Night Of Dreams Cast of Players & Supporters- Musician, Dancers & Artists for Night of Dreams- Pillow Fight for Life Show and Festival!

Bill West of Pull - Solo

-winners of Fox50 and American Idol Producers Great American Band contest.

 GLORYDIVE 

Mark Nippert, Taylor Roberts, Brian Tavener

Rebecca Lynne

Indie / Acoustic / Folk Rock

Jessi Hamilton

RHYTHMICITY        

African, Afro/Cuban drumming and more!

 Roots Music / Blues / Reggae

"2007 TRIANGLE BLUES SOCIETY 3RD PLACE WINNERS"

   The Motorcades

Night of Dreams Teen showcase group

Tara Campbell;  Dancer, Choreographer from

Colorful Waves Bellydance Troup 

Presenting the beauty of Middle Eastern Dance and music

FEATURED ARTISTS:

  by
Artist
Carolyn S. Goodridge

Also works by:  Kathy Kochevar

     by Maria Heaton 

FEATURED AUTHOR

Featured Author:  BOOK SIGNING!

  www.zeldalockhart.com  

North Carolina Writer Appearance

A graduate of Norfolk State University, and Old Dominion University, Zelda Lockhart is author of Fifth Born, published by Atria Books/Simon & Schuster Aug. 2002. The novel was a Barnes & Noble Discovery selection, and recently won a finalist award for debut fiction from the Zora Neale Hurston/Richard Wright Legacy Foundation. Lockhart is also the author of The Evolution, a serial novella, currently appearing in the archives of USAToday.com's Open Book series. Lockhart has just finished a second novel, Cold Running Creek, which will be published in November 2006 by LaVenson Press. Her other works of fiction, poetry and essays have been anthologized and appear in journals and magazines with national distributions. She currently resides in Hillsborough, North Carolina with her two children.

Zelda's Publications

PAST AND CURRENT CAST

PAST CELEB SUPPORT- THANK YOU FOR YOUR WILLINGNESS TO SUPPORT NIGHT OF DREAMS!!!

Jeff Timmons, Founder of 98 Degrees

Transitioned from teen hero to young adult entrepreneur, keeping his professionalism and enthusiasm

Known as the founding member of the multi-platinum selling group 98 Degrees.  He has gone solo, at least, temporarily, and plans to perform with his beloved group again that brought such mega hits as “The Hardest Thing”  “I Do.” "Invisible Man" "Give Me Just One Night" "Because of You" and the number one hit with Mariah Carey "Thank God I Found You".   -- Read More about Jeff   We love you for your kindness!!! Night of Dreams Cast

ADDITIONAL MEMBERS OF OUR PAST CAST!

MarkAdam, Cast 2004

“Quirky”, “Volcanic” “Musically Confused” and “We’ve Heard Worse” are some of the terms that have been used to describe MarkAdam over the past year -- but perhaps CMJ sums it up best with “It MarkAdam music”. Virtuosic in his guitar playing coupled with soulful singing and writing, are terms that would better describe him.

Regardless of classification, he and his underground music have been experiencing the kind of buzz that is rightly reserved for artists that bring something new and fresh to the table. Since the release of his first studio album four years ago, MarkAdam has received many accolades including award nominations, press reviews and the placement of his song “Lay Down My Mind” in the indie flick, “Land of Loneliness”.
www.markadam.net

Steve Alvin, Cast 2004- drummer

Since 1979, Steve Alvin has had passion for radio! Being a drummer since the age of six has had its advantages as well. From serving as President of the Radio Club at Sanderson High School in Raleigh, North Carolina to major market success as a DJ with 103 WSHE in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Steve has more than twenty years of experience in the radio and music industry. He has shared the stage with acts such as: BB King, Bad Company, The Connells, Damn Yankees, Faith No More, Fishbone, Harold Melvin & The Bluenotes, Ready For The World, SOS Band, The Veldt, Winger…and having performed as a member of the Voltage Brothers and Johnny Quest, the list just goes on!

Email: Steve Alvin

Andy and Eddie Blair, Cast 2004

Playing guitar since age 7, Andy Blair is a 13 year old certain to make his mark on the music scene. A student of Richard Fitzgerald of Burt's Music in Cary, he has played with musicians from some of Raleigh's most memorable bands such as The Embers, Arrogance, The Shades, Sidewinder, and Nantucket. His musical tastes and abilities include classic rock, R & B, and jazz; and influences include: AC/DC and Led Zeppelin, to Stevie
Ray Vaughan, Jeff Beck, and John Scofield.

Eddie Blair is a former professional musician/saxophonist performing all over the US during the 70s and 80s, playing rock n roll, R & B, jazz, and pop music. Eddie currently performs with

The Shades, playing a variety of venues with with a musical emphasis on Motown, Beach, Disco/Funk and Classic Rock & Roll. Eddie's greatest joy is collaborating and performing with his son, Andy.

Kim Buchanan, Cast 2004

Kim Buchanan, an award winning songwriter, creates an intimacy with her audiences. Through her lyrics and the emotion she conveys with her powerful, yet soulful, vocal abilities, Buchanan's sincerity about the music embraces the listener. Whether performing to a full house on the Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage, or in the intimate setting of a house concert, audiences are guaranteed to receive a magical performance.

Buchanan has released 2 Independent CDs with Not Your Mama's Folk Records & 2911 Productions. Illusions, released in the spring of 2002, is a strong follow-up to her nationally recognized debut CD Will I Ever Know? Both discs have received international airplay, and rave reviews.

Lori Bush, Cast 2004 & 2005- Singer

Lori Bush has always had a love of music since she was able to talk - which of course, was very early. She sang everything she could, from singing the ABCs to making up songs when she had to memorize college engineering principles. Lori comes from a musical family, an aunt that is an accomplished operatic singer to a singing clown for a mother.

She sang in a college band years ago - called Shag and the Carpets. "We thought we were good." Lori is a former member of the Cary Concert singers an accomplished Singer in the Shower, a lover of Karaoke and inspired a ad hoc Karaoke group called Bush and the Shrubs. Outside of singing Lori has a strong Interest in democracy and the political process. She is a valued member of Cisco here in the Triangle area and an avid supporter of the community.

Angela Davis, Cast 2003, 2004, 2005 & 2006

Choreographer and founder of White Lion Productions, Angela Kenyon Davis began her hip hop training in London at the acclaimed Pineapple Dance Studios as well as performed in BBC television specials and VHS Europe. In the US , Angela has continued her training to include study with professional choreographers including Dave Scott of B2K & You Got Served; Rhapsody, Geo, & Jermaine Browne of Broadway Dance Center in NY; Brian Freedman of The Edge in LA and Brittney Spears; and J. Lo's Barry Youngblood, among others. Her Hip Hop Fusion choreography style draws on her classical training from former Joffrey Ballet mistress Francois Martinique and her intensive studies with Martha Graham company member Kay Richards in addition to jazz through the Chicago based Hubbard Street Company. Her choreography has won platinum at national dance competitions and has appeared at Disneyland's Dance Masters Finals. Angela has choreographed and performed in TV specials for ABC and NBC, commercials for Time Warner Cable, Harley Davidson's Birthday Celebration at Altell Pavillion, events at the Raleigh Convention Center and The Night of Dreams at the BTI Center in Raleigh. Her Workshop Series which highlights different styles of dance from rhythm tap to hip hop choreography and breaking, features guest instructors from across the country and continues to gain popularity throughout the Triangle at NC State, Duke, Broadway Dance Project, North Carolina Theatre, Academy for the Performing Arts, Durham School of the Arts, and many others. Angela joins Ghetto Prince Productions as a contributing vocalist and lyricist, specializing in her own spoken word style. Her unique sound which is captivating in its intensity plays with jazz mixes and hip hop beats. Her first single, Another Place in Time, was featured on Clear Channel station, G105 and Radiostad 107.8 in Berlin, Germany, and can be purchased on CD Baby.com as a single or part of the compilation album, Puttin it Down for Your Town by Ghetto Prince Productions. Angela has gained mention in both the Raleigh Observer and the Herald Sun. Check for upcoming vocal and dance performances on www.whitelionproductions.com.

Tony Dickens, Cast 2003, 2004 & 2006 Special Events

Guitarist, Singer Songwriter

Carleen Dubin, Cast 2004 (aka Comfy the Clown)

If you have not had the opportunity to see a performance by Comfy the Clown, you are truly missing out.

After retiring as a computer programmer, Carleen Dubin, aka Comfy, decided to volunteer her time through clowning. After several courses on clowning through Wake Tech, Comfy the Clown was born and found her way to the doorsteps of needy assisted living, nursing homes, hospitals and retirement villages. Comfy entertains patients and staff with her magic tricks, singing and spunky humor.

No one crosses her path without smiling or laughing.

Michelle Disney, Cast 2003 & 2004 - Singer, Saprano - Pop, Broadway

Michelle Disney has potent pipes, especially for her small frame. At 5' 4" and 95 pounds, audience members often express their astonishment that such a petite girl can sing with her powerful range and soulful rock sound.

Her unending drive allowed her to bring her genuine presence and vocal acrobatics to the stage of the NC Seafood Festival in Morehead City (an annual festival which draws 100,000+ people), in 2001-2003, resulting in an article in COASTER magazine.

With her astonishing four-octave range, Michelle belted out "Natural Woman" on the FOX Christmas special "Carolina Idol" in December 2002, and in May 2004, Michelle was selected from over 700 contestants to join the twenty-five member cast of FOX’s “Gimme the Mike” program, a local month-long singing contest broadcast throughout the heart of Carolina.

www.freewebs.com/michelledisney

Footnotes Tap Ensemble, Cast 2004 & 2005

Footnotes Tap Ensemble (footnotestapensemble.org) was founded by Mimi Benjamin and Robin Vail in 2002. The Ensemble's mission is to promote, educate and perform this truly unique American dance art through Community Concerts, Dance Workshops and annual Ensemble Concerts.

Footnotes is rapidly gaining recognition through out the tap community and the Triangle for its varied and highly acclaimed repertoire,innovative affordable workshops and master classes taught by world-renowned artists. The repertoire include pieces choreographed by company members, classic tap dances and commissioned pieces by famous choreographers such as Gene Medler, Michelle Dorrance and Josh Hilberman. Footnotes was awarded the People's Choice award for its performance at "Arts Around the Town" in 2003. In 2004 the company was honored to dance for the Opening Ceremonies of the Special Olympics in Raleigh. Footnotes can be found dancing about once a month at various venues and concerts. For more information contact Robin Vail 919-942-1954 or Mimi Benjamin 919-475-5444 or check the website.
www.footnotestapensemble.org

Shane Gentry, Cast 2004

Shane Gentry has been prevalent in the local music scene for many years. This guy eats, sleeps and breathes music of all styles. Shane is a well rounded musician with guitar being his main instrument. Shane has never followed the trends and instead tried to create new ones. Shane Gentry invented and patented the electric spoons through a long process of trial and error. He took an 'old-time' tradition though to be a dead art form and brought it back to life with electricity. The electric spoons are fully amplified midi triggered spoons with a wide range of effects to play with. It's incredible to see what someone can do with regular household items and make music with them. You'll never look at your silverware the same way again!
www.shanegentry.com

Dawn McDaniel Graff - Music Director, 2003-2006 Singer

Song Writer, Pianist, Guitar, Arranger

Singer/Songwriter Dawn McDaniel Graff has been playing piano since age 4, guitar since age 15 and writing since age 16. A seasoned performer in both covers and originals, Dawn has an ecclectic style that makes it easy for her to engage a variety of audiences in a variety of venues.

An Illinois native with a master’s degree in music, Dawn debuted in Raleigh in 2003 at the first “Night of Dreams Concert” performing originals, and collaborating with talented area musicians. She continues to perform in a variety of venues as well as for private gatherings.

As a writer, she coordinated workshops and events for the Nashville Songwriters Association International, had 9 album cuts by a Chicago recording artist, publishing contracts in Nashville and midwest distribution of 3 wedding pieces.

Her first CD, “Phoenix” has been recently released and was recorded here in Raleigh with the help of several talented local musicians from the NOD cast, including Frank Luck, and TRM members Brian Tavener and Taylor Roberts. It is available on CDBaby and during live performances.
www.cdbaby.com/cd/dmgraff
email: Dawn Graff

Meredith Haight, Cast 2004

I got started with music when I was 11 and tried out for the musical "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" in Michigan. Shortly after that was over, I moved to Pennsylvania. There I tried piano lessons, but only took them for a few months because I realized that I liked playing by ear rather than reading music. I moved to North Carolina and started playing guitar. I started taking lessons from Ken Weigand, and became part of Bamboo music. Currently, I write my own songs, and I play piano, guitar, and bass.

Jessi Hamilton - Cast of 2003-2006

A Pop, Piano, Writer, Arranger, Singer

Nineteen year old Jessi Hamilton, Cast of 2003, 2004 and 2005, is a Raleigh-based singer/songwriter/pianist currently writing and recording her first national CD release. She has recently assembled an 6 piece band, but will be performing mostly solo/unplugged for NIGHT OF DREAMS. She will be performing four of her many original pop/rock compositions. She will also collaborate with Rap artist, Ghetto Prince on a rock/hip-hop song co-written by Hamilton called "Turn Off Shut Down."

Hamilton has recently being receiving rave reviews from media as diverse as ABC Radio Network and Mojo Magazine, the leading music magazine in Britian.

The recordings on her forth coming CD were produced by Raleigh's Chris Stevens (who has worked with artists as diverse as American Idol star, Clay Aiken, and Gospel legend, Shirley Caesar) and Hamilton's NY based manager, Bruce Pilato ( who has worked with artists ranging from Emerson, Lake & Palmer; Asia; The Sex Pistols; and Ringo Starr). Advance limited edition copies of Hamilton's record will be available for sale at the show.
www.jessihamilton.com

Rachel Huang, Cast 2004

Rachel Huang is an all around artist as she plays piano, writes and creates visual art.  She is a sixteen year old at Apex High School where she is a member of the National Honor Society. A dedicated member of the Cary EMS Explorers,   Rachel began playing piano when she was five years old and has earned numerous awards, her most prized being the Gold Cup in which she worked four years to win at the Junior Festival held by the National Federation of Music Club.   Rachel has been classically trained, but is now composing her own works . Rachel is most passionate about God, as she dedicated her life to Him last August. She is happy to work with so many talented people for the show.
www.bamboomusic.net

Marissa Jensen, Cast 2004

Although Marissa Jensen has been a serious student of music since the second grade, performing is relatively new for her. She debuted at Six Strings Cafe just this past year after hooking up with the Bamboo music group. Author of some original music, Marissa plays the piano, guitar, bass and sax. She enjoys recording and listening to all types of music and serves as a music rep for Leeway’s “Home Grown Music Network.”

Ken Johnson, Cast 2004 & 2005

Ken grew up in Carson City, Nevada and has been writing songs for years, but recently decided to get serious about his music. He wants to become one of the best songwriters in the country. He performs locally and wows the crowd everytime with his haunting love songs. His melodies, along with his great voice are something you won't soon forget.
The Long Good Bye

Our Night of Dreams

You were Grand

www.KenJohnsonMusic.com

Beverly Kain - Singer, Cast 2004

Beverly Kain is  a 34 year old wife to a wonderful God-send of a man and a mother to two beautiful little princesses.  Passionate about God, her family, friends and music (in that order), she has been singing her whole life and enjoys performing a variety of music.

Beverly currently sings at church on Sunday  mornings @ Triangle church Morrisville location, (1000 Perimeter Parkway) at 10:00am.  She will be in concert with Ed Jones, who is debuting his CD "Step Into The Light" on December 12, 2004, 7:00pm at the Triangle church Chapel Hill location (5510Barbee Chapel Road).  Her voice has been compared to that of Whitney Houston but her lifestyle is anything  but! 

Beverly can be contacted by at dkain@nc.rr.com

or by phone at  250-9562.

Sandy Kane, Cast 2004

Sandy started singing in churches at age 4 and traveled with her Mother around Eastern NC to perform as a young girl and grew to love playing and performing music. As a teen (age 17) here in Raleigh - she played with the band, Dexter Rex, which opened for Harold Melvin & the BlueNotes, Ready for the World, SOS Band, and others; Traveled with The Amateurs (reggae band) at age 20 regionally (NC, SC, VA). Currently Sandy sings, writes, plays piano, keyboard, and some guitar. She classifies her music as a genre of Adult Americana.What is she passionate about: Spiritual health and well-being, her children,her fiancé, Steve, and performing music however and whenever she has an opportunity to do so.

Sandy won 3rd place in a Billboard songwriting contest as a young song-writer. Today, she plays with a group called "Guitars and Friends" that performs mainly at county Cultural Arts Centers (Nash Co, and Carrboro) and at some festival events and is also the Contemporary Worship Artistic Coordinator at St. Giles Presbyterian Church in Raleigh. She is the mother of two very talented children: Joshua, age 15 - section leader for the drumline at Knightdale High; and London, age14 - young singer/writer, aspires to great fame! (They are actually cousins to a very famous Minneapolitan.)Her music is available on her website URL at   www.angelfire.com/pop/sandykane and Right Where You Belong is available at amazon.com and cdnow.com.
www.angelfire.com/pop/sandykane

Sonya Kelley, Cast 2004

Hailing from Thomasville GA, the passion for music budded early in Sonya Kelley's young life. Her talent was groomed in church and later to bigger venues such as talent shows, pageants and as a lead singer in a college band called Passion. This vibrant 2nd soprano is versatile, but the genres she lends her vocal stylings to mostly are gospel and jazz. She is passionate about creative artists who are driven to perfect their craft.

She has been afforded the privilege to sing with members of the Georgia Mass Choir. As a lead singer, Sonya was directed by worship leader and accomplished pianist, Patrick Lundy, who currently has a new gospel release titled, Standin' with his choir Ministers of Music. Winner and 3rd runner-up of the Ms. Ebony Rose and Ms. Thomasville pageants, Sonya has tested her gift in areas with extraordinarily talented people.

Her love for song has lead her to the community where she has performed at different functions, the latest being the Murdock Center in Butner NC, Christian Homes with Helping To Build His Kingdom Ministries, Divine Country Manor, just to name a few, and will be a guest host and vocalist at the Wake County Administrative Assistant banquet in October. Sonya's repertoire is evolving and her goal of becoming a world renowned worship leader is just on the horizon.

Ericka Wilkins Opera & Hip-Hopera, Cast 2003, 2004 & 2005,

Ericka Wilkins is a North Carolina native by birth, but spent her adolescent years in Phoenix, Arizona. She has been singing and performing since the tender age of 10. Ericka discovered her love of Classical music and Opera during her freshman year of undergraduate study at Southern Colorado State. In search of fulfulling higher performance opportunities in the field of Opera, she relocated to North Carolina and continued her education at Meredith College where she earned her Bachelor of Music Degree in Vocal Performance. Ericka uses her gift of music in the field of Opera and has created and promotes her own original genre called Hip-Hopera.

Ericka performs Classical music and Opera at many weddings, private events, churches and hospitals. Ericka finds indescribable pleasure in being of service to those who are in need of "healing". She has a Light Lyric-Coloratura Soprano. Her timbre is so pleasant and calming even babies are lulled and quieted when hearing her. A music teacher and Spiritualist of 40 years once described her voice as the closest thing to angels she had ever heard. With a desire to heal with her voice, she has even been noted for easing hospital patients who were on life-support systems to their transitions. She sings fluently in 8 languages and has travelled throughout 7 countries in Europe and Israel. Her creation of Hip-Hopera in 2003 has kept her in the recording studio constantly composing and arranging to bring forth the most creative sounds. She was inspired in 1997 to create this original style after realizing a deep desire to give back to her community, especially to children. She aspires to use this genre to perform internationally introducing people all around the world to two very different yet powerful genres.

In addition to performing, Ericka teaches private voice and piano.

Ericka Wilkins
An Angelic Voice for the Soul
Classical Soloist, Hip-Hopera Soloist, Voice and Piano Teacher
www.erickaleewilkins.com
Hear a sample of Ericka's Hip-Hopera

Frank Luck, Cast 2003 & 2004

Frank Luck, singer, songwriter, poet, musician.  A prolific songwriter, virtuosic guitar player who returns to the NOD stage this year to again share his mellow voice and well crafted songs.

Frank has extensive performing and writing experience, and lucky for us, returned to North Carolina to share his musical wisdom.

Rebecca Lynne Band, Cast 2004-2006 Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist

Rebecca Lynne is originally from Newark, Delaware. Growing up, you could find her fiddling with unique harmonies, singing along to the radio. Enrolling in one year of vocal lessons, she honed her skills by singing challenging songs in Italian and French.

After college, Rebecca began singing again, and tackled writing lyrics. Needing some accompaniment, she started out singing for a band. It wasn’t until a friend encouraged her to play the guitar that she pursued the instrument. After being taught a few chords, she was hooked and her own style began to emerge.

As a result of her hard work, she has performed at local coffee shops, listening rooms and even graced the side stage of the Walnut Creek Amphitheatre for the “Deep South Harvest Festival.”

Her song, “Amuse Me’ can be heard on Deep South Records’ “Deep 3” compilation CD. In year 2001, Rebecca volunteered her time and shared her original song, “Incomplete” as well as her upbeat rendition of “Amazing Grace” for a compilation CD featuring local area artists. The CD, “Home Grown Helpin” was developed to raise money for 911 disaster relief.

More recently, Rebecca joined talented musicians from all over to sing in the “Tori Amos Tribute Show” in Carborro, NC. The benefit is held annually to raise money for RAINN, an organization is personally endorsed by Tori Amos.

Rebecca continues to pursue music and is plugging away to record her first full-length album. Mark Dunn (percussion), Sebastien Guyader (bass), Chris Johnson (keys) and John Currie (guitar) are accompanying her on her album, as well as for the Night of Dreams performance.

Rebecca Lynne’s music has been described as indescribable. Yes, you can draw comparisons to Sarah McLaughlin, Jewel, and Norah Jones, but Rebecca Lynne really has sound that’s no one’s but her own. Her music is a unique mixture of folk, pop, and jazz; her voice stands alone with its emotion and richness.

Her lyrics are intriguing and honest. With words that reveal both her vulnerability and her strength, she uncovers the longing and elation she’s experienced in her life. That multi-dimensional facet of her lyrics creates some powerful­and sometimes conflicting­emotions. Listening to her music, you can’t help feeling as if she’s whispering secrets in your ear at one moment, and kicking you out the door and throwing your clothes out the window the next. But that’s why her lyrics ring so true­just as in life, pain and happiness come and go without warning.

Most recently, Rebecca finished her first CD, “Everyday Blues”.It was released at the Night of Dreams Showcase, held at the BTI center in downtown Raleigh, November 5th and 6th of 2004. On the CD, you’ll not only hear Rebecca, but also a talented group of musicians with whom she frequently plays. Together with John Currie (lead guitar), Sébastien Guyader (bass), and Chris Johnson (keys), Rebecca has impressed crowds at many venues in Raleigh, Carborro, Cary, and surrounding areas in NC.
www.rebeccalynne.com

John Currie - guitarist  2004 & 2005

John Currie is a multi-instrumentalist who plays guitar, dobro, flute, and pennywhistle with a variety tof bands at area clubs . He also performs at private engagements as a classical and jazz solo guitarist. He has appeared at a number of North Carolina festivals including Centerfest, Black Mountain Festival, Lake Eden Arts Festival, Fayetteville’s Dogwood Festival and International Festival, AppleChill, Festifall, High Point’s Day in the Park, Festival for the Eno, and First Night Raleigh.

Sebastien Guyader- bass guitarist/guitarist  2004 & 2005

Sebastien was 12 years old when he began playing guitar.  He took jazz lessons for 2 years.  At the age of 17, he picked up his first bass guitar and it soon became his favorite instrument.  He taught himself how to play bass, using his guitar playing skills as a reference. Sebastien played mostly in cover bands in France, in various styles (rock, jazz, fusion...).  He moved to North Carolina 14 months ago to pursue a career in Biology Research at UNC Chapel Hill, and has since started to work on original music with local artists.  In addition to bass, he can play few chords on the guitar, and sing backup vocals.

Chris Johnson, Cast 2004 & 2005

Rumor has it that Chris has been playing keys since he could sit on the bench at the piano. Chris cannot be described by one genre of music. Instead he prefers to experiment in many different styles of music that include; jazz fusion, funk, rock, and modern/contemporary. When Chris is not performing, he enjoys composing and working with musicians who can introduce him to new styles and techniques. Chris is a member of two up and coming Raleigh bands, Zegg (www.zegg.net) and Rebecca Lynne (www.rebeccalynne.com)

“I believe everyone has musical skills. It’s like a different language. But if you’re not having fun at it the potential is lost.”

Matt McGrath, Cast 2004

Why does Matt play music? He's an artist dats why. He has a love for music and drawing and theatre, it's in his blood. Matt can't remember how it all started he believes he just woke up one day and decided  to just buy a bass and start playing. "Okay so I do know because it's fun to play and I enjoy it very much, playing softly to all the punk and hardcore music I listen to."  Matt notes.  He want to be an actor or musician ( "a.k.a I'm going to be working at McDonalds till I die). But... dreams are dreams, and I can persue them all I want and I will.  Disclaimer: Working at McDonalds is not bad. It is a noble thing. I eat there. You should too."

P³

P³ is a well seasoned improvisational trio from the Triangle Area

of North Carolina, featuring Paul Barton, Cast 2004 & 2005 on guitar, Paul Kollar on bass and Phil Wylie on drums. These three accomplished musicians create a sound that leans a bit to the psychedelic rock side, with touches of groove fusion, funk and blues. Following a strong early-70s vibe, the band features a heavy bass drive and soaring guitar work, with solid drumming to hold it all together.

P³ in concert is literally a work in progress, and they pretty much

make it up as they go along. "It's 80 percent improvisation and 20 percent half-baked ideas," said Paul Kollar. Phil Wylie added, "It's the spirit of exploration. We just play, explore new territory, and something cool always happens." Paul Barton quipped, “There’s an excellent chemistry here. It allows us to just cut loose and enjoy it.”

P³ got its start in 2003 as a last minute replacement when the scheduled entertainment

couldn’t make it to The Flipside music club in Clayton, NC. Paul Barton started calling musicians and assembled a three piece band. They didn’t have time to rehearse prior to taking the stage, but the guys had such fun playing together that night and their music got such an enthusiastic reception from the crowd that they decided to form a “real” band.

Cliff Morgan, co-owner of The Flipside music club in Clayton said, "The first time they played, they blew everyone away. That says a lot about these guys that they can just pick up instruments and jam because they’re so good. I always have them back."

Since then, P³ has been playing steadily in the Triangle area. They recorded their debut

CD “Just Made It Up” during a live performance in April of 2003 and will unveil their mixed (studio and live recordings) follow-up effort in November of 2004.

All of their CD’s and more information are available on www.studio415.com/P3 and www.sprawlingproductions.com and samples of their music are available on www.audiostreet.net/P3.

www.studio415.com

www.sprawlingproductions.com

www.audiostreet.net/P3

Ghetto Prince - Hip Hop and Mazi T, Cast of 2003-2006

We already know that this industry is loaded with rappers and even some self proclaimed legends..............

But what we have yet to witness is an artist from today whose lyrical style always pays tribute to the originators of the game. In the mid 1970`s homeboys were in their basements doing this thing called rappin.

They put poetry to song, made it a culture and art. When that happen like putting a fertile egg with sperm,

Hip Hop was born!!!!!!!!

And so was a spirit, named........No other than GHETTO PRINCE

This artist /producer love, respect,and knowledge of hip-hop will make you think he`s the ghost of hip-hop pass.

Ghetto, (who produces his own music and his up and coming artistes), mixes new funky beats with a lyrical style that pays respect to such legends, as Grand Master Flash and the Furious Five and Curtis Blow, just to name a few. Coming with a background of professional music experience, Ghetto is already a member of BMI, and he one of the top 3 finalist in the 1993 Band Slam Contest, held in Rochester, N.Y. He also has touring experience, having toured in Canada, performing his original works.

He has done concerts, opening for such great hip hop acts as KRS 1, Notorious BIG, and Tribe Called Quest, to name a few. He has a library of finished tracks and songs. His stage performance and presence, is that of something magical and would do him a mis-justice to attempt to describe it in writing it is truly a must see.

Ghetto will be singing with his mother, Mazi T an original arrangement of “Summetime”.
www.theghettoprince.com

Belly Revelations, Cast 2004

Belly Revelations is a dance troupe that performs Middle Eastern dance, or bellydance, throughout North Carolina and annually at the Festival for the Eno.  True to their mission of sharing the joy of bellydancing, they host an annual spring workshop where local dancers can learn from nationally known artists.  For the Night of Dreams, Belly Revelations will be joined by some of their sister dancers in the Triangle. 
www.BellyRevelations.com

Taylor Roberts Music, Cast 2003, 2004 & 2005 - Group, Percussion, Violin Guitar, Singer Songwriters

Acoustic rock via guitar, vocals, violin, and hand percussion—this is TRM. Three guys with completely different musical backgrounds and influences have combined pop, classical, and jam-band into one sound - creating a band unlike any other and a live show you don’t want to miss.

TRM (Taylor Roberts, Mark Nippert, Brian Tavener) recorded and released Show and Tell in the Spring of 2003, an EP of five songs, two new arrangements of songs off of Roberts’ 2002 solo album, Picture the Scene, and three brand new tunes. Fans raved, albums were sold, and the trio began playing more and more shows as the year came to an end.
But then something happened. The live shows took on a whole new quality—Roberts began belting new ranges and breaking two strings per show, Nippert went wireless and started playing electric violin while standing on furniture, and Tavener pounded percussion lines that would normally require four arms. The band realized that they had found their sound.

Now, TRM has returned from four months in the studio to bring you their first full-length album, This Weather. With the new 11-track triumph, Taylor Roberts Music will continue touring up and down the East coast. See them locally at top-quality venues like Six String Café (www.sixstringcafe.com) and Tir Na Nog (www.tnnpub.com). Listening rooms, clubs, and amphitheaters alike can only hope to contain the passion and experience of TRM’s live performance. Taylor Roberts Music… It’s gonna be a great show.

Check out TRM on the web at www.taylorrobertsmusic.com for a complete list of live shows, samples from each album, and updated setlists and journal entries.

Talor Roberts Music website

TRM's Angle Sample mp3 (4.1mb)

TRM's Shut Sample mp3 (2.6mb)

Gayle Robinson, Cast 2004

Gayle Robinson started performing when she was around 10 and loved to organize the entertainment for the neighborhood 4th of July parties. Realizing her love for performing, she got involved in school plays, community theater and in later years,  sang with the Lancaster Opera Company in Pennsylvania.

In Raleigh, Gayle has been performing with Opera on the Spot, the Durham Savoyards and various community theaters.  She has sung for Elizabeth Dole, performed a concert in Argentina (in Spanish), sang at the Miss India NC pageant and for the Durham Bulls. Some of Gayle's favorite roles include Nancy in "Oliver" and Mona Kent in "Dames at Sea". She is also a community responsible individual and loves to volunteer for passionate causes.

An award winning vocalist, Gayle won 1st place in the National Association of Teachers of Singing competition - musical theater division.

Rhythmicity - Percussion, Drumming

Rhythmicity, Cast 2003 & 2004, is a percussion ensemble that taps the vibrant and dynamic rhythms of multiple cultures to celebrate, connect and unify. Rhythmicity's members: Tom Everly, Lynn Fitzgerald, Scott Kucera, Erica Lineberry, David McDowell and Ronnie Pulley; each bring their love of music and a unique background to the mix as they spread the joys of rhythm... and invite the audience along for the ride.
www.rhythmicity.org

David Snyder - Writer, Singer Songwriter, Guitarist, Cast of 2003, 2004 & 2005

David Snyder is a Raleigh-based author and songwriter/musician who has recently finished helping to write and record an album of original music in Nashville with the Ross Wright Band. He also has written and produced music with fellow songwriters DJ Coles and other musicians in the genres of pop, and jazz gospel. Prayer for America, by David, DJ Coles, Ross Wright and Dan Shepherd, has been described by some critics as "a new national anthem." David is now currently gearing up for the recording his own album with members of the David Snyder Group, Jason Johnston and Jody McCall..

www.mindread.net

Love at Last Sample mp3 (1.9mb)

Night of Dreams mp3 (3.6mb)

David Snyder & Band

His first book, How to Mind Read Your Customers, was listed first in best books of the year for 2001 by Sales and Marketing Management Magazine.His next book is on the nature of creativity. In his "day jobs" David is CEO of Snyder, Inc., a consulting firm, and is also senior national sales recruiting consultant for Headway Corporate Resources, a national staffing and human resources company. He also has recently finished writing several novels that he feels good about, and is waiting to see if his agent can make the publishing industry feel the same way. Meanwhile, he is holding his breath.

Jody McCall-bass, backing vocals

I’ve been playing for over 20 years, with all kinds of people in all kinds of situations. The music I love is rock, bluegrass, jazz, blues, big band, world music, gospel, Christian rock, and singer songwriter material. I am also a songwriter, singer, and perform as a guitarist (and harmonica) at my church, Abundant Life Church in Hillsborough, NC. I love live gigs and working in the studio and am currently working with Sonic Playland Studios in Mebane. My “thing” is working with everyone, to make everyone sound great!

Jason Johnston

I moved here about 8 years from Anniston, Alabama (where I grew up) because of the job market, in pursuit of a more promising future. My Uncle received a degree in Percussions from Berkley and my dad began playing drums when he was 19 in the Marines. It would appear that I was destined too play drums. Though, as many children do, I rebelled against the family tradition, and started out with the guitar. It took me about two years to realize that I was not a guitar player. With this realization, I decided that I would give the drums a try. After only playing for about a week I knew that this was definitely what I wanted to do. I began to practice with Led Zeppelin, Ozzy, Skid Row and Poison tunes. After 3 months of practice, I joined a band and the rest is history! I was by no means an expert, but was a quick study, and of course there’s always the family destiny to back me up! I have taught myself everything that I know about playing the drums. Now, years later, I have changed the type of Music that I practice with to the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Eric Clapton, although I still tend to put in some of the new stuff (like Creed) while playing along. Since my move to NC, I have not played at all so I am jumping back on the ole’ bike again and peddling away. I have just recently joined David Snyder, whose music is a little different for me to play, but I am enjoying playing it with him and the other band members. I am anxious to see where we go from here.

Merritt Spangler - Singer, Dancer, Cast 2003 & 2006 

17 year old Merritt Spangler is known for her strength, her confidence, her wit and intellengce as well as her desire to give back to children and teens.  In 2005, Merritt created a new fund raising event for the Wake County Boys and Girls Club to raise money for teen college funds. The event was a success in both fund raising and creating a stronger bond with the community. 

Merritt is a singer, dancer and loves music of all types.  She studied dance, voice, music and acting in NYC, Raleigh, NC, Reston, VA and Houston, TX.  She also participated in 2 Duke University Expressions Summer Programs, has rated high marks in Merridith College's spring music competions and continues to dance and sing for fun.  Music and dance are the passions of future law school bound high school senior.

Sariah Whisperingdove

Sariah Whisperingdove, Cast of 2003 & 2004, started singing as far back as she can remember. She first performed live in Wilmington Vermont. Sariah continues to sing and writes emotional lyric about life and people. She is very passionate about her family and helping others who are less fortunate. One of the many things Sariah is proud of is going to Nashville, TN and doing a demo record with songwriting partner Risa Fallingriver. "It was a great learning experience for us, we were able to work with some wonderful musicians and a great producer."

Currently Sariah is performing in Night of Dreams and is very focused on putting a new band together to record and broaden her performing ability.

John Metcalf

“Bongo” John Metcalf has been drumming since he was eight years old. He has always been experimental in his playing, attending drum clinics and occasionally teaching music. He recently was in the “On the Move ” column of Modern Drummer magazine. Aside from drumming, “Bongo” also plays percussion and piano. He is currently involved in several musical projects, and is scoring music for underground film.

Brien Barbour, Cast 2003 & 2005 - “North Carolina’s Best Kept Secret”

Brien comes from a family rich in vocal and musical talent.He began playing guitar and singing when he was only 8 yrs. old,and made his debut appearance on an early morning television show at age 10.He has since been classically trained in both voice and guitar.

Imitating his Dad,a champion quality whistler,Brien became an accomplished whistler himself,and integrates the lost art of whistling,both lovely and lively,into much of his music.

His music is a unique blend of classic rock, favorite love songs light rock, and folk;with a little country and bluegrass tossed in for fun.

He is also a prolific poet.Reading upon request from a substantial cache of literary art.Much of which has been set to musical compostion.Creating lyrical portraits of music and verse.

Downloadable MP3s and Schedule at:

www.soundclick.com/brienbarbour

Jon Batson

Jon Batson’s, Cast member 2005, career spans 40 years, from the 60’s coffee houses of the east coast, around the world a couple of times, to the coffee houses of the west coast. The music has taken him from Washington, D.C. to Alaska, Spain, Portugal and China, where he sang on the Great Wall itself. His albums, singles and videos are collectable, including his first album, now selling for $350 on the Internet and collectable in Europe, Scandinavia, Japan and the US. His latest CD, “Awaken the Dreamer” has placed #12 on the MP3 charts. He has penned several original stage productions, including “A Special Step to Hollywood”, “Hollywood Arcade” and “Young Jenny Scrooge”, and his songs have appeared on television in “Murder She Wrote”, “The Tonight Show” and “Midnight Special”.

Night Of Dreams Cast of Players - Other Artists

Tanisha Bagley- Author

Tanisha Bagley is an author, public speaker, entrepreneur and advocate for victims and survivors of domestic violence. She is also the founder of E.N.S.H.R.I.N.E. (Everyone Needs Support, Help Respect, Inspiration, Nourishment and Empowerment), a non-profit organization that provides safe housing, financial support, job training, mentoring and counseling for women and children who have been victimized by domestic abuse and violence.

Tanisha’s personal testimony (as a survivor of domestic violence) has inspired audiences across the country. Her real life story of tragedy and triumph is featured in a documentary entitled, “Something So Beautiful”—available from Interact, a safety support and awareness agency for individuals impacted by domestic violence.
Price of Love

George Buchanan

George Buchanan, Cast 2004, born in Roxboro, North Carolina in 1956, lives in the beautiful rural setting of Person County, North Carolina with his wife Kim and daughters Casey & Ashley. Buchanan's endeavors as an artist began as a youth when he apprenticed and assisted professional artists in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, and he continued his training in Art/Illustration at Alamance Community College in Burlington, North Carolina. Mr. Buchanan's professional career began in the mid seventies and his work has received numerous awards. His oil paintings, watercolors and etchings are exhibited in corporate, university, and private collections throughout the United States.

ComedyWorx, Cast 2004

ComedyWorx, Raleigh’s original improv company was established in 1989, The troupe of 45 improv comedians produce improvised comedy shows every weekend at their venue at 431 Peace Street in Raleigh. Their traveling company has performed for universities, churches, trade associations, and commercial firms throughout the southeast. In addition, ComedyWorx operates the Kazoom Children’s Theater, provides improv comedy training, team-building workshops for business, and promotes the annual Funny Film Festival. For additional information call 919.829.0822.
ComedyWorx Ad

Jonathan Daniel- African Wire Artist, 2004

Growing up under British rule in Rhodesia (indpendently known as Zimbabwe since 1980), Jonathan used his talent and resourcefulness to transform scraps of wire into toys of wonder.  featured at Exploris Museum in the 2002 hands-on "Imagine, Construct, Play" exhibit, Jonathan has rekindled his boyhood hobby into a business for himself and a means to support orphans and widows in his homeland of Zimbabwe.  Jonathan views art as a means to build self-worth and promote positive attitudes, and he loves to motivate students of all ages to find the creativity and imagination hidden within themselves. 

Jonathan's pieces (ranging in size from one inch geckos to a life-sized motorcycle) have been featured in various locations around the Triangle, including Visual Art Exchange, Artsplosure and Cary's Lazy Daze. Jonathan has been featured several times in the print and television media in the past few years, and he is currently registered with the United Arts Council and is available as a Resident Artist in schools or community groups.

Email:  mambojesu@aol.com
Website: www.jdwireart.com  

Ann Etheridge- Artist

Ann Margaret Etheridge, Artist Display 2004, was raised in Western Pennsylvania and moved to the Raleigh area in 1985.  She works independently from her home studio as a  Certified Fitness Trainer and Healthy Lifestyle Coach.  She lives in Cary with her husband Don  and their dog Carli, a constant and loyal companion.  They enjoy boating on the North Carolina Coast, where time spent on  the water provides much of the inspiration for her numerous acrylic sunsets.

A self taught artist, she began painting with acrylics ten years ago.  Ann further explores her creative side by playing a West African Djembe drum, often hosting drum circles.  Her talents further include preparing fine  dining meals through the use of healthy ingredients and nutritious methods.

Jimmy Williams - photograher, 2003, 2004 and 2005

Most people spend a lifetime in search of a true passion. Not Jimmy. He's spending a lifetime perfecting one - Photography. For over twenty-five years, Jimmy has had the privilege of working on countless concepts with a myriad of creative minds. With every shoot - be it advertising, editorial or personal - Jimmy succeeds in transforming distant ideas and emotions into tangible pieces of work. Jimmy remains humble in his efforts, yet proud of the recognition given to him in nearly every creative show and publication, including Communication Arts, The One Show,The Art Director's Club, Print, Graphis,Adweek's Southeast.

Creative All-Star team and the Addy's, where he walked away with Best of Show honors. Jimmy demands no less than the best from both himself and his JW team - "We strive for the impossible - that's our benchmark." A dedicated business owner, devoted husband and proud father of two, Jimmy continues to share his passion with all who surround him. “I seek to capture intriguing moments in time of people and places that evoke emotions, and create an intimate sense of familiarity between the viewer and the subject.”