Filipino actress and vocal powerhouse Lea Salonga, globally recognized for her Tony Award-winning Broadway roles and as the singing voice of iconic Disney princesses, is set to perform in Singapore, marking her first return after over ten years. From March 20 to 22, 2024, Salonga will headline a series of concerts titled Stage, Screen & Everything In Between at the prestigious Esplanade Theatre, showcasing the breadth of her distinguished career alongside a string ensemble and her band. Fans can anticipate an evening of celebrated hits spanning musical theater classics, beloved Disney soundtracks, and contemporary pop favorites.
Celebrating a Career of Firsts
Salonga’s career is defined by groundbreaking achievements in both the East and West. She first gained international acclaim for her captivating performance as Kim in the original London and Broadway productions of Miss Saigon, a role that earned her a Tony Award in 1991. Subsequently, she broke barriers on Broadway as the first Asian actress to play Eponine in Les Misérables, later returning to the 2006 revival as Fantine. These roles solidified her status as a global musical theater icon.
Her vocal prowess transcends the stage, notably serving as the singing voice for two of Disney’s most cherished characters: Princess Jasmine in the 1992 animated classic Aladdin and Fa Mulan in both Mulan (1998) and Mulan II. Her indelible contribution to the Disney cannon earned her the official title of “Disney Legend.” More recently, she continues to lend her voice to new projects, including the character Celine in the Netflix hit K-Pop Demon Hunters.
An Evening of Iconic Vocal Hits
The Stage, Screen & Everything In Between concert series promises a curated selection of music highlighting these significant career milestones. Audiences will be treated to songs from her most famous roles in Miss Saigon and Les Misérables, alongside the unforgettable melodies from Aladdin and Mulan. Furthermore, the two-hour performance, which includes one intermission, will feature Broadway standards and selected pop tracks, bridging the gap between musical theater and contemporary sounds.
Salonga will be accompanied by her touring band, with the addition of a special string ensemble featuring members of the Singapore Lyric Opera Chamber Orchestra, ensuring a rich, full sound befitting the Esplanade Theatre.
Concert Schedule and Ticketing Details
The limited engagement runs for three days with the following schedule:
- Mar. 20 (Evening)
- Mar. 21 (Evening)
- Mar. 22 (Matinee and Evening)
Tickets are currently available for purchase through the Esplanade’s official ticketing channels. Prices range from S$60 to S$210, offering various seating options to experience the celebrated vocalist live. Given her rarity on the Singapore stage and devoted global following, securing tickets promptly is highly advisable.
This return engagement offers Singaporean audiences a rare opportunity to witness one of the world’s finest vocalists perform the music that has defined generations on both stage and screen. Her enduring artistry continues to inspire aspiring performers and delight fans worldwide.