Broadway Unplugged

The Bangalore School of Music & Fine Arts presents Broadway Unplugged, an evening dedicated to celebrating iconic musical theatre masterpieces from the world of Broadway. This collaborative performance features distinguished lyric-dramatic soprano Nilima Buch alongside versatile pianist and conductor Shantanu Patel. Stripping away large orchestral productions to focus on the raw essence of musical theatre, the concert offers a intimate exploration of beloved stage classics, highlighting both the vocal and pianistic depth required to bring these narrative works to life.The program brings together two highly accomplished artists with extensive cross-genre expertise. Soprano Nilima Buch, whose expressive vocal artistry has earned recognition from maestro Zubin Mehta, lends her classical precision and theatrical background to the repertoire. She is accompanied by Shantanu Patel, an award-winning classical pianist and arranger known for his diverse musical collaborations, including work with prominent composers like Dr. A.R. Rahman and Vishal Bhardwaj on major stage productions. Together, their shared background in performance and music education promises a refined, musically sophisticated tribute to the finest traditions of Broadway.