Nita Whitaker Debuts New Concert at Upright Cabaret 12/12

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On Sat, Dec 12, 2009 at 8pm - Upright Cabaret proudly presents Star Search Grand Champion Nita Whitaker LaFontaine, who has sung with Josh Groban, Chris Botti, Andre Bocelli, Stevie Wonder and many more, as she prepares to stand in the light again.

Whitaker has prepared an evening of some old, some new, some borrowed and some blue...and evening of standards, aria's and some originals that are sure to delight the senses and lift the spirit!

Tickets: $25 online (www.uprightcabaret.com/events) or $30 at the door (if available). $20 food and beverage minimum pp. Tickets purchased online receive first priority in seating.

An Evening with Nita Whitaker LaFontaine
Sat, Dec 12, 2009 at 8pm
Upright Cabaret on Vermont, 1714 N. Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90027 - (310) 652-5252
Dinner/"10 Cane Rum" Drink Specials begin at 6 PM / SHOWTIME 8 PM

For more info about Upright Cabaret including show times, tickets and scheduled performers, please visit us at www.uprightcabaret.com

More info about Nita:
It's difficult to put Nita into one category. Graced by gospel, trained in opera, honed in pop, Nita's voice is a remarkable instrument that's difficult to define. But when you hear her power chops and sweet bell tones, you know you are in the presence of greatness. Having recorded three independent CD's Nita continues to pull all the elements of her training together into a fusion of pop, soul/ R&B, with a dash of gospel. Nita has found a beautiful blend of music that soothes the soul, enhances the senses, and elevates the spirit.

A former Miss Louisiana, Nita took her southern roots, charm and talent to Los Angeles where her incredible voice carried her to Female Grand Champion on Star Search. With a vibrant and dynamic stage presence, Nita is comfortable singing in any setting, from an intimate club to the Arena Stages, as well as stage, television and movies. She has been the guest performer at The Freedom Awards honoring Oprah Winfrey, Ruby Dee and Paul Rusesabagnia, sang duets with Andrea Bocelli during his 2006 Winter Tour, and also has sung with Josh Groban. Having David Foster as one of her early mentors, she has performed and shared the stage with countless celebrities including Barbara Streisand, Faith Hill, Celine Dion, Richard Marx, Stevie Wonder and Yolanda Adams. A work still unwritten, Nita continues to hone her song writing skills and continues to record and perform. Recently she performed highlights from Porgy and Bess with the Chorale Bel Canto Symphony as well as toured with jazz trumpeter Chris Botti. The best is yet to come.