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Ann Harada is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born on February 3, 1964, in Honolulu, Hawaii, to Japanese parents. Her father was a doctor, and her mother was a nurse. Ann grew up in a family that valued education and music. Her parents encouraged her to pursue her passion for music from a young age. Ann started playing the piano when she was five years old. She showed a natural talent for music and quickly progressed. She also started singing in her church choir and school choir. Ann's parents recognized her talent and enrolled her in music lessons. She studied piano, voice, and music theory. Ann attended Punahou School, a private school in Honolulu. She was an excellent student and participated in various extracurricular activities, including music. She was a member of the school choir and performed in school musicals. Ann's talent and dedication to music earned her a scholarship to attend the University of Hawaii at Manoa. At the University of Hawaii, Ann studied music education and voice. She continued to excel in her studies and was a member of the university choir. She also performed in various musical productions, including "The Sound of Music" and "West Side Story." Ann's talent and hard work paid off when she won the Hawaii State Music Teachers Association Competition in 1985. After graduating from the University of Hawaii, Ann moved to New York City to pursue a career in music. She enrolled in the Manhattan School of Music and studied voice with Joan Patenaude-Yarnell. Ann also studied acting at the HB Studio and the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. Ann's career took off when she landed the role of Christmas Eve in the Broadway musical "Avenue Q" in 2003. The musical was a huge success and won several awards, including the Tony Award for Best Musical. Ann's performance as Christmas Eve was praised by critics and audiences alike. She received a Theatre World Award for her performance. Ann went on to perform in several other Broadway productions, including "Les Miserables," "Cinderella," and "Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella." She also appeared in off-Broadway productions, including "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" and "The Kid." Ann's talent and hard work have earned her several awards and nominations. She was nominated for a Drama Desk Award for her performance in "Avenue Q." She also received a Helen Hayes Award nomination for her performance in "The Kid." Ann was awarded the 2018 Paul Robeson Citation Award by the Actors' Equity Association for her contributions to the theatre community. Ann is also a talented voice actor and has lent her voice to several animated films and television shows. She voiced the character of Mrs. Yamaguchi-San in the animated film "Wreck-It Ralph" and its sequel "Ralph Breaks the Internet." She also voiced the character of Siu in the animated television series "Mulaney." Ann is a dedicated performer who continues to inspire audiences with her talent and passion for music. She is also a role model for young musicians who aspire to pursue a career in music. Ann's dedication to her craft and her commitment to excellence have earned her a place in the pantheon of classical music artists.

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