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NYC: TED MCELROY IN ... "I'M NOT DEAD YET"
Comic Ted McElroy celebrates being among the living in his first show since a brush with mortality in his show called "I'm Not Dead Yet"! on Thursday, June 25th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show is produced and hosted by Nancy Witter. Also appearing on the bill are comics Danny McWilliams and Carol Ann Doner, and the inimitable Sidney Myer. Ted will take you through his life as seen through his classic comedy bits. They made us laugh then, and they'll make us laugh harder now! This is going to one funny show so get out your Depends, and get ready to buckle up for a fun and hilarious comedy ride with Ted McElroy at the helm! There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS AT DON'T TELL MAMA WITH SONGS FOR A JUNE NIGHT
2014 Bistro Award Winning Vickie Phillips returns to DON'T TELL MAMA(343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Thursday, June 25th at 6:00 pm with a One-Woman Show of personal song selections she calls "Songs for a June Night". She will be accompanied by Gerry Dieffenbach. Her off-Broadway credits include leading roles in Merry-Go-Round, A Safe Light, Far Side of the Moon, Musically Speaking, and Together with Music. There is an $18 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER EVENT
NYC: KAREN OBERLIN: HIS AIM IS TRUE; THE SINGULAR SONGS OF ELVIS COSTELLO
Karen Oberlin,a fan of Elvis Costello since her early teens, when his young angst, disillusionment and vulnerable heart seemed perfectly in synch with her own, brings her show "His Aim Is True: The Singular Songs Of Elvis Costello' to STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) on Thursdays, June 4th, 18th & 25th at 7:00 pm. One of the most versatile and prolific contemporary artists, over the years Elvis has delved into innumerable genres and styles with passion and intelligence, including classical, jazz and pop. His many collaborative partners have included Burt Bacharach, the Brodsky String Quartet, Paul McCartney, Bill Frisell and the Jazz Passengers. For her new show, Karen brings forth a collection of material from her more than 30 years of following his eclectic, fascinating career to express some of the most intriguing elements of this unique singer/songwriter's work and life. Tedd Firth serves as musical director, and they will be joined by Sean Harkness on guitar and Steve Doyle on bass. Karen believes that if one takes a close and discerning look, the so-called Great American Songbook is still being written. She is a recipient of the Mabel Mercer Foundation's Donald F. Smith Award, along with Bistro, Nightlife and multiple MAC awards, and an honorary doctorate in music. Her recordings are often featured on Jonathan Schwartz's radio show and she has headlined at all the major New York nightclub venues, including the Algonquin's Oak Room, Feinstein's at the Regency, the Cafe Carlyle, Birdland, Kitano and 54 Below. She has performed at concert halls such as Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, The Town Hall and Caramoor, and her performances take her all over the world, including her annual engagements in London. There is a $2 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER EVENT
NYC: FORTE SINGS COLE PORTER AT THE MET
Formerly known as Broadway 4, FORTE, a singing quartet made up of four dynamic men - Thomas Dieter, Johnny Hager, Skie Ocasio and Michael Osso, will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, June 25th at 7:00 pm. Each member brings a wide range of skills and experiences to their performances. The group showcases a mix of Broadway, pop and contemporary music with innovative, rousing arrangements by James Horan. Conceived by veteran actor Skie Ocasio, FORTE is known for its ability to connect with audiences, telling enthralling stories through song. Funny, exhilarating and riveting are just some of the words that have been used to describe their performances. Whether they are performing in an intimate setting or on a major stage, the gentlemen of FORTE create powerful connections with one another and every member of the audience. Talented musicians and expert interpreters of songs, they allow you to hear the piece as if for the first time and come away from the experience invigorated, joyful and moved. There is a $30 cover ($25 in advance) plus a 2-drink minimum. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER EVENT
NYC: SWING THAT MUSIC - DANNY BACHER SINGS 3 LOUIS AT THE MET
Jazz singer/ saxophonist, Danny Bacher, and his band present a tribute to the three Louis! (Armstrong/ Prima/ Jordan) at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, June 25th at 9:30 pm. This show also celebrates Danny's debut recording, "Swing That Music!" And the CD marks the recording debut of an extraordinary talent, vocalist-saxophonist Danny Bacher (pronounced: Back-er). Danny unleashes his substantial chops and signature wit to pay homage to three jazz firebrands - Louis Armstrong, Louis Prima, and Louis Jordan - in a series of kinetic tunes that vibrantly reimagine classics from the three Louis' repertoire for today's audience. Danny hails from New Jersey and was raised on classic jazz and the American popular songbook. Vocally, he possesses a warm smoky tone; instrumentally, he favors a lush and lyrical soprano sax style that complements perfectly his role as storyteller. Trained in music, theater, and comedy, Danny is a born performer, perfectly poised to summon the spirit and legacies of the three Louis. Danny understands the 360 of entertainment - he's also a proven playwright and comedian who first garnered notice off-Broadway and has toured nationally and internationally with his original work. Joining Danny is an all-star lineup of jazz luminaries: Warren Vache -Cornet, Jay Rodriguez- Tenor Sax, Pete McGuinness -Trombone, Jason Teborek - Piano, Dean Johnson -Bass, Tim Horner- Drums, along with guest vocalists Gabrielle Stravelli and Charenee Wade. Marilyn Maye directs. There is a $22.50 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: SETH'S CHATTERBOX: BROADWAY INTERVIEW SHOW GUESTS: TBA
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Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Thursdays at 5:00 pm. This week's show has has as Special Guest: TBA. Seth's weekly interview show always features stars, soon-to-be stars and folks behind the scenes of the musical theater stage - for just a $10 cover - 2-drink minimum. Best of all, all proceeds from the cover go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS!
NYC: "DIRTY LAUNDRY" - TRIPLE THREAT COMEDY SHOW AT THE DUPLEX
Triple Threat Comedy's monthly Stand Up show "Dirty Laundry" will be presented at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Thursday, June 25th at 9:30 pm. This month's comics include This month features Monroe Martin, Chrissie Mayr, H. Foley, and Brian Enck. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: THE VAUDEVILLIANS: BRINGING UP BABY
After selling out an often-extended Off-Broadway run in 2013 (which attracted the likes of Neil Patrick Harris, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Joan Rivers, RuPaul and SNL's Kate McKinnon), a national tour, a 3-month Australian tour (where she was nominated for the Aussie equivalent of a Tony Award), and a summer run in Provincetown, RuPaul's Drag Race favorite Jinkx Monsoon will return to New York with the World Premiere of THE VAUDEVILLIANS: BRINGING UP BABY, a new musical comedy co-starring composer and musician Major Scales. This limited engagement begam performances May 21st at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). Remaining shows are Wednesday through Sunday, June 25th through 28th at 7:00 pm. Dr. Dan and Kitty Witless were put on ice in the Twenties, and had their entire music catalogue purloined by today's pop artists. Now the hottest act ever frozen alive is back again, with more swinging hits from their stolen songbook! There's only one problem: Kitty's "in a family way" and no one's quite sure where the kid came from. Can The Vaudevillians still put on a show while bringing up baby? Major Scales is the evil twin of Richard Andriessen, a musician, writer and performer based in Seattle. He has written everything from award-winning New York shows on the east coast to music for amateur adult films on the west. Jinkx Monsoon is the alter ego of Jerick Hoffer, who graduated with a degree in theatrical performance from Cornish College in Seattle. With ten years experience on stage, Hoffer is a seasoned Portland-born entertainer who has captured the attention of his native northwest region. As early as 2006, Hoffer appeared as the lead dancer in the world's largest drag queen chorus line, which made the Guinness Book of World Records. By 2012, he had advanced to roles in Seattle theaters, playing Moritz in "Spring Awakening" (produced by Balagan Theatre), Angel in "Rent" (produced by The 5th Avenue Theatre), and Hedwig in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" (produced by Balagan Theatre and Seattle Theatre Group). In 2014 he was nominated for the Helpmann Award (alongside the likes of Cate Blanchett, Ivo Van Hove, Denis O'Hare and Baz Luhrmann), the Australian equivalent of a Tony, for his performanace in The Vaudevillians. There is a $25-$50 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
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 $20 food/drink minimum.
NYC: THE CUTTING ROOM PRESENTS: SQUARE FEEET
In 1999, long time buddies, keyboardist Jimmy Kuhn and bass player Billy Mendelson, formed the classic rock cover band known as Square Feeet. The band will appear at THE CUTTING ROOM (44 East 32nd Street, NYC - 212-691-1900) on Thursday, June 25th at 7:30 pm. With drummer Dorsey Parker from the Funk Revolution, and "young boy" David Katzman, the band continues to be the heart of New York rock and roll jam bands. For the past 12 years, Square Feeet has become a fixture at gigs around the New York/Tri-State area bar and club scene, where they jam at venues such as The Cutting Room, Village Underground, The Canal Room, The Knitting Factory, The Red Lion (where every year there is "standing room only" on St. Patrick's Day, following the parade), as well as Dockers Waterside, Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center, Meadowlands Racetrack and Sands Casino Bethlehem. With the recent additions of singer/ songwriter Pam Steebler, and recording artists Andre Vasconcelos and Apoena Frota, the Square Feeet All-Star Band has expanded its classic rock menu to include a little R&B, a little pop, and more rock and roll! There is a $5 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
NYC: JEREMY JORDAN RETURNS TO 54 BELOW
After a sold-out two-week NYC solo concert debut last fall, Jeremy Jordan returns to 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) for eight performances this summer with a brand new show. Shows are scheduled for Monday through Wednesday, June 22nd through 24th and Friday & Saturday, June 26th & 27th at 7:00 pm, with an added show on the 27th at 9:30 pm and Monday & Tuesday, June 29th & 30th at 7:00 pm. The star of The Last 5 Years movie has Broadway credits that include Newsies, Bonnie & Clyde, West Side Story, and Rock of Ages. He is also known for his role on NBC's Smash, as well as major concert engagements such as A Bed And A Chair at Encores! and Parade at Avery Fisher Hall. There is a $65-$120 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: GIADA VALENTI: FROM VENICE WITH LOVE
Venice, Italy-born singer Giada Valenti returns to 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Thursday, June 25th at 9:30 pm after her triumph on PBS, taking her audience on a romantic journey. Valenti will perform her own interpretations of songs made famous by Etta James, Shirley Bassey, The Beatles, Edith Piaf, The Doors, Jerry Vale, and also Christina Perri and Bruno Mars. The evening has one binding factor: love. Giada moved to the United States eight years ago when a major record label showed serious interest in her mesmerizing voice and special music. Since 2006 she has performed at venues including The Dicapo Theatre, The Lighthouse Theatre, Feinstein's at the Regency and The Metropolitan Room. Her first solo CD, Italian Signorina, debuted to great acclaim in 2005, and her second CD And I Love You So was released in 2008. In the USA Giada's talent and contributions to culture have been recognized by several organizations. In October 2008 Giada was named Woman of the Year by the Organization of Italian Charities In America. In February 2010 she was honored by the Commision for Social Justice of the Order Sons of Italy in America for being a good Italian role model. In October of 2011 Giada was awarded the Merit of Honor by the Borough President of Queens, NY for her outstanding cultural contribution to the Italian community in the USA. Giada is also a seven times recipient of a Grant of the NIAF Sergio Franchi Music Foundation. In Italy, Valenti has won several important music awards like the prestigious La Grande Occasione and Festival di Castrocaro. In addition, she has performed eight years in a row on the Red Carpet at the Columbus Day Parade, broadcast live by NBC4, ABC7 and PBS. Valenti is very well known in the Italian American community, and in the last few years has also has attracted all kinds of fans who have fallen in love with her great personality and special voice. There is a $30-$65 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: OLIVIA CHANEY AT JOE'S PUB
Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Olivia Chaney will perform at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555 - ) on Thursday, June 25th at 7:30 pm. Olivia's profile has been rising over the last few years, particularly in her native England, where she was recently nominated for BBC Radio 2's Horizon Award for best emerging folk artist. But until now, she has proven elusive on the recording front, with only one highly praised but modestly distributed EP to her name, plus a few home-spun bootlegs. One had to be lucky enough to catch her on a stage to hear her entrancing sound and unique sensibility, evolving and refining with each gig she played. Chaney's work has deep and varied roots which have enabled her to carve out something new yet timeless, bravely sparse, yet intensely lyrical. Original compositions are balanced alongside a typically eclectic range of covers that she has arranged and made her own, including the dramatic "Blessed Instant" by Norwegian voice-artist/composer Sidsel Endresen, 17th-century English composer Henry Purcell's "There's Not A Swain," Chilean protest-singer Violeta Parra's "La Jardinera," and "Waxwing" from Scottish alt-folk singer-songwriter Alasdair Roberts. There is a $15 cover.
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