Presented by Music Director/Educator Caryl Ginsburg Fantel
With Performances by Karen Cohen and Robert Koutras
Take a lively journey at GLAZER HALL through the history of musical theatre that’s both educational and entertaining! This engaging event celebrates the creators, songs, stories and stars that have shaped the Broadway musical, tracing the evolution of the art form from its roots to today’s blockbuster productions. Filled with memorable melodies, fascinating behind-the-scenes insights and dynamic performances, host and pianist Caryl Fantel and friends will highlight iconic Broadway moments. Whether you’re a lifelong theatre enthusiast or discovering musical theatre for the first time, this captivating presentation offers a fun, inspiring and unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages.
Caryl Ginsburg Fantel is a multiple Carbonell, Silver Palm and REMY Award-winning Music Director and Pianist, as well as an Event Producer, Arts Advocate and Educator. She serves as Music Coordinator/Music Director for the Florida Atlantic University Department of Theatre and Dance and its BFA in Musical Theatre program, and continues to collaborate with theatre professionals on projects throughout the South Florida region, including the annual Carbonell Awards ceremony. Other credits include performances at Carnegie Hall and Seattle’s acclaimed 5th Avenue Theatre, South Florida’s Maltz Jupiter Theatre and Zoetic Stage, as well as many regional theatres around the country. She has accompanied performances for Andrea Bocelli and numerous Broadway performers including Liz Callaway and Beth Malone, and has prepared vocal ensembles for performances with Hugh Jackman, for the TONY Awards and other special events. Caryl is also a private audition coach, workshop presenter and a member of the Broward County Cultural Council.
Karen Cohen is a recent graduate of the Master of Fine Arts program at Florida Atlantic University.Favorite roles at FAU include Cookie in Rumors, Katherine in Freaky Friday, and Ruth in The Pirates of Penzance. Regional credits: Clara in Memphis, Maggie in 42nd Street, and Molly in The Full Monty (LPAC); Nun/Ensemble in Sister Act (MNM); Steffy in I Ought to Be in Pictures (WBTC); and Fräulein Kost in Cabaret (PPTOPA).
Robert Koutras is a South Florida-based actor, writer and composer. Credits include Off-Broadway: Sessions (Original Cast); Tours: Full Monty, Grease. Regional Credits include Daniel in Daniel’s Husband(Plays of Wilton); Dr. Madden in Next To Normal (Carbonell nom.) and Ernst in Cabaret (Zoetic Stage); Clyde in Bonnie & Clyde, King Arthur in Camelot, Lonny in Rock of Ages and Jimmy Ray in Bright Star (TheatreZone); Gregory in Love! Valour! Compassion! and Josh in Rotterdam (Island City Stage); Basilius in Head Over Heels (Slow Burn); Bill in Mamma Mia! (The Wick), and Leo Frank in Parade (Carbonell nom.) and Bud in How To Succeed… (Broward Stage Door).
