CYrens
The songs of cy coleman
A musical revue celebrating the legendary Broadway composer and jazzman Cy Coleman.
Cy Coleman was a multi Tony Award winning composer of shows such as Sweet Charity, Barnum, On the Twentieth Century, The Life and City of Angels but his musical roots were in the jazz world. Coleman was a virtuosic jazz pianist. He recorded several bestselling albums with the famed Cy Coleman Trio. His show tunes were in a class of their own he was always reaching for that special chord, that unexpected rhythm. He was definitely the coolest cat on Broadway!
Cy Coleman’s songs are known for their sophistication and wit. Amanda Harrison (Wicked), Chelsea Renton-Gibb (Chicago) and Melissa Langton (The Fabulous Singlettes) are also known for their sophistication and wit – but more for singing loud and high and knowing how to sell the hell out of a song!
Siren (noun): 1. A woman who is very attractive, but also dangerous.
2. A piece of equipment that produces a loud, high pitched warning sign.
Cyrens (noun): All of the above. Add Cy.
Coleman wrote hits for Sinatra, Bassey and Tony Bennett – but “Witchcraft’, ‘Big Spender’ and “The Best Is Yet To Come’ are just the tip of the musical iceberg!
Cyrens is performed with a four piece band, some dangerously close three part harmony, a few jokes and a dash of Bob Fosse.
“Fun, Laughs, Good time!”
Devised and arranged by Mark Jones
Chelsea Gibb
After graduating from WAAPA (Western Australia Academy of Performing Arts) Chelsea was cast as the lead role “Roxie Hart” in the Broadway sensation CHICAGO, a role she went on to play for four years throughout Australia and South East Asia. Other musical theatre credits include; Reno Sweeny in ANYTHING GOES, Ruby Red in GET HAPPY, Queenie in Andrew Lippa’s THE WILD PARTY, Anna in the critically acclaimed THE KING & I and new Australian musical's THE NEW BLACK at The Arts Centre Melbourne, PINK, Amity Dry's FAMOUS and Whitney in the Australian premiere of DREAMSONG, Chelsea also received critical acclaim for her portrayal of Margaret White in the musical CARRIE, and she performed with 10 of Australia’s biggest names in Musical Theatre in the Musical JERRY’S GIRLS for The Production Company. In NINE Chelsea performed the role of Sereghina at the Melbourne Recital Centre. Chelsea’s most recent role was Sally Bowles in CABARET at the Hayes Theatre in Sydney and the Athenuem Theatre in Melbourne.
Chelsea performs constantly in corporate events throughout Australia and in over 30 countries worldwide. Performing jazz, modern and musical theatre including her own cabaret shows such as LUCY AND JESSIE, IN THESE SHOWS, and her new show THAT’S LIFE. Some of Chelsea’s television credits include; All Saints, Good Morning Australia, In Melbourne Tonight, Mornings with Kerri Anne, Just Fresh, The Lost World, Sale of the Century and she was a regular presenter on Foxtel /Channel 10’s Beauty and the Beast. Chelsea’s film roles include Warner Brother’s – GEORGE OF THE JUNGLE 2 and the character of Vicki Tremble in JOSH JARMON.
Amanda Harrison
Theatre credits span three continents, including performances in the USA, the UK and Australia, and is currently playing Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show with Craig McLachlan. Amanda made her professional debut playing Jenny in ASPECTS OF LOVE. Other theatrical credits in Australia include Betty in SUNSET BOULEVARD, LES MISERABLES, Ellen in MISS SAIGON, Liza in THE BOY FROM OZ, Ellie in LEADER OF THE PACK and WE WILL ROCK YOU, for which she was awarded the 2004 Helpmann Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Musical for her portrayal of Oz. For The Production Company, Amanda has appeared in MAME, SHE LOVES ME, GUYS AND DOLLS, OKLAHOMA and as Reno Sweeney in ANYTHING GOES.
Amanda is most well-known for originating the role of Elphaba in the Australian production of WICKED. Amanda created the role of Paula in the world premiere of AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN and most recently appeared as Donna/Oolie in CITY OF ANGELS for Life Like Company.
On London’s West End, Amanda played Ali in MAMMA MIA! and appeared in the original London cast of WE WILL ROCK YOU. In concert Amanda has performed in DO YOU HEAR THE PEOPLE SING? with Lea Salonga and Michael Ball, at The Sydney Opera House in THE MUSIC OF QUEEN - A ROCK AND SYMPHONIC SPECTACULAR and WITCHES with the SSO. In New York, Amanda sang at Carnegie Hall for G’day Australia Week in 2009. Amanda voices characters on GET ACE for Channel 10, and her sensational cabaret show UP CLOSE AND REASONABLY PERSONAL has played seasons across the country.
Melissa Langton
Her versatility as an entertainer is highlighted by her unique performances in cabaret, music theatre and on the concert platform.
Her theatre appearances include CURTAINS (Carmen Bernstein), CITY OF ANGELS (Angel City Four), INTO THE WOODS (Jack’s Mother), WE WILL ROCK YOU (Killer Queen), Stephen Sondheim’s FOLLIES (Stella Deems), STRANGE BEDFELLOWS (Vonnie), HOW TO KILL YOUR HUSBAND (Angel), DAMN YANKEES (Gloria Thorpe), CAROUSEL (Nettie Fowler), SUGAR (Sweet Sue), 42ND STREET (Maggie Jones), CRAZY FOR YOU (Patricia Fodor), THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, THE MIKADO, HMS PINAFORE (The Fabulous Singlettes), EUROBEAT, MARRY ME A LITTLE, SIDESHOW ALLEY, AFTER THE BEEP, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, LES MISERABLES and THE THREEPENNY OPERA.
Her cabaret shows have been presented in New York, Dublin, The Adelaide Cabaret Festival, Sydney Cabaret Convention, The Melbourne Cabaret Festival, The Auckland Festival, and The Famous Spiegeltent at the Melbourne Festival. She is also a member of the popular girl group THE FABULOUS SINGLETTES, performing since 1998 for corporate functions and in concert throughout Australia, Asia and Europe.
Melissa received 2002 Green Room Awards for Best Cabaret Artist and Best Cabaret Ensemble (with Mark Jones) and was the winner of The 2001 Sydney Cabaret Convention.
Her debut album, When The Rain Falls Up was released in Australia and London in 2001.
Mark Jones (Musical Director)
credits as a singer/actor include A Golem Story (Malthouse Theatre), The School For Wives (Bell Shakespeare), Goodbye Vaudeville Charlie Mudd (Malthouse Theatre & Arena Theatre), The Beautiful Losers (The Melbourne Comedy Festival, Malthouse Theatre, The Adelaide Cabaret Festival), Cautionary Tales For Children (The Victorian Arts Centre, Arena Theatre Company), Good Evening – The Sketches of Peter Cook & Dudley Moore (National Tour), The Suicide Show (The Victorian Arts Centre), Elizabeth – Almost by Chance a Woman (Malthouse Theatre), Eurobeat (Korean Tour), Three Weill Men (Adelaide Cabaret Festival, The Famous Spiegeltent), Everybody’s Got Something to Hide (except for me and my monkey) (The Adelaide Cabaret Festival, National Tour) and Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris (Anthill, Chapel off Chapel).
He is one of Melbourne’s busiest cabaret musical directors. He has accompanied some of Australia’s top cabaret artists including Judi Connelli, Toni Lamond, Melissa Langton, Sylvie Paladino, Chelsea Gibb, Geraldine Quinn, Dolly Diamond and Marina Prior.
Compositional credits include Goodbye Vaudeville Charlie Mudd, Cautionary Tales For Children, The Beautiful Losers, After The Beep, The Tales of Peter Rabbit, Pinocchio – The Greatest Little Show On Earth, Carnival Joe, Elizabeth – Almost by Chance a Woman and A Golem Story.
Green Room Awards: Goodbye Vaudeville Charlie Mudd (Best Actor and Best Composition 2010), The Beautiful Losers (Best Cabaret Ensemble 2007 & 2006), Three Weill Men (Best Musical Direction of a Cabaret 2003), Me and Mr Jones (Best Cabaret Ensemble 2002) and Jacques Brel is Alive And Well And Living In Paris (Best Cabaret 2000).
what people are saying.
“....three incredibly talented women in their own right but put them together and you have one hell of a powerhouse show ”
“....perfect harmonies and impeccable timing. Individually these women are incredibly talented, together they are absolutely spectacular.”
“★★★★
“Three exquisite voices”
“It’s as if they have been singing together forever”
“Stunning”
“Witty banter and slick singing”
“Thrilling”