2010-2011 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE memberships are now available. This new year I can't think of anyone who won't be able to afford a CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE membership, since memberships start at just $5! (you must use PayPal if your membership is in the $5-$19 range, since my bank gets a little irritated if I deposit too many small checks).
All members get listed on the website with a link to their website, MySpace & Tritter URLS:
$5 - $19 - SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP (basic discount card for shows offering discounts to members - see below)
All the following levels get a free CD Sale page on the website, free YouTube video link, free Blog link, etc.)
$20 - $49 - SILVER MEMBERSHIP (refunded towards banner ads)
$50 - GOLD MEMBERSHIP (instead of $75 - 15% discount on banners ads)
$100 - CRYSTAL MEMBERSHIP (new level - 25% discount on banners ads)
$250 - PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP (instead of $500 - 30% discount on banner ads)
$500 - DIAMOND MEMBERSHIP (instead of $1000 - 50% discount on banner ads)
$1000 - DIAMOND SELECT MEMBERSHIP (comes with 2 FREE tickets to our next annual Birthday Party plus 6 free weeks of SUPER-SIZE BANNER ads)
All benefits for each level of membership are on the website - just click on the JOIN HERE button at the top of every page. 2010-2011 Membership cards will start going out on May 5th (2010) and will be valid through July 5th, 2011.
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We already have about close to fifty 2010-2011 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members! You see, in addition to several folks who signed up the past few days, about 35 members of the now discontinued CABARET FOR SENIORS program are still eligible to receiver their free 2009-2010 membership extension for 2010-2011! All members who received the free extensions have been notified - and warned to ignore the many "reminders to renew" that we will be sending out to members and subscribers while we update our database to reflect renewals.
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Saturday, April 24, 2010
ATTENTION MAC MEMBERS - FINAL MAC AWARD BALLOT DEADLINE 4/27
ATTENTION MAC MMBERS: Please be sure to mail in your completed MAC Award ballots so they are received by April 27th. Ballots received after the deadline will not be counted. PLUS, after Monday, April 26th, show tickets will no longer be available by mail and may only be purchased online. Your tickets will be held at "Will Call" at BB KINGS the night of the show (the $75 Silver level tickets are sold out.
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7 GREAT CABARET SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH APRIL 26TH
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7 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS THROUGH APRIL 26TH
$41 IN DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
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SATURDAY - APRIL 24th
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NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH NEW SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $6 OFF THE COVER
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Award-Winning Singer/Actress Vickie Phillips bring her show "Songs of Life, Love & Other Moments" for one performance only to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) on Saturday, April 24th at 7:00 pm. The show will also celebrate her birthday. Her program features musical selections by Lieber & Stoller, Sheldon Harnick, Bob Ost & Gerry Dieffenbach, Comden & Green, Kris Kristofferson, among others. Musical director is Gerry Dieffenbach. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $6 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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N.Y.: MARCUS SIMEONE CD RELEASE "EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
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Miranda Music announces multi-award winning singer Marcus Simeone's return to cabaret for one night only on Saturday, April 24th at 9:45 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) to launch his eagerly awaited second live CD, Everything Must Change. Musical director Barry Levitt heads the trio. Marcus's phenomenal vocals will be heard on a demanding song list that includes R & B/Pop tunes as diverse as Many Rivers To Cross, A Change Is Gonna Come and Everything Must Change. The CD was recorded live at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, and all the electricity that sparked his most exciting show to date has been captured on this new album. The very special one-night only event on April 24th marks the return to cabaret of this unique, multi-faceted artist. Miranda Music also announces the release of his first official studio recording in the fall. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - APRIL 25th
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NYC: NANCY STEARNS CELEBRATES 10TH YEAR OF SOLO SHOWS
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Nancy Stearns marks her tenth year of solo shows with her music director, Gregory Toroian at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Sunday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. Nancy will celebrate that collaboration with some of her favorite songs from those shows - songs of social comment, songs featuring women lyricists, songs that bring on laughter and that bring back childhood memories, songs of the wondrous Yip Harburg, and songs that capture the pure joy of music. Nancy has recorded five of her shows with Gregory Toroian and David Finck: The Words of Women (2006), Sing Me A Song With Social Significance - Or Not (2006) and With Rhyme, But For No Particular Reason (2007)This Moment (2008), and Yip Harburg: With Humor and Hope (2009). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - APRIL 25th
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NYC: MICHELLE COLLIER SALUTES THE BLONDES OF HOLLYWOOD
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
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2010 MAC NOMINEE Michelle Collier returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) one more performances of her acclaimed solo show, "A Tribute to the Hollywood Blondes," on Sunday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. The show features blockbuster songs performed by stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood through present day. The evening includes tributes to Ginger Rogers, Betty Hutton, Jane Powell, Marilyn Monroe, Doris Day, Shirley Jones, Madeline Kahn and more. Music Direction by Rick Jensen, featuring Tom Hubbard on bass and Fred Kennedy on drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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MONDAY - APRIL 26th
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NYC: SARAH RICE IN SCREEN GEMS SONGS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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In her show "Screen Gems", Sarah Rice (the original Johanna in Sweeney Todd) sings songs chosen from film scores sung by or dedicated to stars and their movie roles in the films of old Hollywood at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - s212-695-6909). Performances are on Monday, April 26th at 7:00 pm; and Friday, April 30th at 8:00 pm. Jo Ann Yeoman serves as Director, with Seth Weinstein, Piano; Ritt Henn, Bass; and Bobby Sher, Drums. Starting with the silents: Rudolph Valentino (The Sheik), Theda Bara (the original vamp), the collection of stars runs through Helen Kane (the original boop-a-doop girl), Pola Negri (A Woman Commands), Doloris Del Rio (Revenge), Kathryn Grayson (The Singing Bandit), as well as Jeannette Mac Donald and a little Yma Sumac thrown in for good measure, and more. The show features the music of Nacio Herb Brown, Georges Auric, Moises Vivanco, Nino Rota, Jerome Kern, The Sherman Bros., Byron Gay, Ted Snyder and many others. Special surprise guest each performance. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drinkminimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TUESDAY - APRIL 27th
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NYC: TERESE GENECCO & LITTLE BIG BAND LAST TUESDAY MONTHLY
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
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ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT:MUSIC announce that Terese Genecco & her 8-piece "little big band" have been extended for another year of monthly performances at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ). Next performance is on Tuesday, April 27th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm with Special Guest Steve Rossi (Allen & Rossi). Genecco will continue to headline at the club on the Last Tuesday of every month with Grammy, Tony, and Emmy-Winning performers as her guest stars, as schedules permit. Genecco's "little big band" features a who's-who of New York City's finest jazz musicians including Barry Levitt on piano, Lew Soloff on trumpet, Michael Berkowitz on drums, Mayra Casales on Latin Percussion, Tom Hubbard on bass, Sean Harkness on guitar, Cliff Lyons on tenor sax, Mark Miller and Isrea Butler on trombone, and also featuring Kenny Lavender on trumpet and Joe Abba on drums. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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SATURDAY - MAY FIRST
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NYC: AWARD WINNING TRIBUTE TO KAYE BALLARD EXTENDED
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Gretchen Reinhagen's "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard" has been invited to continue its run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ). Performances of "Special Kaye" continue monthly, with the final show scheduled for Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 pm. Beginning with the June performance, "Special Kaye" will fall into a regular recurring spot on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 7:30 pm. The extension follows the successful opening night premiere at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs, CA on November 13, 2009 and a three-night opening run at the Metropolitan Room, which was later extended through February 4th. The critically acclaimed show earned Gretchen the 2010 Nightlife Award in the category of Outstanding Cabaret Comedy or Characterization. "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard" is directed by Barry Kleinbort, who has also written special material and directed shows for Ms. Ballard including "Kaye Ballard - Working 42nd Street at Last" at the Kaufman Theater in New York. Musical Director for the show is David Gaines. "Special Kaye" honors the vast library of musical material recorded by, originated by, or written specifically for Ms. Ballard. Audiences have long known Ballard for her work on such programs as "The Mothers-in-Law" but may be surprised to learn of the many great musical gems that she introduced throughout her Broadway and cabaret career. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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7 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS THROUGH APRIL 26TH
$41 IN DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE
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SATURDAY - APRIL 24th
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NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH NEW SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $6 OFF THE COVER
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Award-Winning Singer/Actress Vickie Phillips bring her show "Songs of Life, Love & Other Moments" for one performance only to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) on Saturday, April 24th at 7:00 pm. The show will also celebrate her birthday. Her program features musical selections by Lieber & Stoller, Sheldon Harnick, Bob Ost & Gerry Dieffenbach, Comden & Green, Kris Kristofferson, among others. Musical director is Gerry Dieffenbach. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $6 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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N.Y.: MARCUS SIMEONE CD RELEASE "EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
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Miranda Music announces multi-award winning singer Marcus Simeone's return to cabaret for one night only on Saturday, April 24th at 9:45 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) to launch his eagerly awaited second live CD, Everything Must Change. Musical director Barry Levitt heads the trio. Marcus's phenomenal vocals will be heard on a demanding song list that includes R & B/Pop tunes as diverse as Many Rivers To Cross, A Change Is Gonna Come and Everything Must Change. The CD was recorded live at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, and all the electricity that sparked his most exciting show to date has been captured on this new album. The very special one-night only event on April 24th marks the return to cabaret of this unique, multi-faceted artist. Miranda Music also announces the release of his first official studio recording in the fall. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - APRIL 25th
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NYC: NANCY STEARNS CELEBRATES 10TH YEAR OF SOLO SHOWS
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Nancy Stearns marks her tenth year of solo shows with her music director, Gregory Toroian at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Sunday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. Nancy will celebrate that collaboration with some of her favorite songs from those shows - songs of social comment, songs featuring women lyricists, songs that bring on laughter and that bring back childhood memories, songs of the wondrous Yip Harburg, and songs that capture the pure joy of music. Nancy has recorded five of her shows with Gregory Toroian and David Finck: The Words of Women (2006), Sing Me A Song With Social Significance - Or Not (2006) and With Rhyme, But For No Particular Reason (2007)This Moment (2008), and Yip Harburg: With Humor and Hope (2009). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - APRIL 25th
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NYC: MICHELLE COLLIER SALUTES THE BLONDES OF HOLLYWOOD
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
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2010 MAC NOMINEE Michelle Collier returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) one more performances of her acclaimed solo show, "A Tribute to the Hollywood Blondes," on Sunday, April 25th at 7:00 pm. The show features blockbuster songs performed by stars from the Golden Age of Hollywood through present day. The evening includes tributes to Ginger Rogers, Betty Hutton, Jane Powell, Marilyn Monroe, Doris Day, Shirley Jones, Madeline Kahn and more. Music Direction by Rick Jensen, featuring Tom Hubbard on bass and Fred Kennedy on drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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MONDAY - APRIL 26th
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NYC: SARAH RICE IN SCREEN GEMS SONGS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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In her show "Screen Gems", Sarah Rice (the original Johanna in Sweeney Todd) sings songs chosen from film scores sung by or dedicated to stars and their movie roles in the films of old Hollywood at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - s212-695-6909). Performances are on Monday, April 26th at 7:00 pm; and Friday, April 30th at 8:00 pm. Jo Ann Yeoman serves as Director, with Seth Weinstein, Piano; Ritt Henn, Bass; and Bobby Sher, Drums. Starting with the silents: Rudolph Valentino (The Sheik), Theda Bara (the original vamp), the collection of stars runs through Helen Kane (the original boop-a-doop girl), Pola Negri (A Woman Commands), Doloris Del Rio (Revenge), Kathryn Grayson (The Singing Bandit), as well as Jeannette Mac Donald and a little Yma Sumac thrown in for good measure, and more. The show features the music of Nacio Herb Brown, Georges Auric, Moises Vivanco, Nino Rota, Jerome Kern, The Sherman Bros., Byron Gay, Ted Snyder and many others. Special surprise guest each performance. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drinkminimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TUESDAY - APRIL 27th
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NYC: TERESE GENECCO & LITTLE BIG BAND LAST TUESDAY MONTHLY
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
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ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT:MUSIC announce that Terese Genecco & her 8-piece "little big band" have been extended for another year of monthly performances at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ). Next performance is on Tuesday, April 27th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm with Special Guest Steve Rossi (Allen & Rossi). Genecco will continue to headline at the club on the Last Tuesday of every month with Grammy, Tony, and Emmy-Winning performers as her guest stars, as schedules permit. Genecco's "little big band" features a who's-who of New York City's finest jazz musicians including Barry Levitt on piano, Lew Soloff on trumpet, Michael Berkowitz on drums, Mayra Casales on Latin Percussion, Tom Hubbard on bass, Sean Harkness on guitar, Cliff Lyons on tenor sax, Mark Miller and Isrea Butler on trombone, and also featuring Kenny Lavender on trumpet and Joe Abba on drums. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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SATURDAY - MAY FIRST
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NYC: AWARD WINNING TRIBUTE TO KAYE BALLARD EXTENDED
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
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Gretchen Reinhagen's "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard" has been invited to continue its run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ). Performances of "Special Kaye" continue monthly, with the final show scheduled for Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 pm. Beginning with the June performance, "Special Kaye" will fall into a regular recurring spot on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 7:30 pm. The extension follows the successful opening night premiere at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs, CA on November 13, 2009 and a three-night opening run at the Metropolitan Room, which was later extended through February 4th. The critically acclaimed show earned Gretchen the 2010 Nightlife Award in the category of Outstanding Cabaret Comedy or Characterization. "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard" is directed by Barry Kleinbort, who has also written special material and directed shows for Ms. Ballard including "Kaye Ballard - Working 42nd Street at Last" at the Kaufman Theater in New York. Musical Director for the show is David Gaines. "Special Kaye" honors the vast library of musical material recorded by, originated by, or written specifically for Ms. Ballard. Audiences have long known Ballard for her work on such programs as "The Mothers-in-Law" but may be surprised to learn of the many great musical gems that she introduced throughout her Broadway and cabaret career. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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S.F.AREA: WESLA WHITFIELD & MIKE GREENSILL AT SILO'S IN NAPA
S.F.AREA: WESLA & MIKE AT SILO'S IN NAPA
Acclaimed Cabaret/Jazz vocalist Wesla Whitfield returns on Saturday night, April 24th at 7:30 & 9:00 pm at SILO'S (530 Main Street, Napa, CA - 707-251-5833 ), with swinging jazz pianist Mike Greensill and Dean Reilly on bass, Vince Lateano on drums. Ms. Whitfield performs the best of The American Popular Songbook featuring the songs of Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Frank Loesser, Rodgers & Hart, Harry Warren, Rodgers & Hammerstein and many, many more. Silo's wine bar is situated in the historic riverfront Napa Mill complex at the foot of main street at The Napa River Inn. Call for cover/minimum information.
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Acclaimed Cabaret/Jazz vocalist Wesla Whitfield returns on Saturday night, April 24th at 7:30 & 9:00 pm at SILO'S (530 Main Street, Napa, CA - 707-251-5833 ), with swinging jazz pianist Mike Greensill and Dean Reilly on bass, Vince Lateano on drums. Ms. Whitfield performs the best of The American Popular Songbook featuring the songs of Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Frank Loesser, Rodgers & Hart, Harry Warren, Rodgers & Hammerstein and many, many more. Silo's wine bar is situated in the historic riverfront Napa Mill complex at the foot of main street at The Napa River Inn. Call for cover/minimum information.
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S.F.: CARLY OZARD IS BEWITCHED, BOTHERED & BIPOLAR AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
S.F.: BEWITCHED, BOTHERED & BIPOLAR AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
Carly Ozard, reprises her show "Bewitched, Bothered, and BIPOLAR!" at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) on Saturday, April 24th at 10:15 pm. Acoustic guitar and back-up vocals are featured by Brendan Getzell and Jennifer Martinelli. Musical selections include works by Leonard Bernstein, Craig Carnelia, Alanis Morisette, Laura Nyro, Andre & Dory Previn, Rodgers & Hart, Marvin Hamlisch, Queen and more. Ms. Ozard's previous cabaret show was BITTER AND BE GAY, a sold-out cabaret show which debuted at the Octavia Lounge in 2008. Carly was named Best New Cabaret Performer of San Francisco at the Cabaret Showcase Showdown in 2009. Co-written by Carly Ozard, Tom Orr, and Barry Kleinbort with Musical Direction by Joe Wicht, Bewitched, Bothered, and Bipolar! is a new look at life's ups and downs (with music). Tickets are $20.
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Carly Ozard, reprises her show "Bewitched, Bothered, and BIPOLAR!" at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) on Saturday, April 24th at 10:15 pm. Acoustic guitar and back-up vocals are featured by Brendan Getzell and Jennifer Martinelli. Musical selections include works by Leonard Bernstein, Craig Carnelia, Alanis Morisette, Laura Nyro, Andre & Dory Previn, Rodgers & Hart, Marvin Hamlisch, Queen and more. Ms. Ozard's previous cabaret show was BITTER AND BE GAY, a sold-out cabaret show which debuted at the Octavia Lounge in 2008. Carly was named Best New Cabaret Performer of San Francisco at the Cabaret Showcase Showdown in 2009. Co-written by Carly Ozard, Tom Orr, and Barry Kleinbort with Musical Direction by Joe Wicht, Bewitched, Bothered, and Bipolar! is a new look at life's ups and downs (with music). Tickets are $20.
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M.W.: ROBERT BREIG FEELS LIKE HOME AT THE KRANZBERG IN ST. LOUIS
M.W.: ROBERT BREIG FEELS LIKE HOME IN ST. LOUIS
Robert Breig returns with his solo cabaret debut show "Feels Like Home," at KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Saturday, April 24th at 8:00 pm. He will be featuring songs by Burt Bacharach, The Carpenters, and Kenny Loggins. In this show, Robert goes after a warm hearth and mulled wine on a cold winter night, with everyone gathered 'round for a night of contemporary song and story. Carol Schmidt serves as Music Director and Tim Schall directs. Robert has been seen with Olympus Theatre productions of Outcalls Only and sold out cabaret shows at SPOT. He has performed with the West End Players Guild, St. Louis Symphony Chorus, and the Gateway Men's Chorus. He has been fortunate to perform on stage with Ann Hampton-Callaway, Armistead Maupin, Christine Brewer, Jeanne Trevor, and Denise Thimes. For reservations & information, go to http://www.LicketyTix.com/
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Robert Breig returns with his solo cabaret debut show "Feels Like Home," at KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Saturday, April 24th at 8:00 pm. He will be featuring songs by Burt Bacharach, The Carpenters, and Kenny Loggins. In this show, Robert goes after a warm hearth and mulled wine on a cold winter night, with everyone gathered 'round for a night of contemporary song and story. Carol Schmidt serves as Music Director and Tim Schall directs. Robert has been seen with Olympus Theatre productions of Outcalls Only and sold out cabaret shows at SPOT. He has performed with the West End Players Guild, St. Louis Symphony Chorus, and the Gateway Men's Chorus. He has been fortunate to perform on stage with Ann Hampton-Callaway, Armistead Maupin, Christine Brewer, Jeanne Trevor, and Denise Thimes. For reservations & information, go to http://www.LicketyTix.com/
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M.W.: "BAB FAB 3: STREISAND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" THROUGH SUNDAY!
M.W.: "BAB FAB 3: STREISAND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION"
Three Cat Media presents the third annual Barbra Streisand Birthday Celebration at THE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 ) on Friday & Saturday, April 23rd & 24th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, April 25th at 2:00 pm. "Bab Fab 2: Happy Days are Back Again" celebrates the musical career of the legendary Barbra Streisand. The weekend celebration begins with an evening with Barbra Streisand activist Matt Howe on April 23rd. Matt's passion for the life and career of Barbra Streisand has not only inspired him to create one of the most thorough informational websites on Barbra, but has gained the respect and admiration of several of Barbra's creative associates and top people in the entertainment industry. "Bab Fab" will continue on April 24th at 8:00 pm and April 25th at 2:00 pm with "A Barbra Streisand Musical Celebration." This performance will cover Streisand's fantastic musical career, from her early days in Greenwich Village to her incredible rise to super stardom. Rob Dorn escorts audiences through a Streisand musical timeline assisted by some of Chicago's leading cabaret and musical theater talent, including Amy Cole, Elizabeth Dowling, Hilary Ann Feldman, Laura Freeman, Scott Gryder, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Marianne Murphy Orland, Jason Paul Smith and more. Tickets are $25.
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Three Cat Media presents the third annual Barbra Streisand Birthday Celebration at THE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 ) on Friday & Saturday, April 23rd & 24th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, April 25th at 2:00 pm. "Bab Fab 2: Happy Days are Back Again" celebrates the musical career of the legendary Barbra Streisand. The weekend celebration begins with an evening with Barbra Streisand activist Matt Howe on April 23rd. Matt's passion for the life and career of Barbra Streisand has not only inspired him to create one of the most thorough informational websites on Barbra, but has gained the respect and admiration of several of Barbra's creative associates and top people in the entertainment industry. "Bab Fab" will continue on April 24th at 8:00 pm and April 25th at 2:00 pm with "A Barbra Streisand Musical Celebration." This performance will cover Streisand's fantastic musical career, from her early days in Greenwich Village to her incredible rise to super stardom. Rob Dorn escorts audiences through a Streisand musical timeline assisted by some of Chicago's leading cabaret and musical theater talent, including Amy Cole, Elizabeth Dowling, Hilary Ann Feldman, Laura Freeman, Scott Gryder, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Marianne Murphy Orland, Jason Paul Smith and more. Tickets are $25.
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N.Y.STATE: NANCY TIMPANARO-HOGAN IN "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BARBRA"
N.Y.STATE: NANCY TIMPANARO-HOGAN IN "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BARBRA"
The CABARET AT FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200) continues its 2010 season on Saturday, April 24th at 8:00 pm with Nancy Timpanaro-Hogan in "Happy Birthday, Barbra Streisand." The international Cabaret Star sings Barbra's best tunes in a rousing celebration of the diva's sixty-eighth birthday. In 2001, Nancy moved back to her native Saratoga County after twenty-five years as one of the leading lights during the golden age of the Manhattan cabaret scene. An outstanding singer with impeccable comic timing, Nancy Timpanaro garnered rave reviews from the New York Times, Post and Daily News while receiving the most coveted recognition from her performing and producing peers: two MAC and four Bistro Awards. She regularly opened for Joan Rivers and has successfully brought her cabaret show to nightclubs and supper clubs around the world. Before her night at Fort Salem, Nancy will have just completed a run at Cohoes Music Hall as Mama Rose in the Broadway classic, Gypsy. Tickets are $20 (includes $5 credit for dessert and coffee)
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The CABARET AT FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200) continues its 2010 season on Saturday, April 24th at 8:00 pm with Nancy Timpanaro-Hogan in "Happy Birthday, Barbra Streisand." The international Cabaret Star sings Barbra's best tunes in a rousing celebration of the diva's sixty-eighth birthday. In 2001, Nancy moved back to her native Saratoga County after twenty-five years as one of the leading lights during the golden age of the Manhattan cabaret scene. An outstanding singer with impeccable comic timing, Nancy Timpanaro garnered rave reviews from the New York Times, Post and Daily News while receiving the most coveted recognition from her performing and producing peers: two MAC and four Bistro Awards. She regularly opened for Joan Rivers and has successfully brought her cabaret show to nightclubs and supper clubs around the world. Before her night at Fort Salem, Nancy will have just completed a run at Cohoes Music Hall as Mama Rose in the Broadway classic, Gypsy. Tickets are $20 (includes $5 credit for dessert and coffee)
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NYC: TOMMY FEMIAS JUDY GARLAND LIVE! WITH GUEST TBA
NYC: JUDY GARLAND LIVE! WITH GUEST TBA
Tommy Femia, the 7-time MAC Award-winning impersonator, returns for more of his 20th season at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with his acclaimed portrayal of the legendary Judy Garland in "JUDY GARLAND LIVE!" with two shows a month, every other Saturday at 8:30 pm. Miss Garland's guests for Saturday, April 24th TBA. Mr. Femia took a recent break from his MAMA shows to perform in the role of Norma in a parody of Sunset Boulevard at the Abingdon Theatre on West 36th Street. Christopher Denny and David Maiocco serve as musical directors. Tommy Femia made his Off Broadway debut in The New American at The Nat Horne Theatre, and toured the country, as Linus in You're A Good Man Charlie Brown. In Bucks County he appeared as Tallulah Bankhead in the musical Tallulah! and in New York City as Bette Davis in A Very Bette Christmas. He also starred in the hit Off Broadway production of the Drama Desk Award-winning Whoop-Dee-Doo! at the Actors' Playhouse, and starred as Judy Garland in the one-man show I Will Come Back at The Players Theatre. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Tommy Femia, the 7-time MAC Award-winning impersonator, returns for more of his 20th season at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with his acclaimed portrayal of the legendary Judy Garland in "JUDY GARLAND LIVE!" with two shows a month, every other Saturday at 8:30 pm. Miss Garland's guests for Saturday, April 24th TBA. Mr. Femia took a recent break from his MAMA shows to perform in the role of Norma in a parody of Sunset Boulevard at the Abingdon Theatre on West 36th Street. Christopher Denny and David Maiocco serve as musical directors. Tommy Femia made his Off Broadway debut in The New American at The Nat Horne Theatre, and toured the country, as Linus in You're A Good Man Charlie Brown. In Bucks County he appeared as Tallulah Bankhead in the musical Tallulah! and in New York City as Bette Davis in A Very Bette Christmas. He also starred in the hit Off Broadway production of the Drama Desk Award-winning Whoop-Dee-Doo! at the Actors' Playhouse, and starred as Judy Garland in the one-man show I Will Come Back at The Players Theatre. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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ON RADIO: "AT THE RITZ!" SATURDAYS & STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
ON RADIO: "AT THE RITZ!" SATURDAYS & STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB
Regular weekly live broadcasts of the AT THE RITZ! radio program can now be heard on WVOF 88.5FM on Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Producers and hosts Jeffrey C. Williams and Lynn DiMenna announce a new, convenient way to hear their weekly show, especially for folks outside of WVOF's local listening area. Simply go to http://www.attheritz.org/ and in one click you can enjoy AT THE RITZ! streaming 24/7 anytime! The Saturday shows are rebroadcast throughout the week along with some internet only music. AT THE RITZ! features cabaret, jazz, Broadway and similar sophisticated music along with celebrity interviews and commentary.
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CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB
Regular weekly live broadcasts of the AT THE RITZ! radio program can now be heard on WVOF 88.5FM on Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Producers and hosts Jeffrey C. Williams and Lynn DiMenna announce a new, convenient way to hear their weekly show, especially for folks outside of WVOF's local listening area. Simply go to http://www.attheritz.org/ and in one click you can enjoy AT THE RITZ! streaming 24/7 anytime! The Saturday shows are rebroadcast throughout the week along with some internet only music. AT THE RITZ! features cabaret, jazz, Broadway and similar sophisticated music along with celebrity interviews and commentary.
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NYC: LUA HADAR & TWIST ONE NIGHT ONLY AT CORNELIA STREET
NYC: LUA HADAR & TWIST ONE NIGHT ONLY AT CORNELIA STREET
Prior to her May concert tour in France, Lua Hadar and her high-octane band, TWIST (Piano: Jason Martineau; Bass: Tom Hubbard; Drums & Percussion: Vince Cherico; Reeds: Dave Riekenberg; Jazz Accordion: Ron Oswanski), perform French Connection at CORNELIA STREET CAFE (29 Cornelia Street, NYC - 212-989-9319) on Saturday, April 24th, with sets at 9:00 & 10:30 pm. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Prior to her May concert tour in France, Lua Hadar and her high-octane band, TWIST (Piano: Jason Martineau; Bass: Tom Hubbard; Drums & Percussion: Vince Cherico; Reeds: Dave Riekenberg; Jazz Accordion: Ron Oswanski), perform French Connection at CORNELIA STREET CAFE (29 Cornelia Street, NYC - 212-989-9319) on Saturday, April 24th, with sets at 9:00 & 10:30 pm. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: J. MICHAEL REEDS IN NEW SHOW 'WEST" AT THE BEECHMAN with Wells Hanley
NYC: J. MICHAEL REEDS IN NEW SHOW 'WEST" AT THE BEECHMAN
J. Michael Reeds brings his new show "WEST" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Saturday, April 24th at 1:00 pm. He will be joined on stage by Ben Misek and Luke Strandquist. "WEST" features arrangements by musical director Wells Hanley (Piano, Guitar & Ukulele) with Tony Romano on Guitar, Ritt Henn on Bass, Brett Ripley on Drums. Directed by Miles Phillips. Call for cover/minimum information.
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J. Michael Reeds brings his new show "WEST" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Saturday, April 24th at 1:00 pm. He will be joined on stage by Ben Misek and Luke Strandquist. "WEST" features arrangements by musical director Wells Hanley (Piano, Guitar & Ukulele) with Tony Romano on Guitar, Ritt Henn on Bass, Brett Ripley on Drums. Directed by Miles Phillips. Call for cover/minimum information.
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N.Y.: MARCUS SIMEONE CD RELEASE "EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE"
N.Y.: MARCUS SIMEONE CD RELEASE "EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
Miranda Music announces multi-award winning singer Marcus Simeone's return to cabaret for one night only on Saturday, April 24th at 9:45 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) to launch his eagerly awaited second live CD, Everything Must Change. Musical director Barry Levitt heads the trio. Marcus's phenomenal vocals will be heard on a demanding song list that includes R & B/Pop tunes as diverse as Many Rivers To Cross, A Change Is Gonna Come and Everything Must Change. The CD was recorded live at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, and all the electricity that sparked his most exciting show to date has been captured on this new album. The very special one-night only event on April 24th marks the return to cabaret of this unique, multi-faceted artist. Miranda Music also announces the release of his first official studio recording in the fall. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
Miranda Music announces multi-award winning singer Marcus Simeone's return to cabaret for one night only on Saturday, April 24th at 9:45 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) to launch his eagerly awaited second live CD, Everything Must Change. Musical director Barry Levitt heads the trio. Marcus's phenomenal vocals will be heard on a demanding song list that includes R & B/Pop tunes as diverse as Many Rivers To Cross, A Change Is Gonna Come and Everything Must Change. The CD was recorded live at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, and all the electricity that sparked his most exciting show to date has been captured on this new album. The very special one-night only event on April 24th marks the return to cabaret of this unique, multi-faceted artist. Miranda Music also announces the release of his first official studio recording in the fall. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH NEW SHOW at DON'T TELL MAMA
NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS CELEBRATES BIRTHDAY WITH NEW SHOW
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Award-Winning Singer/Actress Vickie Phillips bring her show "Songs of Life, Love & Other Moments" for one performance only to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) on Saturday, April 24th at 7:00 pm. The show will also celebrate her birthday. Her program features musical selections by Lieber & Stoller, Sheldon Harnick, Bob Ost & Gerry Dieffenbach, Comden & Green, Kris Kristofferson, among others. Musical director is Gerry Dieffenbach. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $6 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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MEMBER DISCOUNT: $6 OFF THE COVER
Award-Winning Singer/Actress Vickie Phillips bring her show "Songs of Life, Love & Other Moments" for one performance only to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) on Saturday, April 24th at 7:00 pm. The show will also celebrate her birthday. Her program features musical selections by Lieber & Stoller, Sheldon Harnick, Bob Ost & Gerry Dieffenbach, Comden & Green, Kris Kristofferson, among others. Musical director is Gerry Dieffenbach. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $6 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN WITH "UP JUMPED SPRING" TONIGHT AT METROPOLITAN ROOM
NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN WITH "UP JUMPED SPRING"
Mary Foster Conklin returns to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) with her new show "Up Jumped Spring" on Saturday, April 24th, both shows at 7:30 pm. She is joined by Janice Friedman on piano, Marco Panascia on bass and Ron Vincent on drums. As the song goes, it's been a long cold lonely winter. What better way to celebrate the Spring than a program of music including songs by the Gershwins, Bob Dorough and Fran Landesman, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington, Matt Dennis, Leonard Cohen and Bill Evans, among others. A celebrated performer on the New York jazz and cabaret scene, Ms. Conklin is a longtime vocalist with Art Lillard's 15-piece Heavenly Band, and can be heard on his recording "Reasons to Be Thankful", on Summit Records. She is a three-time MAC Award winner, a three-time Bistro Award winner, and recipient of 2007 MAC Award for Jazz Recording of the Year for her tribute to Matt Dennis, BLUES FOR BREAKFAST on Rhombus Records. Her debut recording CRAZY EYES was listed as one of the ten best CDs of 1998 by IN THEATRE Magazine. Her second CD, YOU'D BE PARADISE, was released in Fall 2001 to critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Mary Foster Conklin returns to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) with her new show "Up Jumped Spring" on Saturday, April 24th, both shows at 7:30 pm. She is joined by Janice Friedman on piano, Marco Panascia on bass and Ron Vincent on drums. As the song goes, it's been a long cold lonely winter. What better way to celebrate the Spring than a program of music including songs by the Gershwins, Bob Dorough and Fran Landesman, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington, Matt Dennis, Leonard Cohen and Bill Evans, among others. A celebrated performer on the New York jazz and cabaret scene, Ms. Conklin is a longtime vocalist with Art Lillard's 15-piece Heavenly Band, and can be heard on his recording "Reasons to Be Thankful", on Summit Records. She is a three-time MAC Award winner, a three-time Bistro Award winner, and recipient of 2007 MAC Award for Jazz Recording of the Year for her tribute to Matt Dennis, BLUES FOR BREAKFAST on Rhombus Records. Her debut recording CRAZY EYES was listed as one of the ten best CDs of 1998 by IN THEATRE Magazine. Her second CD, YOU'D BE PARADISE, was released in Fall 2001 to critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: THE MAC AWARDS - TUESDAY - MAY 4TH PERFORMERS, PRESENTERS AND HONOREES ANNOUNCED
NYC: THE MAC AWARDS - TUESDAY - MAY 4TH
PERFORMERS, PRESENTERS AND HONOREES ANNOUNCED
The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) is proud to announce that The 24th Annual MAC Awards Show will be held on Tuesday, May 4th at 7:30 pm at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144). MAC will be announcing the winners and handing out awards in 24 categories to honor the best in live performance, recordings, songs and shows in cabaret, jazz, and standup comedy from the past year. The evening will be hosted by Sharon McNight (MORE)
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PERFORMERS, PRESENTERS AND HONOREES ANNOUNCED
The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) is proud to announce that The 24th Annual MAC Awards Show will be held on Tuesday, May 4th at 7:30 pm at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144). MAC will be announcing the winners and handing out awards in 24 categories to honor the best in live performance, recordings, songs and shows in cabaret, jazz, and standup comedy from the past year. The evening will be hosted by Sharon McNight (MORE)
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Friday, April 23, 2010
AUS: JON JACKSON IN WALK ON THE WILDSIDE AT THE BUTTERFLY CLUB, MELBOURNE
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AUS: JON JACKSON IN WALK ON THE WILDSIDE
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WALK ON THE WILDSIDE revisits favourite musical moments from the eclectic career of Jon Jackson, one of Australia's best vocal performers at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Friday through Sunday, April 30th through May 2nd at 9:00 pm (Sunday at 8:00 pm). A career which saw him triumph as a soloist with the St Petersburg State Symphony one week and singing to drunks in a Fitzroy pub the next. From opera favourites to jazz, music theatre and even to country music, Jon delivers them all with his unique style and humour. WALK ON THE WILDSIDE brings him back to what he does best - entertaining audiences with his amazing voice. As the flamboyant front man for comic trio Great Big Opera Company Jon performed all around Australia and overseas from 1988 until the group's final season at Singapore's Raffle's Hotel in 1998. This was followed by several solo shows and a career as a singer and librettist with Opera Australia. He is accompanied by Tomi Kalinski on piano. Tickets are $27.
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AUS: JON JACKSON IN WALK ON THE WILDSIDE
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WALK ON THE WILDSIDE revisits favourite musical moments from the eclectic career of Jon Jackson, one of Australia's best vocal performers at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Friday through Sunday, April 30th through May 2nd at 9:00 pm (Sunday at 8:00 pm). A career which saw him triumph as a soloist with the St Petersburg State Symphony one week and singing to drunks in a Fitzroy pub the next. From opera favourites to jazz, music theatre and even to country music, Jon delivers them all with his unique style and humour. WALK ON THE WILDSIDE brings him back to what he does best - entertaining audiences with his amazing voice. As the flamboyant front man for comic trio Great Big Opera Company Jon performed all around Australia and overseas from 1988 until the group's final season at Singapore's Raffle's Hotel in 1998. This was followed by several solo shows and a career as a singer and librettist with Opera Australia. He is accompanied by Tomi Kalinski on piano. Tickets are $27.
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CYNTHIA CRANE RELEASES CD OF LIVE CABARET PERFORMANCE
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CYNTHIA CRANE RELEASES CD OF LIVE CABARET PERFORMANCE
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The third and final CD in Cynthia Crane's Trilogy (the other two were: If I Knew Now What I Knew Then, 2007; The Time Has Come - 2009) I'm Confused, Therefore I Am has now been released by LookoutJazz Records and is available at CD Baby. The CD is a live recording made when the show was performed at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM in 2009. At the time, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE said of the show: "Cynthia strung [the songs] out like a fine pearl cabaret necklace" She has been described as "a lady filled with a love for life, unbounded energy, and enthusiastic about anything she decides to do." And "this show is a perfect demonstration of her dynamic personality - set to music . . . Pure entertainment!"
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CYNTHIA CRANE RELEASES CD OF LIVE CABARET PERFORMANCE
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The third and final CD in Cynthia Crane's Trilogy (the other two were: If I Knew Now What I Knew Then, 2007; The Time Has Come - 2009) I'm Confused, Therefore I Am has now been released by LookoutJazz Records and is available at CD Baby. The CD is a live recording made when the show was performed at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM in 2009. At the time, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE said of the show: "Cynthia strung [the songs] out like a fine pearl cabaret necklace" She has been described as "a lady filled with a love for life, unbounded energy, and enthusiastic about anything she decides to do." And "this show is a perfect demonstration of her dynamic personality - set to music . . . Pure entertainment!"
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NYC: ZIEGFELD'S MIDNIGHT FROLIC OF 2010 AT THE MAIN STAGE SUNDAY & MONDAY
NYC: ZIEGFELD'S MIDNIGHT FROLIC OF 2010 AT THE MAIN STAGE
Mark York and The Ziegfeld Society present Ziegfeld's "Midnight Frolic of 2010" THE MAIN STAGE at THE BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2333) with shows scheduled over three weeks, Sundays, April 18th, 25th & May 2nd at 3:00 pm and Mondays, April 19th, 26th and May 3rd at 7:00 pm. As before, the Frolic is a wonderful way to relive the days of seeing a Ziegfeld show on the New Amsterdam Theatre Rooftop. The shows feature a dozen performers, including some elaborately costumed showgirls, to recapture the ambiance of the original Follies. Producer-Director is Mark York and Choreographer is David Auxier. Each set of weekly shows features a special guest, with Anita Gillette appearing on the 18th & 19th, Jane Summerhays on the 25th & 26th and Sarah Rice on May 2nd & 3rd. Online Purchase through http://www.brownpapertickets.com at $25 (payable in advance) + 2 drink minimum, food available (payable at time of service).
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Mark York and The Ziegfeld Society present Ziegfeld's "Midnight Frolic of 2010" THE MAIN STAGE at THE BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2333) with shows scheduled over three weeks, Sundays, April 18th, 25th & May 2nd at 3:00 pm and Mondays, April 19th, 26th and May 3rd at 7:00 pm. As before, the Frolic is a wonderful way to relive the days of seeing a Ziegfeld show on the New Amsterdam Theatre Rooftop. The shows feature a dozen performers, including some elaborately costumed showgirls, to recapture the ambiance of the original Follies. Producer-Director is Mark York and Choreographer is David Auxier. Each set of weekly shows features a special guest, with Anita Gillette appearing on the 18th & 19th, Jane Summerhays on the 25th & 26th and Sarah Rice on May 2nd & 3rd. Online Purchase through http://www.brownpapertickets.com at $25 (payable in advance) + 2 drink minimum, food available (payable at time of service).
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S.F.: R&B, SOUL & JAZZ SINGER DOZIE AT THE RRAZZ ROOM ONE NIGHT ONLY
S.F.: R&B, SOUL & JAZZ SINGER DOZIE AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
Nigerian/British singer of soul and jazz, Dozie, will appear at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) on Friday, April 23rd at 10:15 pm. Relatively new to Bay Area audiences, Dozie (pronounced Doh-zee-ay), is an artist who has a voice that places him in a category all his own. Dozie recently released his first album, a collection of infectious tracks and crafted musicianship that is entitled Redemption. Dozie wrote, produced, and arranged every song on the album. The well-balanced mix of genres clearly represents his vision and his culture, but is strongly rooted in R&B, his first musical love. The album and his show at the Rrazz Room is a mix of soul, jazz, rock, reggae, and traditional African rhythms. Tickets are $25.
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Nigerian/British singer of soul and jazz, Dozie, will appear at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) on Friday, April 23rd at 10:15 pm. Relatively new to Bay Area audiences, Dozie (pronounced Doh-zee-ay), is an artist who has a voice that places him in a category all his own. Dozie recently released his first album, a collection of infectious tracks and crafted musicianship that is entitled Redemption. Dozie wrote, produced, and arranged every song on the album. The well-balanced mix of genres clearly represents his vision and his culture, but is strongly rooted in R&B, his first musical love. The album and his show at the Rrazz Room is a mix of soul, jazz, rock, reggae, and traditional African rhythms. Tickets are $25.
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M.W.: ALICE KINSELLA IN A STAND UP ACT IN ST. LOUIS
M.W.: ALICE KINSELLA IN A STAND UP ACT
Cabaret humorist Alice Kinsella looks at her family of twelve growing up and her single life today in her show "A Stand Up Act", which will be presented at the KRANZBERG ART CENTE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Friday, April 23rd at 8:00 pm. Al Fischer is music director and Tim Schall directs. The show includes songs by composers Jerry Herman, Cole Porter, Heisler & Goldrich, and many others. In addition to her cabaret work, Alice has worked with many local professional theatre companies, including St. Louis Actors Studio, New Line, HotCity, Muddy Waters, New Jewish, Slightly Askew, Dramarama, and Atrek Dance Company. For reservations & information, go to http://www.LicketyTix.com/
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Cabaret humorist Alice Kinsella looks at her family of twelve growing up and her single life today in her show "A Stand Up Act", which will be presented at the KRANZBERG ART CENTE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Friday, April 23rd at 8:00 pm. Al Fischer is music director and Tim Schall directs. The show includes songs by composers Jerry Herman, Cole Porter, Heisler & Goldrich, and many others. In addition to her cabaret work, Alice has worked with many local professional theatre companies, including St. Louis Actors Studio, New Line, HotCity, Muddy Waters, New Jewish, Slightly Askew, Dramarama, and Atrek Dance Company. For reservations & information, go to http://www.LicketyTix.com/
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M.W.: "BAB FAB 3: STREISAND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION" THROUGH SUNDAY!
M.W.: "BAB FAB 3: STREISAND BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION"
Three Cat Media presents the third annual Barbra Streisand Birthday Celebration at THE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 ) on Friday & Saturday, April 23rd & 24th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, April 25th at 2:00 pm. "Bab Fab 2: Happy Days are Back Again" celebrates the musical career of the legendary Barbra Streisand. The weekend celebration begins with an evening with Barbra Streisand activist Matt Howe on April 23rd. Matt's passion for the life and career of Barbra Streisand has not only inspired him to create one of the most thorough informational websites on Barbra, but has gained the respect and admiration of several of Barbra's creative associates and top people in the entertainment industry. "Bab Fab" will continue on April 24th at 8:00 pm and April 25th at 2:00 pm with "A Barbra Streisand Musical Celebration." This performance will cover Streisand's fantastic musical career, from her early days in Greenwich Village to her incredible rise to super stardom. Rob Dorn escorts audiences through a Streisand musical timeline assisted by some of Chicago's leading cabaret and musical theater talent, including Amy Cole, Elizabeth Dowling, Hilary Ann Feldman, Laura Freeman, Scott Gryder, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Marianne Murphy Orland, Jason Paul Smith and more. Tickets are $25.
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Three Cat Media presents the third annual Barbra Streisand Birthday Celebration at THE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 ) on Friday & Saturday, April 23rd & 24th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, April 25th at 2:00 pm. "Bab Fab 2: Happy Days are Back Again" celebrates the musical career of the legendary Barbra Streisand. The weekend celebration begins with an evening with Barbra Streisand activist Matt Howe on April 23rd. Matt's passion for the life and career of Barbra Streisand has not only inspired him to create one of the most thorough informational websites on Barbra, but has gained the respect and admiration of several of Barbra's creative associates and top people in the entertainment industry. "Bab Fab" will continue on April 24th at 8:00 pm and April 25th at 2:00 pm with "A Barbra Streisand Musical Celebration." This performance will cover Streisand's fantastic musical career, from her early days in Greenwich Village to her incredible rise to super stardom. Rob Dorn escorts audiences through a Streisand musical timeline assisted by some of Chicago's leading cabaret and musical theater talent, including Amy Cole, Elizabeth Dowling, Hilary Ann Feldman, Laura Freeman, Scott Gryder, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Marianne Murphy Orland, Jason Paul Smith and more. Tickets are $25.
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CHI: LAURA FREEMAN SINGS JULIE ANDREWS AT DAVENPORT'S FRIDAYS IN APRIL
CHI: LAURA FREEMAN SINGS JULIE ANDREWS AT DAVENPORT'S
Laura Freeman presents her new cabaret show, "The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie" to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Fridays in April, the 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th at 8:00 pm. Laura will be doling out a spoonful of sugar along with many favorite Julie tunes. Laura and her musical director Beckie Menzie previously created Sentimental Journey: The Music of Doris Day, so Ms. Andrews seemed like the next logical performer to honor with a tribute show. Laura plans to share stories about the actress' amazing career in vaudeville, Broadway and film in between singing some of her most beloved songs, including "I Could Have Danced All Night" (My Fair Lady), "A Spoonful of Sugar" (Mary Poppins), "Le Jazz Hot" (Victor/Victoria) and, of course, "The Sound of Music". There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Laura Freeman presents her new cabaret show, "The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie" to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Fridays in April, the 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th at 8:00 pm. Laura will be doling out a spoonful of sugar along with many favorite Julie tunes. Laura and her musical director Beckie Menzie previously created Sentimental Journey: The Music of Doris Day, so Ms. Andrews seemed like the next logical performer to honor with a tribute show. Laura plans to share stories about the actress' amazing career in vaudeville, Broadway and film in between singing some of her most beloved songs, including "I Could Have Danced All Night" (My Fair Lady), "A Spoonful of Sugar" (Mary Poppins), "Le Jazz Hot" (Victor/Victoria) and, of course, "The Sound of Music". There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL'S AFTER PARTY - OPEN MIC FOR ALL!
NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL'S AFTER PARTY - OPEN MIC FOR ALL!
At THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Fridays at 10:30 pm, Brandon Cutrell hosts AFTER PARTY, a free-wheeling open-mic with guest stars from Broadway and Cabaret, Ray Fellman at the piano and Becca Johnson -Southworth serving up drinks and taking turns at the mic. Guest performers from Broadway, off-Broadway and cabaret drop by each week to sing, chat and join in the fun. This week's AFTER PARTY special guest is TBA. No cover, no minimum, no reservations - first come, first seated.> >
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NYC: NICOLE HENRY RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM - JAZZ AT ITS FINEST!!
NYC: NICOLE HENRY RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Nicole Henry gives a fresh feeling to standards and connects intimately with her fans with her personal and funny stories in her acclaimed show, which returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, April 23rd at 9:45 pm. Nicole clearly has a passionate following in the city judging by the quickly sold-out rooms for her monthly METROPOLITAN ROOM appearances. In the U.S., Nicole has been featured at Lincoln Center; the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis; Manchester Craftsmen's Guild in Pittsburgh; and in her hometown Miami, at Jazziz Bistro and Arturo Sandoval's. She has shared the stage with Isaac Hayes, Jennifer Holiday, Nicholas Payton, Joan Osborne, Roberta Flack and has performed with Kenny Werner and Tom Scott to name a few. Her latest CD "The Very Thought of You," just reached #7 on U.S. Billboard's Top Jazz Chart. There os a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Nicole Henry gives a fresh feeling to standards and connects intimately with her fans with her personal and funny stories in her acclaimed show, which returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, April 23rd at 9:45 pm. Nicole clearly has a passionate following in the city judging by the quickly sold-out rooms for her monthly METROPOLITAN ROOM appearances. In the U.S., Nicole has been featured at Lincoln Center; the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis; Manchester Craftsmen's Guild in Pittsburgh; and in her hometown Miami, at Jazziz Bistro and Arturo Sandoval's. She has shared the stage with Isaac Hayes, Jennifer Holiday, Nicholas Payton, Joan Osborne, Roberta Flack and has performed with Kenny Werner and Tom Scott to name a few. Her latest CD "The Very Thought of You," just reached #7 on U.S. Billboard's Top Jazz Chart. There os a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER RETURNS WITH ACCLAIMED SHOW: "ALL ABOUT LOVE!
NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER RETURNS WITH "ALL ABOUT LOVE!
Manhattan's beloved cabaret diva Baby Jane Dexter brings her sensational show, All About Love, to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for 2 encore performances on Fridays, April 23rd & 30th at 7:30 pm. She is joined once more by her longtime arranger/musical director and Back Stage Bistro Award winner Ross Patterson and by Emmy winner Elissa Patterson as consultant. Tackling the quixotic aspects of love, from woulda, coulda, shoulda and a few mountains in between, Baby Jane Dexter's brand new show dives full force into that which is real - and that which is fantasy. Long a beloved mainstay on the night club scene from Reno Sweeney to Carnegie Hall to her comeback at Eighty Eight's and her sold out runs at Metropolitan Room at Gotham, Ms. Dexter is always a force to be reckoned with. This new show is no exception. The multi-award winning diva leaves no stone unturned as she delves into matters of the heart. In doing so, she will sing from the catalogues of a potpourri of great songwriters including, Duke Ellington, Carole King, Stephen Sondheim, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Manhattan's beloved cabaret diva Baby Jane Dexter brings her sensational show, All About Love, to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for 2 encore performances on Fridays, April 23rd & 30th at 7:30 pm. She is joined once more by her longtime arranger/musical director and Back Stage Bistro Award winner Ross Patterson and by Emmy winner Elissa Patterson as consultant. Tackling the quixotic aspects of love, from woulda, coulda, shoulda and a few mountains in between, Baby Jane Dexter's brand new show dives full force into that which is real - and that which is fantasy. Long a beloved mainstay on the night club scene from Reno Sweeney to Carnegie Hall to her comeback at Eighty Eight's and her sold out runs at Metropolitan Room at Gotham, Ms. Dexter is always a force to be reckoned with. This new show is no exception. The multi-award winning diva leaves no stone unturned as she delves into matters of the heart. In doing so, she will sing from the catalogues of a potpourri of great songwriters including, Duke Ellington, Carole King, Stephen Sondheim, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II - BLOG EDITION
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II
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Please, please, please don't wait until the last minute to send me your press releases! (I actually received two last night for shows going on today!). I promise to do my very best to help you promote your show, but if I don't know about it beyond a one-line item on a show schedule, I can't write about it!
I seem to say this every once in a while: take chances in choosing your cabaret shows. Too often we stick to a small selection of performers when we choose where to spend our cabaret time. You might just be surprised that the fantastic talented performers you might be missing by confining your cabaret time to a "chosen few". I had two pleasant surprises this week - I saw shows my performers I knew next to nothing about and had never seen perform.
See the two reviews of newcomers to the NYC cabaret scene above.
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OK, I haven't included much in the way of reviews in the newsletter lately. Here's my problem: I can't figure out how to transfer the reviews to the website. I've tried different methods of giving them a "permanent home" so that performers can refer or restudy them - the review section of the website (they are too short for a page of their own), the blog (which only lately, since I moved my daily picks there, has gained readers) and even played with the concept of "a blog of their own". We'll keep trying.
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Speaking of reviews, the worst thing you can do when you receive an especially hurtful review is to send a letter to the reviewer, chastising them for their writing. The second worst thing to do is to copy the review and email it to all your friends along with your comments about how dumb the reviewer was, etc. Not only are you empowering someone who might get their "jollies" by writing nasty comments, eagerly awaiting a show they can attach them to, but you are also publicizing the review - not a very smart thing to do. Much better to choose one or two sentences from the review (if any) that might be complementary, and quoting them again and again in promoting your show, thereby defusing the review (and probably really irritating the reviewer). Its so easy to write a nasty, mean-spirited review. It takes no talent whatsoever. Its much more difficult to write a review that points out the good things in a show, and suggesting a few things that might make it even better. And for the show that has absolutely has no merit? A truly dedicated reviewer will ignore it.
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Watch for a special email this weekend regarding the start of our 2010-2011 Membership Drive - or you can go right now and join or rejoin on the website - check out memberships as low a $5 and new lower priced GOLD & CRYSTAL membership levels. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is entirely supported by your membership donations and our banner advertisers.
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See a show or two this week! Visit our websites! Run a banner or sidebar ad! Now - more than ever - cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) needs your support. Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!
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Please, please, please don't wait until the last minute to send me your press releases! (I actually received two last night for shows going on today!). I promise to do my very best to help you promote your show, but if I don't know about it beyond a one-line item on a show schedule, I can't write about it!
I seem to say this every once in a while: take chances in choosing your cabaret shows. Too often we stick to a small selection of performers when we choose where to spend our cabaret time. You might just be surprised that the fantastic talented performers you might be missing by confining your cabaret time to a "chosen few". I had two pleasant surprises this week - I saw shows my performers I knew next to nothing about and had never seen perform.
See the two reviews of newcomers to the NYC cabaret scene above.
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OK, I haven't included much in the way of reviews in the newsletter lately. Here's my problem: I can't figure out how to transfer the reviews to the website. I've tried different methods of giving them a "permanent home" so that performers can refer or restudy them - the review section of the website (they are too short for a page of their own), the blog (which only lately, since I moved my daily picks there, has gained readers) and even played with the concept of "a blog of their own". We'll keep trying.
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Speaking of reviews, the worst thing you can do when you receive an especially hurtful review is to send a letter to the reviewer, chastising them for their writing. The second worst thing to do is to copy the review and email it to all your friends along with your comments about how dumb the reviewer was, etc. Not only are you empowering someone who might get their "jollies" by writing nasty comments, eagerly awaiting a show they can attach them to, but you are also publicizing the review - not a very smart thing to do. Much better to choose one or two sentences from the review (if any) that might be complementary, and quoting them again and again in promoting your show, thereby defusing the review (and probably really irritating the reviewer). Its so easy to write a nasty, mean-spirited review. It takes no talent whatsoever. Its much more difficult to write a review that points out the good things in a show, and suggesting a few things that might make it even better. And for the show that has absolutely has no merit? A truly dedicated reviewer will ignore it.
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Watch for a special email this weekend regarding the start of our 2010-2011 Membership Drive - or you can go right now and join or rejoin on the website - check out memberships as low a $5 and new lower priced GOLD & CRYSTAL membership levels. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is entirely supported by your membership donations and our banner advertisers.
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See a show or two this week! Visit our websites! Run a banner or sidebar ad! Now - more than ever - cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) needs your support. Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!
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CABARET REVIEW: MARIKA AUBREY at DON'T TELL MAMA
On Tuesday, April 20th, I was back at DON'T TELL MAMA for the NYC debut (perhaps even the USA debut) of Australian performer Marika Aubrey. Auburn-haired Ms. Aubrey was born in a small town in Australia about 90 miles north of Sydney, called Redhead. Redhead was the name of her show, which highlighted some of the famous redheads of the Broadway musical theater history - Rita Hayworth, Gwen Verdon, Ethel Merman, Lucille Ball and more. I will simply say, the performance (including the arrangements by fellow Aussie Geoffrey Castles) was without a flaw! For a full hour Ms. Aubrey kept everyone enthralled with her sparkling stories, exciting movement, and most of all, her fantastic Broadway belt (she actually did a Merman song without microphone). Direction was by another Australian cabaret star, Hayden Tee. With just the right balance of information and song, the show could very nearly called "cabaret perfection." Several times I had to restrain myself from shouting "Brava" (OK, I did break the reviewer's code of silence once, but I couldn't help it). A big thank you from the person in Australia who clued me in to this show - there was very little advance press, and I had never received a release or notice beyond the one-line entry on the DON'T TELL MAMA schedule. I truly hope that Ms. Aubrey will return soon!
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CABARET REVIEW: MARISSA MULDER at DON'T TELL MAMA
On Monday night, April 19th, at the urging of the director of the show, Karen Oberlin, I went to the cabaret debut of Marissa Mulder at DON'T TELL MAMA called Lost & Found" and subtitled "A Determined, If Ditsy, Cabaret Debut." The show included many of the standards we often hear in cabaret (Route 66, Another Hundred People, Moon River, I Enjoy Being a Girl) from familiar composers. But they were delivered with a freshness that kept my attention throughout. A triplet of Sentimental Journey, It's Only a Paper Moon and Moon River, most artfully arranged by musical director Tracy Stark, was sort of the centerpiece of the show, but each song in the 17-song set exhibited another facet of Ms. Mulder's abilities - ballad to belt. The room was packed with fans and family, and it was a thrill to see so many new/young faces, perhaps many attending a cabaret show for the first time. My only quibble was that the patter seemed to be a little long in spots - sometimes straying a bit from the concept of the song being introduced. But, for a "first time out", this show was a great introduction to a talented vocalist.
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HERE & THERE - PART I - BLOG EDITION
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HERE & THERE - PART I
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The entry forms are out for our CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS ONLY contest to see who can come closest to predicting the winners on a select list of categories of this year's event and we've already received nearly 3 dozen entries. We will announce the winners after MAC has its show - and winners will receive free CABARET CDs (up to 6 of there's only one winner. No one has an excuse this time around for not entering the contest. It doesn't require you to see any shows, or even choose your favorites. You just need to guess who the winners are in each division. You can even make your choices by the "pin the tail on the donkey" method! We're hoping that nearly 100% of our current nearly 400 members take part in the voting!
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Just a quick note to all about a two cabaret problems that you can each help correct by making a simple phone call. I was at a show Monday night and fully half the audience arrived without reservations. The staff was not prepared, people had to be reseated to make room for parties of 6 and 8, it took some time to settle the room down, and the show went up late as a result.
Around the same time, I received notes from 3 performers, with shows during this week, that they had been notified by management that they had only a few reservations in the books, and unless they received at least 20 reservations, their shows would be cancelled. (They would still have to pay a room fee and/or lose their deposit, and probably the musicians would also need payment.) These performers regularly get over 50 at their shows, but many of their fans choose to arrive without a reservation.
So, if you plan on seeing a show - and even not quite sure you will make it - phone in your reservations immediately so the "show can go on" and the venue can be prepared with enough wait staff to serve the room sufficiently. Don't wait to the last minute, see the show cancelled, and your favorite performer stuck with a big bill and no income.
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Just a little "thoughts & prayers" note regarding the legendary Margaret Whiting who in failing health in a nursing facility in New Jersey, and is truly in need of your concern at this time. I can't seem to get any "official" information, so I'm not sure of the seriousness of the situation, but we have at least this much on good report.
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The entry forms are out for our CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS ONLY contest to see who can come closest to predicting the winners on a select list of categories of this year's event and we've already received nearly 3 dozen entries. We will announce the winners after MAC has its show - and winners will receive free CABARET CDs (up to 6 of there's only one winner. No one has an excuse this time around for not entering the contest. It doesn't require you to see any shows, or even choose your favorites. You just need to guess who the winners are in each division. You can even make your choices by the "pin the tail on the donkey" method! We're hoping that nearly 100% of our current nearly 400 members take part in the voting!
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Just a quick note to all about a two cabaret problems that you can each help correct by making a simple phone call. I was at a show Monday night and fully half the audience arrived without reservations. The staff was not prepared, people had to be reseated to make room for parties of 6 and 8, it took some time to settle the room down, and the show went up late as a result.
Around the same time, I received notes from 3 performers, with shows during this week, that they had been notified by management that they had only a few reservations in the books, and unless they received at least 20 reservations, their shows would be cancelled. (They would still have to pay a room fee and/or lose their deposit, and probably the musicians would also need payment.) These performers regularly get over 50 at their shows, but many of their fans choose to arrive without a reservation.
So, if you plan on seeing a show - and even not quite sure you will make it - phone in your reservations immediately so the "show can go on" and the venue can be prepared with enough wait staff to serve the room sufficiently. Don't wait to the last minute, see the show cancelled, and your favorite performer stuck with a big bill and no income.
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Just a little "thoughts & prayers" note regarding the legendary Margaret Whiting who in failing health in a nursing facility in New Jersey, and is truly in need of your concern at this time. I can't seem to get any "official" information, so I'm not sure of the seriousness of the situation, but we have at least this much on good report.
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Thursday, April 22, 2010
M.W.: STEVEN BRINBERG'S "SIMPLY BARBRA" AT ACORN THEATER in Three Oaks, MI
M.W.: STEVEN BRINBERG'S "SIMPLY BARBRA" AT ACORN THEATER
Steven Brinberg's wicked impersonation of Barbra, "Simply Barbea, comes to ACORN THEATER (107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI - 269-756-3879 - ) for one night only on Thursday, April 22nd at 8:00 pm. Using her vocal style and mannerisms and range, Brinberg brings the feel of an intimate concert with the lady herself to the stage. From the opening number until the final curtain, Brinberg is scarily accurate in capturing the idiosyncrasies of the famous lady. Brinberg has appeared as Streisand alongside Marvin Hamlisch and has performed as Streisand at a birthday party for Donna Karan. Brinberg impersonates a series of other singers all of whom seem to have recorded the same track, Alfie. Treat yourself and your special someone to A Simply Barbra as we celebrate the birth week of Streisand herself as this legendary star plays Acorn Theater one-night-only to serenade fans. Tickets are $15.
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Steven Brinberg's wicked impersonation of Barbra, "Simply Barbea, comes to ACORN THEATER (107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI - 269-756-3879 - ) for one night only on Thursday, April 22nd at 8:00 pm. Using her vocal style and mannerisms and range, Brinberg brings the feel of an intimate concert with the lady herself to the stage. From the opening number until the final curtain, Brinberg is scarily accurate in capturing the idiosyncrasies of the famous lady. Brinberg has appeared as Streisand alongside Marvin Hamlisch and has performed as Streisand at a birthday party for Donna Karan. Brinberg impersonates a series of other singers all of whom seem to have recorded the same track, Alfie. Treat yourself and your special someone to A Simply Barbra as we celebrate the birth week of Streisand herself as this legendary star plays Acorn Theater one-night-only to serenade fans. Tickets are $15.
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M.W.: DARYL SHERMAN IN LOUNGING AT THE WALDORF ONE NIGHT ONLY
M.W.: DARYL SHERMAN IN LOUNGING AT THE WALDORF ONE NIGHT ONLY
Jazz vocalist Daryl Sherman brings her show "Lounging At The Waldorf - A Night of Johnny Mercer with Cole Porter Sitting In" to the KRANZBERG ART CENTER (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Thursday, April 22nd at 8:00 pm. She is joined by Dave Troncoso on Bass. Daryl Sherman played Cole Porter's piano for fifteen years at the Waldorf Hotel in New York. At The Kranzberg, she's doing a night of Johny Mercer, with a visit here and there from Cole. This charming, jazzy standout tours all over the world and she'll be here for one night only after a month long tour of the UK and Europe. For reservations & information, go to http://www.LicketyTix.com/
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Jazz vocalist Daryl Sherman brings her show "Lounging At The Waldorf - A Night of Johnny Mercer with Cole Porter Sitting In" to the KRANZBERG ART CENTER (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Thursday, April 22nd at 8:00 pm. She is joined by Dave Troncoso on Bass. Daryl Sherman played Cole Porter's piano for fifteen years at the Waldorf Hotel in New York. At The Kranzberg, she's doing a night of Johny Mercer, with a visit here and there from Cole. This charming, jazzy standout tours all over the world and she'll be here for one night only after a month long tour of the UK and Europe. For reservations & information, go to http://www.LicketyTix.com/
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BOS: SUEDE IS BACK, AND "IN A DANGEROUS MOOD" AT SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB
BOS: SUEDE IS BACK, AND "IN A DANGEROUS MOOD"
This Pop/Jazz/Blues favorit SUADE returns to SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB (400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111 - ) on Thursday, April 22nd at 8:00 pm. The lady plays piano, guitar and trumpet, but voice is her first instrument and entertaining is clearly her first love. She is sassy, classy and fun - think a cross between Diana Krall, Natalie Cole and Bette Midler, add a dash of Louis Armstrong and you might get some idea of Suede's unique musical talents and abilities. She is a consummate entertainer and song stylist. Her show includes sophisticated pop/jazz, naughty blues with a sizzling trumpet, love songs to make you swoon. Tickets are $25.
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This Pop/Jazz/Blues favorit SUADE returns to SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB (400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111 - ) on Thursday, April 22nd at 8:00 pm. The lady plays piano, guitar and trumpet, but voice is her first instrument and entertaining is clearly her first love. She is sassy, classy and fun - think a cross between Diana Krall, Natalie Cole and Bette Midler, add a dash of Louis Armstrong and you might get some idea of Suede's unique musical talents and abilities. She is a consummate entertainer and song stylist. Her show includes sophisticated pop/jazz, naughty blues with a sizzling trumpet, love songs to make you swoon. Tickets are $25.
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N.J.: BOB'S BIG THURSDAY SHOWCASE AT STOCKTON INN TONIGHT
N.J.: BOB'S BIG THURSDAY SHOWCASE AT STOCKTON INN
The next performance of BOB's BIG THURSDAY SHOWCASE will be on April 22nd, at 7:30 pm at the STOCKTON INN (1 North Main Street, Stockton NJ - 609-397-1250). Hosted by Bob Egan, the show usually features 6 to 10 vocalists from the NY-NJ-PA area. Performers scheduled to appear are Bruce Clough, Jack Cosgrove, TinaMarie Nicolo, Carla Simpson, Rand Hubiak, Erica Kostyz, Lou Ruvolo, Jilly Sentino, Lisa Sherman-Dow, Jonathan Waterfield and more to be announced! Only $5 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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The next performance of BOB's BIG THURSDAY SHOWCASE will be on April 22nd, at 7:30 pm at the STOCKTON INN (1 North Main Street, Stockton NJ - 609-397-1250). Hosted by Bob Egan, the show usually features 6 to 10 vocalists from the NY-NJ-PA area. Performers scheduled to appear are Bruce Clough, Jack Cosgrove, TinaMarie Nicolo, Carla Simpson, Rand Hubiak, Erica Kostyz, Lou Ruvolo, Jilly Sentino, Lisa Sherman-Dow, Jonathan Waterfield and more to be announced! Only $5 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: JESTERS OF JIVE IS SWINGIN' DOWNTOWN! -EXTENDED 2 MORE WEEKS
NYC: JESTERS OF JIVE IS SWINGIN' DOWNTOWN! -EXTENDED
Join Joan Crowe and her band on two more Thursdays, April 22nd & 29th at a new venue for a fun evening of "Jump-Jive & Swing" at LAFAYETTE GRILL & BAR (54 Franklin Street, NYC - 212-732-5600 - ) from 7:30 pm until 12:30 am. Don't miss the FREE dance lesson by Spencer Weisbond from "You Should Be Dancing" Studios at 7:00 pm before the fun begins. There's a great dance floor and awesome food! You can swing with Joan & Co. until your feet fall off, or you can just listen and tap your toes. Joan will be performing with a 5 piece version of her band with Julie Milgram on Piano, Doug Largent on Bass, Joe Izzo on Drums, Sean Mahoney on Trombone and vocals. Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome to sit in. LAFAYETTE GRILL & BAR is located in a really hip neighborhood downtown and easy parking after 7:00 pm. $10 cover.
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Join Joan Crowe and her band on two more Thursdays, April 22nd & 29th at a new venue for a fun evening of "Jump-Jive & Swing" at LAFAYETTE GRILL & BAR (54 Franklin Street, NYC - 212-732-5600 - ) from 7:30 pm until 12:30 am. Don't miss the FREE dance lesson by Spencer Weisbond from "You Should Be Dancing" Studios at 7:00 pm before the fun begins. There's a great dance floor and awesome food! You can swing with Joan & Co. until your feet fall off, or you can just listen and tap your toes. Joan will be performing with a 5 piece version of her band with Julie Milgram on Piano, Doug Largent on Bass, Joe Izzo on Drums, Sean Mahoney on Trombone and vocals. Instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome to sit in. LAFAYETTE GRILL & BAR is located in a really hip neighborhood downtown and easy parking after 7:00 pm. $10 cover.
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NYC: SCOT ALBERTSON AND HIS BAND AT THE BEECHMAN FOR 3rd SMASH YEAR ( @sueterry )
NYC: SCOT ALBERTSON AND HIS BAND AT THE BEECHMAN
Scot Albertson and his band return to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursday, April 22nd at 7:00 pm for his 3rd year of frequent appearances at the club. The band features Daryl Kojak as Pianist/Music Director, with Cameron Brown on bass, Anthony Pinciotti on drums and Sue Terry on alto sax, flute & clarinet. He will be performing music from his new CD as well as music from their diverse and expansive repertoire. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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Scot Albertson and his band return to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursday, April 22nd at 7:00 pm for his 3rd year of frequent appearances at the club. The band features Daryl Kojak as Pianist/Music Director, with Cameron Brown on bass, Anthony Pinciotti on drums and Sue Terry on alto sax, flute & clarinet. He will be performing music from his new CD as well as music from their diverse and expansive repertoire. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: 1930s IDOL WINNER EXTENDED AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM - final show of series...
NYC: 1930s IDOL WINNER EXTENDED AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
This year's reigning 1930s Idol champion, Sigali Hamberger, takes a departure from her take on the classics that earned her the title in her show "Solstice" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, April 22nd at 7:30 pm. Instead, Sigali explores a more contemporary and complex set of standards, art songs, and Broadway gems from Arlen and Azanavour to Bernstein and Bucchino. She lends her shimmering soprano to the contemporary works of Sondheim, Guettel, and Yeston along the way. Musical direction & arrangements are by Ido Alexander and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. Rodgers and Hart were on to something when they wrote about the noble pursuit of singing for one's supper. Sigali wants nothing more than to do just that. Her theater work includes roles inThe King & I, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, She Loves Me, The Mikado, Country Club, and A Christmas Carol. More recently she finds at home on the cabaret stage singing the standards, both classic and contemporary, from the American songbook to Broadway. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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This year's reigning 1930s Idol champion, Sigali Hamberger, takes a departure from her take on the classics that earned her the title in her show "Solstice" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, April 22nd at 7:30 pm. Instead, Sigali explores a more contemporary and complex set of standards, art songs, and Broadway gems from Arlen and Azanavour to Bernstein and Bucchino. She lends her shimmering soprano to the contemporary works of Sondheim, Guettel, and Yeston along the way. Musical direction & arrangements are by Ido Alexander and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. Rodgers and Hart were on to something when they wrote about the noble pursuit of singing for one's supper. Sigali wants nothing more than to do just that. Her theater work includes roles inThe King & I, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, She Loves Me, The Mikado, Country Club, and A Christmas Carol. More recently she finds at home on the cabaret stage singing the standards, both classic and contemporary, from the American songbook to Broadway. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
S.F.: FREDA PAYNE AT THE RRAZZ ROOM through Sunday, April 25th
S.F.: FREDA PAYNE AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
Platinum-selling chanteuse Freda Payne will perform at San Francisco's RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) Tuesday through Sunday, April 20th through 25th at 8:00 pm (Sunday at 7:00 pm). Freda has entertained music aficionados the world over with a vocal style reminiscent of the all-time greats of pop, jazz, and R&B. Freda's illustrious career began in the 1960s, as she was often coupled with the likes of Duke Ellington, Bill Cosby, Pearl Bailey, and Quincy Jones in memorable stage performances. In short order, Freda's versatility captured the attention of Hollywood producers who subsequently secured roles for her in feature films, such as The Nutty Professor: The Klumps. Freda even hosted her own television talk show in the 1980s. Two of her timeless singles, "Band of Gold" and "Bring the Boys Home," will be performed with a plethora of exciting numbers. Tickets are $40-$45/
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Platinum-selling chanteuse Freda Payne will perform at San Francisco's RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) Tuesday through Sunday, April 20th through 25th at 8:00 pm (Sunday at 7:00 pm). Freda has entertained music aficionados the world over with a vocal style reminiscent of the all-time greats of pop, jazz, and R&B. Freda's illustrious career began in the 1960s, as she was often coupled with the likes of Duke Ellington, Bill Cosby, Pearl Bailey, and Quincy Jones in memorable stage performances. In short order, Freda's versatility captured the attention of Hollywood producers who subsequently secured roles for her in feature films, such as The Nutty Professor: The Klumps. Freda even hosted her own television talk show in the 1980s. Two of her timeless singles, "Band of Gold" and "Bring the Boys Home," will be performed with a plethora of exciting numbers. Tickets are $40-$45/
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S.F.: "EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW" IN SAN FRANCISCO through Saturday
S.F.: "EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW" IN SAN FRANCISCO
Klea Blackhurst is off to San Francisco with her critically-acclaimed concert, Everything the Traffic Will Allow: The Songs and Sass of Ethel Merman for five performances at the THE EUREKA THEATER (215 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA - TKKTS: 415-255-8207 - http://www.42ndStMoon.org/ ). Performances are scheduled for Wednesday through Saturday, April 21st through 24th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, April 25th at 3:00 pm. The knock-out show took New York by storm in 2001 and has since been performed around country and in Europe. Klea brings bright new interpretations of Merman's signature songs such as "I Got Rhythm," "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and "There's No Business Like Show Business," as well as rarely performed obscurities including "Just A Moment Ago," "I've Still Got My Health," and "World Take Me Back." The show is Ms. Blackhurst's loving tribute to the songs made famous by the quintessential stage personality Ethel Merman. Rather than a Merman imitation, Ms Blackhurst offers a paean to the great Broadway legend that serves as a potent and happy reminder of Merman's sheer, undeniable importance to both the history of twentieth century entertainment and its iconic composers. Tickets are $44.
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Klea Blackhurst is off to San Francisco with her critically-acclaimed concert, Everything the Traffic Will Allow: The Songs and Sass of Ethel Merman for five performances at the THE EUREKA THEATER (215 Jackson Street, San Francisco, CA - TKKTS: 415-255-8207 - http://www.42ndStMoon.org/ ). Performances are scheduled for Wednesday through Saturday, April 21st through 24th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, April 25th at 3:00 pm. The knock-out show took New York by storm in 2001 and has since been performed around country and in Europe. Klea brings bright new interpretations of Merman's signature songs such as "I Got Rhythm," "Everything's Coming Up Roses" and "There's No Business Like Show Business," as well as rarely performed obscurities including "Just A Moment Ago," "I've Still Got My Health," and "World Take Me Back." The show is Ms. Blackhurst's loving tribute to the songs made famous by the quintessential stage personality Ethel Merman. Rather than a Merman imitation, Ms Blackhurst offers a paean to the great Broadway legend that serves as a potent and happy reminder of Merman's sheer, undeniable importance to both the history of twentieth century entertainment and its iconic composers. Tickets are $44.
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L.A.: JANICE PAIGE HELD OVER AT THE GARDENIA
L.A.: JANICE PAIGE HELD OVER AT THE GARDENIA
Janis Paige returns to THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ) for two additional performances of her cabaret debut on Wednesdays, April 21st & 28th at 9:00 pm. Ms. Paige was a film star for Warner Bros. in the 40s, a Broadway leading lady in Pajama Game in the 50s, a cast member of various TV series in the 80s and 90s. Call for cover/minimum information.
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Janis Paige returns to THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ) for two additional performances of her cabaret debut on Wednesdays, April 21st & 28th at 9:00 pm. Ms. Paige was a film star for Warner Bros. in the 40s, a Broadway leading lady in Pajama Game in the 50s, a cast member of various TV series in the 80s and 90s. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC: WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA "FROM PELHAM TO PARK AVENUE" (Major Room) through Saturday
NYC: WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA "FROM PELHAM TO PARK AVENUE"
FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 ) presents the return of the young identical twin brothers Will & Anthony NunziataTuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th. The show will play Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm and Friday & Saturday at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. Their new show, "From Pelham to Park Avenue," features songs from Broadway by Stephen Sondheim ("Pretty Women"), Jule Styne ("Make Someone Happy") and Frank Loesser ("I Believe In You"), Italian classics ("Funniculi, Funnicula") and numbers from newer songwriters like Michael Feinstein ("Swing Is Back In Style"). The show is directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and features Music Director Ben Toth on piano and Jered Egan on bass. Early shows have a $0-$60 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum. Late shows have a $25-$40 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 ) presents the return of the young identical twin brothers Will & Anthony NunziataTuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th. The show will play Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm and Friday & Saturday at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. Their new show, "From Pelham to Park Avenue," features songs from Broadway by Stephen Sondheim ("Pretty Women"), Jule Styne ("Make Someone Happy") and Frank Loesser ("I Believe In You"), Italian classics ("Funniculi, Funnicula") and numbers from newer songwriters like Michael Feinstein ("Swing Is Back In Style"). The show is directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and features Music Director Ben Toth on piano and Jered Egan on bass. Early shows have a $0-$60 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum. Late shows have a $25-$40 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: DAVE HOLLAND QUINTET AT BIRDLAND through Saturday at 8:30 & 11:00 pm
NYC: DAVE HOLLAND QUINTET AT BIRDLAND
The Dave Holland Quintet will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. A highly accomplished master of tone and rhythm, the Grammy winning bassist, composer, and bandleader is now in his fifth decade as a performer and his music possesses a rich and kaleidoscopic history. His path has led him from the frontiers of free improvisation to his modern ensembles that fully embody the Sam Rivers-instilled philosophy of "playing all of it." The Wolverhampton, England, native got his big break from Miles Davis, with whom he played during the trumpet legend's epochal Bitches Brew period. Solo, and in collaboration, Holland became a dominant voice in the 1970s - partnering with Rivers, and working with folk and rock musicians such as Bonnie Raitt and John Hartford, and even had a passing encounter with Jimi Hendrix. He formed his first working quintet in 1983, and continued to develop other fruitful relationships with artists such as Anthony Braxton, Stan Getz, Cassandra Wilson, Jack DeJohnette, Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Thelonious Monk, Betty Carter, Pat Metheny, Kenny Wheeler, Bill Frisell, Roy Haynes and Herbie Hancock over the course of his career. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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The Dave Holland Quintet will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. A highly accomplished master of tone and rhythm, the Grammy winning bassist, composer, and bandleader is now in his fifth decade as a performer and his music possesses a rich and kaleidoscopic history. His path has led him from the frontiers of free improvisation to his modern ensembles that fully embody the Sam Rivers-instilled philosophy of "playing all of it." The Wolverhampton, England, native got his big break from Miles Davis, with whom he played during the trumpet legend's epochal Bitches Brew period. Solo, and in collaboration, Holland became a dominant voice in the 1970s - partnering with Rivers, and working with folk and rock musicians such as Bonnie Raitt and John Hartford, and even had a passing encounter with Jimi Hendrix. He formed his first working quintet in 1983, and continued to develop other fruitful relationships with artists such as Anthony Braxton, Stan Getz, Cassandra Wilson, Jack DeJohnette, Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Thelonious Monk, Betty Carter, Pat Metheny, Kenny Wheeler, Bill Frisell, Roy Haynes and Herbie Hancock over the course of his career. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH LORGE & SKIPPER
NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH LORGE & SKIPPER
Dana Lorge and Richard Skipper are hosting "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" 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. On April 21st, special guests include Glen Charlow, Anthony Cochran. Henry Dee, Rita Ellis Hammer and Tod Hall. Bill Zeffero on keyboard & Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.
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Dana Lorge and Richard Skipper are hosting "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" 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. On April 21st, special guests include Glen Charlow, Anthony Cochran. Henry Dee, Rita Ellis Hammer and Tod Hall. Bill Zeffero on keyboard & Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.
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NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN WITH "UP JUMPED SPRING" TONIGHT AT METROPOLITAN ROOM
NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN WITH "UP JUMPED SPRING"
Mary Foster Conklin returns to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) with her new show "Up Jumped Spring" on Wednesday, April 21st and Saturday, April 24th, both shows at 7:30 pm. She is joined by Janice Friedman on piano, Marco Panascia on bass and Ron Vincent on drums. As the song goes, it's been a long cold lonely winter. What better way to celebrate the Spring than a program of music including songs by the Gershwins, Bob Dorough and Fran Landesman, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington, Matt Dennis, Leonard Cohen and Bill Evans, among others. A celebrated performer on the New York jazz and cabaret scene, Ms. Conklin is a longtime vocalist with Art Lillard's 15-piece Heavenly Band, and can be heard on his recording "Reasons to Be Thankful", on Summit Records. She is a three-time MAC Award winner, a three-time Bistro Award winner, and recipient of 2007 MAC Award for Jazz Recording of the Year for her tribute to Matt Dennis, BLUES FOR BREAKFAST on Rhombus Records. Her debut recording CRAZY EYES was listed as one of the ten best CDs of 1998 by IN THEATRE Magazine. Her second CD, YOU'D BE PARADISE, was released in Fall 2001 to critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Mary Foster Conklin returns to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) with her new show "Up Jumped Spring" on Wednesday, April 21st and Saturday, April 24th, both shows at 7:30 pm. She is joined by Janice Friedman on piano, Marco Panascia on bass and Ron Vincent on drums. As the song goes, it's been a long cold lonely winter. What better way to celebrate the Spring than a program of music including songs by the Gershwins, Bob Dorough and Fran Landesman, Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington, Matt Dennis, Leonard Cohen and Bill Evans, among others. A celebrated performer on the New York jazz and cabaret scene, Ms. Conklin is a longtime vocalist with Art Lillard's 15-piece Heavenly Band, and can be heard on his recording "Reasons to Be Thankful", on Summit Records. She is a three-time MAC Award winner, a three-time Bistro Award winner, and recipient of 2007 MAC Award for Jazz Recording of the Year for her tribute to Matt Dennis, BLUES FOR BREAKFAST on Rhombus Records. Her debut recording CRAZY EYES was listed as one of the ten best CDs of 1998 by IN THEATRE Magazine. Her second CD, YOU'D BE PARADISE, was released in Fall 2001 to critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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CYNTHIA CRANE RELEASES CD OF LIVE CABARET PERFORMANCE
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CYNTHIA CRANE RELEASES CD OF LIVE CABARET PERFORMANCE
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The third and final CD in Cynthia Crane's Trilogy (the other two were: If I Knew Now What I Knew Then, 2007; The Time Has Come - 2009) I'm Confused, Therefore I Am has now been released by LookoutJazz Records and is available at CD Baby. The CD is a live recording made when the show was performed at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM in 2009. At the time, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE said of the show: "Cynthia strung [the songs] out like a fine pearl cabaret necklace" This is a lady filled with a love for life, unbounded energy, and enthusiastic about anything she decides to do. This CD is a perfect demonstration of her dynamic personality - set to music. Pure entertainment!
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CYNTHIA CRANE RELEASES CD OF LIVE CABARET PERFORMANCE
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The third and final CD in Cynthia Crane's Trilogy (the other two were: If I Knew Now What I Knew Then, 2007; The Time Has Come - 2009) I'm Confused, Therefore I Am has now been released by LookoutJazz Records and is available at CD Baby. The CD is a live recording made when the show was performed at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM in 2009. At the time, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE said of the show: "Cynthia strung [the songs] out like a fine pearl cabaret necklace" This is a lady filled with a love for life, unbounded energy, and enthusiastic about anything she decides to do. This CD is a perfect demonstration of her dynamic personality - set to music. Pure entertainment!
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: TOM ABBOTT'S BIG BANG BIG BAND
NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: TOM ABBOTT'S BIG BANG BIG BAND
MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC) and is now presented on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte and Joan Uttal Anderson, Production Consultant. The show on Wednesday, April 21st features Tom Abbott's Big Bang Big Band. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
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MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC) and is now presented on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte and Joan Uttal Anderson, Production Consultant. The show on Wednesday, April 21st features Tom Abbott's Big Bang Big Band. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
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NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY AT BARNES & NOBLE FEATURES LUA HADAR
NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY FEATURES LUA HADAR
ANY WEDNESDAY, the free in-store concert series that features the best in cabaret, jazz and theater music takes at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC). Performances are at 6:00 pm. On Wednesday, April 21st at 6:00 pm, between appearances in Bangkok, San Francisco and Paris, the international sensation Lua Hadar will stop by and offer highlights from her CD, Lua Hader with Twist, in her high octane, multilingual style.. No Reservations taken. No cover. CDs for sale after show.
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ANY WEDNESDAY, the free in-store concert series that features the best in cabaret, jazz and theater music takes at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC). Performances are at 6:00 pm. On Wednesday, April 21st at 6:00 pm, between appearances in Bangkok, San Francisco and Paris, the international sensation Lua Hadar will stop by and offer highlights from her CD, Lua Hader with Twist, in her high octane, multilingual style.. No Reservations taken. No cover. CDs for sale after show.
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MUSICAL ACTS SOUGHT AT THE MAIN STAGE NYC
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MUSICAL ACTS SOUGHT AT THE MAIN STAGE
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Al Martin, owner of the Broadway Comedy Club, has appointed Collette Black as cabaret booking manager for THE MAIN STAGE at MAIN STAGE at BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808). THE MAIN STAGE, mid-town Manhattan's largest showroom and former home of Our Sinatra will once again present musical acts starting this spring. Upcoming performances include Central City Chorus, MAC Showcase, Sing Out Louise! Broadway Kidz: Time to Shine and Ziegfeld's Midnight Frolic of 2010. The Main Stage features a large oak stage with a new baby grand piano and a green room for performer's privacy before the show. The venue comfortably seats groups ranging from 70 to 200 people. Especially seeking vocalists, musical revues, ensembles, variety shows, open mics and benefits. Low room use fee includes technician to run lights and sound. Running time is flexible. For more information or an appointment to see the room please call Collette Black at 917-751-1848 or email colletteblack@earthlink.net
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MUSICAL ACTS SOUGHT AT THE MAIN STAGE
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Al Martin, owner of the Broadway Comedy Club, has appointed Collette Black as cabaret booking manager for THE MAIN STAGE at MAIN STAGE at BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808). THE MAIN STAGE, mid-town Manhattan's largest showroom and former home of Our Sinatra will once again present musical acts starting this spring. Upcoming performances include Central City Chorus, MAC Showcase, Sing Out Louise! Broadway Kidz: Time to Shine and Ziegfeld's Midnight Frolic of 2010. The Main Stage features a large oak stage with a new baby grand piano and a green room for performer's privacy before the show. The venue comfortably seats groups ranging from 70 to 200 people. Especially seeking vocalists, musical revues, ensembles, variety shows, open mics and benefits. Low room use fee includes technician to run lights and sound. Running time is flexible. For more information or an appointment to see the room please call Collette Black at 917-751-1848 or email colletteblack@earthlink.net
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010
RING THEM BELLS - SAVE THEM SHOWS!
Just a quick note about a two cabaret problems that you can each help correct by making a simple phone call.
I was at a show last night and fully half the audience arrived without reservations. The staff was not prepared, people had to be reseated to make room for parties of 6 and 8, the show went up late, and it took some time to settle the room down to start the show.
At the same time, I received notes from 3 performers, with shows this week, who had been notified by management that they had only a few reservations in the books, and unless they received at least 20 reservations, their shows would be cancelled. (They still have to pay a room fee or lose their deposit, and probably the musicians would also need payment.) These performers regularly get over 50 at their shows, but many of their fans choose to arrive without a reservation.
So, if you plan on seeing a show - and even not quite sure you will make it - phone in your reservations immediately so the "show can go on" and the venue can be prepared with enough wait staff to serve the room sufficiently.
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I was at a show last night and fully half the audience arrived without reservations. The staff was not prepared, people had to be reseated to make room for parties of 6 and 8, the show went up late, and it took some time to settle the room down to start the show.
At the same time, I received notes from 3 performers, with shows this week, who had been notified by management that they had only a few reservations in the books, and unless they received at least 20 reservations, their shows would be cancelled. (They still have to pay a room fee or lose their deposit, and probably the musicians would also need payment.) These performers regularly get over 50 at their shows, but many of their fans choose to arrive without a reservation.
So, if you plan on seeing a show - and even not quite sure you will make it - phone in your reservations immediately so the "show can go on" and the venue can be prepared with enough wait staff to serve the room sufficiently.
STU
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L.A.: SONY HOLLAND AT THE LEFT COAST WINE BAR - every Tuesday in April!
L.A.: SONY HOLLAND AT THE LEFT COAST WINE BAR
Sony Holland brings her show "The Duo ... Guitar & Vocals ... It's Sweet" to THE LEFT COAST WINE BAR (117 East Harvard Street, Glendale, CA - 818-507-7011 ) every Tuesday night in April, with 2 sets starting at 8:00 pm. They will also feature a wine tasting of Five California Cabernets for $15 on Tuesday nights. Call for cover/minimum information.
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Sony Holland brings her show "The Duo ... Guitar & Vocals ... It's Sweet" to THE LEFT COAST WINE BAR (117 East Harvard Street, Glendale, CA - 818-507-7011 ) every Tuesday night in April, with 2 sets starting at 8:00 pm. They will also feature a wine tasting of Five California Cabernets for $15 on Tuesday nights. Call for cover/minimum information.
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ARTIST MANAGEMENT & PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES AVAILABLE (ADV)
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ARTIST MANAGEMENT & PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES AVAILABLE
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Don Schaffer knows more about the details of promoting a cabaret show than just about anyone in cabaret. For many years he was the booking manager at DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM and rubbed elbows with members of the cabaret press almost nightly. Now he is offering his expertise and connections to all cabaret performers. For Artist Management and Public Relations services give him a call at 212-946-1265 or e-mail him at DSPR@nyc-rr-com
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ARTIST MANAGEMENT & PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES AVAILABLE
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Don Schaffer knows more about the details of promoting a cabaret show than just about anyone in cabaret. For many years he was the booking manager at DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM and rubbed elbows with members of the cabaret press almost nightly. Now he is offering his expertise and connections to all cabaret performers. For Artist Management and Public Relations services give him a call at 212-946-1265 or e-mail him at DSPR@nyc-rr-com
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II - BLOG EDITION
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II
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As soon as I get the special, revised MEMBERSHIP JOIN HERE page up and running, you'll be able to join/renew as a 2010-2011 member on line. This new year I can't think of anyone who won't be able to afford a CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE membership, since memberships start at just $5! We listed all the types, costs and benefits on the new 2010-2011 memberships in last Thursday's newsletter, so I won't repeat it all here. But if you would like to be an "early bird", send me an e-mail today at stuhamstra@svhamstra.com naming which level you want to purchase and I'll send you a PayPal invoice (you must use PayPal if your membership is in the $5-$19 range, since my bank gets a little irritated if I deposit too many small checks). If you wish to join as a SILVER ($20) member and above, and you prefer to pay using a check, please remember, all checks should be made out simply to STU HAMSTRA and mailed to 676A Ninth Avenue #120, New York, NY 10036. Please include your e-mail address with your check.
Here are the levels:
$5 - $19 - SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP (basic CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE discount card & website listings)
$20 - $49 - SILVER MEMBERSHIP - rebated fully towards first banner ad in membership year + free CD sale page and blog/youtube links.
$50 - GOLD MEMBERSHIP - 15% discount on banners + 5 CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$100 - CRYSTAL MEMBERSHIP - 25% discount on banners + unlimited CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$250 - PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP - 35% discount on banners + unlimited CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$500 - DIAMOND MEMBERSHIP - 50% discount on banners + unlimited CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$1000 - DIAMOND SELECT MEMBERSHIP (same as DIAMOND but comes with 2 FREE tickets to our next annual Birthday Party plus 6 free weeks of SUPER-SIZE BANNER ads.
All benefits for each level of membership will be on the website in the next day or so - just click on the JOIN HERE button at the top of every page.
2010-2011 Membership cards will start going out on May 5th (2010) and will be valid through July 5th, 2011.
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FINAL CALL FOR COMMENTS: I'm still seriously studying whether to continue the CABARETSINGS.COM website. While the website continues to get about 100 visitors a day, there seems to be a complete lack of interest on the part of new songwriters to join the program. Inclusion on the website only involves joining as a member at any level - so before asking the current partipants to rejoin for 2010-2011, I must come to a decision. Several songwriters listed have reported song requests/sales through the site, but with so few currently involved, I need to decide if it is all worth the effort involved.
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See a show or two this week! Visit our websites! Run a banner or sidebar ad! Now - more than ever - cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) needs your support. Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!
Look for more news on the website ( http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ ), on the blog ( http://cabarethotlineonline.blogspot.com/ ) and updates, picks & reminders on TWITTER ( http://twitter.com/cabarethotline ).
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And that's just about the way it was. I still have a lot more to tell you about but we've run out of space so the rest will have to wait until Mondays's issue.
Thanks for your support of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE!
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II
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As soon as I get the special, revised MEMBERSHIP JOIN HERE page up and running, you'll be able to join/renew as a 2010-2011 member on line. This new year I can't think of anyone who won't be able to afford a CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE membership, since memberships start at just $5! We listed all the types, costs and benefits on the new 2010-2011 memberships in last Thursday's newsletter, so I won't repeat it all here. But if you would like to be an "early bird", send me an e-mail today at stuhamstra@svhamstra.com naming which level you want to purchase and I'll send you a PayPal invoice (you must use PayPal if your membership is in the $5-$19 range, since my bank gets a little irritated if I deposit too many small checks). If you wish to join as a SILVER ($20) member and above, and you prefer to pay using a check, please remember, all checks should be made out simply to STU HAMSTRA and mailed to 676A Ninth Avenue #120, New York, NY 10036. Please include your e-mail address with your check.
Here are the levels:
$5 - $19 - SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP (basic CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE discount card & website listings)
$20 - $49 - SILVER MEMBERSHIP - rebated fully towards first banner ad in membership year + free CD sale page and blog/youtube links.
$50 - GOLD MEMBERSHIP - 15% discount on banners + 5 CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$100 - CRYSTAL MEMBERSHIP - 25% discount on banners + unlimited CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$250 - PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP - 35% discount on banners + unlimited CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$500 - DIAMOND MEMBERSHIP - 50% discount on banners + unlimited CD sales spots and blog/youtube links.
$1000 - DIAMOND SELECT MEMBERSHIP (same as DIAMOND but comes with 2 FREE tickets to our next annual Birthday Party plus 6 free weeks of SUPER-SIZE BANNER ads.
All benefits for each level of membership will be on the website in the next day or so - just click on the JOIN HERE button at the top of every page.
2010-2011 Membership cards will start going out on May 5th (2010) and will be valid through July 5th, 2011.
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FINAL CALL FOR COMMENTS: I'm still seriously studying whether to continue the CABARETSINGS.COM website. While the website continues to get about 100 visitors a day, there seems to be a complete lack of interest on the part of new songwriters to join the program. Inclusion on the website only involves joining as a member at any level - so before asking the current partipants to rejoin for 2010-2011, I must come to a decision. Several songwriters listed have reported song requests/sales through the site, but with so few currently involved, I need to decide if it is all worth the effort involved.
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See a show or two this week! Visit our websites! Run a banner or sidebar ad! Now - more than ever - cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) needs your support. Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!
Look for more news on the website ( http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ ), on the blog ( http://cabarethotlineonline.blogspot.com/ ) and updates, picks & reminders on TWITTER ( http://twitter.com/cabarethotline ).
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And that's just about the way it was. I still have a lot more to tell you about but we've run out of space so the rest will have to wait until Mondays's issue.
Thanks for your support of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE!
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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HERE & THERE - PART I - BLOG EDITION
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HERE & THERE - PART I
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I've been invited to attend the MAC show and have already confirmed my free press tickets. Thank you MAC for remembering me. Be sure to "save the date" for the 24th Annual MAC Awards which will be held Tuesday, May 4th at 7:30 PM at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144 - ). Some details below, but tickets are already one sale. It sold out last year (over 600 seats sold) so if you plan to attend, I advise early purchase. MAC reports that they are almost sold out of the $75 Silver Circle Tickets and can no longer accept mail orders for this price level (a few tickets remain at this price level on the Brown Paper Tickets website). Tickets may be ordered online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/101011 .
In that connection, we're holding a MEMBERS ONLY contest this year to see who can come closest to predicting the winners on a select list of categories of this year's event - the entry forms went out last night, and we're already getting entries. We will announce the winners after MAC has its show - and winners will receive free CABARET CDs (up to 6 of there's only one winner.
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HERE & THERE - PART I
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I've been invited to attend the MAC show and have already confirmed my free press tickets. Thank you MAC for remembering me. Be sure to "save the date" for the 24th Annual MAC Awards which will be held Tuesday, May 4th at 7:30 PM at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144 - ). Some details below, but tickets are already one sale. It sold out last year (over 600 seats sold) so if you plan to attend, I advise early purchase. MAC reports that they are almost sold out of the $75 Silver Circle Tickets and can no longer accept mail orders for this price level (a few tickets remain at this price level on the Brown Paper Tickets website). Tickets may be ordered online at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/101011 .
In that connection, we're holding a MEMBERS ONLY contest this year to see who can come closest to predicting the winners on a select list of categories of this year's event - the entry forms went out last night, and we're already getting entries. We will announce the winners after MAC has its show - and winners will receive free CABARET CDs (up to 6 of there's only one winner.
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NEWS OF ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2010 - JUNE 11TH THROUGH 26TH
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ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2010 - JUNE 11TH THROUGH 26TH
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The largest cabaret festival in the world takes place annually in the city of Adelaide in Australia, and this year's event takes place from June 11th through 26th. One of the founders of the event, Frank Ford, sends us his "top-10" picks each year, and you can get more information on each of his picks from the OnLine Program Book at
http://www.adelaidecabaretfestival.com/ and check out the page number at the end of each of the 10 shows listed. By the way, we have about 40 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE subscribers in Australia/New Zeeland - and even three members!
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FRANK FORD'S TOP TEN PICKS
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Friends have been asking for some guidance in choosing from such a fabulous program. So here are some suggestions to get you started.
NATALIE COLE. A great star and great songs in "Unforgettable ...With Love". Absolutely unforgettable! Exclusive to Adelaide! (Page 7)
SMOKE AND MIRRORS. A collection of stunning and bizarre acts in the style of European cabaret! Fab fun! Not to be missed! (Page 13)
ROBYN ARCHER in classic Berlin cabaret is sure to be a sell out!(Page 17) More fantastic European cabaret with JOHN WATERS in Brel.(Page 10)
LIZ CALLAWAY. A brilliant Broadway Babe with a voice and stage presence to die for! Has won dozens of awards! (Page 9)
THE WHARF REVIEW "PENNIES FROM KEVIN" is political and social satire at its best. Lampooning our beloved pollies with witty songs! (Page 9)
DONNA MCKECHNIE in "My Musical Comedy Life" sings, dances and acts like a fabulous Broadway star which she is! (Page 11)
TREVOR ASHLEY is Liza (on an E). If you missed Liza don't miss this. It's better than the original with lots of love and laughter. (Page 28)
CAROLINE O'CONNOR. This human dynamo explodes on the stage like a star burst of artistic exuberance. A wonder to behold! (Page 23)
MARNEY MCQUEEN in "ROSA Waxes Lyrical" made Edinburgh Fringe Festival critics' hair stand on end. They loved her. (Page 28)
DAVID HOBSON in "Am I really here?" But how could you miss him! He is a stunning star of the Australian stage. (Page16)
For full program and to book on-line go to: www.adelaidecabaretfestival.com or phone BASS 131 246
Shows will sell out! BOOK TICKETS NOW! Save $ and Get a Season Pass!
See you at the fun Festival of Cabaret!
Cheers -Frank
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ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL 2010 - JUNE 11TH THROUGH 26TH
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The largest cabaret festival in the world takes place annually in the city of Adelaide in Australia, and this year's event takes place from June 11th through 26th. One of the founders of the event, Frank Ford, sends us his "top-10" picks each year, and you can get more information on each of his picks from the OnLine Program Book at
http://www.adelaidecabaretfestival.com/ and check out the page number at the end of each of the 10 shows listed. By the way, we have about 40 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE subscribers in Australia/New Zeeland - and even three members!
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FRANK FORD'S TOP TEN PICKS
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Friends have been asking for some guidance in choosing from such a fabulous program. So here are some suggestions to get you started.
NATALIE COLE. A great star and great songs in "Unforgettable ...With Love". Absolutely unforgettable! Exclusive to Adelaide! (Page 7)
SMOKE AND MIRRORS. A collection of stunning and bizarre acts in the style of European cabaret! Fab fun! Not to be missed! (Page 13)
ROBYN ARCHER in classic Berlin cabaret is sure to be a sell out!(Page 17) More fantastic European cabaret with JOHN WATERS in Brel.(Page 10)
LIZ CALLAWAY. A brilliant Broadway Babe with a voice and stage presence to die for! Has won dozens of awards! (Page 9)
THE WHARF REVIEW "PENNIES FROM KEVIN" is political and social satire at its best. Lampooning our beloved pollies with witty songs! (Page 9)
DONNA MCKECHNIE in "My Musical Comedy Life" sings, dances and acts like a fabulous Broadway star which she is! (Page 11)
TREVOR ASHLEY is Liza (on an E). If you missed Liza don't miss this. It's better than the original with lots of love and laughter. (Page 28)
CAROLINE O'CONNOR. This human dynamo explodes on the stage like a star burst of artistic exuberance. A wonder to behold! (Page 23)
MARNEY MCQUEEN in "ROSA Waxes Lyrical" made Edinburgh Fringe Festival critics' hair stand on end. They loved her. (Page 28)
DAVID HOBSON in "Am I really here?" But how could you miss him! He is a stunning star of the Australian stage. (Page16)
For full program and to book on-line go to: www.adelaidecabaretfestival.com or phone BASS 131 246
Shows will sell out! BOOK TICKETS NOW! Save $ and Get a Season Pass!
See you at the fun Festival of Cabaret!
Cheers -Frank
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L.A. & S.F. shows follow - no other NYC press releases received
I wish I could let you know about what's happening at THE CAFE CARLYLE and THE OAK ROOM but apparently they don't believe in internet journalism - in spite of repeated requests for press releases. Maybe next week.
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NYC: WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA "FROM PELHAM TO PARK AVENUE" (Major Room) through Saturday
NYC: WILL & ANTHONY NUNZIATA "FROM PELHAM TO PARK AVENUE"
FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 ) presents the return of the young identical twin brothers Will & Anthony NunziataTuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th. The show will play Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm and Friday & Saturday at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. Their new show, "From Pelham to Park Avenue," features songs from Broadway by Stephen Sondheim ("Pretty Women"), Jule Styne ("Make Someone Happy") and Frank Loesser ("I Believe In You"), Italian classics ("Funniculi, Funnicula") and numbers from newer songwriters like Michael Feinstein ("Swing Is Back In Style"). The show is directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and features Music Director Ben Toth on piano and Jered Egan on bass. Early shows have a $0-$60 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum. Late shows have a $25-$40 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 ) presents the return of the young identical twin brothers Will & Anthony NunziataTuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th. The show will play Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm and Friday & Saturday at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. Their new show, "From Pelham to Park Avenue," features songs from Broadway by Stephen Sondheim ("Pretty Women"), Jule Styne ("Make Someone Happy") and Frank Loesser ("I Believe In You"), Italian classics ("Funniculi, Funnicula") and numbers from newer songwriters like Michael Feinstein ("Swing Is Back In Style"). The show is directed by Richard Jay-Alexander and features Music Director Ben Toth on piano and Jered Egan on bass. Early shows have a $0-$60 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum. Late shows have a $25-$40 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: DAVE HOLLAND QUINTET AT BIRDLAND through Saturday at 8:30 & 11:00 pm
NYC: DAVE HOLLAND QUINTET AT BIRDLAND
The Dave Holland Quintet will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. A highly accomplished master of tone and rhythm, the Grammy winning bassist, composer, and bandleader is now in his fifth decade as a performer and his music possesses a rich and kaleidoscopic history. His path has led him from the frontiers of free improvisation to his modern ensembles that fully embody the Sam Rivers-instilled philosophy of "playing all of it." The Wolverhampton, England, native got his big break from Miles Davis, with whom he played during the trumpet legend's epochal Bitches Brew period. Solo, and in collaboration, Holland became a dominant voice in the 1970s - partnering with Rivers, and working with folk and rock musicians such as Bonnie Raitt and John Hartford, and even had a passing encounter with Jimi Hendrix. He formed his first working quintet in 1983, and continued to develop other fruitful relationships with artists such as Anthony Braxton, Stan Getz, Cassandra Wilson, Jack DeJohnette, Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Thelonious Monk, Betty Carter, Pat Metheny, Kenny Wheeler, Bill Frisell, Roy Haynes and Herbie Hancock over the course of his career. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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The Dave Holland Quintet will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 20th through 24th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. A highly accomplished master of tone and rhythm, the Grammy winning bassist, composer, and bandleader is now in his fifth decade as a performer and his music possesses a rich and kaleidoscopic history. His path has led him from the frontiers of free improvisation to his modern ensembles that fully embody the Sam Rivers-instilled philosophy of "playing all of it." The Wolverhampton, England, native got his big break from Miles Davis, with whom he played during the trumpet legend's epochal Bitches Brew period. Solo, and in collaboration, Holland became a dominant voice in the 1970s - partnering with Rivers, and working with folk and rock musicians such as Bonnie Raitt and John Hartford, and even had a passing encounter with Jimi Hendrix. He formed his first working quintet in 1983, and continued to develop other fruitful relationships with artists such as Anthony Braxton, Stan Getz, Cassandra Wilson, Jack DeJohnette, Chick Corea, Joe Henderson, Thelonious Monk, Betty Carter, Pat Metheny, Kenny Wheeler, Bill Frisell, Roy Haynes and Herbie Hancock over the course of his career. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: LOVE, LINDA: THE LIFE OF MRS. COLE PORTER with Stevie Holland
NYC: LOVE, LINDA: THE LIFE OF MRS. COLE PORTER
150 Productions presents LOVE, LINDA: THE LIFE OF MRS. COLE PORTER, a one-woman musical starring Stevie Holland, about Linda Porter and her life with husband Cole Porter, will continue at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590), with performances on Wednesdays at 8:00 pm. Ben West directs. Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, LOVE, LINDA stars Stevie Holland as Linda Porter, the Southern beauty who married the legendary songwriter Cole Porter at the dawn of the roaring twenties. Although Cole Porter was gay, their companionship and love lasted through 35 years of marriage and together they lived a spectacular, glamour-filled life. The production has a book by Ms. Holland and Gary William Friedman. The score for LOVE, LINDA includes such beloved Porter songs as "So in Love," "In the Still of the Night," "Love for Sale," and "Night and Day." Woven through the compelling narrative of the musical, these songs, and lesser-known Porter gems, unite to tell the story of Linda and Cole's unconventional relationship and great love for each other. There is a $35 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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150 Productions presents LOVE, LINDA: THE LIFE OF MRS. COLE PORTER, a one-woman musical starring Stevie Holland, about Linda Porter and her life with husband Cole Porter, will continue at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590), with performances on Wednesdays at 8:00 pm. Ben West directs. Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, LOVE, LINDA stars Stevie Holland as Linda Porter, the Southern beauty who married the legendary songwriter Cole Porter at the dawn of the roaring twenties. Although Cole Porter was gay, their companionship and love lasted through 35 years of marriage and together they lived a spectacular, glamour-filled life. The production has a book by Ms. Holland and Gary William Friedman. The score for LOVE, LINDA includes such beloved Porter songs as "So in Love," "In the Still of the Night," "Love for Sale," and "Night and Day." Woven through the compelling narrative of the musical, these songs, and lesser-known Porter gems, unite to tell the story of Linda and Cole's unconventional relationship and great love for each other. There is a $35 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: DARYL SHERMAN - 1:00 pm at "the Jazz Church"
NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: DARYL SHERMAN
MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC - ) and is now presented on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte. The show on Tuesday, April 20th features Daryl Sherman, pianist / singer with Tom Artin, trombone. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
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MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC - ) and is now presented on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte. The show on Tuesday, April 20th features Daryl Sherman, pianist / singer with Tom Artin, trombone. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
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NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS" -Reflects on 30 years in NYC Cabaret
NYC: RICKY RITZEL IN "HYSTERICAL BLONDNESS"
2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings back his show "Hysterical Blondness" in 2010 to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) for one night only on Tuesday, April 20th at 7:00 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Cabaret veteran Ricky Ritzel brings back his show "Hysterical Blondness" in 2010 to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) for one night only on Tuesday, April 20th at 7:00 pm. Ritzel has been a fixture on the nightclub and cabaret scene in NYC for 30 years and has received a multitude of Cabaret awards, including 13 Manhattan Association of Clubs Awards in 8 different categories. He has performed all over the USA as well as London and Paris. An accomplished solo performer, Ricky has also accompanied such greats as Vivian Blaine, Ruth Warrick, Arthur Prysock, Varla Jean Merman, Julie Wilson, Lenora Nemetz and Miss Coco. With famed Chicago jazz vocalist Spider Saloff, Ricky created several award winning revues such as "1938", which was recorded on the Kopathetics label, "Porgy & Bess: a Cabaret Concert" and "Ira and Others".His performance as Jimmy Durante in "Schnozzola!" earned him critical raves and numerous awards. The show is written by Ricky Ritzel and Jim Luzar, and directed by Mr. Luzar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Monday, April 19, 2010
L.A.AREA: VICKI KNIGHT AT BLAME IT ON MIDNIGHT
L.A.AREA: VICKI KNIGHT AT BLAME IT ON MIDNIGHT
BLAME IT ON MIDNIGHT (777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA - 760-323-1200 ) is continues their celebration of MARCH IS CABARET MONTH into April on Monday, April 19th, featuring Chanteuse Vicki Knight in "A Knightingale Sings in Palm Springs Again." There is a $10 cover plus dinner.
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BLAME IT ON MIDNIGHT (777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA - 760-323-1200 ) is continues their celebration of MARCH IS CABARET MONTH into April on Monday, April 19th, featuring Chanteuse Vicki Knight in "A Knightingale Sings in Palm Springs Again." There is a $10 cover plus dinner.
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L.A.: MARLENE VERPLANCK WITH BIG BAND AT CATALINA B & G
L.A.: MARLENE VERPLANCK WITH BIG BAND AT CATALINA B & G
Jazz vocalist Marlene VerPlanck will continue her West Coast tour on Monday, April 19th at CATALINA BAR & GRILL (6725 West Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-2210 ), appearing with a big band. Marlene will be featuring songs from her latest and 20th CD "Once There Was A Moon", which has received over a dozen rave reviews. Marlene spent many years as a first call 'back up' singer to everyone from Sinatra to Kiss, and the voice of hundreds of national commercials, including, MMM Good, (Campbell's Soup) Weekends Were Made for Michelob, Salem Cigarettes, Winston Cigarettes and many, many others. Coming up in March is a one month tour of Holland and England, April in California and back to NY in May. She was also selected to headline The Johnny Mercer Centennial, in November at the Johnny Mercer Auditorium, in Savannah, GA. Call for cover/minimum information.
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Jazz vocalist Marlene VerPlanck will continue her West Coast tour on Monday, April 19th at CATALINA BAR & GRILL (6725 West Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-2210 ), appearing with a big band. Marlene will be featuring songs from her latest and 20th CD "Once There Was A Moon", which has received over a dozen rave reviews. Marlene spent many years as a first call 'back up' singer to everyone from Sinatra to Kiss, and the voice of hundreds of national commercials, including, MMM Good, (Campbell's Soup) Weekends Were Made for Michelob, Salem Cigarettes, Winston Cigarettes and many, many others. Coming up in March is a one month tour of Holland and England, April in California and back to NY in May. She was also selected to headline The Johnny Mercer Centennial, in November at the Johnny Mercer Auditorium, in Savannah, GA. Call for cover/minimum information.
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CHI: BACK TOGETHER AGAIN AT DAVENPORTS (FORMER STARS FROM SLIDE SHOW)
CHI: BACK TOGETHER AGAIN AT DAVENPORTS
In 2006, Vanessa Panerosa and Andrea Prestinario played conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton in Bohemian Theatre Ensemble's hugely successful production of Side Show. Now, they're back together again on Monday nights, April 12th, 19th & 26th at 8:00 pm at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 ). With musical direction by Nick Sula and Phil Martin on drums, the Jeff award-winning pair reunite to bring you an evening of songs about love, companionship and rivalry. Conjoined again for a limited engagement. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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In 2006, Vanessa Panerosa and Andrea Prestinario played conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton in Bohemian Theatre Ensemble's hugely successful production of Side Show. Now, they're back together again on Monday nights, April 12th, 19th & 26th at 8:00 pm at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 ). With musical direction by Nick Sula and Phil Martin on drums, the Jeff award-winning pair reunite to bring you an evening of songs about love, companionship and rivalry. Conjoined again for a limited engagement. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: A DETERMINED, IF DITSY CABARET DEBUT AT DON'T TELL MAMA TODAY
NYC: A DETERMINED, IF DITSY CABARET DEBUT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $2 OFF THE COVER
Marissa Mulder will make her cabaret debut at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, April 19th at 9:15 pm. The show is titled "Lost and Found - a determined, if ditzy cabaret debut" and is filled with story and song all about coming to the big city from a small town and learning to make one own way. Musical director is Tracy Stark, and Karen Oberlin directs. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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MEMBER DISCOUNT - $2 OFF THE COVER
Marissa Mulder will make her cabaret debut at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, April 19th at 9:15 pm. The show is titled "Lost and Found - a determined, if ditzy cabaret debut" and is filled with story and song all about coming to the big city from a small town and learning to make one own way. Musical director is Tracy Stark, and Karen Oberlin directs. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: ILENE GRAFF IN "FIRST YOU DREAM" AT BIRDLAND TONIGHT
NYC: ILENE GRAFF IN "FIRST YOU DREAM"
Broadway/television veteran Ilene Graff will be performing her concert, "First You Dream" at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Monday, April 19th at 7:00 pm. This concert will be part of the long-running Broadway at Birdland series, showcasing performers and composers from the Great White Way. Accompanied by her Musical Director-husband Ben Lanzarone, Graff will perform material ranging from Harold Arlen to the Beatles, the Bergmans to Sondheim, all with unique interpretations and arrangements. Ilene Graff is best known to audiences as Marsha Owens, the mom on the long running ABC comedy "Mr. Belvedere." She made her professional Broadway debut years earlier on the musical stage in Promises Promises, the Neil Simon, Bacharach/David hit, where she understudied the leading lady and sang backups from the orchestra pit. She performed the role of Fran Kubelik in New York before starring in the National Tour. One of her biggest Broadway triumphs was creating the role of Cleo in the Cy Coleman, Michael Stewart musical comedy hit I Love My Wife, directed by Tony Award winner Gene Saks. She can be heard on the show's Original Cast Album. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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Broadway/television veteran Ilene Graff will be performing her concert, "First You Dream" at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Monday, April 19th at 7:00 pm. This concert will be part of the long-running Broadway at Birdland series, showcasing performers and composers from the Great White Way. Accompanied by her Musical Director-husband Ben Lanzarone, Graff will perform material ranging from Harold Arlen to the Beatles, the Bergmans to Sondheim, all with unique interpretations and arrangements. Ilene Graff is best known to audiences as Marsha Owens, the mom on the long running ABC comedy "Mr. Belvedere." She made her professional Broadway debut years earlier on the musical stage in Promises Promises, the Neil Simon, Bacharach/David hit, where she understudied the leading lady and sang backups from the orchestra pit. She performed the role of Fran Kubelik in New York before starring in the National Tour. One of her biggest Broadway triumphs was creating the role of Cleo in the Cy Coleman, Michael Stewart musical comedy hit I Love My Wife, directed by Tony Award winner Gene Saks. She can be heard on the show's Original Cast Album. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER ALLAN HARRIS AT THE METROPOLITAN TONIGHT
NYC: NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER ALLAN HARRIS AT THE METROPOLITAN
Winner of three New York Nightlife Awards, Allan Harris will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Mondays, April 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 9:30 pm. Harris has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for his amazing ability to touch and inspire people with his "smooth as velvet voice" and powerful stage presence. He has released nine international CDs within the past ten years, written, produced and starred in a new musical and toured in over twelve countries. Harris stretches far beyond the jazz crooner's province to the hemline of American jazz and vernacular music. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Winner of three New York Nightlife Awards, Allan Harris will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Mondays, April 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 9:30 pm. Harris has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for his amazing ability to touch and inspire people with his "smooth as velvet voice" and powerful stage presence. He has released nine international CDs within the past ten years, written, produced and starred in a new musical and toured in over twelve countries. Harris stretches far beyond the jazz crooner's province to the hemline of American jazz and vernacular music. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: ZIEGFELD'S MIDNIGHT FROLIC OF 2010 AT THE MAIN STAGE
NYC: ZIEGFELD'S MIDNIGHT FROLIC OF 2010 AT THE MAIN STAGE
Mark York and The Ziegfeld Society present Ziegfeld's "Midnight Frolic of 2010" THE MAIN STAGE at THE BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2333) with shows scheduled over three weeks, Sundays, April 18th, 25th & May 2nd at 3:00 pm and Mondays, April 19th, 26th and May 3rd at 7:00 pm. As before, the Frolic is a wonderful way to relive the days of seeing a Ziegfeld show on the New Amsterdam Theatre Rooftop. The shows feature a dozen performers, including some elaborately costumed showgirls, to recapture the ambiance of the original Follies. Producer-Director is Mark York and Choreographer is David Auxier. Each set of weekly shows features a special guest, with Anita Gillette appearing on the 18th & 19th, Jane Summerhays on the 25th & 26th and Sarah Rice on May 2nd & 3rd. Online Purchase through http://www.brownpapertickets.com at $25 (payable in advance) + 2 drink minimum, food available (payable at time of service).
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Mark York and The Ziegfeld Society present Ziegfeld's "Midnight Frolic of 2010" THE MAIN STAGE at THE BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2333) with shows scheduled over three weeks, Sundays, April 18th, 25th & May 2nd at 3:00 pm and Mondays, April 19th, 26th and May 3rd at 7:00 pm. As before, the Frolic is a wonderful way to relive the days of seeing a Ziegfeld show on the New Amsterdam Theatre Rooftop. The shows feature a dozen performers, including some elaborately costumed showgirls, to recapture the ambiance of the original Follies. Producer-Director is Mark York and Choreographer is David Auxier. Each set of weekly shows features a special guest, with Anita Gillette appearing on the 18th & 19th, Jane Summerhays on the 25th & 26th and Sarah Rice on May 2nd & 3rd. Online Purchase through http://www.brownpapertickets.com at $25 (payable in advance) + 2 drink minimum, food available (payable at time of service).
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NYC: JENNA ESPOSITO RETURNS WITH CONNIE FRANCIS SHOW TONIGHT
NYC: JENNA ESPOSITO RETURNS WITH CONNIE FRANCIS SHOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Jenna Esposito will bring poodle skirts and puppy love back to the big city with a reprise performance of her acclaimed show, "Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) on Monday, April 19th at 7:30 pm. The show also continues the celebration of the release of Jenna's new CD, a live recording of her acclaimed tribute show. "Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis" is an engaging and endearing time capsule that revisits the musical world one of the most beloved and best-selling female vocalists of the 20th Century. Directed by Lennie Watts with musical direction by Fortune Esposito, the show features a five piece band and backup singers, complete with period vocal arrangements. Jenna explores the ups and downs of Connie's legendary career, her hidden love with fellow teen idol Bobby Darin and Jenna's touching personal story of meeting the great lady herself. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER
2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Jenna Esposito will bring poodle skirts and puppy love back to the big city with a reprise performance of her acclaimed show, "Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 ) on Monday, April 19th at 7:30 pm. The show also continues the celebration of the release of Jenna's new CD, a live recording of her acclaimed tribute show. "Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis" is an engaging and endearing time capsule that revisits the musical world one of the most beloved and best-selling female vocalists of the 20th Century. Directed by Lennie Watts with musical direction by Fortune Esposito, the show features a five piece band and backup singers, complete with period vocal arrangements. Jenna explores the ups and downs of Connie's legendary career, her hidden love with fellow teen idol Bobby Darin and Jenna's touching personal story of meeting the great lady herself. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NEW YORK CITY AUDITIONS BEING HELD TODAY FOR THE ART OF CABARET - MASTER CLASSES!
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THE ART OF CABARET - MASTER CLASSES IN SONG PERFORMANCE
NEW YORK CITY AUDITIONS BEING HELD TODAY!
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The Art of Cabaret - Master Classes in Song Performance will be presented again this summer at the THE PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL & CAMP (40755 RCR 36 Steamboat Springs, CO - 970-879-7125 - http://www.perry-mansfield.org/ ) the week of August 23rd through 30th. Master Teachers include Andrea Marcovicci, Karen Mason, Christopher Denny, Barry Kleinbort, Shelly Markham and David Gaines. The Art of Cabaret is an intensive workshop designed for performers who wish to explore this time-honored medium. A maximum of 16 participants will study in small group sessions that meet twice daily. Evenings will consist of special topic presentations by our faculty and guests, the opportunity to see the renowned faculty perform in concert and a visit to the local hot springs. The weeklong intensive will culminate in a public concert given by those participating in the program. Admission by audition only and limited to 16 participants. NYC auditions will take place on Monday, April 19th and Los Angeles auditions are scheduled for Monday, April 26th. Call 1-800-430-2787 right away to arrange your audition. See the website at http://www.perry-mansfield.org/ for details.
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THE ART OF CABARET - MASTER CLASSES IN SONG PERFORMANCE
NEW YORK CITY AUDITIONS BEING HELD TODAY!
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The Art of Cabaret - Master Classes in Song Performance will be presented again this summer at the THE PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL & CAMP (40755 RCR 36 Steamboat Springs, CO - 970-879-7125 - http://www.perry-mansfield.org/ ) the week of August 23rd through 30th. Master Teachers include Andrea Marcovicci, Karen Mason, Christopher Denny, Barry Kleinbort, Shelly Markham and David Gaines. The Art of Cabaret is an intensive workshop designed for performers who wish to explore this time-honored medium. A maximum of 16 participants will study in small group sessions that meet twice daily. Evenings will consist of special topic presentations by our faculty and guests, the opportunity to see the renowned faculty perform in concert and a visit to the local hot springs. The weeklong intensive will culminate in a public concert given by those participating in the program. Admission by audition only and limited to 16 participants. NYC auditions will take place on Monday, April 19th and Los Angeles auditions are scheduled for Monday, April 26th. Call 1-800-430-2787 right away to arrange your audition. See the website at http://www.perry-mansfield.org/ for details.
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Sunday, April 18, 2010
N.E.: PROVINCETOWN CABARET FEST 2010 FINAL DAY - BRUNCH & HIGH TEA
N.E.: PROVINCETOWN CABARET FEST 2010
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT
The Provincetown Business Guild is excited to present PROVINCETOWN CABARET FEST 2010, Friday through Sunday, April 16th through 18th. The event features 14 performers appearing in 4 venues. The final featured event will be on Sunday April 18th at 11:30 am, Sunday Brunch with Carol O'Shaughnessy, at CROWN & ANCHOR (47 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA - 508-487-1430 ). Carol has been dubbed "Boston's First Lady of Cabaret", and she has earned the city's Cabaret "Entertainer of the Year" for appearances at New York City's Town Hall, Jordan Hall, The Regattabar and Scullers. Tickets are $29 and on sale at http://www.ptown.org/ or by calling 508-487-2313.
Also, on Sunday, April 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, at the GIFFORD HOUSE (11 Carver Street, Provincetown, MA - 508-487-0688 - ) Billy Hough will entertain. Billy has been the resident weekend piano player at the Gifford House Inn since 2005. He has been Ryan Landry's longtime musical collaborator, and has written the music for seven Gold Dust Orphans musicals including "Whizzin'" and "Cinderella Rocks". NO COVER.
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FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT
The Provincetown Business Guild is excited to present PROVINCETOWN CABARET FEST 2010, Friday through Sunday, April 16th through 18th. The event features 14 performers appearing in 4 venues. The final featured event will be on Sunday April 18th at 11:30 am, Sunday Brunch with Carol O'Shaughnessy, at CROWN & ANCHOR (47 Commercial Street, Provincetown, MA - 508-487-1430 ). Carol has been dubbed "Boston's First Lady of Cabaret", and she has earned the city's Cabaret "Entertainer of the Year" for appearances at New York City's Town Hall, Jordan Hall, The Regattabar and Scullers. Tickets are $29 and on sale at http://www.ptown.org/ or by calling 508-487-2313.
Also, on Sunday, April 17th from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, at the GIFFORD HOUSE (11 Carver Street, Provincetown, MA - 508-487-0688 - ) Billy Hough will entertain. Billy has been the resident weekend piano player at the Gifford House Inn since 2005. He has been Ryan Landry's longtime musical collaborator, and has written the music for seven Gold Dust Orphans musicals including "Whizzin'" and "Cinderella Rocks". NO COVER.
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RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": PENNY FULLER, CHARLES STROUSE
RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW":PENNY FULLER, CHARLES STROUSE
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB
EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays, and is hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. On Sunday, April 18th, the show continues its new format, featuring several artists instead of one. This week David will feature the music of Charles Strouse. Some of the songs from his career that he will perform: "Put On A Happy Face" from BYE BYE BIRDIE and "You've Got Possibilities" from IT'S A BIRD... IT'S A PLANE... IT'S SUPERMAN and more. David will also have an In-Studio Interview with Penny Fuller & Charles Strouse prior to performing at the PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONCERT SERIES on Wednesday, April 28th. 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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CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB
EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays, and is hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. On Sunday, April 18th, the show continues its new format, featuring several artists instead of one. This week David will feature the music of Charles Strouse. Some of the songs from his career that he will perform: "Put On A Happy Face" from BYE BYE BIRDIE and "You've Got Possibilities" from IT'S A BIRD... IT'S A PLANE... IT'S SUPERMAN and more. David will also have an In-Studio Interview with Penny Fuller & Charles Strouse prior to performing at the PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONCERT SERIES on Wednesday, April 28th. 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: EILEEN FULTON CELEBRATES 50 YEARS IN CAST OF TV SOAP
NYC: EILEEN FULTON CELEBRATES 50 YEARS IN CAST OF TV SOAP
Eileen Fulton, who stars on the CBS-TV soap opera, "As the World Turns" is returning to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) with a special 3-performance tribute to "As The World Turns" on Friday, April l6th, at 7:00 pm, Saturday, April l7th, at 8:30 pm & Sunday, April l8th at 4:00 pm. The show celebrates her 50 years on the show. The original "diva of daytime", Fulton has chosen the "As The World Turns" Fan Club weekend, here in New York, where the show has originated from for all these years. Most recognized for her role as Lisa Grimaldi on the popular CBS soap, Fulton is also an established recording artist and cabaret performer as well as author of multiple books. She has also performed on stage in such Broadway productions as Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolf as well as off-Broadway in The Fantasticks. She has been the recipient of many prestigious awards such as, the Lifetime Achievement Award by the TV Academy and was also inducted into the Soap Opera Hall of Fame. Bob Goldstone is Musical Director, Ron Tierno on Drums and Tom Hubbard on Bass. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Eileen Fulton, who stars on the CBS-TV soap opera, "As the World Turns" is returning to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 ) with a special 3-performance tribute to "As The World Turns" on Friday, April l6th, at 7:00 pm, Saturday, April l7th, at 8:30 pm & Sunday, April l8th at 4:00 pm. The show celebrates her 50 years on the show. The original "diva of daytime", Fulton has chosen the "As The World Turns" Fan Club weekend, here in New York, where the show has originated from for all these years. Most recognized for her role as Lisa Grimaldi on the popular CBS soap, Fulton is also an established recording artist and cabaret performer as well as author of multiple books. She has also performed on stage in such Broadway productions as Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolf as well as off-Broadway in The Fantasticks. She has been the recipient of many prestigious awards such as, the Lifetime Achievement Award by the TV Academy and was also inducted into the Soap Opera Hall of Fame. Bob Goldstone is Musical Director, Ron Tierno on Drums and Tom Hubbard on Bass. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MERYL ROMER AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
NYC: MERYL ROMER AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Jazz vocalist Meryl Romer will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, April 18th at 7:00 pm. Meryl made her debut as a solo artist with her album So Sure released by Lady Pearl Music in April 2009. Since its release, Romer has been playing shows throughout her home state of Colorado and returning periodically to her birth place of New York City steadily building a broad fan base. Romer's music includes nostalgic jazz motifs resembling the classic creases of Ella Fitzgerald and the satiny pitch of Doris Day. Meryl's music collaborators for are Erik Deutsch, piano; Jonti Siman, bass; and Marc Dalio, drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Jazz vocalist Meryl Romer will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, April 18th at 7:00 pm. Meryl made her debut as a solo artist with her album So Sure released by Lady Pearl Music in April 2009. Since its release, Romer has been playing shows throughout her home state of Colorado and returning periodically to her birth place of New York City steadily building a broad fan base. Romer's music includes nostalgic jazz motifs resembling the classic creases of Ella Fitzgerald and the satiny pitch of Doris Day. Meryl's music collaborators for are Erik Deutsch, piano; Jonti Siman, bass; and Marc Dalio, drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: ZIEGFELD'S MIDNIGHT FROLIC OF 2010 AT THE MAIN STAGE
NYC: ZIEGFELD'S MIDNIGHT FROLIC OF 2010 AT THE MAIN STAGE
Mark York and The Ziegfeld Society present Ziegfeld's "Midnight Frolic of 2010" THE MAIN STAGE at THE BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2333) with shows scheduled over three weeks, Sundays, April 18th, 25th & May 2nd at 3:00 pm and Mondays, April 19th, 26th and May 3rd at 7:00 pm. As before, the Frolic is a wonderful way to relive the days of seeing a Ziegfeld show on the New Amsterdam Theatre Rooftop. The shows feature a dozen performers, including some elaborately costumed showgirls, to recapture the ambiance of the original Follies. Producer-Director is Mark York and Choreographer is David Auxier. Each set of weekly shows features a special guest, with Anita Gillette appearing on the 18th & 19th, Jane Summerhays on the 25th & 26th and Sarah Rice on May 2nd & 3rd. Online Purchase through http://www.brownpapertickets.com at $25 (payable in advance) + 2 drink minimum, food available (payable at time of service).
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Mark York and The Ziegfeld Society present Ziegfeld's "Midnight Frolic of 2010" THE MAIN STAGE at THE BROADWAY COMEDY CLUB (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-2333) with shows scheduled over three weeks, Sundays, April 18th, 25th & May 2nd at 3:00 pm and Mondays, April 19th, 26th and May 3rd at 7:00 pm. As before, the Frolic is a wonderful way to relive the days of seeing a Ziegfeld show on the New Amsterdam Theatre Rooftop. The shows feature a dozen performers, including some elaborately costumed showgirls, to recapture the ambiance of the original Follies. Producer-Director is Mark York and Choreographer is David Auxier. Each set of weekly shows features a special guest, with Anita Gillette appearing on the 18th & 19th, Jane Summerhays on the 25th & 26th and Sarah Rice on May 2nd & 3rd. Online Purchase through http://www.brownpapertickets.com at $25 (payable in advance) + 2 drink minimum, food available (payable at time of service).
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