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    Canadian singer

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    Birth nameKayla Meagan Iovan
    Born () August 13, (age&#;33)[1]
    Calgary, Alberta, Canada
    Genres
    Occupation(s)Singer, actress
    Instrument(s)Vocals, piano
    Years active–present
    LabelsUnderdog Music, Star Music,Western Star Promotions Ltd

    Musical artist

    Kayla Meagan Iovan (born August 13, ), known by her stage name Kayla Rivera (formerly K-LA Rivera and Kaye) is a CanadianFilipina-Romanian singer and actress appearing both in theater and television in the Philippines, best recognized for being a grand finalist of Star Power's "Sharon's Search for the Next Female Pop Superstar" and playing the title role in Atlantis Theatrical's: Beautiful – The Carole King Musical.

    Rivera is furthermore a recording artist, songwriter, model, host, video jockey, and voice teacher. Rivera is currently the Headhunter of POPinoy, a television show airing on TV5. She also performs on "Eat Bulaga", (a noontime variety show) and is under the management of All Access to Artists, Inc.[2]

    Early life

    At age 13, The Young Canadians (TYC) School of Performing Arts chose Rivera to be among their members where she trained both vocally and dancing (jazz and ballet) year-round, in preparation for nightly performances at the Grandstand show, at the Calgary Stampede.[3]

    When Rivera was 16, she auditioned for Canadian Idol in Calgary, and making it through initial auditions, she flew to Toronto and made it to the Top That same year she was a co-winner of the David Foster Star Search (September ) and performed at the Jack Singer Concert Hall with David Foster.

    Later that month, Rivera was sent to Halifax, NS, to perform at the kickoff for the David Foster Star Search held in March. She also worked with David Foster at various events around Canada, including an appearance on Canada AM to promote the Olympics held in Vancouver, British Columbia.[4]

    Career

    In Rivera, appearing as K-La Rivera, became a part of Star Power from ABS-CBN.[5]

    On July 27, , Rivera emerged as one of the finalists of the MYX VJ SEARCH and was one of three winners announced at SM North Edsa – The Block.

    She then began her career as VJ from to [6]

    In September , Rivera made her professional stage debut in the local adaptation of the acclaimed Broadway musical In the Heights under Atlantis Production.

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    She played the role of "Nina Rosario" alongside seasoned performers, namely Nyoy Volante, Jackie Lou Blanco, and Ima Castro. Rivera received her first nomination as "Best Actress in a Musical" at the Aliw Awards.[7]

    Rivera was chosen to sing the theme song “I’m Feeling Sexy Tonight”, of the movie “Adventures of Pureza” which was released on July 4, Months later on March 16, , Rivera released her first self-titled Album (K-LA) under Star Music Records.

    Included in her 5-track album are Inseparable, Love Has Come My Way, Say That You Love Me, Someone’s Always Saying Goodbye, and You’re All That I Need.[8]

    In November , following her success in the musical play "In the Heights," Rivera was selected by Atlantis Productions to play Princess Jasmine in the Manila staging of Disney's Aladdin.[9]

    In October , Rivera created a buzz in the theater community after learning and taking on the lead role of Carrie White in less than a week.

    When lead star Mikkie Bradshaw-Volante fell ill after the Friday opening night of Atlantis Productions' staging of "Carrie,". Rivera went on earning her second nomination as "Best Actress in Musical Theater” at the Broadway World Philippines.[10]

    In November , Rivera portrayed the role of Wednesday Addams in The Addams Family, a Broadway Musical staged by Atlantis Productions.[11]

    In February , Rivera moved from ABS-CBN to GMA, specifically being co-managed by Maristel Fernandez and GMA Artist Center (GMAAC).

    K-la rivera wiki Rivera then started performing on the noontime show Sunday All-Stars. Quezon City , Metro Manila. Dec 18, There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the BroadwayWorld Philippines Awards!

    With this move came a new screen name, Kaye. Rivera then started performing on the noontime show Sunday All-Stars. Rivera also appeared semi-regularly on the TV series Carmella and other various GMA shows.[12]

    In Aug , Rivera made her big-screen debut in the film "S6Parados" under a Cinemalaya production directed by GB Sampedro.

    S6parados was based on true stories of the partly tragic saga of six men who separated from their wives. She played the girlfriend of one of the main cast members.

    In October , Rivera starred in Rock of Ages, a jukebox musical that tells the story of the two young dreamers, Drew and Sherrie. Portraying the role of "Sherrie Christian" who dreamt of a career in Hollywood but worked as a stripper while in the pursuit of her dreams, this enabled Rivera to stretch out of the more conservative roles she had previously played, and into a more sexy role[13]

    In August , Atlantis Theatrical Entertainment Group cast Rivera to play the lead role of "Violet Hilton" together with Gab Pangilinan (Daisy Hilton) in "Side Show" (true story of the famous conjoined twins).

    Rivera was nominated again as "Best Actress in Musical" at Broadway World Philippines.[14]

    On April 25, , Rivera concluded her four-year degree course Bachelor of Arts in Communications, minor in Economics at the University of Calgary (Canada).[15]

    In June , included in the special line-up of shows in celebration of Atlantis Theatrical Group’s 20th Anniversary, was “Beautiful: The Carole King Musical” where Rivera starred as the title role.[16][2]

    In February , Rivera joined Sam Concepcion (as Joseph) in the much-awaited return of Trumpet's most beloved production, “Joseph the Dreamer”.

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    She played a dual role as the Narrator and Asenath (Joseph's wife).[17]

    Notable stage credits

    Year Title Role Location Notes
    In the HeightsNina Rosario Manila Nominated for Best Actress (Aliw Awards)
    AlladinJasmine Manila
    Carrie WhiteCarrie Manila Nominated for Best Actress (Broadway World Philippines)
    The Addams FamilyWednesday Addams Manila
    Rock of AgesSherrie Manila
    Side ShowViolet Hilton Manila Nominated for Best Actress (Broadway World Philippines)
    Beautiful: The Carole King MusicalCarole King Manila
    Joseph The DreamerAsenath/ Narrator Manila Best Lead Actress in a Musical- Aliw Awards (Won)

    Filmography and television appearances

    References

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    2. ^ abCharm, Neil (11 June ). "A celebration of Carole King's music &#; BusinessWorld". BusinessWorld.
    3. ^"K-La is Pampanga's bet for Star Power". Sun Star Pampanga.

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    4. ^"'Beautiful' legacy to inspire new generation&#;» Manila Bulletin Entertainment". Archived from the original on Retrieved
    5. ^"Star Power 5 face-off". .
    6. ^Siazon, Rachelle.

      "Singer K-La Rivera is one of the winners of the MYX VJ Search &#; : Your ultimate showbiz hub!". .

    7. ^News, ABS-CBN (September 1, ). "K-La makes debut in 'Heights'". ABS-CBN News.
    8. ^"K-La Rivera releases her debut album under Star Records".

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    9. ^"&#; ABS-CBN News".

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    10. ^By: Walter Ang, How to learn a lead role in six days–take it from K-La Rivera, Published on October 26,
    11. ^"Atlantis Productions stages 'Carrie' and 'The Addams Family'". .
    12. ^By Ruben Marasigan, K-La Rivera moves to GMA with a new screen name, Published on Feb 26,
    13. ^, Vladimir Bunoan (November 4, ).

      "Review: Bigger 'Rock of Ages' still charms". ABS-CBN News.

    14. ^Salonga, Lea (September 6, ).

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      19. "'Side Show'". .

    19. ^"Done with school, Kayla Rivera restarts 'Beautiful' career". The Manila Times. 11 June
    20. ^ Karen Flores Layno, WATCH: Kayla Rivera as Carole King in musical ‘Beautiful’, Jun 06,
    21. ^ ABS CBN News, Kayla Rivera joins Sam Concepcion in ‘Joseph the Dreamer’ musical, Nov 18,