Beautiful or bawdy, divine or demonic a Pre Halloween Performance

The Riverside Opera Company presents an experience featuring a captivating blend of popular opera, classical music, country pop, Broadway hits, and vibrant can-can and belly dancing. A unique pre-Halloween production featuring extraordinary performers. An inspiring showcase featuring talented singers, dancers, and instrumentalists, all in costume, celebrating self-expression and empowerment.

The performance takes place Saturday, October 25th 8 pm in the Little Victory Theatre, 4089 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10314.  For more information, please call 718-876-7945

Ticket Information: $30 in advance, $40 at the door. Limited space available.  Free parking. Visit:   mytp.cc/e/137. Refreshments will be available.

Featured Performers Include:

– Suzy Mitchell- A fiery violinist who captivates the audience.

– Noelle Clancy – An Irish immigrant who rises from humble beginnings to achieve greatness.

– Galina Ivannikova – A world-class Ukrainian mezzo-soprano, portraying a powerful “Carmen” with fierce energy.

– Vincenzo Fiorito- An extremely handsome Italian tenor who will dazzle you.

– Jia Yi He – A masked harmonica player sharing unique talent from America’s Got Talent.

– Alison Madill- Showcasing a Western interpretation of “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’.”

– Anna Polyachenko- Our enchanting can-can dancer for the night.

– Chrissy Fong- A virtuoso flutist who brings Sousa to life with a touch of Moulin Rouge flair.

– Emma Dukovny – Singing “Casta Diva” in a stunning blue dress and striking blue boots.

– Carol Tandava and the Tandava Arts Belly Dancers – Embodying grace and strength.

Susan Mitchell is a member of the Richmond County Orchestra and has performed with various symphony orchestras throughout the region. Most recently, she participated in several concerts at Jazz at Lincoln Center with the Leon Lacey Orchestra, supporting gospel artist Kim Burrell.

Galina Ivannikova, a Ukrainian-American dramatic mezzo-soprano and teacher at the Staten Island Conservatory of Music, is praised for her rich, lustrous voice and passionate dramatic portrayals. Described as gusty and emotionally pitch-perfect, she possesses a big, glorious Verdi voice reminiscent of the Golden Age tradition.

Alison Madill, holds an undergraduate degree in music from West Virginia University and a master’s degree in music from Bowling Green State University. She has performed as a young artist with the Toledo Opera and was a featured performer with the Huron Playhouse and Emerald Island Repertory Theater. Alison has sung with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra and the Wheeling Symphony Orchestra. She studied at the Austrian-American Mozart Academy in Salzburg, Austria, where she performed roles such as Die Königin der Nacht from *Die Zauberflöte* and Valencienne from *Die lustige Witwe*. Currently, she balances raising her family, working on Wall Street, and serving as the creative arts assistant for the Church at the Gateway in Staten Island.

Anna Polyachenko, a native Staten Islander, says some of her favorite credits include the National Tour of *Blippi Joins the Band*, *Beauty and the Beats* (an original Disney tribute concert), *Ella Enchanted*, *Frozen*, *The Polar Express*, and dancing and singing at theme parks like Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Nickelodeon Universe, and Playland Park, along with various theater, concert, and short film experiences.