Jenny Lind Presents P.T. Barnum

As in her prior show about Maria Callas, Shelley Cooper proves to be a talented interpreter of artistic personalities. In this show we're treated to a whistlestop-tour autobiography of a 19th century mega-celebrity, an idealist who believed she was on a divine mission to help the world with her voice but who struggled in a hyper-commercialized US tour. A talented soprano in her own right, Cooper alternates narrative with operatic and art song excerpts, giving us a taste of what made Lind a smash success.... full review

Shelly has a lovely singing voice, and she brought life to a character that I knew nothing about. ... full review

A powerhouse, virtuosic, charming performance by Shelly Cooper, shedding light on the famous Swedish Songbird Jenny Lind's true essence and strength.... full review

Fantastic! Shelley Cooper brings a pivotal moment in history to life for a modern audience. Her Jenny Lind is an adorable and conscientious mid-nineteenth century Swedish superstar struggling to use her celebrity responsibly in an America divided over racism and slavery. Cooper's singing is superb, making it easy for audiences to imagine Lind's star quality while also contrasting with her pious personality. And yes, we get the "girlboss" moments promised in the summary when Lind goes head to head with PT Barnum. See this show to meet the performing arts role model you should have learned about in school!... full review

What a treat to see the debut HFF performance of, Jenny Lind Presents P.T. Barnum. Shelley Cooper's operatic singing is something that must be experienced in person; it gave me goosebumps. ... full review

If you want to be immersed within an extraordinary opera voice, don't miss this very entertaining true story.... full review