Image: (From left to right) Norwill Fragoso, Danny Lugo, Ana Isabelle and José “Pompi” Vallejo.
In a nightclub atmosphere, an edition of the series took place last Wednesday at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel Dialogues in the Cabaret, on this occasion with four professionals from the entertainment industry. Under the title Beyond the Spotlight: Exploring expressions of entertainmentthe panelists present shared their experiences and interesting anecdotes for those seeking to develop in this very active field.
During the conversation, the panel composed of actress and professor Norwill Fragoso; choreographer and professional dancer Danny Lugo; the actress and singer-songwriter Ana Isabelle; and the CEO of Mr. & Mrs. Entertainment, José “Pompi” Vallejo addressed the audience who listened to those experienced in the industry. The anecdotes ranged from experiences at concerts by great artists such as Ednita Nazario to meetings with prominent Hollywood figures such as director Steven Spielberg. After their presentations, the audience had the opportunity to ask the panelists questions.
“We are proud to be the scene of this significant conversation that goes with the essence of El San Juan Hotel since its origins in 1958. Over the years we have had the pleasure of receiving stars such as Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Liza Minnelli , Eddie Palmieri, Gilberto Santa Rosa, among others. We invite you to make the most of this space for dialogue and learning. We thank our panelists here,” said Katerina Sagardia, Senior Communications Manager of the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel.
A little about the panelists…
The actress, theater artist and teacher Norwill Fragoso He studied at the University of Puerto Rico and has postgraduate studies in Puerto Rican and Caribbean Literature. Works on the television show Raymond and his friends that Telemundo Puerto Rico broadcasts. He recently founded his academy Fragoso Performing Arts Studio
In 1998, Danny Lugo He began his career as a choreographer working with Luis Fonsi, David Bisbal, Wisin and Yandell, among others. Her choreographies have appeared in shows such as Billboard Awards, Grammys, Lo Nuestro, Miss Universe Puerto Rico; and as a judge and mentor on television programs such as Sábado Gigante.
For its part, the professional experience of Ana Isabelle It ranges from dancer and backup singer for different Latin artists to acting in various films. In 2021 she played the character of Rosalía in the new version of West Side Story by film director Steven Spielberg.
José “Pompi” Vallejo He is recognized for his influence on the urban musical genre, he was vice president of EMI Latin from where he promoted the return of Vico C. He positioned reggaeton as a producer of award-winning albums by important exponents of the urban genre. Together with his wife he founded the production company Mr. & Mrs. Entertainment.
