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Saturday, July 23, 2011

CHI: HILARY ANN FELDMAN ENCORE PERFORMANCES AT DAVENPORT'S

CHI: HILARY ANN FELDMAN ENCORE PERFORMANCES AT DAVENPORT'S

Vocalist Hilary Ann Feldman returns to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) with her acclaimed show "Hollywood & Broadway: A Fine Romance" for two encore performances on Saturdays, July 23rd & 30th at 8:00 pm. About the time Eddie Cantor was 'Makin' Whoopee', a young Hollywood spotted Old Dame Broadway across a crowded country. He flirted with her until she could resist no longer. Thus began a beautiful relationship - filled with creativity, intrigue and, of course, romance - that has lasted nearly a century. Experience this unique and remarkable tale, beautifully told through backstage stories, delectable anecdotes, and the best music of both worlds. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN AT MAMA'S TONIGHT

NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN AT MAMA'S

Cabaret favorites Tommy Femia and Rick Skye are teaming up for another evening of "Judy and Liza Together Again" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 )) on Saturday, July 23rd at 8:30 pm. These MAC Award winning performers (Best Impersonation) will pull out all the stops, singing classic solo's, parodies, duets and just plain whooping and hollering by the greatest mother/daughter team in show biz history. David Maiocco as Mort Lindsay will musical direct. Tommy Femia is a 7 time winner of the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) Award for his brilliant portrayal of Judy Garland in "Judy Garland LIVE!", now in it's 20th season at Don't Tell Mama. He has also starred in "Whoop-de-doo", "I Will Come Back" and, most recently, "Norma Does Men". Rick Skye is best known for writing a string of outrageous comic revues including "The Flip Side of Neil Sedaka", "MaCabaret )a tabloid fable", "The War of the Mama Roses", "It's Madame with an E" and the International hit )"A Slice O' Minnelli" for which has enjoyed successful season's in Covent Garden, at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End and at the Dublin Theatre Festival where he received the Award for "Best Achievement in Performance". There is a $22 cover charge and a 2 drink minimum.

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NYC: BRITISH TV STAR MELANIE STACE "STEPPIN OUT" AT THE MET

NYC: BRITISH TV STAR MELANIE STACE "STEPPIN OUT"

British TV star Melanie Stace makes her New York concert debut at the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 )) with final performance on Saturday, July 23rd at 9:30 pm. Acclaimed for her roles on the West End, British television, and, for five seasons in Seattle and San Francisco in "Teatro ZinZanni," Stace premieres a new show "Steppin' Out," backed by a four-piece band led by the pianist and music director Doug Oberhamer. A widely recognized television personality in her native Britain, Stace alternates between concerts and theatre on the West Coast and in London. "Steppin' Out" features a widely eclectic repertoire of songs that swing liberally between contemporary and vintage musical and show business reference points. From James Taylor to Irving Berlin and Doris Fisher, to Billy Joel and Billie Holiday, Harry Connick Jr., Vernon Duke, Leon Russell and, of all things, Odyssey, Stace brings a nightclub/big band sensibility to songs that she says are "musically and emotionally all over the map." Her quartet, led by Doug Oberhamer, includes Greg Chudzik on bass, Tony Romano on guitar, and Eric Halvorson on drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC CONTINUES AT MAMA'S IN JULY - MUST SEE CABARET

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC CONTINUES AT MAMA'S IN JULY
MEMBER DISCOUNT )$5 OFF THE COVER

Karen Mack & Michael Holland return with their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2011" All Request Show toDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC )212-757-0788 )). Performances in July are on Saturdays, July 2nd at 8:30 pm; July 9th at 8:30 pm; July 16th & 23rd 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. 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. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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Friday, July 22, 2011

NYC: THE GARY NEGBAUR GOES SOLO TONIGHT AT TOMI JAZZ

NYC: THE GARY NEGBAUR GOES SOLO AT TOMI JAZZ

Gary Negbaur will be performing a solo show of all original material at TOMI JAZZ (239 East 53rd Street, NYC - 646-497-1254) on Friday, July 22nd with sets from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am. Pianist/singer/ songwriter Gary Negbaur has toured across the USA, Europe and Australia wowing audiences with his heartfelt and often humorous originals along with his innovative arrangements of standards. His recordings include a CD of original music (Let Me Explain) as well as a critically acclaimed solo album of standards (Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat) and a children's CD (Max's Family Band). In addition to performing, Gary writes music for theater and film, and many of his songs are performed and recorded by other singers. There is a $10 charge and a $10 minimum.

FL: JEFF HARNAR AT THE ROYAL ROOM THROUGH JULY 30th

FL: JEFF HARNAR AT THE ROYAL ROOM

Multiple award winner Jeff Harnar will be returning to the THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Fridays & Saturdays, July 22nd & 23rd and 29th & 30th. Jeff Harnar An award-winning cabaret, concert and recording artist, Harnar appeared at Carnegie Hall in both the Cole Porter and Noel Coward centennial galas and comes to the Colony directly from his sold-out Town Hall Cole Porter concert with Andrea Marcovicci. In addition to some of his favorites by Cole Porter, Mr. Harnar's Colony appearance will include standards and surprises from the Great American Songbook. Television credits include The 1959 Broadway Songbook (PBS) and as the singing host of "Gershwin on Ice" starring Dorothy Hamill (A&E). He has four solo CD's in release and has won 3 MAC Awards and 4 Back Stage Bistro Awards. There is a $110 cover for dinner & show; $70 for show only.
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PA: JEANNE MACDONALD CELEBRATES MISS PEGGY LEE IN NEW HOPE

PA: JEANNE MACDONALD CELEBRATES MISS PEGGY LEE

In her award winning show "Come Back To Me," on Friday, July 22nd at 8:30 pm, acclaimed cabaret artist Jeanne MacDonald brings to BOB EGAN'S NEW HOPE - SUPPER CLUB AND CABARET (6426 Lower York Road, Route 202, New Hope, PA- )215-862-5225) her glowing celebration of Miss Peggy Lee, sharing classics like 'Fever,' 'Black Coffee' and 'It's A Good Day' as well as some of Lee's lesser known material. With multi-talented Rick Jensen as arranger/ musical director of the trio, MacDonald proves herself an artist with both the sensibility and sensitivity to convey the essence of this legend, weaving her spell with finesse. There is a $30 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: THE KITANO PRESENTS JOYCE BREACH

NYC: THE KITANO PRESENTS JOYCE BREACH

Jazz vocalist Joyce Breach will appear for one night only at THE KITANO HOTEL'S GARDEN CAFE (66 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-885-7119) on Friday, July 22nd with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. She will be joined by Jon Weber on piano and Neal Miner on bass. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC GOES WEEKLY: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC GOES WEEKLY: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

METROJAM, the monthly cabaret/jazz open mic event held at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ), will have its next show on Friday, July 22nd at 10:00 pm, featuring host Jenna Esposito. The show will continue every Friday night in July. Accompaniment is provided by the MetroJam house band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Each week, Jenna welcomes a special guest. The special guest for this week is TBA. Open-mic performers have a chance to perform with a full jazz band. If you're planning to perform, please arrive by 9:30 pm to sign up and be sure to bring two copies of your music (uptempo is recommended!). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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Monday, July 18, 2011

NYC: 5TH ANNUAL SUMMER BROADWAY FESTIVAL AT THE TOWN HALL - BROADWAY'S RISING STARS

NYC: 5TH ANNUAL SUMMER BROADWAY FESTIVAL AT THE TOWN HALL

THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC- 212-840-2824), presents the 5th Annual Summer Broadway Festival, created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall. Presented on three consecutive Monday nights in July at 8:00 pm the second show of the series, BROADWAY'S RISING STARS will be presented on July 18th, and ALL SINGIN' ALL DANCIN' on July 25th. The evenings will feature music and dance coupled with witty insider tidbits, all performed by Broadway's finest. BROADWAY'S RISING STARS on July 18th is once again directed by Nightlife Award-winning vocalist Scott Coulter. The next generation of Broadway performers were chosen during auditions throughout the spring and come from theatrical institutions across the country, including AMDA, CAP21, Steinhardt, Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Carnegie Melon, Marymount and The New School. These young future performers will make their auspicious debut on The Town Hall stage in what has now become regarded as the country's national showcase. Tickets are $40 & $30.

NYC: THE THIRD ANNUAL BROADWAY MEOWS BENEFIT AT DON'T TELL MAMA

NYC: THE THIRD ANNUAL BROADWAY MEOWS AT DON'T TELL MAMA
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

The Third Annual BROADWAY MEOWS, a concert to benefit the HUMANE SOCIETY OF NEW YORK will be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788), one night only, on Monday, July 18th at 7:00 pm. The evening will be comprised of songs by composer/ lyricist Seth Bisen-Hersh. Bisen-Hersh will be joined on stage by a phenomenal cast including Lanene Charters (Mamma Mia), Brian Childers (Danny and Sylvia), Sean Patrick Doyle (La Cage aux Folles), Russell Fischer (Jersey Boys), Gaelen Gillilan (9 to 5), Kimberly Faye Greenberg (One Night with Fanny Brice), Lara Janine (Rock of Ages), Stephanie Klemons (Bring It On), Ryan Link (Wonderland), Garrett Long (South Pacific), Olivia Oguma (Les Miserables), Brian Charles Rooney (The Threepenny Opera), Mackenzie Thomas (Mamma Mia), Kristen Beth Williams (Anything Goes) and Elisa Winter (Sweeney Todd). The concert will also feature a preview of Seth Bisen-Hersh's upcoming Off-Broadway musical, Love Quirks featuring its original cast: Crystal Davidson, Nathan Freeman, Rori Nogee and Brian Shaw. The concert will be produced by Dennis Fowler, directed by Laura Pestronk, stage managed by Rich Abrams with Emma Peele coordinating production. All the proceeds for the evening will go to the Humane Society of New York, which has "cared for animals in need when illness, injury or homelessness strikes" for over 100 years. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT: CAST OF THOUSANDS - MUST SEE CABARET

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT: CAST OF THOUSANDS

MAC Award-winning vocalist and Broadway performer Eric Michael Gillett brings his acclaimed show "Cast of Thousands" featuring the music of Craig Carnelia, to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) for one more performances, on Monday July 18th at 7:00 pm. Eric is considered by many to be the foremost interpreter of this Broadway and cabaret composer's intricate and moving portraits of contemporary life. Cast of Thousands weaves a rich tapestry of song, as Gillett enacts the lives of the thousands of people with whom we interact every day, but may never come to know. Now, 15 years after it was first performed, Gillett returns to the material that inspired his first songbook collaboration, in an evening that explores not only songs from the original production, but also new material written by Carnelia in the intervening years. The show incorporates songs from the acclaimed scores Is There Life After High School, Working and Three Postcards, as well as contemporary cabaret classics such as Flight and Life on Earth, and new material from Actor, Lawyer, Indian Chief. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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Monday, July 11, 2011

NYC: JULIE HALSTON RETURNS IN OLD, NEW, BORROWED, BLUE AT BIRDLAND

NYC: JULIE HALSTON RETURNS IN OLD, NEW, BORROWED, BLUE

Jim Caruso presents Broadway and television personality Julie Halston at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Monday, July 11th at 7:00 pm. Her show, Old, New, Borrowed, Blue, is part of the Broadway at Birdland concert series. Julie returns in this brand new show, which will combine her usual hysterical observations of life, show biz and the fall of Western Civilization. Ms. Halston is one of the busiest actress/comediennes working today. She is currently starring in Charles Busch's new play, Olive and the Bitter Herbs at Primary Stages, opening in July. She was recently re-teamed with Busch off-Broadway in The Divine Sister, for which she was nominated for a Drama Desk Award. She also played Tina Carmello on the CBS sitcom "The Class" to great acclaim several seasons ago. Well-known to theatre audiences, she was last seen on Broadway in Hairspray after receiving rave reviews (as well as receiving Drama Desk and Drama League nominations) for her performance in William Hamilton's White Chocolate. There is a $25-$35 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT: CAST OF THOUSANDS TONIGHT - MUST SEE CABARET

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT: CAST OF THOUSANDS

MAC Award-winning vocalist and Broadway performer Eric Michael Gillett brings his acclaimed show "Cast of Thousands" featuring the music of Craig Carnelia, to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) for two more performances: Mondays July 11th & 18th - all shows at 7:00 pm. Eric is considered by many to be the foremost interpreter of this Broadway and cabaret composer's intricate and moving portraits of contemporary life. Cast of Thousands weaves a rich tapestry of song, as Gillett enacts the lives of the thousands of people with whom we interact every day, but may never come to know. Now, 15 years after it was first performed, Gillett returns to the material that inspired his first songbook collaboration, in an evening that explores not only songs from the original production, but also new material written by Carnelia in the intervening years. The show incorporates songs from the acclaimed scores Is There Life After High School, Working and Three Postcards, as well as contemporary cabaret classics such as Flight and Life on Earth, and new material from Actor, Lawyer, Indian Chief. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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Saturday, July 9, 2011

PA: KAREN AKERS RETURNS WITH "ANYTHING GOES: PORTER & MORE!" TONIGHT ONLY

PA: KAREN AKERS RETURNS WITH "ANYTHING GOES: PORTER & MORE!"

Bob Egan Entertainment presents the return of Karen Akers with Her New Show "Anything Goes' - Porter And More!" at BOB EGAN'S NEW HOPE - SUPPER CLUB AND CABARET (6426 Lower York Road, Route 202, New Hope, PA - 215-862-5225) on Saturday, July 9th at 8:30 pm. Akers is joined by long time musical director, Don Rebic, to present a new show that not only includes songs by Cole Porter, but favorites from Rogers and Hart, songs from Maury Yeston's "Nine" (for which Ms. Akers memorably appeared and received a Tony nomination), as well as French language classics for which Akers has received much acclaim. Karen Akers received a Tony nomination for her Broadway debut as Luisa Contini in the original Tommy Tune-directed production of "Nine." She returned to Broadway in another acclaimed Tune musical, "Grand Hotel". Her feature film credits include "The Purple Rose of Cairo," "Heartburn" and "Vibes," and she was seen in an episode of the hit TV series "Cheers." Akers, however, has received her greatest acclaim for her concert and cabaret work. Her solo recordings - including "Like It Was," "Presenting Karen Akers," "In a Very Unusual Way" and "If We Only Have Love" - are all available on CD. There is a $45 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN AT MAMA'S TONIGHT

NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN AT MAMA'S

Cabaret favorites Tommy Femia and Rick Skye are teaming up for another evening of "Judy and Liza Together Again" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturdays, July 9th & 23rd at 8:30 pm. These MAC Award winning performers (Best Impersonation) will pull out all the stops, singing classic solo's, parodies, duets and just plain whooping and hollering by the greatest mother/daughter team in show biz history. David Maiocco as Mort Lindsay will musical direct. Tommy Femia is a 7 time winner of the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) Award for his brilliant portrayal of Judy Garland in "Judy Garland LIVE!", now in it's 20th season at Don't Tell Mama. He has also starred in "Whoop-de-doo", "I Will Come Back" and, most recently, "Norma Does Men". Rick Skye is best known for writing a string of outrageous comic revues including "The Flip Side of Neil Sedaka", "MaCabaret - a tabloid fable", "The War of the Mama Roses", "It's Madame with an E" and the International hit - "A Slice O' Minnelli" for which has enjoyed successful season's in Covent Garden, at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End and at the Dublin Theatre Festival where he received the Award for "Best Achievement in Performance". There is a $22 cover charge and a 2 drink minimum.

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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC CONTINUES AT MAMA'S IN JULY - MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC CONTINUES AT MAMA'S IN JULY
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Karen Mack & Michael Holland return with their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2011" All Request Show toDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Performances in July are on Saturdays, July 9th at 8:30 pm; July 16th & 23rd 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. 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. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER CD RELEASE EVENT AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER CD RELEASE EVENT

Baby Jane Dexter returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for a special summer encore engagement celebrating the release of her new live CD, "The Real World" on Quannacut Records. Opening on Friday, July 8th at 7:00 pm, the show will run two consecutive weekends on Fridays & Saturdays through July 16th. This show, which enjoyed a sold out run in November and December 2010, has been hailed by many critics as her finest show to date by this beloved artist who continues to top herself in what is one of the greatest comebacks in the history of night life. Her acclaimed, long time musical partner Ross Patterson will again be her musical director. 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. This marks the release of Ms. Dexter's sixth CD. The winner of many honors, she has received the triple crown in cabaret having been honored with two Bistro awards, the Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) with six awards and the 2009 & 2010 NY Nightlife Award. The album will be available at Amazon.com, CD Baby and iTunes. It will also be available at http://www.babyjanedexter.com and available after all performances. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Friday, July 8, 2011

FL: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN AT THE ROYAL ROOM through JULY 16th

FL: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN AT THE ROYAL ROOM

The winner of the 2010 MAC Award for Jazz Vocalist by the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs, Mary Foster Conklin, will be returning to the THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Fridays & Saturdays, July 8th & 9th and 15th & 16th. Mary Foster Conklin is a true jazz original. Her hip, smoky style has been described as both recognizably traditional yet unmistakably contemporary, as she puts her personal stamp on a smart repertoire that spans over eight decades. Her sets are a mix of contemporary material and standards, with an emphasis on the lesser-known treasures of the Great American Songbook. A natural storyteller, Conklin has wowed audiences at The Blue Note, The Iridium, The Metropolitan Room, Sweet Rhythm and the Triad Theatre in New York, as well as The Plush Room in San Francisco and the Jazz Bakery in Los Angeles. There is a $100 cover for dinner & show; $65 for show only.

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NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC GOES WEEKLY: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO

NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC GOES WEEKLY: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

METROJAM, the weekly cabaret/jazz open mic event held at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), will have its next show on Friday, July 8th at 10:00 pm, featuring host Jenna Esposito. The show will continue every Friday night in July. Accompaniment is provided by the MetroJam house band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Each week, Jenna welcomes a special guest. The special guest for this week is TBA. Open-mic performers have a chance to perform with a full jazz band. If you're planning to perform, please arrive by 9:30 pm to sign up and be sure to bring two copies of your music (uptempo is recommended!). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER CD RELEASE EVENT AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER CD RELEASE EVENT

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Thursday, July 7, 2011

21st BIRTHDAY OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WAS CELEBRATED JULY 6th

21st BIRTHDAY OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WAS CELEBRATED JULY 6th A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HELPED US CELEBRATE!
Tickets for the Monday, July 4th for the 21st Birthday Party of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE on Wednesday, July 6th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC ) were sold out and over 100 cabaret performers and fans came to celebrate. This year's JEFF MATSON AWARD was presented to Eric Michael Gillett as part of the event. The JEFF MATSON AWARD, presented annually by CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE was created to honor the memory of songwriter/ writer/ director/ producer/ graphic designer Jeff Matson, who passed away suddenly on April 2, 2005 from a rare blood disorder. He shared his talents with all who asked, and mentored many performers who have come to be major forces in the cabaret community including Annie Hughes, Richard Skipper, Quinn Lemley, Miles Phillips, Sue Matsuki (just to name a few). He also wrote - very briefly - as a reviewer for CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. In addition, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE presented a new annual award at this year's 21st BIRTHDAY PARTY - the first SPECIAL CONTRIBUTION TO CABARET award, and the recipient was Katherine (Kitty) Skrobela, founder and CEO of MIRANDA MUSIC, known and loved by cabaret performers everywhere - but especially in NYC. Other performers for the show in addition to Mr. Gillett, were DC Anderson Raissa Katona Bennett Baby Jane Dexter Sammy Goldstein Peggy Herman Tanya Holt Sue Matsuki Karen Oberlin Craig Pomranz Marta Sanders with special surprise guests Jim VanSlyke & Terese Genecco Tracy Stark served as musical director. The 21st Birthday Party of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE was sponsored in part by the following wonderful supporters: Marty Geiger Matthew Carey & Lena NobuharaMIRANDA MUSICJim VanSlyke Eric Michael Gillett THE COLONY HOTEL - Palm Beach FL Sammy Goldstein Dr. Garrett H. Bennett












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Monday, July 4, 2011

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE IS TAKING THE DAY OFF - HAPPY 4th of JULY!

Taking the day off so we can prepare for our 21st Birthday Party on Wednesday, July 6th at 7 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) - a very few tickets are available - due to some cancellations. See PARTY EVENT PAGE for information and to order tickets.

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Sunday, July 3, 2011

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": SONGS OF THE CITY - NEW YORK IN SONG

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": NEW YORK IN SONG
CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON THE 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 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, July 3rd, David's show will feature Songs Of The City: New York In Song. Some of the singers that will be part of the mix: Sammy Davis, Jr, Maria Friedman, Phoebe Snow, Louis Armstrong, Joni Mitchell, Hildegarde, Duke Ellington, Bette Midler, Lorraine Feather, Mel Torme, Judy Garland, Johnny Rodgers, Shirley Mac Laine, Ronny Whyte, Ethel Waters, George Shearing, Marilyn Harris, Ella Fitzgerald, Jerry Orbach, Dakota Staton, Bobby Short, The Boswell Sisters, Dion, Barbara Fasano, Eric Comstock, Liza Minnelli & More! And some of the Songs: "I Happen To Like New York", "Manhattan", "Sunday In New York", "New York City Drag", "Say, Young Man Of Manhattan", "Broadway", "42nd Street", "Sidewalks Of New York", "Harlem On My Mind", "I Cannot Hear The City" "The Brooklyn Bridge","Stompin' At The Savoy" "Every Street's A Boulevard In Old New York", "Chinatown, My Chinatown", "The Hamptons" "There's A Boat That's Leavin' Soon For New York", "New York's My Home", "Take The 'A' Train", "Marcie", "Some People's Live" "The Theme From New York, New York" Medley and More! For more information, seehttp://www.oldisnew.org/ . You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows to oldisnew@earthlink.net. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .

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THIRD and FINAL REPORT ON THE 2011 ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL NOW ON THE WEBSITE

Artistic Director David Campbell completed his third and final Adelaide Cabaret Festival by producing the most successful festival in its 11 year history!

This year's Festival broke all previous box offices achieving an 8% increase on the 2010 Festival. An estimated 95,000 attendances, an increase of 19% was due to people really embracing the whole Festival atmosphere - seeing multiple shows and enjoying the free activities and food and beverage offerings before, after and in-between.

By the end of the final week 35 performances were sold out.

For the full, four part report on this years festival go to the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website,

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