Broadway World Terron Brooks & Kamilah Marshall Rock The Coterie With HOLIDAZE HARMONY
by BWW News Desk
The Coterie is set to present Broadway stars and recording artists Terron Brooks and Kamilah Marshall in their annual holiday music extravaganza Holidaze Harmony. The Black Donny and Marie are back again with a holiday show that is sure to leave you in the Spirit! Terron Brooks (NBC mini-series “The Temptations”, Broadway’s The Lion King) and Kamilah Marshall (Bette Midler Harlette, Broadway’s Hairspray) come together for the fourth year in a row to sing all your favorite holiday songs with a twist. Fun for Everyone! Holidaze Harmony will take place Wednesda, December 14 in The Coterie’s home at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa.
About the Artists
Terron Brooks and Kamilah Marshall have been performing together for a little over 20 years. This is their fourth year doing Holidaze Harmony as well as working together on Broadway in Disney’s The Lion King. Most recently, they spent this past summer touring with Matthew Morrison, star of TV’s “Glee”.
Born and raised in Southern California, Terron Brooks has been singing since the age of six. He has sung with many artists including Stephanie Mills, Smokey Robinson, Michael Jackson, and has performed throughout the US and Europe. He was also a member of the doo-wop group The Alley Cats. On Broadway, Brooks performed the role of “Simba” in Disney’s The Lion King and “Seaweed” in Hairspray. His vocals have been featured on numerous film and TV soundtrack albums including “Tears from the Sun”, “The Adventures of Brer Rabbit“, and ABC’s “Gepetto”. Brooks starred in the romantic comedy All About You with “One Life To Live” actors Renee Elise Goldsberry and Debbie Allen, co-wrote its theme song, and contributed vocals to the soundtrack, which was produced by “American Idol” musical director, Rickey Minor. As an actor, Brooks is a two-time NAACP Award nominee for supporting actor and is best remembered for his critically acclaimed portrayal of “Eddie Kendricks” in the Emmy Award-winning NBC mini-series “The Temptations”. Brooks has a wide fan base that extends from the US to Africa, Germany, Japan, and England. The Los Angeles Times has described his voice as “smooth and soulful.” In 2006, Brooks inked a deal with GoDigital Records for exclusive worldwide digital distribution. He has produced 3 albums: “Prelude”, “Alive”, “Overture”, and is currently working on his fourth album.
Kamilah Marshall just finished touring this summer supporting “Glee” star Matthew Morrison. Theatre Credits include Broadway: The Original Broadway Cast of Hairspray (Dynamite), RENT (Joanne) and Disney’s The Lion King at The Pantages Theatre. Marhsall has backed up Bette Midler as a Staggering Harlette on tours of The U.S. and Australia as well as a two-year run at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Marshall can be heard on the soundtrack of “Sex and the City 2″. Her debut solo album, “Gypsy Moonshine” is available on iTunes. www.kamilahmarshall.com
Holidaze Harmony takes place December 14th, 2011 at 8:00pm in The Coterie at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa. The venue is located on the mezzanine level inside “Twist” Restaurant. Doors will open at 7pm for dinner. Advanced tickets are $15 and may be purchased in advance at www.thecoteriela.com. Children’s tickets are available for $10 in advance. $20 adult/$15 child tickets (cash or credit) will be available at the door 1 hour prior to showtime. $5 standing room only (SRO) is also available at the bar (Must best 21+) in advance or for $10 at the door. While enjoying the music, guests are encouraged to try the delicious appetizers, entrees, desserts, and handcrafted signature cocktails. A two item minimum, per person will apply for admission into the venue. For more information or special seating requests, please call (530) 4-COTERIE.
