CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW YORK CITY FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NYC: JOHN KOPROWSKI: FIVE YEARS THAT ROCKED THE WORLD, 1964-1969
John Koprowski brings his show 'Five Years that Rocked the World' to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Tuesday, March 3rd at 7:00 pm & Saturday, March 7th at 5:00 pm. John Koprowski takes us on a musical journey through the days that created the '60s sound: the campus free speech movement, the Vietnam war and anti-war protests, civil rights marches, Ken Kesey and Timothy Leary, Haight-Ashbury and the Summer of Love, Fillmore East and West, the Beatles and the British invasion, Dylan going electric, Altamont, Monterey, and Woodstock. Setting the scene for this turbulent era are songs by the following artists: The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, Jimi Hendrix, The Byrds, The Grateful Dead, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and others. John Koprowski, a rock and roll historian as well as a performer, offers these powerful songs in the proper setting - with a five piece band and three backup singers under the direction of Tracy Stark. The entire production is directed by Mr. Eric Michael Gillett. The music that came out of the 1960s is still with us today, and as popular as ever. However, these days you're more likely to hear a song by the Byrds or the Mamas and the Papas as lush string arrangements in an elevator or at the bank. Here's your chance to hear this iconic music as it was meant to be heard: live, loud, and rocking. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN AT MAMA'S
Cabaret favorites Tommy Femia and Rick Skye have teamed up for another evening of "Judy and Liza Together Again" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturday, March 7th at 8:00 pm. They are joined by Ricky Ritzel (as Mort) at the piano. These MAC Award winning performers (Best Impersonation) will pull out all the stops, singing classic solo's, parodies, duets and just plain whooping and hollering by the greatest mother/ daughter team in show biz history. Tommy Femia is a 7 time winner of the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) Award for his brilliant portrayal of Judy Garland in "Judy Garland LIVE!", now in it's 20th season at Don't Tell Mama. He has also starred in "Whoop-de-doo", "I Will Come Back" and, most recently, "Norma Does Men". Rick Skye is best known for writing a string of outrageous comic revues including "The Flip Side of Neil Sedaka", "MaCabaret - a tabloid fable", "The War of the Mama Roses", "It's Madame with an E" and the International hit - "A Slice O' Minnelli" for which has enjoyed successful season's in Covent Garden, at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End and at the Dublin Theatre Festival where he received the Award for "Best Achievement in Performance". There is a $25 cover charge and a 2 drink minimum. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER EVENT
NYC: A CABARET FUNDRAISER FOR A NEW PLAY BY MARCY LOVITCH
A Cabaret Fundraiser for Long View theater Company's production of "office politics" - a New Play by Marcy Lovitch will be held at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, March 7th at 4:00 pm. The benefit will feature performances by: Andrea Bell Wolff, Nicholas De Sibio, Isa Freeling, Daryl Glenn, Marcy Lovitch, and Sarah Matteucci. Playwright Marcy Lovitch was born in New York City and raised in Ocean Township, New Jersey. She began acting as a child in a community theater production of Carnival. After seeing Stephen Schwartz's The Magic Show on Broadway (with Doug Henning), she knew she had to pursue a life in show business. Throughout high school and college, Marcy studied acting, voice and dance (jazz and tap) and performed in such productions as Barnum, Anything Goes (Bonnie), The Boyfriend (Polly) and Pirates of Penzance (Isabel). She attended Temple University in Philadelphia where she received a bachelor of arts degree in journalism with a concentration on magazine writing and editing. After college she headed to New York City, working day jobs as a book publicist and magazine journalist while also auditioning, studying voice, taking acting and improvisation classes at HB Studios, and performing in many Off-Off Broadway productions. Along with HB Studios, Marcy has studied acting at the National Shakespeare Conservatory; Michael Howard Studios; Ensemble Studio Theatre; the Atlantic Theater Company (monologue and cold reading technique with Karen Kohlhaas) and on-camera commercial technique with casting director Angela Mickey. She has also studied solo performance privately with playwright Rita Nachtmann and actress Julie Halston. In 1997 and 1998, she co-produced, wrote and acted in her one-woman show, Dirty Laundry where she performed it in New York as part of the Womankind Festival, in the first and second New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC) and Philadelphia's Women Speak Festival at the Walnut Street Studio Theater. There is a $22.50 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: CHAMPAGNE PAM - NEW YORK STATE OF MIND: THE SONGS OF BILLY JOEL
Pamela Lewis' (a.k.a .Champagne Pam) is back at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, March 7th at 7:00 pm with her new show NEW YORK STATE OF MIND: THE SONGS OF BILLY JOEL, Pamela Lewis' interpretation of what she describes as "The soundtrack of her life" - selections from the iconic Billy Joel repertoire. Lewis' show is directed by well-known British cabaret star Barb Jungr (renowned for her unique vocal style, interpretation of song and radical approach to arrangements). With Musical Director Bill Heller on piano, Lewis' husband John Hurley on guitar, bass player Ritt Henn, and Marcus Parsley on trumpet, Pamela transforms the classic songs of Billy Joel into a sound all her own.There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: STEVE D'AGOSTINO AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Steve D'Agostino, who has been performing the songs from the "Great American Songbook" for over 30 years, will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, March 7th at 9:30 pm. Steve's journey to a commitment of "expression" through the music and lyrics made popular in the United States and around the world by vocalist such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley, and Johnny Cash took root a long time ago. In the early 80's, Steve started playing guitar and singing "live" with his first band "Finesse". The band experienced quite a following and established themselves as a successful GB (general business) group in Connecticut performing an average of 100 engagements a year. As Steve continued to evolve, his voice began to be an essential skill that his band began to rely on. As a result of his vocal development, in the the late 80's, Steve began to dedicate himself more on the development of his singing skills. Today, Steve's 30 plus years of experience are evident with every performance as he tenderly delivers melodies on ballads or relaxes the placement of a lyric on any "medium" to "up-tempo" swing tune. This vocal artistry has taken Steve from "coast to coast" and through the dedication of he and his live band, Steve has become "the standard" of this genre of music on the local scene. In addition to regular engagements at some of the finest restaurants and night clubs in Connecticut, Steve's performing credits include appearances in Las Vegas at The Paris Casino Hotel, Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT, The Pequot Room at Foxwoods Casino in Ledyard, CT and the MGM Grand Theatre. Steve continues to honor and maintain the tradition of the Great American Songbook today by humbly interpreting the timeless music and lyrics of Cole Porter, Ira Gershwin, Harold Arlen, Johnny Mercer, Jimmy Van Heusen and Sammy Cahn. Every time he stands in front of an audience, his interpretations of these great american songs reminds his audience about the skill and importance of the "art and craft" of songwriting and public performance. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: THE FLATIRON FOLLIES AT THE MET
For those longing for the golden age of Manhattan nightlife, THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) presents 'The Flatiron Follies' on Saturday, March 7th at 11:30 pm? The Flatiron Follies is an old fashioned entertainment, curated by two good-time gals and darlings of the NYC nightlife scene, Grace Gotham and Bettina May. This all-singing, all-dancing duo brings you those glamorous, sequin-spangled production numbers from the 1920s-1950s. Showcasing the best of jazz, opera, showtunes and more, The Flatiron Follies feature a roster of the city's most spectacular singers and dazzling dancers - ranging from tap to cirque to burlesque. Delight in dirty jazz ditties that will make even the saltiest sailor blush! Be beguiled by the bumps and grinds of classic burlesque! Join the cast in a rousing singalong with familiar favorites from the great American songbook! Why, the Flatiron district hasn't been this fun since it was called the Toy district! Bettina May is a New York-based pin-up model and burlesque performer, originally from the west coast of Canada. In the autumn of 2012 she was awarded the first ever burlesque-based "genius" green card from the USA for her outstanding abilities. She started her career in 2003, and since then has performed internationally on stages in Paris, London, Berlin Rome and more, as well as touring nationally for the past 6 years. She has been featured on The Real Housewives of NYC, NBC News, CBS's The Couch and she has also performed for Brooke Shields, Kanye West, Jude Law, and more. She just published her first book, Everyday Bombshell, sharing her vintage style secrets, and teaches aspiring bombshells around the world with her touring Pin-Up Class. Grace Gotham, is a burlesque performer and chanteuse who has been described as "the Half-Brazilian, straight from a Texas cotillion, with a body worth a million." While she enjoys the pleasure of bringing her special brand of whimsical and comedic song and dance internationally, she is proud to call NYC her home for over 16 years. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: LE SCANDAL CABARET CONTINUES AT THE BEECHMAN
NYC's longest running burlesque variety show, LE SCANDAL CABARET, continues on Saturdays, at 10:30 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). In its fourteenth year, Le Scandal features variety acts, circus performers, live music and a bevy of burlesque beauties. New performers every week! Expect sword swallowers, belly dancers, rope trick cowboys, contortionists, torch singing fan dancers and comedic aerobats, all set to the live music of the Le Scandal Orchestra. For tickets, visit Smarttix at http://www.smarttix.com/ or 212-484-4444. There is a $25-$60 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
NYC: DANCING WITH DEATH - THOMAS HONECK
The award winning Entertainer of Himself, Thomas Honeck, returns to the stage at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE(61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) for his 3rd solo show after a seven year hiatus on Saturday, March 7th at 4:00 pm. Thomas was last seen in his MAC Award winning show "Dreaming Wide Awake," a show about how dreaming can alter the course of a life. When not on the stage, he has spent the last 17 years studying with Shamans from around the world. Despite all the cultural differences, what he resoundingly learned was that to truly celebrate life, you must fully embrace death. A self-proclaimed "Dark Humorist", Honeck's "Dancing with Death" carefully weaves crafted stories into songs to provide a thought provoking, but comic look at life through the eyes of death. It is a ruminating rumba on our relationship with Death and how her choreography can influence life, featuring songs by Peter Gabriel, Laura Nyro, Chris De Burgh and Mary Chapin-Carpenter. The dance card will be one of Music, Merriment and Madness - well, just a touch. Directed by his creative partner, Lisa Moss, the same team that produced the critically acclaimed "Social Intercourse" and "Sing Me A Story." Thomas and Lisa were both recently honored with a 2014 Bistro Award for being a highly innovative and creative team. Musical Direction by Andrew Sotomayor, with Jordan Jancz on cello. In lieu of a cover, please bring a check made out to "JDRF" (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) or The ALS Association for a suggested amount of $15 (or what you can afford) - cash or credit accepted, but it's just not a tax donation for you. The 2-drink minimum still applies.
NYC: LOVE: THE EXPERIENCES OF A 20SOMETHING YEAR OLD
Jason J Hillard presents his show 'Love: The Experiences of a 20something Year Old' at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Saturday, March 7th at 7:00 pm. This show is about every 20something Year Old living in NYC and the lives they live involving love and even sex! The drunken nights, to the walks of shame in Hell's Kitchen, experiencing the brutal truths that you definitely don't want your mother to hear. Each performer has a different lesson to share with the world and of course it will be shared through song! A lovely cabaret with a diverse group of people sharing their stories, and singing. There is a $13 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: MATT KRENZ & THE DIVINE AT THE DUPLEX
The New York-based musical group Matt Krenz & The Divine will perform at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Saturday, March 7th at 9:30 pm. Matt Krenz & The Divine is an 8-piece band which employs a melodic blend of pop, ska and rock that is sure to make an impression. Featuring music and lyrics by Matthew Krenz and arrangements by keyboardist James Sheppard. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: 54 BELOW SINGS ELVIS PRESLEY
Elvis Presley, one of the most celebrated and influential musicians of the 20th century, will be honored at 54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Saturday, March 7th at 7:00 pm. A hit on pop, blues, and gospel charts, he is the best-selling solo artist in the history of recorded music, with estimated album sales of than 600 million units worldwide. He was nominated for 14 competitive Grammys and won three, also receiving the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at the age of just 36. In his short, mercurial life and career, he managed to be a colossal star in three decades, and continues to be one of the most iconic singer/actor/entertainers in the history of modern show business. The 54 celebration of The King will include his classic numbers, such as "Heartbreak Hotel," "Love Me Tender," "It's Now or Never," and many more! Producer Scott Siegel brings together a stunning assemblage of Broadway and nightclub stars to honor The King. In a major cabaret concert event, expect Elvis Presley's Greatest Hits Performed by some of New York's Greatest Stars! Special Guest Star: Larry Gatlin (of The Gatlin Brothers) with 33 Top 40 Records, plus he wrote 2 songs Elvis recorded! Also Starring: Tony Nominee Martin Vidnovic, Drama Desk Nominee Ray McLeod, International cabaret star Lumiri Tubo, New York's most awarded cabaret vocalist Lennie Watts, Nightlife Award Winner Carole J. Bufford, and Star of Side Show revival Emily Padgett. Musical Director is Ian Herman and the show is Produced, written, and hosted by Scott Siegel. There is a $35-$70 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: KENITA MILLER AT 54 BELOW
Broadway's small but mighty Kenita Miller, of Xanadu, Dessa Rose, The Color Purple and more, makes her solo cabaret debut at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Saturday, March 7th at 9:30 pm. Joining her are Lindsay Mendez, Margo Seibert, Stephen Flaherty and more. The evening will feature music of composers Kenita has represented on the Broadway and New York stage, and the music of composers that Kenita hopes to one day perform on Broadway. This one night only event will feature contemporary and standard musical theatre songs, blues, and jazz.
NYC: MUSE MATCH 2 AT 54 BELOW
MUSE MATCH returns to 54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Saturday, March 7th at 11:30 pm as part of the club's Late Night series. Muse Match is a musical theatre blind date collaboration where brilliant composers write songs for talented actors they have just met. Featured Composers: Adam Wachter, Eli Bolin, Jonathan Keebler and Ryan Korell, Madeline Myers, Teresa Lotz, Scotty Arnold, Andrew Gerle, Heathcliff Saunders, Joseph and David Zellnik, F. Michael Haynie, Dan Manjovi, Kathleen Tagg & Sophia Jaff and Ben Bonnema. Featured Performers: Amy Toporek, Amanda Blair, Ali Gordon, Shakina Nayfack, Brian Charles Rooney, Laura Hall, Norman Payne, Wade McCollum, Harrison Chad, Ashley Betton, Grace McLean, Jessica Crouch and Sam Bolen. There is a $20-$45 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.copyright 2015 - See cabaret listings from all over the world at CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
