The Wednesday Word: Keene

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Missy Keene and Ken Lundie

"Missy Keene Sizzles At Feinstein's" declared a reviewer of her recent successful return run at Feinstein's at the Regency. In 2002, Missy inaugurated their popular Monday night series. Trained at The Juilliard School, some of Missy’s other cabaret appearances include The Iridium, Don’t Tell Mama’s and Backstage at Dopo Teatro .

She has been seen in theatrical productions as Sandy in Grease, Kim in Bye Bye Birdie, Jesus Christ Superstar and Godspell. Missy is particularly proud of her musical participation in numerous events honoring Olympian Athletes and commemorating the heroes and victims of 9/11. Her new CD, As Long As I’m Singing, was released this past summer to coincide with her Feinstein's appearance. Missy’s Christmas Wishes CD was released December 2009.

Ken Lundie continues to be one of the busiest audition pianists on the New York theatrical scene having played for hundreds of Broadway and regional shows. Ken began his career as an actor and was in the original Broadway production of Crazy for You and appeared in the film Best Little Whorehouse in Texas with Dolly Parton. Musical direction credits include Jimmy Buffett's Don't Stop the Carnival, Dietrich and Chevalier, For Lovers Only and Golf: the musical. Ken is pleased to be performing once again with Missy Keene.

The Imperial is proud to have this talented twosome on hand for Daytime Meets The Nighttime, come hear the wonderful sound they make. See what else is in store right here.

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