CABARET EVENTS TONIGHT IN FLORIDA - ST. LOUIS - CHICAGO - LOS ANGELES - SAN FRANCISCO
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FLORIDA: PAULO SZOT RETURNS TO THE ROYAL ROOM
Paulo Szot returns to THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Tuesday through Saturday, March 4th through 8th at 8:30 pm with a late show in Friday & Saturday at 10:30 pm. Born and raised in Brazil, Paulo Szot made his opera debut 1997 and has appeared with many major opera companies throughout the world before starring in the Broadway revival of South Pacific at Lincoln Center Theatre, earning him the Tony Award, the Drama Desk, the Outer Critic's Circle and the Theater World Awards for his portrayal of Emile De Beque. In the 2008-2009 season Mr. Szot made his New York Philharmonic debut in a concert conducted by Marvin Hamlisch appearing alongside Liza Minnelli. After making his highly acclaimed Metropolitan Opera debut, he also made his Carnegie Hall debut with the New York Pops Orchestra. Mr. Szot has performed in the Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center as part of the American Songbook Series and, in 2010 and 2011, at the Cafe Carlyle in New York. COVER: Tuesday through Thursday: $130 for prix fixe dinner & show; $65 for show only; Friday & Saturday: $140 for prix fixe dinner & show; $75 for show only.
ST. LOUIS: KEN HALLER - 'THE TV SHOW' AT THE GASLIGHT CABARET FESTIVAL
The Gaslight Cabaret Festival takes place at THE GASLIGHT THEATER(358 North Boyle Street, Louis MO - 314-725-4200 EXT 10) from February 20th through April 26th - Nine long weekends, twelve artists, twenty-two performances! Thursday, March 6th: A St. Louis cabaret favorite, Ken Haller brings back the multi-sold out and audience favorite 'The TV Show'. It's put together around theme songs from TV shows from the 60's through today. Campy and funny in some places, and quite moving in others, it's entertaining and very well done. Music Director, Al Fischer. Director, Tim Schall. Seehttp://www.gaslightcabaretfestival.com for full information on all shows.
CHICAGO: WITH A TWIST: TWISTED SISTERS!
After sold out runs at Davenport's and well-received performances at the Skokie Theatre, Stage 773, and the Wilmette Theatre, the With A Twist boys return to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Friday & Saturday, February 21st & 22nd, and Thursday & Friday, March 6th & 7th, all shows at 8:00 pm. With A Twist is Kevin Bishop, Paul Motondo and Steve Kimbrough under the musical direction of Nick Sula. They sing songs you know and love in three-part harmony, all arranged by Nick Sula. Imagine The Andrews Sisters meet The Pointer Sisters. It's twisted! Staging by Brigitte Ditmars.
LOS ANGELES: DENNIS McNEIL WITH SONGS FROM "ABOUT TIME"
Multiple award winning entertainer, Dennis McNeil brings his Irish charm and elegant voice to MARTINI'S ABOVE FOURTH (3940 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA - 619-400-4500) on Thursday, March 6th at 8:00 pm. Dennis will share songs from his brand new CD called "About Time" with Music Director and Arranger, Ed Martel (Englebert Humperdinck, Fred Travelena) on piano. McNeil has worked closely with John Raitt, Hal David, Sammy Cahn, Michael Feinstein, Lalo Schifrin, not to mention the likes of Steve Miller, Lionel Ritchie and the Grateful Dead. Dennis has entertained five US Presidents and even performed with Condoleezza Rice. He recently collaborated and performed with the Blue Man Group to two sold out Hollywood Bowl audiences this past summer. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
SAN FRANCISCO: PAULA WEST IN EXTENDED RUN AT YOSHI'S
San Francisco based jazz vocalist Paula West will perform at FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) in a 4-week engagement opening on Thursday, February 13th, with shows running Thursday through Sunday, through March 9th. See website for showtimes. Known for her rich, powerful contralto voice, West will present an all-new show featuring an eclectic range of songs - from memorable jazz standards by Cole Porter and Rodgers and Hart, to contemporary American classics by Bob Dylan and the Rolling Stones. Accompanied by her four-piece band, West will take San Francisco audiences on a musical journey through the ages. Born into a Marine Corps family in San Diego, California, Paula West was initially exposed to classical music. It wasn't until college that West began listening to jazz singers such as Dinah Washington, Billie Holiday and Sarah Vaughn. After college, West moved to San Francisco, unsure of what she wanted to do with her life. Buying old records from thrift shops, she studied them and then began singing classes. As she became more secure in her talent, she ventured into jam sessions, places where an open mike gave her a chance to perform before an audience. It was at one of these sessions that she met a pianist who would join her in the climb to her own musical identity and her musical success. His name was Ken Muir, and he continues as her accompanist today. West went on to study with Faith Winthrop, developing her unique tone and delivery. She learned how to sustain a note without a vibrato, which is now almost a Paula West trademark. Tickets are $35-$50 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
SAN FRANCISCO: ASHLING "BISCUIT" COLE TEENA MARIE BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE
Ashling Cole, or as her adoring fans call her - "BISCUIT" is one of the most dynamic vocalists the San Francisco Bay Area has to offer. She will be presenting her 'TEENA MARIE BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE' toYOSHI'S (1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-655-5600) on Thursday, March 6th at 8:00 pm. Her soaring voice and unparalleled professionalism make her a first call talent in the arena of R&B, funk and gospel. For the last four years, Biscuit has spent most of her time performing and touring with legendary bassist, Larry Graham, sharing the stage with some of the greatest artists of all time including Carlos Santana, Sheila E., Maceo Parker, Marcus Miller, Dave Koz, and Michael MacDonald. Highlights have been performing with Prince at Madison Square Garden and festivals in France and Belgium in front of 60,000 fans. Growing up in San Francisco, her influences ranged from Bruce Springsteen, Huey Lewis & The News, and Van Morrison, to Whitney Houston, Chaka Khan, Bobby "Blue" Bland, and Stevie Wonder. She was often compared to Teena Marie, and when she heard "Casanova Brown," the passion, the emotion, the soul that was felt on that record rocked Biscuit to her core and dramatically changed the kind of singer and performer she would become. There is a $23 cover.copyright 2014 - See cabaret listings from all over the world at CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
