CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 12/19/10

Friday, December 24, 2010

NYC: A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS - THROUGH SATURDAY!

NYC: A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS

BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) presents a new holiday entertainment, starring Birdland regulars Hilary Kole, Jim Caruso, pianist Billy Stritch and violinist Aaron Weinstein for 6 performances, Monday through Saturday, December 20th through 25th, all shows at 6:00 pm. In the tradition of beloved seasonal specials, these four jazzy showstoppers will perform swinging arrangements of "Christmas Waltz," "I'll Be Home For Christmas," Kay Thompson's "Holiday Season," and "Sleigh Ride," among other favorites. They are joined by Paul Gill on bass and Tony Tedesco on drums. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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A VERY SIMPLE CHRISTMAS WISH TO ALL

FROM
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas & a most prosperous New Year!
Stu Hamstra - December 24, 2010

S.F.AREA: CHRISTMAS EVE WITH WESLA WHITFIELD AT SILO'S

S.F.AREA: CHRISTMAS EVE WITH WESLA WHITFIELD AT SILO'S

Cabaret/jazz legend Wesla Whitfield celebrates her third annual Christmas Eve party at SILO'S (530 Main Street, Napa, CA - 707-251-5833 - ) on Friday, December 24th at 7:00 pm. Presenting the Great American Songbook, Wesla, joined by Mike Greensill, will make your holidays cheery and bright with their jazz influenced performance of beloved standards - and a few new songs as well. Santa promises to visit every year, but claiming a prior engagement has yet to appear - maybe this will be the Christmas Eve he really does show up to surprise all the good little girls and boys and all of us too. While waiting for his arrival after the show, everyone is invited to sing the old Christmas carols. Non-singers (I have a special section for you) and the quasi-unreligious are especially encouraged to attend for the sake of a balanced representation. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC: THE NATE BIRKEY QUARTET CHRISTMAS EVE AT 55 BAR

NYC: THE NATE BIRKEY QUARTET CHRISTMAS EVE AT 55 BAR

The Nate Birkey Quartet (Nate Birkey - trumpet, vocals; Jim Ridl, piano; Bill Moring, bass; Tim Horner, drums) will play from 6:00 to 9:00 pm on Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24th at 55 BAR (55 Christopher Street, NYC -212-929-9883 ). Birkey has released seven albums for the California-based Household Ink Records. With the 2008 releases of Almost Home and Christmas - his first recordings made with his New York City quintet of saxophonist Sal Giorgianni, pianist Jim Ridl, bassist Tony Marino and drummer Marko Marcinko, Birkey takes another step upward and outward. Deftly mixing standards tastefully delivered, warm and imaginative originals in various genre leanings, and material from less-trodden sources, Birkey has an engaging way with a song, as a fluid improviser and vocalist of understated grace. There is no cover charge.
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NYC: CHRISTMAS EVE WITH THE RONNY WHYTE TRIO TONIGHT AT KITANO

NYC: CHRISTMAS EVE WITH THE RONNY WHYTE TRIO

The Ronny Whyte Trio, featuring Boots Maleson, Bass and Vinson Valega, Drums will perform at THE KITANO HOTEL'S GARDEN CAFE (66 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-885-7119 - ) on Friday, December 24th with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Mr. Whyte is a premiere interpreter of Classic American Popular Song, an outstanding jazz pianist and ASCAP award winning songwriter. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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Thursday, December 23, 2010

S.F.: GOSPEL CHRISTMAS WITH KIM NALLEY & TAMMY HALL TONIGHT ONLY AT THE RRAZZ

S.F.: GOSPEL CHRISTMAS WITH KIM NALLEY & TAMMY HALL TONIGHT ONLY AT THE RRAZZ

Kim Nalley & Tammy Hall present "GOSPEL CHRISTMAS" on Thursday, December 23rd at 8:00 pm at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189). This yearly Christmas tradition features acclaimed vocalist Kim Nalley performing all your favorite holiday songs accompanied by the swelling soulful Hammond B-3 Organ played by the incomparable Tammy Hall with Michael Zisman (electric bass) and Kent Bryson (drums). Expect several special guest and a few sing-a-longs in at this rollicking joyous concert. There is a $35 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO - FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME WITH SUZANNE CARRICO - FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, December 23rd at 7:00 pm. The show will be Carrico's CD release party with full band. She will be joined by The Don Rebic Quartet, Dan Gross on percussion, Jim DiMatteo on bass & Windham Hill recording artist, Sean Harkness on guitar. Also joining her will be MAC Nominee Booth Daniels. On the CD are tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. ($20 cover for children's events).

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Wednesday, December 22, 2010

S.F.: RUSS LORENSON'S 5 YEARS OF "CHRISTMAS IN SAN FRANCISCO" TONIGHT AT THE RRAZZ

S.F.: RUSS LORENSON'S 5 YEARS OF "CHRISTMAS IN SAN FRANCISCO"

For the fifth year, Russ Lorenson comes home for the holidays with his annual show, "Christmas in San Francisco with Russ Lorenson & Friends," with one performance only, on Wednesday, December 22nd at 8:00 pm at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO(222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ). Guest artists for this year's show include San Francisco favorites Carly Ozard, Vernica Klaus, and Katya Smirnoff-Skyy. With songs by such great composers and lyricists as Irving Berlin, Johnny Mercer, Jule Styne, Sammy Cahn, and Frank Loesser, there's something for everyone in this swinging evening of jingle jazz. This year's lineup of guests is a trio of divas, all well-known to San Francisco audiences, and all who have made their Rrazz Room debuts in 2010. There is a $35 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA FEATURES SUZANNE CARRICO

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA FEATURES SUZANNE CARRICO

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 Wednesday, December 22nd, guests are Ann Murphy, Suzanne Carrico, Sarah Hayes, Peter Napolitano, Tony Middleton, David Vernon, Jillian Laurain, Meg Flather, Frances Fascetti, Helena Grenot, Lauren Robert, Louis Bruno, Joey Infante, Adam Shapiro, Rita Ellis Hammer, and Jill Melanie Wirth with Bill Zeffiro on keyboard, Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum
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NYC: RICHARD SKIPPER AS "CAROL CHANNING" IN CONCERT - PREVIEWS OPEN TONIGHT

NYC: RICHARD SKIPPER AS "CAROL CHANNING" IN CONCERT

Richard Skipper, brings his critically-acclaimed show "Richard Skipper As Carol Channing In Concert" Off-Broadway, with preview performances set to begin on Wednesday, December 22nd at ST. LUKE'S THEATER (308 West 46th Street, NYC - TKTS: 212-239-6200 - http://www.Telecharge.com/ ). Opening night will be Wednesday January 12th at 8:00 pm. The production will be directed by Mark Robert Gordon. A portion of the proceeds from this Off-Broadway premiere will benefit The Dr. Carol Channing & Harry Kullijian Foundation for The Arts. The show celebrates the career and persona of the unique theatrical legend. Accompanied by a three-piece band led by John Fischer, Skipper blends Channing's standards with original material and other familiar songs sung in a spot-on Channing-on-Broadway perfection. The musical surveys Channing's life with many stops along the way for Skipper's unique "ad-lib" interactions with the audience. Skipper is a four-time recipient of the MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabaret) Award and a Bistro Award for Best Performer. Performances will be every Wednesday at 2:00 & 8:00 pm; special added performances on Friday, December 24th at 7:30pm, Sunday January 2nd at 3:00 pm and Monday & Tuesday January 10th & 11th at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $41.50-$66.50 -$76.50.

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: YULETIDE CELEBRATION TODAY AT 1 PM

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: YULETIDE CELEBRATION

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, December 22nd will be the ANNUAL YULETIDE CELEBRATION featuring Daryl Sherman, Joyce Breach, Jann Parker, Alex Leonard, Ronny Whyte, Boots Maleson and David Silliman. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
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NYC: DARREN WILLIAMS RETURNS FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY - AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: DARREN WILLIAMS RETURNS FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY

Australian Entertainer of the Year Darren Williams returns to the States to make his debut at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) for one night only, on Wednesday, December 22nd at 9:30 pm. Mr. Williams brings his Peter Allen show, "Not the Boy Next Door: the Peter Allen Songbook," for this one public concert at the Beechman. The show includes crowd-pleasing show-stoppers like "I Go To Rio," "Arthur's Theme," "I Honestly Love You" and "Don't Cry Out Loud" as well as lesser-known songs from the prolific Peter Allen songbook. Mr. Williams, who has often been compared to Allen, brings night club entertainment to a new level with his unique brand of rafter-raising delivery and openness with a lyric that is compelling. Dennis Buck will be musical director with his trio. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: LYNN LOOSIER IS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS - TONIGHT AT THE MET

NYC: LYNN LOOSIER IS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

Lynn Loosier will present a holiday show at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Wednesday, December 22nd at 9:30 pm. She will be joined by Tedd Firth at the piano. Loosier has been a featured soloist at both Lincoln Center and Jazz at Lincoln Center. She has had the pleasure to sing with Jennifer Holliday, Sam Harris, & local favorite Julian Fleisher and has shared the stage with Broadway & television actor, Tom Wopat. Lynn recently performed to a sold out audience at Joe's Pub. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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SOME THOUGHTS ON REVIEWERS & REVIEWS

I've written this before, but it bears repeating: a review by a critic is simply one person's opinion. Don't get too excited about a positive review, and don't get too "bent out of shape" about a negative review. I know from my own experience writing reviews for CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE for over 21 years that there are often many personal, outside factors that influence my impressions of a cabaret show. And each reviewer has their own set of personal, outside factors. For example, if I have had a particularly stressful day, I find myself in a negative mood - and try to shake it off before attending a cabaret show I might review. Same goes for a particularly exciting and joyful day. Euphoria can color one's perception of the mediocre, making a show seem far better than it actually was. For that reason I try to avoid any extended personal contact with a performer immediately after their show, in order to mull things over and attempt to get my feelings and thoughts into perspective. If I do personally praise your performance after your show, rest assured you've truly impressed me.

And if you get that one bad review, don't call attention to it by sending out an e-mail blast complaining about the critic. Just go quietly about your business - and try to pick a positive sentence or two from the review to use in your next press release. Believe me, most folks (except the artist being reviewed) don't pay much attention to reviews and most don't even bother to read them. And to publicly criticize a reviewer has no possible benefit.

Stand-alone reviews have always been the least visited pages on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. That's why Sue Matsuki and I decided to make her SUE'S VIEWS, NEWS & REVIEWS column include much more than simple reviews, and it has paid off! Her column is now among the most read pages on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website!

STU

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INTERNATIONAL CABARET CONFERENCE AT YALE DATES ANNOUNCED

Director/Artistic Director, takes pride in announcing the Ninth Annual International Cabaret Conference at Yale University which will be held July 22nd through July 31st, 2011. Auditions for the conference have previously been held in: Atlanta, Amsterdam, Boston, Chicago, Jerusalem, London UK, Los Angeles, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New Orleans, New York, Seattle, Toronto, and Washington DC. The International Cabaret Conference At Yale University is an intensive nine-day teaching program in the art of cabaret performance and trains professionals for the live entertainment industry. The Great American Songbook is addressed and promoted in its entirety, from its origins in the late 19th century through the classic pop standards of the 1930s and '40s to today's contemporary cabaret, musical theater, jazz and pop music. Participating students have come from the USA, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Greece, Japan, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa and the United Kingdom. All classes are conducted in English. See the website for information on when and where auditions will be held in your area. To schedule an audition or for additional information please call 212-629-2000 or contact by email.
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MELBOURNE'S FAMED BUTTERFLY CLUB CHANGES HANDS

If you actually read all the listings in the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (and I know many of you skim over them or skip them entirely), you will note that nearly every week we list shows at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB in Melbourne, AU. They always seem to be presenting the most interesting performers and cabaret events, and one of the reasons I try to cover their shows is to give other performers who get the newsletter some ideas for their own shows. We see far too many cabaret shows that are nothing more than Wikipedia entries with songs added, and while these types of shows are often quite "commercial", they do not fully utilize the full breath of cabaret possibilities.

I mention this today because THE BUTTERFLY CLUB changed hands over the weekend. Over the past almost 12 years, the club has become synonymous with cabaret, presenting more than 1,000 new works and discovering and nurturing many performers who are now house-hold names in Australia (and soon around the world) such as Tim Minchin and Eddie Perfect. The sale will allow former owners David Read and Neville Sice to focus on producing the annual Melbourne Cabaret Festival. Longstanding Venue Manager, Alexander Woollard, remains in charge at the venue and all staff positions are secure. All 2011 performer and function bookings have been honored. The new owner, Enter Closer Pty Ltd, is headed by professional performer, composer, teacher and producer, Mr. Simone Pulga.

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE takes this opportunity to send special congratulations to David Read and Neville Sice, who saved the club from extinction many years ago and turned it into one of the most exciting and popular venues in all of Australia. And a big welcome to Mr. Pulga, and our best wishes on your new venture. When I personally met Messrs. Read and Sice a few years back, I promised that some day, some how, I would get to Melbourne and Adelaide to see in person the BUTTERFLY CLUB and the ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL. So now I extend that pledge to you as well, and stand ready to continue to promote your cabaret events.

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Tuesday, December 21, 2010

FOR MAC MEMBERS WHO PLAN ON DOING A SHOW REPRISE FOR MAC AWARD VOTERS

Dear MAC member:

If you plan on doing a reprise of your 2010 cabaret show for MAC Award voter consideration, you might want to take advantage of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE'S AD SPECIALS for December & January. There's a full 20% to 25% off our standard rates if the ad starts its run before January 31st - see all the details in the announcements below. This means your regular sized sidebar ad would cost just $18.75 per week (4 week minimum) and your SUPERSIZE banner would cost just $40 per week (3 week minimum). Member discounts apply to banner rates as well (for example, a GOLD CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member would get an additional 15% discount!). Plus your event will be mentioned in EVERY issue of the twice weekly newsletter, sent to over 2700 subscribers!

And right now is a great time to start your banner - only 2 banners are currently running, and since the banners are displayed at random, you banner will appear more often than ever! But don't delay - space is limited.

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SIDE-BAR AD SALE FOR DECEMBER & JANUARY
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Our annual HOMEPAGE SIDEBAR AD sale is back. Four weeks ($100 worth) of REGULAR SIZE $25/week ads for the cost of three ($75). Four weeks ($180) of SUPER SIZE $45/week ads for the cost of three ($135). Limit of 8 weeks continuous. Must be paid using PayPal, no discounts or rebates. You must supply the art for your ad and we'll link it to any website URL you choose. Space is limited. Your ad must start its run before January 31st, 2011 to be eligible for this deal. For specs and sample ads go to AD INFO -http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/BannerHere.shtml

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SUPERSIZE BANNER SALE FOR DECEMBER & JANUARY
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Starting on Sunday, December 19th and running through Saturday, January 29th, SUPERSIZE BANNER cost will drop by 20% to $40 per week - three week minimum. Limit of 6 weeks continuous. Must be paid in advance, member discounts & rebates apply. 5% additional discount for using PayPal (if net is over $100). You must supply the art for your ad and we'll link it to any website URL you choose. Your ad must start its run before January 31st, 2011 to be eligible for this deal. Space is limited. For specs and sample ads go to AD INFO -http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/BannerHere.shtml

Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret!

STU

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NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Jazz legend Annie Ross continues her unprecedented, record-breaking, multi-year run atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), every Tuesday night in December at 9:30 pm. Ms. Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. Annie Ross is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", "Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 minimum.
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NYC: KEVIN DOZIER AND GUESTS IN "TAKE ME TO THE WORLD" TONIGHT

NYC: KEVIN DOZIER AND GUESTS IN "TAKE ME TO THE WORLD"

Singer Kevin Dozier will reprise his acclaimed cabaret show "TAKE ME TO THE WORLD" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Tuesday, December 21st at 7:30 pm. The holiday evening, directed by Lennie Watts, includes songs by Maltby & Shire, Jones & Schmidt, Irving Berlin, Jerry Herman, Lerner & Loewe, Stephen Sondheim, Noel Coward, Ervin Drake, Rusty Magee, Alex Rybeck and others. Kevin debuted "Take Me to the World" at Feinstein's earlier this year to universal raves followed by an extended engagement at the Laurie Beechman Theatre this fall. Kevin will again be joined by Musical Director Alex Rybeck at the piano with Dick Sarpola on Bass and John Redsecker on drums. Kevin's special guests on December 21st will be Terese Genecco, Stearns Matthews and Marianne Challis. There is a $10 cover with a 2 drink minimum.
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NYC: FREDDY COLE AT BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS WEEK

NYC: FREDDY COLE AT BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS WEEK

Nat "King" Cole's brother Freddy Cole will perform at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) Tuesday through Saturday, December 21st through 25th with shows at 9:00 & 11:00 pm. Freddy doesn't apologize for sounding like his brother. There are certain unmistakable similarities. He plays piano, sings and performs live with guitar and upright bass, just like Nat. Yet his voice is raspier, smokier, jazzier even. There is a $30/$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: BRENT BARRETT: CHRISTMAS MORNINGS - BASED ON HIS CD - AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: BRENT BARRETT: CHRISTMAS MORNINGS

Broadway favorite Brent Barrett, fresh from his run as Billy Flynn in Broadway's Chicago, makes his Beechman debut with Christmas Mornings, a show based on his CD of the same name on Tuesday, December 21st at 10:30 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). Expect tunes ranging from Santa Claus is Coming to Town and Winter Wonderland to creative arrangements of I'll Be Home for Christmas/A Place Called Home and Christmas Walz/It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Broadway favorite Barrett's Broadway credits include Annie Get Your Gun, Grand Hotel, Dance a Little Closer, West Side Story and Candide. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: MARK MILLER & SEAN HARKNESS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM TONIGHT

NYC: MARK MILLER & SEAN HARKNESS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) presents: Mark Miller and Sean Harkness, a trombone and guitar duet, on Tuesday, December 21st at 7:00 pm. Miller and Harkness will perform mostly original works that are rhythmic and lyrical, unpredictable yet accessible. Two very good friends share their music with you for one night only. Sean will have multiple guitars, including his new signature 12-string. Mark brings trombones, mutes and shakers to the table. And they both sing a little. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: THE BIG HOLIDAY SPECIAL AT THE BEECHMAN TONIGHT

NYC: THE BIG HOLIDAY SPECIAL AT THE BEECHMAN

Mark Nadler, Heather MacRae, Marta Sanders, Jamison Stern and Tanya Holt spin the holiday standards in all different directions in this merriest of winter-fests on Tuesday, December 21st at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) . Exploring every element of the holiday season from TV specials to Christmas parties and, yes, even those horrible memories of the Christmases we DIDN'T get our heart's desire! This show is at times hysterically funny, at times deeply moving and always joyously musical; it will leave you with a warm glow that will last long after the Holiday season has come and past. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: THE PHOEBE LEGERE QUINTET AT THE IRIDIUM TONIGHT

NYC: THE PHOEBE LEGERE QUINTET AT THE IRIDIUM
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ScoBar Entertainment presents The Phoebe Legere Quintet at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Tuesday, December 21st with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. This will be the opening night of her monthly Multi-Media Jazzaret show, with performances at 8 & 10pm. She will be appearing at Iridium on the third Tuesday of each month. Phoebe Legere is a multi-format artist who is fluent in both music & art & loves to invent new ways of breaking down the barriers between those art forms, calling her approach "Total Art Synthesis." Ms. Legere is a composer, multi-instrumentalist, poet, painter, songwriter, improviser. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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Monday, December 20, 2010

NEW COLUMN BY SUE MATSUKI NOW POSTED ON THE WEBSITE

We just posted a new column by Sue Matsuki on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/

This week Sue describes a Tech Sheet to guide the Lights & Sound person at your show; comments once more about her review plans and style; reviews the NEW YORK CITY GAY MEN'S CHORUS; and gives more show picks for this week, including several for tonight.

STU

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CHI: SUZANNE PETRI IN "CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH MARLENE" TONIGHT!

CHI: SUZANNE PETRI IN "CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH MARLENE"

Cabaret comes to Millennium Park in Chicago this winter with an all-new series, Cabaret with a View, where audiences have a chance to sit on the stage of the Jay Pritzker Pavilion to experience music in an intimate setting and a climate controlled environment. Presented by Millennium Park, the new series kicks off on Monday, December 20th at 7:30 pm with Suzanne Petri in a one-woman tribute to screen legend Marlene Dietrich called "Celebrate the Holidays with Marlene." In a tour-de-force concert that showcases her performing versatility, Petri will take the audience on an eclectic musical journey. She will be joined by Jim Cox on bass and Dez Desormeaux on reeds with Bob Moreen as Musical Director, performing Dietrich classic songs including Boys In the Backroom, Falling In Love Again and Jonny. Millennium Park is located in the heart of downtown Chicago, bordered by Michigan Avenue to the west, Columbus Drive to the east, Randolph Street to the north and Monroe Street to the south. Cabaret with a View continues with Hollis Resnik in concert on Monday, January 24, 2011 and Shelley MacArthur in concert on Monday, February 14, 2011. Tickets are $15 and are available by calling 312-742-8497 or by visiting http://www.millenniumpark.org/ .

NYC: A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS THROUGH THE 25th

NYC: A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS

NYC: THE HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI WITH BRONWYN RUCKER

NYC: THE HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI

Bronwyn Rucker hosts "The Happy Hour Salon" open-mic at IDO SUSHI (29 Seventh Avenue South, NY - 212-691-7177) every Monday night from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. On Monday, December 20th, Bronwyn will present another "Shakespeare Soiree!" with Jerry Scott at the Piano and Co-Host: Phil Levy. Join Bronwyn's Frolics, Follies, Gaities, Vanities, Scandals! Everyone is invited to drop in, sing a song, meet new friends and have a fun time in the Village. No cover.
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NYC: KIM SMITH HOSTS VAUXHALL KABARETT TONIGHT WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

NYC: KIM SMITH HOSTS VAUXHALL KABARETT TONIGHT WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

Kim Smith is currently serving as as resident host of "Vauxhall Kabarett," a late-night musicale atVLADA LOUNGE (331 West 51st Street, NYC - 212-974-8030) every Monday night starting at 10:30 pm. Taking inspiration from both 1920s Berlin boy-bars and 1950s New York nightlife, Vauxhall features taut, shirtless bar boys, absinthe cocktails and a glittering parade of musical guests. This week, Monday, December 20th, Kim will present as his very special guests are Jonathan Whitton and Billy Hannon. There is no cover charge.
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NYC: SPIDER SALOFF & RICKEY RITZEL REUNITE FOR ONE NIGHT REVISITING PAST SHOWS

NYC: SPIDER SALOFF & RICKEY RITZEL REUNITE FOR ONE NIGHT

Award-winning entertainer and musical director Ricky Ritzel teams up with his old pal, also known as "the toast of Chicago", Spider Saloff for holiday folly. Spider & Ricky will revisit songs from "1938", "Porgy&Bess: A Cabaret Concert" and favorites of their past collaborations at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, December 20th at 7:00 pm. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC: THE GARY NEGBAUR GROUP PLAYS BANJO JIM'S TONIGHT

NYC: THE GARY NEGBAUR GROUP PLAYS BANJO JIM'S TONIGHT

The Gary Negbaur Group will be playing a mix of blues, jazz, and what-have-you on Monday, December 20th from 8:00 to 9:00 pm at BANJO JIM'S (700 East 9th Street, NYC - 212-777-0869). Pianist/singer/ songwriter Gary Negbaur has toured across the USA, Europe and Australia wowing audiences with his heartfelt and often humorous originals along with his innovative arrangements of standards. His recordings include a CD of original music (Let Me Explain) as well as a critically acclaimed solo album of standards (Sit Down You're Rockin' the Boat) and a children's CD (Max's Family Band). In addition to performing, Gary writes music for theater and film, and many of his songs are performed and recorded by other singers. Call for cover/minimum information.
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NYC: DEB BERMAN WITH SEAN HARKNESS AT DON'T TELL MAMA - TONIGHT

NYC: DEB BERMAN WITH SEAN HARKNESS AT DON'T TELL MAMA
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After three successful performances at The Metropolitan Room, Deb Berman, accompanied by guitarist, Sean Harkness, will bring her show ALL IN GOOD TIME to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, December 20th at 7:00 pm. The pair will merrily romp through songs about life, love and the pursuit of time-well-spent set to music by John Mayer, George & Ira, Thelonius, Laura Nyro and others. The show is directed by Susan Winter. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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Sunday, December 19, 2010

CHI: SUZANNE CARRICO BRINGS CD RELEASE SHOW TO DAVENPORT'S ONE NIGHT ONLY

CHI: SUZANNE CARRICO BRINGS CD RELEASE SHOW TO DAVENPORT'S

Suzanne Carrico, winner of the 2008 MAC Award for Best Female Debut for THE ART OF THE CAHN, Music from the Sammy Cahn Songbook, will celebrate the Christmas season & her new holiday CD, WHAT CHRISTMAS TIME MEANS TO ME, with her Chicago debut at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) for one show only, on Sunday, December 19th at 7:00 pm. She will be accompanied by Pat Firth on piano. Joining Suzanne will be her special guest Elizabeth Doyle. On the CD are tunes ranging from the popular ("Silver Bells," Stephen Schwartz's "Day by Day," "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Irving Berlin & "Baby It's Cold Outside/Let It Snow" by the wonderful Frank Loesser, Jule Styne & Sammy Cahn) to the spiritual ("What Child is This," "Little Drummer Boy," "Do You Hear What I Hear" & "Gesu Bambino") to an original tune by Musical Director Don Rebic, "Merry Christmas to Us All." Call for cover/minimum information.

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NY STATE: JENNA ESPOSITO & FAMILY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS

NY STATE: JENNA ESPOSITO & FAMILY CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS

Jenna Esposito presents "The Annual Esposito Family Christmas Concert" at JOHN'S HARVEST INN (633 Route 17M, Middletown, NY - 845-343-6630) on Sunday, December 19th at 2:00 & 5:30 pm. Escape the holiday hustle bustle and join Jenna Esposito, Fortune Esposito, and Kelly Esposito-Broelmann as they celebrate the season with holiday favorites, a singalong, and a surprise or two. Rumor has it that the newest member of the family, 2 year-old Charlie Broelmann may be making his first onstage appearance! Jenna is joined by Fortune Esposito (guitar), David Crone (piano), Rob Broelmann (bass) and Brian Broelmann (tenor sax). There is a $15 cover plus a $18 Light Fare Buffet. Dinner is also available. Children 5-11: $5 cover & pay their age for the buffet.
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NYC: CHRISTINE EBERSOLE AND BILLY STRITCH AT BIRDLAND TONIGHT - 2 SHOWS

NYC: CHRISTINE EBERSOLE AND BILLY STRITCH AT BIRDLAND

The wildly sensational musical pair consisting of Grammy-winning composer, arranger, vocalist, and jazz pianist, Billy Stritch and Tony-winning actress and singer Christine Ebersole, take the stage at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) once again for a madcap holiday show on Sunday, December 19th with shows at 9:00 & 11:00 pm. The duo will cover cabaret standards and holiday tunes, all the while bringing their own lively and exciting personal touches to the classics. Longtime friends, Ebersole and Stritch have a musical partnership in which two equally bright stars align and illuminate shared moments through perfect synchronicity. There is a $30/$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: TEDDY CARE RETURNS FOR 3 SHOWS IN DECEMBER - FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: TEDDY CARE RETURNS FOR 3 SHOWS IN DECEMBER
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Cabaret icon Ruby Rims is back - and so is his legendary "Teddy Care" benefit shows! Performances on behalf of the Actors' Fund Program & Judson Memorial Church will be presented at JUDSON MEMORIAL CHURCH (55 Washington Square South, NYC - RESV: 212-477-0351 x 26) and are scheduled for Sundays, December 5th, 12th & 19th at 7:00 pm. John McMahon serves as musical director. On December 19th, performers will be The Gay Agenda with Micah Bucey & Nicholas Williams, Fred Barton, Elena Bennett, Rick Crom, Terese Genecco, Georga Osborne, Shirley Ritenour, Ricky Ritzel, Kathy Robinson, Jay Rogers, Marta Sanders & Rick Skye. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. Admission is a $20 donation (cash or check) plus a new Teddy Bear.
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NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON TONIGHT: "THE BEST OF 2010"

NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON TONIGHT: "THE BEST OF 2010"

Mark Janas' Salon is held at ETCETERA ETCETERA (352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141) every Sunday evening through December 19th. The Salon will return on January 16th. The Salon is where singers, writers and musicians share their talent with each other and audience members around a chosen theme. As always, the theme is only a suggestion; you may perform anything you like in any musical genre: Broadway, pop, rock, country, jazz, classical, etc. The optional theme for Sunday, December 19th is "The Best of 2010". Co-Hosts will be The Salon Advisory Board: Julie Reyburn, Bill Zeffiro, Sue Matsuki, Stephen Wilde, Nicholas Levin & Sierra Rein will be joining Mark Janas & Tanya Moberly for this end-of-the-year Salon Celebration. There are no reservations; seating is on a first come/ first served basis, with one intermission. Doors open and sign up begins at 6:15 pm with 'Etceterette', Marnie Klar. There is a $10 cash cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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ON THE RADIO TONIGHT: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": THE ANDREWS SISTERS

ON THE RADIO TONIGHT: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": THE ANDREWS SISTERS
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB

EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/, usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays, and is hosted by David Kenney. Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. On Sunday, December 19th, the show will feature the music of The Andrews Sisters. Some of the songs from their career that you will hear: "Beat Me Daddy, Eight To The Bar", "Strip Polka", "I Can Dream, Can't I?", "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy", and "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town". For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ or contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .
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NYC: CAROLE J. BUFFORD WITH HOLIDAY SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: CAROLE J. BUFFORD WITH HOLIDAY SHOW

Carole J. Bufford returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with a special holiday show on Sunday, December 19th at 4:00 pm. The show is directed by Lennie Watts with Musical Direction by Nate Buccieri. Recently, Bufford was featured and received rave reviews in Broadway By The Year: Musicals of 1927 and Musicals of 1966 at Town Hall and was singled out by the New York Times at the 20th Annual Cabaret Convention at Jazz at Lincoln Center presented by the Mabel Mercer Foundation. She also enjoyed a run of her critically acclaimed Carole J. Bufford sings Randy Newman in Lennie Watts Under The Covers series. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: CORNELIUS BATES ENCORES "MY BRAZILIAN ROMANCE" TONIGHT

NYC: CORNELIUS BATES ENCORES "MY BRAZILIAN ROMANCE"

Cornelius Bates returns with his show "My Brazilian Romance: A Tribute to the Music from Brazil" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, December 19th at 9:30 pm. Bates is a versatile performer in music, stage, and television. On stage he has performed in everything from musicals to the works of Shakespeare. He made his television debut as Chuck Berry in the miniseries "Shake, Rattle and Roll." He appeared as the guest vocalist with the renowned dance company Step Afrika at the Kennedy Center. He has been a guest in the "Late Night Groove" series at the Blue Note and with the popular Brazilian band The Nanny Assis Group at S.O.B.'s. Now, Cornelius Bates makes his solo debut at the Metropolitan Room in a show offering the lush phrasings of bossa nova, the sexy sounds of samba, and the hypnotic melodies of Brazilian pop. The new show is under the musical direction of Marcos Vigio, the Rio de Janeiro guitarist now based in New York City, with percussionists Nanny Assis and Robert Di Pietro. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: BRONWYN'S CHRISTMAS SHOW WITH JOE FRANKLIN TONIGHT

NYC: BRONWYN'S CHRISTMAS SHOW WITH JOE FRANKLIN

Bronwyn Rucker will present her annual "Bronwyn's Christmas Show" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Sunday, December 19th at 6:00 pm. Her special guest will be TV & Radio legend Joe Franklin. Woody Regan will be on piano with Ritt Henn on bass. She will also be joined by the Holiday Spirits. There's just a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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