We have so much terrific music, comedy, and dancing in store for you to celebrate this 35th anniversary cruise; You’ll have to pick and choose which shows to catch, when to sing your hearts out, and which dance floors to hit. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy music by Cris Williamson, Ruthie Foster, Lisa Koch, Roxanna Ward, Lucie Blue Tremblay, Sarah Potenza, Mikalah Gordon, and Yoli Mayor. We’ll have night after night of hysterical comedians sailing with us, including Gina Yashere, Suzanne Westenhoefer, Karen Williams, Vickie Shaw, Elvira Kurt, and Dana Goldberg. And of course, Tea Dances, Galas, and Club O’s featuring the beats by DJ Rockaway, DJ Mary Mac, DJ Luna Rósa, and Karaoke DJ Dawn Michaels. Oh, and there’s also your chance to show us what you’ve got for the stage with the return of Olivia’s Got Talent! Prepare to be entertained every day and night while we sail the Caribbean!
Cris Williamson
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Cris Williamson
Decades before indie labels were the norm, and years before women had any real access to the industry, Cris Williamson and the Olivia Collective were busy changing the face of popular music. In 1975, the twenty-something former schoolteacher recorded The Changer and the Changed for her brainchild, Olivia Records, the first woman-owned, woman-focused record company. Her music and voice quickly became an essential part of the soundtrack of a movement and was the cornerstone of what would become known as “women’s music”—music created, performed, and marketed specifically for and by women. Today, The Changer and the Changed remains one of the best-selling independent releases of all time.
For Cris, the music has always been the vehicle for something larger. Her work appears on a regular basis in books and thesis papers, on radio, and in film. Her albums are part of the curriculum for women's studies courses, and thousands of people who may not even know her name join their voices in “Song of the Soul” around campfires and places of worship. She is embraced by women. She is sampled in hip-hop. Her music is used by midwives welcoming life into the world, while hospice choirs sing her songs in tender sacred escort. “She is often considered a treasure, passed hand-to-hand, person-to-person,” says the Boston Phoenix, “Williamson is a heroic character whose tireless activism continues.”
Today, with 34 full albums to her credit, Cris continues to tour the acoustic circuit, promoting her latest album, Harbor Street, and adding new material at each juncture. Her performance career has included three sold-out shows at Carnegie Hall and headlining many of the great folk festivals, including Newport, Kerrville, Moab, and Vancouver. Cris and Judy Dlugacz were recently honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award bestowed upon them by the Americana Music Association at their annual awards ceremony in the illustrious Ryman Theatre. The award was presented by NPR music critic Ann Powers.
2025 will mark the 50th Anniversary of The Changer and the Changed and Cris is already busy preparing for a full schedule of touring and teaching, Cris will be presenting a bountiful handful of Changer and the Changed All-Star Anniversary Shows in select major cities—on land and at sea! In addition, Cris will be going into the studio in 2024 to record album #33! Stay tuned.
Gina Yashere
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Gina Yashere
Gina Yashere is an internationally acclaimed comedian who is currently starring in Chuck Lorre’s series, BOB ❤ ABISHOLA on CBS. Not only does Yashere star in the series, but she is one of the co-creators, co-showrunner, executive producer, and writer.
She can also be seen on Netflix with her own specials, SKINNY B@TCH, LAUGHING TO AMERICA and part of THE STAND UPS season 2. Her TV credits include, THE NEIGHBORHOOD, Comedy Central’s THE DAILY SHOW WITH TREVOR NOAH, DEF COMEDY JAM, LIVE AT THE APOLLO, TruTV’s COMEDY KNOCKOUT, Comedy Central’s @midnight, NBC’s THE TONIGHT SHOW, HBO’s CRASHING, ITV’s MARRIED SINGLE OTHER, THE LENNY HENRY SHOW and the animated series, BROMWELL HIGH and THE BARBARIAN AND THE TROLL.
Gina came to the U.S. as a finalist on NBC’s LAST COMIC STANDING, and never left! Yashere is also a published author. Her memoir, Cack-Handed was released last year to rave reviews.
Ruthie Foster
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Ruthie Foster
Ruthie Foster's musical journey is as eclectic and vibrant as her soulful voice. Born into a family steeped in gospel tradition, Ruthie's earliest influences were the voices of her mother, grandmother, and the gospel singers she grew up listening to — artists like the Gospel Keynotes and the Blind Boys of Alabama. However, her path to becoming a solo artist wasn't a straightforward one. Despite a deep love for music, Ruthie initially shied away from the spotlight, preferring to play guitar, piano, and write songs for others.
Growing up in the rich musical tapestry of Gause, Texas, Ruthie found herself drawn to the diverse sounds and arrangements of local gospel choirs and musicians. Despite her reluctance to take center stage, Ruthie's talent was undeniable, and her mother encouraged her to step up and sing out. She stood out as a young black girl with a guitar in a choir scene dominated by pianos, but with her grandmother’s vocal coaching and encouragement from her mother and the church community, she recognized her own power — as a songwriter, a musician, and as a captivating singer.
After studying music at a community college in Waco, Ruthie decided to take a break from music and enlist in the Navy. The stage drew her once more, and she was selected to sing for the Navy band Pride, where she honed her skills as a vocalist and performer. A development deal with Atlantic Records led her to New York City, where she immersed herself in the songwriting community and learned the craft of writing songs that spoke to the soul.
However, Ruthie's journey took a turn when her mother fell ill, prompting her to step back from music and return to Texas once again. It was a period of introspection, caregiving, and deep bonding with her mother, and upon her return to writing and performing, it was to shape her voice as a singer-songwriter and storyteller. Drawing on her experiences and her musical roots, she began to craft blues, folk, and gospel-tinged songs that spoke to the universal themes of love, loss, and resilience.
Turning down a major record deal in pursuit of authenticity, she has stayed true to herself and her vision as an artist, signing with independent label Blue Corn Music to release Runaway Soul in 2002, followed by The Phenomenal Ruthie Foster in 2007, The Truth According to Ruthie Foster in 2009, Let It Burn in 2012, Promise of a Brand New Day in 2014, Joy Comes Back in 2017, and Healing Time in 2022. She has also released three live albums, Stages in 2004, Live At Antone’s in 2011, and 2020’s Live at the Paramount.
Now, with five Grammy nominations to her name and a new album, Mileage, set to be released on Sun Records, Ruthie Foster stands as a testament to the power of authenticity and resilience in music. Her soulful melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and unwavering commitment to her craft inspire audiences and fellow musicians alike as she continues to carve out a path that is uniquely her own.
Karen Williams
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Karen Williams
Karen Williams is a force, a buzzsaw joke machine. She is proactively provocative, and fearless in confronting cliches, and investigating stereotypes through hyperbole. Her comedy stands out as a distinct, cantankerous voice in the lesbian community and a unique perspective on the world at large. “Human Beings: What A Concept,” Karen Williams’ debut comedy album, is a glimpse into the inner politics of a marginalized group that, by necessity, became curators and creators of their own culture. Karen addresses conformity in kindness, love, and relationships. She shares misgivings about aging, codependency, motherhood, and sexuality, especially regarding intersections with race and libertine living. Karen tells it like it is, as she sees it, cutting through the pleasantries with nuance, texture, ambiance, ambivalence, and gusto. She has lingo for those in the know and expertly crafted elaborations for those who aren’t. Throughout, Karen displays an unmatched genius for sarcasm, irony, and rhetoric. If something doesn’t make sense, she’ll knock some sense into it, but gracefully. Her technique is impressive. Rather than beat her opponent over the head, she’ll take the egregiously erroneous or misinformed stance as her own, stretch the faulty logic until it’s paper thin, and wrap the whole farce up into a bow. Karen Williams is special. For more about Karen's humor and healing work, visit www.hahainstitute.com
Elvira Kurt
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Elvira Kurt
Elvira Kurt is an award-winning, trail-blazing, blazer-wearing stand-up comic and Second City alumna who can now add thespian lesbian to her long list of credits following her Montreal theatrical stage debut in the Broadway smash hit, POTUS:. From hosting her own prime time talk show in Canada, popcultured with Elvira Kurt, to her more recent co-hosting appearances on CTV’s The Social, along with her numerous televised comedy specials, Kurt has done it all—at home and abroad. She’s earned multiple nominations for U.S. College Comedian of The Year, performed solo shows from Iceland and Iqaluit to Australia and New Zealand and is considered a queer icon for being one of the first openly gay stand-up comedians.
Elvira's work in television is extensive. Highlights include writing and performing on Baroness Von sketch Show, Carolyn Taylor's I Have Nothing, being a judge on The Second City’s Next Comedy Legend, a recurring role in the critically acclaimed pre-school series, Miss Persona, and hosting a Mark Burnett- produced game show, Spin Off.
She continues to showcase her creative talents in writing, producing, and directing in everything from the Seth Rogen-produced, The Great Canadian Pottery Throwdown to the Netflix hit, Drink Masters, Canada’s Drag Race, and The Great Canadian Baking Show. Elvira has received many prestigious accolades, including recognition at the Canadian Screen Awards, Canadian Comedy Awards, Toronto Fringe Festival, and earning the Jury Choice Award at the Cannes Short Film Showcase. All this and a sitcom currently in development means Elvira Kurt is one busy teacup butch!
Lisa Koch
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Lisa Koch
Daft. Demented. #SNORT. Picture Tina Fey meets Bette Midler with Joan Jett’s guitar chops... and you’ve got Lisa Koch. An irreverent singer, comedian, out lesbian, and sober chick, Koch (“Coke”) is a deliciously twisted mix of comedy, theater, and tunes. She has recorded five solo CDs, is an alumnus of the quirky sketch comedy duo Dos Fallopia (Ham for the Holidays), and has shared the stage with the likes of Janis Ian, Kate Clinton, Lily Tomlin, Karla Bonoff, the Indigo Girls, and Steve Martin. She composed the off-Broadway musical 27, Rue de Fleurus, has been seen on LOGO and Olivia cruises, and actually had one of her songs sampled by Jay-Z. Lisa brings to Olivia her guitar, her wacky songs, and her musings on being a woman… from middle age to mammograms to singing vulvas.
Suzanne Westenhoefer
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Suzanne Westenhoefer
No one ever accused Suzanne of being subtle, not the shuttle driver who took her to the airport, the woman she was in line with at the grocery store yesterday and certainly not her audiences. Subtle, she is not.
After 25 years of groundbreaking, stereotype-shattering and brutally honest comedy, she’s not about to start pulling punches now.
The kid from Amish Country who began her comedy career on a dare is celebrating a quarter century of out, open, no-holds-barred comedy.
Suzanne tells the truth. The truth is life is funny, especially when it’s fermented in Suzanne’s mind. That’s why she could never be in the closet, making her a trailblazer when she started doing stand-up in the 1990s. She was the first openly lesbian comedian with an HBO Special and the first openly lesbian comedian on “Late Night with David Letterman.”
Heck, she was on Sally Jesse Raphael in 1991 on a show called “Breaking the Lesbian Stereotype…Lesbians Who Don’t Look Like Lesbians.” From “OMG, a lesbian has long hair and wears make up” to “I went to Helen and Jane’s wedding last weekend,” that’s how far we’ve come in the 25 years Suzanne has been telling her truth to audiences all over the world. Some of that is certainly thanks to her candor, courage and charisma.
Suzanne never does the same show twice. She can’t. She doesn’t write anything down. She charges boldly onto the stage and what happens is always a mystery and a delight. Enjoy a wild night of comedy in a city near you.
Vickie Shaw
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Vickie Shaw
Comedian Vickie Shaw is one of our favorite entertainers with Olivia. She has made women of Olivia laugh for over 20 years. Her "take no prisoners" (she's southern) style of comedy is incredibly hilarious and she takes you on a gut-busting journey of extreme humor. She has traveled the U.S. and the world (mostly with Olivia) making people all over the globe laugh until they cry! You've seen her on television, Comedy Central, four comedy specials on LOGO, Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen, and movies (Laughing Matters More), as well as benefits, fundraisers and numerous Pride events all over the U.S. You don't want to miss this incredible entertainer.
Roxanna Ward
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Roxanna Ward
Cabaret-comic extraordinaire Roxanna Ward hails from Laguna Beach, California. Her engaging blend of piano bar and comedy caused one reviewer to observe, “It’s as if Bette Midler and Steve Allen had a love child.” A pianist, musical arranger, producer, and teacher, Ward has worked with legends Dolly Parton, Laura Nyro, Tennessee Ernie Ford, and Bea Arthur. She has conducted orchestras as far apart as Milwaukee, Dusseldorf, and closer to home with Pacific Symphony. As a songwriter, she penned the R&B single “Remember Who You Are,” which reached number 16 on Billboard’s jazz chart when recorded by Phyllis Hyman, and more recently was recorded by Suede.
Roxanna has spent 20 years teaching chorus at both Thurston Middle School and Laguna Beach High School, building the program to admirable levels, and has served as Music Director at the Laguna Playhouse, Irvine Valley College, and Orange County School of the Arts, to name but a few. She has been the Music Director of choice since the inception of No Square Theatre, in California, and has also starred in No Square's productions of Gypsy (Mama Rose), Nunsense (Reverend Mother), and numerous other Lagunatics shows.
Roxanna’s greatest accomplishment is her son, Jake, who’s not only reached adulthood with grace and humor, but is soon to marry a wonderful young lady while enjoying a successful career in finance in San Diego. She’s also the proud mama of the devastatingly attractive mutt, Buddy, who frequently accompanies her to the theatre.
Roxanna is a beloved member of the Olivia family; her Olivia debut was on an Alaska cruise in 1992. Since then, she's joined us several times a year, and her brilliant comedy, writing, musicianship, and singing endears her to audiences everywhere. Whether you are seeing Roxanna for the first time or the tenth, she always makes you laugh and warms your heart.
Dana Goldberg
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Dana Goldberg
Writer, comedian, and activist, Dana Goldberg has been seen on ABC, TBS, and Last Comic Standing. She is a force of nature on stage and was named to CURVE Magazine’s Power List of 2024 and GO Magazine’s 100 Women We Love. With performances at the San Francisco International Comedy Competition, The Comedy Festival produced by TBS and HBO, and the Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland; her quick wit and playful stage presence have her earning loyal fans across the world.
In addition to headlining theaters and festivals, Goldberg has performed at and emceed hundreds of high-profile events, sharing the national stage with luminaries like President Barack Obama, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, Kristin Chenoweth, Meryl Streep, Carol Burnett, Sir Elton John and countless others.
Combining her gift of humor with humanitarian efforts, Goldberg has raised over $50M for non-profits around the country in the fight for LGBTQ rights, women's health, and HIV/AIDS education and prevention. Goldberg is the co-host of The Daily Beans and is currently developing her first TV pilot with SOTO Productions.
Lucie Blue Tremblay
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Lucie Blue Tremblay
Beginning in March 2020, Lucie Blue began producing livestreams for you (her tribe) twice a week called “Jammin’ In My Jammies” and created special ZOOM events as well, in the18 months that followed. No one would be alone. Inspiration fueled Lucie during these isolating times. Her latest CD was born with a special message that, “everything was going to be okay”.
The production and tracks travelled by internet and communication with the band all happened through ZOOM since Canada closed its borders to the world and Nova Scotia closed its border to other Canadian provinces. Once it was safe Lucie travelled to Quebec to complete her guitar and vocal tracks.
Olivia’s 50th Anniversary Cruise was Lucie’s first and last performance in 2023. Having suffered an injury shortly after, Lucie Blue underwent shoulder, bicep repair and rehab.
2023 was eventful yet filled with surprises. Lucie was commissioned to write and produce the song “You Are My Family” for the Cancer Care PAW Program. PAW offers financial support to help clients keep their pets home and cared for, while clients go through chemo and radiation treatment.
Hearing Lucie Blue live in concert is a personal and moving experience and though she sometimes sings of the powerful storm we are living in, she always and carefully brings us back to the beauty right in front of us. It is refreshing to witness the freedom and liberation of this songwriter as some may remember her early immigration issues when she self disclosed as a lesbian in the Mid 80’s. She is now a full-fledged dual citizen of Canada and the USA.
In the summer you can find Lucie and her wife Pat managing their lovely rental property in Nova Scotia called The Princess and the Sea. It’s hard to leave Paradise, NS but knowing you’ll all be on the other end has Lucie looking forward to cruising with Olivia again and getting a chance to re-launch this her CD “So Many Wows” in person.
“The best thing about Lucie's music in the past is that when it was first heard, it was always current. It touched where you, and the rest of us, were living at that time. Her latest CD “So Many Wows” is no exception. Her voice is warmer and richer and sweeter than ever, and its songs will keep playing in your head even after you've pulled out the earbuds.” ©2022.ShellyRoberts.
Sarah Potenza
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Sarah Potenza
Sarah Potenza is a critically acclaimed singer and songwriter with roots in Nashville and a nationwide fanbase. She competed on NBC’s Voice, and America’s Got Talent. In 2021, her rendition of “Worthy” on her sophomore album Road to Rome hit number one on the iTunes Blues Charts. The record received rave reviews from Rolling Stone, Billboard, American Songwriter, and NPR. Potenza was named amongst the top three acts seen at SXSW by Rolling Stone Magazine. Sarah is currently creating music with Grammy winning producer, Dave Aude.
Mikalah Gordon
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Mikalah Gordon
Mikalah Gordon, a Las Vegas Native, made her entertainment debut as a Top 12 contestant on season four of American Idol. Audiences fell in love with her powerful voice and unique stage presence, and she's been hitting all the right notes ever since. Her popular run on Idol earned her a record deal with famed judge Randy Jackson on Interscope Records, making her a household name. In addition to her vocal success, Mikalah has made her mark on the LA comedy scene with her edgy stand-up performances, headlining at The Comedy Store and The Laugh Factory. The spicy comedienne has starred on the WB sitcom Living with Fran, with Fran Drescher; as a field correspondent for The Tyra Banks Show and The TV Guide Network, and served as a co-host on American Idol Extra. Mikalah began hosting her podcast So Funny It Hurts where she interviews comedians and explores the trauma that makes them funny. Mikalah is also the morning show host five days a week for 98.5 KLUC in Vegas. You can also catch her singing on the weekends at her residency inside The Wynn Hotel, Las Vegas.
Yoli Mayor
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Yoli Mayor
Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Yoli Mayor has mastered a fusion of sounds as multicultural as her hometown. The 26-year-old singer first gained her voice through The Magic City's burgeoning underground music scene, quickly becoming a regular at community events, open mics, and intimate venues around town. Her trademark Latin-Pop sound earned the attention of award-winning publications like The Miami Herald, The Huffington Post and Downtown Magazine(NYC) who dubbed her as "The Cuban Adele". Partnering with award-winning local musicians and producers, she eventually came into her own, shedding the attachment to her roots and finding her unique, passion-fueled voice.
In 2017, she made her national debut as a Semi-Finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent where her infectious personality and powerful voice built her a community of passionate followers eager to follow her along her path. Mayor represented Miami again, when she appeared on American idol is 2022 for their platinum season. Mayor has continued to build her community by contributing towards organizations such as; Equality Florida Institute, Make-a-Wish Foundation, OperationSmile, N.I.C.k.S Camp Chira Family Foundation, Children’s Bereavement Center, Camila’s House, the LGBTQ task force, Taste of the Redlands, Stone Wall’s Pride 50th year anniversary, and multiple Pride festivals within Florida.
The South Florida performer is known for her multifaceted sound, inhabiting a myriad of genres in a single showcase--from R&B, Hip Hop, to Pop, and Salsa, to name a few. She names such vocal powerhouses as Sarah Vaughn, Celia Cruz and Sade as musical influences--a credit to a depth of musical maturity well beyond her years. Mayor believes that music is a form of communication, between singer and audience, among musicians, and between the audience members themselves--and inspires conversation with every performance.
She has shared the stage with some of the world's most notable acts, performing alongside names like Steven Tyler, Marlos Rosado and Tito Puentes Jr, among many others. This power to command stages of every size continues to be one of the most significant reasons she is called upon for performances during each new venture of South Florida’s growth, from national anthems at the beloved Orange Bowl to the latest opening of the Inter Miami CF Stadium and most recently opening the main stage of Okeechobee Fest in March 2022--qualifying as her first Major festival performance as a main act. On March 11th, 2022, Mayor released her first Spotify single, "Malamente Cover by Yoli Mayor_"--a landmark moment that is sure to be followed by many more to come. Mayor is now working with an entirely Cuban band Named “La Ponina” bringing her roots to center stage moving forward for the soulful songstress.
DJ Rockaway
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DJ Rockaway
A true New Yorker from Queens, DJ Rockaway has been igniting dance floors across the US and internationally for over two decades. Known for her unmistakable New York accent, she is a familiar face on both the East and West coasts. Former Producer of the San Francisco Pride Women’s Stage, creator of PLAY on the Bay party cruises, and a regular DJ on Olivia Travel, you can find her spinning at LGBTQ events, weddings, and galas for national nonprofits, always bringing a unique energy and passion to every music set. DJ Rockaway has crafted a distinctive blend of dance, hip-hop, R&B, house, club, disco, and retro music. Her versatile style brings the crowd to the dance floor and keeps them dancing, making sure everyone feels the rhythm and beat all night long. In addition to DJ’ing, DJ Rockaway is also a freelance photographer, videographer, video editor, and live streamer. In her spare time, DJ Rockaway enjoys sailing on the Bay with friends as a certified boat Captain, spending time with her family, and trying to find the best slice of NY pizza. Fuhgeddaboudit! (IYKYK)
DJ Mary Mac
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DJ Mary Mac
Mary was introduced to the art of turntables and mixing by her older brother while he practiced daily in the basement of their family’s Rosedale, Queens, home. Barely a teen yet intrigued by the techniques of that era’s many notable DJs, Mary worked diligently to perfect her skills. With a combination of natural talent, passion, and influences from her Haitian background, Mary Mac quickly became a highly sought-after DJ.
Mary Mac’s introduction to the entertainment industry started when, while she was deejaying a NYC loft party, a Def Jam A&R executive asked her to DJ for their newest hip-hop artist. This gig soon led to her involvement in the nationwide Phat Jam Tour of 1992, featuring artists Run DMC, Redman, and Onyx. By the mid-90s, Mac’s reputation was well established, leading to key opportunities for her growth.
Over time, Mary Mac continued to make her name. Booked early on for the celebrity birthday parties of Whitney Houston, Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, and Queen Pen, she later began spinning at events for the Brooklyn Museum, Monie Love, and DJ Kid Capri. In addition, she’s played alongside recording artists such as Red Café of Def Jam West, Cheri Dennis of Bad Boy Records, Da Brat of So So Def, and Robin Thicke of Interscope Records.
DJ Mary Mac has spun with many other influential DJs, such as Funkmaster Flex, Jazzy Joyce, Mad Linx, Mister Cee, Spinderella, and SNS. Since 2013, she has been Madonna’s resident DJ, rocking out as the headlining DJ for her Oscar after-party and the opening act on her Rebel Heart Tour. She also deejayed for Prince, Stevie Wonder, and Ashton Kutcher’s SXSW after-party. Today, she is the resident DJ for Mona Scott-Young of Monami Entertainment, Out of Tune, Mayor Bill DeBlasio, and Salesforce.
In 2013, Mary Mac was featured in Huffington Post’s article “23 Inspiring Women Who Are Blazing Trails for the LGBT Community” for her accomplishments of the past 20 years. Nevertheless, Mary Mac remains humble and just wants the world to feel good, through reflections of her sound and energy, each and every time she spins.
DJ Luna Rósa
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DJ Luna Rósa
Luna Rósa is a Brooklyn-based DJ, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. A true music lover—she refuses to confine herself to any one specific genre. Inspired by everything from Motown, disco, hip-hop, pop, house, and global fusion, she takes pride in her ability to deeply connect with all crowds, taking them on an intoxicating and nostalgic rollercoaster of multidimensional music mastery.
She began making waves in 2017 after being invited by a mentor to DJ for over 20,000 guests at 'Curl Fest', a festival celebrating the magic of natural beauty. From there, she began gaining recognition for her energetic, genre-bending music style from some of the industry's biggest players in art, music, fashion, and film. Some notable clients being: Mexican filmmaker, Guillermo Del Toro & Netflix for the NY screening of Pinocchio (2022). Marvel & the cast of Black Panther Wakanda Forever for the Official NY screening after party. Becky G, Tresluce Beauty, The Rubin Museum, Gabriel Union, & The Morgan Library to name a few. She also DJ’s the annual mixer for NewFest, New York’s leading LGBTQ+ Film Festival.
Her passions don't stop at DJing though. Luna has prioritized using music as a tool to create sonically vibrant and safe spaces for the queer community to move and release. In March 2023, Luna launched a global music ladies night called 'MAMI' at C'mon Everybody—one of Brooklyn's beloved bars that provides a community space for LGBTQIA+ community. It is now a bi-monthly series that centers QTBIWOC and highlights music from around the world; from reggaeton, to afrobeat, to dancehall and beyond. For NYC Pride 2023, Luna collaborated with a team of 10 other Brooklyn-based queer event curators to create an all-day mega party—SorBae—highlighting a wide range of music genres and offering a safe space to dance and feel free. SorBae sold over 1,600 tickets on its first launch!
Karaoke DJ Dawn Michaels
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Karaoke DJ Dawn Michaels
Dawn Michaels is the owner of DMCSound. Dawn began her quest of being a disc jockey at 16 years old. She was born with the gift to understand the power of music and has used that gift for over 25 years as a pioneer in the entertainment industry.
Initially, Dawn began her career as a singer performing with numerous wedding bands. Eventually, Dawn brought her amazing vocal talent and experience to the mobile disc jockey industry. From being a live vocalist to playing music of the past and the present, Dawn truly stands out as a mobile disc jockey entertainer.
Throughout Dawn's career she has been fortunate to work at one of the music industries greatest studios known as the Hit Factory. Dawn had the honor of working with Vanessa Williams, Luther Vandross, Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, and many more. Dawn had the pleasure of making her debut in the Off-Broadway show, My Big Gay Italian Funeral, starring as Fanny Zuchaitti. In addition to running DMCSound Dawn has worked with many charitable organizations, such as Autism Awareness.
As mentioned in Plato's quote, "music gives soul to the universe,"—for Dawn, being able to share her gift and do what she loves is priceless and she is profoundly grateful. She currently makes her home in Southern Florida, where she spins for community events and functions, keeping the dance floors full of joie de vivre!
*Entertainment is subject to change.