CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 11/7/10

Saturday, November 13, 2010

7 SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOVEMBER 25th = $34 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!

7 SHOWS GIVING DISCOUNTS TO MEMBERS THROUGH NOVEMBER 25th
$34 WORTH OF DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!

NYC: JANICE HALL DEBUTS WITH TRIBUTE TO MARLENE DIETRICH
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Janice Hall, internationally renowned opera singer and emerging cabaret artist, is debuting her first solo show, Grand Illusions: The Music of Marlene Dietrich, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, November 13th at 4:00 pm; Sunday, November 21st at 4:00 pm; and Monday, December 8th at 9:30 pm. A highly regarded artist in Europe and the U.S, Janice Hall has distinguished herself in opera houses and on the concert stage around the world, including the Vienna State Opera; the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden; the Salzburg Festival; and the New York City Opera. Ms. Hall's debut solo show will pay tribute to the life and legend of one of the true icons of the twentieth century. Marlene Dietrich began her career in the fabled cabarets and revues of 1920s Berlin, conquered Hollywood as one of its most beautiful and fascinating stars, took a brave stand as a German against Hitler during World War II, and, later in life, reinvented herself as a cabaret and concert artist. In Grand Illusions, Janice Hall explores the woman and the myth through her music and reinterprets many of Dietrich's famous songs, bringing to them the beauty and distinctive quality of her own voice as well as her considerable dramatic gifts. The show features Berlin cabaret songs, jazz standards, French chansons, folk songs, and, of course, Dietrich's famous film songs. The show features music of Friedrich Hollaender, Cole Porter, Lerner and Loewe, Fats Waller, Robert Stolz, Charles Trenet, and Pete Seeger. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JACKIE FORNATALE CELEBRATES MORE THAN 50 MOTOWN YEARS
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Jackie Fornatale is bringing back her critically acclaimed tribute celebrating over 50 years with Motown one more time. The show will be at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturday, November 13th at 3:30 pm. Songs in the show include favorites from The Supremes, the Temps, the Tops, Stevie, Smokey, Martha & the Vandellas, The Marvalettes and The Jackson 5 - and more. The show features Gerry Dieffenbach as Musical Director, with Liz Lark Brown on Vocals, Mike Fornatale on Guitar and Vocals, Matt Lindsey on Bass and Eddy Zweiback on Drums. Lennie Watts directs. There will also be a raffle for some Motown memorabilia. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: RICK PEETS AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE
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From Broadway to blues, Disney to disco, Rick Peets opens the gates to an energetic journey through musical genres at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, November 14th at 4:00 pm. Rick performs selections from The Black Eyed Peas, Bobby Darin, Sammy Davis Jr., Donna Summer and more. Directed by the award-winning team of Lennie Watts and Steven Ray Watkins, and featuring Jackie Fornatale and Tanya Holt. With Dan Fabricatore on bass and Jerry Smith on drums. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NYC: JANE SCHECKTER'S "THE MOON, THE STARS, ...."
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Jane Scheckter will present "The Moon, the Stars, Albert Einstein and Love" at the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for five performances: Mondays & Tuesdays, November 15th and 16th at 7:00 pm and and Wednesday, November 17th at 9:3 0pm. The show is comprised of great songs inspired by the heavens and written by some of the legendary lyricists of the 20th Century, including Johnny Mercer, E.Y. Harburg, Leo Robin, Ira Gershwin, Johnny Burke, Sammy Cahn, Dorothy Fields, Dorothy Parker, Lorenz Hart, Oscar Hammerstein, Mitchell Parish, The Bergmans and Comden & Green. She will be backed by the swinging trio of Tedd Firth, her long-time musical director, on piano, Tom Hubbard on bass and Peter Grant on drums. Erv Raible is the director. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: HECTOR CORIS IN NYC FAREWELL PERFORMANCE
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Winner of the 2010 MAC Award for Outstanding Male Vocalist, NYC cabaret performer Hector Coris presents the final NYC performances of the acclaimed debut solo show which earned him the 2010 MAC Award for Outstanding Vocalist: Life is Wonderful, at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Tuesday, November 16th at 7:00 pm. In his debut solo show, Hector explores the musicality of mortality through the words and music of Ben Folds, Kander and Ebb, Zoe Lewis, Susan Werner, Brett Kristofferson, David Caldwell, My Chemical Romance, William Finn and other contemporary songwriters. Musical direction is by Ray Bailey, with direction by Angela Shultz. Dale Henderson joins on cello. For this final performance, NYC cabaret favorite Hector is heralding his impending move to Phoenix, AZ by adding new material to the show: a brand new song written by Hector Coris and Bill Zeffiro, a surprise guest duet and more surprises! There is a $14 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: "COUGARS ON THE PROWL" AT DON'T TELL MAMA
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Cape Cod's Patricia Fitzpatrick along with with special guest Cougars Dana Lorge & Helena Grenot will present "Cougars on the Prowl" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Thursday, November 18th at 9:00 pm. Musical Director is Barry Levitt. It tells the story of three hot, sexy, singing divas searching for younger men (what is the other choice?) on an all male cruise ship. Funny, feisty and poignant. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NYC: KEVIN McMULLAN PREMIERES TWIST OF FATE AT THE BEECHMAN
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Beloved cabaret veteran Kevin McMullan brings his highly anticipated new show TWIST OF FATE to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, November 20th at 4:00 pm and Monday, November 29th at 7:00 pm. TWIST OF FATE is a whimsical, funny, moving and magical evening's exploration of Fortune, Fate, Love, Life, Death, The Afterlife and Reincarnation - all presented through storytelling and gorgeous music ranging from Broadway and Swing to contemporary and alternative Rock classics from the likes of Styx, kd lang and Olivia Newton-John. Multiple award-winners Miles Phillips (Director) and Mark Janas (Music Director) oversee an ambitious whirlwind of a show that unveils McMullan at the center of a six piece Gypsy Jazz Band and a dazzling assortment of Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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N.Y.STATE: JERRY GRETZINGER SINGS SINATRA IN "MOSTLY FRANK" -- 8 PM SHOW SOLD OUT - SECOND PERFORMANCE ADDED AT 5 PM

N.Y.STATE: JERRY GRETZINGER SINGS SINATRA IN "MOSTLY FRANK"
8 PM SHOW SOLD OUT - SECOND PERFORMANCE ADDED AT 5 PM

WRGB Anchor Jerry Gretzinger sings Sinatra in "Mostly Frank" at The CABARET AT FORT SALEM THEATER (11 East Broadway, Salem, NY - 518-854-9200) on Saturday, November 13th at 8:00 pm. Gretzinger, part of last year's Singing Anchors and star of this summer's Forever Plaid, returns to the Fort, swinging and crooning and putting his best comedic foot forward as he explores everyone's favorite tunes. Perhaps a surprise guest or two will also perform. This show has been sold out for 3 weeks so a second show has been added at 5:00 pm. $20 cover includes $5 for coffee and dessert.
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NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN TONIGHT AT MAMA'S - JUST POW!!!

NYC: JUDY AND LIZA TOGETHER AGAIN AT MAMA'S

Cabaret favorites Tommy Femia and Rick Skye are teaming up for an evening of "Just POW!" in "Judy and Liza Together Again" for six performances at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). These MAC Award winning performers (Best Impersonation) will pull out all the stops, singing classic solo's, parodies, duets and just plain whooping and hollering by the greatest mother/daughter team in show biz history. Opening night is Saturday, October 2nd and the gaiety continues with performances on October 30th, November 13th, November 27th, December 4th and December 18th, all shows at 8:30 pm. David Maiocco as Mort Lindsay will musical direct (Ricky Ritzel subs in November). Tommy Femia is a 7 time winner of the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) Award for his brilliant portrayal of Judy Garland in "Judy Garland LIVE!", now in it's 20th season at Don't Tell Mama. He has also starred in "Whoop-de-doo", "I Will Come Back" and, most recently, "Norma Does Men". Rick Skye is best known for writing a string of outrageous comic revues including "The Flip Side of Neil Sedaka", "MaCabaret - a tabloid fable", "The War of the Mama Roses", "It's Madame with an E" and the International hit - "A Slice O' Minnelli" for which has enjoyed successful season's in Covent Garden, at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End and at the Dublin Theatre Festival where he received the Award for "Best Achievement in Performance". "Judy and Liza Together Again" recently premiered in Ft Lauderdale to great acclaim and marked the first pairing of these two remarkable talents. There is a $20.00 cover charge and a 2 drink minimum.
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NYC: JACKIE FORNATALE CELEBRATES MORE THAN 50 MOTOWN YEARS - TONIGHT ONLY!

NYC: JACKIE FORNATALE CELEBRATES MORE THAN 50 MOTOWN YEARS
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NYC: SINGER-SONGWRITE SCOTT SNAPP IN "WITHOUT THE MUSIC" FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: SINGER-SONGWRITE SCOTT SNAPP IN "WITHOUT THE MUSIC" FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

Scott Snapp, singer & songwriter, takes us on a powerful roller-coaster ride with his show "Without The Music" on Friday & Saturday, November 12th & 13th at 9:30 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). "Without the Music" reflects the power and passion of one man's journey through life and his ultimate salvation through music. Scott is backed by a five-piece combo and two back-up singers. Scott's music is a beautiful reflection of the times we live in, told with a powerful voice, lyrics that speak directly to the poet and romantic in all of us, and music that surrounds and lifts up our hearts. Scott was raised in rural Ohio where neighbors would often hear him walking down country roads or in the woods "singing full tilt." He first sang for others - on purpose - when he would go to his Grandmother's house as a young teenager and sing to her during the waning years of her life. Tracing his musical roots to his mother, who had lived and performed in New York City while attending college, Scott always knew what he wanted to do. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: JANICE HALL DEBUTS WITH TRIBUTE TO MARLENE DIETRICH - HIGHLY ACCLAIMED!

NYC: JANICE HALL DEBUTS WITH TRIBUTE TO MARLENE DIETRICH
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Janice Hall, internationally renowned opera singer and emerging cabaret artist, is debuting her first solo show, Grand Illusions: The Music of Marlene Dietrich, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for a five-performance run beginning Wednesday, November 3rd. Additional performances are scheduled for Saturday, November 6th at 4:00 pm; Saturday, November 13th at 4:00 pm; Sunday, November 21st at 4:00 pm; and Monday, December 8th at 9:30 pm. A highly regarded artist in Europe and the U.S, Janice Hall has distinguished herself in opera houses and on the concert stage around the world, including the Vienna State Opera; the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden; the Salzburg Festival; and the New York City Opera. Ms. Hall's debut solo show will pay tribute to the life and legend of one of the true icons of the twentieth century. Marlene Dietrich began her career in the fabled cabarets and revues of 1920s Berlin, conquered Hollywood as one of its most beautiful and fascinating stars, took a brave stand as a German against Hitler during World War II, and, later in life, reinvented herself as a cabaret and concert artist. In Grand Illusions, Janice Hall explores the woman and the myth through her music and reinterprets many of Dietrich's famous songs, bringing to them the beauty and distinctive quality of her own voice as well as her considerable dramatic gifts. The show features Berlin cabaret songs, jazz standards, French chansons, folk songs, and, of course, Dietrich's famous film songs. The show features music of Friedrich Hollaender, Cole Porter, Lerner and Loewe, Fats Waller, Robert Stolz, Charles Trenet, and Pete Seeger. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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NYC: THE JAMES FRADRICH MEMORIAL CONCERT DVD PARTY SUNDAY AT 4 PM

NYC: THE JAMES FRADRICH MEMORIAL CONCERT DVD PARTY
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Kevin McMullan invites you to THE JAMES FRADRICH MEMORIAL CONCERT DVD PARTY a benefit for the JAMES FRADRICH MEMORIAL SHOLARSHIP for Classical Pianists and Composers at Lawrence University, Jim's alma mater on Sunday, November 14th at 4:00 pm atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). The show will feature Marquee Five (Mick Bleyer, Adam West Hemming, Vanessa Parvin, Sierra Rein And Julie Reyburn), Joan Jaffe, Rob Langeder, Rosemary Loar, Kevin Mcmullan, Sarah Rice, Maureen Taylor And Walter Willison, all joining in a continuing celebration of the beautiful music of Kevin's life companion, the off-Broadway composer, concert pianist, musical director and orchestrator, James Fradrich. Musical Direction by Mark Janas And Matthew Ward. It will be presented exactly one year minus a day from the now-legendary all-star memorial concert, which was held at St. Malachy's Actors' Chapel in midtown Manhattan. Jim was an extraordinarily talented, yet modest person who kept his talents under wraps and people hearing his music for the first time were amazed, even stunned at the versatility and talent he had to offer. Jim's compositions embraced classical, Great American Songbook and Broadway styles. $20 suggested donation; checks preferred. Please make out donation checks to "Lawrence University" with "James Fradrich Scholarship" on the memo line.) There is a 2-drink minimum. All attending will receive a free copy of the DVD.

Friday, November 12, 2010

BOSTON AREA.: AMERICAN CLASSICS PRESENTS "LUCK BE A LADY"

N.E.: AMERICAN CLASSICS PRESENTS "LUCK BE A LADY"

The female trio "Goody Goody" (Mary Ann Lanier, Valerie Anastasio and Heather Peterson, with Robert Humphreville on piano), will be singing the songs of Frank Loesser in "Luck Be a Lady" as part of American Classics'2010-2011 season on Friday, November 12th at 7:30 pm at FOLLEN COMMUNITY CHURCH (755 Massachusetts Avenue, East Lexington, MA - 781-861-7689) and on Saturday, November 20th at 7:30 pm at PICKMAN CONCERT HALL of the Longy School of Music, (27 Garden Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-254-1125). Loesser, who wrote words and music for the Broadway classic Guys and Dolls (1950) was born one hundred years ago in June. His early career was in Hollywood, working solely as a lyricist with Two Sleepy People and Heart and Soul amongst his early hits. As early as 1939 he had written both music and lyrics with the title song of the film Seventeen, but it was not until 1942 with Praise the Lord and Pass the Ammunition that he began consistently writing both words and music. Other Broadway successes include How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1961, to be revived this season on Broadway) and Where's Charley (1948), an adaptation of Charley's Aunt starring Ray Bolger. Tickets are $25.

NYC: JOAN CROWE AT THE PALIO BAR TONIGHT

NYC: JOAN CROWE AT THE PALIO BAR

Joan Crowe and band will be performing for the first time at THE PALIO BAR (151 West 51st Street, NYC - 212-399-9400) on Friday, November 12th from 8:00 to 11:30 pm. She is joined by Janice Friedman on piano, Michael Thurber on Bass and Kyle Shweizer on sax. Join Joan and company for a fun and relaxed evening in one of the most beautiful rooms ever seen in NYC. Evening presented by Charles Carlini and In Touch Entertainment. There is no cover charge.
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NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED" TONIGHT

NYC: MARCUS SIMEONE CELEBRATES NEW CD RELEASE "HAUNTED"

To celebrate the December release of his first official studio album, "Haunted," on theMiranda Music label, Marcus Simeone returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for 5 performances in October, November and December. Marcus has assembled a powerful set filled with emotional highs and humorous moments in his most risky show to date. He will be appearing on Fridays, October 29th & November 12th at 7:00 pm; Sunday, November 21st at 9:30 pm, and Saturdays, December 4th & 11th at 9:30. With this new show, Marcus will bring highlights from his new album ("Haunted") which features many of today's contemporary songwriters accompanying him on their own songs, such as John Bucchino, Tracy Stark, Heather Sullivan, etc., backed by some of today's most acclaimed musicians. The album is scheduled to be released in December with a special event at the last show on Saturday, December 11th. This latest show will also celebrate a decade working in the clubs of New York since his auspicious debut at Don't Tell Mama. He has gone on to win acclaim on the national stage performing in theaters and clubs in Manhattan, Chicago, Florida and Palm Springs as well as performing at the Cabaret Conventions at Town Hall and Jazz At Lincoln Center. Along the way, he has also received nine MAC nominations and won three, as well as receiving the Bistro Award. This summer, he was invited to sing on a recording with Reba McIntyre in Nashville. Most recently, he was the grand prize winner in the 2010 Palm Beach Symphony Pop Star Competition (with 5,300 contestants entered) and will appear in an exclusive engagement with them. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: SINGER SONGWRITER SCOTT SNAPP IN "WITHOUT THE MUSIC" TONIGHT

NYC: SCOTT SNAPP IN "WITHOUT THE MUSIC"

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Thursday, November 11, 2010

M.W.: DAVID GURLAND AT ACORN THEATER IN MICHIGAN TONIGHT

M.W.: DAVID GURLAND AT ACORN THEATER IN MICHIGAN

David Fink and Kim Clark of the Acorn Theater, in association with Lampkin Music Group, presents the Midwest debut of critically acclaimed singer, David Gurland in "SHOW TUNES" on Thursday, November 11th at 8:00 pm at ACORN THEATER (107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, MI - 269-756-3879). "SHOW TUNES" is a collection of classic songs from the Broadway World songbook, performed by Gurland in his impeccable award winning style. Musical Director is well known Chicago based Robert Ollis. For his nightclub and cabaret performances, David has won the Manhattan Association of Cabaret's HANSON AWARD, as well as being nominated an additional 7 times. He has won 4 Bistro Awards. Tickets are $15.

NYC: OPENING DOORS PRESENTS 1965 MUSICAL "DRAT THE CAT"

NYC: OPENING DOORS PRESENTS 1965 MUSICAL "DRAT THE CAT"

Opening Doors Theatre Company presents the 1965 musical DRAT! THE CAT! at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, November 8th, 9th, 11th & 12th at 7:00 pm. The production will be directed by Jeremy Gold Kronenberg (Gallery Players' Caroline or Change) with musical direction by Ted Kociolek from a score by Milton Schafer and book and lyrics by Ira Levin. Christine Schwalenberg will choreograph. The producer is Billie Di Stefano. Cast in the show are Richard Rice Alan, Danny Blaylock, Nigel Jamaal Clark, Mark Emerson, Debra Thais Evans, Gladiss Gressley, Bridget Harvey, Emily Jenda, Jillian Prefach and Nick Reynolds. In the show, career girl Alice Van Guilder is not content to settle down and get married like the rest of the nice young ladies, so she decides to become a burglar instead - preying on the very upper-crust society she's rebelling against. Pursued by a nebbish detective, Alice - also known as The Cat! - finds herself enjoying the pursuit a little too much. Drat! The Cat! opened on Broadway on October 10, 1965 at the Martin Beck Theatre and only ran for 8 performances, leaving behind a great score including the popular hit "She Touched Me". Opening Doors Theatre Company is a New York City-based, non-profit performing arts ensemble committed to developing an eclectic mix of programming through the artistic collaboration of performers as well as playwrights, composers, directors and designers, and providing opportunities for new talent to be seen and heard. The company was formed in 2006 by Suzanne Adams (Artistic & Managing Director), along with Hector Coris (Associate Artistic Director). Tickets are $20 and must be purchased in advance online through http://www.ODTConline.org/ or by phone at 800-838-3006.
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NYC: ANNIE KOZUCH IS "HERE WITH YOU" AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM - FINAL SHOW

NYC: ANNIE KOZUCH IS "HERE WITH YOU" AT THE METROPOLITAN
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Annie Kozuch promises to take you on a jazz infused journey as she performs songs from her new CD "Here With You" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursdays, October 21st & 28th and November 4th & 11th, all shows at 9:30 pm. From the jazz standards and swing of the American Songbook, to the sensual Bossa Nova of Brazil, to the romantic Bolero learned in her homeland Mexico, she is joined by the talented Frank Ponzio (piano), Vito Lesczak (drums), Saadi Zain (bass) and Cecilia Tenconi (flute/saxophone). Annie was raised in Mexico City and after seeing her first professional show at the age of six, she knew she wanted to perform. She sat in on her siblings' guitar lessons and learned to sing all the boleros and mariachis. Encouraged by her parents to "do what makes you happy" she furthered her passion for acting and singing by training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts (R.A.D.A.), London, and graduated from Mills College, CA, with a B.A. in Dramatic Arts. After a few years in San Francisco, she moved to New York City. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NYC: RICK PEETS AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE TONIGHT

NYC: RICK PEETS AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE
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From Broadway to blues, Disney to disco, Rick Peets opens the gates to an energetic journey through musical genres at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursdays, November 4th & 11th at 7:00 pm and Sunday, November 14th at 4:00 pm. Rick performs selections from The Black Eyed Peas, Bobby Darin, Sammy Davis Jr., Donna Summer and more. Directed by the award-winning team of Lennie Watts and Steven Ray Watkins, and featuring Jackie Fornatale and Tanya Holt. With Dan Fabricatore on bass and Jerry Smith on drums. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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Wednesday, November 10, 2010

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN NOVEMBER TO THE BEECHMAN

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS IN NOVEMBER TO 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 Wednesdays, November 10th & 17th at 8:00 pm and Tuesday, November 30th at 9:00 pm. Tickets are $35 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. A portion of the proceeds going to Joan Rivers' favorite charities: God's Love We Deliver and Guide Dogs for the Blind. A full dinner menu and bar are available. There is a $15 per person food/drink minimum.
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NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH GUESTS

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH GUESTS

Dana Lorge hosts "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 November 10th, will feature guests Jillian Laurain, Janice Hall, Raissa Katona Bennet, Helena Grenot, Joey Infante, Jack Cosgrove, Elaine St. George, Marci Chasen, Corky, Warren Schein, Sarah Rice, Kecia Craigg, Jerry Wichinsky, Frank Torren, Evan Lawrence, Diane LeBlanc. Barry Levitt on keyboard & John Miller on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.

NYC: "FROM COWS TO CADENZAS" AT THE TRIAD THEATRE

NYC: "FROM COWS TO CADENZAS" AT THE TRIAD THEATRE

Opera singer Linda Lane Smith will appear in "From Cows to Cadenzas" atTHE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) on Wednesday, November 10th 7:00 pm. The musical director is Phil Hall. Linda Lane Smith performs her funny, musical journey, from showing her prize-winning Hereford cows as a young woman in rural Oregon, through her metamorphosis into a brilliant opera star singing on the world's grand stages. Along the way, she navigates the bumps in the road with courage and humor as she meets some colorful characters who help her learn what life is all about. Smith, has performed for ten years throughout Europe (Monte Carlo, Berlin Bulgaria and Barcelona) upon leaving the Seattle Opera. She is a Silver medalist in the Vinas International Singing Competition in Barcelona Spain and a finalist in the Annelise Rothenberger Competition in Hamburg Germany. Ms. Smith has performed at Wolf Trap, Seattle Opera, The Kennedy Center and the Salzburg Summer Festival. She was the featured soloist aboard the Soviet Cruise Ship T.S. Maxim Gorki. She has also performed with The Rep Theatre in "Beauty and the Beast" and last year appeared in "Christmas Wrapping"; as well as has also appeared in TV commercials. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. For Reservations contact: Brown Paperhttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/134647 or call 800-838-3006.
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: TUBA D'AMORE QUINTET

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: TUBA D'AMORE QUINTET

MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC - ) every Wednesday. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte and Joan Uttal Anderson, Production Consultant. The next show is on Wednesday, November 10th, and features Ralph Hamperian - Tuba, Peter Brainin - Tenor Sax, Bob Albanese - Piano, Will Woodard - Bass, Jeff Brillinger - Drums. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
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Saturday, November 13, 2010

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