Lisa Piorkowski: 1958-2018

October 25, 2018

As a performer. Lisa appeared on Broadway, in dinner theater, and throughout Europe. She was a triple threat, with a lovely soprano. Fellow dancers from the European company of 42nd Street knew her by her maiden name, Lisa Fairmont. They described her as vivacious, enthusiastic, passionate, and talented. With a dazzling smile, she was as loving as she was pretty. Her speaking voice was very distinctive. Just hearing her in conversation on the other side of stage made you smile and laugh. She was kind and compassionate to the younger dancers, and gave them excellent advice. Jon Engstrom, (who reset Gower Champion’s original choreography in 42nd Street) told her during rehearsal, “You remind me of Sophia Loren.” She was also a former Miss Colorado and Bronco cheerleader. She will be dearly missed by her friends and family.