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Friday, July 29, 2011

NJ: MAUREEN McGOVERN RETURNS TO NEW HOPE THIS WEEKEND

NJ: MAUREEN McGOVERN RETURNS TO NEW HOPE THIS WEEKEND

Maureen McGovern's celebration of the second half of the 20th Century Songbook continues in her new show "Dangling Conversations" on Friday & Saturday, July 29th & 30th at 8:30 pm at BOB EGAN'S NEW HOPE - SUPPER CLUB AND CABARET(6426 Lower York Road, Route 202, New Hope, PA - 215-862-5225). The show includes classic songs by iconic singer/songwriters: Paul Simon, J. D. Souther, Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Bruce Springstein, Don McLean, Pete Seeger, Randy Newman, Jonathan Brooke and composer Burt Bacharach. whose career spans 40 years, includes recordings, concerts, theater, film, television, radio and songwriting, all with a voice that defies categorization. There is a $45 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: JAZZ AND CABARET SINGER TODD MURRAY IN "CROON" AT FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: JAZZ AND CABARET SINGER TODD MURRAY IN "CROON"

Todd Murray brings his acclaimed show, "Croon" to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) on Friday & Saturday, July 29th & 30th at 8:30 pm. A former Broadway star, Mr. Murray has been touring the country in his show. With 22 songs, "Croon" hits on each decade since 'crooning' came into popularity in the 1920's with standards as well as contemporary tunes by Dillon, Leonard Cohan, and one written by Todd Murray and Alex Rybeck. Christopher Denny plays piano in the trio along with Sean Harkness on guitar and Steve Doyle on bass. The show is directed by Clifford Bell. Call for cover/minimum information.

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NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC GOES WEEKLY: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO - FRIDAYS

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC GOES WEEKLY: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO
MEMBER DISCOUNT )$5 OFF THE COVER

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, July 22nd at 10:00 pm, featuring host Jenna Esposito. The show will continue every Friday night in July. 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 this week 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.$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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NYC: MERMAN ON BROADWAY AT THE METROPOLITAN TONIGHT ONLY


NYC: MERMAN ON BROADWAY AT THE METROPOLITAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $10 OFF THE COVER

Dominic Mattos uses his unique vocal range - spanning some four octaves - in his show "Merman on Broadway" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, July 29th at 7:00 pm. Mattos is a 26 year old, mild-mannered Englishman, with a degree in Theology from Oxford University. Somewhere along the way Broadway's greatest ever star, not content with merely having dominated the Broadway stage for forty years, entered Dominic's subconscious,and his larynx-largely uninvited. Dominic Mattos' Merman on Broadway is in part a meticulous recreation of Ethel Merman's Las Vegas Club Act, including Merman's famous 'medley'. Dominic, a male soprano also at home with Purcell and Handel, sings all of Merman's hits (Everything's Coming Up Roses, There's No Business Like Showbusiness, They Say That Falling in Love is Wonderful) in her trademark belting style as well as covering Merman's lesser-known material (such as 'World Take Me Back' - from Merman's run in Hello, Dolly!). Dominic aims for 'Mermanesque' rather than a direct imitation of Merman - to evoke Merman's spirit, her wicked sense of humor and no-nonsense approach, and to present her unforgettable music with the same care for the lyrics being heard that Merman had herself. More than that the show is about the joy of good music, sung honestly. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 discount for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 
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Wednesday, July 27, 2011

NYC: "SUMMER STANDARD TIME" AT THE BEECH WITH ERIC & BARBARA

NYC: "SUMMER STANDARD TIME" AT THE BEECH

Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano present a mid-summer cocktail of lazy days, blue skies, exotic lands, and the songs of Joni Mitchell, Charles Strouse & Lee Adams, Jill Sobule, Jerry Herman, Billy Strayhorn, Johnny Mandel & Peggy Lee, Bruce Springsteen, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and more at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday & Wednesday, July 26th & 27th at 7:00 pm. (strappy sandals optional). There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS CELEBRATES START OF 21st SEASON TONIGHT

NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS CELEBRATES START OF 21st SEASON
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

Acclaimed cabaret performer Jamie deRoy will kick off her 21st Anniversary Season of her multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends, with a cabaret evening filled with song, humor, and fun on Wednesday, July 27th at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Joining Jamie on July 27th: actress/singer/dancer, known on the West End and Broadway, Helen Anker, playing an eclectic mix of folk-rock; the West End's prince of cabaret and stage, singer Andrew Halliday; MAC Award-winning guitarist Sean Harkness; MAC Award-winning composer/ lyricist/ performer Mary Liz McNamara; and Emmy Award-winning comedian Kevin Meaney. The award-winning director Barry Kleinbort will stage the evening and Christopher Denny will serve as musical director. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2011

NYC: MERMAN ON BROADWAY AT THE METROPOLITAN - new - $10 DISCOUNT OFF THE COVER FOR CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS!


NYC: MERMAN ON BROADWAY AT THE METROPOLITAN
$10 DISCOUNT OFF THE COVER FOR CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS!

Dominic Mattos uses his unique vocal range - spanning some four octaves - in his show "Merman on Broadway" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, July 29th at 7:00 pm. Mattos is a 26 year old, mild-mannered Englishman, with a degree in Theology from Oxford University. Somewhere along the way Broadway's greatest ever star, not content with merely having dominated the Broadway stage for forty years, entered Dominic's subconscious,and his larynx-largely uninvited. Dominic Mattos' Merman on Broadway is in part a meticulous recreation of Ethel Merman's Las Vegas Club Act, including Merman's famous 'medley'. Dominic, a male soprano also at home with Purcell and Handel, sings all of Merman's hits (Everything's Coming Up Roses, There's No Business Like Showbusiness, They Say That Falling in Love is Wonderful) in her trademark belting style as well as covering Merman's lesser-known material (such as 'World Take Me Back' - from Merman's run in Hello, Dolly!). Dominic aims for 'Mermanesque' rather than a direct imitation of Merman - to evoke Merman's spirit, her wicked sense of humor and no-nonsense approach, and to present her unforgettable music with the same care for the lyrics being heard that Merman had herself. More than that the show is about the joy of good music, sung honestly. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Monday, July 25, 2011

NYC: 5TH ANNUAL SUMMER BROADWAY FESTIVAL AT THE TOWN HALL - ALL SINGIN' ALL DANCIN'

NYC: 5TH ANNUAL SUMMER BROADWAY FESTIVAL AT THE TOWN HALL
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-840-2824), presents the 5th Annual Summer Broadway Festival, created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall. Presented on three consecutive Monday nights in July at 8:00 pm are BROADWAY WINNERS: THE AWARD WINNING MUSIC OF BROADWAY! on July 11th, BROADWAY'S RISING STARS on July 18th, and ALL SINGIN' ALL DANCIN' on July 25th. The evenings will feature music and dance coupled with witty insider tidbits, all performed by Broadway's finest. The final concert on July 25th, ALL SINGIN' ALL DANCIN', will be directed by Scott Siegel and choreographed, for the first time by two different choreographers, Lorin Lotarro and Mark Stuart. The show features Broadway show tunes sporting brand new choreography performed by today's musical theater song and dance stars. Most recently, The Mark Stuart Dance Theatre garnered critical acclaim at The Town Hall when, earlier this season, they performed in The Broadway Musicals of 1982. Lorin Lotarro is fast making a name for herself as a choreographer that goes well beyond her work as a featured dancer in one after another Broadway musicals. Tickets are $55 & $45.

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NYC: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED EXTENDED FOR 16th PERFORMANCE

NYC: SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED EXTENDED FOR 16th PERFORMANCE
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

Following 15 sold 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 16th installment, on Monday, July 25th at 7:00 pm - and celebrating its 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY. 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. Each evening is hosted by Director/Producer Phil Geoffrey Bond (MAC/Bistro/ Nightlife Award Winner). Very special guest will be A Little Night Music's original Fredrick & Sweeney Todd's original Sweeney, Tony-winner Len Cariou. Performers in July include Lisa Asher, Emily Bergl, Baby Jane Dexter, Daisy Eagan, Rob Maitner, Karen Oberlin, Julie Reyburn & Lucia Spina, Matt Castle, Erin Davie, Joy Franz, Sarah Rice with Musical Direction by Benjamin Rauhala. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.'

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Sunday, July 24, 2011

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS II --CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON THE WEB

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS II
CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON THE WEB

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. This Sunday, July 24th, David's show will feature a second MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS FUNDRAISER. Some of the medleys and performers that you will hear: Barbara Cook: "Bernstein Medley"; Duke Ellington And His Orchestra: "Hits Medley"; Judy Garland: "Born In A Trunk" Medley; Noel Coward & Mary Martin: "Medley Of Their Hit Songs"; Liz Callaway & Ann Hampton Callaway: "Stevie Wonder Medley". Plus More Medleys From KT Sullivan & Mark Nadler, Andrea Marcovicci, Mary Martin & Ethel Merman, Michael Feinstein. HELP SUPPORT WBAI-FM & EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN: Call 212-209-2950 with your pledge during this broadcast. For your pledge of support David will send you: "Magic Moments" - Produced by Mitch Gallob. TUNE IN and PLEDGE. For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ . You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows to oldisnew@earthlink.net. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .

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NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON: "On The Road - Songs of Highways & Byways"

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON: SALON RETURNS

SALON - that unique, Multiple Award Winning, Weekly Open Mic Event, created and hosted by Mark Janas returns to ETCETERA ETCETERA (352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141) on Sunday, July 24th from 7:00 to 10:30 pm (sign-up Begins at 6:15 pm). The optional theme for the evening is "On The Road - Songs of Highways & Byways". Guest Host/Pianist will be Bill Zeffiro. Co-host will be Marissa Mulder. Salon Spotlight performer will be Nightlife, MAC & Bistro Award Winner Karen Oberlin. Remember, any material, on or off theme, is always welcome at Salon. There are no reservations; seating is on a first come/ first served basis, with one intermission. For details see http://www.markjanasthesalon.com/ . There is a $10 cash cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: MARK MURPHY AT BIRDLAND TONIGHT = ONE NIGHT ONLY

NYC: MARK MURPHY AT BIRDLAND ONE NIGHT ONLY

One of the world's most respected jazz vocalists, Mark Murphy will be performing for one night only Sunday, July 24th at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) with shows at 9:00 & 11:00 pm. Murphy's prolific career spans 40 years and is most noted for his definitive and unique vocalese and vocal improvisations with both melody and lyrics. He is the recipient of the 1996, 1997, 2000, and 2001 Downbeat Magazine Readers Jazz Poll for Best Male Vocalist of the Year, as well as six Grammy Award Nominations for Best Vocal Jazz Performance. He is also known for his original lyrics to the jazz classics Stolen Moments and Red Clay. At 74 years old, Mark Murphy has not slowed down, as he continues to tour internationally, appearing at festivals, concerts, in the best jazz clubs and on television programs throughout the U.S., Europe, Australia and Japan. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: BARBARA PORTEUS: I WISH IT SO TONGHT AT FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: BARBARA PORTEUS: I WISH IT SO

Musical theater veteran and emerging cabaret star Barbara Porteus returns to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) with her new show "I Wish It So" on Sunday July 24th at 8:30 pm. This is a new show performed with her acclaimed musical director, Barry Levitt, on piano. Featuring standards and original material about wishes, hopes and dreams, selections include songs by Marc Blitzstein, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Kander & Ebb and more with new tunes by Barry Levitt & Peter Napolitano and Ray Jessel. Directed by MAC and Bistro Award winner, Peter Napolitano. There is a $30/$50 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS IX TONIGHT WITH BROADWAY/CABARET STARS

NYC: FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS IX WITH BROADWAY/CABARET STARS
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

"Friends With Benefits: My High School Musical" takes place on Sunday, July 24th at 7:00 pm atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), hosted by MAC winner Amy Wolk and Mamma Mia's Gerard Salvador with musical direction by Nate Buccieri. The show will feature a fantastic lineup of singers who reminisce about their early musical experiences, and sing songs from their very own high school musical! Performers includeNikki M. James (Tony Winner, the Book of Mormon), Cady Huffman (Tony Winner, The Producers), Robin De Jesus (2 time Tony Nominee, La Cage, In the Heights), Rose Hemingway (How to Succeed), T. Oliver Reid (Mary Poppins, Metrostar Winner), Stacia Fernandez (Mamma Mia), Jennifer McGill (The Mickey Mouse Club), Ellen Harvey (How To Succeed), Raymond J. Lee (Anything Goes), Jared Gertner (The Book of Mormon), Kristen Beth Williams (Anything Goes), Nicholas Cunningham (La Cage), Randy Rainbow (internet sensation), Carmen Keels (In My Life) and Brent Black (Mamma Mia). All proceeds go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS . There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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