Steffi_DiDomenicantonio

Steffi DiDomenicantonio

Steffi DiDomenicantonio

Canadian singer and actress


Stephanie Marie Toscano DiDomenicantonio (born April 28, 1989), also known as Steffi D, is a Canadian singer and actress, who first rose to prominence as a fifth-place finalist on the fourth season of Canadian Idol.[1]

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Early life

DiDomenicantonio was born in Longueuil, Quebec, Canada, but grew up in Ottawa, Ontario.[2] She attended École secondaire publique De La Salle, but left to audition for Canadian Idol. Following her elimination, she returned to complete her final year of high school. DiDomenicantonio is a graduate of the George Brown College theatre program.[3]

Career

Canadian Idol

In early 2006, while in high school, DiDomenicantonio auditioned for the fourth season of Canadian Idol. At her Ottawa audition, she received mixed-results: judges Sass Jordan and Zack Werner voted "no" whereas Jake Gold and Farley Flex voted "yes". During her time on the show, DiDomenicantonio became known for her unorthodox song choices and unique look that included a bow in her hair.[4] As part of the show, she had the opportunity to be mentored by various music icons, such as Martina McBride. McBride, when speaking about DiDomenicantonio, said "She’s got star quality. I see big things for her future. I’m a big fan."[5]

On August 22, 2006, DiDomenicantonio was eliminated in 5th place.

Performances and results

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Television

In 2022 DiDomenicantonio, alongside Anand Rajaraman, hosted the annual CAFTCAD (Canadian Alliance for Film and Television Costume Arts and Design) Awards.[6]

Theatre

Following her run on Canadian Idol, DiDomenicantonio has performed on stage across Canada and the United States. She made her stage debut in the first national tour of Spring Awakening, as Ilse.[7]

In 2013, she was nominated for a Dora Award in the Outstanding Musical Theatre Performance by a Female category for her role of Cinderella in Toronto's Young People's Theatre production of Cinderella (a RATical retelling).[8]

Since 2018, DiDomenicantonio has portrayed the role of Janice Moshers & others in the Canadian production of Come from Away.[9]

In 2020, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic that necessitated the temporary closure of theatre productions, DiDomenicantonio and stage manager Lisa Humber co-hosted a web series entitled Check in from Away for Mirvish Productions.[10]

Credits

Theatre

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Discography

Cast recordings

  • Canadian Idol: Spotlights – Sony BMG (2006)[38]

References

  1. Ouzounian, Richard. "Idol alum Steffi D breaks out on Broadway". Toronto Star. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  2. "Steffi D". CTV. Archived from the original on 2007-02-08. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  3. Szekeres, Joe. "'Moving Forward': a conversation with Steffi DiDomenicantonio". OnStageBlog. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  4. Morrow, Martin. "Young and randy". CBC. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  5. "Kiwanis Music Festival". Ottawa Festivals. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  6. "Complete Cast Announced for Spring Awakening National Tour". Broadway.com. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  7. Gillett, Lauren. "2013 Dora Mavor Moore Awards Nominees". Theatromania. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  8. Nestruck, J Kelly. "Come From Away lands its cast for Toronto and Winnipeg". The Globe & Mail. Retrieved 13 October 2020.
  9. "Complete Cast Announced for Spring Awakening National Tour". Broadway Buzz. 11 Aug 2008. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  10. Nestruck, J. Kelly (12 July 2017). "Come From Away lands its cast for Toronto and Winnipeg". CBC. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  11. Nestruck, J. Kelly (12 July 2017). "Come From Away lands its cast for Toronto and Winnipeg". CBC. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  12. Szekeres, Joe (2 November 2021). "Toronto Company of 'Come From Away' returns to the Royal Alexandra Theatre". OnStage Blog. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  13. Chai, Daniel (12 August 2022). ""Come From Away" is balm for the soul for Canadian actors". Daily Hive. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  14. Hall, Margaret (2 September 2022). "Petrina Bromley, Clint Butler, Kate Etienne, and More Cast in Come From Away: The Concert". Playbill. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  15. "Iconic Broadway Show Rock of Ages Roars Onto The Toronto Stage This Winter". Canadian Newswire. 1 November 2022. Retrieved 18 March 2024.
  16. Loretta's Flowers official page at www.brendanprost.com
  17. "Canadian Idol: Spotlights". Discogs. Retrieved 13 October 2020.

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