Experience an unforgettable evening of music, poetry, and storytelling as Patrick Page & Perla Batalla: Looking for Leonard – Celebrating the Music of Leonard Cohen comes to Paramount Hudson Valley on October 25. This soul-stirring performance honors the enduring legacy of Leonard Cohen through powerful interpretations of his most beloved songs, woven together with personal reflections and intimate anecdotes that reveal the depth of his influence on both artists’ lives and careers.
Grammy-nominated vocalist Perla Batalla, once a cherished member of Leonard Cohen’s inner circle, brings her velvety voice and deeply personal connection to this tribute. Encouraged by Cohen to launch her solo career, Batalla has since recorded seven albums, created acclaimed theatrical works including a Frida Kahlo musical, and performed in prestigious venues around the world. Her concert homage to Cohen, In the House of Cohen, continues to draw sold-out audiences internationally, and her ongoing outreach work introducing young people to music and language has earned her multiple honors, including two United Nations awards.
What a delight. We went to Joe’s Pub last night to hear songs composed and written by Leonard Cohen. I’m embarrassed to admit I hadn’t heard of Perla Batalla. Well, I know her now. What a voice! What a storyteller! What an entertainer! She made the beauty of Leonard Cohen’s songs even more wonderful.