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Wednesday, April 6, 2011

L.A.: KRITZERLAND AT THE GARDENIA: THE ALAN MENKEN ALBUM TONIGHT

L.A.: KRITZERLAND AT THE GARDENIA: THE ALAN MENKEN ALBUM

Kritzerland at the Gardenia presents The Alan Menken Album on Wednesday, April 6th starting at 9:00 pm at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ). Over the years, Bruce Kimmel recorded many Menken songs with a variety of performers and was the first person to produce an all-Menken CD, The Alan Menken Album, back in the mid-1990s with performer Debbie Gravitte. As usual, our show will feature some of Menken's hits, but in true Kritzerland fashion, there will be several rare and seldom-heard Menken songs. The cast features Roger Befeler (Beast in the National Tour of Beauty and the Beast), Dan Callaway (Broadway National Company: The Phantom of the Opera), Kirsten Chandler (The Marvelous Wonderettes: Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show), Juliana Hansen (Millie, Thoroughly Modern Millie, first national tour), Alet Taylor (Adelaide in Cabrillo's Guys & Dolls; Lick Me/Bite Me The Producers) and Melody Hollis (Broadway: Susan in Irving Berlin's White Christmas). Special guest will be Sharon McNight. Music Director will be A. J. Robb. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. Kritzerland at The Gardenia shows happen on the first Wednesday of every month. Cover charge is $15 with a 2-drink minimum or dinner.
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CHI: KATERINA'S COMPOSERS STUDIO HOSTED BY JEANNIE TANNER

CHI: KATERINA'S COMPOSERS STUDIO HOSTED BY JEANNIE TANNER

On Wednesday, April 6th, Katerina's Composers Studio, hosted by Jeannie Tanner, continues at KATERINA'S CLUB (1920 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL - 773-348-7592 - ) from 7:30 to 11:30 pm. This monthly showcase features singer/songwriters and composers from the Chicago area. This month the showcase will feature the singer/songwriter and composers Sandra Antongiorgi, Marita Brake, Jess Godwin, Denise LaGrassa, Jen St. Stjarna and Deborah Wyndham, with special guest June Shellene. There will be performances by all of the artists, along with conversations with these singer-songwriters. Host Jeannie Tanner will interview the artists during the evening and open up the discussions, taking audience questions. The highlight of these shows continues to be the "improv songwriting" segment - as the songwriters take suggestions from the audience to compose on-the-spot. There us a $7 cover.

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH ALL-STAR CAST OF GUESTS

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA
2011 MAC AWARD NOMINEE VARIETY PRODUCTION/RECURRING SERIES

Dana Lorge hosts "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" every week at 8:00 pm at IGUANA'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, April 6th, guests are Champagne Pam, Jillian Laurain, Corky, Felisha Mae, George Stella, Sarah Rice, Bonnie Lee Saunders, Joey Infante, Lauren Robert, Val Ryder, Napua Davoy,Deborah David Vernon, Helena Grenot, Barbara Porteus, Michael Toro-comic, Richard Holbrook, Joe Coss, with Barry Levitt on keyboard, Saadi Zain on bass. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: ART LILLARD'S HEAVENLY BIG BAND

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: ART LILLARD'S HEAVENLY BIG BAND

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, April 6th and features Art Lillard's Heavenly Big Band. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $10 donation.

NYC: HAPPY HOUR WITH DARYL AT MAMA'S WITH SPECIAL GUEST!

NYC: HAPPY HOUR WITH DARYL AT MAMA'S

Mac/Bistro award winning singer/pianist Daryl Sherman will present a new mini-concert series at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Wednesday, April 6th at 6:30 pm. Ms. Sherman serves up an hour's worth of musical mirth and musings on life (with the help of a cocktail and every great songwriter in the world) that will adjust your attitude to face the rest of your evening. Daryl's special guest will be Ronny Whyte - together they will be celebrating the April 7th Broadway opening of "Anything Goes". There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: SIGALI PRESENTS A TOAST TO AVA GARDNER - LAST SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: SIGALI PRESENTS A TOAST TO AVA GARDNER

Sigali returns to the cabaret stage in March and April 2011, with her latest show: A Toast to Ava Gardner at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Final performance is Wednesday, April 6th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by both the life and films of one of the 20th century's most alluring screen goddesses, the show draws heavily from the American songbook standards of the 30s and 40s and 50s. While one can expect a song or two from Ava's films, Sigali explores the ups and downs of Ava's extraordinary life with music from Gershwin and Weill to Mercer and Mancini. Accompanying Sigali on the piano is Musical Director & Arranger, Ido Alexander. The show is directed by Scott Coulter. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

SF: DENISE PERRIER AT THE RRAZZ ROOM

SF: DENISE PERRIER AT THE RRAZZ ROOM

Vocalist Denise Perrier brings her show "Bessie, Dinah and Me... Denise Perrier" to RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) on Tuesday & Wednesday, April 5th & 6th at 8:00 pm. Denise Perrier has spent most of her 30-year career performing in the San Francisco Bay Area and touring Europe, Latin America and Asia. With her latest CD, The Second Time Around, with guest Houston Person, she has moved to a higher level of artistry and popularity. Harkening back to the time when a singer told the story and left the rest to the instrumentalists, Denise has a very welcoming straight-ahead style, concentrating on the standards and adding blues and Latin for variety. There is a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: LITTLE ANTHONY & THE IMPERIALS AT FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: LITTLE ANTHONY & THE IMPERIALS AT FEINSTEIN'S

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/ ) presents the debut of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Little Anthony & The Imperials from Tuesdays through Saturdays, April 5th through 16th. Shows are at 8:30 pm on Tuesdays through Thursdays, and at 8:00 & 10:30 pm on Fridays & Saturdays. For their first New York nightclub engagement in 35 years, The Imperials will perform hits from their extraordinary career as one of R&B's most popular vocal groups including "Tears on My Pillow," "Goin' Out of My Head," "Shimmy, Shimmy, Ko-Ko-Bop" and more. The group was recently inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame and honored as recipients of the Rhythm & Blues Foundation's Fourth Annual Pioneer Award. They were also inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame Museum in Sharon, PA. There is a $60-$75 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: LONETTE MC KEE MAKES OAK ROOM DEBUT

NYC: LONETTE MC KEE MAKES OAK ROOM DEBUT

Acclaimed actress-singer-composer Lonette McKee will make her Oak Room debut in a new show, "Can't Help Lovin'" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331 - ) from Tuesday through Saturday, April 5th through 30th. Performances are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm and late shows on Friday and Saturday at 11:00 pm. Lonette exploded onto the screen in the Motown-inspired cult musical "Sparkle." Then starred as a 30s torch singer opposite Gregory Hines in Cotton Club and a 50s Paris-based jazz singer in 'Round Midnight. On Broadway she starred as Julie in two major productions of Show Boat and off-Broadway as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill. Ms. McKee's songlist includes "How Long Has This Been Going On," "Them There Eyes," "Ill Wind," "When A Woman Loves a Man," "Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man" and "Bill," among others. Musical Director is Bette Sussman, who has also worked with Whitney Houston, Bette Midler and Aretha Franklin. Drums & Percussion: Kahlil Kwame Bell. Bass: Lee Nadel. Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, currently preparing Catch Me If You Can for Broadway, are consultants. Cover charge per person is $50 weeknights and late shows and $60 for early weekend shows plus either a $30 minimum or a $60 prix fixe dinner.

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN APRIL TO THE BEECHMAN

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN APRIL TO THE BEECHMAN

Comedy legend Joan Rivers returns with her her live stand-up act to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 ) on Tuesday, April 5th at 7:00 pm; Wednesday, April 19th at 8:00 pm and Thursday, April 21st at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $40 and should be purchased at http://www.spincyclenyc.comor 212-352-3101. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, reality TV and award show fashions. Rivers delivers a raunchy, politically incorrect evening of stand-up comedy. Pre-show, Lance Cruce entertains at the piano. A portion of the proceeds going to Joan Rivers' favorite charities: God's Love We Deliver and Guide Dogs for the Blind. A full dinner menu and bar are available. There is a $15 per person food/drink minimum.
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NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Jazz legend Annie Ross continues her unprecedented, record-breaking, multi-year run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), every Tuesday night in April at 9:30 pm. Ms. Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. Annie Ross is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", "Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: SIGALI PRESENTS A TOAST TO AVA GARDNER

NYC: SIGALI PRESENTS A TOAST TO AVA GARDNER

Sigali returns to the cabaret stage in March and April 2011, with her latest show: A Toast to Ava Gardner at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Performances are Saturday, March 19th at 4:00 pm; Friday, March 25th at 9:30 pm; Tuesday, April 5th at 7:00 pm; and Wednesday, April 6th at 7:00 pm. Inspired by both the life and films of one of the 20th century's most alluring screen goddesses, the show draws heavily from the American songbook standards of the 30s and 40s and 50s. While one can expect a song or two from Ava's films, Sigali explores the ups and downs of Ava's extraordinary life with music from Gershwin and Weill to Mercer and Mancini. Accompanying Sigali on the piano is Musical Director & Arranger, Ido Alexander. The show is directed by Scott Coulter. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: TAKE A VACATION WITH KATHLEEN FRANCE AT MAMA'S

NYC: TAKE A VACATION WITH KATHLEEN FRANCE AT MAMA'S
2011 MAC AWARD NOMINEE FOR BEST FEMALE DEBUT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

2010 MAC Nominee Kathleen France brings her new show VACATION to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Thursday, April 5th & 7th, all shows at 7:00 pm. Featuring music sung by artists such as Johnny Cash, Eva Cassidy, The Indigo Girls, Bruno Mars, Norah Jones, Three Dog Night, and Melody Gardot this upbeat show will take you away from the pressures of city life to a tropical island paradise. Music Direction by Barry Levitt, percussion by Mayra Casales, with Grammy Award Winning Skip Ward on Upright Bass. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

Monday, April 4, 2011

NEW VIEWS, REVIEWS, NEWS COLUMN BY SUE MATSUKI POSTED ON THE WEBSITE MINUTES AGO

We just posted a new "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column by Sue Matsuki on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - This week (April 4th) Sue's column is about "STUFF" (aka more Pet Peeves – WARNING: she's cranky today!). She also gives a "anonymous-non-review" and plugs some upcoming cabaret events.

The Monday issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE that was sent out a few minutes ago as well to our 2700+ subscribers (free) and is now posted on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website- . Today's issue has news about THE BACA CABARET FESTIVAL, THE PROVINCETOWN CABARET FESTIVAL, THE MELBOURNE COMEDY FESTIVAL and my favorite: LEAFY SEA DRAGON FESTIVAL IN YANKALILLA.

Also there's news of our new SHOW CANCELLATION GUARANTEE for advertisers. Of course, there are more listings Is your cabaret event announcement included? Send a press release to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com - a flier is not a press release!)

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SF: VILLA D'ESTE PRESENTS "SUPPER CLUB SIX"

SF: VILLA D'ESTE PRESENTS "SUPPER CLUB SIX"

On the first Monday of every month, starting on Monday, April 4th, VILLA D'ESTE SUPPER CLUB (2623 Ocean Avenue, San Francisco, CA - 415-334-0580) presents "The Supper Club Six" from 6:00 to 9:30 pm. Performers include Singer-Songwriter, Marilyn Cooney; Musical Theatre Star, Dorothy Donell; Marin's Songbird, Kat Fitzgerald; Int'l Chanteuse, Kathy Holly; Songstress, Debra Mugnani; Crooner, Bill Ramos. Special guest on the 4th is Tenor, Jorge Gomez. They will be accompanied by Pianist, David Motke and Bassist, Chris Amberger. There is no cover - reservations are recommended.
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CHI: CHICAGO SINGS: RODGERS, RODGERS, & GUETTEL

CHI: CHICAGO SINGS: RODGERS, RODGERS, & GUETTEL

Porchlight Music Theatre will present its 6th annual "Chicago Sings" concert, Chicago Sings: Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel on Monday, April 4th at 7:30 pm at MAYNE STAGE (1328 West Morse Street, Chicago, IL - TKTS: 773-325-9884). This event will celebrate the work of music theatre legends Richard Rodgers, his daughter Mary Rodgers, and his grandson Adam Guettel. Directed by Rob Lindley with musical direction by Doug Peck, the concert will feature more than 15 Chicagoland music theater stars. Tony Award-winner Adam Guettel (The Light in the Piazza, Floyd Collins) is the son of composer and author Mary Rodgers (Once Upon a Mattress, Working) and grandson of Tony, Emmy, Grammy, Academy Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical theater composer Richard Rodgers (Oklahoma!, South Pacific, The King and I, The Sound of Music.). A selection of Rodgers, Rodgers and Guettel pieces will be presented, including pop standards Richard Rodgers wrote with Lorenz Hart such as "My Funny Valentine," "The Lady is a Tramp," and "Blue Moon." Performers scheduled to appear are: E. Faye Butler, Brianna Borger, Mary Ernster, Roberta Duchak, Rebecca Finnegan, Nicholas Foster, Jess Godwin, Cory Goodrich, Ross Lehman, Bethany Dawn Lindner, Michael Lindner, Colleen McHugh, Susie McMonagle, Tom Michael, Christine Mild, Jeff Parker, Peggy Roeder and Bethany Thomas. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. Tickets are $45-$60.
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NYC: DONNA McKECHNIE RETURNS ONE NIGHT ONLY AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: DONNA McKECHNIE RETURNS ONE NIGHT ONLY AT THE BEECHMAN

Tony Award-winner Donna Mckechnie, one of Broadway's most beloved and esteemed performers, will return to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) with her critically-acclaimed solo show, My Musical Comedy Life on Monday, April 4th at 8:00 pm. Currently co-starring off-Broadway in Love, Loss & What I Wore, Ms. McKechnie returns to The Beechman for one night only. The show is directed by Richard Jay-Alexander. Musical Direction by Alex Rybeck. My Musical Comedy Life is Ms. McKechnie's first New York engagement in five years. Last year, she received glowing notices when she toured with this show in Australia, visiting both Sydney and Melbourne and also appearing as the star of the Adelaide Cabaret Festival at the invitation of Artistic Director, David Campbell. My Musical Comedy Life encompasses music from some of Broadway's most celebrated composers, including Stephen Sondheim, Ed Kleban and Marvin Hamlisch, Rodgers and Hammerstein and Cy Coleman, as well as more contemporary artists including Francesca Blumenthal and Ann Hampton Callaway. There is a $35 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE'S "THE SEDAKA SHOW" AT FEINSTEIN'S OPENS TONIGHT

NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE'S "THE SEDAKA SHOW" AT FEINSTEIN'S

Jim Van Slyke returns toFEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) in grand style with his critically-acclaimed show, "The Sedaka Show," celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka. Jim lights up the stage with this tribute to pop music legend Neil Sedaka and five decades of top 40 hits every Monday in April, the 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th, all shows at 8:30 pm. Conceived and directed by Tony-nominated singer/actor Brian Lane Green, "The Sedaka Show" features Jim's beautiful voice and charm with the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka, including "Laughter in the Rain," "Hungry Years," "Solitaire," and classic Sedaka hits like "Oh Carol," "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do," "Happy Birthday, Sweet Sixteen," "Where the Boys Are," and the blockbuster hit, "Love Will Keep Us Together." With musical arrangements by award-winning musical director Tim DiPasqua, this tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems, and a few surprises! One surprise: Terese Genecco joins Jim on April 25th. Jim will also celebrate the forthcoming release of his brand new CD, The Sedaka Sessions, featuring two duets with Neil Sedaka. The CD will be available for prerelease at all April performances. There is a $30-$50 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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Sunday, April 3, 2011

SF: PERFECT HERMANY: JASON GRAAE SINGS JERRY HERMAN AT THE RRAZZ

SF: PERFECT HERMANY: JASON GRAAE SINGS JERRY HERMAN

In honor of Jerry Herman's 80th birthday, Jason Graae takes the stage of RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) to debut his latest show "Perfect Hermany: Jason Graae Sings Jerry Herman". Performances are on Sunday, April 3rd at 4:00 pm and Monday, April 4th at 8:00 pm. The voice of "Lucky The Leprechaun" for Lucky Charms, Graae has had an extensive career on stage in A Grand Night For Singing, Falsettos, Stardust, Snoopy, Grand Tour, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Guys and Dolls. For the last 10 years, Graae has toured Herman's Mack & Mabel at Lincoln Center, The Grand Tour in L.A. and NYC, and was featured in the PBS documentary Words and Music by Jerry Herman. There is a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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CHI: CELEBRATION OF RALPH LAMPKIN IN CHICAGO THROUGH WEDNESDAY

CHI: CELEBRATION OF RALPH LAMPKIN IN CHICAGO

Lampkin Music Group is proud to announce "What He Did for Love: A Chicago Musical Menu" presented at STAGE 773 (1225 West Belmont Street, Chicago, IL - 773-327-5252) Sunday through Wednesday, April 3rd through 6th at 6:30 & 8:30 pm. The series, a celebration of founder Ralph Lampkin's three decades of work in the Midwest cabaret, theater, and music scenes, will boast the talents of legendary Chicago artist Alexandra Billings and Jeff award winning actor Jeremy Rill among the line-up. A percentage of the proceeds will benefit Groceryland/Vital Bridges and PrideFilmsandPlays.com. Lampkin Music Group has produced numerous recordings, live theatrical and nightclub presentations throughout the past three decades, including Billings' autobiographical show, "Before I Disappear", which received extensions in Los Angeles, Chicago, and Off-Broadway. In the past five years LMG has presented the celebrated Midwest premieres of Tony Award winner Donna McKechnie's ("A Chorus Line) "My Musical Comedy Life," the film "Stealth," featuring Alexandra Billings, and the Carnegie Hall/Weill Hall debut of Jazz Singer Martha Lorin. LMG has also produced album recordings for some of today's top talents, including Broadway personality Devin Richards, Martha Lorin, Carlo Chapelle, Alexandra Billings and Robin Kay. LMG's humanitarian work includes producing shows for many Aids organizations, Teen Living Programs, Chicago Children's Hospital, and many other causes close to his heart. LMG is the brainchild of producer, writer, director, and songwriter Ralph Lampkin, Jr. Each performer in this series represents a different musical genre that is part of the makeup of talents LMG has nurtured. Having received critical praise from many a Midwest writer for his productions, Lampkin is proud to bring to the area another eclectic show of talents. For more information see:http://www.stage773.com/ Tickets are $15.

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": FEATURING THE MUSIC OF EDITH PIAF

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MUSIC OF EDITH PIAF
CABARET ON THE RADIO - 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. This Sunday, April 3rd, David will feature the music of the music of Edith Piaf. Some of the songs from her career that you will hear include "La Vie En Rose"; "L'Accordeoniste"; "Hymne A L'Amour"; "Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien" and "L'Homme A La Moto" For more information, see http://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 at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ .
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NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON SKIPS THIS WEEK - BACK ON SUNDAY THE 10th

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON SKIPS THIS WEEK - BACK ON THE 10th

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 is where singers, writers and musicians share their talent with each other and audience members around a chosen theme. There will be no Salon event on Sunday, April 3rd, but Mark & the gang will return on Sunday, April 10th. For details see http://www.markjanasthesalon.com/ .

NJ: DARYL SHERMAN AT SHANGHAI JAZZ - 6 to 8 PM

NJ: DARYL SHERMAN AT SHANGHAI JAZZ

Mac/Bistro award winning singer/pianist Daryl Sherman returns to SHANGHAI JAZZ (24 Main Street, Madison, NJ - 973-822-2899) on Sunday, April 3rd from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. She will be joined by James Chirillo (guitar) and Boots Maleson (bass). There is a $10 cover, no minimum. For 14 years Ms. Sherman played and sang for savvy New Yorkers and international visitors at the Waldorf Astoria's famed Cole Porter Steinway. There is a $10 cover - no minimum.
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NYC: JAN DALEY HONORS MUSIC OF BOB HOPE AT FEINSTEIN'S- TONIGHT ONLY

NYC: JAN DALEY HONORS MUSIC OF BOB HOPE AT FEINSTEIN'S

Vocalist Jan Daley brings her show "Where There's Hope - A Tribute to the Love Songs of Bob Hope's Legacy: to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) on Sunday, April 3rd at 8:30 pm. Jan Daley was the singing star of Bob Hope's Troop shows and entertained over 100,000 troops around the world including in wartime Viet Nam. When Hope died, the Hope family chose Jan to perform "Thanks for the Memory," Hope's own signature song, at his memorial. Her new CD, Where There's Hope, is a tribute to her former boss; it takes a new look at the many love songs the funny man introduced to the world. There is a $30-$50 cover with a $25 food/drink minimum.
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Saturday, April 2, 2011

THE BOSTON CABARET SPRING FESTIVAL - APRIL 8 & 9

THE BOSTON CABARET SPRING FESTIVAL will take place on Friday & Saturday, April 8th & 9th - two shows each night at 7:00 & 9:15 pm at THE CAMBRIDGE MULTICULTURAL ARTS CENTER(41 Second Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-577-1400). The 2-night event will feature the fine artistry of 20 BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists) vocalists. You are invited to browse the art galleries prior to doors opening. Wine and soft drinks are available for purchase. Plenty of parking one block away. Friday, April 8th at 7:00 pm, Leslie Holmes, Sara Brodsky, Ted Davis and Maeve Spain duo; 9:15 pm, Ronnie Springer, David Diamond, Mary Catherine Ward, Debbie Lane, Casey Thomas and Lisa Hall duo. Tom LaMark accompanying both shows. Saturday, April 9th at 7:00 pm, Mary Crowe, Peter Ambler, Joyce Friedman, Ashley Lieberman, and Annie Sharkey; 9:15 pm, Louise Van Aarsen, Andrew Celantano, Phil Kassel, Kevin Luey, Christine Fontana. Doug Hammer accompanies both shows. Tickets are $15 - available at the box office or online (also on the BACA website at http://bostoncabaret.org/
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