Inspiring Opera of Resilience
USA
Deonna Marie, EMMY-nominated storyteller and classically-trained opera singer, empowers organizations with her journey from addiction to achievement.
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Something out of this world chose Deonna as an instrument! Deonna electrifies any room she enters. Her stories are a testimony to the power of music, light, laughter, saucy jokes and sage-like wisdom. She’s a beam of light, a bolt of lightning, and her songs open like a huge umbrella sheltering us all from the storm.
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Discover the transformative power of storytelling and resilience with Keynote Speaker Deonna Marie. Renowned for her compelling narratives and operatic prowess, Deonna Marie is a motivational speaker who masterfully turns adversity into triumph. Her remarkable journey from addiction to achievement, vividly portrayed in her acclaimed one-woman show “The Deonna Marie Experience: From the Crack House to the Opera House,” offers profound insights that resonate deeply with diverse audiences. By booking Deonna Marie for your event, you ensure a keynote that not only inspires but also equips your team with actionable strategies for overcoming challenges.
Deonna Marie’s story extends beyond personal success; it provides a powerful framework for organizational growth. With her EMMY-nominated storytelling and classical opera background, she captivates audiences by intertwining powerful narratives with practical approaches to resilience and success. Her experience touring with NPR’s The Moth and receiving mentorship from musical legends like Duane Shields Davis and Florence Birdwell enhances the depth and authenticity of her presentations.
Book Deonna Marie for your event to invigorate your team, promote a culture of perseverance, and drive organizational success. Deonna Marie’s exceptional blend of artistic talent and motivational speaking makes her a standout choice for companies seeking to inspire and elevate their workforce. Experience an unforgettable keynote with Deonna Marie, where every story sparks transformation and growth. Deonna Marie booking is your pathway to an impactful and inspiring event.
See keynotes with Deonna MarieDeonna Marie was one of those individuals who always felt misunderstood, and “different,” often called the “black sheep” by her family and peers. Her upbringing by a hopelessly drug-addicted mother, time in the foster care system, development of her own addiction, and time in jail was the broken road that led her to discover her voice and the confidence that came with it.
Working full time since she was 12-years-old, the Grand Rapids, Michigan-born artist took a leap of faith and moved to Oklahoma City to pursue her dream of becoming a classically trained singer. Three degrees in vocal performance later, Deonna Marie has blossomed into one of the world’s most powerhouse performers. Her intention is to use her voice to help raise the consciousness of humanity; whether she’s singing, telling a story, or teaching, her goal is to inspire others to feel better about themselves, to surround themselves with love, and hopefully spread that love to others causing a ripple effect of change.
In August of 2023, she debuted her one woman show The Deonna Marie Experience: From the Crackhouse to the Opera House, Blooming Through Brokenness. The compilation of true stories from her life, original R&B/Soul music as well as Classical, and Gospel, acting, visual effects, and voiceovers created an immersive experience that caught the attention of NPR’s live, true-life storytelling series The Moth.
Deonna Marie is a voice that must be heard—this truly immersive experience allows the audience to feel every emotion as they bear witness to her remarkable tale of adversity and triumph. With heartwarming melodies and poignant recollections, Deonna will take you on a life-affirming journey, from the depths of addiction to the heights of achievement.
Deonna bravely shares every step of finding (and losing) her voice with the hopes of making the world a better place.
Prepare to be swept away on an unforgettable journey alongside Deonna Marie as she unveils her remarkable odyssey of triumph against all odds. Blooming Through Brokenness is a groundbreaking storytelling experience that immerses the audience in an unforgettable atmosphere, allowing attendees to viscerally experience every emotion as Deonna Marie recounts her incredible journey. Through soul-stirring melodies and poignant reflections, she will guide you through a voyage of resilience, from the depths of addiction to the pinnacle of success, leaving audiences with a renewed sense of empowerment and inspiration.
Deonna bravely shares every step of finding (and losing) her voice with the hopes of making the world a better place.
Deonna Marie has been on a life-affirming journey since she started singing at 7-years-old. From the depths of addiction to the heights of achievement, her search for identity, inclusion, and stardom has had one consistent throughline—her life and business partner Elizabeth Spencer.
LOUD and proud, Deonna Marie is available to attend, speak, and/or perform at Pride and LGBTQ+ events.
Something out of this world chose Deonna as an instrument! Deonna electrifies any room she enters. Her stories are a testimony to the power of music, light, laughter, saucy jokes and sage-like wisdom. She’s a beam of light, a bolt of lightning, and her songs open like a huge umbrella sheltering us all from the storm.
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