Meet Our Annual Meeting Showcase Artists


Noel & Maria

About the Artists:  

Maria Howell and Noel Freidline define chemistry. Musically they breath as one, communicating almost telepathically as they explore and re-interpret some of the best music of the last 80 years. Always approaching the music from “the left,” Noel and Maria have made a name for themselves as they offer listeners something they  have heard, but that they have never heard  before. Combine this fresh musical approach with a rapport and witty banter that harkens back to the days of the Rat Pack, and you have Noel and Maria in their element: on stage, thrilling an audience at  every turn. 



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Keith Anderson

About the Artist: 

Looking for a Prime Country Artist?  Stop searching! BiCoastal Productions is proud to present Grammy, ACM & CMA-Nominated songwriter and entertainer Keith Anderson, a powerhouse in country music with a trail of fan favorite hits and accolades.  Keith and his band are ready to hit the road with the Pickin’ Wildflowers 20th Anniversary Tour—a celebration of his breakout hit, now boasting over 100 million plays! Keith’s style perfectly captures the spirit of the ‘90s and 2000’s country revival. So, how about we go “Pickin’ Wildflowers” at your venue?


Represented By: BiCoastal Productions, Inc. 


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Donna Washington

About the Artist: 

Donna Washington is an award-winning, internationally known master storyteller, artist-educator, and author who has been performing and teaching for thirty-seven years. She is renowned for her work in storytelling and education, focusing on literacy and social-emotional development. Donna has authored seven picture books. Her eleven spoken word recordings have garnered over 30 national awards. Her work is beloved by both children & adults. She shares poignant & funny fables about the human condition, racy relationships tales, spine-tingling tales of terror, and fun, fast-paced, family-friendly programming. She has been featured at numerous conferences, festivals, schools, libraries, theaters, and other venues around the world, including Canada, Peru, Argentina, Ireland, and Hong Kong. During the pandemic, she presented over two hundred shows & workshops virtually. In 2020, she co-founded the non-profit organization Artists Standing Strong Together with Master Storyteller Sheila Arnold, for which they won a 2021 Oracle Award. In 2023 she received the Coleen Salley Storytelling Award. Photo Credit: Jonathan VanArk.


Represented By: DLW Storyteller, Inc.


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Brian Whitted’s Very Merry Christmas

About the Artist:

A Fayetteville native, Brian Whitted is a celebrated pianist, conductor, and music director whose career spans Broadway, international tours, and collaborations with some of the biggest names in entertainment. He has served as music director for icons like Bette Midler, Roberta Flack, and Phylicia Rashad, and made his Carnegie Hall debut at the venue’s 120th Anniversary Gala hosted by James Taylor. Brian spent 14 years with Chicago: The Musical on Broadway, with additional credits including The Color PurpleViolet, and Shuffle Along. He is the resident music director for Opera House Theatre Company and also works with Cape Fear Regional Theatre and Theatre Raleigh. Now based in Wilmington, NC, Brian continues to bring exceptional artistry and leadership to every stage he touches. Photo Credit: Bryan Putnam.


Presented By: Opera House Theatre Company

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Thank You To Our Event Sponsors!


Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts         Wilson Center | Cape Fear Community College


Noel & Maria     BiCoastal Productions         DLW Storyteller


                                             Georgia Players Guild      Changemaker Talent    The Virginia Somerville Sutton Theater, Well-Spring

This project was funded in part by a grant from  the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.

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