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Wednesday, April 4, 2012

THERE WILL BE NO SALON APRIL 8TH.


SALON – that unique, MULTIPLE AWARD WINNING, Weekly Open Mic Event, created and hosted by Mark Janas will return to Etcetera, Etcetera - 352 West 44th Street, NYC 10036 – on Sunday, April 15th from 7-10:30PM. (Sign-Up Begins at 6:15.)

April 15th:
Theme: Kooky, Zany, Silly – The Great Comedians of Stage & Screen
Guest Host/Pianist: Ricky Ritzel
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Tuesday, April 3, 2012

SF: STEVEN BRINBERG IS "SIMPLY BARBRA" AT THE RRAZZ

SF: STEVEN BRINBERG IS "SIMPLY BARBRA"
Steven Brinberg performs his show, "Simply Barbra - The What Matters Most Tour!" atRRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Tuesday & Wednesday, April 3rd & 4th at 8:00 pm. Brinberg has played to international acclaim both on stage and on television, as he pays homage to all that is Streisand. Steven does not lip sync his performances but portrays Streisand with his own voice. Steven Brinberg has appeared as a special guest with Marvin Hamlisch and the Symphony Orchestras of over a dozen cities across the country and was even hired by Miss Streisand's management to perform at her best friend Donna Karan's birthday party. There is a $35 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.


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NYC: KAT GANG & NATE MAYLAND IN "THE WISHBONE PROJECT"

NYC: KAT GANG & NATE MAYLAND IN "THE WISHBONE PROJECT"
ScoBar Entertainment Presents: Kat Gang & Nate Mayland in "The Wishbone Project" atIRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Tuesday, April 3rd at 10:00 pm. The Wishbone Project is a New York based jazz quintet featuring Kat Gang's singing and lyrics and Nate Mayland's trombone and compositions. They are joined by Adam Platt - piano, Dick Sarpola - bass and Ray Marchica - drums. When Kat & Nate's paths crossed at a rehearsal in the Spring of 2011 the immediate awareness of a kindred musical spirit found them beginning what would be a prolific songwriting partnership. Their inspiration soon took shape as a reliably creative vehicle for Kat's lyrics to be expressed through Nate's music. They have performed monthly at The Iridium in New York City as well as several other venues. Kat and Nate have created a distinct sound by exploring the unique blend of the trombone and voice. The similar range and crystal timbre of both allow for either to take the lead while the other compliments, or for the two of them to launch into fiery harmonized bebop lines. Their original songs are lyrical and reminiscent of the jazz standards, while their take on standards such as Old Devil Moon have brought audiences to their feet. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: NICOLAS KING & THE MIKE RENZI TRIO AT IRIDIUM

NYC: NICOLAS KING & THE MIKE RENZI TRIO AT IRIDIUM
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On April 3rd at 8:00 pm, Nicolas King makes his solo debut at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB(1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ), along with his musical director Mike Renzi and the Mike Renzi Trio. The show will deliver Broadway ballads, swinging favorites and, of course, selections from the Great American Songbook. Often appearing at the IRIDIUM recently as a guest on Terese Genecco and her Little Big Band's monthly shows, King has also recently appeared in solo performances at DON'T TELL MAMA and METROPOLITAN ROOM. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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NYC: METROJAM WEEKLY OPEN MIC MOVES UPTOWN TO MAMA'S

NYC: METROJAM WEEKLY OPEN MIC MOVES UPTOWN TO MAMA'S
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
MAC AWARD NOMINEE
METROJAM, the weekly cabaret/jazz open mic event hosted by Jenna Esposito, is movin' on up! MetroJam now now being held every first and third Tuesday of the month from 9:15 to 11:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Jenna Esposito. Accompaniment is provided by the MetroJam house band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Sparkles and homemade cookies are provided for all attendees at every MetroJam. SPECIAL GUEST TONIGHT: Sharon McNight!!!  Open-mic performers have a chance to perform with a full jazz band. If you're planning to perform, please arrive early to sign up and be sure to bring two copies of your music (up-tempos are recommended!). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for anyone who performs at MetroJam that evening! $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Monday, April 2, 2012

A new column from Sue Matsuki was just posted on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE

A new column from Sue Matsuki was just posted on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/  . This week Sue starts with the REVUE section and givesher take on this year's MAC AWARDS show at BB KINGS onMarch 29th. Next, in the VIEWS section, Sue reports on some comments she received regarding MAC and the MAC AWARDS system - adding her own comments and suggestions. In the Sue's NEWS section, she has some picks and special announcements.

The latest issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE was posted on the website with lots of news, listings, picks and comments. If you're not currently a subscriber of this free, twice-weekly newsletter, click here: http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/thankyou1sub.shtml
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SF: THE TOMMY IGOE BIG BAND AT THE RRAZZ

SF: THE TOMMY IGOE BIG BAND AT THE RRAZZ
The Tommy Igoe Big Band will perform at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Mondays, April 2nd. 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th at 7:30 pm, featuring 15 of the Bay Area's finest musicians, including members of Tower of Power, Santana and The Doobie Brothers. Drummer Tommy Igoe's Big Band is the hottest big band in NYC, and has been playing to sold out audiences every Friday night at the famed BIRDLAND for the past five years. He brings the same musical acumen to San Francisco, and endeavors to change the face of nightlife on Mondays. Igoe brings his big band pedigree (his father Sonny Igoe was the drummer for Benny Goodman and Woody Herman during the 40s-50s) to create a big band for the 21st Century. This is not nostalgia, but a forward-looking spin on a uniquely American format. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: WORLD PREMIERE OF JASON WYNN'S NEW MUSICAL - BACK AGAIN

NYC: WORLD PREMIERE OF JASON WYNN'S NEW MUSICAL - BACK AGAIN
NTSO Productions is proud and excited to present award-winning composer Jason Wynn's latest musical composition, his first full-length musical, BACK AGAIN, as a staged reading, at SHETLER STUDIOS/PENTHOUSE (244 West 54th Street, NYC) on Monday, April 2nd at 7:00 pm, with an additional presentation on Wednesday, April 4th at 7:00 pm. Each performance will be followed by a talk-back. Jason was honored with a 2007 MAC Award for his cabaret debut's title song, "Not Another Cabaret" and a 2009 MAC Nomination for "Living Without Love. BACK AGAIN chronicles the journeys, dreams, heartbreaks and triumphs of four New York friends as they navigate their lives and careers. Their commitment to each other keeps them moving forward, never back again. Written by award-winning composer Jason Wynn, the dynamic and moving score of this "popera" runs the gamut from Standard Musical Theatre to Techno. Directed by multiple award-winner Miles Phillips, BACK AGAIN features an impressive cast made up of some of the brightest young talent in New York theatre: Mike Backes*, Joshua Doss*, Scott Koonce, Kimbre Lancaster*, Steve Parmenter*, Blake Pfeil, Haley Selmon and Lou Steele* (* Member of Actors' Equity Association). Seating is limited, however, so advance reservations are REQUIRED. If you would like to reserve a seat, please send an e-mail with the number of your party and the date you would like to attend to backagain.reservations@gmail.com. You will be contacted with a confirmation. There is a suggested donation of $10.

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NYC: "11 O'CLOCK NUMBERS" AT 7 O'CLOCK AT BIRDLAND

NYC: "11 O'CLOCK NUMBERS" AT 7 O'CLOCK AT BIRDLAND
The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to present the return of the spectacular revue "11 O'Clock Numbers ...", this time at 7:00 pm on Monday, April 2nd atBIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080). Scott Siegel, who created such landmark concert series at Town Hall as Broadway by the Year and Broadway Unplugged, will bring his long-running, hit nightclub show from Feinstein's to Broadway at Birdland for one night only with its original stars, Christina Bianco, Carole J. Bufford and Scott Coulter. "11 O'Clock Numbers" (a musical theater term for those blowout songs near the end of the show that rock the house) features an extraordinarily surprising range of songs from the 1930s to the present, performed in an equally surprising range of styles. Critically acclaimed, the show ran for eight months at Feinstein's At The Regency. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: SHARON McNIGHT WITH "MEN OF NOTE" AT THE METROPOLITAN

NYC: SHARON McNIGHT WITH "MEN OF NOTE" AT THE METROPOLITAN
Sharon McNight will premiere her new show, MEN OF NOTE! at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Monday, April 2nd; Wednesday, April 4th; and Saturday, April 7th, all shows at 7:00 pm. "MEN OF NOTE!" is comprised of songs written by "living" male songwriters including composers Stephen Schwartz, Craig Carnelia, Randy Newman, John Prine, Bob Dylan and others. Always present in any Sharon McNight show are her spot-on comedic observations about all things human, in-human and super human. Ian Herman accompanies with the Ian Herman Trio. Chris Zelno and Kristopher Monroe provide vocal backup. This show follows in the footsteps of her highly acclaimed, New York Nightlife Award winning salute to "living" female songwriters, "Ladies! Compose Yourselves". There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Sunday, April 1, 2012

SF: APRIL FOOLS WITH MISS COCO PERU

SF: APRIL FOOLS WITH MISS COCO PERU
Marc Huestis presents "APRIL FOOLS WITH MISS COCO PERU" at THE VICTORIA THEATRE (2961 16th Street, San Francisco, CA - TKTS: 415-863-0611) on Sunday, April 1st with shows at 7:00 & 9:30 pm. Ms. Peru will present her smash hit comedy show "There Comes a Time." Miss Coco Peru, star of stage & screen (Trick, Girls Will Be Girls), brings her smash hit sold-out show "There Comes A Time" to SF's Victoria Theatre for a one-night only evening of sublime April Foolishness! Coco (aka Clinton Leupp) will present a ribald tour of the greatest hits of her life. From her appearance at her friend Bea Arthur's memorial at New York's Majestic Theatre ("my Broadway debut!"), to her crazy turn as the original "Angel Schunard" in the backer's audition of Rent, Miss Coco Peru expertly turns darkness into illumination, in wryly pointed observations of life that only can she deliver. The show will be introduced by SF nightlife maven Sasha Soprano and is brought to you by SF impressario Marc Huestis. Tickets are $29.95.

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L.A.: KRITZERLAND: TAKE ME ALONG: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL

L.A.: KRITZERLAND: TAKE ME ALONG: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
Kritzerland at Sterlings presents TAKE ME ALONG: The Songs of Bob Merrill, on Sunday, April 1st starting at 7:00 pm at STERLING'S AT THE FEDERAL (5303 Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA - 818-754-8700). As always, the cast includes some of the best voices in town, including Julie Garnye (National tour, Cats; Hair in Concert, Children of Eden in Concert); Juliana Hansen (Millie, Thoroughly Modern Millie, first national tour); Melody Hollis (Broadway: Susan in Irving Berlin's White Christmas); Kristofer McNeeley (National/Broadway: Jersey Boys; Reprise's Sunday in the Park); Jeffrey Todd (Bat Boy; South Coast Rep's Lucky Duck, Emperor's New Clothes); with special guest Lainie Kazan. Music Director: Christy Crowl. Cover charge is $28 with includes a $10 food/drink allowance. Reservations required - NOTE: NEW VENUE

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CHI: SIMPLY SCOTTY AT 3160 MONTHLY

CHI: SIMPLY SCOTTY AT 3160 MONTHLY
Scott Gryder returns to CLUB 3160 (3160 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL - 773-327-5969) for "SIMPLY SCOTTY" on Sunday, April 1st. Scott appears at the club on the first Sunday of every month from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. From pop hits and showtunes to cabaret and character pieces, Scott takes to the mic, entertaining from his self-compiled book of zany, heartfelt music as a "one-man parade of song." And, as music director, Nick Sula makes musical magic on the piano, with special guests Freddie The Puppet and Guillermo Chupacabra. Singers welcome! There is no cover, just a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: PAMELA LUSS WITH HOUSTON PERSON "BY REQUEST"

NYC: PAMELA LUSS WITH HOUSTON PERSON "BY REQUEST"
A Monthly Series featuring Pamela Luss with Houston Person continues on Sunday, April 1st at 4:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). "By Request" is a show created by fans and friends of Corinna Sowers-Adler who have shared the stories and memories behind songs they have requested to be sung by Corinna.Blessed with a beautiful voice, remarkable timing, and sumptuous intonation, Pamela has enjoyed successful engagements - and drawn capacity crowds - in many of the top Jazz and Cabaret Clubs. Pamela began working with Houston Person in 2007. His famously beautiful saxophone tone had graced two of her previous three albums. The relationship continued and developed into her fourth album, Sweet and Saxy, which is a full-length collaboration between the younger singer and the veteran tenor saxophonist with Houston also as producer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: FOOLS FOR LOVE BENEFIT FOR PROSPECT THEATER COMPANY

NYC: FOOLS FOR LOVE BENEFIT FOR PROSPECT THEATER COMPANY
Julie Miller is producing a cabaret event at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, April 1st at 7:00 pm as a benefit to raise funds forPROSPECT THEATER COMPANY to fund it's development of new musicals. The show is a concert of original songs celebrating April Fools Day, written for this event by some really amazing songwriters: Deborah Abramson, Jeremy Desmon & Vadim Feichtner, Drew Fornarola & Scott Elmgreen, Adam Gwon, Kait Kerrigan & Brian Lowdermilk, Peter Mills & Steve Weiner, Thomas Mizer & Curtis Moore, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, Nathan Tysen & Chris Miller, Amanda Yesnowitz & Brian Cimmet, and Jay Alan Zimmerman. Performers include Karl Josef Co, Kyle Eberlein, Kelechi Ezie, Charles Lowery IV, Jaygee Macapugay, Barry Shafrin, Sarah Statler, Nikki Switzer, and others to be announced. The show is curated and directed by Nick Brennan and Cara Reichel. Tickets are $25-$35 and available athttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/ . There is a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: SWINGABILLY NIGHT AT THE IRIDIUM

NYC: SWINGABILLY NIGHT AT THE IRIDIUM
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
Scobar presents Swingabilly Night at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Sunday, April 1st with the rockin' swing rhythms of Delco Nightingale (Erin Berry - vocals, Greg Phoenix - guitar, Brendan Skwire - upright bass, Eddie Everett - drums). Performances are at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Delco Nightingale is a Philadelphia-based four piece combo bringing a rockin' new twist to swing era classics. They've been playing their unique hybrid of rockabilly and big band era swing for nearly four years now, to a growing audience on the East Coast and beyond. 2011 brought the band's first trip out west to play not only the 14th annual Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender, but also the 2nd annual Turner Classic Movies Film Festival in Hollywood, CA. Their finely-tuned, high energy stage performances reflect not only their love and mastery of the genres, but the self-confidence of a band that knows they've got something fresh and vital to offer to their listeners. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Saturday, March 31, 2012

ONT: JAZZ CROONER ANDY DE CAMPOS AT HUGH'S ROOM

ONT: JAZZ CROONER ANDY DE CAMPOS AT HUGH'S ROOM
Toronto's own crooner Andy De Campos, has just announced his appearance at Toronto's famed HUGH'S ROOM JAZZ CLUB (2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-531-6604) on Saturday, March 31st at 8:00 pm. Accompanied by Canada's finest little Big Band, The Seventet (Richard Whitehouse - piano, Tien Yeung - bass, Steve MacDonald - tenor sax and flute, Phil Skladowski - baritone sax and flute, Christopher Butcher - trombone, Howard Leathers - trumpet, Anthony Terpstra - drums), he'll lead a night of dinner and dance featuring music from Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Big Crosby, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole and all the other classic jazz favourites! The evening of great jazz standards tunes will include a special guest, Bruce Andrew Stewart, appearing as "The King". Andy De Campos is very much in demand in the Toronto music scene. He attributes his clear phrasing to Sinatra, his warm resonance to Nat King Cole, his prolonged breath control to Matt Monro and a styled huskiness to Bobby Darin. There is a $25 cover.

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NYC: PAMELA LUSS WITH HOUSTON PERSON MONTHLY AT THE MET

NYC: PAMELA LUSS WITH HOUSTON PERSON MONTHLY AT THE MET
A Monthly Saturday Series featuring Pamela Luss with Houston Person kicks off on Saturday, March 31st at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). The monthly series is titled "Just The Two of Us and Friends" and shows will vary each month. The show is called "All About Love." Blessed with a beautiful voice, remarkable timing, and sumptuous intonation, Pamela has enjoyed successful engagements - and drawn capacity crowds - in many of the top Jazz and Cabaret Clubs. Pamela began working with Houston Person in 2007. His famously beautiful saxophone tone had graced two of her previous three albums. The relationship continued and developed into her fourth album, Sweet and Saxy, which is a full-length collaboration between the younger singer and the veteran tenor saxophonist with Houston also as producer. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC AT MAMA'S IN MARCH
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
MAC AWARD NOMINEE
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) on Saturdays, March 3rd, 10th, 24th & 31st 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, March 30, 2012

NYC: CARY HOFFMAN'S "MY SINATRA," NOW AT SOFIA'S DOWNSTAIR'S

NYC: CARY HOFFMAN'S "MY SINATRA," NOW AT SOFIA'S DOWNSTAIR'S
Cary Hoffman turns his celebrated PBS Special into a very true, hilarious, and poignant one-man musical play about his love and idolization for his hero Frank Sinatra and the perils of wanting to become somebody else at SOFIA'S RESTAURANT at the EDISON HOTEL (221 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-719-5799) on Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 pm; Saturdays at 8:00 pm; and Sundays at 3:00 pm through April 1st. Hoffman captivates the audience with his very personal journey of what it was like growing up fatherless with three musician uncles, who played on some of Sinatra's greatest recordings, turning Sinatra into a fantasy father. Hoffman authentically sings just like his hero, as he weaves over 20 classic Sinatra songs, creating a musical score about his lifelong obsession. There is a $60 cover.

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NYC: THE SARAH PARTRIDGE QUARTET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: THE SARAH PARTRIDGE QUARTET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
The Sarah Partridge will perform for one night only on Friday, March 30th at 9:30 pm atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Sarah has entertained audiences at many notable haunts on both coasts such as, New York's fabled Oak Room at The Algonquin Hotel, The Hideaway, Delmonico's, The Jazz Standard, Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. and L.A. jazz spots like Catalina's Bar & Grill, The Jazz Bakery Spazio, The Vic and the former Hollywood landmark, the Cinegrill. Until his death in early June of 1997, Sarah could often be found sharing the bandstand with her pal, legendary jazz giant, Doc Cheatham. She was a fixture at his Sunday afternoon jazz brunches at New York's Sweet Basil Restaurant. They also teamed at other local clubs such as Metropolis and New Jersey's, Trumpets. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: CHANNING IS TIPSY AT DIXON PLACE

NYC: CHANNING IS TIPSY AT DIXON PLACE
DIXON PLACE (161A Chrystie Street, NYC - 212-219-0736) presents "MargOH! Channing is Tipsy on Friday, March 30th at 9:30 pm. MargOH! is going off-off-off-Broadway by bringing her highly acclaimed drunkglama show downtown. "MargOH! Channing is Tipsy" is written and performed by drag superstar MargOH! Channing (BT Shea). The show deconstructs drag through storytelling, song, and drunkglama dysfunction. MargOH! reminisces about her family, gay lovers and the ups and downs of her career while tackling such subjects as rape, incest, race, political correctness, sexual orientation, the power of Liza and most of all survival. Tipsy features MargOH!'s long time Gayiance' MAN-ee Champagne (Jeff Catlow-Shea), Diamond Daquiri (Crystal Rona Peterson) as back up diva's, The MargOH!-tini's and the Jarad Astin Trio. The show is directed by Thom Fogarty. MargOH!'s hilarious stage shows and bombastic vocal stylings have become something of an event on the downtown scene and are always must-sees for her ardent fans. Tickets are $15 ($12 in advance)

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NYC: TOM VAUGHN MAKES HIS LAURIE BEECHMAN DEBUT MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

NYC: TOM VAUGHN MAKES HIS LAURIE BEECHMAN DEBUT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
Tom Vaughn debuts at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday, March 20th; Friday, March 30th; and Wednesday, April 11th, all shows at 7:00 pm. after debuting "Trail of Cheers" at the Metropolitan Room in January 2012. The evening features arrangements of standards and Broadway classics, folk-pop ballads and Tom's original music. Joining Tom is special guest, Broadway actress and MAC and Bistro Award winner, Raissa Katona Bennett. Musical Direction is by Jeff Cubeta. The band also features guitarist Chris Conly, Jacob Silver on bass and Mary Rodriguez on drums. Tom most recently portrayed the roles of "Sister Hubert" in NUNSENSE AMEN and "Miles Gloriosus" in A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, produced by Fire Island Pines Arts Project. Additional regional credits include, Kiss me Kate, Rigoletto, and On the 20th Century. Tom's background vocals can also be heard on the Lucie Arnaz CD "Latin Roots" musically produced by Ron Abel and Lucie Arnaz. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Thursday, March 29, 2012

NYC: 2012 MAC AWARDS GALA TONIGHT AT BB KINGS

NYC: 2012 MAC AWARDS GALA TONIGHT AT BB KINGS
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) is proud to present THE 26TH ANNUAL MAC AWARDS: The Year Of The Songwriter at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB(237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144) on Thursday March 29th at 7:30 pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm). Hosted by Jason Graae, the event will honor Ervin Drake & David Friedman for Lifetime Achievement. Board of Directors Awards will be presented to Francesca Blumenthal, John Bucchino and Julie Gold. Performers and presenters already announced include Lucie Arnaz, Scott Barbarino, Kenny Bell, Anna Bergman, Liz Lark Brown, Mary Foster Conklin, Scott Coulter, Baby Jane Dexter, Natalie Douglas, Kevin Dozier, Bernie Furshpan, Terese Genecco, Kim Grogg, Sean Harkness, Thomas Honeck, Karen Mason, Sharon McNight, Julie Miller, Sidney Myer, Mark Nadler, Christine Pedi, Phil Ramone, Don Rebic, Julie Reyburn, Sarah Rice, Ricky Ritzel, Johnny Rodgers, Billy Stritch, KT Sullivan, Steven Ray Watkins, Lennie Watts, and Amy Wolk. Musical director will be Tracy Stark; stage manager is Amy Wolk. The show is directed by Lennie Watts. Produced by Julie Miller. For more information seehttp://www.macnyc.com/ .

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NYC: BUSTED: THE MUSICAL RETURNS TO THE LAURIE BEECHMAN - CLOSING NIGHT

NYC: BUSTED: THE MUSICAL RETURNS TO THE LAURIE BEECHMAN
Theatre Askew presents a return engagement of BUSTED: THE MUSICAL, written and performed by Bianca Leigh at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursdays, March 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th at 7:00 pm. Chicago meets TransAmerica in BUSTED: THE MUSICAL, actress Bianca Leigh's recounting of the events surrounding her arrest for alleged solicitation against the backdrop of the "Black Monday" stock market crash of 1987. While cooling her 6-inch heels in the clink awaiting arraignment, Bianca looks back at her past and tries to make sense of how a skinny Jersey boy with dreams of becoming a great Shakespearean actress ended up as a high-priced dominatrix. Directed by Theatre Askew artistic director Tim Cusack, BUSTED features original songs by Tony-winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), Obie-winners Taylor Mac (The Lily's Revenge) and Ellen Maddow (The Talking Band), Jeff Domoto (Cornbury: The Queen's Governor), Super Buddha (Debbie Harry, Scissor Sisters), Matty Pritchard and Isam Rum (The Din), and William TN Hall. The production features musical direction by William TN Hall and costuming by Arthur Oliver. There is an $18 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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