Markus Reymann
Markus Reymann was trained as an actor and successfully performed on screen and on stage for many years, and in major productions. He joined Thyssen-Bornemisza Art Contemporary (TBA21) in 2011. With TBA21 Chairperson and Founder Francesca Habsburg, he co-founded TBA21 Academy where he subsequently took on the role of a director. As a central programming […]
Simona Todaro-Pavarotti
Born in Genoa, Italy, soprano Simona Todaro Pavarotti studied lyrical singing in Milan with soprano Elvina Ramella. She has performed in prestigious venues such as the Teatro dell’Opera in Rome, Teatro S. Carlo in Naples, and Teatro Massimo in Palermo, taking on roles in operas like “Prove d’un Opera Seria,” “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Dido […]
Mike Portnoy
Michael Stephen Portnoy (born April 20, 1967) is an American musician who is primarily known as the former drummer, backing vocalist, and a co-founder of the progressive metal band Dream Theater. In September 2010, Portnoy announced his departure from Dream Theater after 25 years, with Mike Mangini taking his place as drummer of the band. […]
Vinny Appice
“Vinny” Appice is an American rock and metal drummer renowned for his work with Dio, Black Sabbath, and Heaven & Hell. He began playing drums at a young age, influenced by his older brother, Carmine Appice. Vinny joined Black Sabbath in 1980, contributing to albums like Mob Rules and Live Evil. He later formed the […]
MC Hawking
What if Stephen Hawking, in addition to being a brilliant scientist, were also a gangsta rapper? This is the question MC Hawking hopes to answer. MC Hawking (the undisputed king of theoretical gangsta-astrophysics) is the creation of musician Ken Lawrence from Gloucester Massachusetts. Lawrence created the person of MC Hawking in the early 2000s and […]
Martine-Nicole Rojina
MARTINE-NICOLE ROJINA is a professional music- and immersive multimedia content producer and consultant for immersive AV innovation, VR, AR & future technology. Her curiosity and empathy for technology, science, engineering, economy, art and education are the core drivers of her MPATHY STUDIO, therefore consulting the European Commission and Parliament on STARTS – science, technology and […]
Luis Santana
Luis Santana is one of the most respected baritones in the Spanish lyrical scene, specialising in Rossini and Spanish chamber songs. He has performed in the finest concert halls and theatres across Spain and Europe. As a co-founder and artistic director of the production company OperaConcert, he has collaborated with notable figures in opera, theatre, […]
Jeff Scott Soto
Jeff Scott Soto (born November 4, 1965) is an American rock singer of Puerto Rican descent. He is best known for being the vocalist on Yngwie Malmsteen’s first two albums, and (briefly) the lead vocalist for Journey in 2006–2007. Soto also sang lead vocals in the band Eyes. He also had a long tenure as […]
David Zambuka
David Zambuka astonished the audience at Starmus III with his presentation of Dimensional, Inter-phased, Cognitive, Knowledge in his tribute to Professor Stephen Hawking and revealed the Equation of Everything. After many requests he’s back again. Starmus IV sees his return to present his thoughts (and yours) on intelligent life. David Zambuka is a the worlds […]
Anathema
Formed in 1990, Anathema have long lived up to their name: a band that transcends transient fashion in favour of the tireless pursuit of songwriting perfection, sonic substance and the wide-eyed conquering of new musical ground. Initially hailed as pioneers of an entire sub-genre, Anathema have spent the vast majority of their career making music […]