SANDRA REAVES-PHILLIPS by DALE RICARDO SHIELDS Page 1 -10 Celebrated American actress and singer who left an enduring mark on Broadway, film, and the international jazz and blues circuit. Known for her powerful, “commanding” stage presence and versatile vocal range, she was particularly acclaimed for her portrayals of legendary Black female vocalists. “She succinctly …
Adelle Gautier Actress, Storyteller, and Educator January 15, 1948 [ ALPHA ] – August 10, 2021 [ OMEGA ] by DALE RICARDO SHIELDS Page 1 – 12 Adella Adella the Storyteller ( Adelle LeWhodatier Gautier ) was born and lived in New Orleans, Louisiana. She traveled extensively around the world … storytelling and performing! A native New Orleanian, Adelle, known affectionately …
CHUCK COOPER “Whoever can see through all fear will always be safe.” by Dale Ricardo Shields Broadway career Cooper has appeared in over a dozen Broadway productions across various genres. His notable roles include: Tony Award-winning role For his performance as the pimp Memphis in the 1997 musical The Life. Chicago He played Billy …
