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Sunday, March 27, 2011

ON THE RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": THE MUSIC OF KAREN MASON

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MUSIC OF KAREN MASON
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, March 27th, David will feature the music of the music of Karen Mason. Some of the songs from her career that you will hear include "The Sweetest Of Nights And The Finest Of Days", "Once Upon A Dream Come True", "I Wanna Be Around", "Colored Lights" and "Everything Old Is New Again". 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 morn the passing of this Great Lady Of Song, David will present remembrances of Margaret by her friends and colleagues. 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 - "8-TRACK TO iPOD" AT ETCETERA - OPEN MIC

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON - "8-TRACK TO iPOD"
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


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. The optional theme for the evening is "The 8-Track to the iPod - Tunes On the Go Since 1965!". Co-Hosts will be the MAC Award winning Marquee 5: Julie Reyburn, Mick Bleyer, Adam West Hemming, Sierra Rein & Vanessa Parvin. For details see http://www.markjanasthesalon.com/ . 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.


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NYC: THE VILLAGE GATE'S "OLD FASHIONED PIANO PARTY" AT LE POISSON ROUGE

NYC: THE VILLAGE GATE'S "OLD FASHIONED PIANO PARTY"
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


A special edition of (le) Poisson Rouge's weekly Old Fashioned Piano Party will be an homage to the old Village Gate on on Sunday, March 27th at 9:00 pm at LE POISSON ROUGE (158 Bleecker Street, NYC - 212-505-3474 - ). Hosted by theater nerd Kevin Michael Murphy, with Caleb Hoyer on the keys. Special Guests are the Reformed Whores (Marie Cecile Anderson & Katy Frame) plus Lauren Marcus (Rewrite, Craig Steven's Guide), Akilah Williams (Yeast Nation), and singer-songwriter Angie Atkinson. Attendees are invited to dress as if it's 1965 and get ready to enjoy the pre-1965 tunes of the Golden Age of Broadway while sipping an Old Fashioned. This one-night only event is cover-free and will feature drink specials. This up-and-coming open mic night is highly recommended for show-tune lovers, Broadway enthusiasts, "Gleeks", fans of Charles Nelson Reilly, and anyone who ever wanted to do their own dream ballet; showcasing new composers and some of Broadway and Off-Broadway's best each week at the site of the old Village Gate - a nightclub/theater that opened in the late 50's and premiered a number of Off-Broadway shows.


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NYC: ANDREW GERLE AND FRIENDS IN "SAY WE FLEW" TONIGHT AT JOE'S PUB

NYC: ANDREW GERLE AND FRIENDS IN "SAY WE FLEW"
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


Andrew Gerle and his talented friends in "Say We Flew - The Songs of Andrew Gerle" will perform in concert at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) on Sunday, March 27th at 7:00 pm. Singing Andrew's songs will be Karen Ziemba, Mark Linn-Baker, Richard Maltby, Jr., Zachary James, Jim Moye, Julian Fleisher, Christa Justus, Jimmy Ray Bennett, Kate Fisher, Cassie Wooley, Charlie Levy, Pamela Bob, Danny Gardner, Victoria Huston-Elem and Ryan Bauer-Walsh. Twenty-first century takes on aspiration and inspiration, struggle and triumph create a musical revue that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and reminds us to never look down. Composer and lyricist Andrew Gerle is a recipient of the Jonathan Larson Award, three Richard Rodgers Awards, and was the first composer selected to receive the Burton Lane Composer's Fellowship from the Theater Hall of Fame. There is a $20 cover plus a $12 food/drink minimum.


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NYC: SONGS FROM PAT HOLLEY'S ME & CAESAR LEE - 3 SUNDAYS - OPENS TONIGHT

NYC: SONGS FROM PAT HOLLEY'S ME & CAESAR LEE
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


Dan Culleton's G. Gebony Productions in association with the THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) presents a concert presentation of Pat Holley's all original R&B/Pop Musical, ME & CAESAR LEE. Performances are set for three consecutive Sundays, March 27th, April 3rd & 10th at 8:00pm. Set in the year 1985, ME & CAESAR LEE is the fictitious story of Camille Lambert, a 43-year-old former pop recording star/songwriter who tries to make a comeback by writing songs for a teenage singing group - leaving her life forever changed. This 80 minute concert will feature four representative principals of the ten member cast and will star Broadway/Film/Recording artist, Marva Hicks (Caroline or Change, Lion King) as "Camille," Devale Ellis (former wide receiver for the Detroit Lions) making his concert debut in the title-role as "Caesar Lee," Amanda T. Holley (Recently signed with Smack Water Production/Universal Records) singing the role of "Nakima D." Both Broadway's Raun Ruffin (Civil War) and Dennis Williams, the 4th Voice (Musical Director) of the R&B Hall of Fame O'Jay's will appear as "Paul Hudson." This concert presentation of ME & CAESAR LEE is directed by Lee Summers (Original Dreamgirls & 2010 Bistro Award Winner). There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Saturday, March 26, 2011

6 SHOWS GIVING A DISCOUNT TO CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS THROUGH APRIL 4th


6 SHOWS GIVING A DISCOUNT TO MEMBERS THROUGH APRIL 4th
$35 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!


NYC: SUE MATSUKI PICKS PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in collaboration with Sue Matsuki Productions is proud to announce the second in a series of monthly concerts called PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). On Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature On Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature SONGWRITERS! Hosted by Sue Matsuki, with Greg Toroian on piano, special guest is Mary Liz ("Bacon") McNamara! The show will feature songwriters Scott Evan Davis and Harriet Goldberg. If you are coming to see one of the performers in particular and want them to "get credit" for your ticket sales please send an e-mail to: SueMatsuki@aol.com with the Subject Line reading: "Tickets for Mar 26" or leave a message at: 917-821-4342 and let Sue know how many will be in your party, whether anyone in your party is a MAC or CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member and who it is you are coming to see. You may also make a reservation online (http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) or by phone (212-757-0788 after 4:00 pm). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no credit cards). $10 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC BACK AT MAMA'S IN MARCH
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Karen Mack & Michael Holland return with their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2010" All Request Show to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for more shows in March: Saturdays, March 19th at 8:30 pm & March 26th 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

NYC: TERESE GENECCO & LITTLE BIG BAND CONTINUES AT IRIDIUM
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER

ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT:MUSIC present Broadway's Longest Running Nightclub Act, Terese Genecco & her "little big band" at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121). Next performance is on Tuesday, March 29th with different shows at 7:00 & 9:00pm. Genecco will continue to headline at the club on the last Tuesday of every month, celebrating the start of her third consecutive year in April. The act will now regularly feature vocalist Nicolas King and Genecco's Tropicabana Girls. The 8-piece "little big band" features Barry Levitt on piano, Kenny Lavender on trumpet, Ray Marchica on drums, Mayra Casales on Latin Percussion, Tom Hubbard on bass, Sean Harkness on guitar, Cliff Lyons on tenor sax, and Mark Miller on trombone. Special Guest Stars will appear as schedules permit. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

NYC: TAKE A VACATION WITH KATHLEEN FRANCE AT MAMA'S
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 Tuesday, March 29th and Tuesday & 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.

NYC: 3 TENORS: BACK WHERE THEY STARTED AT DON'T TELL MAMA!
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

After a hiatus of almost six years, tenors Bill Brooks, Edd Clark, Steven Tharp, and musical director Paul Stephan are returning to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with 3 TENORS ... IN SEARCH OF AN ACT 2 on Wednesday, March 30th at 7:00 pm and Friday, April 1st at 9:15 pm. It's a new show packed with the same wicked, smart, and uplifting material that made their Bistro Award winning show 3 Tenors ... in Search of an Act, so successful. With musical director and arranger Paul Stephan, and using a mix of opera, operetta, pop and musical theatre, these tenors found their own voice. The new show features the same unique blend of harmony and humor, with new songs and maybe some old favorites. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: ALISSA HUNNICUTT IN "THE KID INSIDE" AT THE BEECHMAN
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Alissa Hunnicutt brings her show "The Kid Inside" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursday, March 31st at 7:00 pm. She is joined by with Z Briggs, Honey Goodenough and Chad Williams. Musical director (and co-creator) is Steven Katz, and Warren Kelley directs. After sold-out runs earlier last year, Alissa is back with her unique blend of cabaret and puppetry for an evening of songs, patter, puppets and profanity. But don't let the puppets fool you, this is not a show for kids. The Kid Inside reminds you that who you were is a big part of who you are. That kid in you can be open and vulnerable enough to get really hurt, but is also the eternal optimist who keeps telling you to get up and go on. There is a a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 

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NY STATE: JERRY GRETZIUNGER SINGING MOSTLY FRANK TONIGHT IN ALBANY

NY STATE: JERRY GRETZIUNGER SINGING MOSTLY FRANK
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT

On Saturday, March 26th, local Albany, NY news anchor Jerry Gretzinger (WRGB, CBS 6) will be channeling Frank Sinatra in performance when Fort Salem Theaterpresents "Jerry Gretziunger singing Mostly Frank" at WAMC'S LINDA NORRIS AUDITORIUM (339 Central Avenue, Albany, NY - 518-465-5233 ext 4). Gretzinger is no stranger to performing live in front of an audience. He's been acting in musicals and comedies since he was just five years old. He's also a member of The Singing Anchors, which combines his talents with those of Jessica Layton and Benita Zahn (anchors at rival WNYT, NewsChannel 13). The band is led by pianist Jay Kerr, owner and artistic director of Fort Salem Theater. Kerr, who has worked with the likes of Better Midler, Phil Silvers, and Joanne Woodward, created Mostly Frank with the news anchor and arranged the songs to pay appropriate tribute to Sinatra while catering to Gretzinger's style. Members of Albany's own Swing Docs Big Band round out the musicians, including Rich Uhl on saxophone, Mark Silverbush on drums, Jack Bastow on bass, Bill Alston on guitar, Jeff Trowbridge on trombone, and Mark Eiser on trumpet. Tickets are $23.

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NYC: MARQUEE FIVE RETURN IN "8-TRACK THROWBACK" TODAY ONLY

NYC: MARQUEE FIVE RETURN IN "8-TRACK THROWBACK"
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


2010 MAC Award-Winning Vocal Group MARQUEE FIVE (Julie Reyburn, Sierra Rein, Adam West Hemming, Mick Bleyer, and Vanessa Parvin) returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, March 26th at 4:00 om with their critically-acclaimed show "8-Track Throwback" for one night only. Following a MAC Award-winning run of their debut act, the 2009 "We Can Make It: The Songs Of Kander & Ebb," Marquee Five brings their acclaimed 2010 show to the Laurie Beechman Theater for one performance only. "8-Track Throwback" pays tribute to the singer/songwriters of the 60s and 70s with all new arrangements by Adam West Hemming. Featuring your favorites from Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Leonard Cohen and more, "8 Track Throwback" is a re-imagined and joyous celebration of the music that takes you back. Joining them will be Mark Janas at the piano, Matt Scharfglass on bass, and guitarist Tony Romano. The show is directed by Joseph Ward with Musical Direction: Adam West Hemming. There is a $17 cover plus a $15 food/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 IN 2011
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


Cabaret favorites Tommy Femia and Rick Skye are teaming up for more evenings of "Just POW!" in "Judy and Liza Together Again" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturday, March 26th 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. "Judy and Liza Together Again" recently premiered in Ft Lauderdale to great acclaim and marked the first pairing of these two remarkable talents. There is a $20 cover charge and a 2 drink minimum.


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NYC: DELILAH DIX: SHOWIN' MY BUSINESS AT THE BEECHMAN TONIGHT

NYC: DELILAH DIX: SHOWIN' MY BUSINESS AT THE BEECHMAN
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT

THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) will present the World Premiere of DELILAH DIX: SHOWIN' MY BUSINESS on Saturday, March 26th at 7:30 pm. This new musical comedy is written and performed by Amy Albert with original music and accompaniment by Cody Owen Stine. It is directed by Peter Michael Marino. One part Barbara Streisand and three parts gin, Delilah Dix is the almost star of stage, screen, and straight-to-video. In DELILAH DIX: SHOWIN' MY BUSINESS, the boozy entertainer delights with stories and songs of her years in show business and showin' her business. Chronicling her riotous experiences with stars like Oprah, Gary Coleman and Paula Abdul, the show includes original songs by Cody Owen Stine and covers of pop classics and Broadway tunes that would make the kids of Glee incredibly jealous. The show also features the sexy boy Dix Dancers and the most comprehensive list of terms for lady parts ever uttered in a one-hour period. Tickets are $15 with a $15 food/drink minimum, available at 212-352-3101 or http://www.SpinCycleNYC.com/ .

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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC BACK AT MAMA'S TONIGHT AT 8 PM

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC BACK AT MAMA'S IN MARCH
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER


Karen Mack & Michael Holland return with their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2010" All Request Show to DON'T TELL MAMA(343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for more shows in March: Saturdays, March 19th at 8:30 pm & March 26th 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.


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NYC: SUE MATSUKI PICKS PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW TONIGHT AT MAMA'S

NYC: SUE MATSUKI PICKS PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in collaboration with Sue Matsuki Productions is proud to announce the second in a series of monthly concerts called PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). On Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature On Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature SONGWRITERS! Hosted by Sue Matsuki, with Greg Toroian on piano, special guest is Mary Liz ("Bacon") McNamara! The show will feature songwriters Scott Evan Davis and Harriet Goldberg. If you are coming to see one of the performers in particular and want them to "get credit" for your ticket sales please send an e-mail to: SueMatsuki@aol.com with the Subject Line reading: "Tickets for Mar 26" or leave a message at: 917-821-4342 and let Sue know how many will be in your party, whether anyone in your party is a MAC or CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member and who it is you are coming to see. You may also make a reservation online (http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) or by phone (212-757-0788 after 4:00 pm). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no credit cards). $10 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.


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Thursday, March 24, 2011

NYC: SCOTT SIEGEL PRESENTS 11 O'CLOCK NUMBERS AT 11 O'CLOCK

NYC: SCOTT SIEGEL PRESENTS 11 O'CLOCK NUMBERS AT 11 O'CLOCK
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


Producer Scott Siegel, in association with FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEW'S REGENCY, is attempting to stretch the boundaries of live entertainment in New York just a little bit further in to the night, specifically on Thursday nights at 11:00 pm atFEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095), with a brand new musical revue called "11 O'CLOCK NUMBERS AT 11 O'CLOCK." The show will have preview performance on Thursday, February 24th. The show stars Broadway by the Year veterans Carole J. Bufford and Scott Coulter, plus Drama Desk Nominee and current star of NEWSICAL, The Musical, Christina Bianco. Performing 11 O'Clock numbers from across Broadway history from the 1920s to the present, the show is aglow with great music performed at the hour at which they were intended. Its official press opening will be on Thursday, March 10th (no show on the 3rd of March). There is a $15-$25 cover. A modestly priced, new, late night menu will be available.


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NYC: MARCH CALENDAR GIRL - CALENDAR GIRL BEING GREEN

NYC: MARCH CALENDAR GIRL - CALENDAR GIRL BEING GREEN
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


Colleen McHugh presents her latest show of her monthly CALENDAR GIRL series, and this month she presents "BEING GREEN" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Thursday, March 24th at 9:30 pm. Colleen will be performing with fabulous tunes examining timeless themes: money, jealousy, Ireland, naivete... possibly even frogs. Songs by Rodgers & Hart, Burt Bacharach, Dolly Parton, Joni Mitchell, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Susan Werner and more. She is joined by The CALENDAR BOYS Trio (Tedd Firth, piano; Steve Doyle, bass; Sean Harkness, guitar). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.


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NYC: SARAH WOLFSON AT CAFE SABARSKY TONIGHT

NYC: SARAH WOLFSON AT CAFE SABARSKY
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


CAFE SABARSKY AT NEUE GALERIE (1048 Fifth Avenue, NYC - 212-288-0665) continues its unique series devoted primarily to German and Austrian music of the 1890s to 1930s, some of the most vibrant and innovative music created in the modern era. On Thursday, March 24th, performer is Sarah Wolfson, with Ji-Young Li, piano. The program traces in song the cross-continental journey of composer Kurt Weill, from Berlin to Paris to New York to Hollywood, and includes the musical highlights both well-known and more obscure from each of these periods of Weill s life. Operated by Kurt Gutenbrunner, chef and owner of the renowned restaurant Wallse, Cabaret at Cafe Sabarsky offers a gourmet three-course prix-fixe dinner preceding every performance. All performances are at 9:00 pm, preceded by a prix-fixe dinner at 7:00 pm. Combined cost is $110 (dinner $65, performance $45; purchased together).


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NYC: TOM GAMBLIN MAKES SOLO CABARET DEBUT

NYC: TOM GAMBLIN MAKES SOLO CABARET DEBUT
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


Tom Gamblin makes his solo cabaret debut at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with his show "A Way Back To Then" on Thursday, March 24th at 7:00 pm. Having sung at benefits for the past 4 years throughout NYC he is finally stepping on stage with a own show featuring songs from Billy Joel to Rogers and Hammerstein, from Joni Mitchell to Harold Arlen with musical direction by Jeff Cubeta. Tom has toured in the Broadway musicals "Titanic", "Starlight Express" and played Santa in The Radio City Christmas Spectacular. He is currently performing Off-Broadway in "Golf: The Musical." There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.


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NYC: ALISSA HUNNICUTT IN "THE KID INSIDE" AT THE BEECHMAN


NYC: ALISSA HUNNICUTT IN "THE KID INSIDE" AT THE BEECHMANA MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER


Alissa Hunnicutt brings her show "The Kid Inside" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursdays, March 24th & 31st at 7:00 pm. She is joined by with Z Briggs, Honey Goodenough and Chad Williams. Musical director (and co-creator) is Steven Katz, and Warren Kelley directs. After sold-out runs earlier last year, Alissa is back with her unique blend of cabaret and puppetry for an evening of songs, patter, puppets and profanity. But don't let the puppets fool you, this is not a show for kids. The Kid Inside reminds you that who you were is a big part of who you are. That kid in you can be open and vulnerable enough to get really hurt, but is also the eternal optimist who keeps telling you to get up and go on. There is a a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 


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Wednesday, March 23, 2011

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS TONIGHT TO THE BEECHMAN

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN MARCH TO THE BEECHMAN
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


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 Thursday, March 3rd at 8:00 pm; Tuesday, March 8th at 8:00 pm;Wednesdays, March 23rd & 30th at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $40 and should be purchased at www.spincyclenyc.com or 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: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH ALL-STAR CAST OF GUESTS #CABARETMONTH

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


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, March 23rd, guests are D C Anderson, Elaine St. George, Ralph William Boone, Warren Schein, Estytzabar Crisona, Bruce Clough, Michelle Zangora, Shawn Finnerly, Victor Lesser, Jillian Laurain, Joey Infante, John DeMarco, Edie Stokes, with Barry Levitt on keyboard, Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.


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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: LOU CAPUTO'S NOT-SO-BIG BAND AT 1 PM

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: LOU CAPUTO'S NOT-SO-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, March 23rd and features Lou Caputo's Not-So-Big Band with Jann Parker & David Coss - Singers. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $10 donation.


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NYC: KAREN OBERLIN AT THE KITANO TONIGHT AT 8 & 10 PM

NYC: KAREN OBERLIN AT THE KITANO
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


2011 NY Nightlife Award Winner Karen Oberlin welcomes the onset of the new season at THE KITANO HOTEL'S GARDEN CAFE (66 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-885-7119) on Wednesday, March 23rd, with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Her show spotlights songs that celebrate all things spring. With selections by masters ranging from Strayhorn to Sondheim, Oberlin will explore the beauty and intrigue of this season of new life and love and all it's complexities, with two varying sets and the sensational musical skills of Weber, Smith and Meissner. She is backed by the Jon Weber Trio (Jon Weber, piano; Sean Smith, bass; Russ Meissner, drums). There is ano cover, just a $15 food/drink minimum.


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NYC: 3 TENORS: BACK WHERE THEY STARTED AT DON'T TELL MAMA! OPENS TONIGHT



NYC: 3 TENORS: BACK WHERE THEY STARTED AT DON'T TELL MAMA!
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER



After a hiatus of almost six years, tenors Bill Brooks, Edd Clark, Steven Tharp, and musical director Paul Stephan are returning to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) with 3 TENORS ... IN SEARCH OF AN ACT 2 on Wednesday, March 23rd at 7:00 pm; Friday, March 25th at 7:00 pm; Wednesday, March 30th at 7:00 pm and Friday, April 1st at 9:15 pm. It's a new show packed with the same wicked, smart, and uplifting material that made their Bistro Award winning show 3 Tenors ... in Search of an Act, so successful. With musical director and arranger Paul Stephan, and using a mix of opera, operetta, pop and musical theatre, these tenors found their own voice. The new show features the same unique blend of harmony and humor, with new songs and maybe some old favorites. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE



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Tuesday, March 22, 2011

NYC: SUE MATSUKI PICKS SONGWRITERS YOU SHOULD KNOW

NYC: SUE MATSUKI PICKS SONGWRITERS YOU SHOULD KNOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in collaboration with Sue Matsuki Productions is proud to announce the second in a series of monthly concerts called PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). On Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature On Saturday, March 26th at 6:00 pm, the show will feature SONGWRITERS! Hosted by Sue Matsuki, with Greg Toroian on piano, special guest is Mary Liz ("Bacon") McNamara! The show will feature songwriters Scott Evan Davis and Harriet Goldberg. If you are coming to see one of the performers in particular and want them to "get credit" for your ticket sales please send an e-mail to: SueMatsuki@aol.com with the Subject Line reading: "Tickets for Mar 26" or leave a message at: 917-821-4342 and let Sue know how many will be in your party, whether anyone in your party is a MAC or CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member and who it is you are coming to see. You may also make a reservation online (http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) or by phone (212-757-0788 after 4:00 pm). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no credit cards). $10 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.


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MW: THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB CONTINUES 2011 SEASON WITH JIL AIGROT

MW: THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB CONTINUES 2011 SEASON
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB(121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169) announces its third season, featuring the finest of cabaret performers from across the United States and around the world. The Cabaret will expand its programming in 2011 with two new series offerings. In addition to the core "Signature" and "Club" Series, the Cabaret will also present a "Jazz at The Cabaret" and an "Indiana Women in Music" series. The season continues on Tuesday, March 22nd at 7:30 pm with "Paris Canaille". Direct from Cannes, France, international chanteuse Jil Aigrot captivates audiences as she transports them to Paris with musical favorites from Piaf, Brel, Barbara and Ferr. The critically acclaimed voice behind the role of Edith Piaf in the Academy Award/Golden Globe winning film La Vie En Rose, Jil's artistry is unparalled and is destined to become as treasured as the icons who inspire her. Tickets are $55, $65, $75.


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NYC: NELLIE McKAY IN HER NEW SHOW "I WANT TO LIVE!" THROUGH APRIL 2nd

NYC: NELLIE McKAY IN HER NEW SHOW "I WANT TO LIVE!"
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT


FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) presents "I Want To Live!" - an evening with Nellie McKay, Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 22nd through April 2nd. Performances are Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm and on Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. The early shows will offer her eclectic mix of standards and original material and the late shows on Fridays and Saturdays will exclusively feature McKay's own distinctive compositions. McKay, who performs on piano and ukulele as well as vocals, will be joined by a trio of musicians. McKay has been a creative dynamo since her audacious double-album debut Get Away From Me, releasing five critically acclaimed albums, including 2009's Normal As Blueberry Pie: A Tribute to Doris Day and her recent CD, Home Sweet Mobile Home. All shows have a $60-$75 cover with a $40 food/drink minimum.


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