I create unscripted, audience-driven live experiences that celebrate connection, legacy, and belonging so audiences don’t just attend—they feel seen, heard, and part of something meaningful. This past weekend, I did something purely for enjoyment: I went to see Frank McDonough sing Frank Sinatra at Don’t Tell Mama, and it reminded me why I fell in love with live performance in the first place—the intimacy, the shared breath in the room, and the joy of simply being present as an audience member.

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@Danielle Morris Thank you so much! That means a lot to me. Now, how can I celebrate YOU today?

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- What do you build, create, or offer — and who is it for?I create live, unscripted performance experiences, conversations, and content that celebrate artists, stories, legacy, and human connection. My work is for people who love theatre, cabaret, Broadway history, and meaningful conversation—and for anyone who wants to feel seen, included, and part of something communal rather than just entertained. - What inspired you to start this path?I was inspired by a lifelong love of storytelling and performance, shaped early by classic television, Broadway, and the belief that art connects generations. A defining moment was realizing that my greatest gift wasn’t just performing songs, but creating space for dialogue, memory, and shared celebration—something that deepened through my friendship with Carol Channing and my years in the cabaret world. - What makes your approach or voice different in your space?My work is audience-driven and unscripted. I don’t just perform for people—I entertain them. Each show, podcast, or conversation is shaped in real time by the audience’s questions, memories, and curiosity. No two experiences are ever the same, and that authenticity is the point. - What are you most proud of accomplishing so far?I’m proud of building a body of work rooted in trust, longevity, and generosity—earning a reputation as one of the foremost celebrants of Hello, Dolly! and Carol Channing’s legacy, while also creating a broader platform (Richard Skipper Celebrates) that uplifts countless artists and voices. I’m especially proud of the community that keeps saying YES and coming back. - What are you currently working on or launching?I’m actively performing and expanding Richard Skipper Celebrates! Stories Songs Surprises, celebrating milestone birthday shows, touring Richard Skipper Celebrates Hello, Dolly!, growing my podcast and weekly newsletter, and intentionally building toward broader national visibility and sustainable income streams tied to my voice and experience. - What challenge are you actively navigating right now? Balancing visibility with sustainability—ensuring that my work reaches new audiences while remaining authentic, financially viable, and aligned with my energy. I’m also navigating how to scale connection without losing intimacy. - What kind of support or collaboration are you open to inside the Syndicate?I’m open to strategic partnerships, introductions to presenters or media, collaborative programming, feedback on positioning, and accountability around growth goals—especially with people who value community-centered leadership and legacy-driven work. - What’s one belief or lesson that has shaped how you do business or create?Connection outlasts promotion. When people feel genuinely invited, celebrated, and respected, they don’t just buy a ticket—they become part of the journey. - What’s something most people don’t know about you — but should? Behind the high energy and visibility, I’m deeply reflective and intentional. I think constantly about legacy, impact, and how to leave people better than I found them—onstage and off. - When I am outside of the work environment, I love to:I love meaningful one-on-one conversations, sharing meals with friends, supporting other artists, walking, reflecting, reading, and being in places like Palm Springs and Provincetown where creativity, history, and chosen family intersect.

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