THE SOUND OF JULIE: Celebrating Julie Andrews & Friends
Community Performing Arts Center Foundation
Green Valley, 85622
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British vocalist Hayley Renee presents her groundbreaking new show, "The Sound of Julie," a tribute to the great Dame Julie Andrews—one of the most cherished entertainers in modern history. From iconic hits like The Sound of Music and Mary Poppins to My Fair Lady, Cinderella, and more, “The Sound of Julie” is a journey through the dazzling legacy of a beloved star whose voice and spirit have enchanted generations.
Vocalist Hayley Renee, a classically trained British songbird, has dazzled audiences from the U.S. to the U.K., the Mediterranean, and beyond. Known for her angelic tone, radiant stage presence, and irresistible charm—as well as her striking vocal resemblance to Julie Andrews—Hayley is a true vocal chameleon, who brings a “spoonful of sugar” to every note she sings!
In “The Sound of Julie,” Hayley traces Julie’s extraordinary life and career, while also celebrating other leading ladies, from friends of Julie like Judy Garland and Angela Lansbury, to contemporaries like Audrey Hepburn, Barbra Streisand, and more. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in music performance from the University of Bristol, Hayley possesses a unique gift for bringing these classics to life. An accomplished arranger, she personally crafted the medleys and arrangements in “The Sound of Julie,” preserving the timeless spirit of Ms. Andrews, but with a modern and fresh approach. Hayley’s accomplishments extend beyond just her magical new show. As a founding member of the London-based trio Bella Popera, Hayley headlined on Celebrity and Saga cruise lines, graced stages like the Bristol Old Vic, The Ivy West End, and even performed for stars like Elaine Page, Cliff Richard, and one of BBC’s Dragon’s Den stars, who hailed Hayley as having “the voice of an angel.” On social media, Hayley’s creative videos have captivated over 300,000 viewers on TikTok.
With vocals, live piano accompaniment, gorgeous orchestra tracks, adorable anecdotes and captivating onstage visuals—using projection provided by the artist—audiences are transported to the Austrian Alps of The Sound of Music, the magical rooftops of London in Mary Poppins, and more. Truly, “The Sound of Julie” is a show that is, in a word—supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!