CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 7/18/10

Saturday, July 24, 2010

TONIGHT IN THE L.A.AREA: THE CELEBRATION CABARET SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

L.A.AREA: THE CELEBRATION CABARET SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

San Diego favorite Ric Henry teams up with 5 Fabulous Divas. Ric's Girls at Sher Krieger's CELEBRATION CABARET (5820 Oberlin Drive #108, San Diego, CA - 858-320-0090 - ) on Saturday, July 24th at 7:30 pm. It will be an evening of magical music, beautiful harmonies and a version of THE CELL BLOCK TANGO like you've never heard it before! Ric sings and cavorts with Alexis Apostolidis, Betty Anderson, Natasha Prantil, Joanne Roshon and Rev. Roby Warren. Musical director Evan Crone. Tickets are $20.

TONIGHT IN THE L.A.AREA: KATHY HOLLY'S CHAMPAGNE CABARET SHOW

L.A.AREA: KATHY HOLLY'S CHAMPAGNE CABARET SHOW

Bay Area cabaret performer Kathy Holly will bring an evening of songs, plus her special guest, musical theatre singer Dorothy Donell and their musical director Ron Snyder to the ARTHUR NEWMAN THEATRE at the JOSLYN CENTER (73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA - 760-340-3220) on Saturday, July 24th at 7:00 pm. "Champagne Cabaret", with songs and "sizzle" from Broadway Shows and the Great American Songbook will feature solos and duets by Kathy Holly and Dorothy Donell. Kathy is recently back from performing in China and about to release her new CD, "Roundtrip". Both singers have delighted San Francisco Bay Area audiences and Ms. Holly is making her return to the Desert, having performed before at the Joslyn Center and at other venues in Palm Springs while Dorothy will be making her Desert debut. There is a $10 cover.
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TONIGHT IN ST. LOUIS MO: CHUCK LAVAZZI IN "JUST A SONG AT TWILIGHT"

M.W.: CHUCK LAVAZZI IN "JUST A SONG AT TWILIGHT"

Chuck Lavazzi will returns with his show "Just a Song at Twilight - Vaudeville Then and Now" at the KRANZBERG ART CENTER (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Saturday, July 24th at 8:00 pm with Neal Richardson, Music Director and Tim Schall, Director. Everything old is new again in this solo cabaret performance by veteran actor, critic and broadcaster Chuck Lavazzi. He presents a grab bag of comedy, songs and stories from the golden age of vaudeville. For reservations & information, go tohttp://www.LicketyTix.com/

TONIGHT IN NEW ENGLAND.: 2010 PUBLIC PERFORMANCES INTERNATIONAL CABARET CONFERENCE AT YALE UNIVERSITY

N.E.: 2010 PUBLIC PERFORMANCES INTERNATIONAL CABARET CONFERENCE AT YALE UNIVERSITY

Erv Raible, Executive Director/Artistic Director, has announced the Public Performance Schedule for The International Cabaret Conference At Yale University, currently celebrating the eighth season of this annual, internationally focused, nine-day teaching program that offers an intensive look at the art of cabaret performance technique, and train professionals for the live entertainment industry. Performances will be held Friday, July 23rd through Saturday, July 31st. The events will be held in the facilities of the Yale School of Drama/Yale Repertory Theater, at the ISEMAN THEATER (1156 Chapman Street, New Haven, CT - 203-432-1234). JULY 24TH, SATURDAY AT 7:30 PM: Fabulous Cabaret, Fabulous Comedy! Featuring Julie Wilson, the reigning "Queen of Cabaret" in Julie Wilson in Concert, sharing the evening with 4-time Tony Award nominee Tovah Feldshuh with Tovah: Still Out of Her Mind! Tickets: $35 Additional information: http://www.thecabaretconferenceatyale.com/

TONIGHT IN FLORIDA: KAREN OBERLIN MAKES ROYAL ROOM DEBUT

FLA: KAREN OBERLIN MAKES ROYAL ROOM DEBUT

Bistro and MAC Award winning jazz-pop vocalist Karen Oberlin makes her debut appearances at THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Fridays & Saturdays, July 16th & 17th and 23rd & 24th has appeared at major New York venues such as Jazz at Lincoln Center, Town Hall, Iridium Jazz Club, Feinstein's, Merkin Hall and The Metropolitan Room. She entertained sold-out audiences at the Algonquin Hotel's Oak Room to launch the release of her highly lauded debut CD, "My Standards" (Miranda Music), the first of her two acclaimed CD's, her latest being the award-winning, "Secret Love: The Music of Doris Day" (Miranda Music). She has starred in more than 100 Off-Broadway performances of the smash-hit show Our Sinatra, and has appeared All My Children. Cost is $90 per person, dinner & show, and $45 for show only.

TONIGHT IN PENNSYLVANIA: REBECCA SPENCER & PHILIP FORTENBERRY AT HARLAN'S

PA: REBECCA SPENCER & PHILIP FORTENBERRY AT HARLAN'S

Rebecca Spencer and Philip Fortenberry wil perform a sneak preview of their upcoming show at BIRDLAND on Saturday July 26th at 8:30 pm at HARLANS at THE NEVERMORE (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-5225). Rebecca Spencer & Philip Fortenberry perform as solo artists and as a duo with symphonies and in major concert hall and performing arts center engagements nationally. Each performer has Broadway, Las Vegas and Hollywood credits. In their Birdland debut, they will perform music by Keith Thompson (Kooky Tunes), highlights from their award-winning CD, "Wide Awake and Dreaming," and their other celebrated CD collaboration entitled, "Fair Warning." Call for cover/minimum information.
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TONIGHT IN NEW ENGLAND: RAISSA KATONA BENNETT AT DARIEN ARTS CENTER

N.E.: RAISSA KATONA BENNETT AT DARIEN ARTS CENTER

Raissa Katona Bennet brings her acclaimed show "Putting Things Away" to theDARIEN ARTS CENTER (2 Renshaw Road, Darien CT - 203-655-5414 - ) on Saturday, July 24th at 8:00 pm. Musical Director is David Caldwell. Raissa will be joined by Maureen Hamill, Miles Phillips, Tonja Walker plus a surprise guest or two. Tickets are $20.

TONIGHT IN NYC: JILLIAN LAURAIN MASSIMINO AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: JILLIAN LAURAIN MASSIMINO AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Jillian Laurain Massimino returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with her show "When The Sun Comes Out" on Saturday, July 24th at 5:00 pm. Joining Jillian on stage will be pianist and arranger for the Duke Ellington Orchestra, Tommy C. James along with his trio. Peter Napolitano will direct. The show is an evening filled with ballads, rhythmic arrangements, old tunes and newer tunes, including songs by Harold Arlen, Stephen Sondheim, Irving Berlin, Michelle Brourman, and even Giacomo Puccini. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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TONIGHT IN NYC: LAURA HULL & HER JAZZ GEMS JOIN WORLD YACHT

NYC: LAURA HULL & HER JAZZ GEMS JOIN WORLD YACHT

Acclaimed jazz vocalist-songwriter Laura Hull will kick off a new jazz cruise series with New York City's World Yacht Cruises Jazz cruises will be featured every Saturday. Cruise ships leave from World Yacht Marina at Pier 81 located at 41st Street and 12th Avenue. A native of New York City, Ms. Hull spent her formative years singing at the resorts of upstate New York's fabled Catskill Mountains. In her early career, she worked as a session and jingle singer and showcased her singing at clubs in and around New York City. After a 24-year hiatus from music to pursue a business career, she returned to live performance in 2004 and has been described as having an infectious sense of swing, phrasing and style, applies tasteful treatments to superior material with an array of texture and color. Her music is drawn from an extensive repertoire of American popular songs, jazz standards, obscure gems, and her original songs. Laura Hull & Her Jazz Gems include best-in-class musicians playing the New York jazz scene today. Reservations are highly recommended and a variety of packages are available. See http://www.WorldYacht.com/ for details and reservations.
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TONIGHT IN NYC: CAROLE DEMAS: SUMMER NIGHTS AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: CAROLE DEMAS: SUMMER NIGHTS AT THE BEECHMAN

Carole Demas, Broadway's original "Sandy" (Grease), and Star of TV's "The Magic Garden" will warm up two summer nights at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are on Thursday, July 22nd and Saturday, July 24th, both shows at 7:00 pm. The singing actress presents eclectic music from an eclectic life: Broadway, Classic Pop, Rock, Great American Songbook and more. The program is directed by Charles Repole, and also features performances by music director Ian Herman (piano), Sean Harkness, (guitar), and special guest performers, Paula Janis, Ilene Kristen and Josh Franklin. Carole Demas has played a wide range of dramatic and comic roles during her multi-faceted career but she is best known for her critically acclaimed creation of the female lead, "Sandy," in the original Broadway blockbuster musical Grease, and for her co-starring role in The Magic Garden, the most successful regional show in the history of children's television. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC TODAY: TERESE SINGS ELVIS AT THE TRIAD MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

NYC: TERESE SINGS ELVIS AT THE TRIAD
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT:MUSIC are pleased to present "Terese Genecco Sings Elvis Presley '56" featuring the award-winning Ms. Genecco, along with musical director Sean Harkness on guitar on Saturday, July 24th at 9:30 pm at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 917-652-0823). Originally a part of Lennie Watts' Nightlife Award Winning "Under The Covers" series at Don't Tell Mama last March. This is a very special performance of the debut recording of the "King of Rock-n-Roll!" There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

Friday, July 23, 2010

AUS: "MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL" CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 26th

AUS: "MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL" CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 26th
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

Set in the historic South Melbourne Emerald Hill precinct, The Melbourne Cabaret Festival will present a six day feast of cabaret featuring an opening night gala on Wednesday, July 21st at 8:30 pm (ALREADY SOLD OUT), and more than 40 performances, Thursday through Monday, July 22nd through 26th. The eclectic BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC) and the stunning stages within the adjacent SOUTH MELBOURNE TOWN HALL (210 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC) will buzz with multiple performances each night. From the intimate showroom of The Butterfly Club, to the fascinating heritage surrounds of the former Council Chamber, the imposing chandelier space of the Ballantyne Room and the spectacular Victoriana grace of the Grand Hall, the Festival hub will transform into an exciting precinct for cabaret. For information on all shows, events, and locations, plus to order tickets, go to:http://www.melbournecabaret.com/showsonsale.htm
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TONIGHT IN S.F.: THE ANGELA BOFILL EXPERIENCE AT THE RRAZZ

S.F.: THE ANGELA BOFILL EXPERIENCE AT THE RRAZZ

THE ANGELA BOFILL EXPERIENCE, as narrated by Angela Bofill and performed by Maysa, Dave Valentin and the original Angela Bofill Band will be presented at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Thursday & Friday, July 22nd & 23rd at 8:00 pm (with special guest Phil Perry) and Saturday & Sunday, July 24th at 8:00 pm & 25th at 7:00 pm (with special guest Norman Connors). Continuing her miraculous recovery from two devastating strokes (2006 and 2007), legendary Classic Soul/R&B/Jazz singer Angela Bofill's show, "The Angela Bofill Experience" will mark Angela's first public appearance since her stroke. It will include video footage of her jammin' days in Central Park, and peppered with footage of her appearances on The American Music Awards (with Michael Jackson), The Tonight Show, and Soul Train. And Angela will be doing on stage narratives about the tunes, with some humorous anecdotes. Singing the songs of Angela's career will be award winning vocalist Maysa (Stevie Wonder's female backup group Wonderlove and British jazz/funk/R&B band Incognito). Grammy-winning jazz flutist Dave Valentin, who played an important part in Angela's early career, will provide his own stories as well as perform. Tickets are $45-$55 with a 2-drink minimum.

TONIGHT IN FLA: KAREN OBERLIN MAKES ROYAL ROOM DEBUT

FLA: KAREN OBERLIN MAKES ROYAL ROOM DEBUT

TONIGHT IN D.C.: JOE PECK AND TOM NICHOLS AT SOUNDS OF HOPE

D.C.: JOE PECK AND TOM NICHOLS AT SOUNDS OF HOPE

Joe Peck and Tom Nichols will be appearing on Friday, July 23rd at Sounds of Hope, a benefit concert series that happens every Friday night from 7:00 to 10:30 pm at THE POTTER'S HOUSE (1658 Columbia Road NW, Washington, DC - 202-232-5483). Joe Peck is a singer/songwriter whose music can best be described as alternative infused with blues, folk, country and pop. He had performed as a vocalist on various stages and in various genres, interpreting many different kinds of songs - pop, country, standards, blues, musical theatre. Over the years, Tom Nichols has moved from hiding behind other folk's songs, to composing and performing his own. His two simple rules have always been (1) Just do it! (whether at church, concert venue, smoke-filled bar, or home concert, and (2) always stretch yourself outside your comfort zone. Open Circle is the DC-area's critically acclaimed non-profit theatre dedicated to showcasing professional artists with disabilities (on and off stage) in an integrated setting. Call for cover/minimum information.
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TONIGHT N.Y.STATE: 110 IN THE SHADE AT FORT SALEM THEATER

N.Y.STATE: 110 IN THE SHADE AT FORT SALEM THEATER

"110 in the Shade" takes the MAINSTAGE AT FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200 - ) Fridays through Sundays, July 23rd through 25th and July 30th through August 1st at 8:00 pm (2:00 pm in the 24th). Based on the N. Richard Nash play, The Rainmaker, later a film starring Katharine Hepburn and Bert Lancaster, 110 in the Shade takes us back to an era when a single woman was called an "old maid." In the Hepburn role, Fort cabaret regular Lynne Kerr brings her warm singing voice to Lizzie Curry, a character that eventually learns that reality sometimes contains all the makings of a dream, and that believing in oneself can make the dream come true. The lyrical score is written by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt, the team also responsible for The Fantasticks and I Do, I Do. The cast features Equity actors and local professionals and musical direction by Artistic Director Jay Kerr. Lynne Kerr began her performing career on the Uncle Floyd TV show while she was still in college and placed her ambitions on hold for more than a decade until she began taking singing lessons. Michael Marotta, who plays Starbuck, a wandering conman, is a Schenectady- born actor and has spent the last six seasons as resident Artistic Director of The Theater Barn in New Lebanon, NY, where he directed over twenty-five plays and musicals. For more information, including ticket cost, visit http://www.fortsalemtheater.com/ .
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TONIGHT NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL HOSTS "THE AFTER PARTY" WITH GUEST DASHAUN YOUNG

NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL HOSTS "THE AFTER PARTY" WITH GUEST DASHAUN YOUNG

At THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Fridays at 10:30 pm, 2010 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Brandon Cutrell hosts THE AFTER PARTY, a free-wheeling open-mic with guest stars from Broadway and Cabaret, Ray Fellman at the piano and Becca Johnson -Southworth and 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 THE AFTER PARTY special guest is Dashaun Young, who stars as Simba in Disney's The Lion King!. No cover, no minimum, no reservations - first come, first seated.
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TONIGHT NYC: LIVIA DEVEREUX & BAND RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: LIVIA DEVEREUX & BAND RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Vocalist Livia Devereux returns with her band to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Friday, July 23rd at 7:00 pm. The band for this performance consists of Alan Eicher on piano, Anthony Masi on saxophone, Bill Brady on bass and Kirk Devereux on drums. Livia will be performing songs from her recently released CD "Night Winds Whisper". "Night Winds Whisper" is an expression of Livia Devereux's various musical influences such as jazz, R&B, swing and pop. She accomplished this by employing talented New York City musicians from various musical backgrounds under the direction of arranger and producer, Rob Filomena. Livia and Rob brought in a great cast of players such as pianist Sarah Jane Cion, Grammy nominated bassist Phil Palombi, the SYOTOS horn section consisting of trombonist Chris Washburn, Ole Mathisen on saxophone and John Walsh on trumpet. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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TONIGHT NYC: CAIT DOYLE WITH THE MESS: TRAVEL EDITION

NYC: CAIT DOYLE WITH THE MESS: TRAVEL EDITION

2009 MAC AWARD winner Cait Doyle returns with her new show "The Mess: Travel Edition" to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438) on Fridays, July 23rd & 30th at 7:00 pm. The show tells the tale of The Mess outside of NYC, having traveled to far corners of the world--North Carolina, Washington D.C., and the indulgent South Jersey. The show is musically directed by Vince Peterson, directed by MAC & Bistro award winning Jonathan Whitton, and features cellist Dan Delaney, with special guest Michael Buchanan (Addams Family, Cry-Baby). It also features the live debut of "Sleep Song", by Sam Carner & Derek Gregor, and a sequel to the Mess favorite, "Can't Go Back to Jersey" written & beat-boxed by Ryan Holmes, "Empire State Of Mess". There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE PRESS RELEASE FORMAT & SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

PRESS RELEASE FORMAT & SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

When submitting releases, please remember that your news item only appears once in the newsletter unless you are running an ad or are a CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member who is offering a discount to other members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. Advertised items appear in every issue wile the ad is running, and members offering discounts to other members will have their item repeated in every Monday issue. All items, once published in the newsletters, are included on the CABARET EVENT LISTINGS page on the website. And since we try to include all items up to 3 weeks out, please send your releases in at least 4 weeks in advance of your event to get the most coverage.

Please note: your press release must be cabaret related and complete. For ease in editing, we prefer you send in TXT format rather than html, .doc or .pdf. Photos should be sent in .jpg format - not imbedded in the document - and should be titled with photo subject's name.

Your press release should include: Title of show, dates & times of performance(s), venue (including address, reservation phone number and website URL), performer's name(s), musical director, director, cover charge & minimum, plus a short description of the show and short bio of the principal performer(s). Send to my e-mail address at stuhamstra@svhamstra.com . A headshot jpg sent as an attachment is recommended, since it will attract more readers to your item.

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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II - BLOG EDITION

MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II

It's already Friday in Melbourne - which I find very confusing when I try to post the daily cabaret events on the home page of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website - I have to post what for us is the next day's events when I comes to Australia & South African cabaret shows. But from word received via Twitter, most all of the 40 shows on the FIRST MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL have sold out. A big congratulations to all my friends "down under" - you can check on all the events at http://www.melbournecabaret.com/showsonsale.htm

If you're interested in other exciting cabaret events in Australia, another old pal, Matthew Carrey, has a blog that is updated daily athttp://www.cabaretconfessional.com/ - we also link to in on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG.

Another blog we follow via the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG ishttp://katepeters.com/blog/ , with tips, hints and advice - a blog about voices: using them, freeing them ... and hearing them. Check it out!

A third blog worth checking out is Raissa Katona Bennet's blog athttp://raissa.info/ (she's currently running a side-bar ad on the website promoting it, and we will be adding a link to it on our blog shortly.

Remember, all members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE who have a blog that they update regularly can have their blog promoted on the special MEMBER BLOGS, PODCASTS & WEBCASTS page on the website. We will be updating that page this weekend, so if you're a 2010-2011 member, be sure to get your request in now (there's a request link on that page).

Remember, a blog is not a website - those links are found on the MEMBERSHIP PAGES.

Well, time for another reminder that your membership and advertising dollars are what keeps CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE running - and in the summer, when banner ads are scarce, we need you to join or rejoin now. The monies we raised at the gala will probably cover costs through the end of this month but we have the whole month of August to worry about and now GALA to pump up the income.

Your membership dollars come with benefits for you - discounts on show, discounts and rebates on banner ads, an extra newsletter each week just for MEMBERS ONLY with special discounts and deals that we don't promote anywhere else. Plus, you get the satisfaction that your funds are being used to promote the art and artists of cabaret - all over the world. Our website - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ is visited between 6000 and 10,000 times a day, our blog - gets 300-500 hits a day, and our newsletter reaches over 2700 subscribers twice a week! Plus we maintain 4 twitter accounts promoting cabaret - a personal one which sends out my own personal thoughts and news -http://twitter.com/stuhamstra , the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE one -http://twitter.com/cabarethotline - with cabaret tweets (and re-tweets from other cabaret twitter users), our March on Cabaret account -http://twitter.com/marchiscabaret and the songwriter-themed accounthttp://twitter.com/cabaretsings . Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!

And we several other promotion projects - our CD's FOR THE HOLIDAYS awards in October-November, our regular MEMBERS CHOICE polls, our MARCH IS CABARET MONTH promotion, and more. And another new one we've been woking on since March but haven't been able to accumulate enough funds to get it off the ground.

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And that's just about the way it was. We'll be back on Monday with our "Mostly Listings" Issue (The MEMBERS ONLY ISSUE goes out as usual on Saturday).

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HERE & THERE - PART I - BLOG EDITION with report on TOWN HALL SHOW

HERE & THERE - PART I

I'm sure everyone is tired of talk about the weather here in NYC - another 90+f day predicted for today - but being stuck here in my "luxurious" 10th floor office/bedroom on the Lower East Side, it is constantly on my mind. I was able to get to the barber shop yesterday buy leaving the house at 8:45 am while it was only 83f, stopping for groceries on the way back. But that was the sum total of my exercise since Monday night, when I braved the heat to go to THE TOWB HALL for the second night of the 4th ANNUAL SUMMER BROADWAY FESTIVAL.

A fortunate set of circumstances made the trek quite bearable - a bus arrived almost at the same time I arrived at the bus stop and when I had the choice of transferring at Sixth Avenue and 14th Street to go uptown, there was a bus just arriving there, and I opted for bus over subway (I could have taken the F train, but I spared myself any waiting time in the oven-like heat of the subway station).

It was another terrific show - BROADWAY'S RISING STARS, directed by Nightlife Award-winning vocalist Scott Coulter. The show featured performers chosen during auditions throughout the spring at theatrical institutions across the country, including as AMDA, CAP21, Julliard, Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, Carnegie Melon, Marymount and The New School. Once again host Scott Siegel (who conceived and wrote the series, and with wife Barbara took part in the auditions) was on hand with "witty insider tidbits". Each year Scott always seems to be a bit more excited hosting these Rising Star events - it must be a real thrill to present so many young people in their first full-blown NYC show.

You could see the excitement on their faces as they made their "Broadway Debut" in front of the totally sold-out THE TOWN HALL audience (1500!). Such spirit, such enthusiasm! As I mentioned at the 20th Anniversary Gala, my favorite cabaret shows are "debut" performances, and then I love to return to see the performers year after year to watch them perfect their craft. I could picture these youngsters 5 - 10 years from now, and pondered over what joys, challenges (and probably disappointments, too) that they would face.

The final show of the series - ALL SINGING, ALL DANCING - takes place at THE TOWN HALL next Monday night - details in the listings below.

By the time I headed for home there was a nice breeze and even the subway platform was a bit cooler than I expected. Once again fate was kind - a downtown F train rolled into the station minutes after I got downstairs, and when I we reached 14th Street, I retreated into the air conditioned WALGREEN'S at Union Square to wait for the bus home. Oh, they were having a sale on Gatorade! How's that for luck!

Time to catch up on news from Sammy Goldstein - last reported on here a few months ago having undergone open heart surgery with some complications. Well, here's part of his note, received last night:

"I returned to performing with Princess Cruises (http://www.princess.com/ ) a month ago, and wanted to say hello and send you an update. This ship is the Pacific Princess and is the smallest in the fleet of 17 ships. The original Pacific Princess, which was retired in 2006, was the ship that the "Love Boat" television series was fashioned after. This new Pacific Princess is similar in size...only 670 passengers. I've been performing my concert shows with the ship's showband each cruise and, also, performing in the piano lounge. As always, cruise ship audiences are wonderful and are comprised of many nationalities. Because of the variety of nationalities, I sing and play songs in Spanish, French, German and Italian, as well as my usual repertoire of classic standards of the Great American Songbook and Broadway showtunes. Needless to say, my repertoire is still growing, even after 33 years in the business!

"This current itinerary is among my favorites in the world. We're traveling to a number of ports in Italy, Sicily, Greece, France, Turkey, Bulgaria, the Ukraine, Croatia and Monaco. But, the main focus of the summer is our visits to Israel and Egypt. After this contract ends on September 12th, I'll be spending a week in Athens before transferring to the Star Princess, which will spend the fall in the Mediterranean before sailing trans-Atlantic to South America and Antarctica. In January, I'll get home to New York for two weeks before beginning a 3-month contract on the Diamond Princess around Asia. Hope to see you in January. And, again, Happy Anniversary and Happy Birthday! - Hugs, SAMMY"

Needless to say, I am jealous, and also a bit sorry that I quit taking piano lessons at age 13.

Things have returned a more stable atmosphere in NYC - Sue Matsuki has returned from Alaska, where she was on a free cruise with her husband (who is in the travel business). Welcome back!

Thursday, July 22, 2010

NYC: SETH'S CHATTERBOX CANCELLED AGAIN FOR TONIGHT

NYC: SETH'S CHATTERBOX CANCELLED AGAIN FOR TONIGHT
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) is usually presented on Thursdays at 6:00 pm. The show for Thursday, July 22nd has been cancelled. Seth's weekly interview show always features stars, soon-to-be stars and folks behind the scenes of the musical theater stage - for just a $10 cover - 2-drink minimum. Best of all, all proceeds from the cover go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS ! See:http://www.sethsbroadwaychatterbox.com/ .
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TONIGHT NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE AND SPECIAL GUEST SEDAKA AT FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE AND THE SEDAKA SHOW AT FEINSTEIN'S

Celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka, singer/pianist Jim Van Slyke comes to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) on Thursday, July 22nd at 8:30 pm with his critically acclaimed new show The Sedaka Show. Jim's special guest will be Neil Sedaka. Directed and conceived by Tony nominated Singer/Actor Brian Lane Green, Jim lends his beautiful voice and charm to the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka. With music arrangements by Award winning Music Director Tim Di Pasqua, this tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems and a few surprises. Award winning singer and recording artist Jim Van Slyke has toured throughout the United States and Europe headlining celebrated appearances on concert stages around the globe and is always received enthusiastically whether he is performing with just a trio, at the piano or in front of a full orchestra. In addition to his recent critically acclaimed success of his Sedaka Show Jim has performed for the President, has toured with the USO fronting an 18 piece big Band and has performed with The Washington National Opera under the artistic direction of Placido Domingo. Call for cover/minimum information.

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FRIDAY IN AUS: "MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL" CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 26th

AUS: "MELBOURNE CABARET FESTIVAL" CONTINUES THROUGH JULY 26th
FEATURED CABARET FESTIVAL EVENT

TONIGHT S.F.: THE ANGELA BOFILL EXPERIENCE AT THE RRAZZ

S.F.: THE ANGELA BOFILL EXPERIENCE AT THE RRAZZ

TONIGHT L.A.: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY RETURNS TO THE MAGIC CASTLE

L.A.: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY RETURNS TO THE MAGIC CASTLE

Jim Caruso, along with musical director Billy Stritch, will return with their open-mic "Cast Party" to THE INNER CIRCLE AT THE MAGIC CASTLE (7001 Franklin Avenue, Hollywood, CA - 323-851-3313 x434 ) on Wednesday & Thursday, July 21st & 22nd at 8:00 pm. Cast Party is a wildly popular weekly soiree that has brought Broadway glitz and urbane wit to the legendary BIRDLAND in New York City every Monday night for the past seven years. It's a cool cabaret night-out enlivened by a hilariously impromptu variety show. Showbiz superstars such as Michael Feinstein, Elaine Stritch, and Liza Minnelli have hit the stage alongside up-and-comers, serving up jaw-dropping music and general razzle-dazzle. Caruso is joined by musical genius Billy Stritch at the piano, and the audience is invited to participate in the festivities, so bring your music (in the right key). Tickets are $20.

TONIGHT NYC: GREGORY GENERET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: GREGORY GENERET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Gregory Generet will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursdays, July 15th, 22nd & 29th at 9:30 pm. Mr. Generet has been performing to sell-out audiences all over New York City in venues that include *Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Joe's Pub and Feinstein's at the Loews Regency. His style is reminiscent of Johnny Hartman and Joe Williams. After receiving three Emmy Awards for his work at CBS Network, Generet focused on his own work and in 2009, he released his debut CD "(re)generet-ion". Taking on the theme of romance, he has re-imaged the term "Standard" His effort has garnered attention, receiving radio play across the country. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

TONIGHT NYC: CAROLE DEMAS: SUMMER NIGHTS AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: CAROLE DEMAS: SUMMER NIGHTS AT THE BEECHMAN

TONIGHT NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM - FINAL SHOW

NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM IN JULY

Saloon singer Craig Pomranz returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with an all-new show, on Wednesday & Thursday, July 21st & 22nd at 7:00 pm. Craig performs shows that feel spontaneous and fresh, blending pop, classic standards, infrequently sung gems and original material delivered with a unique and compelling pop jazz style. His magic formula is actually simple: romance the words of great lyricists, add incredibly witty (and judicious) repartee and one killer accompanist in the versatile Stephen Bocchino. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

TONIGHT NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE WITH GUEST NEIL SEDAKA AT FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: JIM VAN SLYKE AND THE SEDAKA SHOW AT FEINSTEIN'S

Celebrating the music of pop icon Neil Sedaka, singer/pianist Jim Van Slyke comes to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) on Wednesday & Thursday, July 21st & 22nd at 8:30 pm with his critically acclaimed new show The Sedaka Show. Jim's special guest will be Neil Sedaka. Directed and conceived by Tony nominated Singer/Actor Brian Lane Green, Jim lends his beautiful voice and charm to the intimate melodies of Neil Sedaka. With music arrangements by Award winning Music Director Tim Di Pasqua, this tour de force trio have created a magnificent evening of Neil Sedaka favorites, lost gems and a few surprises. Award winning singer and recording artist Jim Van Slyke has toured throughout the United States and Europe headlining celebrated appearances on concert stages around the globe and is always received enthusiastically whether he is performing with just a trio, at the piano or in front of a full orchestra. In addition to his recent critically acclaimed success of his Sedaka Show Jim has performed for the President, has toured with the USO fronting an 18 piece big Band and has performed with The Washington National Opera under the artistic direction of Placido Domingo. Call for cover/minimum information.

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TONIGHT S.F.: OBIE AWARD WINNER JOHN KELLY SINGS JONI MITCHELL

S.F.: OBIE AWARD WINNER JOHN KELLY SINGS JONI MITCHELL

Obie Award Winner John Kelly brings his show "Paved Paradise: The Art Of Joni Mitchell" to the RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Monday, July 19th at 8:00 pm and Tuesday & Wednesday, July 20th & 21st at 7:00 pm. The show's concept is daringly simple: Joni Mitchell in concert, with Kelly on vocals, guitar and dulcimer, backed by piano and bass. The "score" is an array of songs from various stages of Mitchell's career; the "book" is her actual words, culled from interviews and pirated concert recordings. The original arrangements, both acoustic and electric, are utterly intact, and Kelly's spot-on, original-key recreation of her vocals is uncanny. Tickets are $27.50 with a two-drink minimum.
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TONIGHT L.A.: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY RETURNS TO THE MAGIC CASTLE

L.A.: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY RETURNS TO THE MAGIC CASTLE

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH GUESTS

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH GUESTS

Dana Lorge and Richard Skipper are hosting "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" every week 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. This week's event, on July 21st, will feature guests Bobbie Horowitz, Jillian Laurain, Jennifer Litt & David Alpher, Joanne Tongret, Rosemary Loar, Fran Leonardis and Barbara Porteus. Barry Levitt on keyboard & Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.

TONIGHT NYC: SHAYNEE RAINBOLT RETURNS TO THE SUGAR BAR

NYC: SHAYNEE RAINBOLT RETURNS TO THE SUGAR BAR

The Shaynee Rainbolt Quartet (Shaynee Rainbolt, Vocals; Janice Friedman, Piano; Tom Hubbard, Bass; Ray Marchica, Drums ) returns to ASHFORD AND SIMPSON'S SUGAR BAR (254 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-579-0222 - ) on Wednesday, July 21st with sets at 8:00 & 9:30 pm. Several other singers and musicians plan to stop by as well. There is a $10 cover (for one or both sets). Full dinner menu is available. Seating is limited so reservations are highly recommended.

TONIGHT NYC: "INSIDE VICKIE & NICKIE!" AT DON'T TELL MAMA

NYC: "INSIDE VICKIE & NICKIE!" AT DON'T TELL MAMA

Lisa Brigantino and Lori Brigantino will present their new show "INSIDE VICKIE & NICKIE!" on Thursday, July 15th and Wednesday, July 21st at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). The show is an up close and personal show about their childhoods, families, show biz careers and their hopes and dreams. The multi-instrumental, singing suburban housewife sister duo from Minnesota are played by real life sisters, Lori and Lisa Brigantino, who intertwine pop and original songs with dialogue, improv and audience participation all while accompanying themselves on many different instruments including acoustic guitars, keyboard, accordion, saxophone, violin, ukuleles, percussion and more. The show is co-directed with Jerry Snee. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

TONIGHT NYC: 1930s IDOL WINNER RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: 1930s IDOL WINNER RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

This year's reigning 1930s Idol champion, Sigali Hamberger, takes another departure from her take on the classics that earned her the title, to reprise her acclaimed show "Solstice" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, July 8th and Wednesday July 21st, both shows at 7:00 pm. In the show, 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.

TONIGHT NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM IN JULY

NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM IN JULY

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