Event

An Evening with Lady Rizo

Comedian, actress and chanteuse Lady Rizo lands on Vashon Island's Open Space stage with her latest show...

America is a very bad boyfriend but why do I still love him? If we are potentially witnessing the death of the US as we know it, Chanteuse superstar Lady Rizo delivers a deeply personal musical eulogy unpacking the feelings for the country she was born in, cut with her trademark humor, wit and soaring voice. Backed by choice trio featuring acclaimed cellist, guitarist and composer Yair Evnine, Rizo leads us to our own utopian island nation..with no walls, only velvet curtains.
Cabaret Superstar (New York Magazine), comedienne, and chanteuse, Lady Rizo, won her first Grammy in 2010 on a duet with acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma and also sings and records with multi-platinum recording artist Moby. Come experience the trademark titillating humor and soulful, soaring voice has created a cult fan base around the world.
SENSATIONAL A fierce but kindhearted fusion of comedy, burlesque, performance art and rock n roll
The New York Times
"boasts a powerhouse set of pipes and personality galore." - The Times of London

Rizo performed in New York City as "Lady Rizo and the Assettes" with long-time friend and collaborator Amber Star Merkens from the Mark Morris Dance Group. She won a Grammy in 2010 on a duet with acclaimed cellist Yo-Yo Ma.

Inspired by theatre, vaudeville, burlesque and cabaret Lady Rizo sings vintage pop songs and jazz with glamor and style with a wicked sense of humor to entertain on many levels. Lady Rizo released her debut album Violet on November 19, 2013.