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Sunday, December 12, 2010

NYC: RICHARD HOLBROOK: CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE - FINAL SHOW TODAY


NYC: RICHARD HOLBROOK: CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

"Richard Holbrook: Christmas Time Is Here" will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Sundays, December 5th & 12th at 8:30 pm. The program will include many holiday and seasonal songs written by such composers as Jerry Herman, Sammy Cahn, Jimmy Van Heusen, Harold Arlen, Carleton Carpenter, Meredith Willson, Steve Allen, E.Y. Harburg, Harry Warren, Mack Gordon, Burton Lane, Buz Kohan and Larry Grossman. Richard will be accompanied by the Tom Nelson Trio. Richard Barclay will direct the show. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $12 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME (FOR KIDS) 1:00 pm AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM


NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME (FOR KIDS)

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). On Sunday, December 12th & Saturday, December 19th (both shows at 1:00 pm) she will also host two shows geared for children. Hot chocolate & homemade (by Suzanne!) Christmas cookies will be served. Pat Firth will be at the piano. On the CD are tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." $10 Cover for Kids plus 1 Dink Minimum (Hot Chocolate, Juice, Water or Soda). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY- NO SEATS AVAILABLE


CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTYSET FOR MONDAY DECEMBER 13th - NO SEATS AVAILABLE
UPDATED SUNDAY DECEMBER 12th, 2010

This year's CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS will be held on Monday, December 13th at 7:00 pm, at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ). Long time cabaret/piano bar performer Michael McAssey will serve as Musical Director for the event. Performers in the show are Sue Matsuki and Edd Clark, Suzanne Carrico, Marcus Simeone, Richard Holbrook, Warren Schein, Miles Phillips and Janice Hall.

Thanks to the generous donations of the many folks who stepped forward as SPONSORS for this event, and others who have made donations in lieu of tickets because they couldn't attend, we have covered all our expenses for the show and have already achieved our fund raising goal.

We are no longer accepting reservations to the party. No reservations will be taken by the club, no one will be seated without a reservation, no tickets will be sold at the door.
plus several anonymous donors.

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Saturday, December 11, 2010

L.A.AREA: JOHN VANCE SINGS "THE HENRY MANCINI SONGBOOK" TONIGHT


L.A.AREA: JOHN VANCE SINGS "THE HENRY MANCINI SONGBOOK" TONIGHT

Actor, recording artist, and cabaret/jazz singer John Vance will brings his new show "The Henry Mancini Songbook" to THE ARTHUR NEWMAN THEATRE AT THE JOSLYN CENTER THEATRE (73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA - 760-340-3220) on Saturday, December 11th at 7:00 pm as part of Les Michaels' Life Is A Cabaret Concert Series which continues through December. He is joined by Jeff Colella on piano. Always interested in acting, Vance earned a BA in Drama from the University of Virginia but singing came first. An early highpoint was singing next to Jack Jones and Kay Starr in "The Glenn Miller Band Reunion" for PBS. But later came a strong career as a character actor, and among his many credits have been roles on television: "Two And A Half Men," "Malcolm In The Middle", movies: "Leatherheads," with George Clooney and Renee Zellweger, "Back To The Beginning," "The Natural," "How I Saved The World," and "Stitches", in addition to numerous theatrical productions, and television commercials. There is a $10 cover.
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NYC: "BERLIN, MON AMOUR" WITH ADRIENNE HAAN ONE NIGHT ONLY


NYC: "BERLIN, MON AMOUR" WITH ADRIENNE HAAN ONE NIGHT ONLY

"Berlin, Mon Amour", a passionate, theatrical chanson voyage through the 20th Century featuring International Singing Star Adrienne Haan, has been extended at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER(407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) for one additional show, on Saturday, December 11th at 4:00 pm. Dive into the bizarre and decadent world of the Weimar Republic, 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. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: DANIEL REICHARD IN A CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT THE TRIAD TONIGHT

NYC: DANIEL REICHARD IN A CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Daniel Reichard, original star of Broadway's "Jersey Boys" and the recent NewYork City Opera revival of "Candide," returns to the New York stage for his annual Christmas concert. This year's show will be held at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) on Friday, December 10th at 9:00 pm. The evening will be filled with classic Christmas songs, popular American standards and contemporary hits. Reichard, along with his special guest Beth Malone, and an eight-piece band, will sing the music of George Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, Janelle Monae, Jay-Z, and others. Like the Christmas season itself, this year's show will be both outrageous and heartfelt. Daniel Reichard is currently touring North America with original "Jersey Boys" co-stars Christian Hoff, Michael Longoria, and J. Robert Spenceras "The Midtown Men." There is a $20-$40 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ AT CABARET NIGHTS SERIES BENEFIT TONIGHT

NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ AT CABARET NIGHTS SERIES BENEFIT

Craig Pomranz will bring his show "The Year Is Winding Down, But It's Never Too Late For Love..." to URBAN STAGES (259 West 30th Street, NYC - 212 421-1380 - ) on Saturday, December 11th at 7:00 pm as part of the Cabaret Nights series to benefit this Off-Broadway Company. Tickets are $25 and available at Smarttix: 212-868-4444. Proceeds go to benefit URBAN STAGES.
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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC BACK AT MAMA'S FOR 2 MORE SHOWS IN 2010

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC BACK AT MAMA'S FOR 2 MORE SHOWS IN 2010

Karen Mack & Michael Holland take their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2010" All Request Show uptown to midtown to DON'T TELL MAMA(343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) for two more shows: Saturday, December 11th at 8:30 pm & Saturday, December 18th at 8:00 pm. This is the show where the audience gets to pick the song list from hundreds available. Also featured are more road stories, ridiculous prizes, more mash-ups, more prizes, lots more new music, more insanity and custom cocktails. And there will be Kool-Aid and swell prizes to be had, not to mention the annual candy corn/indian corn debate as Halloween fast approaches. Join NYC musical comedy duo Mack and Holland as they bring their multi-award winning mix of harmony and humor to the best (and worst!) of past, present and future pop. From ABBA to Queen to Kylie, expect lush vocals and comic mayhem in what is always a spontaneous and one-of-a-kind musical experience! There is a $20 cover, 2 drink minimum, no drink maximum.
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NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED" AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM


NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

To celebrate the December release of his first official studio album, "Haunted," on the Miranda Music label, Marcus Simeone returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for 2 more performances, on Saturdays, December 4th & 11th at 9:30 pm. Marcus has assembled a powerful set filled with emotional highs and humorous moments in his most risky show to date. With this new show, Marcus will bring highlights from his new album ("Haunted") which features many of today's contemporary songwriters accompanying him on their own songs, such as John Bucchino, Tracy Stark, Heather Sullivan, etc., backed by some of today's most acclaimed musicians. The album is scheduled to be released in December with a special event at the last show on Saturday, December 11th. This latest show will also celebrate a decade working in the clubs of New York since his auspicious debut at Don't Tell Mama. He has gone on to win acclaim on the national stage performing in theaters and clubs in Manhattan, Chicago, Florida and Palm Springs as well as performing at the Cabaret Conventions at Town Hall and Jazz At Lincoln Center. Along the way, he has also received nine MAC nominations and won three, as well as receiving the Bistro Award. This summer, he was invited to sing on a recording with Reba McIntyre in Nashville. Most recently, he was the grand prize winner in the 2010 Palm Beach Symphony Pop Star Competition (with 5,300 contestants entered) and will appear in an exclusive engagement with them. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TODAY IS THE LAST DAY YOU CAN MAKE A RESERVATION FOR OUR SHOW ON MONDAY

2010-2011 MEMBERS of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE are invited to attend the Annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS PARTY at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC) on Monday, December 13th at 7:00 pm FREE OF CHARGE. Non-members need only pay $5 for a Sustaining Membership (valid for discounts on future cabaret shows) in order to get a free ticket! (the 2-drink minimum, required by the club, still applies - CASH ONLY).

Long time cabaret/piano bar performer Michael McAssey will serve as Musical Director for the event. Performers in the show are Sue Matsuki and Edd Clark, Suzanne Carrico, Marcus Simeone, Richard Holbrook, Warren Schein, Miles Phillips and Janice Hall.

Today is the last day for reservations. YOU MUST MAKE A RESERVATION. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE CLUB. NO ONE WITHOUT A RESERVATION WILL BE SEATED (even if we don't sell out completely. Just send me an email by CLICKING HERE to  telling me how many seats you need (limit of 4) and the number of members & non-members, and I'll write back with a confirmation.

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8 SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH DECEMBER 20th! $50 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!!


8 SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH DECEMBER 20th
$50 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!



NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

To celebrate the December release of his first official studio album, "Haunted," on the Miranda Music label, Marcus Simeone returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for 2 more performances, on Saturdays, December 4th & 11th at 9:30 pm. Marcus has assembled a powerful set filled with emotional highs and humorous moments in his most risky show to date. With this new show, Marcus will bring highlights from his new album ("Haunted") which features many of today's contemporary songwriters accompanying him on their own songs, such as John Bucchino, Tracy Stark, Heather Sullivan, etc., backed by some of today's most acclaimed musicians. The album is scheduled to be released in December with a special event at the last show on Saturday, December 11th. This latest show will also celebrate a decade working in the clubs of New York since his auspicious debut at Don't Tell Mama. He has gone on to win acclaim on the national stage performing in theaters and clubs in Manhattan, Chicago, Florida and Palm Springs as well as performing at the Cabaret Conventions at Town Hall and Jazz At Lincoln Center. Along the way, he has also received nine MAC nominations and won three, as well as receiving the Bistro Award. This summer, he was invited to sing on a recording with Reba McIntyre in Nashville. Most recently, he was the grand prize winner in the 2010 Palm Beach Symphony Pop Star Competition (with 5,300 contestants entered) and will appear in an exclusive engagement with them. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: RICHARD HOLBROOK: CHRISTMAS TIME IS HERE
MEMBER FOR MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

"Richard Holbrook: Christmas Time Is Here" will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Sundays, December 5th & 12th at 8:30 pm. The program will include many holiday and seasonal songs written by such composers as Jerry Herman, Sammy Cahn, Jimmy Van Heusen, Harold Arlen, Carleton Carpenter, Meredith Willson, Steve Allen, E.Y. Harburg, Harry Warren, Mack Gordon, Burton Lane, Buz Kohan and Larry Grossman. Richard will be accompanied by the Tom Nelson Trio. Richard Barclay will direct the show. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

PA: ALICE FRAZIER IS "WHAT THE SEASON NEEDS"
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Cabaret and concert artist, Alice Frazier, will perform her annual holiday show, "What The Season Needs", at the AMBASSADOR BANQUET & CONFERENCE CENTER BY MARRIOTT in the HEMINGWAY BALLROOM (7794 Peach Street, Erie, PA - Reservations: 814-504-2480) on Monday, December 13th at 7:00 pm (dinner served at 6:00 pm). Musical director for this performance will be Tex Arnold. Alice will share with you some of the great classics of Christmas as well as a few special surprises. This promises to be a holiday event that will make you feel as if Christmas should be celebrated all year long. Share in the joy and beauty of the season, of all seasons with Alice, in "What The Season Needs". Ms. Frazier has won a loyal following by entertaining audiences in Pennsylvania, New York and Ohio. Her New York City venues include, Danny's Grand Sea Palace & Skylight Cabaret, Helen's Hideaway, Dillon's Restaurant,The Laurie Beechman Theatre, Tribute to Sid Bernstein at ASCAP, The Metropolitan Room, St. Regis Hotel, the world renowned Iridium Jazz Club and the prestigious Friars Club in New York City. Dinner & Show / $42 per person. There is limited seating for "Show Only" for $20 per person. There is a $5 discount for the Dinner/Show package as well as for the "Show" only for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: TANYA MOBERLY IN BRAND NEW SHOW "THEATRE SONGS"
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Tanya Moberly, one of NYC's most creative vocalists, returns with her latest show "Theatre Songs" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for an encore performance on Tuesday, December 14th at 9:15 pm. With Mark Janas on Piano an Ritt Henn on Bass, Ms. Moberly brings her own unique interpretation to some of the most familiar songs of the musical theater stage. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: KAREN MASON IN HER ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOW
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Cabaret/Broadway star Karen Mason will present her Annual Christmas Show at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Tuesday, December 14th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. With traditional music, lots of not-so-traditional, and lots of fun mixed in including Winter Wonderland, Silent Night, Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas, and her favorite version of Santa Claus Is Coming To Town, arranged by Christopher Denny and Barry Kleinbort. She is joined by Christopher Denny at the piano, and Bob Renino on bass. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: EILEEN FULTON IN "I REMEMBER ... OR AT LEAST I TRY"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER

Actress/Singer/Author Eileen Fulton returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for her annual Holiday Show on Friday, December 17th at 7:00 pm. The show, titled "I Remember ... or at least I try", is directed by Diana Basmajian and Music Director is Bob Goldstone with Tom Hubbard on bass. Eileen will be singing a mixture of contemporary and holiday songs and an audio-visual trip through her legendary career. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: STEARNS MATTHEWS IN I'LL BE STEARNS FOR CHRISTMAS
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MAC Award Nominee Stearns Matthews presents his Holiday show "I'll Be Stearns for Christmas" on Saturday, December 18th at 4:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). The show will present an afternoon of songs and stories of Christmas past, present, and future. The audience will experience the holidays through Stearns' eyes and explore such important topics as gift envy, Christmas tree instability, carols that should never have been written, and many more. He is joined by Steven Ray Watkins at the piano and Dan Fabricatore on bass and special guests, Jeanette Berry and Kevin Dozier. There is a $15 cover with a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: DEB BERMAN WITH SEAN HARKNESS AT DON'T TELL MAMA
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After three successful performances at The Metropolitan Room, Deb Berman, accompanied by guitarist, Sean Harkness, will bring her show ALL IN GOOD TIME to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, December 20th at 7:00 pm. The pair will merrily romp through songs about life, love and the pursuit of time-well-spent set to music by John Mayer, George & Ira, Thelonius, Laura Nyro and others. The show is directed by Susan Winter. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Friday, December 10, 2010

P.N.W.: ARNALDO - AN EVENING IN DECEMBER ... A HOLIDAY CABARET - OPENS TONIGHT

P.N.W.: ARNALDO - AN EVENING IN DECEMBER ... A HOLIDAY CABARET - OPENS TONIGHT

Seattle based Arnaldo, Drag Chanteuse will perform "An Evening in December...a holiday cabaret" at JULIA'S ON BROADWAY (300 Broadway Eest, Seattle, WA - 206-324-0513) on Friday through Sunday, December 10th through 12th and Friday & Saturday, December 17th & 18th, all shows at 7:30 pm. The New York Bistro Award winner is joined by Victor Janusz (piano) and Troy Kendrick (bass) performing cabaret classics like Eartha Kitt's "Santa Baby", Maltby & Shire's "I Don't Remember Christmas" and NY's living cabaret legend Julie Wilson's "Season's Greetings" to name a few. Other holiday standards include "Merry Christmas Darling", "What Are You Doing NY's Eve" and of course, what's a holiday show without a sing along! There is a $20 plus a 2-drink minimum.
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CHI: CHICAGO DEBUT OF NEW ROSEMARY CLOONEY HOLIDAY SHOW TONIGHT


CHI: CHICAGO DEBUT OF NEW CLOONEY HOLIDAY SHOW

Heather Moran and Myles Hayes star in a delightful and kitchy musical revue of some of the most memorable songs ever recorded by the well known singer and actress Rosemary Clooney at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Friday, December 10th at 8:00 pm. This musical adventure spans over the 40 year span of Rosemary Clooney's Career. Popular tunes, movie hits and holiday favorites are in store for the young and old at heart. A wonderful, musical stroll down memory lane. Some special Christmas tribute includes "White Christmas", "Suzy Snowflake", "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?", "Baby, It's Cold Outside" and "Have Yourself A Very Merry Christmas" in which she co-starred in the classic Bing Crosby holiday movie, White Christmas. Also sharing the stage are Damian Espinosa on piano, Marc Piane on bass and Jeffrey Lien on drums. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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INDIANA: THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB PRESENTS TIERNEY SUTTON

M.W.: THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB PRESENTS TIERNEY SUTTON

THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB(121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169). presents Tierney Sutton in "Desire" on Friday, January 10th at 8:00 pm. Three-time Grammy nominee, Tierney Sutton, is known for her bold and contemporary reinterpretation of jazz standards. The evening will feature songs from her latest CD, "Desire", including Cry Me a River, It's Alright With Me, Fever, and Skylark, and more. The Tierney Sutton Band has recorded eight critically acclaimed CDs, receiving three Grammy Nominations for Best Vocal Jazz Album, Jazz Week's Vocalist of the Year Award, and critical praise throughout the world. They have headlined at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, The Hollywood Bowl and Jazz at Lincoln Center. Tickets are $35, $45, $55 plus a $12 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: CAROLE J. BUFFORD IN A CHRISTMAS CAROL ... WITH AN E! TONIGHT AT URBAN STAGES

NYC: CAROLE J. BUFFORD IN A CHRISTMAS CAROL ... WITH AN E!
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Carole J. Bufford celebrates the holidays with her latest show "A Christmas Carol With An E!" at URBAN STAGES (259 West 30th Street, NYC - 212 421-1380 - ) on Friday, December 10th at 7:00 pm. Carole brings her originality and unique humor to seasonal classics and lesser known gems. The show will feature musical director Nate Buccieri on piano along with special guests Danielle Grabianowski and Eddie Cooper. Recently, Bufford was featured and received rave reviews in Broadway By The Year: Musicals of 1927 and Musicals of 1966 at Town Hall and was a featured performer at the 2009 and 2010 Cabaret Convention at Jazz at Lincoln Center presented by the Mabel Mercer Foundation. She also enjoyed a runs of her critically acclaimed shows intro and Carole J. Bufford sings Randy Newman in Lennie Watts' Under The Covers series. Tickets are $25 and available at Smarttix: 212-868-4444. Proceeds go to benefit URBAN STAGES.
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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER WITH THE REAL WORLD - TONIGHT & SATURDAY NIGHT


NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER WITH THE REAL WORLD

Baby Jane Dexter's eagerly awaited new show, The Real World debuts at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for eight performances beginning Friday, November 26th and running on consecutive Fridays & Saturdays through December 18th, all shows at 7:30 pm. Sharing the stage will be her acclaimed musical partner Ross Patterson. Elissa Patterson serves as artistic consultant. The Real World is a powerful, inspiring and funny potpourri of unique songs and arrangements given Ms. Dexter's one of a kind haunting spin. The eclectic song list includes gems by the likes of Billie Holiday, Janis Ian, Roy Orbison, John Sebastian, Alec Wilder and many more. And, this new show will contain some potent musical moments along with her trademark blend of profound and artistically whimsical bon mots. As always, Baby Jane challenges as much as she inspires. That is the hallmark that has sustained her remarkable career. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Wednesday, December 8, 2010

NYC: DECEMBER CALENDAR GIRL - STOCKING FULL OF PROZAC THURSDAY NIGHT


NYC: DECEMBER CALENDAR GIRL - STOCKING FULL OF PROZAC THURSDAY NIGHT

Colleen McHugh presents her latest show of her monthly CALENDAR GIRL series, "STOCKING FULL OF PROZAC" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE(61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Thursday, December 9th at 9:30 pm. Celebrate another great year of fabulous CALENDAR GIRL shows with a timely collection of super-fun classics, little-known gems, and lots of comedy and original improv! And if that's not enough, Coleen will be joined by a very special guest star: the hilarious Jeff Hiller (who works from time to time on BLOODY, BLOODY ANDREW JACKSON and 30 ROCK when he's not kickin' it at The Duplex) who will entertain with his magical holiday humor. She is joined by Jody Shelton, piano; Ashley Ward, vocals; Steve Doyle, bass. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: SUSAN WINTER IN "A PIANO, A BASS AND A DREAM" THURSDAY AT URBAN STAGES


NYC: SUSAN WINTER IN "A PIANO, A BASS AND A DREAM"
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Susan Winter will bring her new show "A Piano, a Bass and a Dream" to URBAN STAGES (259 West 30th Street, NYC - 212 421-1380 - ) on Thursday, December 9th at 7:00 pm as part of Urban Stages Annual Cabaret Nights. She'll be singing a few of her favorites as well as a slew of new tunes arranged by the her musical director Tedd Firth. He will be the man seated at the piano. Taking care of the bass duties will be Tom Hubbard. The dream will be supplied by Susan. Tickets are $25 and available at Smarttix: 212-868-4444. Proceeds go to benefit URBAN STAGES.

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NYC: JULIE REYBURN SINGS SONDHEIM WITH GUEST MILES PHILLIPS AT URBAN STAGES


NYC: JULIE REYBURN WITH GUEST MILES PHILLIPS AT URBAN STAGES

Julie Reyburn brings a special show, "So Many People . .a Sondheim Concert" toURBAN STAGES (259 West 30th Street, NYC - 212 421-1380) on Thursday, December 9th at 8:30 pm. Her special guest is the multiple award winner, Miles Phillips with musical direction by her longtime collaborator Mark Janas. Julie will present selections from A Little Night Music, Merrily We Roll Along, Follies, Evening Primrose..and more. Mark Janas will present a special "classical corner" on the West Side Story collaboration of Bernstein and Sondheim. Phillips will step out of his "self-imposed semiretirement" from singing to join sing a few songs in the show. Julie and Miles have been great friends for years, they both worked with Mark Janas. Julie was Miles' special guest at Feinstein's, recently, and they've each worked with Mark over the years, but this is the first time since 2000 that they've all been working on the same project. Tickets are $25 and available at Smarttix: 212-868-4444.
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NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO THURSDAY NIGHT AT 9:30 p


NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO THURSDAY NIGHT AT 9:30 p

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, December 9th at 9:30 pm, and Thursdays, December 16th & 23rd at 7:00 pm. She will also host two shows geared for children on Sunday, December 12th & Saturday, December 18th, both at 1:00 pm. The six-show run will be Carrico's CD release party with full band. She will be joined by The Don Rebic Quartet, Dan Gross on percussion, Jim DiMatteo on bass & Windham Hill recording artist, Sean Harkness on guitar. Also joining her will be MAC Nominee Booth Daniels. On the CD are tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. ($20 cover for children's events).
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S.F.: BARB JUNGR'S USA EAST-WEST TOUR ENDS TONIGHT IN SAN FRANCISCO

S.F.: BARB JUNGR'S USA EAST-WEST TOUR ENDS TONIGHT IN SAN FRANCISCO

Legendary cult British performer and song stylist Barb Jungr plays in 4 major US cities, some for the first time with her critically acclaimed show The Men I Love (also a new studio album on Naim Records). After opening at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE in NYC on the 28th of December, she performed at Cleveland's NIGHTTOWN and at KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE. She ends the tour with 2 nights atRRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Tuesday & Wednesday, December 7th & 8th at 8:00 pm. The Men I Love displays Barb's impressive ability to re-imagine well-known popular songs, revealing deep meanings and latent emotional content that comes to light when she dislodges the songs from their original contexts. Since its release in March 2010 the CD has received rave reviews and accolades internationally. The Men I Love comprises songs by Dylan, Cohen, Springsteen, Paul Simon, David Byrne and more in superb new arrangements by Barb and pianist & composer Simon Wallace, with whom Barb previously worked on her best-selling album of Bob Dylan songs and her chansons material for Linn Records. Tickets are $25-$35 with a 2-drink minimum.
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L.A.: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY RETURNS TO THE MAGIC CASTLE

L.A.: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY RETURNS TO THE MAGIC CASTLE

Jim Caruso, along with musical director Billy Stritch, will return with their open-mic "Cast Party" to THE INNER CIRCLE AT THE MAGIC CASTLE (7001 Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, CA - 323-851-3313 x434 ) on Wednesday & Thursday, December 8th & 9th at 8:00 pm. Cast Party is a wildly popular weekly soiree that has brought Broadway glitz and urbane wit to the legendary BIRDLAND in New York City every Monday night for the past seven years. It's a cool cabaret night-out enlivened by a hilariously impromptu variety show. Showbiz superstars such as Michael Feinstein, Elaine Stritch, and Liza Minnelli have hit the stage alongside up-and-comers, serving up jaw-dropping music and general razzle-dazzle. Caruso is joined by musical genius Billy Stritch at the piano, and the audience is invited to participate in the festivities, so bring your music (in the right key). Tickets are $20.
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N.E.: LESLIE HOLMES' AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC WITH MATTHEW & MICHAEL ROMERO

N.E.: LESLIE HOLMES' AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC WITH MATTHEW & MICHAEL ROMERO

Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month Leslie Holmes holds an amazing Open Mic night at the AMAZING THINGS ARTS CENTER (160 Hollis Street, Framingham, MA - 508-405-2787 - ), and each show features a special guest. On Wednesday, December 10th the featured guests are the seasoned musical theater performers, Matthew & Michael Romero. Tom LaMark accompanies and will be playing for the singers at the open-mic. The open-mic starts at 7:30 pm (signup at 7:00 pm), and the featured performers go on at 8:15 pm. There is an $10 cover charge ($9 cover for BACA members).
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PA: BOB EGAN'S WEEKLY SHOWCASE NIGHT IN NEW HOPE

PA: BOB EGAN'S WEEKLY SHOWCASE NIGHT IN NEW HOPE

The next Bob Egan's Showcase Night will be held at BOB EGAN'S NEW HOPE - SUPPER CLUB AND CABARET (6426 Lower York Road (Route 202), New Hope, PA - 215-862-5225 - ) on Wednesday, December 8th at 8:00 pm. Bob hosts his weekly talent showcase, featuring six to eight performers each week. Performers this week TBA. Piano bar and open mic follows the show in the lounge. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA AT SAN MARTIN RESTAURANT TONIGHT


NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA AT SAN MARTIN RESTAURANT TONIGHT

Dana Lorge hosts "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" every week at 8:00 pm at IGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE. This week only the event moves to SAN MARTIN RESTAURANT (143 East 49th Street, NYC - 212-832-0888 - ). Each week this comedy and musical variety show will feature special guest stars. This week's event, on Wednesday, December 8th, guests are Lynn Manuell, Stephen Hanks, Daryl Glenn, Sarah Rice, Jillian Laurain, Louis Iacovino, Tony Messina, Allegra, Ellen Bullinger, Tim Moss, Pamela Champagne Lewis, Jerry Wichinsky. Bill Zeffero on Grand Piano. There is a $5 cover, $10 food/drink minimum
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