CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 11/28/10

Saturday, December 4, 2010

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY BULLETIN

This year's CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Monday, December 13th at 7:00 pm. Long time cabaret/piano bar performer Michael McAssey, who recently relocated back to the NYC area has agreed to serve as Musical Director for the event. Included in the cast are Sue Matsuki and Edd Clark, Suzanne Carrico, Marcus Simeone, Richard Holbrook, Warren Schein, Miles Phillips and Janice Hall. Full details at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsHTLN101213CDShow.shtml
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FOUR CABARET EVENTS OFFERING DISCOUNTS TODAY - ALL HIGHLY ACCLAIMED

NYC: SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOW AT THE BEECHMAN

Edd Clark and Sue Matsuki continue the holiday season by bringing a new version of their annual sell-out Sue & Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show on Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) . The show will feature Paul Stephan at the piano. Sue's jazzy and Edd's legit; she's a multi-MAC Award winner and he's a Bistro Award winner; together they're returning with their annual show to ring in the holiday season! It's time to break out the hot toddies, hot chocolate, and cookies! Music director, Paul Stephan has created arrangements for these award winning singers that make Sue and Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show a celebration of the wonderful music of the Christmas and a perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. The show features new takes on such familiar holiday carols, new holiday classics such as "Warm as Winter" by Nick Levin, and a new song "Christmas Angel" written specially for the show by Sue and Paul and currently featured on Christine Lavin's new holiday CD "One More Angel". There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: KEVIN McMULLAN PREMIERES TWIST OF FATE AT THE BEECHMAN
MEMBER FOR MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Beloved cabaret veteran Kevin McMullan brings his highly anticipated new show TWIST OF FATE to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, December 4th at 4:00 pm. TWIST OF FATE is a whimsical, funny, moving and magical evening's exploration of Fortune, Fate, Love, Life, Death, The Afterlife and Reincarnation - all presented through storytelling and gorgeous music ranging from Broadway and Swing to contemporary and alternative Rock classics from the likes of Styx, kd lang and Olivia Newton-John. Multiple award-winners Miles Phillips (Director) and Mark Janas (Music Director) oversee an ambitious whirlwind of a show that unveils McMullan at the center of a six piece Gypsy Jazz Band and a dazzling assortment of Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

To celebrate the December release of his first official studio album, "Haunted," on the Miranda Music label, Marcus Simeone returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for 2 more performances, on Saturdays, December 4th & 11th at 9:30 pm. Marcus has assembled a powerful set filled with emotional highs and humorous moments in his most risky show to date. With this new show, Marcus will bring highlights from his new album ("Haunted") which features many of today's contemporary songwriters accompanying him on their own songs, such as John Bucchino, Tracy Stark, Heather Sullivan, etc., backed by some of today's most acclaimed musicians. The album is scheduled to be released in December with a special event at the last show on Saturday, December 11th. This latest show will also celebrate a decade working in the clubs of New York since his auspicious debut at Don't Tell Mama. He has gone on to win acclaim on the national stage performing in theaters and clubs in Manhattan, Chicago, Florida and Palm Springs as well as performing at the Cabaret Conventions at Town Hall and Jazz At Lincoln Center. Along the way, he has also received nine MAC nominations and won three, as well as receiving the Bistro Award. This summer, he was invited to sing on a recording with Reba McIntyre in Nashville. Most recently, he was the grand prize winner in the 2010 Palm Beach Symphony Pop Star Competition (with 5,300 contestants entered) and will appear in an exclusive engagement with them. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: VICKIE & NICKIE'S HOLIDAY SLEIGH RIDE!
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $4 OFF THE COVER

NYC's well-known wacky musical comedy sister duo of Vickie and Nickie, played by real life sisters Lisa and Lori Brigantino, are returning to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for one night only on Saturday, December 4th at 6:00 pm to perform their new holiday show, Vickie & Nickie's Holiday Sleigh Ride! - a celebration of the holiday season Minnesotan-style! The sisters will take the audience on a zany journey as they share their rise to "fame", family stories and their own special take on the holidays and the world today. The Brigantino sisters premiered their last new show Inside Vickie & Nickie! at Don't Tell Mama in July to rave reviews. During the course of their shows they intertwine pop and original songs with dialogue, improv and audience participation all while accompanying themselves on many different instruments including acoustic guitars, keyboard, accordion, saxophone, violin, ukuleles, percussion and more. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $8 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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Friday, December 3, 2010

BOSTON: CHRISTMAS DOUBLE HEADER WITH CARRICO, CLARK & MATSUKI SUNDAY

BOSTON: CHRISTMAS DOUBLE HEADER WITH CARRICO, CLARK & MATSUKI SUNDAY

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at CLUB CAFE(209 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA - 617-536-0966) for one show only on Sunday, December 5th at 7:00 pm. She will be accompanied by Pat Firth on piano.

Then for the other part of the show, Sue Matsuki & Edd Clark who will perform their annual holiday show, "SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS". WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME includes tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." Call for cover/minimum information. "SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS" includes songs from their CD of the same title, plus some new songs arranged for this year's event. Call for cover/minimum information.

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NYC MAC HOLIDAY BAZAAR & SILENT AUCTION SATURDAY

NYC MAC HOLIDAY BAZAAR & SILENT AUCTION SATURDAY

The MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) Holiday Bazaar and Silent Auction will be held next Saturday, December 4th from 10:30 am to 3:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ). Stop by and pick up some great deals on books, CDs, memorabilia, and all sorts of other items. Great live entertainment going on all day! The Silent Auction will take place the same time as the Bazaar. A variety of wonderful items will be up for bid. Items we've already lined up include: PR Marketing Packages, Vocal Technique Sessions, Financial/Estate Planning, Theatre tickets to see Chicago, Tickets to the Triad Theatre, two Audio Technica Microphones, a Session at Smooth Spot Recording Studio, Video Taping of your Cabaret Show ... plus many more great items!

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NYC: COULTER, WATKINS, AND WATTS - FINAL SHOW OF SERIES SUNDAY

NYC: COULTER, WATKINS, AND WATTS - FINAL SHOW OF SERIES SUNDAY

Multi-award winning singers Scott Coulter, Steven Ray Watkins and Lennie Watts join forces once again for a trip down memory lane and return to the club where their musical collaboration began in their show 3PLAY: THE 70s. Performances are atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Sunday, December 5 at 3:00 pm. The show will feature classic songs originally performed by The Doobie Brothers, Seals and Croft, Edgar Winter, Billy Joel, Donna Summer, Roberta Flack, Captain & Tennille, Olivia Newton-John, James Taylor, Barry Manilow, the Bee Gees and more. Coulter, Watkins and Watts began performing together in the summer of 2001. Their debut show, "Heart & Music," won both the MAC and Bistro award for Outstanding Vocal Group and delighted audiences with it's unique blend of thrilling harmonies and hysterical banter. The following December they debuted their holiday show, "A Christmas to Remember," which became a crowd-pleasing holiday tradition. Now they turn their sights to the 1970's covering musical styles from pop to rock to disco to Broadway and back. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

PA: CHRISTINE PEDI IN NEW HOPE SATURDAY

PA: CHRISTINE PEDI IN NEW HOPE SATURDAY

Christine Pedi, known for her critically acclaimed association with FORBIDDEN BROADWAY and for her popular SiriusXM radio show, will appear on Saturday, December 4th at 8:30 pm atBOB EGAN'S NEW HOPE - SUPPER CLUB AND CABARET (6426 Lower York Road, Route 202, New Hope, PA - 215-862-5225). Christine Pedi recently starred in NEWSical the Musical at the 47th Street Theatre spoofing Hilary Clinton, Joan Rivers, Nancy Grace, Suze Orman, Liza, Fran Drescher, Oprah (yes Oprah!) and many more. She is the proud host of THE BROADWAY BREAKFAST daily (9a-3p ET) on SIRIUS/XM RADIO where she plays the music of the stage & screen and interviews show biz legends. She shares the mic with the "amaaaaahzing" Seth Rudetsky on Saturdays for DUELING DIVAS (9a-3p ET). Her cabaret GREAT DAMES (2008 New York NightLife Award, Backstage Bistro Award, MAC nomination and "Top Ten Memorable Theatre Moments of the Year" on BroadwayWorld.com.) returned to South Africa in 2009 for the 3rd time (Capetown) and had a month long run at London's Jermyn Street theatre in the heart of the West End. Call for cover/minimum information
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Thursday, December 2, 2010

NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED" AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

To celebrate the December release of his first official studio album, "Haunted," on the Miranda Music label, Marcus Simeone returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for 2 more performances, on Saturdays, December 4th & 11th at 9:30 pm. Marcus has assembled a powerful set filled with emotional highs and humorous moments in his most risky show to date. With this new show, Marcus will bring highlights from his new album ("Haunted") which features many of today's contemporary songwriters accompanying him on their own songs, such as John Bucchino, Tracy Stark, Heather Sullivan, etc., backed by some of today's most acclaimed musicians. The album is scheduled to be released in December with a special event at the last show on Saturday, December 11th. This latest show will also celebrate a decade working in the clubs of New York since his auspicious debut at Don't Tell Mama. He has gone on to win acclaim on the national stage performing in theaters and clubs in Manhattan, Chicago, Florida and Palm Springs as well as performing at the Cabaret Conventions at Town Hall and Jazz At Lincoln Center. Along the way, he has also received nine MAC nominations and won three, as well as receiving the Bistro Award. This summer, he was invited to sing on a recording with Reba McIntyre in Nashville. Most recently, he was the grand prize winner in the 2010 Palm Beach Symphony Pop Star Competition (with 5,300 contestants entered) and will appear in an exclusive engagement with them. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: KEVIN McMULLAN PREMIERES TWIST OF FATE AT THE BEECHMAN - FINAL SHOW OF SERIES

NYC: KEVIN McMULLAN PREMIERES TWIST OF FATE AT THE BEECHMAN
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Beloved cabaret veteran Kevin McMullan brings his highly anticipated new show TWIST OF FATE to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, December 4th at 4:00 pm. TWIST OF FATE is a whimsical, funny, moving and magical evening's exploration of Fortune, Fate, Love, Life, Death, The Afterlife and Reincarnation - all presented through storytelling and gorgeous music ranging from Broadway and Swing to contemporary and alternative Rock classics from the likes of Styx, kd lang and Olivia Newton-John. Multiple award-winners Miles Phillips (Director) and Mark Janas (Music Director) oversee an ambitious whirlwind of a show that unveils McMullan at the center of a six piece Gypsy Jazz Band and a dazzling assortment of Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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NYC: SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOW AT THE BEECHMAN ONE NIGHT ONLY

NYC: SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOW AT THE BEECHMAN

Edd Clark and Sue Matsuki continue the holiday season by bringing a new version of their annual sell-out Sue & Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show on Saturday, December 4th at 7:00 pm atTHE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) . The show will feature Paul Stephan at the piano. Sue's jazzy and Edd's legit; she's a multi-MAC Award winner and he's a Bistro Award winner; together they're returning with their annual show to ring in the holiday season! It's time to break out the hot toddies, hot chocolate, and cookies! Music director, Paul Stephan has created arrangements for these award winning singers that make Sue and Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show a celebration of the wonderful music of the Christmas and a perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. The show features new takes on such familiar holiday carols, new holiday classics such as "Warm as Winter" by Nick Levin, and a new song "Christmas Angel" written specially for the show by Sue and Paul and currently featured on Christine Lavin's new holiday CD "One More Angel". There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

L.A.: MARK & TOGETHER AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME! ONE NIGHT ONLY

L.A.: MARK & TOGETHER AGAIN FOR THE FIRST TIME!

Mix the rich bouquet of Dolores Scozzesi'S chilled cabernet with the fizz of Mark Winkler's Peach Snapple (diet, if you please) and you'll have a special evening of swing and high spirits! They will be performing together on Friday, December 3rd at 8:00 pm at M BAR (1253 North Vine Street, Hollywood, CA - 323-856-0036 - ). Dolores will be celebrating the release of her new Rhombus CD "A Special Taste" (produced by Mr. Winkler) and Mark will be doing lots of favorites like "Hungry Man" and "Till I Get It Right" - but mixing in a jigger or two of new material like "On Broadway" and "Like Young". There will be duets, surprises and - who knows - when two friends combine forces for their first evening together! Champagne is served! Backed by the Stuart Elster Quartet. There is a $20 cover.

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NYC: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED EXTENDED FOR NINTH PERFORMANCE FRIDAY

NYC: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED EXTENDED FOR NINTH PERFORMANCE

Following seven eight out shows, THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) will continue their hit series, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED for an ninth installment, on Friday, December 3rd at 7:00 pm. Joining the cast are Special Guests Joy Franz (Into the Woods' original Stepmother); Teri Ralston (Company's original Jenny, A Little Night Music's original Mrs. Nordstrom); Sarah Rice (Sweeney Todd's original Johanna) as well as by Marni Nixon (Follies Broadway revival) and Leenya Rideout & Bruce Sabath (Company Broadway revival). Sondheim Unplugged features an array of Broadway and Cabaret's most dynamic performers, celebrating the work of Broadway's most beloved and prolific composer, accompanied by piano only. Included in the cast: Lisa Asher, Stephanie D'Abruzzo, David Brian Colbert, David Gurland, Rob Maitner, Kevin Michael Murphy, Mark Nadler, Marni Nixon, Leenya Rideout, Julie Reyburn, Bruce Sabath, Jessica Vosk and Jason Williams and more to be announced. Each evening is hosted by Director/Producer Phil Geoffrey Bond (MAC/Bistro/Nightlife Award Winner). There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO THIS FRIDAY

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO THIS FRIDAY

METROJAM, the monthly cabaret/jazz open mic event held at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ), will have its next show on Friday, December 3rd at 10:00 pm featuring host, 2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Jenna Esposito. Accompaniment is provided by the MetroJam house band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Each week, Jenna welcomes a special guest. This week's special guest is TBA. Open-mic performers have a chance to perform with a full jazz band. If you're planning to perform, please arrive by 9:30 pm to sign up and be sure to bring two copies of your music (uptempo is recommended!). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW! TONIGHT AT THE MET ROOM

NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW!

Join celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy as she celebrates the 20th Anniversary Season of her Multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends with a very special annual Holiday Show on Thursday, December 2nd at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Joining Jamie will be one of Broadway's favorite leading men, Brent Barrett (Annie Get our Gun, Chicago); Drama Desk Award-nominee Christina Bianco (Forbidden Broadway Goes to Rehab); Bistro and MAC Award-winning comedian, seen on NBC's Last Comic Standing, Cory Kahaney; Academy Award and Golden Globe Award-nominee, actress/singer Sally Kellerman; Bistro and MAC award-winning female vocalist Anne Steele; and Weeden, Finkle & Fay, the award-winning cabaret trio, reuniting for the first time in 15 years. Award-winning director Barry Kleinbort will direct and Ron Abel will serve as musical director. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: OPENS TONIGHT: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO

NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), opening on Thursday, December 2nd at 9:30 pm (Champagne reception to follow). Additional shows are Thursdays, December 9th at 9:30 pm, and Thursdays, December 16th & 23rd at 7:00 pm. She will also host two shows geared for children on Sunday, December 12th & Saturday, December 18th, both at 1:00 pm, for which she will serve hot chocolate & homemade (by Suzanne!) Christmas cookies. The six-show run will be Carrico's CD release party with full band. She will be joined by The Don Rebic Quartet, Dan Gross on percussion, Jim DiMatteo on bass & Windham Hill recording artist, Sean Harkness on guitar. Also joining her will be MAC Nominee Booth Daniels. On the CD are tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. ($20 cover for children's events).

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NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW! AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM THURSDAY

NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS HOLIDAY SHOW! AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM THURSDAY

NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO CD RELEASE

NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), opening on Thursday, December 2nd at 9:30 pm (Champagne reception to follow). Additional shows are Thursdays, December 9th at 9:30 pm, and Thursdays, December 16th & 23rd at 7:00 pm. She will also host two shows geared for children on Sunday, December 12th & Saturday, December 18th, both at 1:00 pm, for which she will serve hot chocolate & homemade (by Suzanne!) Christmas cookies. The six-show run will be Carrico's CD release party with full band. She will be joined by The Don Rebic Quartet, Dan Gross on percussion, Jim DiMatteo on bass & Windham Hill recording artist, Sean Harkness on guitar. Also joining her will be MAC Nominee Booth Daniels. On the CD are tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. ($20 cover for children's events).

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Tuesday, November 30, 2010

.A.: KRITZERLAND PRESENTS "A BROADWAY HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS" WEDNESDAY AT THE GARDENIA

L.A.: KRITZERLAND PRESENTS "A BROADWAY HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS"

Kritzerland at the Gardenia presents "A Broadway Holiday Christmas" at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ) on Wednesday, December 1st at 9:00 pm. Based on the albums produced by Bruce Kimmel, a Broadway/Holiday Christmas, the show features great Christmas songs written for Broadway and Hollywood musicals and films by Irving Berlin, Jule Styne, Comden & Green, Martin and Blane, Meredith Wilson, Schmidt and Jones, Jerry Herman, Joe Raposo and Sheldon Harnick, Leslie Bricusse, Bock and Harnick, Frank Loesser, Cy Coleman, Carol Hall and others. There are Christmas classics such as "White Christmas" and "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas," as well as great but lesser-known songs. The performers include Dan Callaway (Broadway National Company's The Phantom of the Opera); Michelle Duffy (Pistache in Can-Can and Rusty in Mask, Pasadena Playhouse); Jason Graae (Falsettos, Stardust on Broadway, Forever Plaid off-Broadway); Juliana Hansen (Millie, Thoroughly Modern Millie, first national tour); Alet Taylor (Miss Adelaide in Cabrillo Music Theatre's Guys & Dolls) and a Special Christmas Treat: Bruce Vilanch. Music Director is Lanny Meyers. Cover charge is $15 with a two-drink minimum. There is no drink minimum with dinner.

FLA: PETER CINCOTTI AT THE ROYAL ROOM WEDNESDAY THROUGH SATURDAY

FLA: PETER CINCOTTI AT THE ROYAL ROOM

THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) continues its 10th annual cabaret season with singer and pianist Peter Cincotti appearing Wednesday through Saturday, December 1st through 4th at 8:00 pm. Peter Cincotti, the young and exciting singer-songwriter-pianist, made his Royal Room debut in March 2003. Ever since, his career has exploded nonstop, from best-selling albums to crowd-pleasing concerts to making his film debut with Kevin Spacey in Beyond the Sea. Cincotti has been combining the old and new ever since he burst onto the scene at age 19 when his debut album - filled with stellar interpretations of jazz standards - led him to become the youngest musician ever to claim the top spot on Billboard's Jazz chart. With his expressive voice, prodigious piano talent and understated charisma, Cincotti has been hailed as amazing musical performer. The cost for dinner and show is $110 per person and $65 for show only.
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Monday, November 29, 2010

LONDON : ALETIA UPSTAIRS IS MISS DEMEANOUR AT PIZZA EXPRESS NOVEMBER 30th

LONDON : ALETIA UPSTAIRS IS MISS DEMEANOUR AT PIZZA EXPRESS NOVEMBER 30th

South African born singer-songwriter Aletia Upstairs has entertained audiences in South Africa, Italy, Germany, Korea, Japan and the US. Now, joined by Fergal O'Mahony on the grand piano, she appears on Tuesday, November 30th at 8:30 pm at PIZZAEXPRESS JAZZ CLUB(152 Kings Road, Chelsea, London - 0845 6027 017 - ). "Miss DEMEANOUR" is a cabaret celebrating new experiences and adventures in lust, love and longing with the music of Weill, Brel, Sondheim and Marilow, sprinkles of Shakespeare, stand-up comedy, puppetry, Jazz, Latin, Chanson, songs from Annie Ross, Julie Wilson, Kirsty MacColl and Edith Piaf, music from Aletia Upstairs' album, Possibility and unreleased songs from her new upcoming album. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT THE CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE

NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT THE CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE

THE CAFE CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600) is pleased to welcome acclaimed vocalist Steve Tyrell back for an extended nine-week engagement beginning Tuesday, November 9th and playing through Friday, December 31st. This appearance marks Mr. Tyrell's sixth consecutive holiday engagement in the legendary New York venue. Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:45 pm with additional shows Thursdays through Saturdays at 10:45 pm. Backed by his swinging big band, Steve will once again offer an evening of standards from the Great American Songbook, holiday favorites, and selections from his many popular recordings in a program he's entitled "I'll Take Romance." During the month of November, the music charge is $75-$95 on Tuesday & Wednesday and $80-$105 Thursday through Saturday. In December, the music charge is $80-$105 on Tuesday & Wednesday, and $95-$130 Thursday through Saturday. Dinner (required at all early performances) is served from 6:30 pm.
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NYC: ANDREA MARCOVICCI CELEBRATES HER 24th YEAR AT THE ALGONQUIN THROUGH DECEMBER 30th

NYC: ANDREA MARCOVICCI CELEBRATES HER 24th YEAR AT THE ALGONQUIN

For her record-breaking twenty-fourth year at the famed THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331), Andrea Marcovicci returns to her first love - the torch song. "Blue Champagne: The History of the Torch Song" debuts in New York on Tuesday, November 16th and runs through Thursday, December 30th. She will be joined by Shelly Markham on piano and Jered Egan on bass. Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:30 pm, plus late shows on Fridays & Saturdays at 10:45 pm. (Christmas Eve, Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Monday December 27th shows are at 7:30 pm with special added matinees on Wednesdays, December 22nd & 29th at 2:00 pm). "Blue Champagne: The History of the Torch Song" not only revels in the heartbreak inherent in this most vulnerable genre of music, but the show is carefully balanced with zany numbers in the quest for a little comic relief from unrequited love songs, as well as wonderful stories of the earliest ladies of torch - Helen Morgan, Ruth Etting, and Libby Holman, among others. Call for cover/minimum information.

YC: MICHAEL FEINSTEIN WITH "SWING IN THE HOLIDAYS" THROUGH DECEMBER 30TH

NYC: MICHAEL FEINSTEIN WITH "SWING IN THE HOLIDAYS" THROUGH DECEMBER 30TH

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) will conclude its Fall 2010 season with the return of the club's founder Michael Feinstein in an exclusive engagement on Tuesdays through Saturdays, starting on November 30th and through December 30th. Feinstein's longtime Musical Director John Oddo will lead the 12-piece Winter Wonderland Big Band in a collection of holiday favorites and classic standards. The program will also include a tribute to the legendary Broadway songwriter Jerry Herman, who will celebrate his 80th birthday next year. Michael Feinstein is considered one of the premier interpreters of American standards. His 150-plus shows a year have included performances at Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl as well as the White House and Buckingham Palace. More than simply a performer, Feinstein is nationally recognized for his commitment to celebrating America's popular song and preserving its legacy for the next generation. Performances are Tuesdays through Thursdays at 8:30 pm and on Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. (*certain dates are skipped - see website) There is a $95-$175-$250 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: FRANK WESS QUINTET AT BIRDLAND NOVEMBER 30 THROUGH DECEMBER 4

NYC: FRANK WESS QUINTET AT BIRDLAND NOVEMBER 30 THROUGH DECEMBER 4

The Frank Wess Quintet will perform at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) on Tuesday through Saturday, November 30th through December 4th, with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Frank Wess is revered as a smoothly swinging tenor saxophone player in the Lester Young tradition, as an expert alto saxophonist, and as one of the most influential, instantly recognizable flutists in jazz history. During World War II, Frank began his career by playing tenor saxophone and solo clarinet in the army band and later led a band accompanying Josephine Baker. After being discharged, he went on to play in the bands of Billy Eckstine, Eddie Heywood, Lucky Millinder and Bull Moose Jackson. In 1953 Frank joined the Count Basie Orchestra, in which he played tenor saxophone, flute and alto saxophone until 1964, when he moved to New York City to lead his own groups and play with groups such as such as the New York Jazz Quartet and Dameronia. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

DECEMBER 13th CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY UPDATE - ADDITION TO PERFORMER LIST

DECEMBER 13th CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY UPDATE

It seems that 2010 has certainly been a time of change - if for the better remains to be seen. But we're having our annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS as usual - because that's the kind of folks cabaret people are!

This year's event is at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, December 13th at 7:00 pm. We're soliciting KICKSTART sponsorships at $100 per unit, which includes 1 free ticket to the show - plus your name and website URL will be mentioned in every promotional mailing we do for the show (you may remain anonymous if you wish).. Just CLICK HERE - to sign on via PayPal - or send me a check for the number of units you wish x $100 - Please remember, all checks should be made out simply to STU HAMSTRA and mailed to 676A Ninth Avenue #120, New York, NY 10036.

PERFORMERS ANNOUNCED - SO FAR

Long time cabaret/piano bar performer Michael McAssey, who recently relocated back to the NYC area has agreed to serve as Musical Director for the event. McAssey was one of the piano bar musicians who was at the piano when DON'T TELL MAMA opened over 25 years ago!

Sue Matsuki and Edd Clark will be back in their holiday finery to spread holiday cheer, by way of SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS show - which will be having several performances this December - Wednesday, December 1st, 8:00 pm at The Iguana; Saturday, December 4th, 7:00 pm at The Laurie Beechman Theatre; Sunday, December 5th, 7:00 pm at Club Cafe in Boston, MA; Saturday, December 11th at Wurtzboro, NY.

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will take part in the show. Suzanne will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), on Thursdays, December 2nd & 9th at 9:30 pm and December 16th & 23rd at 7:00 pm.

Marcus Simeone, currently in an extended run (remaining shows: Saturdays, December 4th & 11th at 9:30 pm) at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) to release his newest CD, "HAUNTED" on theMiranda Music label , will also take part in the show! He'll be performing two songs with a holiday theme.

Richard Holbrook, who is doing two special holiday shows ("Christmas Time is Here") on Sundays December 5th & 12th at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) will sing two songs from the show at the December 13th event as well.

NEW ADDITION:

International vocalist/entertainer Warren Schein has just signed on to perform two holiday songs for the show. Warren has been performing on stages from New York to LA for over two decades. He has played lead singing roles in many stock and Off Broadway performances. Warren is also a actor and voice-over artist for TV and Radio. He has recorded for such well know advertisers as The History Channel, Nickelodeon, WPLJ Radio, AMC, M&M's and A&E.

We've asked a few others and are awaiting their confirmation, but we still have a few slots to fill. Here's our criteria: You should be a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. You should have a CD available (need not be holiday themed) and you'll need to sing two holiday songs! It's a fund raiser, so folks with a regular following/popularity will be given preference.

Tickets are just $15 each for members ($20 for non-members). Members may purchase up to 4 tickets at the member price - even for non-members. Tickets are on sale now - just CLICK HERE - . I can't inpress on you enough the need to make this show a sell-out. I don't know how many more of these events I have in me, so I want every future one to be a success.

The CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE HOLIDAY PARTY
is sponsored in part by:
Miranda Music
Sue MatsukiMarty Geiger
Dr. Garrett H. Bennett

NYC: BRONWYN RUCKER'S HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI TONIGHT

NYC: BRONWYN RUCKER'S HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI TONIGHT

Bronwyn Rucker hosts "The Happy Hour Salon" open-mic at IDO SUSHI (29 Seventh Avenue South, NY - 212-691-7177 - ) every Monday night from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. On Monday, November 29th, Bronwyn will present "Shakespeare Soiree!" with Jerry Scott at the Piano and Co-Host: Barbara Mundy. Join Bronwyn's Frolics, Follies, Gaities, Vanities, Scandals! So come down and sing a song, meet new friends and have a fun time in the Village. No cover.
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NYC: KIM SMITH HOSTS VAUXHALL KABARETT AT VLADA TONIGHT

NYC: KIM SMITH HOSTS VAUXHALL KABARETT AT VLADA TONIGHT

Kim Smith is currently serving as as resident host of "Vauxhall Kabarett," a late-night musicale at VLADA LOUNGE (331 West 51st Street, NYC - 212-974-8030 - ) every Monday night starting at 10:30 pm. Taking inspiration from both 1920s Berlin boy-bars and 1950s New York nightlife, Vauxhall features taut, shirtless bar boys, absinthe cocktails and a glittering parade of musical guests. This week, Monday, November 29th, Kim will present two very special guests - Seth Bedford and Joshua Warr. There is no cover charge.

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Sunday, November 28, 2010

NEW COLUMN BY SUE MATSUKI NOW ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE

Sue Matsuki was performing in Los Angeles at THE GARDENIA Saturday with Edd Clark in their Fabulous Christmas Show, but before she left she sent me another column, with a great interview with David Friedman. It's now posted on the website -http://www.svhamstra.com/

PS - a review of Barb Jungr's CD "The Men I Love" is now posted on the website - http://www.svhamstra.com/

Hoping you're having a great THANKSGIVING WEEKEND!

STU

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NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN NOVEMBER TO THE BEECHMAN FOR ONE MORE NIGHT

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN NOVEMBER TO THE BEECHMAN FOR ONE MORE NIGHT

Comedy legend Joan Rivers returns with her her live stand-up act to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday, November 30th at 9:00 pm. Tickets are $35 and should be purchased athttp://www.spincyclenyc.com or 212-352-3101. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, reality TV and award show fashions. Rivers delivers a raunchy, politically incorrect evening of stand-up comedy. Pre-show, Lance Cruce entertains at the piano. A portion of the proceeds going to Joan Rivers' favorite charities: God's Love We Deliver and Guide Dogs for the Blind. A full dinner menu and bar are available. There is a $15 per person food/drink minimum.
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NYC: GARIN & MILLIT IN "SLEEPLESS SINCE SEPTEMBER" TUESDAY - LAST SHOW IN 2010

NYC: GARIN & MILLIT IN "SLEEPLESS SINCE SEPTEMBER"

The Drama Desk Award-winning singer-songwriter Michael Garin and the singer-comedienne Mardie Millit, reprise their well-received cabaret two-hander, "Sleepless in September," for six assorted Tuesdays at theTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), beginning November 23rd. Renamed "Sleepless Since September," the show will be presented the last two Tuesdays in November (November 23rd & 30th), and the first two Tuesdays in January (January 4th & 11th) and February (February 1st & 8th), all at 7:00 pm. The insomniac duo, who perform weekly at Elaine's, began their original Metropolitan Roomrun on September 6th. "Sleepless Since September," so named to exploit Garin's role as a composer-lyricist for the Broadway-bound musical "Sleepless in Seattle," brings together a dizzyingly eclectic mix of American and international standards, with a sprinkling of goofy Garin-penned classics which he's honed over the years as resident piano man at The Monkey Bar, The Rainbow Room, Cafe Feenjon and the notorious VIP Room at Limelight. The actress Keira Naughton serves as the show's stage director. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: JULIE REYBURN RETURNS WITH "SUMMER NIGHT...IN NOVEMBER" TONIGHT ONLY

NYC: JULIE REYBURN RETURNS WITH "SUMMER NIGHT...IN NOVEMBER"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

2010 MAC and Bistro Award Winner Julie Reyburn returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) for an encore performance of her acclaimed show, 'SUMMER NIGHT ... IN NOVEMBER", on Sunday November 28th at 7:00 pm. Featuring works by Cy Coleman, Harold Arlen, James Taylor, William Finn, Henry Mancini and more, "Summer Night" weaves an emotional journey with unique interpretation and classic arrangements. Joining her will be Music Director Mark Janas with Ritt Henn on Bass and Walter Usiatynski on Drums. The show is directed by Lennie Watts and produced by Jeff Hamblin. Julie is a 2010 Bistro and MAC Award recipient who has appeared in many of the top clubs in Manhattan. Her ability to connect to a lyric with unique interpretations has established her as one of New York's celebrated female vocalist. She is the first ever Nightlife Award recipient for Outstanding Female Vocalist in 2003 and again in 2005 as a finalist. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: THE 'BRITISH EDITH PIAF' BARB JUNGR'S USA EAST-WEST CD RELEASE TOUR STARTS TONIGHT

NYC: THE 'BRITISH EDITH PIAF' USA EAST-WEST CD RELEASE TOUR

Starting Sunday, November 28th, legendary cult British performer and song stylist Barb Jungr plays in 4 major US cities, some for the first time with her critically acclaimed show The Men I Love (also a new studio album on Naim Records). She opens at the celebratedJOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) in New York City on the 28th at 9:30 pm, then plays for the first time for 2 nights in Cleveland's Nighttown, 4 nights at Kranzberg Arts Center presented by Cabaret St. Louis, and 2 nights in San Francisco's Rrazz Room at Hotel Nikko. The Men I Love displays Barb's impressive ability to re-imagine well-known popular songs, revealing deep meanings and latent emotional content that comes to light when she dislodges the songs from their original contexts. Since its release in March 2010 the CD has received rave reviews and accolades internationally. The Men I Love comprises songs by Dylan, Cohen, Springsteen, Paul Simon, David Byrne and more in superb new arrangements by Barb and pianist & composer Simon Wallace, with whom Barb previously worked on her best-selling album of Bob Dylan songs and her chansons material for Linn Records. Tickets are $25.
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