CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 4/25/10

Saturday, May 1, 2010

S.F.: HERE COME THE CALLAWAYS! - Just 2 more shows at THE RRAZZ ROOM

S.F.: HERE COME THE CALLAWAYS!

Making their sizzling sibling debut in San Francisco, Tony-nominated sisters Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway headline at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) Tuesday through Sunday, April 27th through May 2nd in a show ignited with unforgettable songs from Broadway, pop and jazz. From heartwarming to hilarious, they blend their celebrated voices in a performance that features highlights from their critically acclaimed shows "Sibling Revelry" and "Relative Harmony" as well as their upcoming show "Boom!". Musical direction and piano is by Alex Rybeck with Daniel Fabricant on bass and Vince Lateano on drums. Tickets are $35-$45.

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L.A.: LEE LESSACK TO TOUR WITH NEW SHOW PREMIERING IN L.A. - Final Gardenia performance

L.A.: LEE LESSACK TO TOUR WITH NEW SHOW PREMIERING IN L.A.

Award-winning recording artist, Lee Lessack premieres his new concert, "Chanteur" with performances confirmed in Los Angeles, London and Paris. The first performances will be at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 - ) on Friday, April 30th & Saturday, May 1st, both shows at 9:00 pm. Conceived and directed by Tony Award nominee, Brian Lane Green, "Chanteur" will take you on a musical journey through both The Great American and The Great French Songbooks: From Mercer to Brel; from the Broadway stage to the streets of Paris; from Sinatra to Aznavour; from Leonard Cohen to Michel Le Grand; from the Great White Way to the Champs-Elysees. Lee Lessack's graceful lyric baritone voice and sophisticated yet endearing persona have made him a shining star of the international concert scene. Touring extensively in the United States and Europe to sold-out performances and releasing five albums, Lessack has proven himself as an outstanding performer and recording artist. A native of Philadelphia, Mr. Lessack makes his home in Los Angeles, where in 1996 he founded LML Music (www.LMLmusic.com), whose catalog of CDs includes over 100 of the country's top live recording artists and performers. Call for cover/minimum information.

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M.W.: "A MARVELOUS PARTY WITH STEVE ROSS" TONIGHT IN INDIANAPOLIS

M.W.: "A MARVELOUS PARTY WITH STEVE ROSS"

The Cabaret at the Columbia Club Presents on Friday & Saturday, April 30th & May 1st at 8:00 pm at THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB (121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169 - ). Mr. Ross will present a witty musical tribute to Indiana's own beloved composer, Cole Porter, with Noel Coward, Fred Astaire, and more joining the soire. Steve Ross rose to fame as a cabaret entertainer during his lengthy sojourns at New York's fabled Algonquin Hotel and his numerous performances in smart clubs and swanky parties all over the world. The Ritz in London, the Crillon in Paris and the Imperial Hotel Tokyo, in addition to festivals in Hong Kong, Perth, New York and Spoleto are but a few highlights of Steve's appearances on six continents. On the airwaves, Steve has been the performer/host for radio series for both the BBC and National Public Radio. He continues to tour in solo concerts, master classes, theatrical engagements and symphonic Pops appearances. Tickets are $35, $45, $55.

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2 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH MAY 10th

2 GREAT SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH MAY 10th
$12 IN DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

SATURDAY - MAY 1st - TODAY!

NYC: AWARD WINNING TRIBUTE TO KAYE BALLARD EXTENDED
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

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. 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.

WEDNESDAY - MAY 5th

NYC: TERESA FISCHER IS MISS CONGENIALITY
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $7 OFF THE COVER

Musical comedienne Teresa Fischer returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Wednesday, May 5th at 7:00 pm and Sunday, May 9th at 4:00 pm with her new show: MISS CONGENIALITY. Showcasing a variety of musical styles from pop to Broadway to honky-tonk, MISS CONGENIALITY also boasts an original title song. Always entertaining, Ms.Fischer promises a fun show with musical direction by Paul Chamlin, special arrangements by Andrew Sotomayer, a delightful appearance by Frank Calo, and even some puppets. May 9th is Teresa's birthday and the only "presence" she asks for, is yours at the show. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

BUY THEM WHILE' THEY'RE HOT - MEMBERSHIP TIME!

BUY THEM WHILE' THEY'RE HOT - MEMBERSHIP TIME!

2010-2011 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE memberships are now available for new and renewing supporters of cabaret. If you're not able to afford a CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE membership this year, you probably don't own a computer, 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, FaceBook & Twitter URLS plus a discount card for shows offering discounts to members, plus the special MEMBERS ONLY newsletter, sent on Saturdays.

$5 - $19 - SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP - basic items above

All the following levels get the benefits above plus a free CD Sale page on the website, free YouTube video link, free Blog link, plus rebates/discounts on banner advertising. In addition, if they offer discounts to other members, their event will be included in all Thursday issues of the newsletter.

$20 - $49 - SILVER MEMBERSHIP - amount of membership rebated towards first banner ad in a membership year.
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ALL members can upgrade to another level at any time during the membership year to gain additional benefits with full credit of membership fee already paid.

Full details of 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. If you decide to join by check (for over $19), please remember, all checks should be made out simply to STU HAMSTRA and mailed to 676A Ninth Avenue #120, New York, NY 10036.

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THE 2010 MAC AWARDS THIS WEEK TUESDAY - FEW TICKETS REMAIN

THE MAC AWARDS THIS WEEK TUESDAY - FEW TICKETS REMAIN

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) will hold it's 24th Annual MAC Awards Show 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. TICKETS may be purchased on line at http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/101011 or at http://www.macnyc.com/ . Ticket Prices: $160, $125, ($75 SOLD OUT), $50. Seating is General Admission except for the $160 level, which has reserved premium seating. THERE IS A TWO DRINK MINIMUM PER PERSON. Full dinner menu is available. more info

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FLA: EIGHTH ANNUAL CABARET FESTIVAL AT MAD COW THEATRE- with KT Sullivan

FLA: EIGHTH ANNUAL CABARET FESTIVAL AT MAD COW THEATRE
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

THE MAD COW THEATRE (105 South Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL - 407-297-8788 - ), an intimate 2-theatre complex in downtown Orlando, plays host to The Eighth Annual Orlando Cabaret Festival, April 30th through May 16th. Over 40 performances of jazz, pop, Broadway, comedy, and a few surprises will feature many of Central Florida's favorite artists along with artists from the New York Cabaret scene. The It Was A Very Good Year series celebrates the Great American Songbooks of 1940, 1950 and 1960 in three separate shows. KT Sullivan will be appearing Friday through Sunday, April 30th through May 2nd with "Dancing in the Dark - The Music of Dietz and Schwartz". Her shimmering soprano voice and interpretive skills make her one of the hardest working and most in demand singers in cabaret, appearing frequently at The Oak Room of New York's Algonquin Hotel. KT has headlined at Carnegie Hall, Town Hall, Lincoln Center and The Caramoor Festival performing internationally at The Spoleto Festival and the Adelaide Festival in Australia. KT's Broadway credits include The Three Penny Opera with Sting, the play Broadway directed by George Abbott, and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. For more information see http://www.orlandocabaret.com/

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N.Y.STATE: TERI RALSTON AT CABARET AT FORT SALEM THEATER TONIGHT

N.Y.STATE: TERI RALSTON AT CABARET AT FORT SALEM THEATER

The CABARET AT FORT SALEM THEATER(11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200 - ) continues its 2010 season on Saturday, May 1st when Teri Ralston arrives, directly from the original run of the off-Broadway play, Good Ol' Girls. A veteran of the Broadway musical stage, her first New York appearance was in Jacques Brel is Alive and Well, quickly followed by her role in the original cast of Stephen Sondheim's iconic musical, Company. Teri's other Broadway original cast credits include A Little Night Music and the Stephen Schwartz cult classic, The Baker's Wife. Her extensive television credits include roles on The Bold and the Beautiful, Frasier, Murder She Wrote, and Dharma and Greg. Teri Ralston recently moved back to New York City from Los Angeles, and released her first solo CD, aptly titled, I've Got to Get Back to New York. Tickets are $20 and include coffee and dessert.

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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 tohttp://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: BENEFIT FOR ZANI'S FURRY FRIENDS AT BIRDLAND 6 PM TONIGHT

NYC: BENEFIT FOR ZANI'S FURRY FRIENDS AT BIRDLAND
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

A benefit concert for ZANI'S FURRY FRIENDS will be presented at BIRDLAND(315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) on Saturday, May 1st at 5:00 pm. The show, titled "LOVE MAKES THE WORLD GO 'ROUND - An Evening of Song to Help Our Furry Friends" will feature a host of stars from Broadway and Cabaret.

Artists scheduled to appear include Kelly Bishop & Lee Roy Reams, Co-Hosts; Frank Basile, Raissa Katona Bennett, Emily Buttner, Jim Caruso, Baby Jane Dexter, Terese Genecco (and her LITTLE BIG BAND), Celeste Holm, Rosemary Loar, Tanya Moberly, Peter Napolitano, Karen Oberlin, Shaynee Rainbolt, Sarah Rice, Walter Willison ,Julie Wilson, Susan Winter with JoAnn Yeoman, Directing. Accompanists include Mark Janas, Brett Kristofferson, Paul Stephan and Barry Levitt on Piano plus Ari Messenger on Violin and Sean Harkness, Guitar.

This cabaret extravaganza by some of Broadway and Cabaret's finest performers will be a party mix of enchanting music, guaranteed to touch the heart and delight the spirit to help this wonderful animal rescue organization, Zani's Furry Friends, a tax deductible organization, 501c3. This incredible group rescues dogs, cats and bunnies right out of the euthanasia rooms of the city's animal shelters, gives them medical care, kindness and loving attention and gets them adopted into loving homes through their own tremendous effort and many times paid for out of their own personal pocketbooks. There is a $25/$50 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Reservations at http://www.InstantSeats.com/

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NYC: BLONDE BOMBSHELL'S NUTTY JOURNEY THROUGH LOVE WITH CHRISTINE DeFRANCESCO

NYC: BLONDE BOMBSHELL'S NUTTY JOURNEY THROUGH LOVE

Christine DeFrancesco brings her show SINGle to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE(61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 pm. Music Direction is by William Demaniow. SINGle is a delightful look at love and dating in 2010. William Demaniow incorporates superb music direction, piano accompaniment and additional vocals to Ms. DeFrancesco performance. Christine and William add comedy and class to some of Cabaret's favorites, with music from Marcy Heisler & Zina Goldrich, Katie Thompson and Stephen Schwartz. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: PRIMARY STAGES PRESENTS JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS - FINAL SHOW OF 25th ANNIV SERIES

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES PRESENTS JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS

Primary Stages at 59E59 THEATERS (59 East 59th Street, NYC - 212-840-9705 ) has announced a special addition to its 25th Anniversary Season with Primary Stages Spring Celebration, celebrating 25 years with 25 days of events. Closing out the celebration is the one-week Concert Series, a week of comedy and song featuring New York's finest cabaret performers in concert. On Saturday, May 1st at 8:00 pm, the series features a special edition of Jamie deRoy & friends, "Songs from Tony award Winning Musicals" with special guest 2-Time Toy Award Winner Sheldon Harnick. Musical director is Paul Greenwood. Also featured in the show are Loni Ackerman, Anita Gillette, Christopher Fitzgerald, Pamela Myers, Kevin Spirtas and Christin Noll. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200, online athttp://www.ticketcentral.com/

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NYC: AWARD WINNING TRIBUTE TO KAYE BALLARD - FINAL SHOW TODAY

NYC: AWARD WINNING TRIBUTE TO KAYE BALLARD EXTENDED
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE 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 next performance scheduled for Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 pm. The critically acclaimed show earned Gretchen a 2010 Nightlife Award and a 2010 Bistro Award. "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard" is directed by 2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Barry Kleinbort, who has also written special material and directed shows for Ms. Ballard. 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. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Friday, April 30, 2010

MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II - BLOG EDITION

MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II

We already have 55 2010-2011 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members! This number includes about 35 members of the now discontinued CABARET FOR SENIORS program who were eligible to receiver a free 2009-2010 membership extension for 2010-2011. We are also extended 2009-2010 memberships to anyone who joined after April 1, 2010. All current memberships expire July 5, 2010 - and folks joining for the first time get an extra 2-months to use their card before the new year starts!

A few issues back we mentioned how easy it is to write a review slamming a show seen (you only need to check out the comments on the message board at http://www.talkinbroadway.com/allthatchat/ to see examples of "man's inhumanity to man"). I saw a show this week that was pretty awful, but the audience, for some strange reason, did not agree with me. There were several critics in the room and I can't wait to see what their take will be. They may ignore the experience (I actually want to forget the experience) but we shall see - everyone is entitled to their own opinion, and when it comes to cabaret, since "anything goes" there is room for all points of view. As for me, I ordered a 3rd drink, but even that didn't help.

Now this is not intended to keep you from checking out shows from new or unknown performers. Most times you will discover a performer of note - someone to watch turn into a star (and sometimes scooped up by Broadway, Hollywood & TV). Just chat with Sidney Myer (booking manager at DON'T TELL MAMA) about the fantastic number of performers (and songwriters, musicians, writers) who got their start in entertainment at his room (sometimes with "less than stellar shows), and went on to stardom in varies fields of the entertainment business, including cabaret. I am sure that everyone who is, or at anytime was, a booking manager at a cabaret venue for any length of time can tell you similar stories. Take a chance - you might hit the jackpot. As the slogan goes, you can't win it if you aren't in it!

See a show or two this week! Visit our websites! Run a banner or sidebar ad! Join CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE for 2010-2011. Now - more than ever - cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) needs your support. Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!

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 Thursday's issue.
Thanks for your support of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE!

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HERE & THERE - PART I - BLOG EDITION

HERE & THERE - PART I

My dad loved to fish - ocean fishing, mostly in Barnegat Bay, usually hiring a boat at Toms River, NJ. And when he returned home he would always gift me with a tangled fishing line, because he knew I really had fun untangling things. I suppose this was preparation for my several later careers that included bookkeeping & accounting, then computer programming, then website creation (which I continue to do to this day). The trick to untangling (what ever the job) is to mentally keep track of the entire string while working on a particular section.

My website has about 6700 pages covering cabaret all the way back to when it we began online in 1997. It even includes articles from the previous hard copy print editions that began in 1990, and thus our 20th Anniversary this year. These 6700 pages are all interconnected and linked. A change in one place has an effect on many other places. So, on Monday I began editing the article that Cape Cod sweetheart Joni Rapp sent about the recent PROVINCETOWN CABARET FESTIVAL, as well a resizing the photos she sent. And came up with the idea to create a special section for festivals - so many going on this year (see the info on the ORLANDO CABARET FESTIVAL at the top of this issue).

Sounded like a simple task, but it turned into a mini-nightmare. You see, I've been covering several festivals over the years, including the "big one", the ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL in Australia. And so I was moving and re-linking them into the new section, and discovering several mis-linked pages along the way, as well as several that were actually "orphans" - no way to find them except through Google!
And before I knew it, Wednesday night arrived, and I needed to get set up for today's newsletter. So, please check the website tomorrow or Saturday for the "exciting" new section, and the terrific article that Joni sent. Of course, once things are all organized, it will be a "snap" to add new festival items along the way!

There's no festival next week here in NYC, but it might as well be called one. The MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) AWARDS happen on Tuesday, the CONCERTS AT TUDOR GREENS on Wednesday, and the amazing Julie Wilson opens a 2-week run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (also on Wednesday). In addition, one of the funniest (cleverly funny, not stand-up funny) ladies in cabaret, Teresa Fischer, teams up with musically funny (check out his clever riffs) Paul Chamlin, with two performances of her new show at DON'T TELL MAMA (the first one also on Wednesday the 7th). What's a cabaret fan like me to do with so many great shows/events on the same night? "Bring in the clones"

We haven't heard much directly about "post Mac Award" parties this year. We did received a note as part of a press release that THE IRIDIUM is putting on a special midnight performance of the vocal group THE BOBS on Tuesday night for MAC attendees (and others), and there is an item on the DON'T TELL MAMA website about a post-MAC party (both clubs are within a few blocks of BB KINGS, where the gala will be held). I'll try to include a rundown of any and all post-MAC AWARD events I hear about in Monday's newsletter.

ATTENTION CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS: Did you send back your CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 2010 MAC AWARD contest entry yet? DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, MAY 2nd. Remember, it is really a contest and not a vote. We want you to predict the winners - not necessarily the ones you want to win. Just mark your ballot with one performer in each category and e-mail it back. The person(s) who most accurately predicts the most winners will be awarded a set of 6 cabaret CDs (the award will be divided if more than one winner results.) We are only balloting on the top categories. If you need a new entry form, let me know.

Time is running out on the BANNER AD sale (25% off - minimum of 3 weeks continuous any size banner). The offer will end on May 9th so that purchasers can get their 3 weeks in before the end of May. Membership discounts/rebates also apply to the banners (meaning GOLD members get nearly a 45% discount!). Side-bar ads not included in this deal (the MEMBERS ONLY sidebar ad sale ends this Sunday).

Twice a week I accumulate the press releases and show notices I receive and "tune them up" for the twice-weekly newsletters, and often find gems of interest (and humor). I truly hope that you aren't just skimming through the listings - there are some amazing shows going on around the world, and cabaret is always evolving, moving into new fields, covering new topics, looking at life from new angles - all of which I give you evidence for in these newsletters.

For example, here is a quote from the press release received for Barb Jungr's METROPOLITAN ROOM run starting on the 18th of May - see the full (edited) release in the listings. Listen to this gem:
"Jungr implies with her eye-opening interpretations (that reveal latent emotional content when she dislodges the songs from their original contexts), that many American songwriters from the rock era and beyond are not a breed apart from their predecessors like Gershwin, Kern, Mercer and Berlin. Is it right to have already closed the book (or the door) on the Great American Songbook? Jungr believes it is still being written and that Dylan, Springsteen and Cohen can comfortably sit beside Porter and the rest." BRAVA!

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2010-2011 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERSHIPS ON SALE

2010-2011 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE memberships are now available and this year I can't think of anyone who won't be able to afford one 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 & Twitter URLS plus a discount card for shows offering discounts to members, plus the special MEMBERS ONLY newsletter, sent on Saturdays.

$5 - $19 - SUSTAINING MEMBERSHIP - basic items above
All the following levels get the benefits above plus a free CD Sale page on the website, free YouTube video link, free Blog link, plus rebates/discounts on banner advertising. In addition, if they offer discounts to other members, their event will be included in all Thursday issues of the newsletter.

$20 - $49 - SILVER MEMBERSHIP - amount of membership rebated towards first banner ad in a membership year.

$50 - GOLD MEMBERSHIP (15% discount on banners ads)

$100 - CRYSTAL MEMBERSHIP (25% discount on banners ads)

$250 - PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP (30% discount on banner ads)

$500 - DIAMOND MEMBERSHIP (50% discount on banner ads)

$1000 - DIAMOND SELECT MEMBERSHIP (50% discount on banner ads, plus 2 FREE tickets to the next annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Birthday Party plus 6 free weeks of SUPER-SIZE BANNER ads within the membership year)

Full details of 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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M.W.: "A MARVELOUS PARTY WITH STEVE ROSS" in Indianapolis

M.W.: "A MARVELOUS PARTY WITH STEVE ROSS"

FLA: EIGHTH ANNUAL CABARET FESTIVAL AT MAD COW THEATRE- Opening Night with KT Sullivan

FLA: EIGHTH ANNUAL CABARET FESTIVAL AT MAD COW THEATRE
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES: tonight Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers with special guest Billy Stritch

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES

Primary Stages at 59E59 THEATERS (59 East 59th Street, NYC - 212-840-9705 ) has announced a special addition to its 25th Anniversary Season with Primary Stages Spring Celebration, celebrating 25 years with 25 days of events. Closing out the celebration is the one-week Concert Series, a week of comedy and song featuring New York's finest cabaret performers in concert including Charles Busch, Mario Cantone, Jamie deRoy, Gregg Edelman, Penny Fuller, Julie Halston, Karen Mason, and Special Guests Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, all under the direction of MAC Award Winner Barry Kleinbort. On Friday, April 30th at 8:00 pm, the series features Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers with special guest Billy Stritch. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200, online at

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NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL'S AFTER PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOHN BOSWELL

NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL'S AFTER PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOHN BOSWELL

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 John Boswell. No cover, no minimum, no reservations - first come, first seated.

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NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER RETURNS WITH "ALL ABOUT LOVE!" - Final Show This Series

NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER RETURNS WITH "ALL ABOUT LOVE!"

Manhattan's beloved cabaret diva and 2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE 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 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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NYC: SHAYNEE RAINBOLT TRIO AT O'NEAL'S REDBAR sets at 8:30 & 10:00 p

NYC: SHAYNEE RAINBOLT TRIO AT O'NEAL'S REDBAR

Creme de la Creme productions presents The Shaynee Rainbolt Trio at O'NEAL'S REDBAR (49 West 64th Street, NYC - 212-787-4663 - ) on on Friday, April 30th with sets at 8:30 & 10:00 pm. Shaynee will be joined by Janice Friedman on Piano and Tom Hubbard on Bass. A unique and gifted storyteller with a sumptuous tone and instrumentally oriented jazz chops, Shaynee swings, scats, croons and connects with every word. An entertainer singing music from all eras, with a mix of warm nostalgia and present-day excitement that is appealing to young and old alike. There is no cover, just a 1-drink minimum. Seating is limited so reservations are highly recommended.

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SARAH RICE IN SCREEN GEMS SONGS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD - Last show of series

NYC: SARAH RICE IN SCREEN GEMS SONGS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

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 - 212-695-6909). 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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Thursday, April 29, 2010

BOS: THURSDAYS NIGHT FROLICS AT CLUB CAFE, BOSTON WITH JAN PETERS

BOS: THURSDAYS NIGHT FROLICS AT CLUB CAFE, BOSTON
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT

Sign up begins at 7:00 pm with the open mic beginning at 7:30 pm at the monthly BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists - ) Thursday Night Frolics at CLUB CAFE (209 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA - 617-536-0966 - ) on April 29th features Jan Peters with Tom LaMark at the piano. Call for cover/minimum information.

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NYC: JULIE GOLD CELEBRATES SPRING WITH ERVIN DRAKE

NYC: JULIE GOLD CELEBRATES SPRING WITH ERVIN DRAKE

Grammy winning Julie Gold returns THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Thursday, April 29th at 7:00 pm, and welcomes as special guest composer Ervin Drake, who wrote the iconic song "It Was A Very Good Year" (Among others). Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC:JOAN CROWE'S JESTERS OF JIVE IS SWINGIN' DOWNTOWN! -EXTENDED

NYC: JESTERS OF JIVE IS SWINGIN' DOWNTOWN! -EXTENDED

Join Joan Crowe and her band on one more Thursday, April 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.

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES: Karen Mason & Gregg Edelman

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES

Primary Stages at 59E59 THEATERS (59 East 59th Street, NYC - 212-840-9705 ) has announced a special addition to its 25th Anniversary Season with Primary Stages Spring Celebration, celebrating 25 years with 25 days of events. Closing out the celebration is the one-week Concert Series, a week of comedy and song featuring New York's finest cabaret performers in concert including Charles Busch, Mario Cantone, Jamie deRoy, Gregg Edelman, Penny Fuller, Julie Halston, Karen Mason, and Special Guests Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, all under the direction of MAC Award Winner Barry Kleinbort. On Thursday, April 29th at 8:00 pm, the series features Karen Mason and Gregg Edelman. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200, online at http://www.ticketcentral.com/.

Wednesday, April 28, 2010

S.F.AREA: JAZZ VOCALIST ELLEN ROBINSON AT YOSHI'S TONiGHT

S.F.AREA: JAZZ VOCALIST ELLEN ROBINSON AND DREAM QUARTET AT YOSHI'S

Jazz vocalist Ellen Robinson will return to YOSHI'S (510 Embarcadero West, Jack London Square, Oakland, CA - 510-238-9200) on Wednesday, April 28th at 8:00 pm with her dream quartet (Murray Low - Piano; Bud Spangler - Drums; Sam Bevan - Bass; Kristen Strom - Sax) for another evening filled with both new & familiar tunes covering a wide variety of styles from Duke Ellington to Joni Mitchell, including some of Ellen's original tunes. Call for cover/minimum information.

S.F.: HERE COME THE CALLAWAYS! - at the RRaZZ RRoMM through May 2nd

S.F.: HERE COME THE CALLAWAYS!
Making their sizzling sibling debut in San Francisco, Tony-nominated sisters Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway headline at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) Tuesday through Sunday, April 27th through May 2nd in a show ignited with unforgettable songs from Broadway, pop and jazz. From heartwarming to hilarious, they blend their celebrated voices in a performance that features highlights from their critically acclaimed shows "Sibling Revelry" and "Relative Harmony" as well as their upcoming show "Boom!". Musical direction and piano is by Alex Rybeck with Daniel Fabricant on bass and Vince Lateano on drums. Tickets are $35-$45.

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L.A.: JANICE PAIGE HELD OVER AT THE GARDENIA - FINAL NIGHT

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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N.E.AREA: AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC WITH HILDY GROSSMAN

N.E.AREA: AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC WITH HILDY GROSSMAN

Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month Leslie Holmes holds an amazing Open Mic night at the AMAZING THINGS ARTS CENTER (160 Hollis Street, Framingham, MA - 508-405-2787 - ), and each show features a special guest. On Wednesday, April 28th the featured guest is Hildy Grossman. Tom LaMark accompanies and will be playing for the singers at the open-mic. The show starts at 7:30 pm, and there is an $10 cover charge ($9 cover for BACA members).

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH LORGE & SKIPPER & FRIENDS

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 28th, special guests include Hector Coris, Kechia Craigg, Gretchen Reinhagen, Frank Stern, Esther Beckman, Nina Grant and Helena Grenot. Bill Zeffero on keyboard & Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.

NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY FEATURES DONNA LYNNE CHAMPLIN

NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY FEATURES DONNA LYNNE CHAMPLIN

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 28th at 6:00 pm, guest is Donna Lynne Champlin. Her new CD, Old Friends, was created in the bathroom of Donna Lynne's apartment with the Broadway singer providing her own instrumental backing. Come and hear fascinating tales and musical highlights from the CD. No Reservations taken. No cover. CDs for sale after show.

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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: SHEILA JORDAN

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: SHEILA JORDAN

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 28th features Sheila Jordan, singer with Cameron Brown, bass . Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.

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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.

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES: Penny Fuller & Charles Strouse

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES

Primary Stages at 59E59 THEATERS (59 East 59th Street, NYC - 212-840-9705 ) has announced a special addition to its 25th Anniversary Season with Primary Stages Spring Celebration, celebrating 25 years with 25 days of events. Closing out the celebration is the one-week Concert Series, a week of comedy and song featuring New York's finest cabaret performers in concert including Charles Busch, Mario Cantone, Jamie deRoy, Gregg Edelman, Penny Fuller, Julie Halston, Karen Mason, and Special Guests Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, all under the direction of MAC Award Winner Barry Kleinbort. On Wednesday, April 28th at 8:00 pm, the series features Penny Fuller with her Special Guest Charles Strouse. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200, online athttp://www.ticketcentral.com/

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NYC: BLONDE BOMBSHELL'S NUTTY JOURNEY THROUGH LOVE WITH CHRISTINE DeFRANCESCO

NYC: BLONDE BOMBSHELL'S NUTTY JOURNEY THROUGH LOVE

Christine DeFrancesco brings her show SINGle to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE(61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Wednesday, April 28th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, May 1st at 7:30 pm. Music Direction is by William Demaniow. SINGle is a delightful look at love and dating in 2010. William Demaniow incorporates superb music direction, piano accompaniment and additional vocals to Ms. DeFrancesco performance. Christine and William add comedy and class to some of Cabaret's favorites, with music from Marcy Heisler & Zina Goldrich, Katie Thompson and Stephen Schwartz. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Tuesday, April 27, 2010

NYC: TERESE GENECCO & LITTLE BIG BAND WITH SPECIAL GUESTS AT THE IRIDIUM

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

ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT:MUSIC announce that Terese Genecco & her 8-piece "little big band" have been extended for another year of monthly performances atIRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ). Next performance is on Tuesday, April 27th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. 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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AUS: "DEBUT" AT THE BUTTERFLY CLUB - 6 nights -15 fabulous singers

AUS: DEBUT AT THE BUTTERFLY CLUB

For 6 nights, 15 fabulous up and coming singers, the singing students of Sally Bourne (Shane Warne the Musical) and Melissa Langton (We Will Rock You). present Debut at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000). Shows are Tuesday through Sunday, April 27th through May 2nd. Tuesday & Wednesday at 8:00 pm, Thursday through Saturday at 7:00 pm and Sunday at 6:00 pm. It's an evening of song and comedy featuring the talents of Brittni Giles, Simon Abrahams, Keyane Dalton, Alana Tranter, Zulieka Kahn, Michelle Brasier, Rebekah Davis, Stephanie Evison-Willlimas, Ellen Sutton, Phoebe Coupe & Zoe McDonald. These students have been training in voice for over three years and it's time for them to come out and show you what they've got. With music ranging from Broadway to folk to rock to soul and some original songs too, Debut promises to be a night of exciting new talent and great songs. Tickets are $22.

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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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S.F.: HERE COME THE CALLAWAYS! - at the RRaZZ RRoMM through May 2nd

S.F.: HERE COME THE CALLAWAYS!

CHI: CHRIS GREENE AND CGQ APPEAR AT THE JAZZ SHOWCASE WITH SETS AT 8:00 & 10:00 PM

CHI: CHRIS GREENE AND CGQ APPEAR AT THE JAZZ SHOWCASE

Thirty-something-year-old Chicago-based saxophonist, composer and bandleader Chris Greene will appear at THE JAZZ SHOWCASE (806 South Plymouth Court, Chicago, IL - 312-360-0234) on Tuesday, April 27th with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Greene has been performing on the Chicago club scene since the early 90's, playing in bands like The Trippin' Billies and Kevin O'Donnell's Quality Six, and freelanced on the city's rich jazz scene. He studied at Indiana University, home of one of the country's strongest Jazz Studies Programs, and formed his first band, Chris Greene and New Perspective, in 1994. That band performed regularly, and released two albums of what Greene calls "electric jazz/funk/hip-hop/fusion" music, "On The Verge" (1998) and "jazz" (2004). In 2005 he formed his current unit, The Chris Greene Quartet (or "CGQ"), a band that has maintained a stable roster since its inception. CGQ features Greene on tenor and soprano saxophone, Damian Espinosa on primarily acoustic piano (but also occasionally on electric keyboard), Marc Piane on acoustic bass and drummer Tyrone Blair. There is a $10 cover charge.

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NYC: FILM AND BROADWAY STAR ALAN CUMMING AT FEINSTEIN'S THROUGH MAY 1st

NYC: FILM AND BROADWAY STAR ALAN CUMMING AT FEINSTEIN'S

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) presents the debut of film and Broadway star Alan Cumming, Tuesday through Saturdays, April 27th to May 1st and returning for a second run, June 22nd through 26th. The show will feature Mr. Cumming's tales of being a Scotsman abroad and favorite songs, including selections from his CD "I Bought a Blue Car Today" and some original compositions. This intimate, emotional evening features Music Director Lance Horne on piano and Yair Evnine on cello. Prominent stage work includes his stunning debut as the Emcee in Cabaret, which garnered him a Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Awards, Threepenny Opera, Design for Living, Elle, The Seagull, Bent and The Bacchae. Cumming is set to appear as the Green Goblin in Julie Taymor's Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark on Broadway. Performances are Tuesdays through Thursdays at 8:30 pm and Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 & 10:30 pm. All shows have a $60/$75 cover with a $40 food/drink minimum ($25 minimum at late shows).

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NYC: STEVE KUHN, RON CARTER & JOEY BARON AT BIRDLAND THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: STEVE KUHN, RON CARTER & JOEY BARON AT BIRDLAND

Three major forces in jazz come together for a week-only engagement atBIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Tuesday through Saturday, April 27th through May 1st, with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. After making his mark as a sideman with John Coltrane, Stan Getz, Chet Baker, Art Farmer, and others, pianist Steve Kuhn grew beyond the powerful influence of Bill Evans into a unique stylist with incredible technique and sense of dynamics and lyricism. Ron Carter is among the most original, prolific and influential bassists in jazz. With more than 2,000 albums to his credit, Ron has performed and recorded with many of music's greats including Bill Evans, B.B. King, Dexter Gordon and many more, beginning his career in the 1960s with Jaki Byard and Eric Dolphy, Cannonball Adderley and a five year stint in the Miles Davis' Quintet. Rounding out the trio is avant-garde drummer Joey Baron, best known for his work with Bill Frisell, Stan Getz, and John Zorn. Combining technical acuity with a deep sense of groove, Joey has also performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, David Bowie, Tony Bennett, Carmen McRae, Laurie Anderson, John Scofield, Al Jarreau, Jim Hall, Eric Vloeimans, Dizzy Gillespie, Art Pepper, John Abercrombie and Tim Berne. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

NYC: ANTHONY COCHRAN WITH "PRESLEY LIVES" AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: ANTHONY COCHRAN WITH "PRESLEY LIVES"

Anthony Cochran returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on with a brand new show, "Presley Lives" on Tuesday, April 27th at 7:30 pm. "Presley Lives" turns it's subject upside down and inside out with a decidedly modern twist on tunes from the Presley songbook. Cochran is once again joined by his longtime musical director, MAC award-winner Daryl Kojak along with Daniel A. Weiss (guitar), Antoine Silverman (violin), Ritt Henn (bass), Rex Benincasa (percussion), Margaret Dorn (vocals) and Tanya Holt (vocals). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: JOAN RIVERS CONTINUES IN APRIL AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: JOAN RIVERS CONTINUES IN APRIL AT THE BEECHMAN

Comedy legend Joan Rivers returns with her her live stand-up act to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday, April 27th at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $30 and should be purchased athttp://www.spincyclenyc.com or 212-352-3101. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, reality TV and award show fashions. Rivers delivers a raunchy, politically incorrect evening of stand-up comedy. Pre-show, Lance Cruce entertains at the piano. Tickets are $30 with a portion of the proceeds going to Joan Rivers' favorite charities: God's Love We Deliver and Guide Dogs for the Blind. There is also a $15 per person food/drink minimum.

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NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES - MARIO CANTONE TONIGHT

NYC: PRIMARY STAGES SPRING CELEBRATION CONTINUES

Primary Stages at 59E59 THEATERS (59 East 59th Street, NYC - 212-840-9705 ) has announced a special addition to its 25th Anniversary Season with Primary Stages Spring Celebration, celebrating 25 years with 25 days of events. Closing out the celebration is the one-week Concert Series, a week of comedy and song featuring New York's finest cabaret performers in concert including Charles Busch, Mario Cantone, Jamie deRoy, Gregg Edelman, Penny Fuller, Julie Halston, Karen Mason, and Special Guests Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, all under the direction of MAC Award Winner Barry Kleinbort. On Tuesday, April 27th at 8:00 pm, the series features comic/actor Mario Cantone. Tickets are $30 and may be purchased by calling Ticket Central at 212-279-4200, online at http://www.ticketcentral.com/.

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