| Fred Redd |
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Fredrick Redd, a seasoned singer, actor, and industry professional whose talents have illuminated stages across the US and beyond has garnered acclaim from prestigious publications like London’s Opera Now, Opera News, and the illustrious New York Times. With a repertoire boasting over 300 shows in the vibrant landscape of New York City, Fredrick has graced Carnegie Hall's iconic main stage on 8 triumphant occasions captivating audiences since his debut there as the baritone soloist in Orff’s “Carmina Burana” and most recently in 2024 as the baritone soloist in Bond's "Ballad of the Brown King". Early in his career, Fredick made his Lincoln Center debut with New York City Opera as the Undertaker in the Emmy-nominated “Porgy & Bess” including the “Live from Lincoln Center” telecast and he recently returned to Lincoln Center as a featured artist in the NY City Opera’s world premiere in “Stonewall” to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. . Fredrick Redd made his highly anticipated national and international solo recital debut in 2003 as part of the esteemed Dame Myra Hess Concert Series at the Chicago Cultural Center hosted by the International Music Foundation. The concert was broadcast live over WFMT-FM 98.7, 1,200 affiliate stations nationally, locally televised on Channel 25 in Chicago and live streamed internationally, allowing audiences around the world to experience his artistry in real time. A highlight of the program was the world premiere of She Walks in Beauty, a stunning composition by acclaimed composer Joseph Turrin. His notable Verdi roles include Amonasro (“Aida”), Giacomo (“Giovanna D’Arco”), Renato (“Un Ballo in Maschera”) Count di Luna (“Il Trovatore”) and the title roles in “Macbeth”, “Nabucco” and “Rigoletto”. As a recognized Verdi baritone, he performed excerpts as “Rigoletto” in Lincoln Center for the Metropolitan Opera Guild's series on the Verdi Baritone in the 2022-2023 Season. His versatility extends beyond Verdi, performing iconic roles such as Scarpia in Puccini’s “Tosca”, Escamillo in Bizet’s “Carmen” and most recently seen as Wotan in Wagner’s “Das Rheingold”. Overall, Mr. Redd has performed 20 leading operatic roles. Other concert works performed in 2023- 2024 and the 2024-2025 seasons outside of Carnegie Hall have included “Porgy & Bess” Concert (Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes), and the performance and recording of the US Premiere of “Empire Song” (Rochester Oratorio Society) among others. Highlights of his musical theatre performances includes Off-Broadway Equity shows in New York City including the formidable title role in “Emperor Jones”, King Salome in “Sunset Salome”, and most recently (2022) the enigmatic Dom Frollo in “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” to critical acclaim. His versatility as an artist includes appearances in national TV commercials for the US Open (Tennis) in addition to his independent film performances portraying characters including Andrew Young, Martin Luther King and Barbara Jordan’s father. Fredrick's influence extends beyond the stage, enriching the next generation of artists, through vocal master classes, and serving as a board member for five esteemed arts organizations. He maintains memberships in AGMA, Actor’s Equity (AEA), and eligibility for SAG/AFTRA. Fredrick manages a thriving artistic career alongside his business career that is supported by his engineering and MBA degrees. With a passion for athletics, Fredrick is a 2-time Ironman and 4-time marathon finisher, embodying resilience and determination in all aspects of his life. determination in all aspects of his life. 3/25 |