“Find ecstasy in life: the mere sense of living is joy enough.”Emily Dickinson I love connecting with fans, aspiring artists and young artists. Now, you can book me for coachings, virtual and live performances and more all in one place through Broadway Plus. Combining my love for flowers and supporting businesses that practice what they preach, it's been an honor to be an ambassador for Urban Stems. #sendhappy around the country and save with my code DEANNE20! When I'm not performing, I'm often creating visual art and running Dear September, Events. Being owner and creative director of a wedding and event planning company was a dream that became a reality in 2020. Let me help tell your unique story through your next celebration. I was approached to write a piece about my story of liberation in my identity as a queer, Black woman for Love What Matters. It was a very vulnerable moment for me, sharing some of the heartbreak and healing of my journey to love and happiness. In 2020 I was introduced to the wonderful artists at The Epic Players and luckily for me they keep having me back! From virtual performances to finally getting to perform live with them at Lincoln Center, I have been in awe of artists and leaders in this community. Proud Women is a coffee table style book that features more than 100 fierce, brave women in the LGBTQ+ community and their stories. Each woman vulnerably shares their perspective in a way that sheds light on the challenges and courage it takes to overcome the obstacles they've faced.