About Miri Ben-Ari

Miri Ben-Ari stands as a trailblazer in music, notably as the first and only violinist to clinch a Grammy in the Hip Hop category. Her groundbreaking influence spans diverse genres including Hip Hop, Latin, EDM, and Afrobeat, imprinting her signature style on over 100 hit songs. Collaborating with icons like Kanye West, Jay Z, and Alicia Keys, Miri’s productions have propelled millions of records worldwide.

Beyond music, Miri is a UN Goodwill Ambassador of Music, a TED speaker, and a pioneering tech entrepreneur. Her electrifying live performances—from solo virtuoso showcases to grand productions with a gospel choir—have enthralled audiences globally.

Originally from Israel and mentored by classical maestro Isaac Stern, Miri forged a distinctive musical fusion of classical, hip-hop, and dance. Her impact extends to prestigious endorsements with Pepsi, Coca-Cola, and Reebok, underscoring her cultural resonance and global reach.

Her accolades include the Grammy Award for Best Rap Song, the Apollo Legend distinction, and honors from luminaries such as Israeli President Shimon Peres and former US First Lady Michelle Obama. Miri Ben-Ari continues to inspire through music, advocacy, and innovation, making an indelible mark on the global stage.

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The Awards ceremony took place in Philadelphia on November 5th, 2018. Freckled Sky – a team of multimedia creators and technology experts – on their win: “We are very proud to be a part of such an incredible team and won such a prestigious award in the theatre world. We have created an extraordinarily magical and unique holographic visual world in which the characters were able to suddenly turn into shadows, become covered in mystical tattoos, and ride a “devilish carousel” to deliver the hypnotic power and dark poetry of Ray Bradbury’s classic novel.”

The Barrymore Awards

The Barrymore Awards for Excellence in Theatre are a nationally recognized symbol of excellence for professional theatre in the Greater Philadelphia region, honoring local artists and theatre companies while increasing public awareness of the richness and diversity of our city’s thriving theatre community. This year, the Barrymores took place at the Bok on November 5th. Freckled Sky took home the Barrymore Award for OUTSTANDING MEDIA DESIGN for “Something Wicked This Way Comes” musical.

Freckled Sky

Freckled Sky is a team of multimedia creators and technology experts comprised of artists, directors, designers, and engineers.They are visual storytellers and bring an immersive experience to the audience. They mix projection, dance, lighting, interactive solutions, and special effects to create beautifully stunning new forms of content and entertainment.

Freckled Sky made their debut on America’s Got Talent, where they were chosen as the Golden Buzzer act by Howard Stern. They have since gone on to produce high-end events for some of the biggest brands in the world, various television shows, and music concerts. Their works are winners of different creative awards all over the world.

Something Wicked This Way Comes

The musical “Something Wicked This Way Comes” is based on the novel by Ray Bradbury, music & lyrics by Neil Bartram, book by Brian Hill, and directed & choreographed by Rachel Rockwell. The musical is set in 1938. A small town. A mysterious carnival. And two boys bent on escaping the midway of life to find adventure, and themselves. The hypnotic power and dark poetry of Ray Bradbury’s classic novel Something Wicked This Way Comes sings and seduces in this bold musical. With an extraordinarily magical and unique visual world, this traveling carnival sparked to life in this musical featured in the Delaware Theatre.

SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES

Trailer “Something Wicked This Way Comes”

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