CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW YORK CITY FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NYC: LANEY - MR. EAGLE 2015 - AT THE MET
Laney - Mr. Eagle 2015 presents An Evening of Leather and Lace, a cabaret benefit for Help Is On the Way Today at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, May 2nd at 11:30 pm featuring some of the hottest singers from Broadway and LGBT Leather Community. They will be rocking the roof off The Metropolitan Room while raising funds for Help Is On The Way Today, a non for profit organization that helps children, teens and youth living with HIV and AIDS in New York City. Joseph Macchia, the founder of Help Is On The Way Today. and Laney, Mr. Eagle 2015 met while competing for the title of Mr. Eagle and have become great friends. They each believe in giving back to the community. This will be the first benefit the two will be working on together. The rest of the cast TBA. There is a $22.50 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: SOMEWHERE IN THIS SONG - THE MUSIC AND LYRICS OF NICHOLAS LEVIN
"Somewhere In This Song" - The Music and Lyrics of Nicholas Levin, a new revue starring Marissa Mulder, Mick Bleyer, Kristin Maloney and Adam B. Shapiro, will be presented at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, May 2nd at 4:00 pm. Six-time MAC Award nominee and off-Broadway composer Nicholas Levin brings an evening of his witty, irreverent and poignant songs to the Metropolitan Room stage, directed by MAC and Bistro Award winner Peter Napolitano. Musical Director is Matthew Martin Ward with Boots Maleson on bass. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: DELPHI HARRINGTON AND WOODY REGAN WITH COWARDLY SWANN
Delphi Harrington and Woody Regan bring Cowardly Swann to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, May 2nd at 1:00 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: ETERNAL LOVE - MICHAEL MARANO
After a 30 year hiatus, Michael Marano returns to the cabaret stage at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Saturday, May 2nd at 7:00 pm. Having worked in over 35 shows and with numerous bands. Michael is singing with John Fischer on piano. Michael gave up theater after marrying the love of his life and enjoyed thirty-one wonderful years of marriage. After the loss of his wife, there was a connection made and he knew he needed to sing again. With the assistance of his Voice teacher, Mary Setrakian, the direction of Susan Campanaro and the musical direction of John Fischer he makes his first cabaret appearance at the Duplex. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: MATT KRENZ & THE DIVINE AT THE DUPLEX
Matt Krenz & The Divine is an 8-piece New York based band which employs a melodic blend of pop, ska and rock. They will perform at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Saturday, May 2nd at 9:30 pm. They will be featuring music and lyrics by Matthew Krenz and arrangements by keyboardist James Sheppard. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: BENDELACREME'S COSMOS AT THE BEECHMAN
After an acclaimed and often extended premiere last year, RuPaul's Drag Race favorite BenDeLaCreme returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) with the debut of her latest blend of burlesque, comedy, performance art and music. "BenDeLaCreme's Cosmos" perform on Friday & Saturday, May 1st & 2nd at 7:00 pm plus a special drag brunch performance on Sunday, May 3rd at 1:00 pm. For centuries our greatest minds have tried to unlock the mysteries of our universe and the life within it. But who holds the key to their secrets? BenDeLaCreme sure doesn't. And neither will you after spending an evening under the influence of "BenDeLaCreme's Cosmos," a dizzying deliberation on space, time, and the cocktails that best accompany them. Whether showing off her knowledge of black holes or inviting you to explore her inner space, BenDeLaCreme blends song, spectacle, razor wit, high-camp hijinks and alcohol to create a raucous evening of entertainment certain to delight and misinform. As a performer, emcee, party hostess, and event promoter BenDeLaCreme has appeared in theaters and nightclubs from coast to coast ever since the fateful day in 2002 when s/he realized that normally unsavory behavior could be dressed up in fancy clothes and called "Performance Art." Formerly based in Chicago, but with lucite heels now planted firmly in Seattle, BenDeLaCreme combines his/her background in the performing & visual arts with a love of spectacle, glamour, and Saturday morning cartoons to create a thick sludge of sparkly entertainment certain to stick to your ribs! BenDeLaCreme can be found Emceeing and Performing in various venues throughout Seattle, as well as teaching with the Acadamy of Burlesque. In 2014, the premiere of Terminally Delightful wowed audiences nationally, including an encore engagement in New York. There is a $22-$40 cover plus a $20 food/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: ROSLYN KIND RETURNS TO 54 BELOW
After a sold out debut at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) in 2014, Roslyn Kind returns for another fabulous engagement on Friday & Saturday, May 1st & 2nd at 7:00 pm. Prior to her 54 Below debut, Ms. Kind had not appeared solo on the New York club scene for 20 years. Now, expect her make a splash with her show featuring career highlights, pop songs, showtunes, and personal favorites. She will share some great stories too! Having recently toured the U.S., Canada, Europe and Israel performing with her sister, Barbra Streisand, and nephew, Jason Gould, this show features both new material & vintage "Rozzie" tunes. Back in the heyday of nightclubs in New York, Roslyn Kind played 'em all. Signed to RCA Records at the time, she played The Persian Room, The Playboy Club, The Supper Club, The Grand Finale, etc. Be there when 54 Below warmly welcomes her back to NYC nightlife! Music Direction by Alex Rybeck, Directed by Richard Jay-Alexander. With Jered Egan on Bass and Dan Gross on Drums. There is a $35-$80 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: DUETS WITH THE WRITE TEACHER(S) - VOLUME 2
DUETS with The Write Teacher(s) returns to 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Saturday, May 2nd at 9:30 pm. Conceived and produced by Megan Minutillo, with musical direction by Jacob Yates, the evening will feature music from across the musical theatre canon, pairing one Broadway singer with one Broadway hopeful. The cast of DUETS with The Write Teacher(s) Volume II includes Loni Ackerman (Cats, Evita), Ryan Andes (Big Fish), Tracee Beazer Barrett (Honeymoon in Vegas), Anna Ty Bergman, Melanie Brook, Lauren Elder (Side Show), Russell Fischer (Jersey Boys), Brian G. Gallagher (Jekyll and Hyde), Drew Gasparini, Kerri George, Jessica Grove (A Little Night Music), Hannah Kloepfer, Tyler Lenhart, Sean McDermott (Miss Saigon, Silence! The Musical), Molly Model, Kathleen Monteleone (Hands on a Hardbody), Marissa M. Miller (Wicked Nat'l Tour), Lauren Molina (Rock of Ages, The Skivvies), Jessica Mortellaro, Olivia Polci, Jacob Samuels, Monet Sabel, Bret Shuford (The Little Mermaid), Zachary Francis Stewart (The Bad Years) and Stephanie Turci. As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. There is a $25-$65 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: STEPHANIE MCKAY AT JOE'S PUB
Stephanie McKay,singer, songwriter, musician, and collaborator, hailing from the Bronx, New York City, performs at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) on Saturday, May 2nd at 7:30 pm. Her career has spanned over 20 years, during which time she has collaborated with artists including Anthony Hamilton, Yasiin Bey (formerly Mos Def), Talib Kweli, DJ Spinna, Toshi Reagon and Big lovely, Jacques Schwarz-Bart, Katalyst, Tricky, Carl Hancock-Rux, Kelis, and numerous others. She was featured on the standout hit "Forget Regret" from Roy Hargrove's Grammy-nominated RH Factor (alongside such luminaries as D'Angelo, Anthony Hamilton, Erykah Badu, Karl Denson, Pino Palladino, and Common) and completed a world tour with keyboardist Amp Fiddler, as well as Drugs, which also included members from the legendary Parliament Funkadelic. Equally at home on the stage or in the studio, Stephanie performs regularly in the Northeastern United States and Europe, and is a frequent guest vocalist with collaborators including her husband Jacques Schwarz-Bart, Boca 45, and others. After a multi-year hiatus, Stephanie returns with a much-anticipated new collaboration, 2sharp9, with legendary producer Bob Power (D'Angelo, Erykah Badu, etc) expected spring 2015 album release. There is a $20 cover.
NYC: THE MARTHA GRAHAM CRACKER CABARET
The balls-to-the-wall Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret, hosted by Martha Graham Cracker, who is, perhaps, the world's tallest and hairiest drag queen, will perform at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) on Saturday, May 3rd with shows at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. The Martha Graham Cracker performs new arrangements and mashups of songs by artists ranging from Prince and Crowded House to Motley Crue and Nina Simone, and a bit of everything in between. For the 9:30 pm show, Martha Graham Cracker will be accompanied by her string quartet. The Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret is intended for mature audiences. There is a $30 cover.
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