The Desert Scene

One of the season’s biggest events in the Coachella Valley – this one benefiting the Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center – takes place on Wednesday, November 9th at 6 pm at the McCallum Theatre. That’s when the 16th annual installment of Michael Childers Presents One Night Only will bring to life the Broadway sounds of New York, New York! On this episode of The Desert Scene with Bonnie G she visits with Julie Garnyé, who is one of more than twenty stars of stage and screen performing in this year’s extravaganza.

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Joni Padduck is joining Bonnie G on this episode to talk about the upcoming season of Script2Stage2Screen. It all starts on October 21st with "Don't Vote For Me". A political feel-good story about how far one will go to save the heart and soul of a small town. This will be among many stage reading performances and an opportunity for playwrights to gain wisdom from their audience.

The Desert Cancer Foundation's Eevet Eden joins for a conversation on the upcoming 16th Annual "Paint El Paseo Pink". A community walk that helps raise funds for local Palm Springs residents seeking breast cancer treatment, and emotional support. In this episode, find out how to help out in the community, how to sign up for the event and what you can do to help local cancer fighters.

Jerome Elliot joins Bonnie G. to talk to about Singing with the Desert Stars. A one-time performance that will benefit the Desert Ensemble Theatre's internship and scholarship program on October 7th. The event includes coaching from the desert's best singers and some healthy singing competition. Hear all about it on this episode!

This episode's special guest is Ellen Goodman, Director for The Foundation of PSUSD (Palm Springs Unified School District). A non-profit designed to raise money for local schools. She talks about One Night Out: Havana Nights, an event of Cuban inspired vintage music with many guest stars. All raising money for a great cause!

DeAnn Lubell's life forever changed when tragedy struck her dog Amy. In the midst of it, she decided to begin "Amy's Purpose", an organization that educates the public about pet safety and the dangers of predators. "Pet Love and Rock & Roll" is an upcoming benefit concert and reception that will help raise funds for scholarships specifically cater to meet the need for more vets. DeAnn talks with Bonnie G. about her goal in educating the public, her tragedy, and the exciting guests that will performing.

Robbie Wayne is transitioning into a new era of his life with UnScripted! An upcoming series of live shows described as a mix of "SNL", musical guests, and late night. Bonnie G and Robbie Wayne will be discussing his life changes, musical ambitions and potential guests for his show!

Singer and Performer Julie Garnye made a name for herself, and became the only Non-New York based performer to be invited and appear in the all-star Stephen Schwartz tribute concert. She has performed songs from a variety of shows like Hair, CATS, Wicked, Bye Bye Birdie, and West Side Story. In this episode, she talks with Bonnie G. talks about her latest show, her upbringing and how she saved a show when Idina Menzel cancelled! You wouldn't want to miss that one!

Singer Craig Pomranz was once described by Teddy King as an artist that one can listen to over and over again. He has embraced the Great Songbook and taking risks with it. Being able to sell out many shows as he grew in popularity in New York. On this episode, he talks with Bonnie G about his growth as an artist, changing with the times, and the relevance of the standards in today's discourse.

Retried composer Joe Giarrusso visits with Bonnie about an upcoming concert from the  Palm Springs International Piano Competition featuring Christopher Richardson. Playing a variety of musical classics to popular hits the program will include crossover / popular fare such as William Hirtz' Fantasy on Harold Arlen's Wizard of Oz, and Presley/Schmidt's Can't Help Falling In Love, and the jazzy Tom and Jerry Show by Uehara. The branching out from a strict classical concert is part of PS IPC's strategy for reaching more diverse audiences.