Richard Skipper Celebrates: July 31, 2026

Raissa Katona Bennett is an award-winning theater actress, singer and cabaret artist best known for playing Christine Daaé in the Broadway production of  The Phantom of the Opera. With a career spanning several decades across major New York theater and cabaret venues, she is celebrated for her expressive theatrical soprano voice and witty musical storytelling.

Jenn Bornstein grew up in New Jersey, where she delighted family friends by belting out Loretta Lynn songs at an age when singing “You Ain’t Woman Enough (To Take My Man)” was far funnier than she realized. A true theatrical jack-of-all-trades, Jenn’s passion for live entertainment has taken her well beyond performing. Her diverse career has included directing, sound design, live sound mixing, and arts administration, including a stint as Assistant to the Producers at the renowned Paper Mill Playhouse.

Jason Graae is an acclaimed musical theater actor, singer and voice artist known for his extensive work on Broadway, opera, television and cabaret. Graae has built a reputation as a versatile comedic performer with powerful vocal interpretation skills. Over a multi-decade career, he has achieved distinction across several facets of the entertainment industry.

Dan Gore is the prominent business owner and entertainment producer of Oscar’s Downtown Palm Springs, an iconic LGBTQ-friendly venue and restaurant staple in California.

David Kibbe is an internationally renowned style and image expert whose career has spanned more than four decades. Creator of the iconic Head-to-Toe Transformation and author of the classic David Kibbe’s Metamorphosis, his work has influenced generations. A frequent guest on Oprah, Today, Good Morning America and CNN, Kibbe has advised celebrities, global brands, and clients worldwide. 

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Cabaret Convention 2026