Saturday, February 5, 2011

N.Y.TIMES OBITUARY FOR MARY CLEERE HARAN BY STEPHEN HOLDEN

Mary Cleere Haran, Cabaret Singer With a Big-Band Style, Dies at 58
By STEPHEN HOLDEN

http://www.nytimes.com/2011/02/06/arts/music/06haran.html?partner=rss&emc=rss

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SUE MATSUKI PICKS PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW - NEXT SHOW FEBRUARY 26th

SUE MATSUKI PICKS PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW FEBRUARY 26th

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in collaboration with Sue Matsuki Productions is proud to announce the second in a series of monthly concerts called PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ). On Saturday, February 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature performers from from Mark Janas' Salon, held on Sunday nights at ETCETERA. With Mark Janas on piano, special guest is Tanya Moberly and featured "People" are Marnie Klar, Elizabeth Dotson-Westphalen & ETCETERA's ex-waiter David Ballard. If you are coming to see one of the three performers in particular and want them to "get credit" for your ticket sales please send an e-mail to: SueMatsuki@aol.com with the Subject Line reading: "Tickets for Jan 29" or leave a message at: 917-821-4342 and let me know how many will be in your party, whether anyone in your party is a MAC or CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member and who it is you are coming to see. You may also make a reservation online (http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) or by phone (212-757-0788 after 4:00 pm). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no credit cards).$10 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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4 SHOWS GIVING A DISCOUNT TO MEMBERS NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 14th

4 SHOWS GIVING A DISCOUNT TO MEMBERS NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 14th
$22 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!

S.F.: MAKE A DATE WITH PARKER NOLEN AT MARTUNI'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $2 OFF THE COVER

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Parker Nolen is returning to MARTUNI'S (4 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-241-0205) with his cabaret show about dating, "The Odds are Good but The Goods are Odd". The show will be performed on Saturday, February 5th at 6:30 pm. Sometimes funny, sometimes poignant, Parker shares the joys and frustrations of dating in The Big City. Tom Shaw and Roberta Drake (of the Tom Shaw Trio) will accompany Parker. Parker is originally from Indianapolis, IN and has lived in San Francisco since 2005. He has performed with "The DeKalb Choral Guild", "The Fort Worth Men's Chorus", "The San Francisco Choral Society" as well as smaller, award-winning jazz ensembles such as the Atlanta-based "Impromptu" and the original "Vocal Minority". There is a $7 cover - $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

FL: BARRETT'S BROADWAY PREMIERES AT THE TORCH CLUB
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE SHOW ONLY COVER

NYC favorite Chris Barrett is making his Florida cabaret debut in south Florida's newest cabaret / jazz venue, THE TORCH CLUB (2155 North Dixie Highway, Ft. Lauderdale, FL - 954-588-5001 - ) on Sundays, February 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th at 1:30 pm (Pre-Show Brunch served at Noon). The new show, "BARRETT'S BROADWAY" will feature Chris' pick's of well-known and lesser-known Broadway songs. These songs will relate to stories from Chris's career and of life in "the cabaret business" in general. Chris Barrett is a veteran saloon singer of thirty=eight years. He has appeared in New York's top hotels and clubs, across the US and in Europe. In recent years, Chris has performed critically acclaimed cabaret shows at Don't Tell Mama, Judy's Chelsea, Helen's, Dillon's, Danny's Skylight Room and The Metropolitan Room, where he will return this May and June performing "BARRETT'S BROADWAY - memoirs of a saloon singer". Brunch & Show: $25. For show only there is a $10 cover ($5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE).

NYC: JC HOPKINS BIGGISH BAND AT THE IRIDIUM
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER

SCOBAR presents the JC Hopkins Biggish Band with vocalists Todd Londagin & Andromeda Turre at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) on Tuesday, February 8th, with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. The JC Hopkins Biggish Band began its life in 2000 with a residency at the famed burlesque club, The Slipper Room, with a core group of players that included Norah Jones on vocals. Since then the band drawn sell-out crowds on both coasts, playing its original brand of swing, jazz and bop. Following in the footsteps of Hoagy Carmichael and Duke Ellington, Hopkins writes deceptively simple words and melodies that speak to something deeper, and more emotionally complex, with the potential to add a page to the great American Songbook. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $20 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: THOUGHTS AROUND MIDNIGHT AT DON'T TELL MAMA
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

Harold Sanditen will be reprising his most recent cabaret show, THOUGHTS 'ROUND MIDNIGHT, at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Friday, February 11th at 7:00 pm, after performances at DAVENPORT'S in Chicago on February 7th. He is joined by London favorite Nathan Martin on piano and Bob Renino on bass. The show is directed by Lisa Forrell. In this show he explores those innermost thoughts we can fall into late at night - loneliness, gratitude, regrets, jealousy, love, fantasies and even revenge - and it's fun, despite the somber sounding title. Harold's soulful and witty interpretation of lyrics portrays the humour, sadness and tenderness of these emotions, through the words and music of classic songs by Lennon and McCartney, Billie Holiday, Thelonious Monk, Jerome Kern, Bob Dylan, Jay Leonhart, Dorothy Fields, Stephen Sondheim and Antonio Carlos Jobim to name a few. For 20 years, Harold was a successful UK based theatre producer with productions that spanned the smallest scale fringe productions to large scale commercial ones. He produced mainly in London, but also throughout the UK, as well as in Baltimore and New York City. Working with Oscar winners to complete unknowns, he was responsible for the UK debut of many North American performers and writers. However, three years ago he decided to leave producing and concentrate on his real love - singing and cabaret. Harold's vocal style covers a wide genre from jazz and Latin to pop, ballads and show tunes. Call for cover/minimum information. There is a $5 discount off the cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

Tickets are now on sale for the fourth annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA on Friday, March 4th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC), produced by Tom Stajmiger. There are only 75 seats (with 22 of them already sold). You are urged to act quickly to assure seating.

Tracy Stark has been chosen as musical director for this year's show. Also announced were several of the performers chosen to take part: Laurel Masse (founding member of Manhattan Transfer, Bistro Award winner for Best Jazz Vocalist); Gabrielle Stravelli (Bistro Award Winner - Performer on the Rise); and Lucia Spina (Broadway: Legally Blonde, South Pacific, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Miserables) and Jim VanSlyke (Singer/Songwriter/ Voice Teacher). Several more will be announced shortly. (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)

There is a $25 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE ($30 cover for non-members). A $15 food/drink minimum will be collected the night of the show - credit cards accepted. All tickets must be purchased online - no reservations will be taken by the club - no tickets will be available the day of the show or at the door.

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MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
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Jim VanSlyke
Harold Sanditen
Kathy Phillips - Spenser's Mystery Books
Joanna Mosca
Cynthia Crane ASG Payroll Services
Lynne Halliday
Jim SpeakeCabaret Confessional

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Sponsors will receive a free prime-seating ticket to the GALA plus a 1/4 page ad in the program booklet - a total value of $50, plus have their name/website included in all published promotional articles and mentions. Multiple sponsorships are possible - and you can choose to remain anonymous as well.

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CAN'T MAKE THE SHOW? PROGRAM BOOKLET ADS AVAILABLE

For those who can't make it to the FOURTH ANNUAL MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA at the LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE on Friday, March 4th, you can still support the promotion by purchasing an ad in the program booklet - the price of a ticket ($25) gets you a quarter page, with a half page going for $40 and a full page for $75 (inside front cover and inside & outside back cover cost $100 each). To order an ad, and to see the sizes and specs, deadline for artwork, etc., just CLICK HERE:

MARY CLEERE HARAN REPOTEDLY HAS DIED ACCORDING TO CLOSE FRIEND

Beloved cabaret vocalist, director & coach Mary Cleere Haran is reported to have passed away today, the result of fatal bicycle accident in Florida, according to Shelly Roberts - close friend and former neighbor, and posted on FaceBook around 5 pm today. More details as received.

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L.A.: DONALD HOUTZ WITH "EVEN I'VE GOT STANDARDS" AT THE M-BAR

L.A.: DONALD HOUTZ WITH "EVEN I'VE GOT STANDARDS" AT THE M-BAR

Donald Houtz brings his show "Even I've Got Standards" directed by Jennifer Norkin with Musical Director Steven Applegate to M BAR (1253 North Vine Street, Hollywood, CA - 323-856-0036 - ) on Saturday, February 5th at 8:00 pm. Donald tackles the classics made famous by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Al Jolson, Judy Garland, Michael Buble, Ella Fitzgerald and others. Donald performed as one of the "Kids of the Kingdom" at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom and has starred in stage productions of Cabaret, Carnival, Funny Girl, Godspell, Grease, My Fair Lady, Oklahoma!, and Peter Pan. His first solo cabaret show, Meet Me Tonight, played to sold-out houses in Los Angeles. There is a $15 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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M.W.: FEBRUARY STARTS THE MONTH OF LOVE

M.W.: FEBRUARY STARTS THE MONTH OF LOVE

Joan Curto will be singing about "Nothin' but Love" in her new show at THE SKOKIE THEATRE(7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761) on Saturday, February 5th at 8:00 pm. The show will include songs about sweet, romantic love, songs about the funny side of love, and songs about the "hell hath no fury like a woman scorned" love. Chuck Larkin will be on piano. Tickets are $25.
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NYC: KIM DUNBAR'S DANGEROUS LIAISON AT THE METROPOLITAN

NYC: KIM DUNBAR'S DANGEROUS LIAISON AT THE METROPOLITAN

Kim Dunbar brings her show Dangerous Liaison to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Saturday, February 5th at 9:30 pm. The show is a night of exciting music inspired by the risky choices we make in life and love. With styles from jazz and country to opera, and music by Imelda May, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, Jaques Brel, Jay Leonhart and more, Dangerous Liaison promises to be a night of danger and risk. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum

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NYC: JERRY SCOTT & FRIENDS AT BUTLER'S ON SATURDAY NIGHTS

NYC: JERRY SCOTT & FRIENDS AT BUTLER'S ON SATURDAY NIGHTS

Award winning pianist/entertainer Jerry Scott continues every Saturday night in February with his Saturday Night Spotlight at BUTLER'S (948 First Avenue, NYC - 212-813-1280) from 7:00 to 11:00 pm. Guest performers for the month are Frank Torren on the 5th, John Luke on the 12th, Michael Beau on the 19th and Andy Praskai on the 26th. Jerry is also at the piano at BUTLER'S on Tuesdays & Fridays, 7:00 to 11:00 pm and Sundays for brunch from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Call for cover/minimum information.

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NYC: ROSEMARY LOAR IS SWINGIN' THE MUSIC OF STING! AT THE MET

NYC: ROSEMARY LOAR IS SWINGIN' THE MUSIC OF STING!

Rosemary Loar returns with her show Sting, Stang, Stung: Swingin' The Music of Sting! to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturdays, February 5th at 4:00 pm and February 26th at 7:00 pm. What started out as a simple schoolgirl crush has now grown into a serious passion of the highest order for the multi-award winning Ms. Loar, who is the recipient of numerous accolades, including the coveted ASCAPlus Award for Popular Music for the past six years. She conceived, directed and starred in the wildly popular The Alternative Torch series at Symphony Space from 2004-2006. As a recording artist, she can be heard on Sting's soundtrack for the movie The Emperor's New Groove, the cast albums of Chess and Sunset Boulevard and on The Listening Library Series. The release of her fourth album, The Quando Swing, celebrated her return to her cabaret/jazz roots and has been met with critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: PSYCHOTHERAPIST/PERFORMER DELIVERS SERIOUS FUN TONIGHT

NYC: PSYCHOTHERAPIST/PERFORMER DELIVERS SERIOUS FUN

Singer, comic and real-life psychotherapist Jude Treder-Wolff performs CRAZYTOWN: brains gone wild, her new 1-woman, storytelling-style show at THE CROWNE THEATER AT THE PRODUCER'S CLUB (358 West 44th Street, NYC) on Saturday February 5th at 7:00 pm. In the show, Jude Treder-Wolff explores what's crazy about "normal" life and why there is no such thing as an ordinary moment. Jude previously presented "Thursday Nite Psychotherapy Group Show", a weekly comedy/cabaret variety show, in 2004-2005 at ROSE'S TURN in Greenwich Village, NY. In the past few years, Treder-Wolff has raised thousands of dollars through private benefit performances customized to the mission of various not-for-profits, including Habitat For Humanity's Operation Home Delivery program for New Orleans survivors of Hurricane Katrina, Creativity For Peace in Santa Fe, NM, and TimeForTeens in Southampton, NY. Tickets are $15, available through Smarttix: http://www.smarttix.com/show.aspx?showcode=CRA28.

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JOYCE SLOANE PASSES AWAY AT 80

Joyce Sloane, the beloved maternal powerhouse of The Second City, and the woman who found and nurtured such comedy giants as John Belushi, Gilda Radner, Chris Farley and Bill Murray, died Thursday, according to Kelly Leonard, the vice-president of The Second City.

According to her daughter, Cheryl, Sloane died peacefully, while in bed. She was 80.

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Friday, February 4, 2011

Word just received - Mary Cleere Haran Injured in Florida

Mary Cleere Haran Injured in Florida

By STEPHEN HOLDEN

Mary Cleere Haran, one of the foremost cabaret singers of the 1990s, was gravely injured in a biking accident on Thursday near Deerfield Beach, Fla., where she has been living for the last year, said a friend, Bridge McIntyre. Ms. Haran, 58, is known for her celebrations of the American songbook, especially the work of Rodgers and Hart, Harry Warren, and the music of Doris Day.

L.A.: MAUREEN ARTHUR (Hedy LaRue) AT THE GARDENIA TONIGHT ONLY

L.A.: MAUREEN ARTHUR AT THE GARDENIA

Actress/singer Maureen Arthur makes a 1-night only appearance at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ) on Friday, February 4th at 9:00 pm. As "Hedy LaRue" in the 1967 film, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying, arguably her most prominent movie role, Maureen Arthur uttered the line "A secretary was ordered to be assigned to you. I'm your assignation." That same year, she also appeared in Thunder Alley (with Annette Funicello) and A Man Called Dagger (for which she also sang the theme song, written by Steve Allen.) Again in 1967 (and into 1968) she appeared on Broadway as "Ida Schwartz" in Carl Reiner's comedy, Something Different. She has continued her successful career as an actress by appearing in numerous films over the years, including How to Commit Marriage, The Love Machine, Empire, and a host of others, along with TV roles too numerous to mention---and also recorded the pop tunes, "Don't Make the Angels Cry" and "What Does He Do With Her?" on the Carlton label. This performance marks her GARDENIA debut. Call for cover/minimum information.

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M.W.: CATHERINE RUSSELL FEATURED AT COLUMBIA CLUB BENEFIT

M.W.: CATHERINE RUSSELL FEATURED AT COLUMBIA CLUB BENEFIT

THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB (121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169) presents Singing the Blues with critically acclaimed Jazz/Blues artist Catherine Russell on Friday, February 4th to benefit the Alzheimer's Research Project. Dinner is served at 6:30 pm with performance at 8:00 pm. This very special evening, is hosted by Doris Anne and Tim Sadler. Backed by a powerhouse quartet, Russell will perform music from her new release, Inside This Heart of Mine, which feature Blues gems from the 1920s to today. With her off-the-beaten-path song selections and vital interpretations bursting with soul and humor, Russell ranks as one of the greatest interpreters and performers of American popular song. Russell performance career includes Jazz and Blues festivals, in Jazz and Cabaret clubs, and premier venues such as The Kennedy Center and concerts on three concerts. Her recordings have hit Billboard and iTunes Jazz Charts and JazzWeek and Living Blues Radio Charts. She has also been a guest on "Late Night with Conan O'Brien" and NPR's "Fresh Air" and has performed with the likes of Paul Simon, Samantha Fox, Jackson Browne, Ricki Lee Jones and Diana Ross. Tickets: $100 - Performance only, $150 - Performance and Dinner.

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NYC: YVONNE CONSTANT IN "PARIS IN THE 60's AND 70's" THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: YVONNE CONSTANT IN "PARIS IN THE 60's AND 70's"

The Tony Award winning actress Yvonne Constant returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday through Saturday, February 3rd through 5th, plus Tuesday, February 22nd - all shows at 7:00 pm. This marks the singer's sixth Met Room engagement. This show continues her fascinating exploration of the French popular songbook. In "Paris in the 60s and 70s" Constant visits a time of remarkable creativity and social upheaval when French singers and songwriters were responding to, embracing, or resisting popular American trends, with music director Russ Kassoff on piano. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: JACK PETRUZZELLI IN 'LOVE AND HATE' WITH JOAN OSBORNE AT THE ALLEN ROOM

NYC: JACK PETRUZZELLI IN 'LOVE AND HATE' WITH JOAN OSBORNE

Guitarist/keyboardist/producer Jack Petruzzelli will premiere 'Love and Hate', a collaboration with multi-platinum artist Joan Osborne at THE ALLEN ROOM at FREDERICK P. ROSE HALL (Columbus Circle, Broadway at 60th Street, NYC - CenterCharge: 212-721-6500) on Friday, February 4th at 8:00 pm as part of the popular 'American Songbook' series. The theatrical song cycle was co-written and co-produced by Petruzzelli and Osborne, and features a unique multi-media experience that combines music, dance and film. Osborne will perform with her long-time band, and will be joined by a string sextet and dancers. Petruzzelli is a respected musician who has toured and recorded with some of the most celebrated artists in the industry. In addition to a long-standing relationship with Osborne, he has collaborated with Patti Smith, Ian Hunter and Rufus Wainwright, and is well known as a founding member of The Fab Faux. Joan Osborne is recognized worldwide as a formidable talent in music. An acclaimed multi-platinum recording artist and an eight-time Grammy Award nominee, she has performed and collaborated with Bob Dylan, the Grateful Dead, Stevie Wonder, Luciano Pavarotti, the Dixie Chicks and many others. Following its Lincoln Center debut, Love and Hate aims for an international touring production featuring Osborne, along with a live symphony orchestra and dancers to complement her touring band. See http://www.jazzatlincolncenter.org/ for ticket information and reservations.

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NYC: THE OTHER STEVE & EDIE AT THE BEECHMAN THROUGH SUNDAY

NYC: THE OTHER STEVE & EDIE AT THE BEECHMAN

THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) presents Edie Falco and Stephen Wallem, both currently starring in the hit Showtime series, Nurse Jackie, in The Other Steve and Edie, their brand new cabaret show (and Ms. Falco's cabaret debut) for three performances only, Friday through Sunday, February 4th through 6th at 7:00 pm. The Other Steve and Edie is conceived by Mr. Wallem and Ms. Falco, with musical direction by three-time After Dark Award winner, Beckie Menzie and Direction by Tony Humrichouser. Throughout the show, the duo will take on songs from contemporary pop to jazz standards, with a healthy dose of show tunes and original material, and even a salute to the other Steve and Eydie. Edie Falco became the only actress to ever receive the Emmy Award for 'Outstanding Lead Actress in a Dramatic Series,' the Golden Globe Award for 'Best Performance by an Actress in a Dramatic Television Series,' and the SAG Award for 'Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama,' all in the same year for her performance as 'Carmela Soprano' in the groundbreaking series The Sopranos' debut season. Stephen Wallem was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois, and worked as a stage actor and After Dark Award-winning cabaret singer in Chicago before moving to New York to make his television debut on Nurse Jackie. National tours include Forever Plaid, Into The Woods and Scrooge with Richard Chamberlain. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO - BILL BOGGS SPECIAL GUEST

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO

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, February 4th 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. The special guest for the night will be 4-time Emmy Award winner, star of stage, television, and screen, author, personality, and motivational speaker Bill Boggs. 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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Thursday, February 3, 2011

NYC: ELIZABETH TRYON AT THE MET - - TONIGHT'S SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS

NYC: ELIZABETH TRYON: DIARY OF A POP SONGWRITING CLASSICAL SINGER
TONIGHT'S SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS
SHOWS ON SUNDAY & MONDAY STILL SCHEDULED
Elizabeth Tryon brings her show "Diary of a Pop Songwriting Classical Singer" to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for three nights in February: Thursday the 3rd, and Sunday & Monday, February 6th & 7th, all shows at 9:30 pm. Musical director Michael Ferreri will be at the piano, with Sean Harkness on guitar. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
TONIGHT'S SHOW CANCELLED DUE TO ILLNESS

SHOWS ON SUNDAY & MONDAY STILL SCHEDULED

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L.A.: "ANTI CABARET" WITH SALLY KELLERMAN" AT VITELLO'S ONE NIGHT ONLY

L.A.: "ANTI CABARET" WITH SALLY KELLERMAN" AT VITELLO'S

Sally Kellerman, the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award nominated actress and singer who created the infamous role of Major Margaret "Hot Lips" O'Houlihan in Robert Altman's classic film, "M*A*SH," will appear as a vocalist in her show, "An Evening With Sally Kellerman," with Pianist/Music Director, Andy Langham, on Thursday, February 3rd at 8:00 pm atUPSTAIRS AT VITELLO'S (4349 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA - 818-754-8700). She has made us laugh (Back To School opposite Rodney Dangerfield), cry (Big Blond) and nearly all women in the world proud (Boynton Beach Bereavement Club). Under contract with Verve Records at the age of 18, Sally has been blessed with a signature voice and style as well as an uncanny ability to make a song her own. There is a $15 cover plus a $13 food/drink minimum.

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FLA: JAZZ AT THE LONGBOAT KEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS TONIGHT

FLA: JAZZ AT THE LONGBOAT KEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Al Hixon's All Star Band, featuring vocalist Lorri Hafer with Johnny Varro on Piano, Vince Evans on Bass, Al Hixon on Drums, Bob Switzer on Trumpet, and Jim Wellen on Tenor will perform on Thursday, February 3rd from 7:30 to 9:30 pm at JAZZ AT THE CENTER - LONGBOAT KEY CENTER FOR THE ARTS (6860 Longboat Drive South, Longboat Key, FL - 941-383-2345). Al Hixon and his All Star Jazz Band concert performances have become a legend at the Longboat Key Center for the Arts. Al was the originator of bringing jazz concerts to the Art Center. This evening is no different. Al will be bringing his "world renowned" jazz musicians and friends back to the Art Center for an evening of swing and some very cool jazz. Tickets are $25.

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NYC: YVONNE CONSTANT IN "PARIS IN THE 60's AND 70's" THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: ELIZABETH TRYON: DIARY OF A POP SONGWRITING CLASSICAL SINGER

NYC: ELIZABETH TRYON: DIARY OF A POP SONGWRITING CLASSICAL SINGER
Elizabeth Tryon brings her show "Diary of a Pop Songwriting Classical Singer" to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for three nights in February: Thursday the 3rd, and Sunday & Monday, February 6th & 7th, all shows at 9:30 pm. Musical director Michael Ferreri will be at the piano, with Sean Harkness on guitar. Elizabeth Tryon is often described as two singers in one, possessing the low belt of a first-class pop singer and the soaring high notes of a true classical great. In "Diary of a Pop Songwriting Classical Singer" Elizabeth takes you on a humorous, moving, and beautiful musical journey as she segues between her original songs - her song "Fire Inside" broke the Top 10 on the FMQB AC National Radio Chart - and Broadway favorites, portrayed with wit and grace, plus behind-the-scenes music industry anecdotes. Elizabeth also draws upon her background performing improvisational comedy at the New York Comedy Club to create an unforgettable show. The show is a multi-media event, featuring 2 music videos - including a moving tribute video to the US Armed Forces that features one of Elizabeth's songs as the soundtrack. The show also features the music of Andrew Lloyd Weber, Joni Mitchell, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Celtic Woman, and others. Elizabeth recently released her debut album "From Elizabeth", produced by Grammy-winner Scott Jacoby and Anthony Resta (Elton John, Collective Soul). There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Wednesday, February 2, 2011

DAVENPORT'S, CHICAGO, FORCED TO CLOSE TODAY BECAUSE OF STORM

DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - http://www.davenportspianobar.com/ ) has announced that they will remain closed today, Wednesday, February 2nd due to the snow storm currently buffeting the city. All shows / piano bar cancelled for tonight.

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L.A.: KRITZERLAND AT THE GARDENIA: SHERMAN BROTHERS ALBUM - ONE NIGHT ONLY

L.A.: KRITZERLAND AT THE GARDENIA: SHERMAN BROTHERS ALBUM

Kritzerland at the Gardenia presents The Sherman Brothers Album on Wednesday, February 2nd starting at 9:00 pm at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ). The evening features songs from the Bruce Kimmel-produced The Sherman Brothers Album. Richard and Robert Sherman are the legendary Disney writers who wrote the songs for Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book, Winnie the Pooh and the unforgettable "It's a Small World (after all)," as well as Chitty, Chitty, Bang, Bang, Charlotte's Web, Broadway's Over Here, and Busker Alley. The show features David Burnham (Broadway: Fiyero in Wicked; Fabrizio in Light in the Piazza); Juliana Hansen (Millie, Thoroughly Modern Millie, first national tour); Ben Platt (Ahmanson: Noah in Caroline, or Change; Hollywood Bowl: Camelot, Mame); Kelly Sullivan (Broadway: Young Frankenstein, Contact, Bells Are Ringing); Alet Taylor (Adelaide in Cabrillo'sGuys & Dolls; Lick Me/Bite Me The Producers) and Melody Hollis (Broadway: Susan in Irving Berlin's White Christmas). Very Special Guest is Richard Sherman. Music Director will be Gerald Sternbach. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. Kritzerland at The Gardenia shows happen on the first Wednesday of every month (except for January). Cover charge is $15 with a 2-drink minimum. There is no drink minimum with dinner.
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CHI: KATERINA'S COMPOSERS STUDIO HOSTED BY JEANNIE TANNER - EVENT POSTPONED

CHI: KATERINA'S COMPOSERS STUDIO HOSTED BY JEANNIE TANNER
EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER - NEW DATE TBA

Wednesday, February 2nd, Katerina's Composers Studio, hosted by Jeannie Tanner, continues at KATERINA'S CLUB (1920 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL - 773-348-7592) from 7:30 to 11:30 pm. This monthly showcase features women singer/songwriters and composers from the Chicago area. This month the showcase will feature the gifted composers Jen St. Stjarna, Jodi Jean Amble and Stephanie Rogers, with special guests June Shellene & Sarah G (from Jenny Dragon). There will be performances by all of the artists, along with conversations with these singer-songwriters (host Jeannie Tanner will interview the artists during the evening and open up the discussions, taking audience questions). The highlight of these shows continues to be the "improv songwriting" segment - as the songwriters take suggestions from the audience to compose on-the-spot. There us a $7 cover.

EVENT POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER - NEW DATE TBA

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NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA - EVENT CANCELLED

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA
EVENT CANCELLED

Dana Lorge hosts "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" every week at 8:00 pm atIGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE (240 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-765-5454). Each week this comedy and musical variety show will feature special guest stars. This week's event, on Wednesday, February 1st, guests are Richard Eisenberg, Robert Gino, Warren Schein, Jillian Laurain, Russell Brauer, Melissa Hamilton, Jerry Winchinsky, Sarah Rice, Fran Leonardis Sunny Leigh and Adam Shapiro with Barry Levitt on keyboard, Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.

EVENT CANCELLED
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: COMSTOCK & FASANO

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: COMSTOCK & FASANO

MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC) every Wednesday. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte and Joan Uttal Anderson, Production Consultant. The next show is on Wednesday, February 2nd and will feature Eric Comstock Singer/Pianist and Barbara Fasano Singer. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $10 donation.

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NYC: GRAVESHIFT AT IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB TONIGHT

NYC: GRAVESHIFT AT IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

SCOBAR presents Graveshift at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Wednesday, February 2nd, with performances at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. A family of 6 but a band of 4. Jonah aka Sugar Man (13) is vocalist. Joshua (14) keeps the beat going. Alexis who is 17 is guitarist, acoustic or electric and songwriter creating everything from hard core rock songs to soft mellow acoustics and joins in on the bass, drums yes and even singing. The bassist, Erica (21) is the leader of the band. Theere is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Tuesday, February 1, 2011

AUS: THE JANE AUSTEN ARGUMENT PRESENT: THE SPACES BETWEEN

AUS: THE JANE AUSTEN ARGUMENT PRESENT: THE SPACES BETWEEN

(MIDSUMMA AT THE BUTTERFLY)

Hot on the heels of their award-winning and internationally debut 'Where Was I?', The Jane Austen Argument (Tom Dickins and Jennifer Kingwell) bring you THE SPACES BETWEEN, an indie-cabaret noir performance which explores the emotional, temporal and physical spaces between and within us all, at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000) on Wednesday through Saturday, February 2nd through 5th at 9:00 pm. The pair were the Winners of Best Cabaret - Adelaide Fringe 2010. Cutting corners, twisting words. Romances burning and rising from the ashes of harsh words and tussles for space. Between truth, love and lust there is no room to breathe as we negotiate lives lived somewhere between isolation and belonging. Call for cover/minimum information. Note: if show appears sold-out, some tickets may be available at http://www.midsumma.org.au
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CLUB CAFE - BOSTON - CANCELS ALL NAPOLEON ROOM EVENTS THROUGH THURSDAY

Due to the weather and parking bans, CLUB CAFE (209 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA - 617-536-0966 - http://www.clubcafe.com/ ) has canceled all entertainment in the Napoleon Room for the next three nights, picking up again with Friday's schedule.

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FLA: WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA AT THE ROYAL ROOM THIS WEEK - OPENS TONIGHT

FLA: WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA AT THE ROYAL ROOM

Returning to THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) after wowing audiences last July, Will & Anthony Nunziata will perform Tuesday through Saturday, February 1st through 5th at 8:00 pm. The young actor/singers (and identical twins) have traveled the country with their duo concert act, with recent guest artist appearances with the Cleveland Pops Orchestra, Colorado Symphony Orchestra, Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra, and at Feinstein's and Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Hall. The talented twins have caught the eye of conductors and concert halls around the country, performing Broadway tunes, classic standards, Italian arias, and contemporary music. Recently the brothers sang in the grand finale song "Sunday" at "Sondheim: The Birthday Concert!" at Avery Fisher Hall in NYC, a concert celebrating the music and 80th birthday of Stephen Sondheim. Cover for show & dinner, on Tuesday through Thursday is $100 ($55 for show only). Friday & Saturday, $110 or $65, show only.
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BOS: ART FELLUCA AT SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB - EVENT CANCELLED

BOS: ART FELLUCA AT SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB
EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO MAJOR SNOW STORM

Jazz composer, arranger and woodwind instrumentalist Art Felluca and his Group are set to appear at SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB (400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111) on Tuesday, February 1st at 8:00 pm. The Art Felluca Group is an eleven piece band that will feature Art on soprano sax, Matt Joseph on trumpet, Aaron Bahr on trumpet and flugelhorn, Michael Sachs on alto and soprano sax, Leon Cotter on tenor saxophone, Clayton DeWalt on trombone, Ben Whiting on baritone saxophone, Greg Duncan on guitar, Takeshi Ohbayashi on piano, Oliver Watkinson on acoustic bass, Jonathan Pinson on drums and special guest vocalist Jihye Kim. Art Felluca's first CD, Inward, released on January 4th, is available on iTunes, CDBaby, Amazon, Rhapsody and other on-line outlets. The recording features his virtuosic eleven-piece band, the Art Felluca Group, with original compositions alongside sensitive arrangements of works from Dave Brubeck and Wayne Shorter. Primarily an alto saxophonist, Art also plays soprano saxophone, flute and clarinet. Tickets are $20.

EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO MAJOR SNOW STORM
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NYC: PAULO SZOT AT THE CAFE CARLYLE IN FEBRUARY - OPENS TONIGHT

NYC: PAULO SZOT AT THE CAFE CARLYLE IN FEBRUARY

THE CAFE CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600) has announced the 2011 Winter season of performers at the legendary Cafe Carlyle. Ringing in February will be Paulo Szot on Tuesdays through Saturdays, February 1st through 12th. There will be an added Valentine's Day performance on Sunday, February 14th - Each couple will receive a rose, a box of chocolates and two glasses of champagne ($100 cover). Paulo will be accompanied by The Bob Albanese Trio. Mr. Szot will present a program of songs culled from the Great American Songbook, the worlds of Broadway and Jazz, as well as tunes from his native Brazil. Performances are at 8:45 pm nightly, with an added late show on Saturdays at 10:45 pm. There is a $75 cover Tuesday through Friday, with a $85 cover on Saturdays.
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NYC: "IN MY LIFE" WITH BROOKE SHIELDS AT FEINSTEIN'S - OPENS TONIGHT

NYC: "IN MY LIFE" WITH BROOKE SHIELDS AT FEINSTEIN'S

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) presents the nightclub debut of film, television and stage star Brooke Shields on Tuesdays through Saturdays, February 1st through 12th. Performances are Tuesday, through Thursday at 8:30 pm, and Friday & Saturday at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. In her show "In My Life," Ms. Shields will share stories from her incredible journey in show business in an evening that will include songs from Broadway, pop and beyond. Brooke Shields began her career at the age of 9. After receiving a degree in French Literature and graduating with honors from Princeton University, she made her Broadway debut in Grease for which she won the Theatre World Award for "Outstanding Broadway Debut," then went on to star in Cabaret, Wonderful Town, and Chicago. Her off Broadway credits include Love Letters, Vagina Monologues and Love, Loss, and What I Wore, to name a few. She has starred in such films as Louis Malle's Pretty Baby, Franco Zeffirelli's Endless Love, Matthew Bright's Freeway, James Toback's Black and White, and Roger Kumble's Furry Vengeance. Last fall, she starred in the world premiere production of the new musical Leap Of Faith at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles. For television, Shields was nominated for a Golden Globe for her own hit comedy series "Suddenly Susan." There is a $60-$75-$95 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: MORE SHOWS ADDED FOR GARIN & MILLIT AT THE METROPOLITAN

NYC: MORE SHOWS ADDED FOR GARIN & MILLIT AT THE METROPOLITAN

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 two additional nights in February at the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Newly added shows are set for Tuesday, February 1st & 8th 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: THE CATHERINE DUPUIS GROUP AT BAHA'I CENTER TONIGHT

NYC: THE CATHERINE DUPUIS GROUP AT BAHA'I CENTER

The Catherine Dupuis Group will perform atJOHN BIRKS GILLESPIE AUDITORIUM in the NEW YORK CITY BAHA'I CENTER (53 East 11th Street, NYC - 212-222-5159) on Tuesday, February 1st at 8:00 & 9:30 pm. The group features Catherine Dupuis, vocals; Russ Kassoff, piano; Jay Anderson, bass; Warren Odze, drums; Glenn Drewes, trumpet; Dan Block, reeds; and Bruce Bonvissuto, trombone. The show will celebrate the Great American Songbook, combining Catherine's Native American traditions with the Great American Songbook, and show will be telling stories of winter that all share and know well, with arrangements by Russ Kassoff and Bill Mays. Admission is $15.
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NYC: VALERY PONOMAREV BIG BAND AT THE IRIDIUM TONIGHT

NYC: VALERY PONOMAREV BIG BAND AT THE IRIDIUM
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER

SCOBAR ENTERTAINMENT presents the Valery Ponomarev Big Band in "Our Father Who Art Blakey" with Guest Vocalist Kristen Sargeant at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) on Tuesday, February 1st with shows at 7:00 & 9:00 pm. On the bandstand with Ponomarev will be: Saxophones: Todd Bashore, Jason Curry, Grant Langford, Peter Brainin, Frank Basil; Trombones: Earl McIntire, Alvin Walker, Barry Cooper, Stafford Hunter; Trumpets: Rick Henly, Kevin Louis, Yoshiro Okazaki, Satoru Ohashi; Rhythm Section: Miki Haiama - piano, Ruslan Khain - bass, Jerome Jennings - drums; Vocals: Kristen Sergeant. A few months after escaping Russia and landing in Manhattan, Ponomarev found himself standing next to his hero, Art Blakey at a Messengers gig at the Five Spot. The next night, he sat in with the band, earned a hug from Blakey and laid the groundwork for his eventual membership in the Messengers family. After recording 11 albums over four years, Ponomarev was ready to launch his career as soloist and bandleader, leaving his trumpet chair with the Messengers for a young Wynton Marsalis. With his big band at the Iridium, he honors Blakey's years with Billy Eckstine and Earl Hines. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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