Wednesday, March 25, 2009
NYC: JOAN CROWE WEDNESDAY NIGHT OF THE IGUANA TIME CHANGE
Vocalist/comic Joan Crowe hosts a weekly series where "anything goes as long as it is fun and entertaining" on Wednesday nights starting at IGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE (240 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-765-5454 - ). Joan has special guests each week from all genres of music as well as stand up comics. The show usually runs from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, but for the next two weeks - March 25th and April 1st, showtime is from 9:00 pm to midnight. This will make it possible for Joan's favorite Bluegrass band, The New York City Slickers, to perform for the last hour. Joan is the creator and star of the ground breaking video podcast: http://www.FunnyJazzChick.com/, which is, filmed live Monday Nights at Birdland. There is a $10 cover charge.
NYC: SETH'S CHATTERBOX: CAST MEMBERS OF 60s WSS
Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) is usually presented on Thursdays at 6:00 pm.On Thursday, March 26th, Seth's guests are Victoria Mallory and Kurt Peterson, who starred in the Lincoln Center production of West Side Story in the late sixties. 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 !
Monday, March 23, 2009
TIPS FOR CABARET PERFORMERS
Don't wait until the last minute to offer a discount off the cover charge for your show. Offering a discount shows that your care about your friends in whatever organization is included in the offer. If you wait until too late, it looks like you are "in a panic" - more concerned about filling seats than being appreciative of your friends in the organization. Many people actually shy away from attending shows that appear to be "in a panic". (Be sure to check with the venue if cover discounts are allowed).
THINGS THEY ARE A'CHANGING
Talk about changes, we made a big change - effective immediately - in the way we are pricing our banner ads. Through July 4th we will be discontinuing the $10 per week "surcharge" on the cost of the first two weeks of banner ads - meaning that REGULAR BANNER ADS will run just $30 per week and SUPERSIZE just $50 per week. 2-week minimum still applies on all advertising. Write me for details - a few other changes apply. SIDEBAR ads continue at the same $25/week cost. Members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE are also eligible for additional discounts - write for details at banners@svhamstra.com
And we are making some changes in the pricing of our 2009-2010 memberships as well, as we enter our 20th year of publishing (13 years on the web). New memberships go on sale on May 1st in conjunction with the first announcement of our CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Birthday Party in July.
These changes are being made to make advertising more affordable and/or valuable for cabaret performers and cabaret fans in these rather troubled times, just when you need to promote more to try to fill those rooms. Stay tuned.
I can only keep CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (3 newsletters a week, 3 websites and a blog) going if folks join as members and/or purchase banners and ads. I am not a wealthy person, and what little extra funds I had were spent long ago to keep CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE going during previous troubled times. So, I have to depend on you - and need to set my prices to what you can afford.
And we are making some changes in the pricing of our 2009-2010 memberships as well, as we enter our 20th year of publishing (13 years on the web). New memberships go on sale on May 1st in conjunction with the first announcement of our CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Birthday Party in July.
These changes are being made to make advertising more affordable and/or valuable for cabaret performers and cabaret fans in these rather troubled times, just when you need to promote more to try to fill those rooms. Stay tuned.
I can only keep CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (3 newsletters a week, 3 websites and a blog) going if folks join as members and/or purchase banners and ads. I am not a wealthy person, and what little extra funds I had were spent long ago to keep CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE going during previous troubled times. So, I have to depend on you - and need to set my prices to what you can afford.
PROMOTE YOURSELF IN THE 21ST CENTURY!
Promote Yourself in the 21st Century! Create High Visibility Through The Internet. A free seminar especially geared for performers will be presented at 36TH STREET STUDIOS (260 West 36th Street, 3rd fl - NYC) on Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00 pm. The seminar will focus on internet marketing for actors and other entrepreneurs, and will be led by Richard Skipper. Richard will answer the most frequently asked questions about website and online marketing. Because Richard is waiving his fee for this workshop, and seating is very limited, reservations are a MUST. Please call 212-302-2724 to reserve your seat. On board with Richard is graphic designer, GLEN CHARLOW, who brings over 15 years in the business to the participants of this class and who will discuss the concept of image; how to use the internet effectively and how your website "sells" you even before you pick up the phone. To read more on Glen Charlow please visit: http://www.gcdtp.com/ .
15 GONE - 35 TO GO
My "lose it by my birthday" weight loss regimen is now starting its 5th week - I started on February 23rd - and I actually startled myself when I stepped on the scale yesterday (I check myself just once a week) and discovered that I am down by 15 pounds! Goal was to lose 2 pounds a week, so I am ahead of schedule. Its not a diet - just strictly calorie counting - I record everything I eat and the computer keeps track of the calories. I have to quit eating when I hit 2000 each day. Worst day so far was an overage of 300 calories - but most days I am below the line by 200 or more. In fact, over the past 4 weeks I have a 8525 credit - a full weeks worth of calories not eaten. I get a 49 calorie discount for every 10 minutes of "brisk" walking, so I am so happy the good weather is arriving!
SNEAKY SNAKE TAKES MANHATTAN!
"Sneaky Snake" isn't really a "cabaret act" - but the creators of this seemingly harmless sock-puppet, piano bar entertainers George Sanders and Shawn Curran, are well known in cabaret circles - they have been clowning around in the piano bar at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for as long as I can remember. And one wouldn't expect a harmless sock-puppet snake to challenge the stormy topic of circumcision in the world's holiest city, Jerusalem. But that's just what happens in the hilarious short film, "Sneaky Snake: Lost In The Holy Land." In the film, which was inspired by a cab ride in Jerusalem and shot on video in a matter of hours, sock-puppet Sneaky Snake searches for a bacon-cheeseburger in the Holy City of Jerusalem. Along the way, he meets a Rabbi, a Catholic Priest, and a Mullah, and encounters genital prejudice. Sneaky Snake, himself, plays all the roles. Worldwide, the short has won seven "Best Film" awards (including "Audience Choice" and "People's Choice," and one for "Integral Realization" in Granada, Spain), and has led to deals with Spice Factory Films, MiniMovie.com and Quat Media.
You can join Sanders, Curran, and Sneaky Snake, himself, at the NYIIFVF screening of "Sneaky Snake: Lost In The Holy Land," tonight, Monday, March 23rd at 6:10 pm at City Cinemas Village East (Screen 6), 181 Second Avenue at 12th Street, NYC. Its actually just a few blocks from my house, but I am off to a show at 7:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN, so I'll have to miss it. See http://www.georgesanders.net for more information.
You can join Sanders, Curran, and Sneaky Snake, himself, at the NYIIFVF screening of "Sneaky Snake: Lost In The Holy Land," tonight, Monday, March 23rd at 6:10 pm at City Cinemas Village East (Screen 6), 181 Second Avenue at 12th Street, NYC. Its actually just a few blocks from my house, but I am off to a show at 7:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN, so I'll have to miss it. See http://www.georgesanders.net for more information.
SUNDAY IS CYNTHIA'S BIRTHDAY!
It is Cynthia Crane's birthday on Sunday, March 29th and she has the last performance of the current run of her "I'm Confused, Therefor I Am" show at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on that date at 5:00 pm. It is another delightful performance - I saw it several weeks ago - and both Daniel and I plan to be there. Cynthia's life has been filled with drama - especially these past six months - but this show is all about fun (with a particularly touching ballad that had me shouting "brava" - something that reviewers aren't supposed to do).
Friday, March 20, 2009
NYC: ALGONQUIN SALON THIS SUNDAY CELEBRATES 1st ANNIVERSARY
Mark Janas' Algonquin Salon usually takes place on Sunday nights from 7:00 to 10:00 pm in the lobby of THE ALGONQUIN HOTEL (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331 ). The Salon is a weekly event in which singers, writers and musicians share their talent with each other and audience members in the lobby of the Algonquin Hotel, an informal, yet elegant setting with a grand tradition of artists gathering to socialize. There is no cover and no minimum. Salon Secretary Peter Napolitano reports that on Sunday, March 22nd, to celebrate the THE ALGONQUIN SALON's First Anniversary, more than a dozen former Co-hosts and Gonkettes will be the collective "co-host" of the evening, sharing their duties in a "relay" format, including Raissa Katona Bennett, Michael Colby, The Definitely Dickens Holiday Carolers, Jenna Esposito, Bobbie Horowitz, Aaron Kaburick, Annie Lebeaux, Sue Matsuki, Tanya Moberly, Julie Reyburn, Sarah Rice, Maureen Taylor, Sara Wordsworth, Bill Zeffiro, and more to be announced. Remember, any material, on or off-theme, is always welcome at the Algonquin Salon.
ON RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MUSIC OF MARGARET WHITING
On Sunday, March 22nd, EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.2600.com/offthehook/hot2.ram, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm and hosted by David Kenney, feature the music of Margaret Whiting. Some of the songs from her career that you will hear include "My Ideal"; Francesca Blumenthal's "Lies Of Handsome Man"; "It Might As Well Be Spring" (Richard Rodgers / Oscar Hammerstein II); "Moonlight In Vermont" and Ervin Drake's"Now That I Have Everything". Plus there will be an In-Studio Interview with Marcus Goldhaber prior to his performance with The Jon Davis Trio on on Wednesday, March 25th at the IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. For more information contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are also invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ .
NYC: MAC/ASCAP SONGWRITER SHOWCASE SATURDAY AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers), in association with MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) present another installment in their recurring Songwriter Showcase series. This event will take place on Saturday, March 21st at 2:00 pm at the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ). The showcase will be hosted by award-winning performer and producer Jamie deRoy, who will be welcoming songwriters Jeff Blumenkrantz and Steven Lutvak. Sidney Myer will also perform songs from various composers. Special guest will be multi-platinum award winning recording artist David Pomeranz. No cover for members of ASCAP and MAC. Non-members $10 cover. There is no minimum, but a cash bar for drinks and snacks will be available.
NYC: AFTER PARTY TONIGHT WITH BRANDON - GUEST IS EDEN ESPINOSA
At THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 ) on Fridays at 10:30 pm, Brandon Cutrell & Alysha Umphress host AFTER PARTY, a free-wheeling open-mic with guest stars from Broadway and Cabaret, Ray Fellman at the piano and others serving up drinks and taking turns at the mic. Guest performers from Broadway, off-Broadway and cabaret drop by each week to sing, chat and join in the fun. No cover, no minimum. Singer/dancers invited at all times - you can hang out at the bar, at a table or even on stage. This week's guest is Eden Espinosa who made her Broadway debut covering the roles of Elphaba and Nessarose in Stephen Schwartz's Wicked. She eventually assumed the role of Elphaba on Broadway.
NYC: SHAWN RYAN AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM SPECIAL DISCOUNT
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
Shawn Ryan & the Kelly Park Trio will perform on Friday & Saturday, March 20th & 21st at 9:45 pm and Sunday, March 22nd at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Shawn Ryan is one of the rising stars performing jazz and standards today. After placing in the semi-finals of NBC's 2006 Summer hit, America's Got Talent, Shawn's star continues to ascend. He currently has two albums and numerous national TV appearances. Most recently taking on the gender bending role of Karen Adams in ABC's Women's Murder Club. Shawn is also the co-founder of The Young Actors' Theatre Camp along with John Ainsworth. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - thats 1/2 price!
Shawn Ryan & the Kelly Park Trio will perform on Friday & Saturday, March 20th & 21st at 9:45 pm and Sunday, March 22nd at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Shawn Ryan is one of the rising stars performing jazz and standards today. After placing in the semi-finals of NBC's 2006 Summer hit, America's Got Talent, Shawn's star continues to ascend. He currently has two albums and numerous national TV appearances. Most recently taking on the gender bending role of Karen Adams in ABC's Women's Murder Club. Shawn is also the co-founder of The Young Actors' Theatre Camp along with John Ainsworth. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - thats 1/2 price!
BOSTON: BACA MARCH IS CABARET MONTH 2009 FESTIVAL IS ON!
The big Boston MARCH IS CABARET MONTH FESTIVAL started last night (March 19th) at THE BLACKSMITH HOUSE (56 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA ) and runs through Sunday. The Festival gives Boston audiences the unique opportunity of experiencing all things cabaret in one venue over the span of a few days. For full information on all performances - performer/date/time plus ticket prices for all events, see the BACA website - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/ . If you are in the area, here is a chance to catch up on all the talented folks in Beantown - with shows nightly and a master class on Sunday. All the details can be found in the listings area below. Now more than ever, the art and artists - and organizations - of cabaret need your support.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
SPECIAL JAMIE deROY & FRIENDS REBROADCAST WEDESDAY
There will be a special re-airing of Jamie deRoy & friends Cable TV show on Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at 7:30 pm on Time Warner 57 / RCN 84.
This episode includes performances from Eric Comstock, Barbara Fasano, and Anne Steele. Also, scenes from "Distracted" Starring Cynthia Nixon and "Guys And Dolls on Broadway."
There are also two special interviews segments: Charles Strouse, who will be honored by the NY POPS and Stephen Schwartz, who recently performed at our Academy Awards show.
This episode includes performances from Eric Comstock, Barbara Fasano, and Anne Steele. Also, scenes from "Distracted" Starring Cynthia Nixon and "Guys And Dolls on Broadway."
There are also two special interviews segments: Charles Strouse, who will be honored by the NY POPS and Stephen Schwartz, who recently performed at our Academy Awards show.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR BACK STAGE AWARDS SHOW
BACK STAGE has announced that tickets for the 24th ANNUAL BISTRO AWARDS show on Tuesday evening, April 28th, featuring Liza Minnelli and Charles Aznavour and over 30 other artists, are now available at the special website, http://www.bistroawards.com/. For further information, call 646-654-5725. This might be an immediate sell-out, so be sure to get your order in immediately.
SOME SHOWS I HOPE TO SEE THIS WEEK IN NYC
Highly recommended for this week in cabaret here in NYC:
I plan to be a DON'T TELL MAMA a lot this week - if my funds hold out. I want to catch the very dynamic Ben Cherry and his "Love/Hate NY" show at MAMA'S on Tuesday, at 7:00 pm. On Wednesday, I plan to catch Donna Moore's COUGAR CABARET show at MAM'S at 8:00 pm. I have been going back to this show for several years now - it has gone through several revisions as it prepares for a possible off-Broadway run (it has been optioned). And of course I try to never miss Grace Cosgrove's GRACE NOTES - Singers Soiree shows - this time its on Thursday the 19th at 6:30 pm (with Julie Reyburn, Lennie Watts, Jenna Esposito, Stearns Matthews, Billie Roe, Steven Ray Watkins and Stefanie Rose). Best cabaret value in town at only $15 - and you can take $5 off if you are a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. And on Saturday, a good friend from Cape Cod comes to NYC - Pat Fitzpatrick (how Irish is that) along with he sidekick Brian Patton, with an updated version of her fantastic show "Single, Again ... and this time it's not my fault!" at MAMA'S at 9:00 pm. A real gem! I also plan to be at MAMA'S at 7:00 pm to catch another Cape Cod favorite, Ralph Bassett's "I've Got the Divas In Me" show.
That's a lot of plans - I hope I can fulfill every one. We will take it one day at a time - and give an update in Thursday's issue as to how we are doing. I got three new short-run banner ads over the weekend plus a donation from someone who couldn't make it to our gala - all small amounts, but anything helps. At the same time, several banner ads expired over the weekend with two more expiring this week - this makes for an ideal time to run a banner, since they are displayed at random - the fewer banners running the more time your banner will be seen.
I plan to be a DON'T TELL MAMA a lot this week - if my funds hold out. I want to catch the very dynamic Ben Cherry and his "Love/Hate NY" show at MAMA'S on Tuesday, at 7:00 pm. On Wednesday, I plan to catch Donna Moore's COUGAR CABARET show at MAM'S at 8:00 pm. I have been going back to this show for several years now - it has gone through several revisions as it prepares for a possible off-Broadway run (it has been optioned). And of course I try to never miss Grace Cosgrove's GRACE NOTES - Singers Soiree shows - this time its on Thursday the 19th at 6:30 pm (with Julie Reyburn, Lennie Watts, Jenna Esposito, Stearns Matthews, Billie Roe, Steven Ray Watkins and Stefanie Rose). Best cabaret value in town at only $15 - and you can take $5 off if you are a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. And on Saturday, a good friend from Cape Cod comes to NYC - Pat Fitzpatrick (how Irish is that) along with he sidekick Brian Patton, with an updated version of her fantastic show "Single, Again ... and this time it's not my fault!" at MAMA'S at 9:00 pm. A real gem! I also plan to be at MAMA'S at 7:00 pm to catch another Cape Cod favorite, Ralph Bassett's "I've Got the Divas In Me" show.
That's a lot of plans - I hope I can fulfill every one. We will take it one day at a time - and give an update in Thursday's issue as to how we are doing. I got three new short-run banner ads over the weekend plus a donation from someone who couldn't make it to our gala - all small amounts, but anything helps. At the same time, several banner ads expired over the weekend with two more expiring this week - this makes for an ideal time to run a banner, since they are displayed at random - the fewer banners running the more time your banner will be seen.
PRICE BREAK ON BANNER ADS ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE
Recession busting price break: For the next few months we will be discontinuing the $10 per week "surcharge" on the cost of the first two weeks of banner ads - meaning that REGULAR BANNER ADS will run just $30 per week and SUPERSIZE just $50 per week. 2-week minimum still applies on all advertising. 1 week free with 9 weeks paid still applies. I have updated the prices to reflect this change on the website. Write me for details - a few other changes apply. SIDEBAR ads continue at the same $25/week cost.
Remember - events that advertise get mentioned in EVERY issue of the twice-weekly newsletter, sent to over 2600 cabaret-loving subscribers.
Remember - events that advertise get mentioned in EVERY issue of the twice-weekly newsletter, sent to over 2600 cabaret-loving subscribers.
Friday, March 13, 2009
IT AIN'T OVER 'TILL ITS OVER
A quick thank you once more to all the folks who made Tuesday's MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA such a success! Remember, it "ain't over till its over" so keep adding the tag MARCH IS CABARET MONTH to your e-mail signature and at the end of any postings on Twitter, MySpace, YouTube or Facebook and spread the word to all. Our GALA producer Tom Stajmiger mentioned at our show on Tuesday that when he started producing cabaret events in Wisconsin, most folks in the area only thought that cabaret was a movie that starred Liza Minnelli. There are a lot of folks out there - many of your friends, probably - who haven't a clue about this marvelous and exciting art form, and the tag line on your e-mail just might evoke some kind of discussion, and hopefully win another "convert" to join the friends of cabaret. There is another generation coming up that needs to be informed - its up to us to spread the word.
6 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS NEXT 10 DAYS
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NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE SALUTES NEIL SEDAKA AT THE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5: OFF THE COVER
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Jim Van Slyke returns to NYC and THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, March 14th at 4:00 pm; and Sunday, March 15th at 7:00 pm. Critically acclaimed singer Jim Van Slyke returns with this highly anticipated new show celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka. Jim lends his beautiful voice and charm to the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka in his latest project "The Sedaka Show". Directed by Tony nominated singer/actor Brian Lane Green with Music Direction by MAC Nominee/Back Stage Bistro Award Winner Tim DiPasqua, this tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems and a few surprises! There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: BEN CHERRY RETURNS IN "I HATE NEW YORK: A LOVE STORY"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $3 OFF THE COVER
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2008 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS' CHOICE winner (debut), actor-singer Ben Cherry makes returns with his show "I Hate New York: A Love Story" on Saturday March 14th at 5:00 pm and Tuesday March 17th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Ben will be accompanied by musical director Tracy Stark at the piano. The show includes a wide range of carefully-chosen musical selections, each highlighting some aspect of love, hate, or ambivalence toward living in New York City. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC AT THE DUPLEX WITH MACK & HOLLAND
DISCOUNT MAY BE POSSIBLE FOR MEMBERS - ASK AT THE DOOR
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Karen Mack & Michael Holland continue with their with their very popular award-winning "Hole-O-Matic" All Request Show to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ) on Saturdays at 7:30 pm running through April 11th. This is the show where the audience gets to pick the song list from hundreds available. Also featured are more road stories, ridiculous prizes, and custom cocktails. There is a $15 cover, 2 drink minimum, no drink maximum. Ask if they are still giving a $5 discount to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (this wasn't included in their release).
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NYC: CYNTHIA CRANE IS CONFUSED AND THEREFOR SHE IS
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $8 OFF THE COVER - SUNDAY NIGHT!
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Cynthia Crane returns with her acclaimed show I'M CONFUSED, THEREFORE I AM to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sundays, March 15th, 22nd & 29th at 4:00 pm. Musical director is Paul Greenwood, with Boots Maleson on bass. Director is Ted Storey. The show includes songs by composers Noel Coward, Rupert Holmes, Sondheim, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Dave Frishberg, Harburg & Arlen, Tom Toce & Zina Goldrich, Cole Porter, Lew Spence, Ervin Drake, Steve Goodman, Alan Chapman and Marshall Barer & Anita Nye. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $12 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: BIG BAND TUESDAYS AT THE IRIDIUM
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
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SCOBAR ENTERTAINMENT presents Alex Nguyen and the Jazz Conceptions Orchestra featuring Amanda Brasher at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) as part of their BIG BAND TUESDAYS series on Tuesday, March 17th with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: GRACE NOTES: A SINGERS' SOIREE: FLOWER POWER!
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
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GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Bistro Award Winner Grace Cosgrove, is held monthly at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with the next show, FLOWER POWER! - MUSIC OF THE 60'S, scheduled for Thursday, March 19th at 6:30 pm. The lineup of special guest performers for this show include Julie Reyburn, Lennie Watts, Jenna Esposito, Stearns Matthews, Billie Roe, Steven Ray Watkins, Stefanie Rose, Grace Cosgrove. Don Rebic is Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard on Bass. Lennie Watts serves as Director. This is an on-going lab for top-notch singers - a place for great singers to perform, to try out new material, and to expand their audiences. Each show also introduces a newcomer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE SALUTES NEIL SEDAKA AT THE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5: OFF THE COVER
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Jim Van Slyke returns to NYC and THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, March 14th at 4:00 pm; and Sunday, March 15th at 7:00 pm. Critically acclaimed singer Jim Van Slyke returns with this highly anticipated new show celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka. Jim lends his beautiful voice and charm to the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka in his latest project "The Sedaka Show". Directed by Tony nominated singer/actor Brian Lane Green with Music Direction by MAC Nominee/Back Stage Bistro Award Winner Tim DiPasqua, this tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems and a few surprises! There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: BEN CHERRY RETURNS IN "I HATE NEW YORK: A LOVE STORY"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $3 OFF THE COVER
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2008 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS' CHOICE winner (debut), actor-singer Ben Cherry makes returns with his show "I Hate New York: A Love Story" on Saturday March 14th at 5:00 pm and Tuesday March 17th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Ben will be accompanied by musical director Tracy Stark at the piano. The show includes a wide range of carefully-chosen musical selections, each highlighting some aspect of love, hate, or ambivalence toward living in New York City. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC AT THE DUPLEX WITH MACK & HOLLAND
DISCOUNT MAY BE POSSIBLE FOR MEMBERS - ASK AT THE DOOR
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Karen Mack & Michael Holland continue with their with their very popular award-winning "Hole-O-Matic" All Request Show to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ) on Saturdays at 7:30 pm running through April 11th. This is the show where the audience gets to pick the song list from hundreds available. Also featured are more road stories, ridiculous prizes, and custom cocktails. There is a $15 cover, 2 drink minimum, no drink maximum. Ask if they are still giving a $5 discount to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (this wasn't included in their release).
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NYC: CYNTHIA CRANE IS CONFUSED AND THEREFOR SHE IS
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $8 OFF THE COVER - SUNDAY NIGHT!
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Cynthia Crane returns with her acclaimed show I'M CONFUSED, THEREFORE I AM to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sundays, March 15th, 22nd & 29th at 4:00 pm. Musical director is Paul Greenwood, with Boots Maleson on bass. Director is Ted Storey. The show includes songs by composers Noel Coward, Rupert Holmes, Sondheim, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Dave Frishberg, Harburg & Arlen, Tom Toce & Zina Goldrich, Cole Porter, Lew Spence, Ervin Drake, Steve Goodman, Alan Chapman and Marshall Barer & Anita Nye. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $12 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: BIG BAND TUESDAYS AT THE IRIDIUM
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
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SCOBAR ENTERTAINMENT presents Alex Nguyen and the Jazz Conceptions Orchestra featuring Amanda Brasher at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) as part of their BIG BAND TUESDAYS series on Tuesday, March 17th with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: GRACE NOTES: A SINGERS' SOIREE: FLOWER POWER!
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
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GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Bistro Award Winner Grace Cosgrove, is held monthly at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with the next show, FLOWER POWER! - MUSIC OF THE 60'S, scheduled for Thursday, March 19th at 6:30 pm. The lineup of special guest performers for this show include Julie Reyburn, Lennie Watts, Jenna Esposito, Stearns Matthews, Billie Roe, Steven Ray Watkins, Stefanie Rose, Grace Cosgrove. Don Rebic is Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard on Bass. Lennie Watts serves as Director. This is an on-going lab for top-notch singers - a place for great singers to perform, to try out new material, and to expand their audiences. Each show also introduces a newcomer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
MAYBE I AM IMAGINING THIS BUT ....
Is the economy on an uptick? Something very unusual happened this week - or I should say something didn't happen that has been happening a lot lately. I have noted for the past several months that with each mailing of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE newsletter, I got back from 1 to 4 "returns" from corporate websites indicating that the e-mail address was no longer valid - meaning the person was no longer employed at that firm. But the past two issues, no such returns! I note that the stock market also seemed to be making a bit of a recovery for the past two days (let's see if that holds up today). I will keep an eye on this phenomenon for the next to issues and report back.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
TIPS FOR CABARET PERFORMERS:
A good cabaret performer will make sure that nothing that is said, sung or done will distract from presenting an effective and enjoyable performance. This includes a tasteful and appropriate wardrobe, non-distracting lighting design, and good behavior (no mugging allowed) by other performers and musicians sharing the stage with you.
ON RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": LIZA & BLOSSOM
On Sunday, March 15th, EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.2600.com/offthehook/hot2.ram, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm and hosted by David Kenney, feature the music of Liza Minnelli. Some of the songs from her career that you will hear: "A Quiet Thing", "Let's Make A Date" (in duet with Johnny Rodgers), Peter Allen's "Simon", "Lonely Feet" (Jerome Kern / Oscar Hammerstein Ii), "But The World Goes 'Round", "Cabaret", "Theme From New York, New York" and "What Makes A Man" and more. David will also continue a Celebration of the Music of Blossom Dearie. Here are some of your requests: "My Attorney Bernie", "Bruce", "Bye, Bye Country Boy", "I Don't Remember", "Dusty Springfield", "Touch The Hand Of Love" Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. For more information contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are also invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ . For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ .
NYC: FREE SAMPLE CLASS DAY AT SINGERS' FORUM
THE SINGERS' FORUM (49 West 24th Street, NYC - 4th Fl. - 212-366-0541 - http://www.singersforum.org/ ) will host a Free Sample Class Day on Sunday, March 15th from 2:00 to 5:00 pm offering free abbreviated sample classes of several of their Spring courses. There is no fee and no pre-registration required. Teachers attending include: Lennie Watts and Steven Ray Watkins, Eric Michael Gillett, Elizabeth Russo, Jerome Harmann-Hardeman, Vicki Stuart and Teri Ralston. Free Consultations will be held all afternoon, and as an added bonus, if you sign up for a full session of a group class on March 15th, you'll save 10% off the class fee.
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