Leslie Orofino
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Actress/singer, Leslie Orofino has been enchanting audiences with her sultry voice and sparkling stage presence from the legendary Algonquin Hotel's Oak Room to Napa Valley's Silverado Country Club for the past 25 years. Ms. Orofino is accompanied by her musical director on piano or her trio ( ...
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Actress/singer, Leslie Orofino has been enchanting audiences with her sultry voice and sparkling stage presence from the legendary Algonquin Hotel's Oak Room to Napa Valley's Silverado Country Club for the past 25 years. Ms. Orofino is accompanied by her musical director on piano or her trio ( piano, bass and drums ) in theaters, nightclubs, benefits or private parties.Ms. Orofino has said, " I have always loved the music of the 30's and 40's mainly because my father filled our home in Manhasset , L.I. with his gorgeous tenor voice singing those songs and passed his love of them on to his first born of four daughters...me." " I love performing and was so blessed to have appeared across the country and in practically every club in N.Y.C. and for a few fabulous years had the honor of having my dad as my very special guest singer at the Algonquin's Oak Room."
After a successful run of her show at the Algonquin's Oak Room , Leslie released her CD, Moonlight Cocktails. Critic Dave Nathan from All Music Guide remarked, " Leslie manages to impart such a high degree of eloquence to the songs she sings that on can picture her singing these tunes live and in person." " She delivers each and every song beautifully " " Solid cabaret and I highly recommend Moonlight Cocktails."
Leslie Orofino's musical theatre credits range from leading roles in the St. Bart's Players in N.Y.C. as Mother Abbess in the Sound Of Music, Miss Hannigan in Annie, Sharon in Finian's Rainbow, Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, Meg Brockie in Brigadoon to the Westport Country Playhouse as Kay Goodman in Nite Club Confidential.
After seeing Leslie Orofino at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, international cabaret star, Julie Wilson remarked, " I had such a great time, I had to go back again. " She's a winner! " " Leslie has a certain elegance mixed with sex appeal that sells each and every song. " " She's also a great comedian."
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Music Theatre of Connecticut To Present HOLIDAY ON BROADWAYby A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2022
Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company continues their 36th MainStage Season with a cabaret series entitled, Holiday on Broadway.
Chalfant, Morgan, Winer, and More Will Celebrate The Life Of Susan L. Schulmanby Stephi Wild - Nov 11, 2022
On Saturrday, 11/12 at 2 PM EST, noted interviewer Richard Skipper will join forces with 15-year-old theater podcaster Charles Kirsch to celebrate the life of one of Broadway's best, veteran press agent Susan L. Schulman.
Vocalist and Performer Anita Michael Presents New Show at The Laurie Beechman Theater This Mayby A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2022
Vocalist and performer Anita Michael returns to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with her new show on Sunday, May 15, 2022 at 1:00 pm.
BWW Interview: At Home With Leslie Orofinoby Stephen Mosher - Feb 11, 2021
With one of the most interesting personal and family histories around, Leslie Orofino is passing strength and individuality on to another generation in her family - her grandkids.
BWW Feature: And The Nominees Are... BEST SHOWby Stephen Mosher - Dec 3, 2020
When an artist puts together their club act, the first thing they have to do is decide what story they want to tell. The Broadway World Award nominees for BEST SHOW did just that.
RICHARD SKIPPER CELEBRATES 50th Broadcast to Feature Children's Author Ruthie Darlingby Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2020
Richard Skipper celebrates the 50th Broadcast of Richard Skipper Celebrates with childrena??s author Ruthie Darling! Tune in below on Saturday Afternoon October 3rd at 3PM ET/12 Noon PT.
BWW Feature: Stephen Mosher's Pandemic Playlist Number Twelveby Stephen Mosher - Mar 27, 2020
It's a new day and there's a new Pandemic Playlist to keep readers preoccupied during the self-isolation!
BWW Feature: Stephen Mosher's Pandemic Playlist Number Ten - The Complete Shows Editionby Stephen Mosher - Mar 23, 2020
The Complete Shows Edition of The Pandemic Playlist gives audiences an opportunity to see their favorite artists' shows, even while socially isolated. Here are 20 shows to keep you company during the quarantine!
Leslie Orofino Will Return to BJ Ryan's Magnolia Room With SHINEby Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2020
Actress/singer, Leslie Orofino will returns to BJ Ryan's Magnolia Room with her sensational show SHINE the music/lives of 4 fearless women ~ who when things got tough ~ they got stronger ~ and became stars that shine even today ...Lady Gaga, Peggy Lee, Dorothy Fields and Alberta Hunter.
Leslie Orofino Will Return to Don't Tell Mama With SHINEby Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2020
Actress/singer, Leslie Orofino returns to Don't Tell Mama's and BJ Ryan's Magnolia Room with her sensational show SHINE the music/lives of 4 fearless women ~ who when things got tough ~ they got stronger ~ and became stars that shine even today ...Lady Gaga, Peggy Lee, Dorothy Fields and Alberta Hunter.
