Bridie Srsen Carroll. Credit: Courtesy of Fairmount Center for the Arts
Fairmount Center for the Arts has announced that Bridie Srsen Carroll, a musical theater performer who’s toured with Wicked, will be its guest at the upcoming Pull Back the Curtain speaker series. Wicked comes to Playhouse Square in December.

Carroll will share her stories from 3 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 19 at Fairmount Center for the Arts. An IRNE Award Winner for her role as Tracy in Hairspray and a soloist at Boston Symphony Hall. Carroll will talk about her experiences and sing a song or two.

“Though Fairmount’s core programs are classes in dance, theatre, visual arts, fitness and music lessons, the speaker series programs offer a variety of engaging topics designed to inspire and connect the community,” says Jeannie Fleming-Gifford, Executive Director, in a press release.

Masks are required for all audience members for this in-person program. Admission is free, but reservations are requested. Reservations may be made by visiting fairmountcenter.org/special-events/ or by calling 440-338-3171.

This article appears in Nov 17-30, 2021.

Jeff has been covering the Cleveland music scene for more than 25 years now. On a regular basis, he tries to talk to whatever big acts are coming through town. And if you're in a local band that he needs to hear, email him at jniesel@clevescene.com.