There's an interesting article about Cynthia Crane, who is currently performing at DON'T TELL MAMA in NEW YORK MAGAZINE: http://nymag.com/daily/intel/2009/12 getting_back_at_bernie_through.html
Cynthia has two more performances scheduled for this show: Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm; and Wednesday, December 9th at 7:30 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - )
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Saturday, December 5, 2009
GREG KENNELL - ARTIST/DESIGNER - HOSPITALIZED
I am not a member of FaceBook, but someone forwarded to me the following note which was posted on FB about long-time friend and charter member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, Gregory Kennell (who happened to design our HOTLINE logo):
"Greg is currently very ill with viral meningitis. He is currently in isolation in an ICU and is receiving the best medical care possible. His family is with him and his affairs are being cared for by his work and family. His family asks that you please DO NOT attempt to visit him, the hospital will allow only direct family near him...."
Thoughts and prayers go out on Greg's behalf - and to his family and friends. My understanding is that this is a very serious situations and I will try to keep you informed via TWITTER and this BLOG.
"Greg is currently very ill with viral meningitis. He is currently in isolation in an ICU and is receiving the best medical care possible. His family is with him and his affairs are being cared for by his work and family. His family asks that you please DO NOT attempt to visit him, the hospital will allow only direct family near him...."
Thoughts and prayers go out on Greg's behalf - and to his family and friends. My understanding is that this is a very serious situations and I will try to keep you informed via TWITTER and this BLOG.
2010 MAC AWARD NOMINATION FORMS NOW AVAILABLE
The 2010 MAC Award (MAC: Manhattan Association of Cabarets) rules and applications are now available at www.MACNYC.com where you can download and print them. It is essential that you read all the rules carefully and that all required documentation be included with your application because incomplete submissions will be disqualified. The Eligibility Committee does not have time to track down missing information. It is your responsibility to provide all required information. Please read all rules and application forms carefully. The deadline for all eligibility applications is January 16, 2010 - so make sure you mail your applications a few days ahead of time. Applications received after that date will not be accepted.
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is not affiliated with MAC and all inquiries about the awards should be directed to them via their website.
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is not affiliated with MAC and all inquiries about the awards should be directed to them via their website.
NEW PAGES ON WEBSITE FOR HOLIDAY SHOWS & NEW YEAR'S EVE SHOWS
On Tuesday (12/01), we added two new pages to the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website (which we do annually) to list all Holiday Cabaret Shows, as well as NEW YEAR'S EVE shows for 2009. A host of events are already posted on the HOLIDAYS page and over the weekend we will be adding some items just received to the NEW YEAR'S EVE page.
We will be doing things just a little different than usual this December - we will add items to these pages as received rather than waiting to publish them in the newsletter first. So you might want to check the page occasionally for new information. Of course, if you have a HOLIDAY THEMED show or a show on NEW YEAR'S EVE (or at least so themed), please send me, via e-mail, a press release a.s.a.p. Oh, and remember, a flier is NOT a press release. A good quality jpg headshot photo attached to your release will also help draw attention to your offering. Send to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com
We will be doing things just a little different than usual this December - we will add items to these pages as received rather than waiting to publish them in the newsletter first. So you might want to check the page occasionally for new information. Of course, if you have a HOLIDAY THEMED show or a show on NEW YEAR'S EVE (or at least so themed), please send me, via e-mail, a press release a.s.a.p. Oh, and remember, a flier is NOT a press release. A good quality jpg headshot photo attached to your release will also help draw attention to your offering. Send to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com
BANNER AD SALE FOR DECEMBER & JANUARY
BANNER AD SALE FOR DECEMBER & JANUARY
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All BANNER ads for DECEMBER 2009 and JANUARY 2010 on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE will be billed with an additional 10% discount if banner is paid for using PayPal using a credit/debit card (if you prefer not to, or are unable to use PayPal, please write for alternate payment methods). This offer does NOT apply to sidebar ads. Banner must start its run after November 29th, 2009 and end its run before February 14th, 2010. For 2009-2010 members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE this is in addition to SILVER member rebates and GOLD/SPECIAL member discounts. All banners must be paid in advance of start of run. Just click on the button marked ADVERTISING INFO at the top of every page on the website for information on sizes & types of banners available. Remember, there is a 2-week minimum on all advertising. Space is limited, so place your order as soon as possible.
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All BANNER ads for DECEMBER 2009 and JANUARY 2010 on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE will be billed with an additional 10% discount if banner is paid for using PayPal using a credit/debit card (if you prefer not to, or are unable to use PayPal, please write for alternate payment methods). This offer does NOT apply to sidebar ads. Banner must start its run after November 29th, 2009 and end its run before February 14th, 2010. For 2009-2010 members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE this is in addition to SILVER member rebates and GOLD/SPECIAL member discounts. All banners must be paid in advance of start of run. Just click on the button marked ADVERTISING INFO at the top of every page on the website for information on sizes & types of banners available. Remember, there is a 2-week minimum on all advertising. Space is limited, so place your order as soon as possible.
Friday, December 4, 2009
13 GREAT SHOWS GIVING $75 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH DEC 13
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13 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH DEC 13
$75 WORTH OF MEMBER DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
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FRIDAY - DECEMBER 4th
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NYC: JOSHUA WARR IN NYC DEBUT: SING NO EVIL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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In his NYC Nightclub Debut, Joshua Warr tackles the "Subject of Sin" head-on with grace, passion and humor, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are scheduled for Friday, December 4th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the greats like Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen, Barbra Streisand, Peter Allen and Jessica Rabbit - Joshua dives into a delectable assortment of poetry, dance and (of course) music to spread a little decadent fun around the Nine Circles of Hell - all the while maintaining that he's "not Evil - just drawn to the material." Musical director is Tracy Stark. Miles Phillips directs. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SATURDAY - DECEMBER 5th
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NYC: TAYLOR MADE: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Maureen Taylor brings back her acclaimed new show TAYLOR MADE: BOB MERRILL to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for one more performance on Saturday, December 5th at 5:00 pm. TAYLOR MADE celebrates the "extraordinary" Bob Merrill who wrote songs from "How Much Is That Doggie In the Window" to "People". Bob Merrill's vast amount of work spans the simple to the sublime, with numerous chart hits, novelty songs, a Tony Award, and Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. The show is directed by MAC Award winner Peter Napolitano, with musical direction by Matt Castle, and accompanied by Joe Brent on guitar and mandolin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: EILEEN FULTON AND THE CHRISTMAS SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Eileen Fulton's "The Christmas Show" will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) on Saturday, December 5th at 3:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 8:30 pm. She will be joined by Music Director/Piano Bob Goldstone; Bass - Tom Hubbard; Drums - Steve Bartosik. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - DECEMBER 6th
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NYC: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN BRINGS "SPECIAL KAYE" TO NYC
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Gretchen Reinhagen brings "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard", home to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, December 6th at 4:00 pm and Thursday, December 10th at 7:30 pm. The New York run follows the successful opening night premiere at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs, California on November 13th. Ms. Ballard, a long time resident of neighboring desert community Rancho Mirage, gave her consent to Gretchen for this project and was in attendance. "Special Kaye" is directed by Barry Kleinbort, who has also written special material and directed cabaret performances for Ms. Ballard including "Kaye Ballard...Working 42nd Street at Last" at the Kaufman Theater in New York. Musical Director for the show is David Gaines. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JOAN JAFFE SINGS FUNNY AT MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Singer/actor/comic Joan Jaffe brings her show "JOAN JAFFE SINGS FUNNY...." to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for three more performances - Sunday, December 6th at 6:00 pm; Sunday, January 10th, 2010 at 7:00 pm; and Thursday, January 14th, 2010 at 7:30 pm. Along with some surprises, "Joan Jaffe Sings Funny" will focus on mostly real fun songs and banter with three outstanding comic songs written by award winning songwriter Francesca Blumenthal, plus songs by Alan Arkin and Murray Grand - and some sassy rarities that only Joan could pull off. Musical director is Jerry Scott and the show is dedicated to Joan's late husband Hal Blankenship. Joan has appeared on Broadway, Off-Broadway and is a veteran of tours, cabaret, films and commercials. She was producer and host of her stand-up comedy show, Joan Jaffe's Comedy on Sunday for over three years and she and Hal Blankenship had their own cabaret act, The Joan & Hal Show and have appeared at the prestigious Friars Club four times in addition to clubs around New York. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: CYNTHIA CRANE WITH "JOHN DENVER, BERNIE MADOFF & ME"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Cynthia Crane celebrates the one year anniversary (December 11th) of the surrender of the guy who put the Bull in Bull Market, the P in Ponzi: Bernard L. Madoff on her new show JOHN DENVER, BERNIE MADOFF & ME at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) in December. With musical director Mark Janas, Cynthia once again turns to music and comedy speak her mind - and to make the whole world fun again. Performances are scheduled for Sunday, December 6th at 3:30 pm; Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm; and Wednesday, December 9th at 7:30 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: TRIPLE AWARD-WINNING SHOW RETURNS TO METROPOLITAN ROOM
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Daryl Glenn and his co-star Jo Lynn Burks return to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Sunday, December 6th with their popular, critically acclaimed, BISTRO and NIGHTLIFE and MAC award-winning tribute to Robert Altman's classic 1975 film, "NASHVILLE" the very first Sunday of each and every month. All shows are at 7:00 pm. Backed by a 6-piece all-star country band and featuring backup by Tanya Holt and Brad Wills, the country-western style show will include every song from the beloved soundtrack album, lovingly recreated, including Keith Carradine's Academy Award winning "I'm Easy". Musical direction & arrangements are by Ms. Burks. Vince DeGeorge directs. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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MONDAY - DECEMBER 7th
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NYC: JIM SPEAKE SINGS THE SONGS OF HIS GENERATION
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Alabama native Jim Speake brings his new show My Generation back to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) for two more performances: on Mondays, December 7th & 14th at 7:30 pm. He is joined by special guests Wendy A. Russell and Lennie Watts. The show includes songs recorded by James Taylor, Stevie Wonder, Jim Croce, Kenny Loggins, Carly Simon, Neil Sedaka, Billy Joel, the 5th Dimension, Chicago, the Beatles and more. His director is Lennie Watts and the musical director is Steven Ray Watkins with the My Generation Band. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TUESDAY - DECEMBER 8th
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NYC: SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOW RETURNS!
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Edd Clark and Sue Matsuki kick off the holiday season by bringing a new version of their annual sell-out Sue & Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm. She's jazzy and he's legit; she's a multi-MAC Award winner and he's a Bistro Award winner; together they're returning with their annual show to ring in the holiday season. Music director, Paul Stephan has created arrangements for these award winning singers that make Sue and Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show a celebration of the wonderful music of the Christmas and a perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. The show features new takes on such familiar holiday carols as "Carol of the Bells"; new holiday classics such as "Christmas in New York" by Francesca Blumenthal, "Warm as Winter" by Nick Levin, the grand prize winner at the International Original Christmas Song Contest, "Christmas to Remember" by Warren Boutros, Jay Weisman, & Doug Black; and a new song "Angels on High" written specially for the show by Sue and Paul. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE..
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THURSDAY - DECEMBER 10th
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings back his show "Hysterical Blondness" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with shows scheduled for Thursday, December 10th & Wednesday, December 16th at 9:45 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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FRIDAY - DECEMBER 11th
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NYC: HEALTH CARE UNDER THE KNIFE IN "DAMAGED CARE"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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"Damaged Care" The Comedy Musical About Health Care in America will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Friday, December 11th at 7:00 pm; and Saturday, December 12th at 3:30 pm. Written and performed by Dr. Greg LaGana & Dr. Barry Levy, the show is directed by Michael Schiralli with musical direction by Brad Ross. Damaged Care has been performed Off-Off Broadway and at many other venues across the country for the past 14 years. The show highlights issues of great concern to patients and health professionals, including erosion of the doctor-patient relationship, depersonalization of services, the inadequate emphasis on prevention, and the success of "superbugs." A Discussion about health care in the United States will follow the performance. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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SUNDAY - DECEMBER 13th
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NYC: WINTER SINGS VAN HEUSEN IN DECEMBER
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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2009 Bistro Award winner Susan Winter returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with her all new show, Susan Sings Van Heusen with four performances in December: Sundays, December 13th & 20th and Tuesdays, December 15th & 22nd, all shows at 7:00 pm. Jimmy Van Heusen was one of the most accomplished songwriters in history, winning four "Oscars" and one Emmy award among his many credits. But the favorite composer of Frank and Bing was not just about ring-a-ding-ding! Susan puts her own special stamp on a wide array of material that Van Heusen has written for stage and screen, television and recordings. She'll be joined on stage by the incomparable Tedd Firth at the piano, Tom Hubbard on bass and Tony Jefferson on drums. Multi-award-winning Lina Koutrakos is the director. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: 'BOUT THIS TIME EACH YEAR IN FINAL PERFORMANCES
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Scott Coulter, Steven Ray Watkins, and Lennie Watts spread the cheer with "'Bout This Time Each Year" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Sunday, December 13th at 5:30 pm and Tuesday, December 15th at 7:00 pm. These will be the final two performances of their semi-annual Christmas extravaganza, before they put the show to bed for good. The boys will be joined by special guest Karen Mack to celebrate the Holiday season and sing some traditional,and some not so traditional favorites, plus a new holiday favorite written by Karen Benedetto. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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For all shows offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE just click on the button marked DISCOUNTS at the top of every page in the website
13 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH DEC 13
$75 WORTH OF MEMBER DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
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FRIDAY - DECEMBER 4th
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NYC: JOSHUA WARR IN NYC DEBUT: SING NO EVIL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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In his NYC Nightclub Debut, Joshua Warr tackles the "Subject of Sin" head-on with grace, passion and humor, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are scheduled for Friday, December 4th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the greats like Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen, Barbra Streisand, Peter Allen and Jessica Rabbit - Joshua dives into a delectable assortment of poetry, dance and (of course) music to spread a little decadent fun around the Nine Circles of Hell - all the while maintaining that he's "not Evil - just drawn to the material." Musical director is Tracy Stark. Miles Phillips directs. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SATURDAY - DECEMBER 5th
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NYC: TAYLOR MADE: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Maureen Taylor brings back her acclaimed new show TAYLOR MADE: BOB MERRILL to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for one more performance on Saturday, December 5th at 5:00 pm. TAYLOR MADE celebrates the "extraordinary" Bob Merrill who wrote songs from "How Much Is That Doggie In the Window" to "People". Bob Merrill's vast amount of work spans the simple to the sublime, with numerous chart hits, novelty songs, a Tony Award, and Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. The show is directed by MAC Award winner Peter Napolitano, with musical direction by Matt Castle, and accompanied by Joe Brent on guitar and mandolin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: EILEEN FULTON AND THE CHRISTMAS SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Eileen Fulton's "The Christmas Show" will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) on Saturday, December 5th at 3:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 8:30 pm. She will be joined by Music Director/Piano Bob Goldstone; Bass - Tom Hubbard; Drums - Steve Bartosik. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - DECEMBER 6th
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NYC: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN BRINGS "SPECIAL KAYE" TO NYC
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Gretchen Reinhagen brings "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard", home to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, December 6th at 4:00 pm and Thursday, December 10th at 7:30 pm. The New York run follows the successful opening night premiere at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs, California on November 13th. Ms. Ballard, a long time resident of neighboring desert community Rancho Mirage, gave her consent to Gretchen for this project and was in attendance. "Special Kaye" is directed by Barry Kleinbort, who has also written special material and directed cabaret performances for Ms. Ballard including "Kaye Ballard...Working 42nd Street at Last" at the Kaufman Theater in New York. Musical Director for the show is David Gaines. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JOAN JAFFE SINGS FUNNY AT MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Singer/actor/comic Joan Jaffe brings her show "JOAN JAFFE SINGS FUNNY...." to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for three more performances - Sunday, December 6th at 6:00 pm; Sunday, January 10th, 2010 at 7:00 pm; and Thursday, January 14th, 2010 at 7:30 pm. Along with some surprises, "Joan Jaffe Sings Funny" will focus on mostly real fun songs and banter with three outstanding comic songs written by award winning songwriter Francesca Blumenthal, plus songs by Alan Arkin and Murray Grand - and some sassy rarities that only Joan could pull off. Musical director is Jerry Scott and the show is dedicated to Joan's late husband Hal Blankenship. Joan has appeared on Broadway, Off-Broadway and is a veteran of tours, cabaret, films and commercials. She was producer and host of her stand-up comedy show, Joan Jaffe's Comedy on Sunday for over three years and she and Hal Blankenship had their own cabaret act, The Joan & Hal Show and have appeared at the prestigious Friars Club four times in addition to clubs around New York. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: CYNTHIA CRANE WITH "JOHN DENVER, BERNIE MADOFF & ME"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Cynthia Crane celebrates the one year anniversary (December 11th) of the surrender of the guy who put the Bull in Bull Market, the P in Ponzi: Bernard L. Madoff on her new show JOHN DENVER, BERNIE MADOFF & ME at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) in December. With musical director Mark Janas, Cynthia once again turns to music and comedy speak her mind - and to make the whole world fun again. Performances are scheduled for Sunday, December 6th at 3:30 pm; Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm; and Wednesday, December 9th at 7:30 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: TRIPLE AWARD-WINNING SHOW RETURNS TO METROPOLITAN ROOM
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Daryl Glenn and his co-star Jo Lynn Burks return to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Sunday, December 6th with their popular, critically acclaimed, BISTRO and NIGHTLIFE and MAC award-winning tribute to Robert Altman's classic 1975 film, "NASHVILLE" the very first Sunday of each and every month. All shows are at 7:00 pm. Backed by a 6-piece all-star country band and featuring backup by Tanya Holt and Brad Wills, the country-western style show will include every song from the beloved soundtrack album, lovingly recreated, including Keith Carradine's Academy Award winning "I'm Easy". Musical direction & arrangements are by Ms. Burks. Vince DeGeorge directs. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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MONDAY - DECEMBER 7th
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NYC: JIM SPEAKE SINGS THE SONGS OF HIS GENERATION
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Alabama native Jim Speake brings his new show My Generation back to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) for two more performances: on Mondays, December 7th & 14th at 7:30 pm. He is joined by special guests Wendy A. Russell and Lennie Watts. The show includes songs recorded by James Taylor, Stevie Wonder, Jim Croce, Kenny Loggins, Carly Simon, Neil Sedaka, Billy Joel, the 5th Dimension, Chicago, the Beatles and more. His director is Lennie Watts and the musical director is Steven Ray Watkins with the My Generation Band. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TUESDAY - DECEMBER 8th
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NYC: SUE & EDD'S FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOW RETURNS!
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING ***** APPEARED IN CDs FOR HOLIDAYS SHOW
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Edd Clark and Sue Matsuki kick off the holiday season by bringing a new version of their annual sell-out Sue & Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 pm. She's jazzy and he's legit; she's a multi-MAC Award winner and he's a Bistro Award winner; together they're returning with their annual show to ring in the holiday season. Music director, Paul Stephan has created arrangements for these award winning singers that make Sue and Edd's FABULOUS Christmas Show a celebration of the wonderful music of the Christmas and a perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. The show features new takes on such familiar holiday carols as "Carol of the Bells"; new holiday classics such as "Christmas in New York" by Francesca Blumenthal, "Warm as Winter" by Nick Levin, the grand prize winner at the International Original Christmas Song Contest, "Christmas to Remember" by Warren Boutros, Jay Weisman, & Doug Black; and a new song "Angels on High" written specially for the show by Sue and Paul. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE..
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THURSDAY - DECEMBER 10th
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings back his show "Hysterical Blondness" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with shows scheduled for Thursday, December 10th & Wednesday, December 16th at 9:45 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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FRIDAY - DECEMBER 11th
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NYC: HEALTH CARE UNDER THE KNIFE IN "DAMAGED CARE"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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"Damaged Care" The Comedy Musical About Health Care in America will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Friday, December 11th at 7:00 pm; and Saturday, December 12th at 3:30 pm. Written and performed by Dr. Greg LaGana & Dr. Barry Levy, the show is directed by Michael Schiralli with musical direction by Brad Ross. Damaged Care has been performed Off-Off Broadway and at many other venues across the country for the past 14 years. The show highlights issues of great concern to patients and health professionals, including erosion of the doctor-patient relationship, depersonalization of services, the inadequate emphasis on prevention, and the success of "superbugs." A Discussion about health care in the United States will follow the performance. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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SUNDAY - DECEMBER 13th
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NYC: WINTER SINGS VAN HEUSEN IN DECEMBER
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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2009 Bistro Award winner Susan Winter returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with her all new show, Susan Sings Van Heusen with four performances in December: Sundays, December 13th & 20th and Tuesdays, December 15th & 22nd, all shows at 7:00 pm. Jimmy Van Heusen was one of the most accomplished songwriters in history, winning four "Oscars" and one Emmy award among his many credits. But the favorite composer of Frank and Bing was not just about ring-a-ding-ding! Susan puts her own special stamp on a wide array of material that Van Heusen has written for stage and screen, television and recordings. She'll be joined on stage by the incomparable Tedd Firth at the piano, Tom Hubbard on bass and Tony Jefferson on drums. Multi-award-winning Lina Koutrakos is the director. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: 'BOUT THIS TIME EACH YEAR IN FINAL PERFORMANCES
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
FIVE STAR RATING *****
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Scott Coulter, Steven Ray Watkins, and Lennie Watts spread the cheer with "'Bout This Time Each Year" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Sunday, December 13th at 5:30 pm and Tuesday, December 15th at 7:00 pm. These will be the final two performances of their semi-annual Christmas extravaganza, before they put the show to bed for good. The boys will be joined by special guest Karen Mack to celebrate the Holiday season and sing some traditional,and some not so traditional favorites, plus a new holiday favorite written by Karen Benedetto. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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Thursday, December 3, 2009
BABY JANE DEXTER'S "IF" PRESENTED TOP CD OF 2009 AWARD
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BABY JANE DEXTER'S "IF" PRESENTED TOP CD OF 2009 AWARD
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At the CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at DON'T TELL MAMA, the winners of the BEST CABARET CD OF 2009 were announced. Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members served as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs were judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION.
Baby Jane Dexter's CD "IF", recorded live at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, came off with the top honors. There was a 3-way tie for second place, with the honors going to John Treacy Egan for "On Christmas Morning"; Jenna Esposito for "To Connie ... Love, Jenna"; and Greg Purnhagen's "Desiderio". The winning CDs, plus all 20 entries for this year's contest, can be seen on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - and each CD cover is linked to a website where the CD may be purchased for Holiday Giving.
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY was sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE, Lucille Carr-Kaffashan and Jim Van Slyke
BABY JANE DEXTER'S "IF" PRESENTED TOP CD OF 2009 AWARD
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At the CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at DON'T TELL MAMA, the winners of the BEST CABARET CD OF 2009 were announced. Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members served as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs were judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION.
Baby Jane Dexter's CD "IF", recorded live at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, came off with the top honors. There was a 3-way tie for second place, with the honors going to John Treacy Egan for "On Christmas Morning"; Jenna Esposito for "To Connie ... Love, Jenna"; and Greg Purnhagen's "Desiderio". The winning CDs, plus all 20 entries for this year's contest, can be seen on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - and each CD cover is linked to a website where the CD may be purchased for Holiday Giving.
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY was sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE, Lucille Carr-Kaffashan and Jim Van Slyke
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
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SPECIAL NOTE: NO NEWSLETTER THURSDAY NOVEMBER 26th
There will be no issue of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE NEWSLETTER on Thursday, November 26th - a special "Thanksgiving" TRIPLE issue will be sent out instead on Friday the 27th, combining the regular issue with the MEMBERS ONLY and CABARET FOR SENIORS issues. But it won't have the "listings section" per se (it will include a listing of all shows giving discounts to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members and all the items where folks are running ads on the website). Wishing all a Happy Holiday! Note that many cabaret rooms and piano bars may be closed on this day to permit their employees to attend traditional family gatherings. Be sure to phone ahead if planning to visit any venue.
COME TO OUR HOLIDAY PARTY - BEST CDs OF 2009 ANNOUNCED
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COME TO OUR HOLIDAY PARTY - BEST CDs OF 2009 ANNOUNCED
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Top three winners of our BEST CD OF 2009 contest will be announced at our 2nd Annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers announced to date are Cynthia Crane, Joshua Warr, Booth Daniels, Kathleen France, Sue Matsuki, Edd Clark, Shirley Ritenour, Denise Whittier, Greg Purnhagen, Grace Cosgrove, John Treacy Egan, Gretchen Reinhagen - and one or two more added soon. (performers are subject to change without notice.) We will also be announcing our BEST CDs OF 2009 contest winners. Tickets for the AWARDS PRESENTATION & CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show cost $10 for 2009-2010 members, $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members and $15 for non-members. Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats. CLICK TO ORDER TICKETS
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE, Lucille Carr-Kaffashan and Jim Van Slyke.
COME TO OUR HOLIDAY PARTY - BEST CDs OF 2009 ANNOUNCED
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Top three winners of our BEST CD OF 2009 contest will be announced at our 2nd Annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers announced to date are Cynthia Crane, Joshua Warr, Booth Daniels, Kathleen France, Sue Matsuki, Edd Clark, Shirley Ritenour, Denise Whittier, Greg Purnhagen, Grace Cosgrove, John Treacy Egan, Gretchen Reinhagen - and one or two more added soon. (performers are subject to change without notice.) We will also be announcing our BEST CDs OF 2009 contest winners. Tickets for the AWARDS PRESENTATION & CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show cost $10 for 2009-2010 members, $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members and $15 for non-members. Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats. CLICK TO ORDER TICKETS
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE, Lucille Carr-Kaffashan and Jim Van Slyke.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
SAD NEWS - EARL WENTZ - 1938-2009
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SAD NEWS - EARL WENTZ - 1938-2009
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Earl Wentz, 71, of New York City and Charlotte passed away at his home in Charlotte on Sunday, November 15th, following an extended illness. He is survived by his partner of 27 years, William B. Watkins of New York. Born March 22, 1938, composer, performer, arranger, and teacher Earl Wentz began his career at the age of 12, playing the piano at Charlotte's Amity Presbyterian Church. He became that church's first organist at the age of 15. Since 1993, Earl Wentz had been the organist and choirmaster at John Street Methodist Church in New York, the oldest Methodist congregation in America.
In New York, Wentz created the American Composer Series, an ongoing performance series in the cabaret format, paying tribute to the greatest composers of popular American music on the American scene, particularly those composers associated with Tin Pan Alley and the American Songbook. From 2000 to 2009, the series presented 15 original musical revues, many returning for multiple performances over several seasons (see http://www.americomps.com/ ).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the "Amity Presbyterian Church Cemetery Fund", 2831 N. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC, 28205, or to the "The John Street Church Pipe Organ Restoration Fund". Checks should be made to "John Street Church", 44 John Street, New York, NY 10038. On the memo line "Organ Restoration Fund" or "In honor of Earl Wentz".
For a full obituary, and many more details on this incredibly talented and loving man, see http://www.earlwentz.com/
SAD NEWS - EARL WENTZ - 1938-2009
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Earl Wentz, 71, of New York City and Charlotte passed away at his home in Charlotte on Sunday, November 15th, following an extended illness. He is survived by his partner of 27 years, William B. Watkins of New York. Born March 22, 1938, composer, performer, arranger, and teacher Earl Wentz began his career at the age of 12, playing the piano at Charlotte's Amity Presbyterian Church. He became that church's first organist at the age of 15. Since 1993, Earl Wentz had been the organist and choirmaster at John Street Methodist Church in New York, the oldest Methodist congregation in America.
In New York, Wentz created the American Composer Series, an ongoing performance series in the cabaret format, paying tribute to the greatest composers of popular American music on the American scene, particularly those composers associated with Tin Pan Alley and the American Songbook. From 2000 to 2009, the series presented 15 original musical revues, many returning for multiple performances over several seasons (see http://www.americomps.com/ ).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the "Amity Presbyterian Church Cemetery Fund", 2831 N. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, NC, 28205, or to the "The John Street Church Pipe Organ Restoration Fund". Checks should be made to "John Street Church", 44 John Street, New York, NY 10038. On the memo line "Organ Restoration Fund" or "In honor of Earl Wentz".
For a full obituary, and many more details on this incredibly talented and loving man, see http://www.earlwentz.com/
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
MARK JANAS' SALON RETURNS - NEW LOCATION
Note from Mark Janas:
I'm happy to announce that Salon will return on Sunday, November 29 (the Sunday at the end of Thanksgiving weekend) at Etcetera Etcetera, 352 West 44th Street (near the corner of 9th Ave. on the South side of the street) 7PM - 10:30PM. Doors open at 6:15 with sign up beginning at 6:30.
The venue is upstairs in the Restaurant and is lovely. It has a grand piano, lights, a sound system and someone to run them, and has a wonderful Italian menu at reasonable prices. A $10 cash cover will be be collected by an "Etceterette" at the door, and there will be a $10 minimum on food or drink. The prices here are more reasonable, so I'm guessing that even with the cover, most of you will be spending the same or less than you did at the Algonquin.
The theme for the evening is "WE GATHER TOGETHER." Here's a chance to sing of things you are thankful for, and to celebrate the spirit of the Salon, or indeed, any gathering of kindred spirits. I know I have certainly missed our seeing each other, as so many of you have expressed over the past weeks. As always, the theme only a suggestion, and you may perform anything you would like.
Our wonderful co-hosts for the evening will be the ever-entertaining Jim Brochu and Steve Schalchlin, creators of the hit Off-Broadway musicals "The Last Session" and "The Big Voice: God or Merman." Jim is in town performing his award-winning original one-man show, Zero Hour, about Zero Mostel, which opens this Sunday, Nov. 22nd, at The Theatre at St. Clements on West 46th St. at 7 PM. Steve is returning to us after a wild success with his choral/orchestral work "New World Waking" which had it's World Premier at Davies Symphony Hall with the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus featuring Jennifer Holliday as soloist.
Peter Napolitano will be sending a reminder and more information next week. Please mark Nov. 29th on your calendars and join us for what promises to be a very exciting new beginning.
I'm happy to announce that Salon will return on Sunday, November 29 (the Sunday at the end of Thanksgiving weekend) at Etcetera Etcetera, 352 West 44th Street (near the corner of 9th Ave. on the South side of the street) 7PM - 10:30PM. Doors open at 6:15 with sign up beginning at 6:30.
The venue is upstairs in the Restaurant and is lovely. It has a grand piano, lights, a sound system and someone to run them, and has a wonderful Italian menu at reasonable prices. A $10 cash cover will be be collected by an "Etceterette" at the door, and there will be a $10 minimum on food or drink. The prices here are more reasonable, so I'm guessing that even with the cover, most of you will be spending the same or less than you did at the Algonquin.
The theme for the evening is "WE GATHER TOGETHER." Here's a chance to sing of things you are thankful for, and to celebrate the spirit of the Salon, or indeed, any gathering of kindred spirits. I know I have certainly missed our seeing each other, as so many of you have expressed over the past weeks. As always, the theme only a suggestion, and you may perform anything you would like.
Our wonderful co-hosts for the evening will be the ever-entertaining Jim Brochu and Steve Schalchlin, creators of the hit Off-Broadway musicals "The Last Session" and "The Big Voice: God or Merman." Jim is in town performing his award-winning original one-man show, Zero Hour, about Zero Mostel, which opens this Sunday, Nov. 22nd, at The Theatre at St. Clements on West 46th St. at 7 PM. Steve is returning to us after a wild success with his choral/orchestral work "New World Waking" which had it's World Premier at Davies Symphony Hall with the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus featuring Jennifer Holliday as soloist.
Peter Napolitano will be sending a reminder and more information next week. Please mark Nov. 29th on your calendars and join us for what promises to be a very exciting new beginning.
FLA: JIM VAN SLYKE BRINGS THE SEDAKA SHOW TO NAPLES, FLA
Jim Van Slyke and his acclaimed "The Sedaka Show" will be at the GULF SHORE PLAYHOUSE at THE NORRIS CENTER (755 8th Avenue South, Naples FL - 239-213-3049) on Wednesday & Thursday, November 18th & 19th at 8:00 pm. Directed and conceived by Tony nominated Singer/Actor Brian Lane Green, Jim lends his beautiful voice and charm to the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka. With music arrangements by Award winning Music Director Tim Di Pasqua This tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems and a few surprises. Call for cover/minimum information.
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FOR MORE CABARET NEWS SEE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
BABY JANE DEXTER'S NEW SHOW OPENS TONIGHT AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Baby Jane Dexter brings her eagerly awaited new show, "All About Love" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for 11 performances, opening on Wednesday, November 18th at 7:30 pm. Additional shows are on Fridays & Saturdays through December 19th, also at 7:30 pm. Tackling the quixotic aspects of love, from woulda, coulda, shoulda and a few mountains in between, Baby Jane Dexter's brand new show dives full force into that which is real - and that which is fantasy. She leaves no stone unturned as she delves into matters of the heart. In doing so, she will sing from the catalogues of a potpourri of great songwriters including, Duke Ellington, Carole King, Stephen Sondheim, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. She is accompanied by her longtime arranger/musical director Ross Patterson. Elissa Patterson serves as consultant/director. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
FOR MORE CABARET NEWS GO TO CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
FOR MORE CABARET NEWS GO TO CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Monday, November 16, 2009
NEW COVER/MINIMUM POLICY AT FEINSTEIN'S NYC
FEINSTEIN'S has announced a new price structure. All headliner shows for the spring season will have a select amount of seats - based on availability - with a $40 cover charge and no food/beverage minimum. In addition, for the first three months of the season, all 10:30 pm late shows will have $40 cover charge. Tony and Emmy Award winner Tyne Daly will return to the club to open the official season from January 19th to 30th with her new show "The Second Time Around." Following the triumphant run last year of her show "Broadway By Request," Tony Award winner Betty Buckley will return to the club with a new program of Broadway songs she's always wanted to sing from February 2nd to 27th. She will be joined by longtime Music Director Kenny Werner and John McDaniel will serve as Music Consultant. Acclaimed singer Marilyn Maye will make her Feinstein's debut with a new show created exclusively for the club from March 2nd to 13th.
JOHN TREACY EGAN & GRETCHEN REINHAGEN ADDED TO CD SHOW
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JOHN TREACY EGAN & GRETCHEN REINHAGEN ADDED TO CD SHOW
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Top three winners of our BEST CD OF 2009 contest will be announced at our 2nd Annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers announced to date are:
CYNTHIA CRANE* - JOSHUA WARR - BOOTH DANIELS - KATHLEEN FRANCE - SUE MATSUKI - EDD CLARK - SHIRLEY RITENAUR* - DENISE WHITTIER - GREG PURNHAGEN* - GRACE COSGROVE* - JOHN TREACY EGAN* - GRETCHEN REINHAGEN - and more added soon. (* have CDs entered)
(As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)
Tickets for the AWARDS PRESENTATION & CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show cost $10 for 2009-2010 members, $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members and $15 for non-members. Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats - no reservations takend after November 27th.
To order tickets go to http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/thankyou1tkt2.shtml
17 cabaret CDs have been entered in our annual 2009 CD OF THE YEAR contest. You can see all the CDs entered on the website at http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CDContest2009.shtml
Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members are serving as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs will be judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION.
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE and Jim Van Slyke
JOHN TREACY EGAN & GRETCHEN REINHAGEN ADDED TO CD SHOW
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Top three winners of our BEST CD OF 2009 contest will be announced at our 2nd Annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers announced to date are:
CYNTHIA CRANE* - JOSHUA WARR - BOOTH DANIELS - KATHLEEN FRANCE - SUE MATSUKI - EDD CLARK - SHIRLEY RITENAUR* - DENISE WHITTIER - GREG PURNHAGEN* - GRACE COSGROVE* - JOHN TREACY EGAN* - GRETCHEN REINHAGEN - and more added soon. (* have CDs entered)
(As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)
Tickets for the AWARDS PRESENTATION & CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show cost $10 for 2009-2010 members, $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members and $15 for non-members. Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats - no reservations takend after November 27th.
To order tickets go to http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/thankyou1tkt2.shtml
17 cabaret CDs have been entered in our annual 2009 CD OF THE YEAR contest. You can see all the CDs entered on the website at http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CDContest2009.shtml
Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members are serving as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs will be judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION.
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE and Jim Van Slyke
Saturday, November 14, 2009
NYC: JAMES FRADRICH MEMORIAL CONCERT SUNDAY NOVEMBER 15th
NYC: JAMES FRADRICH MEMORIAL CONCERT NOVEMBER 15th
Singer/producer Kevin McMullan is presenting a very special event on Sunday, November 15th at 3:00 pm at ST. MALACHY'S CHURCH ACTORS' CHAPEL (239 West 49th Street, NYC) celebrating the life, music and shows of award-winning composer, concert pianist and orchestrator James Fradrich, Kevin's companion of 27 years, who passed away in August. The concert will include songs composed by Jim, rarely or never before performed, from "North Atlantic", "The Duchess of Fifth Avenue" and an untitled musical about a certain girl detective. Also included are a few of his quirky art songs and two original compositions for piano, cello and flute as well as a few old chestnuts. Admission is free. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING PERFORMERS
Singer/producer Kevin McMullan is presenting a very special event on Sunday, November 15th at 3:00 pm at ST. MALACHY'S CHURCH ACTORS' CHAPEL (239 West 49th Street, NYC) celebrating the life, music and shows of award-winning composer, concert pianist and orchestrator James Fradrich, Kevin's companion of 27 years, who passed away in August. The concert will include songs composed by Jim, rarely or never before performed, from "North Atlantic", "The Duchess of Fifth Avenue" and an untitled musical about a certain girl detective. Also included are a few of his quirky art songs and two original compositions for piano, cello and flute as well as a few old chestnuts. Admission is free. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION INCLUDING PERFORMERS
CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY TICKETS ON SALE NOW
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CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY TICKETS ON SALE NOW
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17 cabaret CDs have been entered in our annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS contest, where we will choose THE 2009 CD OF THE YEAR. You can see all the CDs entered on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members will serve as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs will be judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION.
Top three winners will be announced at our 2nd Annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers announced to date are:
CYNTHIA CRANE* - JOSHUA WARR - BOOTH DANIELS - KATHLEEN FRANCE - SUE MATSUKI - EDD CLARK - SHIRLEY RITENAUR* - DENISE WHITTIER - GREG PURNHAGEN* - GRACE COSGROVE* - more added soon. (* have CDs entered)
(As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)
Tickets for the AWARDS PRESENTATION & CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show cost $10 for 2009-2010 members, $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members and $15 for non-members. Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats - no reservations takend after November 27th.
To order tickets go to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE and Jim Van Slyke
CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY TICKETS ON SALE NOW
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17 cabaret CDs have been entered in our annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS contest, where we will choose THE 2009 CD OF THE YEAR. You can see all the CDs entered on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members will serve as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs will be judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION.
Top three winners will be announced at our 2nd Annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers announced to date are:
CYNTHIA CRANE* - JOSHUA WARR - BOOTH DANIELS - KATHLEEN FRANCE - SUE MATSUKI - EDD CLARK - SHIRLEY RITENAUR* - DENISE WHITTIER - GREG PURNHAGEN* - GRACE COSGROVE* - more added soon. (* have CDs entered)
(As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)
Tickets for the AWARDS PRESENTATION & CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show cost $10 for 2009-2010 members, $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members and $15 for non-members. Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats - no reservations takend after November 27th.
To order tickets go to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE
The 2009 CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY is sponsored in part by SCHUIL COFFEE - OUR SHOPPE and Jim Van Slyke
9 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOV 21
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9 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOV 21
$50 WORTH OF MEMBER DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
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NYC: JAY MICHAEL REEDS HITS THE ROAD IN "ROAD TRIP"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Jay Michael Reeds gets down and dirty at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) in this ode to the Road Trip. Final performances is Friday, November 13th at 7:30 pm. The music, which gets little bit country, a little bit rock (throw in a smattering of jazz swing) is the perfect recipe for a rollicking good time. Wells Hanley on piano, Ritt Henn on Bass, Matt Kane on Drums and Tony Romano on Guitar. Jay Rogers directs. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: NICOLE KAFKA WITH "VAMPS, VIXENS & VILLAINS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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"When I'm good I'm very good, but when I'm bad I'm better!" Mae West said it, and now cabaret chanteuse Nicole Kafka lives it in her new solo outing, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for 5 performances. Shows are scheduled for Friday, November 13th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, November 15th at 6:00 pm. Proving once again that naughty can almost always be nice, Nicole's set includes a cornucopia of bad girl repertoire, from "I Want to Be Bad" to "Cruella De Vil" and the original vamping lady, "Louisville Lou." Spanning decades of musical theater and popular song, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" celebrates the best that a gal gone wrong has to offer. Musical director is David Shenton and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JOSHUA WARR IN NYC DEBUT: SING NO EVIL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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In his NYC Nightclub Debut, Joshua Warr tackles the "Subject of Sin" head-on with grace, passion and humor, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are scheduled for Saturday, November 14th at 5:00 pm; Friday, December 4th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the greats like Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen, Barbra Streisand, Peter Allen and Jessica Rabbit - Joshua dives into a delectable assortment of poetry, dance and (of course) music to spread a little decadent fun around the Nine Circles of Hell - all the while maintaining that he's "not Evil - just drawn to the material." Musical director is Tracy Stark. Miles Phillips directs. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JACKIE FORNATALE CELEBRATES 50 YEARS WITH MOTOWN
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Jackie Fornatale will be celebrating 50 years with Motown in November at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) with performances on Sundays, November 15th & 22nd at 2:30 pm. The show features Gerry Dieffenbach as Musical Director, with Liz Lark Brown on Vocals, Mike Fornatale on Guitar and Vocals, Matt Lindsey on Bass and Eddy Zweiback on Drums. Lennie Watts directs. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
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Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings his show "Hysterical Blondness" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with one more show scheduled for Sunday, November 15th at 9:30 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: SHANA FARR HAS "PURE IMAGINATION"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Shana Farr brings her acclaimed debut cabaret show, Pure Imagination, back to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, November 15th at 5:00 pm. Shana Farr is known for her classically trained, operetta voice and has been seen on several New York stages, including the New York City Center. In "Pure Imagination" she sets aside the classical music and brings her rich, expressive voice to songs from all different genres and songwriters, including Kurt Weill, Harold Arlen, Tim Di Pasqua, Francesca Blumenthal, Jeanine Tesori, Cyndi Lauper, Carly Simon and more. The show is directed by Lennie Watts, with musical direction by Steven Ray Watkins. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: CAROL SHEDLIN IS "FEELIN' GROOVY" AT MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Carol Shedlin brings her new show, "Felin' Groovy" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) for more performances in November. She is joined by her musical director Jon Delfin at the piano and David Dunaway on bass. Aaron Morishita directs. Celebrating more than 15 years of impeccable musical taste, Carol takes us on her personal journey of musical and personal "grooviosity" spanning five decades from bobby soxer to bopper. In an evening rich with personal anecdotes, Carol moves from suburban life to Manhattan urbanity, sharing songs that helped shape her viewpoint, including boogie, blues, Bernstein, The Beatles and beyond. Final performance is on Monday, November 16th at 7:00 pm. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: WANDER STREETS OF BERLIN WITH ADRIENNE CATHRINE HAAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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The German Cabaret Artist Adrienne Cathrine Haan, a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NY, as well as the Cologne School of Music in Germany, is proud to present her musical-historical chanson evening "Streets of Berlin" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Thursday, November 19th at 9:30 pm. Ms. Hana will take you into the bizarre and decadent world of the Weimar Republic, where you will learn about the women's movement and the liberalization of the gays in 1920s Germany; listen to the melancholy of Klezmer as well as the passionate melodies of French chansonniers Jacques Brel and Edith Piaf, sung in German, English, French and Yiddish. Musical Direction is by Benjamin Schaefer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: CINDY MARCHIONDA: RETURNS - LIVE AT THE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 ) presents Jeff Award winner Cindy Marchionda in her acclaimed show "Cindy Marchionda: Live at the Beechman" on Saturday, November 21st at 8:00 pm. Cindy's musical director, Ray Fellman, will be at the piano and Andy Gale directs. She is joined by Brandon Cutrell of "The After Party" and Michael Sheridan on backup and Joey Pier on lights and sound. The show explores the last two years of Cindy's life, going from the very funny experience of entering another career to expense some very high dental bills to a very sobering reality when her father is diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The show includes songs by Jamie Cullum, Leiber and Stoller, Jackson Brown, The Indigo Girls, Johnny Mercer, Randy Newman and The Beatles. There is a $15 cover charge and a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
For all shows offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE just click on the button marked DISCOUNTS at the top of every page in the website http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/
9 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOV 21
$50 WORTH OF MEMBER DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
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NYC: JAY MICHAEL REEDS HITS THE ROAD IN "ROAD TRIP"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Jay Michael Reeds gets down and dirty at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) in this ode to the Road Trip. Final performances is Friday, November 13th at 7:30 pm. The music, which gets little bit country, a little bit rock (throw in a smattering of jazz swing) is the perfect recipe for a rollicking good time. Wells Hanley on piano, Ritt Henn on Bass, Matt Kane on Drums and Tony Romano on Guitar. Jay Rogers directs. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: NICOLE KAFKA WITH "VAMPS, VIXENS & VILLAINS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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"When I'm good I'm very good, but when I'm bad I'm better!" Mae West said it, and now cabaret chanteuse Nicole Kafka lives it in her new solo outing, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for 5 performances. Shows are scheduled for Friday, November 13th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, November 15th at 6:00 pm. Proving once again that naughty can almost always be nice, Nicole's set includes a cornucopia of bad girl repertoire, from "I Want to Be Bad" to "Cruella De Vil" and the original vamping lady, "Louisville Lou." Spanning decades of musical theater and popular song, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" celebrates the best that a gal gone wrong has to offer. Musical director is David Shenton and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JOSHUA WARR IN NYC DEBUT: SING NO EVIL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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In his NYC Nightclub Debut, Joshua Warr tackles the "Subject of Sin" head-on with grace, passion and humor, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are scheduled for Saturday, November 14th at 5:00 pm; Friday, December 4th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the greats like Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen, Barbra Streisand, Peter Allen and Jessica Rabbit - Joshua dives into a delectable assortment of poetry, dance and (of course) music to spread a little decadent fun around the Nine Circles of Hell - all the while maintaining that he's "not Evil - just drawn to the material." Musical director is Tracy Stark. Miles Phillips directs. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JACKIE FORNATALE CELEBRATES 50 YEARS WITH MOTOWN
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Jackie Fornatale will be celebrating 50 years with Motown in November at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) with performances on Sundays, November 15th & 22nd at 2:30 pm. The show features Gerry Dieffenbach as Musical Director, with Liz Lark Brown on Vocals, Mike Fornatale on Guitar and Vocals, Matt Lindsey on Bass and Eddy Zweiback on Drums. Lennie Watts directs. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
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Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings his show "Hysterical Blondness" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with one more show scheduled for Sunday, November 15th at 9:30 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: SHANA FARR HAS "PURE IMAGINATION"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Shana Farr brings her acclaimed debut cabaret show, Pure Imagination, back to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, November 15th at 5:00 pm. Shana Farr is known for her classically trained, operetta voice and has been seen on several New York stages, including the New York City Center. In "Pure Imagination" she sets aside the classical music and brings her rich, expressive voice to songs from all different genres and songwriters, including Kurt Weill, Harold Arlen, Tim Di Pasqua, Francesca Blumenthal, Jeanine Tesori, Cyndi Lauper, Carly Simon and more. The show is directed by Lennie Watts, with musical direction by Steven Ray Watkins. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: CAROL SHEDLIN IS "FEELIN' GROOVY" AT MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Carol Shedlin brings her new show, "Felin' Groovy" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) for more performances in November. She is joined by her musical director Jon Delfin at the piano and David Dunaway on bass. Aaron Morishita directs. Celebrating more than 15 years of impeccable musical taste, Carol takes us on her personal journey of musical and personal "grooviosity" spanning five decades from bobby soxer to bopper. In an evening rich with personal anecdotes, Carol moves from suburban life to Manhattan urbanity, sharing songs that helped shape her viewpoint, including boogie, blues, Bernstein, The Beatles and beyond. Final performance is on Monday, November 16th at 7:00 pm. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: WANDER STREETS OF BERLIN WITH ADRIENNE CATHRINE HAAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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The German Cabaret Artist Adrienne Cathrine Haan, a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NY, as well as the Cologne School of Music in Germany, is proud to present her musical-historical chanson evening "Streets of Berlin" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Thursday, November 19th at 9:30 pm. Ms. Hana will take you into the bizarre and decadent world of the Weimar Republic, where you will learn about the women's movement and the liberalization of the gays in 1920s Germany; listen to the melancholy of Klezmer as well as the passionate melodies of French chansonniers Jacques Brel and Edith Piaf, sung in German, English, French and Yiddish. Musical Direction is by Benjamin Schaefer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: CINDY MARCHIONDA: RETURNS - LIVE AT THE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 ) presents Jeff Award winner Cindy Marchionda in her acclaimed show "Cindy Marchionda: Live at the Beechman" on Saturday, November 21st at 8:00 pm. Cindy's musical director, Ray Fellman, will be at the piano and Andy Gale directs. She is joined by Brandon Cutrell of "The After Party" and Michael Sheridan on backup and Joey Pier on lights and sound. The show explores the last two years of Cindy's life, going from the very funny experience of entering another career to expense some very high dental bills to a very sobering reality when her father is diagnosed with Alzheimer's. The show includes songs by Jamie Cullum, Leiber and Stoller, Jackson Brown, The Indigo Girls, Johnny Mercer, Randy Newman and The Beatles. There is a $15 cover charge and a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
For all shows offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE just click on the button marked DISCOUNTS at the top of every page in the website http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/
Friday, November 6, 2009
12 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOV 12
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12 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOV 12
$75 WORTH OF MEMBER DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
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NYC: CAROL SHEDLIN IS "FEELIN' GROOVY" AT MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Carol Shedlin brings her new show, "Felin' Groovy" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for more performances in November. She is joined by her musical director Jon Delfin at the piano and David Dunaway on bass. Aaron Morishita directs. Celebrating more than 15 years of impeccable musical taste, Carol takes us on her personal journey of musical and personal "grooviosity" spanning five decades from bobby soxer to bopper. In an evening rich with personal anecdotes, Carol moves from suburban life to Manhattan urbanity, sharing songs that helped shape her viewpoint, including boogie, blues, Bernstein, The Beatles and beyond. Performances are scheduled for Saturday, November 7th; Monday, November 9th; and Monday, November 16th. All shows are at 7:00 pm. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: TAYLOR MADE: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Maureen Taylor brings her new show TAYLOR MADE: BOB MERRILL to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with performances scheduled for Sunday, November 8th at 4:00 pm and Monday, November 9th at 7:00 pm. TAYLOR MADE celebrates the "extraordinary" Bob Merrill who wrote songs from "How Much Is That Doggie In the Window" to "People". Bob Merrill's vast amount of work spans the simple to the sublime, with numerous chart hits, novelty songs, a Tony Award, and Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. The show is directed by MAC Award winner Peter Napolitano, with musical direction by Matt Castle, and accompanied by Joe Brent on guitar and mandolin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: LUCILLE CARR-KAFFASHAN FINDING HOME DON'T TELL MAMA
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
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Lucille Carr-Kaffashan returns this fall to her cabaret home, NYC's legendary DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Along with musical director and accompanist, David Brunetti, Lucille will present three performances of her celebrated cabaret show, Finding Home. Final performance is on Sunday, November 8th at 5:00 pm. Finding Home, directed by Lina Koutrakos, brings the listener on a nostalgic journey that explores our various concepts of "home". The program reflects Lucille's diverse musical interests, featuring selections from musical theater giants such as Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, and Cole Porter, alongside those of contemporary singer-songwriters such as Randy Newman, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, Neil Sedaka, and Annie Dinerman. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
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Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings his show "Hysterical Blondness" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with shows scheduled for Sunday, November 8th at 7:00 pm; Thursday, November 12th at 9:45 pm; and Sunday, November 15th at 9:30 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: SUE MATSUKI ENCORES HIT SHOW AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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7 time MAC Award Nominee (in 6 different categories); 3 time MAC award winner; the 1st Julie Wilson Award recipient and the 2009 recipient of the Cabaret Hotline Online's Jeff Matson Award, Sue Matsuki returns with one more encore performance of her first new show in 2 years to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Monday, November 9th at 7:00 pm. Featured in the show are Sue's Musical Director of over 13 years, Gregory Toroian; her percussionist who has also worked with her for 13 years, Ron Tierno and the two new additions to Team Matsuki are: Steve Millhouse on bass and the multi-award winning singer/director Eric Michael Gillett as her Director. In this show, Sue goes back to her singing roots, which means getting her trio together and doing a jazzier set in a show arc that will mean whatever it will mean to the audience as heard through their own filters. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: BIG BAND TUESDAYS: DOUG ACOSTA & MIKE BERKOWITZ ORCHESTRA
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
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Scobar Entertainment presents Big Band Tuesdays at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) on Tuesday, November 10th at 8:00 & 10:00 pm featuring Doug Acosta & The Mike Berkowitz Orchestra. The award-winning voice of New York City's Doug Acosta has been swaying audiences across the globe. Drawn to the Great American Songbook and artists of its time, Doug simultaneously imparts exuberance and refrain to his delivery, always shining new light on familiar standards. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: NICOLE KAFKA WITH "VAMPS, VIXENS & VILLAINS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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"When I'm good I'm very good, but when I'm bad I'm better!" Mae West said it, and now cabaret chanteuse Nicole Kafka lives it in her new solo outing, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for 5 performances. Shows are scheduled for Wednesday, November 11th at 9:15 pm, Friday, November 13th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, November 15th at 6:00 pm. Proving once again that naughty can almost always be nice, Nicole's set includes a cornucopia of bad girl repertoire, from "I Want to Be Bad" to "Cruella De Vil" and the original vamping lady, "Louisville Lou." Spanning decades of musical theater and popular song, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" celebrates the best that a gal gone wrong has to offer. Musical director is David Shenton and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: KAREN OBERLIN RETURNS WITH EXCITING NEW SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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MAC and Bistro Award-winning jazz-pop singer Karen Oberlin returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Thursday, November 12th at 7:30 pm. Ms. Oberlin will present an excitingly unique, brand-new show "BIRDS DO IT: Songs of the Natural World". In the show, Oberlin celebrates the complexity and the surprises that the mother of all muses, nature, provides. Songs range from such varied songwriters as Cole Porter, Fred Hersch, Rodgers and Hart, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stephen Sondheim and Dietz and Schwartz. Tedd Firth serves as musical director. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: GRACE NOTES: SINGERS' SOIREE: HARVEST'S BOUNTY
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
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GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Bistro Award Winner Grace Cosgrove, returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) with the next show, HARVEST'S BOUNTY - a benefit for CITY HARVEST, scheduled for Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 pm. Don Rebic is Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard on Bass. Lennie Watts serves as Director. Performers for this show include Marcus Simeone, Lynne Loosier, Maureen Taylor, Tom Gramblin, Suzanne Fiore, Tanya Soberly comedy duo Booth & Pay and Grace Cosgrove. 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. This special benefit show will honor CITY HARVEST , which "rescues" left-over food from area restaurants and groceries. In addition to the cover, guests are asked to contribute at least one item of canned food for the organisation. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JOSHUA WARR IN NYC DEBUT: SING NO EVIL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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In his NYC Nightclub Debut, Joshua Warr tackles the "Subject of Sin" head-on with grace, passion and humor, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are scheduled for Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 pm; Saturday, November 14th at 5:00 pm; Friday, December 4th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the greats like Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen, Barbra Streisand, Peter Allen and Jessica Rabbit - Joshua dives into a delectable assortment of poetry, dance and (of course) music to spread a little decadent fun around the Nine Circles of Hell - all the while maintaining that he's "not Evil - just drawn to the material." Musical director is Tracy Stark. Miles Phillips directs. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JAY MICHAEL REEDS HITS THE ROAD IN "ROAD TRIP"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Jay Michael Reeds gets down and dirty at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) in this ode to the Road Trip. Final performances is Friday, November 13th at 7:30 pm. The music, which gets little bit country, a little bit rock (throw in a smattering of jazz swing) is the perfect recipe for a rollicking good time. Wells Hanley on piano, Ritt Henn on Bass, Matt Kane on Drums and Tony Romano on Guitar. Jay Rogers directs. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: WANDER STREETS OF BERLIN WITH ADRIENNE CATHRINE HAAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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The German Cabaret Artist Adrienne Cathrine Haan, a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NY, as well as the Cologne School of Music in Germany, is proud to present her musical-historical chanson evening "Streets of Berlin" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Thursdays, November 12th & 19th at 9:30 pm. Ms. Hana will take you into the bizarre and decadent world of the Weimar Republic, where you will learn about the women's movement and the liberalization of the gays in 1920s Germany; listen to the melancholy of Klezmer as well as the passionate melodies of French chansonniers Jacques Brel and Edith Piaf, sung in German, English, French and Yiddish. Musical Direction is by Benjamin Schaefer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
For all shows offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE just click on the button marked DISCOUNTS at the top of every page in the website http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/
12 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOV 12
$75 WORTH OF MEMBER DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!
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NYC: CAROL SHEDLIN IS "FEELIN' GROOVY" AT MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Carol Shedlin brings her new show, "Felin' Groovy" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for more performances in November. She is joined by her musical director Jon Delfin at the piano and David Dunaway on bass. Aaron Morishita directs. Celebrating more than 15 years of impeccable musical taste, Carol takes us on her personal journey of musical and personal "grooviosity" spanning five decades from bobby soxer to bopper. In an evening rich with personal anecdotes, Carol moves from suburban life to Manhattan urbanity, sharing songs that helped shape her viewpoint, including boogie, blues, Bernstein, The Beatles and beyond. Performances are scheduled for Saturday, November 7th; Monday, November 9th; and Monday, November 16th. All shows are at 7:00 pm. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: TAYLOR MADE: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Maureen Taylor brings her new show TAYLOR MADE: BOB MERRILL to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with performances scheduled for Sunday, November 8th at 4:00 pm and Monday, November 9th at 7:00 pm. TAYLOR MADE celebrates the "extraordinary" Bob Merrill who wrote songs from "How Much Is That Doggie In the Window" to "People". Bob Merrill's vast amount of work spans the simple to the sublime, with numerous chart hits, novelty songs, a Tony Award, and Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. The show is directed by MAC Award winner Peter Napolitano, with musical direction by Matt Castle, and accompanied by Joe Brent on guitar and mandolin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: LUCILLE CARR-KAFFASHAN FINDING HOME DON'T TELL MAMA
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
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Lucille Carr-Kaffashan returns this fall to her cabaret home, NYC's legendary DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Along with musical director and accompanist, David Brunetti, Lucille will present three performances of her celebrated cabaret show, Finding Home. Final performance is on Sunday, November 8th at 5:00 pm. Finding Home, directed by Lina Koutrakos, brings the listener on a nostalgic journey that explores our various concepts of "home". The program reflects Lucille's diverse musical interests, featuring selections from musical theater giants such as Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman, and Cole Porter, alongside those of contemporary singer-songwriters such as Randy Newman, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, Neil Sedaka, and Annie Dinerman. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
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Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings his show "Hysterical Blondness" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with shows scheduled for Sunday, November 8th at 7:00 pm; Thursday, November 12th at 9:45 pm; and Sunday, November 15th at 9:30 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: SUE MATSUKI ENCORES HIT SHOW AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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7 time MAC Award Nominee (in 6 different categories); 3 time MAC award winner; the 1st Julie Wilson Award recipient and the 2009 recipient of the Cabaret Hotline Online's Jeff Matson Award, Sue Matsuki returns with one more encore performance of her first new show in 2 years to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Monday, November 9th at 7:00 pm. Featured in the show are Sue's Musical Director of over 13 years, Gregory Toroian; her percussionist who has also worked with her for 13 years, Ron Tierno and the two new additions to Team Matsuki are: Steve Millhouse on bass and the multi-award winning singer/director Eric Michael Gillett as her Director. In this show, Sue goes back to her singing roots, which means getting her trio together and doing a jazzier set in a show arc that will mean whatever it will mean to the audience as heard through their own filters. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: BIG BAND TUESDAYS: DOUG ACOSTA & MIKE BERKOWITZ ORCHESTRA
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
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Scobar Entertainment presents Big Band Tuesdays at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) on Tuesday, November 10th at 8:00 & 10:00 pm featuring Doug Acosta & The Mike Berkowitz Orchestra. The award-winning voice of New York City's Doug Acosta has been swaying audiences across the globe. Drawn to the Great American Songbook and artists of its time, Doug simultaneously imparts exuberance and refrain to his delivery, always shining new light on familiar standards. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: NICOLE KAFKA WITH "VAMPS, VIXENS & VILLAINS"
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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"When I'm good I'm very good, but when I'm bad I'm better!" Mae West said it, and now cabaret chanteuse Nicole Kafka lives it in her new solo outing, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for 5 performances. Shows are scheduled for Wednesday, November 11th at 9:15 pm, Friday, November 13th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, November 15th at 6:00 pm. Proving once again that naughty can almost always be nice, Nicole's set includes a cornucopia of bad girl repertoire, from "I Want to Be Bad" to "Cruella De Vil" and the original vamping lady, "Louisville Lou." Spanning decades of musical theater and popular song, "Vamps, Vixens & Villains" celebrates the best that a gal gone wrong has to offer. Musical director is David Shenton and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: KAREN OBERLIN RETURNS WITH EXCITING NEW SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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MAC and Bistro Award-winning jazz-pop singer Karen Oberlin returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Thursday, November 12th at 7:30 pm. Ms. Oberlin will present an excitingly unique, brand-new show "BIRDS DO IT: Songs of the Natural World". In the show, Oberlin celebrates the complexity and the surprises that the mother of all muses, nature, provides. Songs range from such varied songwriters as Cole Porter, Fred Hersch, Rodgers and Hart, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stephen Sondheim and Dietz and Schwartz. Tedd Firth serves as musical director. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: GRACE NOTES: SINGERS' SOIREE: HARVEST'S BOUNTY
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
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GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Bistro Award Winner Grace Cosgrove, returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) with the next show, HARVEST'S BOUNTY - a benefit for CITY HARVEST, scheduled for Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 pm. Don Rebic is Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard on Bass. Lennie Watts serves as Director. Performers for this show include Marcus Simeone, Lynne Loosier, Maureen Taylor, Tom Gramblin, Suzanne Fiore, Tanya Soberly comedy duo Booth & Pay and Grace Cosgrove. 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. This special benefit show will honor CITY HARVEST , which "rescues" left-over food from area restaurants and groceries. In addition to the cover, guests are asked to contribute at least one item of canned food for the organisation. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JOSHUA WARR IN NYC DEBUT: SING NO EVIL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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In his NYC Nightclub Debut, Joshua Warr tackles the "Subject of Sin" head-on with grace, passion and humor, at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are scheduled for Thursday, November 12th at 7:00 pm; Saturday, November 14th at 5:00 pm; Friday, December 4th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, December 12th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by the greats like Liza Minnelli, Ben Vereen, Barbra Streisand, Peter Allen and Jessica Rabbit - Joshua dives into a delectable assortment of poetry, dance and (of course) music to spread a little decadent fun around the Nine Circles of Hell - all the while maintaining that he's "not Evil - just drawn to the material." Musical director is Tracy Stark. Miles Phillips directs. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JAY MICHAEL REEDS HITS THE ROAD IN "ROAD TRIP"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Jay Michael Reeds gets down and dirty at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) in this ode to the Road Trip. Final performances is Friday, November 13th at 7:30 pm. The music, which gets little bit country, a little bit rock (throw in a smattering of jazz swing) is the perfect recipe for a rollicking good time. Wells Hanley on piano, Ritt Henn on Bass, Matt Kane on Drums and Tony Romano on Guitar. Jay Rogers directs. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: WANDER STREETS OF BERLIN WITH ADRIENNE CATHRINE HAAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
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The German Cabaret Artist Adrienne Cathrine Haan, a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in NY, as well as the Cologne School of Music in Germany, is proud to present her musical-historical chanson evening "Streets of Berlin" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Thursdays, November 12th & 19th at 9:30 pm. Ms. Hana will take you into the bizarre and decadent world of the Weimar Republic, where you will learn about the women's movement and the liberalization of the gays in 1920s Germany; listen to the melancholy of Klezmer as well as the passionate melodies of French chansonniers Jacques Brel and Edith Piaf, sung in German, English, French and Yiddish. Musical Direction is by Benjamin Schaefer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
For all shows offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE just click on the button marked DISCOUNTS at the top of every page in the website http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/
TICKETS TO CD SHOW GO ON SALE RIGHT NOW
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TICKETS TO CD SHOW GO ON SALE RIGHT NOW
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Our CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) will be held on Monday, November 30th, and tickets are on sale right now. Tickets will be at our lost price ever: $15 for non-members, $10 for 2009-2010 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members and $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members (you must have signed on to get this ticket price.
Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website - . NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats - no reservations taken after November 27th.
The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers already announced are:
CYNTHIA CRANE - JOSHUA WARR - BOOTH DANIELS - KATHLEEN FRANCE - SUE MATSUKI - EDD CLARK - DENISE WHITTIER - more will be added soon.
15 cabaret CDs were entered in our annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS contest, where we will choose THE 2009 CD OF THE YEAR. Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members will serve as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs will be judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION. Top three winners will be announced at the CABARET CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS event.
TICKETS TO CD SHOW GO ON SALE RIGHT NOW
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Our CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS show on Monday, November 30th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) will be held on Monday, November 30th, and tickets are on sale right now. Tickets will be at our lost price ever: $15 for non-members, $10 for 2009-2010 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members and $5 for CABARET FOR SENIORS members (you must have signed on to get this ticket price.
Tickets MUST be purchased online, in advance via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website - . NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE VENUE. Limited to 70 seats - no reservations taken after November 27th.
The show will be MCd by Jim Speake. Musical director is Tracy Stark. Performers already announced are:
CYNTHIA CRANE - JOSHUA WARR - BOOTH DANIELS - KATHLEEN FRANCE - SUE MATSUKI - EDD CLARK - DENISE WHITTIER - more will be added soon.
15 cabaret CDs were entered in our annual CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS contest, where we will choose THE 2009 CD OF THE YEAR. Three CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members will serve as judges this year: A performer (Sue Matsuki), a Cabaret Maven (Joe Regan, Jr.) and a reviewer (John Hoglund). CDs will be judged for 3 main qualities, with weighted points awarded in each area: VOCALS/INSTRUMENTALS, PRODUCTION/TECHNICAL QUALITY and PACKAGING/PRESENTATION. Top three winners will be announced at the CABARET CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS event.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
The passing of ART D'LUGOFF, founder of The Village Gate and so much more. . .
The passing of ART D'LUGOFF, founder of The Village Gate and so much more. . .
Dear Friends of Art,
In the event you haven't heard yet, I wanted to let you know before the radio and press begins reporting it that our old friend Art D'Lugoff passed away yesterday (Wednesday, November 4, 2009) from a heart attack.
The past five months had been very difficult for Art, as infection complications from a hip replacement left him seriously ill in the hospital for three months. This stress of this illness was compounded by his needed attention to the increasing health deterioration of his dear wife Avital of more than sixty years, and having to oversee their moving into a new apartment just this past month.
However, during the last few weeks, his vitality, energy and spirit returned as he began subwaying around the city for meetings on the development of the National Folk Music Museum, for which he was the Chairman, and working on a documentary film on his life. And just two days ago, he was down in Soho looking at spaces to open a new nightclub! As saddened as I am by the loss of dear friend, I am pleased that he had bounced back and while in his late `80s and was still shaking up the trees!
What can we say about Art D'Lugoff that the world doesn't already know. I had immense admiration for him, when in the 1950s, as the communist witch hunt scared other promoters from producing concerts with Pete Seeger and Paul Robeson, Art proudly presented Pete (with a young Mary Travers in her first concert), and then producing Paul Robeson's concerts at Carnegie Hall. And of course, his reputation as a brilliant producer of a wide variety of music and theatre took the national stage when he opened The Village Gate on Bleeker Street in Greenwich Village, and began forty years of producing the hottest acts and shows in the world, from Billie Holiday to Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Lionel Hampton, Josh White, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Harry Belafonte, Odetta, Nina Simone, Miriam MaKeba, Charles Mingus, Thelonius Monk, Eddie Palmieri, Tito Puente, Aretha Franklin, Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison, in addition to the comedians, Mort Sahl, Bill Cosby, Woody Allen, Chevy Chase and Jon Belushi, to name just a few of the acts who performed at the Gate. If one of his acts became too hot for the club, Art promoted them at Carnegie Hall.
And who could ever forget all the classic live albums recorded at the Gate, such as "Herbie Mann Live at the Village Gate"? Before long, he wisely expanded his operation to producing some of the most revered long running Off-Broadway musicals, such as "Jacques Brel Alive and Well in Paris," "Salvation," and "National Lampoon." As an heir to Sol Hurok, and in the best sense of the word, Art was a premier "Showman." And one with ethics and a heart. . .
In 1992, Art was most proud to be honored with the Paul Robeson Award.
In his later years, Paul helped raise the funds and launch the National Jazz Museum of Harlem, and then devoted his efforts to spearheading the creation of the National Folk Music Museum, which is currently in development. He also acted as a consultant the new club "Le Poisson Rouge," that now occupies the space of the old Village Gate, and most recently, he has been very active in the development of the new film documentary based on Art's life and the music and arts of Greenwich Village.
On a personal note, Art was as caring a friend as I could have. Despite whatever troubles he may have had he always called to make sure I was OK and to lift my spirits. When Odetta's health took a rapid decline last year, he called every day to get an update on her condition and for me to tell her that he was thinking of her. I loved his stories about his adventures while stationed in China during WWII, his family history in Palestine and Israel which went back hundreds of years, and his early days struggling as a promoter in the Village. Art was and is a good friend. I will miss his calls, I will miss his mischievous smile whenever telling a humorous story. I will miss the warmth of his spirit,
Art is survived by Avital, their three daughters and son, Sharon, Dahlia, Racheal, and Raphael, and a large extended family.
Memorial plans will be announced soon.
Loving you through Art,
Doug Yeager
Douglas A. Yeager Productions, Ltd.
300 West 55th Street
Suite # 15E
New York, New York 10019
EMAIL: yeagerprod@aol.com
Dear Friends of Art,
In the event you haven't heard yet, I wanted to let you know before the radio and press begins reporting it that our old friend Art D'Lugoff passed away yesterday (Wednesday, November 4, 2009) from a heart attack.
The past five months had been very difficult for Art, as infection complications from a hip replacement left him seriously ill in the hospital for three months. This stress of this illness was compounded by his needed attention to the increasing health deterioration of his dear wife Avital of more than sixty years, and having to oversee their moving into a new apartment just this past month.
However, during the last few weeks, his vitality, energy and spirit returned as he began subwaying around the city for meetings on the development of the National Folk Music Museum, for which he was the Chairman, and working on a documentary film on his life. And just two days ago, he was down in Soho looking at spaces to open a new nightclub! As saddened as I am by the loss of dear friend, I am pleased that he had bounced back and while in his late `80s and was still shaking up the trees!
What can we say about Art D'Lugoff that the world doesn't already know. I had immense admiration for him, when in the 1950s, as the communist witch hunt scared other promoters from producing concerts with Pete Seeger and Paul Robeson, Art proudly presented Pete (with a young Mary Travers in her first concert), and then producing Paul Robeson's concerts at Carnegie Hall. And of course, his reputation as a brilliant producer of a wide variety of music and theatre took the national stage when he opened The Village Gate on Bleeker Street in Greenwich Village, and began forty years of producing the hottest acts and shows in the world, from Billie Holiday to Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Lionel Hampton, Josh White, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Harry Belafonte, Odetta, Nina Simone, Miriam MaKeba, Charles Mingus, Thelonius Monk, Eddie Palmieri, Tito Puente, Aretha Franklin, Jimi Hendrix and Jim Morrison, in addition to the comedians, Mort Sahl, Bill Cosby, Woody Allen, Chevy Chase and Jon Belushi, to name just a few of the acts who performed at the Gate. If one of his acts became too hot for the club, Art promoted them at Carnegie Hall.
And who could ever forget all the classic live albums recorded at the Gate, such as "Herbie Mann Live at the Village Gate"? Before long, he wisely expanded his operation to producing some of the most revered long running Off-Broadway musicals, such as "Jacques Brel Alive and Well in Paris," "Salvation," and "National Lampoon." As an heir to Sol Hurok, and in the best sense of the word, Art was a premier "Showman." And one with ethics and a heart. . .
In 1992, Art was most proud to be honored with the Paul Robeson Award.
In his later years, Paul helped raise the funds and launch the National Jazz Museum of Harlem, and then devoted his efforts to spearheading the creation of the National Folk Music Museum, which is currently in development. He also acted as a consultant the new club "Le Poisson Rouge," that now occupies the space of the old Village Gate, and most recently, he has been very active in the development of the new film documentary based on Art's life and the music and arts of Greenwich Village.
On a personal note, Art was as caring a friend as I could have. Despite whatever troubles he may have had he always called to make sure I was OK and to lift my spirits. When Odetta's health took a rapid decline last year, he called every day to get an update on her condition and for me to tell her that he was thinking of her. I loved his stories about his adventures while stationed in China during WWII, his family history in Palestine and Israel which went back hundreds of years, and his early days struggling as a promoter in the Village. Art was and is a good friend. I will miss his calls, I will miss his mischievous smile whenever telling a humorous story. I will miss the warmth of his spirit,
Art is survived by Avital, their three daughters and son, Sharon, Dahlia, Racheal, and Raphael, and a large extended family.
Memorial plans will be announced soon.
Loving you through Art,
Doug Yeager
Douglas A. Yeager Productions, Ltd.
300 West 55th Street
Suite # 15E
New York, New York 10019
EMAIL: yeagerprod@aol.com
SAD NEWS: ART D'LUGOFF (1924-2009)
SAD NEWS: ART D'LUGOFF (1924-2009)
Moments before we sent out our newsletter today we received word from Jamie deRoy that Art D'Lugoff, owner of The Village Gate passed away last night. THE VILLAGE GATE was a nightclub at the corner of Thompson and Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village, New York. Art opened the club in 1958, on the ground floor and basement of 158 Bleecker Street. The large 1896 Chicago School structure by architect Ernest Flagg was known at the time as Mills House No. 1 and served as a flophouse for transient men. Throughout its 36 years the Village Gate featured such musicians as John Coltrane, Coleman Hawkins, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Bill Evans, Vasant Rai, Nina Simone and Aretha Franklin, who made her first New York appearance there. The show Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris, debuted at the Village Gate in 1968. (taken from Wikipedia). More details on Monday and/or on the website as received.
Moments before we sent out our newsletter today we received word from Jamie deRoy that Art D'Lugoff, owner of The Village Gate passed away last night. THE VILLAGE GATE was a nightclub at the corner of Thompson and Bleecker Street in Greenwich Village, New York. Art opened the club in 1958, on the ground floor and basement of 158 Bleecker Street. The large 1896 Chicago School structure by architect Ernest Flagg was known at the time as Mills House No. 1 and served as a flophouse for transient men. Throughout its 36 years the Village Gate featured such musicians as John Coltrane, Coleman Hawkins, Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Bill Evans, Vasant Rai, Nina Simone and Aretha Franklin, who made her first New York appearance there. The show Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris, debuted at the Village Gate in 1968. (taken from Wikipedia). More details on Monday and/or on the website as received.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
MAC FUND RAISER BAZAAR AT DON'T TELL MAMA MAY 8th
MAC FUND RAISER BAZAAR AT DON'T TELL MAMA MAY 8th
Sunday, November 8th from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788), MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) will be holding a Fund Raiser BAZAAR that is part Flea Market, part Silent Auction, part day-long Raffle of really cool stuff, part Entertainment throughout the day, part socializing and networking among the members! Music and fun all day long! You are also invited to bring canned goods for Grace Cosgrove's Grace Notes Food Drive to benefit CITY HARVEST and receive 1 FREE Raffle ticket. Winning bids for the silent auction will be read at 2:30 and you must be there to claim all prizes! There is no cover charge. More details at http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/
Sunday, November 8th from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788), MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) will be holding a Fund Raiser BAZAAR that is part Flea Market, part Silent Auction, part day-long Raffle of really cool stuff, part Entertainment throughout the day, part socializing and networking among the members! Music and fun all day long! You are also invited to bring canned goods for Grace Cosgrove's Grace Notes Food Drive to benefit CITY HARVEST and receive 1 FREE Raffle ticket. Winning bids for the silent auction will be read at 2:30 and you must be there to claim all prizes! There is no cover charge. More details at http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/
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