Regina Ruopoli
Has the Soul of a Songtress
___ The 30-something Indiania transplant has had stars in her eyes since she first performed on stage in a high-school play, went on to major in theater at Marion College in Indiania, and even taught children's therater before moving to Charleston in 1992 (her first apartment was right across from the Dock Street Theatre). Regina has been singing professionally for more than 10 years; her former band, Sunday Punch, was a fixture on the Southeastern music scene in the late 90's. She's currently fronting Vintage Velvet, a band she formed with her husband and three musician friends a year ago. Most recently, Regina and the band performed at WomenRock, and regularly appear at Zinc Bistro and Bar. "The best part is when I forget people are watching, "says Regina. "It just feels good, like therapy." - Skirt Magazine, October 2004 (Charleston, SC)