Val is so excited to be playing at the Hale Concert Hall again! She's been in two productions of 'Ring of Fire' the Johnny Cash musical and released her own EP of Johnny Cash Covers in July '24 - 'Man in Black' - streaming everywhere! Also available for purchase after the show! Recent Regional Theater Selection: Captain Hastings, Peril in the Alps at North Coast Rep & Laguna Playhouse; Clara, The Light in the Piazza at the Broad Santa Monica; Ring of Fire, ETC Santa Barbara & Tuacahn's Hafen Theatre; Hermione, A Sad Tale's Best for Winter, A Noise Within. TV: Kathy in “Extreme Measures Ep. 206”, Discovery+ Network. Val teaches voice and instrumental lessons online, is a singer songwriter and dotes on her cat, Petra. Love and thanks to all of her music students, her family, dear friends, and partner for all their support! For more on Val you can find her on Instagram @thevallarsen, TikTok @thevallarsen1 or via her website thevallarsen.com.  

Roz is a singer/songwriter originally from Orem, Utah.  She lived in Nashville for two years where she learned from the very best— writing, touring and performing at venues such as the historical Station Inn, The Local, and various Broadway honky-tonks.  In November 2023 she had the amazing opportunity to perform at Julecountry, a country music festival held annually in Eiken, Norway and was invited to become a member of their “Julecountry Opry”.  She currently lives in Saint George, Utah and is enjoying the creative inspiration supplied by the beautiful scenery and loving community around her.

Sarah is happy to be back at Hale Concert Hall!  Favorite roles include The Witch, Into the Woods; Fantine, Les Miserables; Judy Bernly, 9 to 5 the Musical; Reza, Once; Alice Beineke, The Addams Family; Mary Smith, Run For Your Wife; Mary Lou, The Buddy Holly Story; Sarah, Ring of Fire; June, Smoke on the Mountain at such companies as Tuacahn, Maine State Music Theatre, Portland Stage, Ogunquit Playhouse, Walnut Street Theatre, Florida Studio Theatre, Beef & Boards, and Phoenix Theatre. With her band The Blue Eyed Bettys, Sarah has three albums (available on all streaming services), tours throughout the U.S., and has played Lincoln Center. TV: Law & Order: SVU. @sarahhund

Mari was born in New York, but grew up in Utah within a strong musical tradition. From a young age, Mari's training was coupled with experience on stage, on the road, and in the studio, drawing her first professional paycheck at the age of 13. An accomplished drummer, vocalist, guitarist, keyboardist, and songwriter, she has appeared with numerous groups in varying genres from Las Vegas to New York, including Tas Cru and His Band of Tortured Souls, Dick Earl's Electric Witness, Halogyns, Pale Dream, and Anna Beck. Her theatrical pit orchestra credits include Starlight Express, Mary Poppins, and School of Rock, and audiences in Salt Lake City are privileged to experience Mari's live solo act. Mari studied under a Music Performance scholarship at Dixie State University (Utah Tech) and is also a talented freelance artist who loves painting, photography, embroidery, and cake decorating.

Brian has been seen in many Hale Concert  Hall performances playing lead guitarist over the last few years.  He is an in demand guitarist and music director based out of Las Vegas. He has been a professional guitarist for over 35 years. He has toured across 4 continents and the United States. He recently was the music director and lead guitarist for Matt Goss in Las Vegas at Caesar's Palace.

Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Paul has been playing bass for over 30 years. A lifelong fan of country music, he blends deep roots and a driving rhythm into every performance. Paul has played both electric and upright bass across the country, bringing energy and heart to stages big and small. He’s performed at major festivals including Country Thunder and Rockin’ River Music Festival. Whether holding down the groove or locking in with the band, Paul’s passion for music shines through in every note.

Kurt, originally from Milwaukee, WI, started playing piano/organ at 7½, cello at 10, and harmonica at 11.  His first band started at 13, and he played cello in various symphony orchestras.  Upon moving to Phoenix at 15, he played with bands through high school.  At 21 he was in a band that toured the country for a year.  Upon his return, the band played at Mountain Shadows Resort in Phoenix for 10½ years, and then at Camelback Inn in Phoenix for 2½ years, while being a music store manager in Gilbert for 25 years. He also joined the cast of Barleen’s Arizona Opry for three seasons.  After COVID, Kurt semi-retired but continues performing solo or duo or fill-in on keys.

Sarah is grateful to be honoring these three iconic women! Regional: Birthday Candles, Troubadour, Take It to the Limit (Florida Studio Theatre), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Engeman Theatre) Wizard of Oz (Arizona Broadway), Jersey Boys (Mill Mountain Theatre), Love’s Labor’s Lost (Scranton Shakespeare),  Beauty and the Beast (Moonlight Stage Amphitheater), along with productions at Weathervane Theatre, Westchester Broadway, and many more. She can be seen performing all over NYC with her band, retro grade. Follow @retro_grade_music and @sarahthecolt on instagram for more updates! Marymount Manhattan, BFA. Rep: Tiera Ashley/FSE.