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    10 Things You Might Not Know About The Fabulous Irish/French Singer Camille O'Sullivan

    Camille O'Sullivan, the world-renowned Irish/French singer and actress, has performed around the world and will be making her US debut at the Irish Arts Center in New York City.

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    1. Camille is "Queen of the Fringe"

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    She was dubbed "Queen of the Fringe" by the BBC after 10 years of performing sold out performances at Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

    2. Camille re-interprets songs by a wide range of artists

    Her most recent album, Changeling, features reinterpretations of hits from artists such as David Bowie, Jaques Brel, Tom Waits, Radiohead and Arcade Fire.

    3. Camille was handpicked by Yoko Ono to perform at her Meltdown festival

    Last year, Camille was chosen to perform at Yoko Ono's Meltdown - Double Fantasy Live alongside Patti Smith, Earl Slick and Sean Lennon.

    4. Camille has appeared in several motion pictures

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    In 2005, she appeared opposite Judi Dench in Mrs. Henderson Presents. She also appeared in 2009's Asylum Seekers and 2013's Summer in February - opposite Dan Stevens and Dominic Cooper.

    5. Camille has starred on the professional stage multiple times

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    Her one woman performance of The Royal Shakespeare Company's The Rape of Lucrece, most recently performed in Stratford-Upon-Avon, and also toured around the globe, had been widely praised. In addition to playing both the victim and the attacker in the piece, she wrote all of the music with long-time collaborator Feargal Murray.

    6. Camille is also a trained architect

    She studied architecture at University College Dublin - where she was dubbed "the singing architect." Camille later went on to win an award from the Architectural Association of Ireland.

    7. Camille has been reviewed by papers all over the world

    Camille is a favorite with critics and audience alike. She's been called "Ravishing" (The Guardian), "Exceptional" (Time Out), "Hypnotic." (Independent), "Superb performer" (The Guardian), "A major star" (The Scotsman), "Provocative" (The Sunday Times), "Captivating" (Irish World Magazine). She also won the Herald Angel Award for Best Performance at Edinburgh International Festival.

    8. Camille was once told the art of singing is "...all about the story"

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    Upon her return to Ireland, she was mentored by Agnes Bernelle, whose style also served as an influence.

    9. Camille was greatly influenced by German cabaret performers

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    While taking a gap year from university, she became fascinated with the narrative direct music of Weimar performers like Eisler, Hollaender, and Weill. These songs explored themes like politics, sexuality, life's degenerates, and desolate love.

    10. Camille will be appearing at Irish Arts Center in NYC starting NEXT WEEK

    Camille O’Sullivan: In Residence

    September 18-21, 24-27

    Wednesday – Saturday | 8 pm

    Sunday | 7 pm

    Starting September 18 for eight performances in her only NYC residency, Irish songstress and actress Camille O’Sullivan will offer dramatic and theatrical interpretations of songs by Jacques Brel, Nick Cave, Tom Waits, David Bowie, Radiohead, Arcade Fire with her three-piece band, including pianist Feargal Murray.

    For more information, visit irishartscenter.org

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