ep 046 How a 5’4” singer dancer came to be the Principal singer in Lido de Paris Allez Lido featuring Debra Lee (Kristian) Fader, part 1

Athena Showgirl in purple feathers with Debra Lee Kristian Lido de Paris Showgirl

Debra Lee Kristian did not fit the standards that Donn Arden’s cast members were typically known for. She was quite short but was able to entertain Donn Arden enough to win the role as the Principal singer of Allez Lido, the final edition of the Lido de Paris at the Stardust Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Listen in to part one of her interview to learn how she got into dancing and singing, her first audition for Donn Arden, even though she was too short, and the stage spectacular that she had landed her principal role in. Enjoy!!

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Debra Lee talked about not having any videos of her performing. But that there are actual recordings available. Here is one of them available on YouTube.


Athena Showgirl in purple feathers with Debra Lee Kristian Lido de Paris Singer

ep 047 featuring Debra Lee Kristian (Fader)

Debra Lee Kristian did not fit the standards that Donn Arden’s cast members were typically known for. She was quite short but was able to entertain Donn Arden enough to win the role as the Principal singer of Allez Lido, the final edition of the Lido de Paris at the Stardust Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.


May 2021 Monthly Bonus episode

Here is your May guest roundup bonus episode!! This episode features Marty LewisAlison KravenkoDebra Lee Kristian and Dollie Eaglin. More mind-blowing stories from these guests!!


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