Singer/Actress & Voice Teacher Lisa Golda

Mar30
Studio News
Posted in: News, Studio
My students have been accomplishing extraordinary things this spring! Congratulations to Caitlin Barclay, who is one of five finalists for the Ruth DeYoung Kohler Scholarship; up to 60k, awarded to two graduating high school seniors in Sheboygan County for artistic merit. Caitlin was also recently named an alternate for Kids in Wisconsin and received a four-year music scholarship of 20k at Carthage College. Genevieve Gannon, who just completed a run as Babe in the Plymouth HS production of Good News, received a substantial music scholarship at St. Norbert’s College.
In other studio news, Brynn Crocker, Kayla Hang, Susan, Jim, and Ben Johnson, and Caitlin Barclay were all cast in the upcoming STC production of Guys and Dolls. Danielle Rammer is performing in the Lakeland Production of Godspell. Michelle White is starring as Jeannie in Carte Blanche Studios’ upcoming production of The Great American Trailer Park Musical in Milwaukee, WI. Jocelyn Dawson is rehearsing for a local production of Anything Goes. Erin Walton is in rehearsal with Soulstice Theatre for their upcoming production of American Enterprise. Rich Kottke, Lauren Ensor, Genevieve Gannon, Brynn Crocker, Hannah Miller, Michelle Zuehlke, and Caitlin Barclay were all advanced to the state level for Solo & Ensemble, in addition to Rachel O’Keefe and Erika Herrman, who competed in earlier rounds.
I’m so proud of all my students and their numerous accomplishments!
Mar27
Raves for “codadiva” !
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Liysa Callsen’s “codadiva” drew a full house and critical approval on opening night! Read a review from Russ Bickerstaff of the Shepherd-Express here: http://www.expressmilwaukee.com/blog-6680-liysa-is-an-amazing-artist-and-her-ability-to-relay-.html
Mar26
Premiere of “codadiva” tonight!
Posted in: News, Performance
Liysa Callsen’s new one-woman show, “codadiva”, opens tonight at 7 pm at the Vox Box. The Vox Box is located at the Marian Center for Non-Profits, 3211 S. Lake St. Suite 423. Tickets are $10. Cash bar. To purchase tickets in advance, visit the Facebook event. Liysa’s solo exploration of the isolation and insights arising from experiences growing up hearing in a deaf household will speak to everyone. To read a preview article by Damien Jaques of onmilwaukee.com, click here: http://onmilwaukee.com/ent/articles/codacourage.html
Mar17
Eloquent Silence with “codadiva”
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The Vox Box is proud to present the premiere of Liysa Callsen’s autobiographical tragicomedy, “codadiva,” March 26 and April 2 at 7 pm! Liysa’s powerful and poignant retelling of her experiences growing up “coda”, (a child of deaf adults) demonstrates how she transformed the isolation of difference into the empowerment of individuality. Part theatre, part dance, and part inspiration, codadiva will be performed in American Sign Language by Liysa with spoken interpretation. Silence has never been so eloquent. Visit the Facebook event to reserve your tickets ($12 each); seating is limited. The Vox Box is located in the Marian Center for Non-Profits at 3211 S Lake St., Suite 423, in Milwaukee, WI.
Feb28
Studio News
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Congratulations to Rachel O’Keefe, Michelle Zuehlke, and Erika Herrmann, all of whom made it to the State Level in their musical theatre events. Erika was also advanced for her classical solo, and Rachel for multiple ensemble pieces. Selections they performed included Honeybun, Turn Back O Man, and Moonfall. I’ll post further results as my students complete their auditions for S & E and college programs.
In other educational news, I’ve been working on a script for Chicago Opera Theatre’s “Opera for All” program, in which I work as a Teaching Artist. This spring, our students at four Chicago area schools will present the opera they’ve been working on with us and various other artists, including the late great Mary Scruggs of Second City, who taught the kids how to write lyrics. The opera, “School Rules!”, concerns a child’s day at school with flights of fancy including chocolate milk protest songs and celebrations of family legacy and heritage. It’s going to be exciting!
Feb14
Vox Box Presents: MezzoPiano
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Enjoy a night of star-studded songs and melodramatic musings with cabaret duo MezzoPiano and their musical revue “Oh, to be a Movie Star!”
MezzoPiano is Christine O’Meally and Ryan Cappleman. O’Meally has performed at Washington Opera, Chicago Opera Theatre, and the Skylight. Cappleman has appeared with the Skylight, In Tandem, and various Milwaukee theatres.
Glamourous get-ups requested, but not required. Nibble cinematic snacks at the after-party.
February 20, 7-9 pm, at the Vox Box at the Marian Center for Non-Profits. 3211 S Lake, Suite 423 (elevator to 4th floor) Tickets: $10. Cash bar. Stay tuned here and on FB.
Feb14
WordPlay: Long-Distance Love
Posted in: Lisa's Poetry, relationships
truck stop, next exit
It’s worse when you are home than when you are
gone.
At least we have a conversation, of sorts,
Twice a week,
Brakes hissing and engines running in the background.|
You are usually eating, tired,
but we can fill our allotted 45 with the little business
and the occasional laugh.
I hear your voice and imagine
That I am most important to you
Even though our words are rationed
By the satellite that promised to keep us in sync. Read More
Feb3
Let’s Hear it for the Vox Box!
Posted in: News, Uncategorized
Thanks to Damien Jaques, long-time Milwaukee theatre critic and contributing writer for onmilwaukee.com, for a wonderful feature introducing the Vox Box to Milwaukee!
Visit the Vox Box section of this website to learn more about upcoming performances, my mission, and for a link to Damien’s feature. Or, click here: http://onmilwaukee.org/ent/articles/lisagoldavoxbox.html
Feb2
Studio News
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It’s time to recognize several Vox Box students for their amazing accomplishments! In December, mezzo soprano Elaine Wang Meyerhoffer of Palm Springs, CA, gave a recital to a 500+ crowd at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music in China. Elaine was accompanied by Richard Bentley (Oberlin, U of Michigan). She also studies voice with Nina Hinson (Santa Fe Opera, USC, UCLA). Caitlin Barclay, soprano, was advanced to the Los Angeles finals in the Classical Singer competition, and will be featured in the spring Senior Honors Recital at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center in Sheboygan, WI. New student Kamilah Lay, already a seasoned pro performer, is starring as the Little Engine in “The Little Engine that Could” at First Stage Children’s Theatre in Milwaukee, WI. And high school senior Genevieve Gannon was invited to participate in the opera workshop at St. Norbert’s College when she arrives next year, even enrollment is normally limited to sophomores and up! I am proud and privileged to work with such talented and industrious singers!
Jan20
Chicago Opera Playhouse makes headlines!
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I’m currently playing Mama Bear for Chicago Opera Playhouse in a touring children’s production of Goldilocks and the Three Bears. This past week, we performed for Ames Elementary School at the conclusion of a week-long residency conducted by COP founder Linden Christ. Check out this link for cute pics! http://rblandmark.com/main.asp?SectionID=1&SubSectionID=1&ArticleID=7010&TM=67613.36