The ZD Experience
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The ZD Experience Live: Let’s Talk Menopause!
Hot flashes, mood swings & myths—let’s talk menopause! Join us May 22 at The Peacock with Dr. Paula Orr & music by Beth Inabinett!
Join us for a powerful and necessary conversation on menopause—an experience every woman will face, yet one that remains surrounded by misinformation and silence.
We’re thrilled to welcome renowned women’s health expert, Dr. Paula Orr, MD to guide us through the realities of menopause, from symptoms and treatments to emotional well-being and how our partners can support us through this transition.
Meet Beth Inabinett
Beth Inabinett is a Gullah-Geechie native of Saint Helena Island, SC. She is the
frontwoman for her band, Beth Inabinett & For The Funk Of It, and a vocalist with
Bluffton~Hilton Head Island’s The Ross Band.
Beth’s musical influences include Mahalia Jackson, Phyllis Hyman, Roberta Flack, Nancy
Wilson, Nina Simone, Quincy Jones, Aretha Franklin, Sam Cooke, The 5th Dimension,
Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Rod Temperton, Prince, Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan,
Anita Baker, Sade, Stevie Wonder and Earth, Wind & Fire. She credits her mother Shirley
as her favorite singer.
Beth’s passion for music and song began at a very early age and continues today. She
began singing professionally at age of 15, and has shared the stage and performed as an
opening act, featured artist, lead and background vocalist with countless musicians and
several notable artists - to include Tony and Grammy award winning singer Melba Moore,
former James Brown powerhouse vocalist -
“The Goddess of Soul” Miss Martha High,
legendary contemporary jazz/soul trumpeter and Grammy Nominee Tom Browne, singer,
actress, songwriter, producer Chandra Currelley, R&B singers Meli’sa Morgan, the late
Angela Bofill, Sunshine Anderson, Carl Thomas, Howard Hewitt, contemporary jazz
pianist, music composer, music producer, author, radio host and creator of the
NewUrbanJazz Lounge Bob Baldwin, International soul/jazz singer/pianist Frank
McComb, singer Bobby Brooks Wilson, son of the late famed singer Jackie Wilson,
keyboardist and flutist - the late Kofi Burbridge (Tedeschi Trucks Band,) Comedian Sheryl
Underwood, fellow SC State Jazz Band vocalist and former member of the R&B group
Blackstreet Mark Middleton, International Jazz and Soul vocalist Lori Williams, Smooth
Jazz artists Saxophonists Jeannette Harris and Dee Lucas, Jazz Pianist Gino Rosaria,
Smooth Jazz Trumpeter and fellow SC State University alum Willie Bradley, R&B Legends
The Spinners, and fellow Saint Helena Island native - American Idol Season 12 Winner
Candice Glover, In addition, Beth has performed before then 47th Vice-President and
keynote speaker Joe Biden, and former state representative and Master of Ceremony
Bakari Sellers for the Charleston, SC’s branch of The NAACP’s 100th Anniversary
(September 2017)
Beth is a 1984 graduate of Beaufort High School, a 1989 graduate of South Carolina State
College (now University), where she received a Bachelor of Science in General Home
Economics, with concentrations in Child Development/Early Childhood Education, and
Elementary Education, and a 1993 graduate of The University of Dayton - Dayton, OH
where she received Master of Science in Education and Health Science. During her years
at SC State, Beth was a vocalist in the jazz band, a Champagne Dancer on the Marching
101, and reigned as the college’s 50th campus queen from 1987-1988. Beth was inducted
into the SC State University Jazz Band Hall of Fame in 2019, along with 12 other
recipients including Multi-instrumentalist, arranger, composer, bandleader, and longtime
musical director for James Brown's renowned backing unit the J.B.
's. Fred Wesley.Beth is a certified PK-12 School Counselor and Global Career Development Facilitator.
She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., American School Counselor
Association, National Education Association, and SC Alliance of Black Educators.
Beth is the daughter of Shirley and the late Heyward Inabinett. She is the proud mother of
a daughter - Tiana, two sons - Zuhri & Solomon, two grandchildren - Keion and Kiana,
and a fur baby - Amber.
Get to Know Dr. Paula Orr
Dr. Paula Orr is a dedicated advocate for women’s health with over 24 years of experience as the physician and owner of Charleston’s Women’s Wellness Center and the medical director of Charleston Health and Wellness Medi-Spa. Her private practice specializes in preventative and alternative gynecological care, including bio-identical hormone replacement therapy and weight management.
A native of Baltimore, Maryland, Dr. Orr has called Charleston, SC, home for the past 26 years. She earned her medical degree from Wayne State University in Detroit and completed her residency at Cook County Hospital in Chicago, where she served as Administrative Chief Resident in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Beyond her medical expertise, Dr. Orr is deeply committed to community service and leadership. She has served on numerous boards, including The Medical University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees (2002–2010), where she was the only woman and African American member at the time. She has also contributed to the Komen Charleston Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Foundation and many other organizations.
Dr. Orr’s impact has been widely recognized with prestigious accolades, including:
✅ Charleston Regional Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 Award
✅ MOJA Arts Festival Community Tribute for Contributions in Medicine
✅ National Council of Negro Women’s Outstanding Community Leader Award
✅ Essence Magazine’s “Gynecologists We Love” Readers’ Choice Feature
✅ 2024 Woman of Impact – Charleston (American Heart Association), raising nearly $30K for heart health
She is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Links, Incorporated, and The National Council of Negro Women. Currently, she serves as the Southern Area Health & Human Services Chair for The Links, Inc.
Dr. Orr attends Royal Missionary Baptist Church and is a proud mother of four adult children and one beloved grand-pup.
Her passion for women’s wellness, education, and advocacy makes her an invaluable voice in the conversation on menopause and holistic health.
We’re Hosting TEDx 2025!
The ZD Experience’s own Executive Artistic Director, Zandrina Dunning, and Creative Director, Stephen Washington, will host this year’s TEDxCharleston, an event dedicated to amplifying the voices of Charleston’s most innovative thinkers and visionaries. With a passion for storytelling through music and the arts, Zandrina and Stephen will guide audiences through a day of powerful ideas, new connections, and transformative conversations—honoring Charleston’s rich history while inspiring action for the future.
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Get to know “The Power of Voices” Artists
Charlton Singleton, is a graduate of SC State University with a BA in Music Performance, he is a founding member of Ranky Tanky, a Grammy Award-winning quintet celebrating Gullah music (2019, 2022). He currently serves as Artistic Director of Charleston’s MOJA Arts Festival, highlighting African American and Caribbean artistry. Beyond music, Charlton and his wife, MaryJo, cherish their roles as p
Rae Estelle is an independent artist performing throughout the greater Charleston region. After transitioning from the gospel music scene in 2018 to explore secular music, she has carved out a dynamic and evolving career. Known for her captivating performances, she regularly appears at some of Charleston’s premier venues. Her upcoming show on February 28th at The Charleston Pour House will feature
Christine Johnson, a visual artist and author, creates abstract mixed-media paintings that inspire inner peace and reflect values like authenticity, patience, and resilience. Her work encourages viewers to find strength within and embrace their divine purpose.
Brandon John is a singer-songwriter who weaves folk, soul, and pop with storytelling. He is a local of Columbia, SC. Brandon loves the art of music and cherishes being able to do it professionally. His love for song began at a young age and has sparked his creativity.
AsiahMae, stylized A$iahMae, (they/she) is a Black, Southern, non-binary poet and cultural worker with roots in Georgia, South and North Carolina. A trans-disciplinary artist, their background spans across film, curation, production, performance and language arts. They are currently serving as the Second Poet Laureate of Charleston, SC
Beth Inabinett is a native of St. Helena Island, SC. She is the frontwoman for her band, Beth Inabinett & For The FunK Of It. She is a proud mother of 2 sons, Zuhri and Solomon, and a bonus daughter, Tiana. Beth has worked with many artists - Tom Browne, Howard Hewitt, Melba Moore, Martha High, Meli’sa Morgan, Chandra Currelley, Bob Baldwin, Candice Glover, the late Angela Bofill, and Comedian She
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What are people saying about the zd experience?
John Tecklenburg - Former Mayor of Charleston
Ruthie Foster - Arts and Cultural Events Coordinator - Town of Kiawah Island
Ruthie Foster - Arts and Cultural Events Coordinator - Town of Kiawah Island
“It is an honor and a pleasure to endorse Zandrina Dunning and her show, Queen of Soul: Tribute to Aretha Franklin. I was fortunate to attend the encore performance of this spectacular show at the 2019 Piccolo Spoleto finale on June 8th. I was mesmerized by the tribute; the vocalist truly sounded like Aretha! Ms. Dunning is a consummate e
“It is an honor and a pleasure to endorse Zandrina Dunning and her show, Queen of Soul: Tribute to Aretha Franklin. I was fortunate to attend the encore performance of this spectacular show at the 2019 Piccolo Spoleto finale on June 8th. I was mesmerized by the tribute; the vocalist truly sounded like Aretha! Ms. Dunning is a consummate entertainer and what she has produced is outstanding and worth seeing. As a musician and performer myself, I am thrilled to support her vision to take her show to other cities. I am confident that she wil not only be well received wherever she goes, an encore performance will be necessary.”
Ruthie Foster - Arts and Cultural Events Coordinator - Town of Kiawah Island
Ruthie Foster - Arts and Cultural Events Coordinator - Town of Kiawah Island
Ruthie Foster - Arts and Cultural Events Coordinator - Town of Kiawah Island
“Working with The ZD Experience to put on production that our audiences enjoyed was a blast. The team went above and beyond to make our event a hit, event curating a dual header show. Apart from their extreme musical and performance abilities, Zandrina and her crew were thoughtful, accommodating, and a pleasure to work with. If given the opportunity, I can’t wait to work together in the future.”
Mario Desaussure - Recording Artist - Vocalist (Always & Forever Luther Vandross Tribute)
Mario Desaussure - Recording Artist - Vocalist (Always & Forever Luther Vandross Tribute)
Mario Desaussure - Recording Artist - Vocalist (Always & Forever Luther Vandross Tribute)
My ZD EXPERIENCE
“So, let me tell you about my experience working with Zandrina Dunning.
I have known her for the past 20+ years. We grew up singing together and we’ve developed a bond like no other. She has been one of the most consistent persons in my life. She keeps me encouraged, she motivates me and she pushes me to be better and I a
My ZD EXPERIENCE
“So, let me tell you about my experience working with Zandrina Dunning.
I have known her for the past 20+ years. We grew up singing together and we’ve developed a bond like no other. She has been one of the most consistent persons in my life. She keeps me encouraged, she motivates me and she pushes me to be better and I appreciate her for that. I’ve worked with her on several occasions. Recently I worked with her by singing background for a couple of her productions that she did personally as well as the Aretha Franklin tribute and the Anita Baker tribute. When she reached out to me about doing a tribute concert, I was very skeptical because I had never done anything of that magnitude. So she pitched the idea of doing a tribute to Luther Vandross. I immediately told her to let me get back to her because I wanted to make sure that this was something that I could do and that I would do to the best of my ability. Needless to say, I told her yes and the rest is history. From the photo shoot, to the ending of the tribute concert, she made it so easy for me to do what I do. I had no issues with anything. Everything that she said she was going to do, she did it no matter what it took. I have sung background on many occasions, but she made me feel like a national recording artist. Anything I needed, or wanted she made happen. You don’t find people in the industry of being producers or managers that really take the time with artists to make sure that all of their needs are met before they get on the stage to perform. And I want to say to Zandrina, thank you for exemplifying first class service. I will ride with you until the wheels fall off and I cannot wait for the next tribute show. Thank you for all you do, thank you for who you are and most of all thank you for being genuine and making sure that music stays alive!”
Nadia Rochelle - Vocalist/ PerformerActress (Queens of Rock & Soul Tribute)
Mario Desaussure - Recording Artist - Vocalist (Always & Forever Luther Vandross Tribute)
Mario Desaussure - Recording Artist - Vocalist (Always & Forever Luther Vandross Tribute)
“Zandrina Dunning, you truly are a GEM!! You didn’t miss one detail or spare any expense. You’re a consummate professional and it has been a DIVINE pleasure working with you on this event. THANK YOU for providing this opportunity and this stage to do what I love: be a light in this world. I know this is the first of many times we’ll work
“Zandrina Dunning, you truly are a GEM!! You didn’t miss one detail or spare any expense. You’re a consummate professional and it has been a DIVINE pleasure working with you on this event. THANK YOU for providing this opportunity and this stage to do what I love: be a light in this world. I know this is the first of many times we’ll work together so I’m looking forward to how it all unfolds for us to keep co-creating pure MAGIC!!”
“Stephen Washington You are pure musical BRILLIANCE!! You ALWAYS have been and last night was no different! You were on FIYAH and what you did with the band was soooo YUMMY!! Thank you taking the best care of me on that stage and ensuring that everything felt RIGHT! The synergy was just ELECTRIC! So thank you for curating such incredible vibes.”
FEatured tribute show
Queens of Rock and Soul: A Tribute to Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin
Attention Venues: Bring the electrifying energy and soul-stirring performances of the Queens of Rock and Soul tribute show to your stage! Recently sold out at the prestigious 500+ seat venue at Kiawah Island’s West Beach Conference Center, this sensational production is ready to captivate audiences at your venue next.
Immerse your audience in an unforgettable celebration of legendary female artists, Aretha Franklin & Tina Turner. With powerhouse vocals, dynamic choreography, and a live band delivering hit after hit, the Queens of Rock and Soul tribute show promises an evening of pure entertainment and nostalgia.
Assemble your guests for a night of iconic music and timeless classics, guaranteed to leave them dancing in the aisles and craving an encore. Don’t miss your chance to host this must-see event that’s sure to draw crowds and elevate your venue’s reputation as a premier destination for live entertainment.
Contact us today to secure your booking and let the Queens of Rock and Soul tribute show bring the magic to your stage!
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