I just finished recording voiceover for the first of a series of commercial spots for Biotene Dry Mouth dental products. It was a fun session with plenty of water to stay hydrated! They take care of you at Genius Monkeys.
My Mouth’s No Dry Mouth
July 15th, 2007New Commercial Demo
May 14th, 2007Since my show closed, I’ve been busy doing session work around town. Check out the catchy new commercial demo* on my Music page!
*Courtesy of Selectracks
Singing and Dancing with the Chantillys
February 28th, 2007What a busy year it’s been so far! I’m rehearsing with former Taffeta co-stars in preparation for my upcoming show, The Chantillys. We’re rehesarsing 6 days a week, and I have to admit, my back is starting to feel the pain from all the dancing! Throw in the singing on top of that, and my lung capacity is increasing exponentially!!
I’ve also been busy doing vocal sessions around town. I recently worked with Chantillys musical director Paul Taylor, and television composer Dick DeBenedictis, who scored groovy TV shows from the 70s like Matlock, Columbo, Perry Mason, and Hawaii Five-O.
Most recently, I did a session with composer Brian Woodbury where I recorded lead vocals as surfer chick Marina in his original show Killa Vanilla.
Bye-Bye Taffetas, Hello Chantillys
February 6th, 2007Reherasals are underway for The Chantillys, opening March 16th at the West Valley Playhouse. I play Peggy, one of four fabulous singing sisters in search of a new vocal sound. Join us as we sing and dance our way through some of the greatest hits from the 40s all the way through today’s pop music!
Show runs March 16th through April 22nd @
The West Valley Playhouse
Friday and Saturday nights at 8pm
Sundays at 2:30pm
(No show April 8th)
Tickets on sale now! Call (818) 884-1907.
In Transit in the Mix
December 2nd, 2006We just came out of Latte Mix Studios in Santa Monica where we’re cutting a demo. Special thanks to Adrienne and Susan for their hard work in the engineering booth. Rock on, ladies!
I’m a Singing Fool and Loving It
November 20th, 2006I just finished another vocal session with film composer Steven Stern and Grammy Award-winning producer and mixing engineer Ted Greenberg.
I’m also gigging around town with The Four Belles, a four-part girl group singing hits from the 50s and 60s.
The Taffetas – Back By Popular Demand
September 5th, 2006We got a rave review, and the public has spoken. Back by popular demand, The Taffetas run has been extended through September 17th. Come and see Peggy, Kaye, Donna, and Cheryl in their fabulous dresses and hairstyles LIVE on stage at the West Valley Playhouse. Call (818) 884-1907 for tickets and showtimes.
The Taffetas – Recommended by the LA Times
August 18th, 2006The Los Angeles Times gives a thumbs up “recommended” review to The Taffetas.
“Kathi Funston gives enthusiastic Peggy straight-faced humor and potent chops…When the charming stars…tackle their vocals and director-choreographer Noel Britton’s frisky moves in crisp harmony, the limits of the chiffon-thin concept dissolve.”
Hooray for 50′s Girl Groups!
August 1st, 2006West Valley Playhouse proudly presents four dazzling starlets from Muncie, Indiana who are about to sing and dance their way into America’s living room!
THE TAFFETAS
Show runs August 11th through September 10th
West Valley Playhouse
7242 Owensmouth Ave.
Canoga Park, CA
Call (818) 884-1907 for tickets and showtimes.
Watch for our commercial on Time Warner Cable!
It’s Fiesta Time!
June 4th, 2006Join the fun as my a cappella group, In Transit, performs at a free outdoor carnival in Culver City. The day will be filled with yummy food, fun games, and fabulous music as we perform a full set of jazz, pop, and R&B favorites.
JAZZ AT THE FIESTA
Sunday, June 11th
In Transit takes the stage @ 2pm
St. Augustine’s
10195 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232