Leslie McDonel
Female Vocalist
Show 1: Women of Rock
Join Leslie McDonel as she celebrates the women who inspired her to become of one of Broadway's leading rock vocalists. From Pat Benatar to Pink, Leslie's incredible connection to the music and electrifying stage presence pay homage to some of the most legendary icons of rock.
Show 2: Sultry Standards
Join Leslie McDonel for Sultry Standards, a captivating evening of classic songs and unforgettable melodies. Featuring the music of legends like Etta James, Barbra Streisand, and Natalie Cole, this show brings the golden age of vocal jazz and pop to life.
Leslie delivers lush vocals and charm in a tribute to the songs that have stood the test of time. From soulful ballads to playful swing, Sultry Standards is a sophisticated and heartfelt celebration of music that never goes out of style.
Leslie McDonel is an accomplished vocalist and performer whose career spans Broadway stages, symphony halls, and international venues. Her Broadway credits include American Idiot, Legally Blonde, and Hairspray, and she most recently portrayed Carole King in Beautiful at Austin’s acclaimed ZACH Theatre. She has also starred as Janis Joplin in A Night with Janis Joplin in both New Orleans and Austin.
Leslie’s regional work includes performances at Portland Center Stage, North Carolina Theatre, Casa Mañana, Dallas Theater Center, Theatre En Bloc, and multiple productions at ZACH Theatre, including Hedwig and the Angry Inch and A Christmas Carol.
She has performed the British National Anthem at the Canelo/Saunders boxing match at Dallas Cowboys’ Stadium, and appeared as a featured soloist with the Santa Rosa Symphony, the San Francisco AIDS Walk, and Transcendence Theater. Her national television credits include performances with Green Day on the Tony Awards, Grammy Awards, and Monday Night Football. She is also featured on the Grammy Award-winning American Idiot cast album.