Ann Hampton Callaway

Ann Hampton Callaway - Brand G Cruise Norway and Iceland JUN 18 - JUN 26, 2024 Bergen, Norway CAST Ann Hampton Callaway Ann Hampton Callaway is one of America’s most gifted artists in pop and jazz. A leading champion of the great American Songbook, she’s made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host and producer. Voted by Broadway World as “Celebrity of the Year” and two years in a row as “Best Jazz Vocalist,”. Ann is best known for her Tony-nominated performance in the hit Broadway musical “Swing!” and for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series “The Nanny.” She made her feature film debut opposite Angelina Jolie and Matt Damon in the Robert De Niro film “The Good Shepherd”. Ann Hampton Callaway is a Platinum Award selling writer whose songs are featured on seven of Barbra Streisand’s recent CD’s. She’s recorded over 50 CDs as a soloist and guest and her latest critically acclaimed CD “Fever: A Peggy Lee Celebration!” has been in high rotation on Siriusly Sinatra. Ann’s honour’s include The Theatre World Award, 16 MAC Awards, several Bistro Awards, The Mabel Mercer Award, The Johnny Mercer Award for Song writing, The Blanton Peale Award for Positive Thinking and her induction into The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame. Effie Passero Brand g is thrilled to welcome back singer/songwriter Effie Passero as a Brand g – Signature Entertainer. Effie, who is classically trained and an accomplished pianist, transcends various music genres. Currently based in Mexico, she hails from Los Angeles and is actively involved in writing musicals and collaborating with artists worldwide when not traveling. Following her appearance on Season 16 of American Idol, Effie’s star has soared, headlining with Post Modern Jukebox globally and making her Carnegie Hall debut in October 2023. If Effie’s voice doesn’t give you goosebumps, you might need a pulse check. As a proud supporter of the LGBT+ community, we are thrilled to have her perform for you. Ben Papworth It is wonderful to have Ben back on board a brand g cruise especially as he has just finished touring as MD of the musical Titanic. So, we are delighted to keep the water theme going – though hope for a happier ending on this sailing. As well as accompanying other artists, Ben will be entertaining us with his fabulous voice and witty banter. Ben is also a sought after singing teacher so now is your chance to shine. With Special Guest Artist Meghan Murphy – The Big Red Brand g are proud to claim Meghan as one of our regular Signature Entertainers and so pleased she cam do a guest appearance on this cruise. California born “Meghan Murphy truly stops the show. Period”. In musical theater theatre she had played lead roles in Spamalot, Rent, Smokey Joes Café, Cabaret and Mama Mia to name a few. As The Big Red her cabaret performances wow audiences in Chicago, LA, New York, London, Puerta Vallarta and on many cruise ships round the world. We assure you she will have you laughing, crying and begging for more.