CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW YORK CITY FOR TONIGHT 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: JOAN RIVERS' NYC PIANO MAN DEBUTS CABARET ACT
Two time MAC nominee William TN Hall presents his cabaret debut as a performer in his show 'Other People's Parties' with his original songs as well as songs from artists like Joni Mitchell and Kate Bush to Elton John and Michael John LaChiusa at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Sunday, December 14th at 7:00 pm. As William TN Hall's first year being a permanent resident of these United States comes to a close he attempts to throw his own party: Other People's Parties is equal parts self indulgence, self loathing and a love of booze and music. The show features Laura Pavles with Tony Calabro on guitar, Jamie Mohamdein on bass and Chris Schultz on drums. Creative consultant: Amy Wolk. William is a composer, arranger, music director and performer in New York City. Most recently his new musical Pretty People Suck opened to acclaim at the Minnesota Fringe Festival (winning the audience choice award) and is in development for a New York run. He has contributed music to two musicals currently available for licensing: Methtacular! and Songs for a More Funnier World (NYMF Award Winner). He has written incidental music for numerous plays and is the resident composer of the American Bard Theatre Company. William has written special material for numerous performers including Tony winner Nikki M. James and Bistro and MAC award winner Amy Wolk. When not writing William music directs and arranges for nightlife and cabaret stars including drag superstar and RuPaul's Drag Race season 4 winner Sharon Needles. He was also pianist to the legendary late Joan Rivers at her New York engagements. William is a two time MAC nominee for best nightlife entertainer. He is an alumnus of the BMI Advanced Musical Theatre Writers Workshop. There is an $18 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON: "TO WIT - SONGS THAT ARE CLEVER "
SALON - that unique, Multiple Award Winning, Weekly Open Mic Event, created and hosted by Mark Janas continues at ETCETERA ETCETERA (352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141) on Sundays from 7:00 to 10:30 pm (sign-up begins at 6:15 pm). The optional theme for Sunday evening December 7th is "To Wit - Songs That Are Clever!". Co-Host is Multiple MAC & Bistro Award Winner Jeff Harnar. 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. There is a $10 cash cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. NOTE: THERE IS NO SALON ON SUNDAYS DECEMBER 21st & 28th.
THIS WEEK ON THE RADIO & ON THE WEB: THE MUSIC OF ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY FEATURED ON EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN
(see also item in the Matinee Section above for the WBAI Fundraiser)
(see also item in the Matinee Section above for the WBAI Fundraiser)
EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at 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. On Sunday, December 14th, David will feature The Music of Ann Hampton Callaway. For more information, seehttp://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 at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ . (see also item in the Matinee Section above for the WBAI Fundraiser)
NYC: MINK STOLE: OMG! IT'S CHRISTMAS
Cult film icon Mink Stole (Hairspray, Pink Flamingos) premieres her new holiday show "OMG! IT'S CHRISTMAS!" in New York City beginning December 11th at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) performing with her wonderful band. Performances are scheduled for Thursday through Sunday, December 11th through 14th at 8:30 pm. You'd expect something unconventional from John Waters' favorite actress Mink Stole, and with "OMG! IT'S CHRISTMAS!" she delivers just that. Stole performs songs including Stay a Little Longer Santa, Le Petit Tambour (The Little Drummer Boy, in French), Tom Lehrer's Christmas Carol, Pretty Paper, Christmas Time is Here, and more. Mink will be accompanied by Her Wonderful Band: Glenn Workman on keyboard; Skizz Cyzyk on drums; and Dylan Kaminkow on the upright bass. They also have a very unique version of The Twelve Days of Christmas that you won't want to miss. Mink Stole is a household name for anyone familiar with the films of John Waters - she has appeared in every one of his features, and almost all of his movies. She began her film career in Waters' 1966 short Roman Candles, but her appearances in films including Pink Flamingos, Female Trouble, Cry-Baby, Serial Mom and Hairspray have undeniably made her an underground legend. Some of Mink's recent non-Waters films include All About Evil, Stuck! and 3 films in the Eating Out series. Her most recent appearance in New York was in last year's sold out revival of Tennessee Williams' The Mutilated opposite Penny Arcade.There is a $25-$50 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: HEDDA LETTUCE - CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
The Holidays are upon us, now that Lettuce Rejoice 2014 is around the corner. Playing at the famed THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, December 14th at 7:00 pm. Hedda's crisp comedy and delicious song parodies have madebthis festive celebration a hit for the past eleven years. Look forward to hearing such songs as, 'Here Comes Tranny Clause', the classic song, 'Sleigh Ride', in Hedda's hands turns into a gay mans quest for sex on Grinder, and 'Do You Hear What I Hear' is now, 'Do You Think That He's Queer,' about a fag hag desperately seeking a sexual relationship with a gay man. Plus, a holiday homage to the recently departed Amy Winehouse. Too soon perhaps? Not for the sardonic Miss Lettuce. Lettuce Rejoice is the perfect present to give your self for the holidays. Out right belly laughs are the free gifts with purchase with each ticket sold. Every night,Hedda will be giving away a basket filled with Boy Butter Lubricant to one lucky patron. I am moist like a Little Debbie Snack Treat just thinking aboutit! The very talented Paul Leschen will be accompanying Hedda on piano (he played on the Scissor Sisters first album). Tickets sell out fast so make yourreservations today. Over 21 please. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: SINGING CYNDI LAUPER: 54 JUST WANTS TO HAVE FUN
Some of Broadway and cabaret's best voices will present an explosive celebration of the pop sensation (and Tony-winning Broadway composer/lyricist) Cyndi Lauper, who changed the face of MTV with hits like True Colors, She Bop, Time After Time & Girls Just Wanna Have Fun at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Sunday, December 14th at 7:00 pm. Rock out with our stellar four piece band and then luxuriate in the artistry of Lauper's more poignant tunes. Rest assured, there will be plenty of Kinky along the way! With 50 million records sold worldwide & an additional 20 million singles, Lauper is one of only 20 artists to achieve "GET" status by winning competitive Grammy, Emmy & Tony awards. Featuring: Becca Ayers (Les Miserables, South Pacific, The Addams Family); Josh Franklin (Ghost the Musical, Anything Goes, Legally Blonde); Annie Golden (Orange is the New Black, Xanadu, Assassins); Joe Iconis & Family (Award-winning composer/lyricist with an entourage of talented folk); Grace McLean (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812, Bedbugs! The Musical); Molly Pope (Award-winning cabaret artist, Atlantic Theatre's Found); and Brian Charles Rooney (The Threepenny Opera, Bedbugs! The Musical) Gabrielle Stravelli (Award-winning jazz vocalist). As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. There is a $35-$75 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: THE STEPHEN SCHWARTZ-ATHON AT 54 BELOW
54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) has Magic to Do on Sundays, December 14th at 9:30 pm and December 21st at 7:00 pm when they unveil two extraordinary concert events dedicated to the work of Stephen Schwartz, the beloved composer/lyricist behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell, Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Prince of Egypt, Enchanted, Children of Eden, The Baker's Wife (need we go on?) Expect All Good Gifts when some of Broadway & cabaret's most dazzling vocalists are struck by The Spark of Creation over the course of this two night event, featuring a new cast each evening, accompanied by The Simple Joys Quartet. From Meadowlark to Lion Tamer, Morning Glow to Defying Gravity, the shows will cover all the Colors of the (musical) Wind! Tickets are running out Day by Day! Ain't it Good? Cast for Sunday, December 14th: Carole J. Bufford, Scott Coulter, Harris Doran, Natalie Douglas, Eric Michael Gillett, Jessica Hendy, Molly Pope, Kelli Rabke, Teri Ralston, Courter Simmons, Lucia Spina, Donna Vivino, Lennie Watts, Sally Wilfert and Michael Winther. Music Direction is by John Fischer. Directed by Phil Geoffrey Bond. As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. There is a $30-$65 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.copyright 2014 - See cabaret listings from all over the world at CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
