Natalie’s presents “Testify: Journeys of Women in Story and Song”, a special program to celebrate International Women’s Day. This production will feature the amazing talents of Tia Harris, Debra James Tucker, Donna Mogavero, Cynthia Amoah, and Paisha Thomas, five extraordinary women who will share their unique experiences through the power of music and spoken word.

The unique sound of vocalist Debra James Tucker is the product of extensive training in jazz, classical and gospel music, and is the writer/performer of the one woman show Survival of the Boulevard Singer—winner of an Ohio Arts Council Award for Individual Excellence.

Paisha Thomas is a locally based entertainer who engages others through art, mostly by her singing and songwriting. Paisha creates music about love, politics, self-discovery, and the condition of the world.

Cynthia Amoah is a spoken word artist, performer, and writer whose dynamic voice has captured diverse audiences and her authentic stage presence has left them inspired after every performance. Originally from Ghana, West Africa, her voice reflects the strong and colorful oral traditions of her homeland.

Singing jazz standards, big band swing, or R & B, Tia Harris is a versatile vocalist who has written, recorded, and produced her own songs on her newly released CD, Fly Away With Me.

Donna Mogavero is one of the most notable female singer-songwriters in the area. With more than 30 years in the music business, she has been honored and recognized by the Columbus Music Awards and received many other accolades as a writer and artist.