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Saturday, August 10, 2013

CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: MISSI PYLE IN "SEXY AS HELL" AT FEINSTEIN'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: MISSI PYLE IN "SEXY AS HELL" AT FEINSTEIN'S

Missi Pyle will perform at FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm. "Sexy as Hell" is a bewitching evening of original music, unexpected covers and tell all stories exposing the secret life of singer, actress and comedian Missi Pyle. Directed by award-winning solo performance/director Samantha Jones and Produced by Patrick King, this show is fun, hilarious and sexy...as HELL! Missi Pyle has appeared in several films, including the Academy Award winning film The Artist, Galaxy Quest, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Big Fish, 50 First Dates,Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay. She has also appeared in various television roles, on shows such as Friends, Heroes, Two and a Half Men, the sarah silverman program, Two Broke Girls, Boston Legal, Frasier and My Name Is Earl. She is also half of Smith & Pyle, a desert country-rock band, with actress Shawnee Smith. Pyle has recorded her second album with producer Chris Goss and bandmate Jenna Price to be released early 2014. There is a $30-$50 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: PLAZACUBA PRESENTS WIL CAMPA Y SU GRAN UNION

CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: PLAZACUBA PRESENTS WIL CAMPA Y SU GRAN UNION

PlazaCUBA presents Wil Campa y su Gran Union, a12-piece Cuban Son orchestra led by Wil Campa (formerly of Maraca and Cumbre) atYOSHI'S (1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-655-5600) on Saturday, August 10th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Wil Campa represents the very best of Cuban Son. The music that lives in his soul! His voice will capture and embrace you, with an undeniable, engaging stage presence and heralded as one Cuba's leading artists. In 2005 Wil formed what is known today as one of Cuba's elite groups WIL CAMPA Y SU ORQUESTA. Releasing two albums, one in 2006 "ES TIEMPO" and 2011 "TODO ES POSIBLE," winning him a nomination for BEST ALBUM 2012 at the CUBADISCO (Cuba's equivalent of the Grammy's). WIL CAMPA Y SU ORCHESTRA have been touring extensively nationally (eg. Havana Jazz Festival) and Internationally inspiring and introducing thousands of people to Cuba's Musical Royalty. Wil's vision, musical talent and choreographically direction have made this Orchestra one of the most exciting touring groups around. Open Dance Floor! There is a $25 (8:00 pm) or $21 (10:00 pm) cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN FLA: ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO AT THE COLONY

CABARET TONIGHT IN  FLA: ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO AT THE COLONY

Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano, whose electrifying combination of warmth, wit, swing and sensuality have made them the nightclub world's most celebrated team, will be making their seventh appearance at THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Fridays & Saturdays, July 26th through August 10th at 8:30 pm. The talented couple are every bit as entertaining as they are musically savvy. The multiple MAC, Bistro and New York Nightlife Award winners - they were just honored with the 2013 MAC award for Major Duo Artists of the Year - are regular performers at New York's most prestigious clubs and concert halls. They were among the last performers to headline at the Algonquin Hotel's legendary Oak Room Supper Club, and have also performed at Carnegie Hall, The Allen Room and Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Merkin Hall, Symphony Space, New York Festival of Song, The Algonquin, Feinstein's, The Carlyle, Birdland, and the 92nd Street Y's 'Lyrics and Lyricists' series. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN MD: WAYNE BRADY AT BETHESDA BLUES

CABARET TONIGHT IN MD: WAYNE BRADY AT BETHESDA BLUES

Emmy award winning Wayne Brady will perform at BETHESDA BLUES & JAZZ SUPPER CLUB (7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD - 240-330-4500) on Saturday, August 10th at 8:00 pm. Brady has been entertaining audiences with his acting, improv, singing, and dancing on television, film, and the stage. This September Wayne will see one of his dreams through when he releases his first musical album, which includes R& B and old school tracks. In television, Brady has guest starred on "The Dave Chappelle Show," "30 Rock," "How I Met Your Mother," "Dirt," and "Everybody Hates Chris." He became well known for his improvisational skills on ABC's "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" for which he won an Emmy and earned four Emmy nominations. Brady went on to host his own syndicated talk/variety show "The Wayne Brady Show" for two years. Brady picked up two Emmys for Outstanding Talk Show Host and the show won an Emmy for Outstanding Talk Show. There is an $80-$100 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: CRAIG ALSTON AT BOHEMIAN CAVERNS

CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: CRAIG ALSTON AT BOHEMIAN CAVERNS

Craig Alston will be performing at BOHEMIAN CAVERNS(2001 Eleventh Street N.W., Washington, DC - 202-299-0800) on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th with shows at 8:30 & 10:30 pm. Alston is a multi-instrumentalist from Baltimore who is best known as the saxophonist for Fertile Ground. Craig began performing with Fertile Ground while attending Morgan State University. As the band became more successful, Craig chose to leave college and pursue his passion. Fertile Ground's sound was influenced by Sade, Fela Kuti, Miles Davis quintet and Art Blakey and the jazz messengers. As a member of Fertile Ground, Craig has traveled to the United Kingdom (UK), Japan, Belgium, France, Croatia, Austria, and elsewhere sharing it's unique blend of jazz, soul and world music. The broad exposure has allowed him to learn and grow from the various musicians and styles encountered. In addition to being the saxophonist for Fertile Ground, he also performs under his own name. As an independent artist, Craig plays the saxophone, bass, or keyboard. As a saxophonist, Craig has played with jazz legends such as Larry Willis, David Murray, Oliver Lake, John Hicks and Jimmy Heath. He has recorded with artist from various musical genres such as the Basement Boys, vocalists Angela Johnson, Julie Dexter and Deborah Bonds and many others. He has played at Artscape, the African-American Heritage Festival, the Baltimore Museum of Art and many other places locally and nationally. He recently won the Chick-Webb Jazz Combo competition.There is a $23 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: GRAMMY WINNER TERENCE BLANCHARD AT BLUES ALLEY

CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: GRAMMY WINNER TERENCE BLANCHARD AT BLUES ALLEY

Trumpeter and Grammy Winner Terence Blanchard will perform at BLUES ALLEY (1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC - 202-337-4141) on Thursday through Sunday, August 8th through 11th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Blanchard was born in New Orleans. In his teens Blanchard attended the New Orleans Center of Creative Arts, where he studied and played with saxophonist Donald Harrison. Harrison and Blanchard replaced Wynton and Branford Marsalis in Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers. Blanchard is well known as a performer and musical composer for films, including several by Spike Lee. For Lee's film Mo' Better Blues Blanchard was musical arranger and a trumpet coach for actor Denzel Washington. Despite his interest and participation in film, television and theater, though, Blanchard regards himself first and foremost as a jazz musician. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN TOR: HILARIO DURAN TRIO WITH FEATURED GUEST PHIL DWYER

CABARET TONIGHT IN TOR: HILARIO DURAN TRIO WITH FEATURED GUEST PHIL DWYER

One of the world's most innovative creators of Afro-Cuban music and Latin Jazz Hilario Duran will perform atTHE JAZZ BISTRO (251 Victoria Street, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-363-5299) Thursday through Saturday, August 8th, 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm. Duran produces stunning feats of musical beauty every time he takes the stage. Cuban piano virtuoso Chucho Valdes calls him "unparalleled". Jazz Bistro considers it an honour to present him with three of the finest musicians they have ever had the pleasure of hosting: Roberto Occhipinti on Bass, Mark Kelso on Drums and Vancouver based Saxophonist Phil Dwyer, a featured guest on Friday and Saturday evening. Nights like these are rare! There is a $15-$20 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN BOS: TUCK & PATTI WITH SPECIAL GUEST VINX AT SCULLERS

CABARET TONIGHT IN BOS: TUCK & PATTI WITH SPECIAL GUEST VINX AT SCULLERS

The duo of Tuck and Patti will perform at SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB (400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111) on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Their special guest is VINX Tuck and Patti are celebrating 35 years of music collaboration with a year long celebration touring, as well as releasing a new CD in the first half of 2013! Dinner/Show: $70 Show only: $30.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NY STATE: ORIGINAL MUSICAL WINNING THE LOTTERY OPENS AT FORT SALEM THEATER

CABARET TONIGHT IN NY STATE: ORIGINAL MUSICAL WINNING THE LOTTERY OPENS AT FORT SALEM THEATER

The FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200) ends its summer Mainstage season with the World Premiere of an original musical, Winning the Lottery, running Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm, August 2nd through 11th. Winning the Lottery tells the story of three women who work together in an office, with the realization of everyone's dream: they continually play the same numbers, and one lucky day they win forty-four million dollars. Fort Salem is the only professional theater north of New York City that consistently, year in and year out, is dedicated to creating and producing original musicals, starting in 2007 with a highly successful adaptation of A Christmas Carol, and continuing for the next five seasons with original shows by playwrights Al Budde and Jay Kerr. Budde and Kerr have gathered some of their favorite performers to carry forth their message to the world, including film and television performer Jesse Liebman, whose first post-college job was in Kerr's 2003 musical, Pyrates, at the Theater for the New City in Manhattan. Liebman, familiar to Fort audiences from Songs of War and Peace, I'm Getting My Act Together with Benita Zahn, and most recently 110 in the Shade in 2010, has gone on to co-star as Hugh Grant's assistant in the Hollywood film, Did You Hear About the Morgans, and is a series regular in A Girl's Guide, now in its second season on Cinemax. Playing Jesse's father, as he has in the past, is Gordon Hazzard, who first graced the Fort stage as Scrooge in A Christmas Carol. Gordon once toured nationally with John Astin in a different musical version of the Dickens classic. The men are joined by three lottery winners: Jessica O'Keefe (Breakfast Epiphanies and Corn!), Pat Reilly (Epiphanies and Senior Moments), and Mary Skelly (A Christmas Carol). Call for ticket information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: THE RODRIGUEZ BROTHERS BAND AT DIZZY'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: THE RODRIGUEZ BROTHERS BAND AT DIZZY'S

The Rodriguez Brothers Band (Rob Rodriguez, Piano; Mike Rodriguez, Trumpet; Carlos Henriquez, Bass; Ludwig Afonso, Drums; Mauricio Herrera, Percussion) performs at DIZZY'S CLUB AT JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER (33 West 60th Street, NYC - 212-258-9595) on Friday through Sunday, August 9th, 10th & 11th with shows at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. The band is co-led by pianist/composer Robert and trumpeter/composer Michael. Individually they have worked with Roy Haynes, Wynton Marsalis, Eddie Palmieri, Quincy Jones, and Harry Connick Jr., to name a few. Together, they have released several well-received records rooted in, but not limited to, Afro-Cuban music and jazz. Their latest record, Mood Swing, featuring Clarence Penn and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra bassist Carlos Henriquez, is aptly named for a series of compositions that juxtapose moods and emotions within these musical traditions. There is a $30-$45 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: FRANK CATALANO & RANDY BRECKER BAND

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: FRANK CATALANO & RANDY BRECKER BAND

Frank Catalano & Randy Brecker Band will perform atIRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Saturday, August 10th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Frank Catalano's Savoy label debut album "Bang!" Bang! debuted at #12 on the Billboard Jazz Charts. Frank's previous CD, "Mighty Burner" was on the Billboard Charts for 20 straight weeks. Catalano is the only known saxman to have performed with Miles Davis, Randy Brecker, Charles Earland, Elvin Jones, Stan Getz, Betty Carter, Von Freeman, Tito Puente, Tony Bennett, Les Claypool and Louis Bellson while still in high school! This led to his signing to Delmark Records at age 18 and a string of critically acclaimed recordings. Catalano has been heard by millions of people all over the world thanks in part to 3 Grammy-winning and 11 Grammy-nominated recordings with artists such as Jennifer Lopez, Destiny's Child, and John Legend. He recently performed live on the Oprah Winfrey TV show with singer/composer Seal. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAQUITO D'RIVERA AND HIS PANAMERICANA ENSEMBLE

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAQUITO D'RIVERA AND HIS PANAMERICANA ENSEMBLE

Paquito D'Rivera and his Panamericana Ensemble will perform at THE BLUE NOTE (131 West 3rd Street, NYC - 212-475-8592) on Tuesday through Sunday, August 6th through 11th with shows at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. The ensemble includes Alex Brown, piano; Oscar Stagnaro, electric bass; Victor Provost, steel pan; Pernell Saturnino, percussion; Mark Walker, drums (6th-8th) and Eric Doob, drums (9th-11th). The winner of nine GRAMMY Awards, D'Rivera is celebrated both for his artistry in Latin jazz and his achievements as a classical composer. He is also the first artist to win Latin GRAMMYs in both Classical and Latin Jazz categories for Stravinsky's Historia del Soldado (2003) and Brazilian Dreams (2001). His numerous recordings include more than 30 solo albums. In 1988, he was a founding member of the United Nation Orchestra, a 15-piece ensemble organized by Dizzy Gillespie to showcase the fusion of Latin and Caribbean influences with jazz. D'Rivera continues to appear as guest conductor of that group which features such artists as James Moody, Slide Hampton, Airto Moreira, Flora Purim, Jon Faddis, Steve Turre, and others. There is a $20-$35 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: JAY LEONHART AT BIRDLAND SATURDAYS

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: JAY LEONHART AT BIRDLAND SATURDAYS

Bassist Jay Leonhart performs at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Saturday, August 3rd, 10th, 24th and 31st at 5:00 pm. Combining the skills of an old school entertainer and virtuoso jazz man, bassist, vocalist and composer Jay Leonhart has been a fixture of the New York scene for over forty years. When Jay was fourteen he started playing the bass in The Pier Five Dixieland Jazz Band in Baltimore and never looked back. After studying at The Peabody Institute, Jay attended The Berklee School of Music and The Advanced School of Contemporary Music in Toronto, before leaving school to start touring with the traveling big bands of the late 50's and early 60's. Upon moving to New York, Jay eventually began playing for many of the great jazz musicians, big bands, and singers who were to be found in New York - artists like Thad Jones and Mel Lewis, Tony Bennett, Marian McPartland, and Jim Hall. Jay has now recorded 15 solo albums. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: TRIO 3 + SPECIAL GUEST VIJAY IYER AT BIRDLAND

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: TRIO 3 + SPECIAL GUEST VIJAY IYER AT BIRDLAND

Trio 3 will perform at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Tuesday through Saturday, August 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. The unconventional collaboration of internationally-recognized jazz masters, Oliver Lake (alto sax), Reggie Workman (bass) and Andrew Cyrille (drums), was formed in order to centralize the members creative energies and promote a single governing principle: organic improvisation. Every member is a distinct soloist but together they form an unadulterated group effort, exploring the challenging sounds of the sax, bass, drums trio format. The addition of special guest pianist Vijay Iyer provides a potentially exciting new direction for the group. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: CHICO PINHEIRO & THE BRAZILIAN DREAM BAND

CABARET TONIGHT IN  NYC: CHICO PINHEIRO & THE BRAZILIAN DREAM BAND

Chico Pinheiro & The Brazilian Dream Band will perform at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Sunday, August 4th at 7:00 & 9:00 pm; Thursday, August 8th at 9:30 pm; Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 11L00 pm and Sunday, August 11th at 9:30 pm. The show features Luciana Alves & Special Guest Cesar Camargo Mariano. One of the major creative forces in modern Brazilian music, the brilliant guitarist /singer /composer /arranger Chico Pinheiro entrances audiences all over the world with his intensely lyrical and rhythmically exciting mixture of samba, swing, Carnaval and contemporary jazz. For his debut performances at 54 Below, Chico will be featuring the extraordinary young vocalist Luciana Alves. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAULO SZOT AT 54 BELOW

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAULO SZOT AT 54 BELOW

Tony-winning star of South Pacific Paulo Szot headlines 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) for a week-long engagement starting on Monday, August 5th at 7:00 pm. Additional dates are Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday, August 7th, 8th & 11th at 7:00 pm; and Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm. In this brand new show, the Brazilian opera star presents a program of cherished classics from the American Songbook, as well as Brazilian and jazz favorites. Paulo is one of the most versatile and extraordinary singers to be heard today. Directed by: Joe Langworth. Musical Director: Matthew Aucoin. Cover prices vary nightly - Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: ALASKA: RED FOR FILTH AT THE BEECHMAN

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: ALASKA: RED FOR FILTH AT THE BEECHMAN

RuPaul's Drag Race favorite Alaska makes her New York solo performance debut with the premiere of ALASKA: RED FOR FILTH at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). Performances are scheduled for Thursday, August 8th at 7:30 pm; Friday, August 9th at 7:30 & 11:30 pm; Saturday, August 10th at 7:30 pm; and Sunday, August 11th at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. This all new show promises to be a celebration of frivolous camp with a touch of vaudevillian filth and the destruction of sacred classics by this one-of-a-kind drag sensation. After her spaceship crashed in the Matanuska Valley, a remote part of south-central Alaska, the U.S. government recovered an emaciated, make that emancipated, alien ... or that's how the story goes. Alaska went on to become one of the final 3 contestants on the fifth season of RuPaul's Drag Race on Logo. In October 2013, she will star in The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Woodlawn Theater in San Antonio. There is a $22-$40 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: WILL HOLTON, RYAN J, AND BRIA MARIE: A SMOOTH JAZZ AFFAIR

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: WILL HOLTON, RYAN J, AND BRIA MARIE: A SMOOTH JAZZ AFFAIR

When You Combine The Sweet, Soothing Sound of Will Holton's Sax, the Majestic Sound of Ryan J's Trumpet and The Silky Smooth Sensual Vocals of Bria Marie, You Get "A Smooth Jazz Affair", presented at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, August 10th at 9:30 pm. It's a show providing an eargasm of melodious music. The electrifying jazz trio will be backed by a dynamic live jazz band. Hailing from Buffalo, Will Holton is a Nu Jazz, R&B Saxophonist, producer and songwriter known as one of Buffalo's own Jazz Great. Will has a reputation of being a smooth, yet savvy musician. Will is also known for his work in the community of Western NY as a mentor, guest artist, guest reader, and guest speaker at community centers and schools for the youth. His commitment to children is quite visible in efforts with the American Cancer Society and his "Reach Out and Lift Up" Campaign targeting the youth in WNY. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: BRANDON CAMPHOR & ONE WAY AT THE MET


CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: BRANDON CAMPHOR & ONE WAY AT THE MET

Brandon Camphor and OneWay Featuring Leah Smith will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, August 10th at 7:00 pm. It was 2007, in his early college years, Brandon had the vision to mobilize a group of talented young adults who were unashamed to promote the name of Jesus by any means necessary. This was the beginning of OneWay. Now, after 4 years in ministry together, Brandon Camphor & OneWay are still boldly proclaiming that we are a generation who can change the world. Their mission is to be an example of righteous living to young adults. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - HERE'S TODAY'S CABARET NEWS & LISTINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - HERE'S TODAY'S CABARET NEWS & LISTINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!

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LONDON CABARET TONIGHT: BRYAN BATT WITH BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF - FINAL PERFORMANCES TONIGHT

LONDON CABARET TONIGHT: BRYAN BATT WITH BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF - FINAL PERFORMANCES TONIGHT

Bryan Batt's show BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF will play atTHE CRAZY COQS AT BRASSERIE ZEDEL (20 Sherwood St, Piccadilly, London W1F 7ED - 020 7734 4888) on Tuesday through Saturday, August 6th through 10th at 8:00 pm. This is a show born out of Hurricane Katrina. Broadway veteran and Mad Men star Bryan Batt grew up in New Orleans, a city that fostered his love of music and theatre. After experiencing the flooding and devastation of his hometown, he put together a one-man cabaret show paying tribute to his life there. The music from the show features Broadway and some original material written for Bryan, peppered with the comedic skills that only Mr. Batt can provide. The cabaret experience is a divine exploration through the wacky and wildly entertaining mind of Bryan Batt. Television audiences know Batt from his two-time Screen Actors Guild Award-winning performance as Salvatore Romano on the critically acclaimed television series, Mad Men. New York audiences have been delighted by Bryan's brilliant stage performances in Jeffrey, Beauty and the Beast, Cats, Starlight Express, Sunset Boulevard, La Cage and The Scarlet Pimpernel. Batt is a brilliant comedic actor, which began with his long run in the hilarious Off-Broadway hit show Forbidden Broadway. This season, Bryan tackles cabaret stages throughout the U.S. culminating with one special week of performances at The Crazy Coqs. Call for cover/minimum information.

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HOTLINE NYC PICK OF THE DAY: CHICO PINHEIRO & THE BRAZILIAN DREAM BAND AT 54 BELOW

HOTLINE NYC PICK OF THE DAY: CHICO PINHEIRO & THE BRAZILIAN DREAM BAND AT 54 BELOW

Chico Pinheiro & The Brazilian Dream Band will perform at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Sunday, August 4th at 7:00 & 9:00 pm; Thursday, August 8th at 9:30 pm; Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 11:00 pm and Sunday, August 11th at 9:30 pm. The show features Luciana Alves & Special Guest Cesar Camargo Mariano. One of the major creative forces in modern Brazilian music, the brilliant guitarist /singer /composer /arranger Chico Pinheiro entrances audiences all over the world with his intensely lyrical and rhythmically exciting mixture of samba, swing, Carnaval and contemporary jazz. For his debut performances at 54 Below, Chico will be featuring the extraordinary young vocalist Luciana Alves. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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Friday, August 9, 2013

CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: MISSI PYLE IN "SEXY AS HELL" AT FEINSTEIN'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: MISSI PYLE IN "SEXY AS HELL" AT FEINSTEIN'S

Missi Pyle will perform at FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm. "Sexy as Hell" is a bewitching evening of original music, unexpected covers and tell all stories exposing the secret life of singer, actress and comedian Missi Pyle. Directed by award-winning solo performance/director Samantha Jones and Produced by Patrick King, this show is fun, hilarious and sexy...as HELL! Missi Pyle has appeared in several films, including the Academy Award winning film The Artist, Galaxy Quest, Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Big Fish, 50 First Dates,Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, and Harold & Kumar Escape from Guantanamo Bay. She has also appeared in various television roles, on shows such as Friends, Heroes, Two and a Half Men, the sarah silverman program, Two Broke Girls, Boston Legal, Frasier and My Name Is Earl. She is also half of Smith & Pyle, a desert country-rock band, with actress Shawnee Smith. Pyle has recorded her second album with producer Chris Goss and bandmate Jenna Price to be released early 2014. There is a $30-$50 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
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CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: RAS KASS RAPS AT YOSHI'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN  SF: RAS KASS RAPS AT YOSHI'S

Ras Kass will perform atYOSHI'S (1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-655-5600) on Friday, August 8th at 10:30 pm. Ras Kass is a critically-acclaimed rapper from California. After releasing a pair of independent singles, he emerged as one of the most highly regarded rappers of all time, winning particular acclaim for his skills as a lyricist. Best known for his classic album Soul On Ice, as well as his follow up album, Rasassination. Since that time Ras Kass has released several independent albums. Open dance floor, 18+. There is a $26 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: MYSTIC ROOTS BAND WITH KATHERINE RAMIREZ AT YOSHI'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN SF: MYSTIC ROOTS BAND WITH KATHERINE RAMIREZ AT YOSHI'S

Riding the success of their brand new album, "Cali-HI," which topped the iTunes Reggae Chart at #4 and Billboard Reggae Chart at #13 on the debut week, YOSHI'S(1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-655-5600) brings you Mystic Roots Band on Friday, August 9th at 8:00 pm. Serving up an original style based in reggae, hip hop, and dancehall (with overtones of rock, funk, and ska), an MRB live concert guarantees not just at music for your ears, but also a high-energy show and powerful experience you'll never forget. This Chico, CA based group brings a brand new sound while embracing the nature of roots reggae wholeheartedly and performing it with smooth vocals/harmonies, energetic freestyles and beat-boxing, all over a solid groove. The music and lyrics are catchy and upbeat, yet with an uplifting, positive message. The musicianship of the players is top notch and arrangements are often complex and always interesting. Now fronted by Katherine Ramirez (American Idol Season 7), the new sound is a blend of soft, beautiful vocal lines reinforced by hard hitting Roots Rock Reggae grooves by the bass, drums, keys and guitar (Dane-Jah, A-Dub, cootdog & Nixon). Cootdog remains the hip-hop influence with socially conscious lyrics, deep beat boxing and harmony vocals. The band tours the U.S. full-time, playing shows with some of the biggest names in reggae, hip hop, and rock. MRB promotes positivity and spreads a conscious message while still having a good time and keeping the party going. Open dance floor! There is a $19 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN FLA: ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO AT THE COLONY

CABARET TONIGHT IN FLA: ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO AT THE COLONY

Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano, whose electrifying combination of warmth, wit, swing and sensuality have made them the nightclub world's most celebrated team, will be making their seventh appearance at THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Fridays & Saturdays, July 26th through August 10th at 8:30 pm. The talented couple are every bit as entertaining as they are musically savvy. The multiple MAC, Bistro and New York Nightlife Award winners - they were just honored with the 2013 MAC award for Major Duo Artists of the Year - are regular performers at New York's most prestigious clubs and concert halls. They were among the last performers to headline at the Algonquin Hotel's legendary Oak Room Supper Club, and have also performed at Carnegie Hall, The Allen Room and Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Merkin Hall, Symphony Space, New York Festival of Song, The Algonquin, Feinstein's, The Carlyle, Birdland, and the 92nd Street Y's 'Lyrics and Lyricists' series. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN MD: CHICK COREA & THE VIGIL AT BETHESDA BLUES & JAZZ

CABARET TONIGHT IN MD: CHICK COREA & THE VIGIL AT BETHESDA BLUES & JAZZ

BETHESDA BLUES & JAZZ SUPPER CLUB (7719 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD - 240-330-4500 - ) is presents jazz giant Chick Corea and his newest group, The Vigil on Friday, August 9th with shows at 7:30 & 10:00 pm. 18-time Grammy winner, brilliant American composer and keyboard virtuoso, Chick Corea has attained living legend status after five decades of unparalleled creativity and an artistic output that is simply staggering. From his 2012 Grammy win for Best Improvised Jazz Solo, through his enormously prolific career, Chick has touched an astonishing number of musical bases in his illustrious career - from straight ahead to avant-garde, bebop to fusion, children's songs to chamber music, along with some far-reaching forays into symphonic works -while maintaining a standard of excellence that is awe-inspiring. A tirelessly creative spirit, Chick continues to forge ahead, continually reinventing himself in the process. Chick is joined onstage by The Vigil: Carlitos Del Puerto and Carlitos Del Puerto on bass, Charles Altura on guitar, Marcus Gilmore on drums, and Tim Garland on clarinet and saxophone. There is a $60 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: CRAIG ALSTON AT BOHEMIAN CAVERNS

CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: CRAIG ALSTON AT BOHEMIAN CAVERNS

Craig Alston will be performing at BOHEMIAN CAVERNS(2001 Eleventh Street N.W., Washington, DC - 202-299-0800 - ) on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th with shows at 8:30 & 10:30 pm. Alston is a multi-instrumentalist from Baltimore who is best known as the saxophonist for Fertile Ground. Craig began performing with Fertile Ground while attending Morgan State University. As the band became more successful, Craig chose to leave college and pursue his passion. Fertile Ground's sound was influenced by Sade, Fela Kuti, Miles Davis quintet and Art Blakey and the jazz messengers. As a member of Fertile Ground, Craig has traveled to the United Kingdom (UK), Japan, Belgium, France, Croatia, Austria, and elsewhere sharing it's unique blend of jazz, soul and world music. The broad exposure has allowed him to learn and grow from the various musicians and styles encountered. In addition to being the saxophonist for Fertile Ground, he also performs under his own name. As an independent artist, Craig plays the saxophone, bass, or keyboard. As a saxophonist, Craig has played with jazz legends such as Larry Willis, David Murray, Oliver Lake, John Hicks and Jimmy Heath. He has recorded with artist from various musical genres such as the Basement Boys, vocalists Angela Johnson, Julie Dexter and Deborah Bonds and many others. He has played at Artscape, the African-American Heritage Festival, the Baltimore Museum of Art and many other places locally and nationally. He recently won the Chick-Webb Jazz Combo competition.There is a $23 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: GRAMMY WINNER TERENCE BLANCHARD AT BLUES ALLEY

CABARET TONIGHT IN DC: GRAMMY WINNER TERENCE BLANCHARD AT BLUES ALLEY

Trumpeter and Grammy Winner Terence Blanchard will perform at BLUES ALLEY (1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC - 202-337-4141) on Thursday through Sunday, August 8th through 11th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Blanchard was born in New Orleans. In his teens Blanchard attended the New Orleans Center of Creative Arts, where he studied and played with saxophonist Donald Harrison. Harrison and Blanchard replaced Wynton and Branford Marsalis in Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers. Blanchard is well known as a performer and musical composer for films, including several by Spike Lee. For Lee's film Mo' Better Blues Blanchard was musical arranger and a trumpet coach for actor Denzel Washington. Despite his interest and participation in film, television and theater, though, Blanchard regards himself first and foremost as a jazz musician. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN TORONTO: HILARIO DURAN TRIO WITH FEATURED GUEST PHIL DWYER

CABARET TONIGHT IN TORONTO: HILARIO DURAN TRIO WITH FEATURED GUEST PHIL DWYER

One of the world's most innovative creators of Afro-Cuban music and Latin Jazz Hilario Duran will perform atTHE JAZZ BISTRO (251 Victoria Street, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-363-5299) Thursday through Saturday, August 8th, 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm. Duran produces stunning feats of musical beauty every time he takes the stage. Cuban piano virtuoso Chucho Valdes calls him "unparalleled". Jazz Bistro considers it an honour to present him with three of the finest musicians they have ever had the pleasure of hosting: Roberto Occhipinti on Bass, Mark Kelso on Drums and Vancouver based Saxophonist Phil Dwyer, a featured guest on Friday and Saturday evening. Nights like these are rare! There is a $15-$20 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN CT: JOHN HIATT AND THE COMBO AT RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE

CABARET TONIGHT IN CT: JOHN HIATT AND THE COMBO AT RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE

One of America's most acclaimed singer/songwriters John Hiatt returns toTHE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE ( 80 East Ridge, Ridgefield, CT - 203-438-5795) on Friday, August 9th at 8:00 pm. He is joined by special guest Matthew Perryman Jones. From blues to country to straight up rock & roll, with his soulful, whiskey burn voice & red hot playing, John Hiatt has the ability to turn on a dime from ballad to bombast. He has played a variety of musical styles on his albums, including New Wave, blues and country. Hiatt has been nominated for eleven Grammy Awards and has been awarded a variety of other distinctions in the music industry. Tickets are $67.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN BOS: "STRICTLY BROADWAY" AT NICK'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN BOS: "STRICTLY BROADWAY" AT NICK'S

Vocalists Christine Fontana, Lisa Hall and Michael Gondek team up with Bill Duffy on Piano and Tom Spears on Drums/Percussion to present "Strictly Broadway" AT NICK'S RESTAURANT (124 Milbury Street, Worcester, MA - 508-753-4030) in Friday, August 9th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. You will be taken on a musical Broadway journey - 90 minutes of pure Showtunes, and nothing but Showtunes. There is a $10 cover (donation).

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CABARET TONIGHT IN BOS: TUCK & PATTI WITH SPECIAL GUEST VINX AT SCULLERS

CABARET TONIGHT IN BOS: TUCK & PATTI WITH SPECIAL GUEST VINX AT SCULLERS

The duo of Tuck and Patti will perform at SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB (400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111) on Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Their special guest is VINX Tuck and Patti are celebrating 35 years of music collaboration with a year long celebration touring, as well as releasing a new CD in the first half of 2013! Dinner/Show: $70 Show only: $30.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NY STATE: ORIGINAL MUSICAL WINNING THE LOTTERY OPENS AT FORT SALEM THEATER

CABARET TONIGHT IN NY STATE: ORIGINAL MUSICAL WINNING THE LOTTERY OPENS AT FORT SALEM THEATER

The FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200) ends its summer Mainstage season with the World Premiere of an original musical, Winning the Lottery, running Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 pm and Sundays at 2:00 pm, August 2nd through 11th. Winning the Lottery tells the story of three women who work together in an office, with the realization of everyone's dream: they continually play the same numbers, and one lucky day they win forty-four million dollars. Fort Salem is the only professional theater north of New York City that consistently, year in and year out, is dedicated to creating and producing original musicals, starting in 2007 with a highly successful adaptation of A Christmas Carol, and continuing for the next five seasons with original shows by playwrights Al Budde and Jay Kerr. Budde and Kerr have gathered some of their favorite performers to carry forth their message to the world, including film and television performer Jesse Liebman, whose first post-college job was in Kerr's 2003 musical, Pyrates, at the Theater for the New City in Manhattan. Liebman, familiar to Fort audiences from Songs of War and Peace, I'm Getting My Act Together with Benita Zahn, and most recently 110 in the Shade in 2010, has gone on to co-star as Hugh Grant's assistant in the Hollywood film, Did You Hear About the Morgans, and is a series regular in A Girl's Guide, now in its second season on Cinemax. Playing Jesse's father, as he has in the past, is Gordon Hazzard, who first graced the Fort stage as Scrooge in A Christmas Carol. Gordon once toured nationally with John Astin in a different musical version of the Dickens classic. The men are joined by three lottery winners: Jessica O'Keefe (Breakfast Epiphanies and Corn!), Pat Reilly (Epiphanies and Senior Moments), and Mary Skelly (A Christmas Carol). Call for ticket information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: THE RODRIGUEZ BROTHERS BAND AT DIZZY'S

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: THE RODRIGUEZ BROTHERS BAND AT DIZZY'S

The Rodriguez Brothers Band (Rob Rodriguez, Piano; Mike Rodriguez, Trumpet; Carlos Henriquez, Bass; Ludwig Afonso, Drums; Mauricio Herrera, Percussion) performs at DIZZY'S CLUB AT JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER (33 West 60th Street, NYC - 212-258-9595) on Friday through Sunday, August 9th, 10th & 11th with shows at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. The band is co-led by pianist/composer Robert and trumpeter/composer Michael. Individually they have worked with Roy Haynes, Wynton Marsalis, Eddie Palmieri, Quincy Jones, and Harry Connick Jr., to name a few. Together, they have released several well-received records rooted in, but not limited to, Afro-Cuban music and jazz. Their latest record, Mood Swing, featuring Clarence Penn and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra bassist Carlos Henriquez, is aptly named for a series of compositions that juxtapose moods and emotions within these musical traditions. There is a $30-$45 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: AN EVENING WITH JAMES BURTON

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: AN EVENING WITH JAMES BURTON

James Burton and his band (Jeff Burton, Jon Paris, Dave Keyes, Tony Garnier & Shawn Pelton) will perform atIRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Friday, August 9th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. The Rolling Stones' 100 Greatest Guitarists of all time, places him at #19! James Burton's trademark "chicken pickin'" style - bright, crisp and concise - is one of the most unique sounds in country music, and a huge influence on rock guitar as well. Burton got his start when he was 14, writing "Susie Q," for Dale Hawkins, and became a teenage star when he joined Ricky Nelson's band in 1957. With Nelson, Burton created his distinct technique: He used a fingerpick and a flatpick, and replaced the four highest strings on his Telecaster with banjo strings, so that his guitar snapped, popped and stuttered. In the late Sixties and Seventies, he convened Elvis' TCB band and became a go-to guy on country-minded records by Joni Mitchell and Gram Parsons, and still tours today. There is a $37.50 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAQUITO D'RIVERA AND HIS PANAMERICANA ENSEMBLE

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAQUITO D'RIVERA AND HIS PANAMERICANA ENSEMBLE

Paquito D'Rivera and his Panamericana Ensemble will perform at THE BLUE NOTE (131 West 3rd Street, NYC - 212-475-8592) on Tuesday through Sunday, August 6th through 11th with shows at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. The ensemble includes Alex Brown, piano; Oscar Stagnaro, electric bass; Victor Provost, steel pan; Pernell Saturnino, percussion; Mark Walker, drums (6th-8th) and Eric Doob, drums (9th-11th). The winner of nine GRAMMY Awards, D'Rivera is celebrated both for his artistry in Latin jazz and his achievements as a classical composer. He is also the first artist to win Latin GRAMMYs in both Classical and Latin Jazz categories for Stravinsky's Historia del Soldado (2003) and Brazilian Dreams (2001). His numerous recordings include more than 30 solo albums. In 1988, he was a founding member of the United Nation Orchestra, a 15-piece ensemble organized by Dizzy Gillespie to showcase the fusion of Latin and Caribbean influences with jazz. D'Rivera continues to appear as guest conductor of that group which features such artists as James Moody, Slide Hampton, Airto Moreira, Flora Purim, Jon Faddis, Steve Turre, and others. There is a $20-$35 cover.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: TRIO 3 + SPECIAL GUEST VIJAY IYER

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: TRIO 3 + SPECIAL GUEST VIJAY IYER

Trio 3 will perform atBIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Tuesday through Saturday, August 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. The unconventional collaboration of internationally-recognized jazz masters, Oliver Lake (alto sax), Reggie Workman (bass) and Andrew Cyrille (drums), was formed in order to centralize the members creative energies and promote a single governing principle: organic improvisation. Every member is a distinct soloist but together they form an unadulterated group effort, exploring the challenging sounds of the sax, bass, drums trio format. The addition of special guest pianist Vijay Iyer provides a potentially exciting new direction for the group. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: CHICO PINHEIRO & THE BRAZILIAN DREAM BAND

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: CHICO PINHEIRO & THE BRAZILIAN DREAM BAND

Chico Pinheiro & The Brazilian Dream Band will perform at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Sunday, August 4th at 7:00 & 9:00 pm; Thursday, August 8th at 9:30 pm; Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 11L00 pm and Sunday, August 11th at 9:30 pm. The show features Luciana Alves & Special Guest Cesar Camargo Mariano. One of the major creative forces in modern Brazilian music, the brilliant guitarist /singer /composer /arranger Chico Pinheiro entrances audiences all over the world with his intensely lyrical and rhythmically exciting mixture of samba, swing, Carnaval and contemporary jazz. For his debut performances at 54 Below, Chico will be featuring the extraordinary young vocalist Luciana Alves. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAULO SZOT AT 54 BELOW

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: PAULO SZOT AT 54 BELOW

Tony-winning star of South Pacific Paulo Szot headlines 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) for a week-long engagement starting on Monday, August 5th at 7:00 pm. Additional dates are Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday, August 7th, 8th & 11th at 7:00 pm; and Friday & Saturday, August 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm. In this brand new show, the Brazilian opera star presents a program of cherished classics from the American Songbook, as well as Brazilian and jazz favorites. Paulo is one of the most versatile and extraordinary singers to be heard today. Directed by: Joe Langworth. Musical Director: Matthew Aucoin. Cover prices vary nightly - Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: ALASKA: RED FOR FILTH AT THE BEECHMAN

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: ALASKA: RED FOR FILTH AT THE BEECHMAN

RuPaul's Drag Race favorite Alaska makes her New York solo performance debut with the premiere of ALASKA: RED FOR FILTH at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). Performances are scheduled for Thursday, August 8th at 7:30 pm; Friday, August 9th at 7:30 & 11:30 pm; Saturday, August 10th at 7:30 pm; and Sunday, August 11th at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. This all new show promises to be a celebration of frivolous camp with a touch of vaudevillian filth and the destruction of sacred classics by this one-of-a-kind drag sensation. After her spaceship crashed in the Matanuska Valley, a remote part of south-central Alaska, the U.S. government recovered an emaciated, make that emancipated, alien ... or that's how the story goes. Alaska went on to become one of the final 3 contestants on the fifth season of RuPaul's Drag Race on Logo. In October 2013, she will star in The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Woodlawn Theater in San Antonio. There is a $22-$40 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: "WILLING TO BE LUCKY - SONGS OF NEW YORK" WITH HILARY GARDNER

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: "WILLING TO BE LUCKY - SONGS OF NEW YORK" WITH HILARY GARDNER

Acclaimed singer Hilary Gardner will return to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, August 9th at 7:00 pm. Hilary grew up in Wasilla, Alaska infatuated with New York City. The city came to life through the jazz and American songbook albums in her parents' record collection. Visions gleaned from those classic vinyl platters epitomized reinvention and feverish creativity, and inspired Hilary to make New York City her home. In 2010, Hilary went from waiting tables to making her Broadway debut in two-time Tony-award winner Twyla Tharp's hit musical, Come Fly Away. Backed by a 19-piece big band, Hilary sang solos and duets with Frank Sinatra (by recording) in a performance hailed by critics. Willing to Be Lucky: Songs of New York takes its title from E.B. White's iconic 1948 essay, Here is New York, in which White sagely counsels the reader, "No one should come to New York to live unless he is willing to be lucky." With a program of songs both urban and urbane by composers like Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, Nellie McKay, and Dave Frishberg, among others, Hilary celebrates New York's many complexities, contradictions, and moments of unexpected beauty. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - HERE'S TODAY'S CABARET NEWS & LISTINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - HERE'S TODAY'S CABARET NEWS & LISTINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

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LONDON CABARET TONIGHT: BRYAN BATT WITH BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

LONDON CABARET TONIGHT: BRYAN BATT WITH BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF

Bryan Batt's show BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF will play atTHE CRAZY COQS AT BRASSERIE ZEDEL (20 Sherwood St, Piccadilly, London W1F 7ED - 020 7734 4888) on Tuesday through Saturday, August 6th through 10th at 8:00 pm. This is a show born out of Hurricane Katrina. Broadway veteran and Mad Men star Bryan Batt grew up in New Orleans, a city that fostered his love of music and theatre. After experiencing the flooding and devastation of his hometown, he put together a one-man cabaret show paying tribute to his life there. The music from the show features Broadway and some original material written for Bryan, peppered with the comedic skills that only Mr. Batt can provide. The cabaret experience is a divine exploration through the wacky and wildly entertaining mind of Bryan Batt. Television audiences know Batt from his two-time Screen Actors Guild Award-winning performance as Salvatore Romano on the critically acclaimed television series, Mad Men. New York audiences have been delighted by Bryan's brilliant stage performances in Jeffrey, Beauty and the Beast, Cats, Starlight Express, Sunset Boulevard, La Cage and The Scarlet Pimpernel. Batt is a brilliant comedic actor, which began with his long run in the hilarious Off-Broadway hit show Forbidden Broadway. This season, Bryan tackles cabaret stages throughout the U.S. culminating with one special week of performances at The Crazy Coqs. Call for cover/minimum information.

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TODAY'S CABARET PICK - NYC: "WILLING TO BE LUCKY - SONGS OF NEW YORK" WITH HILARY GARDNER

TODAY'S CABARET PICK - NYC: "WILLING TO BE LUCKY - SONGS OF NEW YORK" WITH HILARY GARDNER

Acclaimed singer Hilary Gardner will return to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, August 9th at 7:00 pm. Hilary grew up in Wasilla, Alaska infatuated with New York City. The city came to life through the jazz and American songbook albums in her parents' record collection. Visions gleaned from those classic vinyl platters epitomized reinvention and feverish creativity, and inspired Hilary to make New York City her home. In 2010, Hilary went from waiting tables to making her Broadway debut in two-time Tony-award winner Twyla Tharp's hit musical, Come Fly Away. Backed by a 19-piece big band, Hilary sang solos and duets with Frank Sinatra (by recording) in a performance hailed by critics. Willing to Be Lucky: Songs of New York takes its title from E.B. White's iconic 1948 essay, Here is New York, in which White sagely counsels the reader, "No one should come to New York to live unless he is willing to be lucky." With a program of songs both urban and urbane by composers like Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, Nellie McKay, and Dave Frishberg, among others, Hilary celebrates New York's many complexities, contradictions, and moments of unexpected beauty. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Thursday, August 8, 2013

CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: SUE MATSUKI - GENRES: JAZZ & LATIN STANDARDS


CABARET TONIGHT IN NYC: SUE MATSUKI - GENRES: JAZZ & LATIN STANDARDS

As one of the first acts to playTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) in the first month it opened, Sue Matsuki is delighted to bring her first solo show (after 3 years) back to this beautiful room on Thursday, August 8th at 9:30 pm. The series is called GENRES and this show is the first in a series of shows that celebrate the different kinds of music Sue likes to sing. This show focuses on Jazz & Latin Standards. Featuring a stellar jazz trio: Gregory Toroian on piano; Steve Millhouse on bass and Ron Tierno on drums (with some other wonderful musicians sitting in on a few tunes). Directed by: Miles Phillips. Coming soon: The other GENRES: Country & Blues on Saturday, October 19th at 4:00 pm - Musical Comedy on Saturday, November 16th at 4:00 pm - Holiday Music on Thursday, December 12th at 9:30 pm. Sue is a 10-time MAC Award Nominee/3 time Winner (in 6 different categories); the very first (2004) recipient of the Julie Wilson Award given by the Mabel Mercer Foundation (and chosen by Julie herself) and a 20 year Cabaret/Jazz singing veteran who has played every NYC Cabaret room including Feinstein's at the Regency and several of the major Jazz Clubs including the legendary Village Gate, Birdland, The Iridium and Sweet Rhythm. Sue and has performed all across the U.S. from Alaska to Maine! Sue is also a writer, reviewer, producer, teacher, coach, comedian, host and an award-winning songwriter. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - HERE'S TODAY'S CABARET NEWS & LISTINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - HERE'S TODAY'S CABARET NEWS & LISTINGS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

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