Samantha Cole's Celebrity Voice Coach Platform Showcase at The Ridgefield Playhouse on May 20

Twice a year, international recording artist turned vocal coach, Samantha Cole, produces the Celebrity Voice Coach Platform Showcase. The showcase features 20 of Cole’s students performing originals and covers, backed by a live band. Aspiring singers from all over the tri-state area work with Cole to fulfill the dream to sing at the top of their game.  See what Cole’s latest crop of students can do at the CVC Platform Showcase on Sunday, May 20 at 8:30pm at The Ridgefield Playhouse, part of HamletHub Whole New You Series partially underwritten by Adam Broderick Salon & Spa and Reliance Merchant Services. The show is co-hosted by singer Greg Simoneau with music industry special guests Jimmy Greco, Brian Thomas and David Novik. Cole, who has recorded with superstars like David Foster, Shaggy, and Nile Rodgers and has scored Top 40 hits with "Happy With You” and “Without You,” works with professional lighting designers, stagers, and sound engineers to create an unforgettable experience for the performers and the audience.

The goal of the CVC Platform Showcase is to give students the real-life experience of performing in a live show, to showcase their talent in front of live audience and in a professional show setting. Students also gain insider experience in marketing and promoting their own show. Cole prepares students throughout the year for vocal competitions such as “The Voice,” “America’s Got Talent,” “American Idol,” “The X Factor” and “The Four.” Having toured with the Backstreet Boys, Shaggy, and 98 Degrees, she is also currently recording and producing some of her students' EPs and albums. With her connections and relationships in the music industry, Cole offers a unique background that is truly special and hard to find. In addition, Cole shares her experience in songwriting and studio recording, as well as how to navigate the music business.

Samantha Cole is a multi-talented singer, songwriter and performer turned vocal coach and talent manager.  Cole was discovered by Universal Music's Doug Morris and Daniel Glass and promptly signed to Universal Records.  She co-wrote eight of the songs for her self-titled debut album, produced by an all-star team of hit-makers: David Foster, Nile Rodgers, Richard Marx and Rhett Lawrence. The album spawned the Top 40 single "Happy With You.” The follow-up single, “Without You” (written by Cole and Foster), soared to #1 in Asia and was later covered by "American Idol" stars Kimberly Locke and Clay Aiken. She is also known for her top 5 global hit, "Luv Me Luv Me", in which she is featured with international superstar Shaggy. Cole has toured with Backstreet Boys, Shaggy, and 98 Degrees and has collaborated with Boyz II Men, Robin Thicke, Diane Warren, Bon Jovi and Aerosmith songwriting teams, and more. She was also signed to EMI Publishing as a songwriter.

For Tickets ($40) call or visit the box office, 203-438-5795 or go online at ridgefieldplayhouse.org.  The Ridgefield Playhouse is a non-profit performing arts center located at 80 East Ridge, parallel to Main Street, Ridgefield, CT.