Episode Release Dates: Episode 1 – October 18 Episode 2 – October 25 Episode 3 – November 1 Episode 4 – November 8 Watch Exclusively on YouTube: 👉 @DeniseMarsaMusic

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Episode Release Dates: Episode 1 – October 18 Episode 2 – October 25 Episode 3 – November 1 Episode 4 – November 8 Watch Exclusively on YouTube: 👉 @DeniseMarsaMusic 〰️

Denise Marsa’s performances—whether live, on record, or in her theatrical pieces—consistently showcase a compelling blend of musicality, emotion, and genre versatility.

DENISE MARSA PRESENTS “THE PASS” — A FOUR-EPISODE MUSIC SERIES
Premieres October 18, 2025 • Exclusively on YouTube @DeniseMarsaMusic

A Raw, Intimate Performance Series Featuring Denise Marsa and Pianist Tracy Stark 

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Denise Marsa unveils The Pass, an original four-part video series showcasing her artistry and the depth of her commitment to making music. A true indie spirit since founding her own label in 1998, Marsa performs The Pass alongside pianist Tracy Stark, weaving humor, honesty, and heart into every note. Originally streamed from NYC’s Revelation Gallery @ St. John’s in the Village on December 31, 2020, the performance has been reimagined into four immersive episodes that celebrate authenticity and endurance in music and in life. Beginning Saturday, October 18, the series captures the purity and power in Marsa’s voice paired with Tracy Stark’s evocative piano playing—a rare, stripped down experience that highlights each song to its pure essence.

Marsa created the piece with theater legend Gretchen Cryer as her mentor, and developed the stories and either placed existing songs into the show or wrote new ones. The show has been performed only a few times and premiered in 2018 at The Playground Theatre in London’s Kensington/Chelsea area. 

Theatre Weekly wrote: Denise Marsa's performance at The Playground Theatre titled "The Pass" is a biographical work that intertwines her life stories with songs, exploring themes of independence, self-discovery, and the challenges of the music industry. The show features vignettes that reflect her experiences across various cities and her journey as a singer-songwriter, highlighting her struggles and triumphs in the music business. Marsa aims to create an interactive experience where the audience can engage with her storytelling and music, making it a unique and personal performance.” 

The show was also presented and won an award for Best Concert at the 2021 New York Solo Festival. Each episode offers a new layer of Marsa’s story—personal, passionate, and profoundly human. Together, Marsa and Stark deliver performances that celebrate vulnerability, connection, and the enduring power of song.

Episode Release Dates:

  • Episode 1 – October 18

  • Episode 2 – October 25

  • Episode 3 – November 1

  • Episode 4 – November 8

Watch Exclusively on YouTube:
👉 @DeniseMarsaMusic and visit ThePassMusical.com

Follow the Journey:
#ThePass #DeniseMarsa #WomenInMusic #IndieArtist #TracyStark

About Denise Marsa:
Denise Marsa is a chart-topping singer-songwriter, producer, and founder of Marsa Media. Known for her inventive storytelling and dynamic vocal style, she continues to push creative boundaries, blending heartfelt performance with artistic innovation.

THE PASS

Synopsis: The story of Denise Marsa’s development as a musician, artist, and individual is told in this original music project featuring anecdotes recounted against a background of her original compositions. Travel with Denise as she starts her career towards the end of the ’70s, struggling with her sexuality through the highly volatile and emotional ’80s while she claims her independence as an artist and continues on through the start of the tech-driven ’90s starting her own record label, into the 21st century. From her start in her West Village studio apartment dating from 1810 to London to West Hollywood and back to NYC where she developed the project, Denise shares her intimate, inspiring, and heartfelt stories.

The show premiered in London in 2018 at the Playground Theatre and was also part of the 2021 United Solo Festival in NYC. Denise also performed the show as a live-streaming event on New Year’s Eve 2020 from The Revelation Gallery. The performance is scheduled to premiere on Denise’s YouTube channel in four episodes fall of 2025. Subscribe to DM’s YT Channel

“A nuanced and fascinating show. It all fits like a glove. The songs featured in the show are all Marsa’s, and they are more evocative than provocative. The evening proved educational as well as inspirational for this reviewer.” - Chris Omaweng, London Theatre 1 read more

“Denise Marsa is one of a kind. She’s a force of nature, a life-affirming singer, an overwhelmingly positive presence. The songs are the real soul of the show.” - A Younger Theatre, Anna Zanetti read more

“A raw biographical performance comprised of life-defining moments, humour, heartbreak, and self-discovery accompanied by beautiful music.” - Ping, Lesflicks read more

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