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Audra McDonald (1970- ) is a classical soprano and actress best known for her work on the Broadway stage. She has received six Tony Awards (more performance wins than any other actor) and is the only person to win in all four acting categories. Her award-winning performances include Carousel, Ragtime, A Raisin in the Sun, and The Gershwins’ Porgy and Bess. McDonald’s credits include television, film, opera and classical concerts.

Jane Ellen shares her eclectic interests with Oasis audiences from her island home on Florida’s Space Coast. Specializing in music and entertainment history, she especially enjoys exploring the artist behind the art. Jane’s presentations benefit from her gifts as a storyteller, independent scholar, performer, and composer.