Heather’s Place House Concert featuring Alana Bridgewater & Michael Shand

I recently had the pleasure of hearing Alana Bridgewater and Michael Shand perform a Nina Simone–inspired show at Hugh’s Room, and it absolutely blew me away. What a voice! I already knew Michael’s beautiful piano playing from when he accompanied Kellylee Evans at her concert here back in March, so hearing the two of them together felt like something really special. I reached out to Michael, who kindly arranged everything, and I’m truly honoured — and very excited — to welcome them both into my home.

Alana Bridgewater is a Toronto-based singer, actor, and voice artist known for her dynamic performances across theatre, television and film. She gained prominence as Killer Queen in the Mirvish production of We Will Rock You and has appeared in numerous acclaimed productions, including the title role in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom with Soulpepper Theatre Company, Spoon River, and Porgy & Bess. In 2025, she co-created and starred as Ella Fitzgerald in the Shaw Festival production Ella and Louis, a role that beautifully highlights both her vocal power and her gift for storytelling.

Born in Newmarket and raised in Scarborough, Alana discovered her love of performing at an early age as a member of The Canadian Children’s Opera Chorus, The Toronto Mendelssohn Youth Choir, and as a founding member of The Nathaniel Dett Chorale. She was the voice of the 2008 Olympic Bid and received a Gemini nomination for her contribution to CBC’s The Gospel Christmas Project.

To get a taste of Alana’s voice, check these out:

https://www.reverbnation.com/alanabridgewater/song/3489317-you-raise-me-up

Regarding refreshments- I provide some drinks and snacks but gladly welcome donations of any type of drink and finger snacks.

Doors open at 7:00.The first set will start around 7:45. There will be two sets and additional time after to socialize. See you there!

Please note - there are no refunds unless the concert gets cancelled. If you are unable to attend, you are free to pass your ticket along to a friend or let me know in case there are people on the waiting list.

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