
Singer, Leslie Orofino appears in her several critically acclaimed cabaret acts to delighted audiences nationwide. Songstress Orofino is accompanied by her musical director on piano or entire trio (piano, bass and drums) for engagements in nightclubs, theatres, benefits, and private parties. Of her sold out show at the legendary Algonquin's Oak Room international star, Julie Wilson remarked "KNOCKOUT SHOW....GO SEE IT!" A few of Ms. Orofino's New York City nightclub appearances include The Waldorf Astoria, The Plaza Hotel, The Algonquin's Oak Room, Opia, Danny's Skylight Room and The Hideaway Room @ Helen's.
Of a recent benefit for Positive Directions in which Leslie Orofino was the opening act for singer/songwriter Paul Williams, the organizer of the event, Gary Stromberg remarked of Leslie, "A MAGNIFICENT PERFORMER WITH A HEART TO MATCH HER TALENT... UNFORGETABLE EVENING!"
Leslie Orofino's musical theatre credits range from major roles in the St. Bart's mainstage productions to appearing at the Westport Country Playhouse in the lead role for "Niteclub Confidential".
Leslie Orofino released her debut CD, Moonlight Cocktails, to excellant reviews. Dave Nathan of All Music Guide gave it three stars and remarked, "This album is solid cabaret and definitely recommended." John Patrick Schutz of Applause! Applause! said, "Sultry, Sexy and Smoky are the adjectives that come to mind while listening to Leslie Orofino's Moonlight Cocktails."
For details on Leslie's CD and to hear sound clips, go to RECORDINGS.

2005 Outstanding Female Vocalist
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