streetlamp. In addition to multiple PBS concert specials, his television appearances include THE Oprah Winfrey SHOW and PRIMETIME EMMY AWARDS. Angela is an Emmy-nominated actress who headlines concert stages nationwide in GET HAPPY: Angela Ingersoll SINGS Judy Garland, as seen on PBS. She won acclaim for her portrayal of Judy Garland in the play END OF THE RAINBOW, including Chicago's Jeff Award, a Broadway World Award, and Los Angeles Times Woman of the Year in Theatre. She also appeared in a recurring role on CHICAGO PD (NBC). The couple resides in Chicagoland.

Tickets are $50.00. Marriott Theatre subscribers receive a 20% discount. Tickets can be purchased by calling the box office at (847) 634-0200, in person at the Marriott Theatre Box Office, or online at Ticketmaster.com (subscriber discount only available at Marriott Theatre Box Office). Next up in the series, HIGHER AND HIGHER: A ROCK AND ROLL SHINDIG STARRING Chester Gregory on Sunday, August 25 at 1 pm and 5 pm.

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