About the show
Ever thought back to when you were utterly convinced your life would be a dumpster fire if you didn't become, say, a backup dancer for a specific boy band? Yeah, Heather gets it. Get ready for some laughs in this heartfelt cabaret that dives headfirst into the messy, glitter-filled world of chasing dreams, the unexpected detours that life throws like a flock of rogue pigeons mistaking your freshly washed car for a bathroom, and the surprising joy of realizing you've somehow landed exactly where you're supposed to be (even if it's not on that tour bus). Through comedy, personal tales, and a whole lotta music (sprinkled with a suspicious amount of Disney), this show is a joyful celebration of life and music, proving that sometimes the wrong turns lead to the most right destinations.
Meet The Artists
Heather A. Gonio | Vedette
Heather is a seasoned Seattle-based singer, pianist, and actor, with performance experience ranging from intimate cabaret shows and cover bands to large theater productions and cruise ships. Credits include 5th Avenue Theatre (Miss Saigon, Joseph...), Village Theatre (King and I, Beauty and the Beast), ACT Theatre (Bad Apples), and Seattle Children's Theatre (Sadako...)
Misha Domirani | Guitarist
Misha is an award-winning music producer, sound designer, and multi-instrumentalist (guitar, keys, percussion), contributing to 20+ artist projects including film and TV, with a nomination for Best Film Score in the 11th Annual Iran Film Festival. Using DAW interfaces and sound design, he strives to create engaging and inspiring auditory experiences.
Ben Gonio | Percussionist & Singer
Ben is a Seattle-based actor, singer, and playwright. He has performed throughout Seattle and nationally at 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle Rep, Seattle Shakespeare Co., Intiman, Seattle Children's Theatre, Village Theatre, Theatre Under the Stars, and Minneapolis Children's Theatre. TV credits include Grimm, Leverage, and the Librarians. Next up: his new play Isabella's Choice at Hugo House Arts Center.
Jim Kent | Pianist
Jim has lit stages throughout Seattle as both a pianist and contemporary dancer. A touring veteran of the Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show (7 seasons), he accompanies ballet at Velocity, PNB, and Dance Fremont. He cherishes his time with Diverse Harmony, the first queer-straight alliance youth chorus. His heart (and fingers) love Bach, Chopin, and collaborating with singers.
John Engerman | Pianist
Since the mid-70s, John has been writing, arranging, music directing and playing for theatrical productions, including Empty Space Theatre, Bathhouse Theatre, and Seattle Children's Theatre. Cabaret shows featuring his arrangements include various musical revues and numerous one-woman shows with his wife, the fabulous Jayne Muirhead.