MORE CABARET EVENTS TONIGHT IN NEW YORK CITY!
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MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
NYC: DELPHI HARRINGTON AND WOODY REGAN WITH COWARDLY SWANN
Delphi Harrington and Woody Regan bring Cowardly Swann toTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, March 27th at 7:00 pm. Cowardly Swann was first devised as a benefit for THE ACTORS COMPANY THEATRE. It was so successful that they decided to develop it further and pursue commercial venues for it. Woody Regan feels his proudest achievement was writing the score for Sam Shepard's WHEN THE WORLD WAS GREEN, presented to comemorate the the 100 Anniversary of the Moscow Art Theatre. A regular on the Cabaret Circuit, he has performed at Don't Tell Mama since its inception in 1982, and has been "packing them in" in his monthly show 'GROOVIN' ON A SUNDAY' there for a year. Delphi Harrington, a classically trained actress, was introduced to NY audiences by the renowned impressario, Julius Monk, in BAKER'S DOZEN, one of the fabled Plaza Nine Revues at the Plaza Hotel. She has had considerable success doing Coward. Delphi was nominated for a Drama Guild Award for her portrayal of Madame Arcati in Blithe Spirit. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: CALLING ALL ANGELS - A BENEFIT FOR THE HIPP
LaVon Fisher Wilson Presents Calling All Angels - A Benefit for the HIPP (The Hippodrome Theatre in Gainsville Florida) atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, March 27th at 9:30 pm. LaVon Fisher-Wilson is currently in Disney's Broadway Show NEWSIES, as Medda Larkin. Other performers include Cindy Thrall, Christina Parke, Jessie Janet Richards, Jacquelyn Graham, Hugh Hysell, Jonathon Lovitz, Chad Hudson, Catherine Fries Vaughn, Peter Zachari, Michael Hull, Jennifer Lauren Brown, Andrew Hendrick, Ben Faukhauser, Blue Jupiter, Accapella Group, and Wendi Stoltzfus. As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: MARCH CALENDAR GIRL WITH BEING GREEN
Colleen McHugh presents her favorite show of her monthly CALENDAR GIRL series this month when she presents a 'BEING GREEN" to celebrate St. Patrick's favorite color with classic and slightly inappropriate songs atTHE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Thursday,March 27th at 7:00 pm. Jade Firth is musical director with Mint Harkness on guitar and Lime Doyle on bass. Join Colleen for this hilarious hour of songs by Irving Berlin, Joe Raposo, Sammy Cahn, Burt Bacharach, Ashman & Menken, Frank Loesser, Michel Legrand and more. Filled with original comedy and improvisation, and many more classic and slightly inappropriate songs, plus the ever-popular IMPROV SONG: setting your story to music! There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: THANK YOU FOR BEING A FRIEND
After sold out runs in 2009 & 2010, Thank You For Being A Friend returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) for its third limited-run engagement. Performances are Thursday, March 27th at 7:00 pm and Friday, March 28th at 10:00 pm. This unauthorized musical parody inspired by the beloved TV sitcom "The Golden Girls," features book by Nick Brennan, music by Jeff Thomson, and lyrics by Luke Jones and Cisco Cardenas. In the show four women over 60 (Blanchette, the varicose-veined vixen; Dorthea, the brainy ball-buster; Roz, the lovable airhead; and Sophie, the wisecracking spitfire) are spending their golden years together in a wicker-filled bungalow in Miami. But when gay pop superstar Ricky Martin moves next door, his loud outdoor sex parties keep the quartet of cheesecake-loving retirees awake. The solution pits the gays against the girls at the annual Shady Oaks Retirement Home Talent Show: if the women win, then no more sex parties; if the gays garner top prize, the sassy seniors must serve as the party's clean-up crew. Singing, dancing and hilarity ensues! This newly revised production will feature original cast members Chad Ryan, Luke Jones, and Nick Brennan with newcomer John De Los Santos. The production team features Jonathan Pennington (Director), Cisco Cardanez (Assistant Director/Stage Manager), John De Los Santos (Choreographer), Luke Jones and Nick Brennan (Set Design), Timothy Hart (Lighting), Jessa-Raye Court (Costumes) and Doug Repetti (Sound). There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Reservations at https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/929670
NYC: BROADWAY SESSIONS THURSDAYS AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN
"Every Thursday night, as the curtains fall on Broadway, Host Ben Cameron (from Broadway's Wicked, Aida and Footloose) and his crew of amazingly talented folks welcome a new Broadway star to perform at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) at 10:30 pm in this fun and zany musical theater variety show. Get up close and personal with Broadway's brightest as the stars bare their souls, interact with the crowd and celebrate all things BROADWAY. There is a $5 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: ON KENTUCKY AVENUE, THE CLUB HARLEM CABARET MUSICAL
ON KENTUCKY AVENUE - The Club Harlem Revue, will be performed on Tuesday, March 11th at 8:00 pm; Sunday, March 16th at 7:00 pm and Thursday, March 27th at 7:00 pm at STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590). The musical takes place in a time, before the Casinos took over Atlantic City, when nightclubbing was in vogue with leggy show girls, hysterical comedians, and great singers & dancers. The most famous of the clubs on the musical street known as Kentucky Avenue was the Club Harlem. It was thought of as a "black Copacabana" and featured the major black talent of the era with flair, fashion and fantastic stage shows from Memorial Day to Labor Day. This musical revue is set during the Club Harlem dress rehearsal for opening night of the 1969 season. Within our fictional show, there is a love triangle between the MC, the lead show girl, and the featured female singer. The show features an original score true to the era, interspersed with classic songs from the 60s. The show stars Ty Stephens, Cheryl Freeman, Andricka Hall and features Lee Summers as comedian Slappy Black with special guest artist, Jeree Wade as singer, Damita Jo. Also appearing are Dancers (in alphabetical order) Donna Clark, Gregory J. Hanks, Mindy Haywood, Cassandra Palacio Renee Ternier, and two additional Male Dancers. The Musicians are Frank Owens, Wilbur Bascomb, Richard Cummings, Jr. and Damon Duewhite. The show concept was written & developed by Adam Wade and Ty Stephens. Original music is by Ty Stephens, Frank Owens, Branice McKenzie, Wilbur Bascomb, Adam Wade and Jeree Wade. The Musical Direction is by Frank Owens. The Choreography is by Ty Stephens with Swing Dance Choreography by Mickey Davidson. Showgirl Consultant is Betty Jo and Creative Consultant is Russ Weatherford. Costumes created by Ty Stephens and Pearl Williams. ON KENTUCKY AVENUE captures the feel and aura of the club, based on experiences of Adam and Jeree Wade who performed there during different eras - 30 years apart and were witnesses to much of the backstage intrigues that took place nightly. This new musical, which has been in development for the past 2 1/2 years is presented by Robert R. Blume, Songbirds Unlimited Productions, Peter Martin/Rick Newman in association with J.R. Knauf, Marshall N. Warner & Step Forward Entertainment. Jazz producing legend, Cobi Narita is Associate Producer. There is a $35-$45-$55 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: TIANANMEN: A NEW MUSICAL AT 54 BELOW
Tiananmen, a new musical, will be performed at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) onThursday, March 27th at 7:00 pm. Tiananmen is an original rock musical that follows the story of the 1989 Tiananmen Square protests in Beijing. Highlights from the new musical will be presented, featuring: Telly Leung (Godspell, Allegiance, "Glee"), Ruthie Ann Miles (Here Lies Love), Orville Mendoza (Peter and the Starcatcher, Pacific Overtures), Karl Josef Co (Allegiance at the Old Globe), Eric Badique, Katie Boren (Lysistrata Jones, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), Calli Buetow (Bring It On), Billy Bustamante (Pacific Overtures), Kiet Tai Cao, Katie Lee Hill (Hello, Dolly! at the Signature Theatre), and others. Tiananmen is written by Scott Elmegreen (book) and Drew Fornarola (music and lyrics), and directed by Stafford Arima (Altar Boyz, Allegiance, Carrie) with music direction and orchestration by Rick Fox (Jesus Christ Superstar, Rent, Blood Brothers). There is a $25 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: 54 BELOW PRESENTS THE JULIE JAMES SHOW
It's "The Julie James Show" starring SiriusXM Radio Program Director & celebrity host Julie James ("Broadway Names with Julie James") at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Thursday, March 27th at 9:30 pm. Julie spills the showbiz beans with snappy stories and original songs sure to dazzle any musical theatre lover. A fast-paced romp of a variety show with hilarious new songs, long-lost Broadway gems, and an impromptu visit with celebrities in the audience, the show is a delight for Broadway fans and pop-culture geeks alike. With new songs by long-time collaborator Aaron Hagan, Julie rolls back the radio curtain on what it takes to run the only 24/7 Broadway radio station in the world while juggling jingles for Howard Stern, working the Red Carpet at the Tonys, and recording chatfests with all her theatre heroes back at the SiriusXM studios. It's a classic evening of favorite tunes with an unconventional style and surprising twists as Julie comes out to the world as the songstress, storyteller and comedienne she truly is. After all, it's The Julie James Show! There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: LATE NIGHT: NYU N'HARMONICS
New York University's crazy a cappella group, the N'Harmonics, bring their riff-tastic, balls to the wall show to 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Thursday, March 27th at 11:30 pm as part of the club's late night series. With seriously tight harmonies, waterfall riffing, whistle tones that only dogs can hear, ungodly bass notes, and insane beat boxing, alongside a slew of other vocal acrobatics. With opening act APC Rhythm! There is a $10 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
NYC: JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND: THE DRIFT AT JOE'S PUB
Justin Vivian Bond brings his show The Drift to JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE(425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) with performances on Thursday & Friday, March 13th & 14th and 27th & 28th at 7:00 pm and April 10th & 11th at 9:30 pm. In The Drift, Justin Vivian Bond creates a new, free associative, collage of spoken word and song inspired by the story of Karen Stone, a retired actress who drifts from one space to another - either in her mind, in couture or in bed. Justin will be introducing a bunch of new versions of truly beautiful songs written by Billy Strayhorn, Tim Buckley, Jeff Buckley, Joni Mitchell plus a few other surprise favorites. Most of these songs are songs Justin has never performed before. There is a $25 cover.
NYC: CHEYENNE JACKSON WITH SPECIAL GUEST ORFEH
Cheyenne Jackson returns toBIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Thursday, March 27th and Saturday, March 29th at 6:15 pm.with long-time musical director Ben Toth. His show will include original songs from his new album, "I'm Blue, Skies," as well as classics from his acclaimed one-man show "Music of the Mad Men Era," which sold out Carnegie Hall and Kennedy Center. Cheyenne Jackson is a multi-talented actor, singer and songwriter, and has just released an album of original music called "I'm Blue, Skies." In 2012 he released his first three singles "Drive," the Top 40 hit "Before You," and "Don't Wanna Know," all produced by Thomas "Tawgs" Salter. Combining stage, film, television, and concerts, Cheyenne continues to have one of the most diverse careers in entertainment. He was recently seen in Steven Soderbergh's "Behind The Candelabra" with Michael Douglas and Matt Damon, and will next be seen starring opposite Gena Rowlands in the feature film "Six Dance Lessons In Six Weeks" in early 2014. Cheyenne has appeared in a number of films, including the 2006 Academy Award-nominated "United 93," "The Green" opposite Julia Ormond and Ileana Douglas, "Price Check" with Parker Posey, and "Lola Versus." Upcoming 2014 films include "Lucky Stiff" with Jason Alexander and the late Dennis Farina, "Beautiful Now, Opening Night" opposite Anthony Rapp, "Mutual Friends," Neil Labute's new miniseries "Full Circle," with David Boreanaz, Kate Walsh, Tom Felton, Julian Mahon and Ally Sheedy, and "Love Is Strange," opposite John Lithgow, Marisa Tomei, and Alfred Molina. There is a $45 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: BILL CHARLAP TRIO AT BIRDLAND
One of the world's premier jazz pianists, Bill Charlap, returns to BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Tuesday through Saturday, March 25th through 29th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Charlap has performed and recorded with many leading artists of our time, ranging from jazz masters Phil Woods and Wynton Marsalis to singers Tony Bennett and Barbra Streisand. Since 1997, he has led the Bill Charlap Trio with bassist Peter Washington and drummer Kenny Washington, now recognized as one of the leading groups in jazz. Charlap is the artistic director of New York City's Jazz in July Festival at the 92nd Street Y, and he has produced concerts for Jazz at Lincoln Center, the JVC Jazz Festival and the Hollywood Bowl. A two-time Grammy nominee, Charlap is married to renowned jazz pianist Renee Rosnes, and the two often collaborate in a duo piano setting. In the spring of 2010, Charlap and Rosnes released "Double Portrait", their acclaimed duo piano recording on the Blue Note label. There is a $40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: DOUBLE FEATURE: LARRY CARLTON GROUP & KYLE EASTWOOD GROUP
Both the Larry Carlton Group and the Kyle Eastwood Group will appear in a "Double Feature" presentation at THE BLUE NOTE(131 West 3rd Street, NYC - 212-475-8592) on Tuesday through Sunday, March 26th through 30th with shows at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. Nineteen-time Grammy nominee, four-time Grammy winner and all-time guitar great, Larry Carlton established himself from his first recording, A Little Help From My Friends. His studio credits include musicians and groups like Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell, Michael Jackson, Sammy Davis Jr., Herb Alpert, Quincy Jones, Bobby Bland, Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt and literally dozens of others. He went on to perform with the Crusaders and then with the multi platinum jazz super group Fourplay. With 30 albums to his credit and having performed on over 100 albums that have gone Gold or Platinum, Larry Carlton has set a standard for artistry that spans three decades. As someone who has had a myriad of opportunities to shine, Kyle Eastwood has truly carved his own path as a musician and his bass playing and composing talents reflect the richness and diversity of his experience. No stranger to jazz music, at a young age his father, film actor/director Clint Eastwood introduced him to jazz stars such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Dave Brubeck, Thelonious Monk, and Miles Davis. Kyle began playing electric bass in high school, learning R&B, Motown, and reggae tunes by ear. After studying with French bassist Bunny Brunel, he engrossed himself in the New York and Los Angeles area jazz scene, and signed with Sony in 1998 where he released his debut recording From Here to There. Kyle has composed or arranged seven of Clint Eastwood's latest films including Mystic River. Million Dollar Baby, Flags Of Our Fathers, Letters from Iwo Jima, Gran Torino, and Invictus. There is a $20-$35 cover.
NYC: FREDDY COLE QUINTET AT DIZZY'S
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