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Thursday, February 17, 2011

NYC: THE BEST OF JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY AT THE TOWN HALL TONIGHT

NYC: THE BEST OF JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY AT THE TOWN HALL
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

A variety show like no other, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, famous for its eclectic blend of top-notch talent, will burst from its regular Monday night home at BIRDLAND for a major benefit for BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929) on Thursday, February 17th at 8:00 pm. For this special show produced by Scott Siegel, new stars are being added almost daily. Flying in to perform will be Country Superstar Larry Gatlin of The Gatlin Brothers. Also in the cast, Broadway and Nightclub star Lucie Arnaz, Broadway legend Chita Rivera, Marilyn Maye, "Miranda Sings," Christopher Sieber, Sally Mayes, Hilary Kole, William Blake, Aaron Weinstein, Natalie Douglas, Klea Blackhurst, Rudi Macaggi, and the Dueling Fiddlers, with more TBA. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. The evening will be hosted by the multi-award winning Jim Caruso, with Billy Stritch at the piano, Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on drums. Tickets are $25, $50 & $75 and available from the TOWN HALL BOX OFFICE, TicketMaster.com or 800-982-2787.

NYC: "BROADWAY'S NEXT H!T MUSICAL" AT THE TRIAD EVERY THURSDAY

NYC: "BROADWAY'S NEXT H!T MUSICAL" AT THE TRIAD

On Thursday, February 10th at 9:00 pm, the MAC award-winning, "Broadway's Next H!T Musical" brings back the glitz and glam to the Upper West Side's THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) with New York's only unscripted theatrical awards show. The show continues every Thursday through April 21st. Taking suggestions from the audience, the cast of Broadway's Next H!T Musical brings to life an actual mock awards show, complete with made-up show tunes and genuinely witty banter, followed by the a performance of the evening's "Phony" Award Winning musical. Here is how it works: (1) The first act is a fancy award ceremony, spotlighting four of the year's "Best Musical" nominees (made up on-the-spot, based on audience-created song titles.) (2) The second act is the entire "winning" musical based on the audience favorite nominee from act one. This unscripted, fully improvised award show extravaganza is hosted by Greg Triggs and features an amazing cast including Robert Z. Grant, Kobi Libii, Deb Rabbai, Stefan Schick, Rob Schiffmann, Rebecca Vigil with Eric March and Andrew Resnick on piano. Broadway's Next H!T Musical is presented by Strategic Entertainment NYC in association with Ralph Buckley. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S

Eric Michael Gillett returns to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 on Tuesday through Saturday, February 15th through 19th with "WIDESCREEN: Songs From & About the Movies", an evening of music for anyone who has ever stumbled into a darkened movie house to escape the tumult of everyday life. Performances are at 8:00 pm Tuesday through Thursday and at 8:00 & 10:30 pm on Friday & Saturday. He is joined by Jeff Cubeta, Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard, Bass (Tues-Thurs) & Matt Wigton, Bass (Fri/Sat) (Jeff Cubeta & Don Rebic, Arrangers). WIDESCREEN uses the silver screen as a jumping off point, borrowing songs written specifically for motion pictures ("Theme from Valley of the Dolls," "Moon River," "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?") and marrying them to music from theater ("If the World Were Like the Movies") and contemporary pop ("Widescreen," "Erroll Flynn") to explore the world of the movies and the fantasies, illusions, and lies that fill our lives. Also featured are "I See the Light," 2011 Academy Award nominated song from the motion picture TANGLED, and Craig Carnelia's ode to the joys of late-night channel surfing, "Old Movies." There is a $40-$60 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: A NIGHT WITH MCNIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN TONIGHT

NYC: A NIGHT WITH MCNIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN

Powerhouse vocalist Sharon McNight is headed to NYC to sing the snow away! She will be appearing at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 on Thursday, February 17th at 7:00 pm; Friday, February 18th at 9:30 pm; and Friday, February 25th at 9:30 pm. Her show is a tutorial on everything that is good about the perfect night out, told in song and comments as only the inimitable Sharon McNight can. Includes many McNight audience favorites and A few surprises. The California native is a favorite with concert and cabaret audiences, and is known for her sardonic comedy style and wry comments plus an eclectic mix of songs from "Desperado" to the reenactment of "The Wizard of OZ." To many, her off-the-cuff ad libs and audience participation may be the most revered elements of any McNight show. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

L.A.: TOM DiMENNA AS TELLY SAVALAS IN "WHO LOVES YOU, BABY?" AT THE GARDENIA

L.A.: TOM DiMENNA AS TELLY SAVALAS IN "WHO LOVES YOU, BABY?"

Tom DiMenna appears as Telly Savalas, in "Who Loves You, Baby?" at the THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ) on Wednesday & Thursday, February 16th & 17th at 9:00 pm. Written by Hunter Nelson and directed by Taylor Negron, who met DiMenna at the Edinburgh Fringe two years ago, this show casts a comic light on Telly Savalas' strange grip on the culture of the 1970's in this resurrection of "Savalas the Interpreter of Love Songs," who has returned from heaven with his swaggering charisma to help the "cynical, bed-headed, twenty-somethings of today" re-connect to "That Lovin' Feelin'" that made Savalas, "The Golden Greek," and the era he embodied, so unique. Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH GUESTS FROM CABARET

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA

Dana Lorge hosts "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" every week at 8:00 pm atIGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE (240 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-765-5454 - ). Each week this comedy and musical variety show will feature special guest stars. This week's event, on Wednesday, February 16th, guests are Sharon McNight, Frank Basile, Adam Shapiro, Allegra, Lauren Robert, Laurie Krauz, Sue Matsuki, Judy Stadt, Danny Leary, Joey Infante, Helena Grenot, Jillian Laurain, Marianne Challis, and Sarah Hayes with Barry Levitt on keyboard, Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.

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NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: KAT GANG AT THE PLAZA'S ROSE ROOM WEDNESDAYS

Kat Gang brings her unique vocal style to the ROSE ROOM OF THE PLAZA HOTEL(Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, NYC - 212-759-3000 every Wednesday at 9:00 pm, with a preview performance on February 16th and opening officially on Wednesday, February 23rd for an open-ended engagement. She will be singing Traditional Jazz Standards, Cole Porter, Gershwin and others from the Great American Songbook. Kat has a soul steeped in jazz. Born in Boston she began her music theory training as a teenager at Berklee and then fell in love with the energy of New York City and went on to gain her BFA from NYU. After that she continued studying music at the Royal Academy in London. Kat lived and worked singing jazz all over England for seven years. She has performed twice at the GRAMMY Awards with the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, has acted in various feature-length independent films, and currently is back in New York performing frequently and exploring the depth of jazz fusion and improvisation with her versatile, extraordinary ear and voice. The Rose Room has a policy of no cover or minimum for its music, fabulous cocktails, wine and champagne.

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY TODAY: FREDDY COLE

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: FREDDY COLE

MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM(Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC - ) every Wednesday. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte and Joan Uttal Anderson, Production Consultant. The next show is on Wednesday, February 16th and will feature Freddy Cole, Singer/Pianist with Randy Napoleon on Guitar and Elias Bailey on Bass. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $10 donation.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

A NEW "SUE'S VIEWS, REVIEWS & NEWS COLUMN JUST POSTED ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE

We just posted a new "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column by Sue Matsuki on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ - In her column of Tuesday, February 15th, Sue starts out with "lessons learned" - personal experiences and anecdotes that teach every performer some important things to remember. There are 3 reviews as well, one of a performer who will remain nameless.

The Monday issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE was sent out yesterday to our 2700+ subscribers (free) and is now posted on the website - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ . You can subscribe to this twice-weekly newsletter by simply sending an e-mail with the single word SUBSCRIBE in the subject line to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com - please include your name and city in the body of the email - for statistical purposes.

THREE IMPORTANT DATES:

Thursday, February 17th at 2:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) - There will be a memorial for the late Broadway/Cabaret Claiborne Cary. The date happens to be Claiborne's birthday. Claiborne Cary passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010 in Costa Mesa, California after suffering for several years with a form of Parkinsons disease at age 78. Several of her friends will be taking part, and letters from those who can't attend will be read. The event will also feature film clips of her performances. Please note: seating is limited and you must make a reservation via e-mail tocelebratingclai@aol.com

Saturday, February 26th at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 -http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) - CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE & SUE MATSUKI PRODUCTIONS presents "People You Should Know" - instructions for making reservations in today's "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE -http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ - be sure to call in your's today.

Friday, March 4th at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE, the 4th Annual MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA. Broadway/cabaret star and Tony nominee Sally Mayes has just been added to the cast, with more stars to follow. Tracy Stark has been chosen as musical director for this year's show. Also in the cast are Laurel Masse (founding member of Manhattan Transfer, Bistro Award winner for Best Jazz Vocalist); Gabrielle Stravelli (Bistro Award Winner - Performer on the Rise); and Lucia Spina (Broadway: Legally Blonde, South Pacific, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Miserables) and Jim VanSlyke (Singer/Songwriter/ Voice Teacher). (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.) Tickets are on sale now - limited seating - don't delay! TO ORDER TICKETS USING PAYPAL OR CHECK CLICK HERE:

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No reservations will be taken by the club - no tickets sold the day of the show - no tickets available at the door. You MUST order on line using the URL above.

Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!

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Monday, February 14, 2011

L.A.: RICK'S PICKS SPECIAL SALON SHOW FEBRUARY 19TH - Tribute to Hugh Martin

I don't usually include events held in private residences in the listings or on the website because there is always the question of rights and royalties, and I am a stickler when it comes to songwriters being paid for their works (same goes to photocopying or faxing sheet music, when legal copies are available). But I will make an exception today because the event is for a good cause (THE ACTORS FUND) and the person honored by the event is Rick Starr, former manager of Hollywood Sheet Music, and one of the most beloved members of the Los Angeles music community.

Rick is in increasingly declining health. He's been in the hospital for several months now, facing a series of surgeries and complications that have him basically bedridden. Ever the cheerleader of the world's great songwriters, Rick has maintained a commitment to supervise a Salon Event called "Rick's Picks: A Tribute to Hugh Martin". The event will take place on Saturday, February 19th at 5:00 pm at a private home in Studio City, CA.

A galaxy of Cabaret favorites will perform the Hugh Martin Songbook: Andrea Marcovicci, Jason Graae, Brad Ellis, Shelly Markham, Barbara Minkus, Shelly Goldstein, and Dianne Fraser are among the celebrated singers who will be sharing their talents, and their love, for both Mr. Martin and Mr. Starr. Esteemed New York Pianist, Arranger and Vocal Coach Michael Lavine serves as Musical Director, and acclaimed Cabaret Director Clifford Bell, in collaboration with Rick, directs.

$20 donation includes refreshments. Get the exact location and make reservations by calling 323-769-6447.

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MAC PRELIMINARY PRELIMINARY BALLOT POSTED - AWAITING CORRECTIONS

MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets - http://www.macnyc.com/ ) has posted the preliminary preliminary ballot on their website and those who submitted nominations for a MAC AWARD are urged to check the list out to make sure the information listed is correct. Any errors discovered must be sent via e-mail to info@macnyc.com so corrections can be made before the preliminary ballots are mailed out for voting by the membership. Winners in the preliminary balloting will be voted on in the final ballot for this year's MAC AWARDS.

SALLY MAYES ADDED TO CAST OF THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

SALLY MAYES ADDED TO CAST OF THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

Tickets are now on sale for the fourth annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA on Friday, March 4th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC), produced by Tom Stajmiger. There are only 75 seats (with 22 of them already sold). You are urged to act quickly to assure seating.

Broadway/cabaret star and Tony nominee Sally Mayes has just been added to the cast, with more stars to follow. Tracy Stark has been chosen as musical director for this year's show. Also in the cast are Laurel Masse (founding member of Manhattan Transfer, Bistro Award winner for Best Jazz Vocalist); Gabrielle Stravelli (Bistro Award Winner - Performer on the Rise); and Lucia Spina (Broadway: Legally Blonde, South Pacific, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Miserables) and Jim VanSlyke (Singer/Songwriter/ Voice Teacher). (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)

There is a $25 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE ($30 cover for non-members). A $15 food/drink minimum will be collected the night of the show - credit cards accepted. All tickets must be purchased online - no reservations will be taken by the club - no tickets will be available the day of the show or at the door.

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Reservation will be considered valid when payment is received.

MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
PROMOTION IS SPONSORED IN PART BYMarty Geiger
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Sponsors will receive a free prime-seating ticket to the GALA plus a 1/4 page ad in the program booklet - a total value of $50, plus have their name/website included in all published promotional articles and mentions. Multiple sponsorships are possible - and you can choose to remain anonymous as well.

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SPECIAL: MEMORIAL TO CLAIBORNE CARY THURSDAY 02-17 AT DON'T TELL MAMA

SPECIAL: MEMORIAL TO CLAIBORNE CARY THURSDAY 02-17 AT DON'T TELL MAMA

There will be a memorial for the late Broadway/Cabaret Claiborne Cary on Thursday, February 17th at 2:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ). The date happens to be Claiborne's birthday. Claiborne Cary passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010 in Costa Mesa, California after suffering for several years with a form of Parkinsons disease at age 78. Several of her friends will be taking part, and letters from those who can't attend will be read. The event will also feature film clips of her performances, including her Cabaret Convention performance of "Something Cool." Many clips are from Clai's own video's, including a TV special from 1966, TV commercials, and clips from her shows. Please note: seating is limited and you must make a reservation via e-mail to celebratingclai@aol.com

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CHI: "CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY IN THE PARK" WITH SHELLEY MacARTHUR

CHI: "CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY IN THE PARK"
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Cabaret returns to Millennium Park in Chicago this winter with the second show of an all-new series, "Cabaret with a View", where audiences have a chance to sit on the stage of the JAY PRITZKER PAVILION to experience music in an intimate setting and a climate controlled environment. Presented by Millennium Park, the new series returns on Monday, February 14th at 7:30 pm with Shelley MacArthur for a special Valentines Day Performance. She will be joined by quartet, led by Bradley Williams. The performance will coincide with the release of Shelley's first CD, "With Love, Shelley." The evening will be a combination of Romantic love songs and jazz, with her special guest David Edelfelt. Millennium Park is located in the heart of downtown Chicago, bordered by Michigan Avenue to the west, Columbus Drive to the east, Randolph Street to the north and Monroe Street to the south. Tickets are $15 and are available by calling 312-742-8497 or by visitinghttp://www.millenniumpark.org/ .

NYC: THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1921 KICKS OF THE TOWN HALL'S BBTY SERIES TONIGHT

NYC: THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1921 KICKS OF BBTY SERIES

THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929) presents the 11th season of its acclaimed Broadway By The Year series, created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall on Valentine's Day, Monday, February 14th at 8:00 pm. Kicking off the 90th Anniversary of The Town Hall, the Broadway By The Year season will begin with THE BROADWAY MUSICALS of 1921, celebrating the great music that was performed the same year the historic building came to be,including The Follies, The Music Box Revues, The Scandals and more. The cast will include Broadway by the Year favorites Kendrick Jones (most recently seen starring in The Scottsboro Boys on Broadway), Christiane Noll and Bobby Steggert (Tony Nominated for their performances in Ragtime), and Jeffry Denman, who returns after directing, choreographing and starring in last summer's critically acclaimed All Singin' All Dancin'. Broadway by the Year takes the audience on a musical journey through the best of the Great White Way, featuring show-stopping numbers as well as lesser-known gems and little known facts and humor about our favorite shows. This season's shows will include the Broadway musicals of 1921, 1932, 1982 and 1997. Tickets are just $45, $50 and $55 and are available at The Town Hall Box Office or Ticketmaster, 800-982-2787 orhttp://www.ticketmaster.com/ .

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NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ AT METROPOLITAN ROOM FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ AT METROPOLITAN ROOM FOR VALENTINE'S DAY
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Craig Pomranz will return to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with his annual Valentine's Day show on Monday, February 14th at 9:00 pm. With a show that sings of enduring love, passion, lost love, lust Mr. Pomranz promises to produce as many laughs as sighs. The shows will include selections from his latest CD "More Than A Seasonal Thing". Musical Director is Stephen Bocchino. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: LIEVE & NEEDY SERIES: A VD KIND OF LOVE 2 TONIGHT AT MAMA'S

NYC: LIEVE & NEEDY SERIES: A VD KIND OF LOVE 2
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

GRACIOUS, WHIMSEY AND VERVE PRODUCTIONS are proud to present the fifth in their Lieve & Needy series: A VD KIND OF LOVE 2 ... the romance continues on Monday, February 14th at 7:00 pm atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Created by and starring Dezur Kenna (NEEDY), star of IN THESE SHOES and the downtown cult favorite ERIK AND THE SNOWMAIDENS and Eric Johnson (LIEVE) original Broadway casts of ME AND MY GIRL, CHESS and ASPECTS OF LOVE, the series debuted on February 14, 2010 with Lieve & Needy's A VD KIND OF LOVE. Each show features the effervescent singing duo of Lieve Laurence & Needy Torme, who hail from the (fictitious) town of Millerville, South Dakota. They are fervently supported (on more the just her piano) by their accompanist, "Miss Em" - Millerville's leading church organist. She is glowingly portrayed by none other than the real Emily Fellner (Musical Director), of DIRTY MAC AND THE BUMPER CROP BOYs and PURE PIAF fame. Each Lieve & Needy show commemorates a special day on the calendar and is performed only once. The series premier, A VD KIND OF LOVE was followed in June 2010 by A TREE GROWS IN MIDTOWN, A Celebration of Arbor Day, in August with STOP WAITING TO EXHALE: Embracing National Relaxation Day and November saw OUT OF THE RUNNING AND OUT OF OUR WAY, A Tribute to the New York City Marathon. Each show features an extensive line-up of songs, stories and special audience giveaways which highlight the chosen theme. A VD KIND OF LOVE 2 ...the romance continues is their inaugural show for 2011. Later this year, in addition to continuing their calendar celebration canon, Lieve & Needy will launch their new web series - MILLERVILLE, SD - coming soon to a monitor near you!! (http://www.lieveandneedy.com/ ). There is a $14 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Sunday, February 13, 2011

S.F.: CRAIG JESSUP IN FUNNY VALENTINE AT THE THROCKMORTON

S.F.: CRAIG JESSUP IN FUNNY VALENTINE
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Critically-acclaimed musical theater singer and cabaret artist Craig Jessup brings his cabaret show FUNNY VALENTINE for one night only to142 THROCKMORTON THEATRE (142 Throckmorton Avenue, Mill Valley, CA - 415-383-9600) on Sunday, February 13th at 7:30 pm. He will be performing songs about love by the Gershwins, Rodgers and Hart, and Stephen Sondheim. Songs by these musical giants rank as some of the wittiest, most romantic and most inspired writing in the Great American Songbook. Jessup will be joined on stage by musical director and accompanist Ken Muir. Craig Jessup has been playing theatres, cabarets and concert halls throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe for more than 25 years. Mr. Jessup has appeared in numerous musical revues and with Artstreet Theatre, Rohnert Park's Pacific Alliance Theatre Company, Broadway by the Bay (San Mateo), California Conservatory Theatre, 42nd Street Moon, the Aurora Theatre Company and Marin's Alter Theater Ensemble. Tickets are $25-$35.

S.F.: FAITH WINTHROP AT THE BLISS BAR WITH VALENTINE SHOW

S.F.: FAITH WINTHROP AT THE BLISS BAR WITH VALENTINE SHOW
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

San Francisco cabaret favorite Faith Winthrop will celebrate the many aspects of love on Sunday, February 13th at 4:00 pm at BLISS BAR (4026 24th Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-826-6200). She will honor the occasion with romantic, requited and impassioned standards, as well as both heavy and light-hearted torch songs of ambivalence and longing. As you may expect, there will be many laughs. Her musical cohorts will be Art Khu at the keyboard, and Chuck Bennett at the bass (romantics both). Call for cover/minimum information.

M.W.: MENZIE & MICHAEL TO PLAY NEW CABARET SERIES IN NAPERVILLE

M.W.: MENZIE & MICHAEL TO PLAY NEW CABARET SERIES
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT
The award-winning duo of Beckie Menzie and Tom Michael perform "Reel Love: An Evening of Hollywood Romance" at NORTH CENTRAL COLLEGE (30 N. Brainard Street, Naperville, IL - 630-637-(30 N. Brainard Street, Naperville, IL - 630-637-5307) on Sunday, February 13th at:00 pm. "Reel Love" features performances of such favorite movie melodies as "Charade," "Stepping Out With My Baby" and "Abba Dabba Honeymoon." The evening includes tunes from such beloved films as "The Wizard of Oz," "Chicago," "Easter Parade" and "An American In Paris." A three-time winner of After Dark Chicago's Outstanding Cabaret Artist Award, Menzie is a diva-in-demand. Her critically acclaimed solo CD "Real Emotional Girl" garnered national radio play and acclaim. Michael's two solo releases, "Written in the Stars" and "Sailing On," have received international critical acclaim and radio play as well. He is a two-time Chicago After Dark Award winner as well. Tickets are $25.

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ON THE RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": PRE-VALENTINE'S FUND RAISER

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": PRE-VALENTINE'S FUND RAISER
PLUS A NEW SEGMENT: "MARGARET MOMENTS"
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays, and is hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. On Sunday, February 13th, the show will start one hour earlier, at 8:00 pm and present a PRE-VALENTINE'S DAY FUND RAISING BROADCAST! Some of the singers that will be part of the mix: Barbara Cook, Steve & Eydie, Michael Feinstein, Kate & Cheyenne, Liza Minnelli, Frank & Judy, Carmen McRae, Eric & Barbara, Dana Lauren, Mario & Kathryn, Dave Brubeck, John & Jessica, Rosemary Clooney, Sal & Liz, Sherie Rene Scott, Lucy & Desi, Karen Mason, Ethel & Eddie, Jack Donahue, Jimmy & Linda. Keely Smith, John & Bertram, Linda Eder, Johnny & Barbra Annie Dinerman, Herb & Lani, Mary Pearson, Margaret Whiting & More. HELP SUPPORT WBAI-FM & EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN Call 212-209-2950 with your pledge during this broadcast. For your pledge of support David will send you: "Dave's CD Grab-Bag" as his gift to you. During the planning of his recent Tribute to the late Margaret Whiting, David decided to add a new segment to the broadcast, "Margaret Moments". For the next few months, as we all mourn the passing of this Great Lady Of Song, David will present remembrances of Margaret by her friends and colleagues. For more information, seehttp://www.oldisnew.org/ or contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON TODAY - THEME: "Love & Desire"

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON: "Love & Desire"

Mark Janas' Salon is held at ETCETERA ETCETERA (352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141 every Sunday evening from 7:00 to 10:30 pm with one intermission. The Salon returns on Sunday, February 13th with the theme "Love & Desire". Co-Hosts will be The Manhattan School of Music Students of Mark Janas - Adam Behlen, Juliana Curcio, Abbey Harr, Andy Klima, Anna Lawrence, Rachel Policar, Mitch Roe, Chris Sierra, Sarah Smith, Irene Snyder and Costas Tsourakis The Salon is where singers, writers and musicians share their talent with each other and audience members around a chosen theme. As always, the theme is only a suggestion; you may perform anything you like in any musical genre: Broadway, pop, rock, country, jazz, classical, etc. There are no reservations; seating is on a first come/ first served basis, with one intermission. Doors open and sign up begins at 6:15 pm. There is a $10 cash cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: SOUTH OF BROADWAY AT THE TRIAD WITH WILSON & PHILLIPS

NYC: SOUTH OF BROADWAY AT THE TRIAD

Southern-born Broadway veterans Tad Wilson and Jessica Phillips come together to explore their Tennessee roots in a concert of Today's Country Music on Sunday, February 13th at 9:30 PM at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590). Directed by Billy Porter and musically directed by Mary Mitchell-Campbell, Phillips and Wilson depict a perfect musical marriage of North and South, giving storytelling and passion a new voice in Crossover Country with a night of original tunes and the songs of some of today's hottest country artists. For the first time ever, witness this brilliant collaboration and experience a rare New York musical treat. Jessica Phillips can currently be se

en on Broadway as Marion in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. She was an Original Broadway Cast member of the Tony Award winning musical Next To Normal, Jesus Christ Superstar, and The Scarlet Pimpernel (vers. 1, 2 & 3) and toured the globe as Mrs. Walker in The Who's Tommy. Tad Wilson is currently on Broadway in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. Other Credits include Rock of Ages, Wonderland, Les Miserables, The Full Monty and The Civil War. He had the opportunity to join Larry Gatlin and Trisha Yearwood as well as many of his Broadway friends on stage for the Ford's Theatre Concert for the President featuring the music of The Civil War by Frank Wildhorn. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum

NYC: SALLY MAYES LIVE! AT BACKSTAGE DOPO TEATRO TONIGHT

NYC: SALLY MAYES LIVE! AT BACKSTAGE DOPO TEATRO
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Broadway & Cabaret's Sally Mayes will be performing a Valentine Concert atBACKSTAGE at TRATTORIA DOPO TEATRO (125 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-869-2849) on Saturday & Sunday, February 12th & 13th, both shows at 9:30 pm as a part of the BACKSTAGE concert series produced by Dale Badway/Badway on Broadway LLC & Michael Alden. Sally Mayes made her Broadway debut in Cy Coleman's WELCOME TO THE CLUB. Her performance won critical praise along with a Theatre World Award and Outer Critics Circle nomination as one of Broadway's outstanding newcomers. On Broadway, Sally is perhaps best known for her performance in the Roundabout Theatre revival of SHE LOVES ME for which she won Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominations. URBAN COWBOY garnered her another Drama Desk nomination, (Featured Actress in a Musical), and she most recently appeared in STEEL MAGNOLIAS. She has also starred in several OFF-BROADWAY productions, including CLOSER THAN EVER (Outer Critics Circle nomination), and DAS BARBECUE, PETE N'KEELY (Drama Desk nomination for Outstanding Actress in a Musical), She drew raves as Mae West in the National Tour of DIRTY BLONDE. Tickets are available through http://www.TicketLeap.com/ - see TicketLeap for cover/minimum information.

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