Dana Benedict Presents

ALCHEMY & POETRY

A new music-driven theatrical concert blending original songs with gothic cabaret, visual storytelling, and character-based performance. The show explores transformation and emotional alchemy through a visually distinct and immersive live experience.

Alchemy & Poetry is a new music theatre experience. Journey through ethereal realms of whimsy, folklore, and personal tales.

All original music written and performed by Dana Benedict and backed by a full band with piano, stand-up bass, drums, electric guitar, mandolin, percussion, accordion, clarinet, theremin, cello, glockenspiel, and backing vocals. featuring dancers, aerialists, and film segments. The preshow begins with an interactive treasure hunt featuring fun mythical characters.

It exceeded expectations. A theatrical gem that anyone in L.A. who has a taste for the dark gothic, macabre, & fantastical should see.
— Audience member, March 6, 2025

Dana Benedict’s ethereal voice will lead the way through haunting melodies, leaving you wanting more of her siren’s call. This show is Dana Benedict’s ethereal fever dream come true. 

Not to be missed !! From the music to the movies to the costumes and dance numbers and tap dance and “annees folles” vibes and and and...Worth the hype !
— Audience member, March 6, 2025
Amazing, fantastic, ethereal. Dana’s music is felt deeply in the soul and the performances of everyone involved were spectacular
— Audience member, March 6, 2025