Brandi Dolendo - FEMME7 Visionary
Brandi Dolendo is the visionary force behind FEMME7, a movement over a decade in the making and backed by more than 25 years of international experience as a performer, show director, and creative producer. The spark first ignited in 2010 while she was working as a show designer for Walibi World, the Netherlands’ largest theme park. Even then, she knew the idea was bigger than the stage she was standing on—a bold reimagining of how female talent could be showcased in the entertainment world.
The vision gained momentum when Brandi moved to London, where she introduced early versions of the concept in some of the city’s top venues. The success of those first performances proved the idea had power,
but the formula wasn’t complete.
Everything changed when she returned to the U.S. during the COVID era and felt the creative stagnation of women in the Central Florida’s entertainment landscape. Frustrated by the lack of opportunity, representation, and the industry's narrow casting standards, Brandi knew it was time to disrupt the status quo. Meeting her creative partner and husband, Troy Dolendo—a musical genius who shared her unconventional vision of blending songs in ways others thought impossible—was the final piece.
Together, they brought FEMME7 to life: not just as an act, but as a fearless movement to shatter expectations, break casting molds, and prove that
talent knows no boundaries.
Troy Dolendo - Musical Architect FEMME7
Troy Dolendo is the musical architect behind FEMME7, an internationally sought-after arranger, producer, and music director whose career spans over 30 years at the highest levels of the entertainment industry. His credits include collaborations with legends such as Prince, Tony Bennett, Stevie Wonder, and Broadway star Shoshana Bean, as well as arrangements
commissioned for the Oscars, the Grammys, and stages across
Europe, Asia, and the United States.
Renowned for his ability to merge precision with imagination, Troy possesses the rare gift of turning bold, unconventional ideas
into breathtaking musical realities.
When FEMME7 founder Brandi Dolendo brings a concept to the table—often one others might dismiss as impossible—Troy instinctively hears the masterpiece within. His arrangements don’t just accompany the performance; they elevate it to high art, creating the signature sound that makes FEMME7 unforgettable.
Iris Johnson - FEMME7 Choreographer
Iris Johnson is a powerhouse in the performing arts—as both choreographer and mesmerizing vocalist, whose creative spark has lit up stages at Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and beyond. Iris has become a leading voice at Renaissance Theater, where she not only captivated audiences as the star vocalist in shows like 24 and the haunting Nosferatu, but also co-wrote the unforgettable musical score for the groundbreaking production 54.
Her choreographic flair has transformed theaters across town, turning every performance into an immersive celebration of movement and emotion. Whether commanding the stage with her radiant vocal presence or orchestrating seamless, dynamic dance sequences, Iris’s artistry leaves an indelible mark on every production she touches.