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Monday, May 19, 2014

CABARET TONIGHT IN NEW YORK CITY FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET TONIGHT IN NEW YORK CITY FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 
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!

NYC: CAROL SHEDLIN: CHILD OF THE '30S

Carol Shedlin celebrates her legacy as a Child of the '30s in her newest cabaret show at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on four Mondays at 7:00 pm: April 27th, and May 5th, 12th and 19th. She is joined by musical director Jon Delfin at the piano and Saadi Zain on bass. Carol is thrilled to present her sophisticated evening of songs from the 1930s, filled with the romance of that black-and-white, cut-on-the-bias, Art Deco world of "Let's Pretend". Carol sings a collection of often offbeat and quirky (but always beguiling) period tunes, and entertains with her recollections about special moments from her somewhat eccentric, early childhood. Celebrating more than twenty years of "impeccable musical taste," Carol continues her tradition of creating cabaret evenings featuring an intriguing song list, mixing old favorites with lesser-known rarities. Director: Aaron Morishita, There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MATTHEW MARKS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Matthew Marks will perform atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Monday, May 19th at 7:00 pm. This show relates Matthew's Middle School experiences - walking down the "hallowed," horrible halls, afraid to be who he really was. Matthew's first big decision came in middle school: should he follow his passion, American standards, or embrace the alternative grunge movement to fit in? This show is all about how Matthew's first major decision has shaped who he has become today. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: ERIKA SMITH WITH 'MARILYN AND FRIENDS'

Erika Smith brings her show 'Marilyn and Friends' to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Monday, May 19th at 9:30 pm. The show is a fun hour romp through the mind of one of the world's most famous icons of our time, Marilyn Monroe. Internationally renowned Monroe tribute artist Erika Smith sings the classic songs Marilyn is known for, as well as a few unexpected tunes, interacts and improvises with the audience. She invites other beloved "celebrities" to duet and dance with her. There are some serious and heartfelt moments, but mostly this fun show celebrates and pays loving tribute to the sexiness and artistry of the incomparable Miss Marilyn Monroe. Erika Smith is an internationally renowned Marilyn Monroe look-alike and tribute artist. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: OUT OF THE GAME WITH JEREMY ABRAM

Jeremy Abram makes his official debut at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Monday, May 19th at 9:30 pm. Joined by director Samantha Shechtman and musical director Tracy Stark, their powers are combined to explore what happens when you find yourself at the edge of 30 and newly single ... again. The show will feature music by Rufus Wainwright, Ray Charles, Anita Baker and more. Jeremy lets it all out in this display of character, charm and pure vulnerability. Jerry made his off Broadway debut in the world premiere of Myla Churchill's 'Louis Armstrong: Jazz Ambassador'. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: NEW 50 SHADES PARODY AT SOPHIE'S BROADWAY

A new unauthorized musical parody of the international best-selling book "50 Shades of Grey" will be presented atSOPHIE'S NEW YORK (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2323), beginning with a preview performance on Monday May 12th at 7:00 pm. The show is written, directed and choreographed by Tricia Brouk, with original songs by Andrew David Sotomayor, "50 Shades of F****d Up" bursts on the scene from out of nowhere and will be the only unauthorized musical parody north of Times Square. The show officially opens on Monday May 19th at 7:00 pm with performances scheduled for Saturdays at 7:00 & 10:00 pm and Mondays at 7:00 pm through through Monday, June 7th. The cast of four includes Jenna Dallacco as Anastasia, Ben McHugh as Grey, and- in multiple roles - Krista DeMille and Cedric Leiba, Jr. as everyone's Inner Goddess. A veteran burlesque director and choreographer Brouk has directed and choreographed "Broadway Varietease," "Erotic Broadway: Vintage Variety," and "Tokio Confidential" at Atlantic Stage 2. In addition to "The Zombies: A Musical" her choreography credits run the gamut from television to film. Sotomayor, who leads a band of two, is also responsible for the arrangements. His music directing credits include "Cutman: a boxing musical," "Frankie and Debbie: Live at the Martini Lounge," and "Erotic Broadway: Vintage Variety." His composed the scores for "Bent" and the short films "Cuba 1961: A Love Story" and "Timeless." For tickets, which are $39.69 call 866/811-4111 or visit http://www.50shadesfdup.com There is a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: THE LYRICS OF ROBBY SANDLER AT THE BEECHMAN

I Need Some Space: The Lyrics of Robby Sandler returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Monday, May 19th at 7:00 pm, after a sold out debut last July. The evening of music by the BMI lyricist is produced by Rudy Scala and features the talents of Mariand Torres (The Great Comet, Wicked), Ken Clark (The Great Comet, February House), Andrew Keltz (The Golden Land), Lizzie Hagstedt (Southern Comfort, Sweeney Todd), Shoshanna Richman (I Heart NY, Fiddler), and Ariana Shore (The Performers). Among the composer collaborators featured in the hour long evening are Daniel Green, Lizzie Hagstedt, Jonathan Monro, Andy Roninson, and Benjamin Velez. A survivor of small-town Alabama and a fugitive from Miami, Robby took NYC by storm in October of 2008. Since arriving, his work has been heard up and down the east coast and as far away as Adelaide, Australia! As a lyricist, he has written with some fantastic composers, including Jonathan Monro, Daniel Green, Heath Saunders and Lizzie Hagstedt. Most recently he was the featured bookwriter/lyricist on Andy Roninson's Take a Ten Musicals podcast, Episode 6: I Heart New York. A member of the BMI Musical Theatre Writing Advanced Workshop, he is currently developing projects with Jonathan Monro, Daniel Green, and Benjamin Velez.There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: CONCERT TO BENEFIT THE CHILDREN OF UGANDA

A group of performers from Broadway & Cabaret have joined together to present a Concert To Benefit The Children Of Uganda on Monday, May 19th at 7:00 pm at STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590). The event will raise funds for the Sabina School in Rakai, Uganda where children orphaned or from impoverished families receive an elementary and middle school education and can live in safety. The school is sorely lacking in many basic programs and necessities such as clothes and medicine and and there are hopes of bringing these necessities to them. In addition, musical instruments such as keyboards, guitars and ukeleles and provide lessons for the children every day. In exchange, the children will teach us their music through drum and song. All proceeds from the concert will go directly towards the purchase and transport of musical instruments and living necessities for the children of the Sabina School. Performers include Max Schneider (How To Rock, Crisis); Jarrod Spector (Tony nominated for Beautiful: The Carole King Musical); Natalie Smith (One Man Two Guvnors, singer/songwriter); Sheera Ben-David (Winner of the Mabel Mercer Cabaret Award); Nicole Johnson (Boardwalk Empire, MOVE for Autism); and Madeline Rhodes (Fun Home, Nurse Jackie). They will be backed by an all-star band including Adam Ben-David, Piano and MD (The Book of Mormon); Jake Schwartz, Guitar (The Book of Mormon); Mat Fieldes, Bass (Matilda); Clint Deganon, Drums (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical). As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL KROP AT 54 BELOW

Pop singer Eric Michael Krop (Godspell) will present a night filled with covers of hit pop songs in his show at 54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Monday, May 19th at 9:30 pm.He will also showcase original songs from his upcoming album, "Love Lessons". Eric, with songwriters Selda Sahin (Grind) and Derek Gregor (Grind, Island Song, Unlocked) come to the 54 Below stage with a rocking full band and special guests, including Broadway's Natalie Weiss, Tracy McDowell, and Drew Brody, and Orange Is The New Black's Danielle Brooks. They'll be breaking up and putting the pieces back together through song. Eric has performed all over the world and is ready to bring it back home to NYC. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: DINE & DANCE WITH VINCE GIORDANO AND THE NIGHTHAWKS - NOW AT THE IGUANA

Vince Giordano & the Nighthawks are back - and now will play every Monday & Tuesday night from 8:00 to 11:00 pm at at IGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE (240 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-765-5454). Vince Giordano & the Nighthawks is an eleven-piece band playing music of the 1920s & 30s for your dining and dancing pleasure. In 1976 Vince Giordano & the Nighthawks (originally known as the New Orleans Nighthawks) was formed. A big-band historian and collector, Giordano has more than 60,000 scores in his collection. There is a $15 cover (at the door) plus a $15 food drink minimum.


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