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The Rancho Mirage Cultural Commission presents "Ponytails, Chiffon, and Shangri-La" Featuring Francesca Amari In-Person
Join Francesca Amari on a nostalgic musical journey through the golden era of “girl singers,” spotlighting the stories and biggest hits of iconic female voices from the 1950s and 1960s. From glamorous big band vocalists and groundbreaking pop/rock pioneers to bubbly girl groups and British Invasion favorites, the show features songs by unforgettable artists like Connie Francis, Jo Stafford, Patti Page, Lesley Gore, Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield, The Chiffons, The Shirelles, and more.
Amari is a celebrated cabaret and jazz vocalist, known for her dynamic, personal style and acclaimed performances at premier clubs like Birdland and 92nd Street Y in New York City, Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood, and the Purple Room in Palm Springs. She’s won multiple awards, including the Desert Theatre League’s Outstanding Lead Performer (2023) and tours nationally with beloved tribute shows to icons like Gilda Radner and Linda Ronstadt.