CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 2/13/11

Saturday, February 19, 2011

3rd Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration & Benefit Announced

Rory Paull, Marilu Henner & Robert Kotonly @ 2nd Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration & Benefit For Haiti Relief (Photo Credit: Pat Johnson)

San Francisco, CA -- February 19, 2011 -- On Thursday, March 17, 2011, at 8pm, co-owners Robert Kotonly and Rory Paull of Rrazz Entertainment West, Inc. dba "the RRAZZ room" at Hotel Nikko San Francisco will host their 3rd Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration & Benefit For St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The star-studded *lineup will include Sarah Dash (of LaBelle), Joyce DeWitt (of TV's Three's Company), Sally Kellerman (in the film MASH), Florence LaRue (of The 5th Dimension), Gloria Loring (co-composed theme songs to Diff'rent Strokes and The Facts of Life; mother of R&B singer Robin Thicke), Deana Martin (daughter of Dean Martin), Melba Moore (Tony Award winner for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical for her role in Purlie), Kim Nalley ("Most Influential African-American in the Bay Area" Award 2005 City Flight Magazine), CeCe Peniston (R&B and Dance-Pop Singer-Songwriter, Actress), Martha Reeves (Queen of Motown), Paula West (Currently in Week 5 of 8-week residency at the RRAZZ room),  Edna Wright & Honey Cone (Left Motown to become the premier female group for Hot Wax Records, best known classic hits "Want Ads" and "One Monkey Don't Stop No Show") and Pia Zadora (Golden Globe Award "New Star of the Year" winner for Butterfly) *Lineup subject to change.

3rd Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration & Benefit For St Jude Children's Research Hospital is a special night to celebrate the premier nightclub of the West Coast. Located in the lobby level of Hotel Nikko San Francisco, the RRAZZ room offers a variety of headline entertainment seven nights a week. An intimate, acoustically perfect, and sophisticated setting, the RRAZZ room seats just under 200. The programming is as eclectic as it is top-notch. On any given night, expect to see Oscar, Emmy, Tony and Grammy winners as well as rising Bay Area stars. As one customer recently stated, "I'm from the East Coast, and the RRAZZ room is one place where nightlife in San Francisco feels like New York." Not just another gala celebration, but an opportunity to help change lives across the world.

Since they opened the doors to the RRAZZ room, Kotonly and Paull have donated a portion of their annual gala celebration proceeds to non-profit organizations: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (2009), Haiti Relief (2010) and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (2011). When late entertainerDanny Thomas opened the doors to St. Jude Children's Hospital in 1962, he not only changed the lives of those children who walked through its doors, he changed lives across the world.  St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. Ranked the No. 1 pediatric cancer hospital by Parents magazine and the No. 1 children's cancer hospital by U.S. News & World Report, St. Jude is the first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children.  http://www.stjude.org

3rd Annual RRAZZiversary Gala Celebration & Benefit for St Jude Children's Research Hospital at the RRAZZ room at Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason Street, San Francisco, 94102, Thursday, March 17, 2011, 8pm. Tickets $75 (General Admission; rear of house seats); $125 (Preferred seats); and $175 (Includes post-show wine and cheese reception with the artists). Fabulous cocktail attire recommended. Tickets: 800.380.3095 or http://www.therrazzroom.com

L.A.AREA: BETH LAPEDIS IN "100% HAPPY 88% OF THE TIME" TONIGHT & SUNDAY

L.A.AREA: BETH LAPEDIS IN "100% HAPPY 88% OF THE TIME"

Beth Lapides brings her hit show "100% Happy 88% of the Time" to BLAME IT ON MIDNIGHT (777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA - 760-323-1200) on Saturday, February 19th at 9:00 pm and Sunday, February 20th at 8:00 pm. The part-time Palm Springs resident's musical standup stage show meets cabaret could be called Un-Cabaret in this combination comedy, personal storytelling, big ideas, edgy science, New Age spirituality, and multi-media presentation with original songs in a night of evolutionary entertainment that has been making audiences 100% happy since October 2010. Beth finds the silver lining in these crazy changing times as she tells the story of her eviction from an apartment in Los Angeles and move to the desert where she falls down the rabbit-hole of the New Age. But she's really telling a bigger story. "We're all being evicted -individually as well as collectively, from our homes, jobs and lifestyles", is how Beth sums it up. The show features original script and songs written and performed by Beth Lapides along with Mitch Kaplan, produced by Greg Miller, and directed by Clifford Bell. There is a $10 cover charge - dinner, appetizers, and cocktails available.

M.W.: CLOSE TO YOU: THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS AT THE METROPOLIS

M.W.: CLOSE TO YOU: THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS

Singer and playwright Lisa Rock develops and produces cabaret shows for artists across the country, and now she has compiled "Close to You: The Music of the Carpenters", a moving tribute to the music and life of Carpenter that she brings to the METROPOLIS PERFORMING ART CENTRE (111 West Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL - 847-577-2121 on Saturday, February 19th at 8:00 pm. She is joined by along her 6-piece band. Featuring hit Carpenters songs like "We've Only Just Begun," "Yesterday Once More" and "Rainy Days and Mondays," the show celebrates some of the most memorable songs of the '70s. Considered one of the best vocalists of all time, Karen Carpenter captured the attention of a generation with the surprisingly deep material of her unabashedly catchy pop music. Tickets are $25-$35.

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M.W.: HILARY FELDMAN IN HOLLYWOOD & BROADWAY: A FINE ROMANCE

M.W.: HILARY FELDMAN IN HOLLYWOOD & BROADWAY: A FINE ROMANCE

Hilary Feldman brings her acclaimed show, HOLLYWOOD & BROADWAY: A FINE ROMANCE to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 on Saturdays, February 19th & 26th at 8:00 pm. Around the time Eddie Cantor was Makin' Whoopee, a young Hollywood spotted old Dame Broadway across a crowded country. He flirted until she could resist no longer. Thus began a beautiful relationship - filled with creativity, challenges, intrigue and, of course, romance - that has lasted nearly a century. This unique and remarkable tale is told through backstage stories, delectable anecdotes, and the best music of both worlds. Musical direction by Beckie Menzie. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: DAVID VERNON'S "COMPOSITIONS" AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN TONIGHT ONLY

NYC: COMPOSITIONS AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN

David Vernon presents "Compositions", a selection of new material written by Contemporary New York composers at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Saturday, February 19th at 8:00 pm. The concept of Compositions is to expose and promote material worthy of The New Great American Songbook. Every song tells a story. Compositions allow an audience the opportunity to get into the souls of the most talented composers on the east coast. The show is directed by Award Winning Peter Napolitano. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S - FINAL SHOW TONIGHT

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S

Eric Michael Gillett returns to FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 on Tuesday through Saturday, February 15th through 19th with "WIDESCREEN: Songs From & About the Movies", an evening of music for anyone who has ever stumbled into a darkened movie house to escape the tumult of everyday life. Performances are at 8:00 pm Tuesday through Thursday and at 8:00 & 10:30 pm on Friday & Saturday. He is joined by Jeff Cubeta, Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard, Bass (Tues-Thurs) & Matt Wigton, Bass (Fri/Sat) (Jeff Cubeta & Don Rebic, Arrangers). WIDESCREEN uses the silver screen as a jumping off point, borrowing songs written specifically for motion pictures ("Theme from Valley of the Dolls," "Moon River," "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?") and marrying them to music from theater ("If the World Were Like the Movies") and contemporary pop ("Widescreen," "Erroll Flynn") to explore the world of the movies and the fantasies, illusions, and lies that fill our lives. Also featured are "I See the Light," 2011 Academy Award nominated song from the motion picture TANGLED, and Craig Carnelia's ode to the joys of late-night channel surfing, "Old Movies." There is a $40-$60 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: TIM DI PASQUA AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM TONIGHT ONLY

NYC: TIM DI PASQUA AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Award winning singer/songwriter/ composer Tim Di Pasqua returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for one night only Saturday, February 19th at 7:00 pm. Taking a break from performing with the award-winning singing group "Southern Comfort" with Tom Andersen and Scott Coulter, and musical directing Jim Van Slyke in the critically acclaimed "The Sedaka Show " (celebrating the music of Neil Sedaka, with Mr. Sedaka himself, Tim returns to what he loves & does best: singing his own songs. Joining him on stage will be Jennifer Zimmerman (Phantom of the Opera) and Trent Armand Kendall (Five Guys Named Moe, Into The Woods, Bat Boy, Picture Incomplete). On addition to presenting some of his classic songs, like "You", "Monster Under These Conditions", and "One Thing", Tim will be offering songs from his musical revue "Notes On New York, The Musicalized Observations Of Tim Di Pasqua" as well as a few brand new selections. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

Friday, February 18, 2011

M.W.: CRAIG POMRANZ IN POST-VALENTINE SHOW AT THE KRANZBERG TONIGHT & TOMORROW

M.W.: CRAIG POMRANZ IN POST-VALENTINE SHOW AT THE KRANZBERG

Native St. Louisan Craig Pomranz comes home from New York on Friday & Saturday, February 18th & 19th at 8:00 to perform at KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778). Craig works Valentine's Day every year in the METROPOLITAN ROOM in NYC, and often at THE GARDENIA in L.A. Craig is an affable, engaging singer who creates an immediate rapport with his audience. As smart as he is genial, Craig is a forcefully intelligent show architect. He knows the American Songbook front to back, and he brings a broad sampling with him -- from Cole Porter to Hoagie Carmichael to Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon and Stephen Schwartz. Stephen Bocchino serves as Music Director. Tickets are $25 available through http://www.LicketyTix.com/ or call 314-725-4200 EXT 10.

NYC: BEN VEREEN'S CD RELEASE AND CONCERT AT THE TOWN HALL TONIGHT

NYC: BEN VEREEN'S CD RELEASE AND CONCERT AT THE TOWN HALL

THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929) presents Ben Vereen in a concert on Friday, February 18th at 8:00 pm, which coincides with the release of his new CD "Stepping Out With Ben Vereen" on the Ghostlight Records label. Ben Vereen is a Tony Award winning stage veteran and Broadway star, and this concert will highlight his stage career as well as American Standards. He won the Tony Award for his renowned performance in Bob Fosse's Pippin, and has also starred on Broadway in Wicked, Fosse, Chicago, Jesus Christ Superstar, Hair, Jelly's Last Jam, Grind, A Christmas Carol and I'm Not Rappaport. He recently guest starred on How I Met Your Mother and previously appeared on Grey's Anatomy (Prism Award), Law & Order: CI, and starred in the Hallmark movie An Accidental Friendship (NAACP Nom.). Recently he starred in the new play Fetch Clay, Make Man, directed by Des McAnuff, which will open on Broadway next year. Tickets are $45-$50 and are available at THE TOWN HALL box office and 800-982-2787 orwww.ticketmaster.com .

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S - FINAL 2 NIGHTS

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: THE FUNNY JAZZ CHICKS "DIVE" INTO THE BLUES AT PORT 41

NYC: THE FUNNY JAZZ CHICKS "DIVE" INTO THE BLUES?

Starting on Friday, February 11th, Joan Crowe and Sue Matsuki will be performing every Friday night at PORT 41 (355 West 41st Street, NYC - 212-244-4408) from 9:00 pm to 1:00 am). The pair will be singing whatever they feel like: A mix of blues, rock, pop, jazz, country, swing, even a tragic ballad or two. They have a great band with to back them up: Janice Freedman at the piano, Joe Henderson on Guitar, Jeff Phillips on Bass, Keith Crupi on drums. Plus, the lovely Barmaids wear Bikinis! The club is located just off Ninth Avenue just a few feet from the Port Authority Building and features live music several nights a week. There is no cover charge.

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NYC: A NIGHT WITH MCNIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN TONIGHT

NYC: A NIGHT WITH MCNIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN

Powerhouse vocalist Sharon McNight is headed to NYC to sing the snow away! She will be appearing at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 on Thursday, February 17th at 7:00 pm; Friday, February 18th at 9:30 pm; and Friday, February 25th at 9:30 pm. Her show is a tutorial on everything that is good about the perfect night out, told in song and comments as only the inimitable Sharon McNight can. Includes many McNight audience favorites and A few surprises. The California native is a favorite with concert and cabaret audiences, and is known for her sardonic comedy style and wry comments plus an eclectic mix of songs from "Desperado" to the reenactment of "The Wizard of OZ." To many, her off-the-cuff ad libs and audience participation may be the most revered elements of any McNight show. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: SUNNY LEIGH IN "STRONG ENOUGH" AT THE TRIAD TONIGHT

NYC: SUNNY LEIGH IN "STRONG ENOUGH" AT THE TRIAD
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Sunny Leigh's new show Strong Enough will be performed at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) on Friday, February 18th at 7:00 pm and Sunday, February 27th at 2:00 pm. She is joined by Musical Director Barry Levitt and on Bass, Gary Haas; on Guitars, John Caban; on Drums, Anthony Pinciotti; and on Percussion, Myra Cassales. Sunny's show takes is a musical journey that features a combination of funk, rock, blues, R&B, and pop songs including many original songs. The aim of her show is to empower women of all ages to get what they deserve: love, admiration and respect. Sunny asks the big questions: Are you strong enough to resist temptation? Are you strong enough to exercise? Are you strong enough to provide for your family? And she shows you if you're strong enough for everything that life has to throw at you. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.Order tickets at 800-838-3006 orhttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/140029

Thursday, February 17, 2011

JULIE REYBURN ADDED TO CAST OF THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

JULIE REYBURN ADDED TO CAST OF THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

Tickets are now on sale for the fourth annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA on Friday, March 4th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC), produced by Tom Stajmiger. There are only 75 seats (with 22 of them already sold). You are urged to act quickly to assure seating.
We're happy to announce that multiword winner Julie Reyburn has just been added to the cast for the show. Tracy Stark will serve as musical director for this year's show. Also in the cast are Sally Mayes (Broadway/cabaret star and Tony nominee); Laurel Masse (founding member of Manhattan Transfer, Bistro Award winner for Best Jazz Vocalist); Gabrielle Stravelli (Bistro Award Winner - Performer on the Rise); and Lucia Spina (Broadway: Legally Blonde, South Pacific, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Miserables) and Jim VanSlyke (Singer/Songwriter/ Voice Teacher). (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)
There is a $25 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE ($30 cover for non-members). A $15 food/drink minimum will be collected the night of the show - credit cards accepted. All tickets must be purchased online - no reservations will be taken by the club - no tickets will be available the day of the show or at the door.
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MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
PROMOTION IS SPONSORED IN PART BYMarty Geiger
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Sponsors will receive a free prime-seating ticket to the GALA plus a 1/4 page ad in the program booklet - a total value of $50, plus have their name/website included in all published promotional articles and mentions. Multiple sponsorships are possible - and you can choose to remain anonymous as well.
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CAN'T MAKE THE GALA? PROGRAM BOOKLET ADS AVAILABLE

For those who can't make it to the FOURTH ANNUAL MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA at the LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE on Friday, March 4th, you can still support the promotion by purchasing an ad in the program booklet - the price of a ticket ($25) gets you a quarter page, with a half page going for $40 and a full page for $75 (inside front cover and inside & outside back cover cost $100 each). To order an ad, and to see the sizes and specs, deadline for artwork, etc., just click here:

All ticket proceeds, program ads and sponsorship proceeds to go directly to support the MARCH IS CABARET MONTH promotion (which actually goes on all year), including posters and promotional post cards to be distributed all over the country as well as further development of the MARCH IS CABARET MONTH website and other cabaret centered promotional events all year long.
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NYC: JUDY COLLINS AT THE CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH MARCH 12TH

NYC: JUDY COLLINS AT THE CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH MARCH 12TH

The Carlyle Hotel has announced additional performers for the 2011 Winter/Spring season at the legendary THE CAFE CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600). Legendary singer-songwriter Judy Collins, opened a month-long engagement Tuesday, with performances Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:45 pm, through March 12th, with singer-songwriter Kenny White taking the stage for the late show at 10:45 pm on Saturday evenings. Ms. Collins musical director is Russell Walden. There is a $125-$175 cover Tuesdays through Thursdays, dinner required. On Fridays & Saturdays there is a $135-$185 cover, dinner required ($40 cover for the Saturday late shows).

NYC: THE GARY NEGBAUR GOES SOLO AT WALTZ-ASTORIA TONIGHT

NYC: THE GARY NEGBAUR GOES SOLO AT WALTZ-ASTORIA

Gary Negbaur will be performing a rare solo show of all original material at WALTZ-ASTORIA (23-14 Ditmars Boulevard, Astoria, NY - 718-956-8752 - /) on Thursday, February 17th at 9:00 pm. 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. There is no cover charge and a $10 drink minimum.

NYC: FEBRUARY CALENDAR GIRL - TALES of REVENGE & REGRET (A CLASSIC)

NYC: FEBRUARY CALENDAR GIRL - TALES of REVENGE & REGRET

Colleen McHugh presents her latest show of her monthly CALENDAR GIRL series, and this month she brings back TALES of REVENGE & REGRET at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Thursday, February 17th at 9:30 pm. Celebrate surviving another Valentine's Day with this award-winning collection of tunes (including songs by Christine Lavin, Weird Al Yankovic, Johnny Mercer, Cole Porter, Jimmy Webb and more), all about the kind(s) of love you never recover from.. She is joined by Chuck Larkin on piano. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: THE BEST OF JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY AT THE TOWN HALL TONIGHT

NYC: THE BEST OF JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY AT THE TOWN HALL
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

A variety show like no other, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, famous for its eclectic blend of top-notch talent, will burst from its regular Monday night home at BIRDLAND for a major benefit for BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929) on Thursday, February 17th at 8:00 pm. For this special show produced by Scott Siegel, new stars are being added almost daily. Flying in to perform will be Country Superstar Larry Gatlin of The Gatlin Brothers. Also in the cast, Broadway and Nightclub star Lucie Arnaz, Broadway legend Chita Rivera, Marilyn Maye, "Miranda Sings," Christopher Sieber, Sally Mayes, Hilary Kole, William Blake, Aaron Weinstein, Natalie Douglas, Klea Blackhurst, Rudi Macaggi, and the Dueling Fiddlers, with more TBA. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. The evening will be hosted by the multi-award winning Jim Caruso, with Billy Stritch at the piano, Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on drums. Tickets are $25, $50 & $75 and available from the TOWN HALL BOX OFFICE, TicketMaster.com or 800-982-2787.

NYC: "BROADWAY'S NEXT H!T MUSICAL" AT THE TRIAD EVERY THURSDAY

NYC: "BROADWAY'S NEXT H!T MUSICAL" AT THE TRIAD

On Thursday, February 10th at 9:00 pm, the MAC award-winning, "Broadway's Next H!T Musical" brings back the glitz and glam to the Upper West Side's THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) with New York's only unscripted theatrical awards show. The show continues every Thursday through April 21st. Taking suggestions from the audience, the cast of Broadway's Next H!T Musical brings to life an actual mock awards show, complete with made-up show tunes and genuinely witty banter, followed by the a performance of the evening's "Phony" Award Winning musical. Here is how it works: (1) The first act is a fancy award ceremony, spotlighting four of the year's "Best Musical" nominees (made up on-the-spot, based on audience-created song titles.) (2) The second act is the entire "winning" musical based on the audience favorite nominee from act one. This unscripted, fully improvised award show extravaganza is hosted by Greg Triggs and features an amazing cast including Robert Z. Grant, Kobi Libii, Deb Rabbai, Stefan Schick, Rob Schiffmann, Rebecca Vigil with Eric March and Andrew Resnick on piano. Broadway's Next H!T Musical is presented by Strategic Entertainment NYC in association with Ralph Buckley. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: A NIGHT WITH MCNIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN TONIGHT

NYC: A NIGHT WITH MCNIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

L.A.: TOM DiMENNA AS TELLY SAVALAS IN "WHO LOVES YOU, BABY?" AT THE GARDENIA

L.A.: TOM DiMENNA AS TELLY SAVALAS IN "WHO LOVES YOU, BABY?"

Tom DiMenna appears as Telly Savalas, in "Who Loves You, Baby?" at the THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 ) on Wednesday & Thursday, February 16th & 17th at 9:00 pm. Written by Hunter Nelson and directed by Taylor Negron, who met DiMenna at the Edinburgh Fringe two years ago, this show casts a comic light on Telly Savalas' strange grip on the culture of the 1970's in this resurrection of "Savalas the Interpreter of Love Songs," who has returned from heaven with his swaggering charisma to help the "cynical, bed-headed, twenty-somethings of today" re-connect to "That Lovin' Feelin'" that made Savalas, "The Golden Greek," and the era he embodied, so unique. Call for cover/minimum information.

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH GUESTS FROM CABARET

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA

Dana Lorge hosts "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" every week at 8:00 pm atIGUANA'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, February 16th, guests are Sharon McNight, Frank Basile, Adam Shapiro, Allegra, Lauren Robert, Laurie Krauz, Sue Matsuki, Judy Stadt, Danny Leary, Joey Infante, Helena Grenot, Jillian Laurain, Marianne Challis, and Sarah Hayes with Barry Levitt on keyboard, Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.

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NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S THROUGH SATURDAY

NYC: ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT BRINGS "WIDESCREEN' TO FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: KAT GANG AT THE PLAZA'S ROSE ROOM WEDNESDAYS

Kat Gang brings her unique vocal style to the ROSE ROOM OF THE PLAZA HOTEL(Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, NYC - 212-759-3000 every Wednesday at 9:00 pm, with a preview performance on February 16th and opening officially on Wednesday, February 23rd for an open-ended engagement. She will be singing Traditional Jazz Standards, Cole Porter, Gershwin and others from the Great American Songbook. Kat has a soul steeped in jazz. Born in Boston she began her music theory training as a teenager at Berklee and then fell in love with the energy of New York City and went on to gain her BFA from NYU. After that she continued studying music at the Royal Academy in London. Kat lived and worked singing jazz all over England for seven years. She has performed twice at the GRAMMY Awards with the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, has acted in various feature-length independent films, and currently is back in New York performing frequently and exploring the depth of jazz fusion and improvisation with her versatile, extraordinary ear and voice. The Rose Room has a policy of no cover or minimum for its music, fabulous cocktails, wine and champagne.

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY TODAY: FREDDY COLE

NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: FREDDY COLE

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, February 16th and will feature Freddy Cole, Singer/Pianist with Randy Napoleon on Guitar and Elias Bailey on Bass. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $10 donation.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

A NEW "SUE'S VIEWS, REVIEWS & NEWS COLUMN JUST POSTED ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE

We just posted a new "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column by Sue Matsuki on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ - In her column of Tuesday, February 15th, Sue starts out with "lessons learned" - personal experiences and anecdotes that teach every performer some important things to remember. There are 3 reviews as well, one of a performer who will remain nameless.

The Monday issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE was sent out yesterday to our 2700+ subscribers (free) and is now posted on the website - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ . You can subscribe to this twice-weekly newsletter by simply sending an e-mail with the single word SUBSCRIBE in the subject line to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com - please include your name and city in the body of the email - for statistical purposes.

THREE IMPORTANT DATES:

Thursday, February 17th at 2:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) - There will be a memorial for the late Broadway/Cabaret Claiborne Cary. The date happens to be Claiborne's birthday. Claiborne Cary passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010 in Costa Mesa, California after suffering for several years with a form of Parkinsons disease at age 78. Several of her friends will be taking part, and letters from those who can't attend will be read. The event will also feature film clips of her performances. Please note: seating is limited and you must make a reservation via e-mail tocelebratingclai@aol.com

Saturday, February 26th at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 -http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) - CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE & SUE MATSUKI PRODUCTIONS presents "People You Should Know" - instructions for making reservations in today's "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE -http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ - be sure to call in your's today.

Friday, March 4th at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE, the 4th Annual MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA. Broadway/cabaret star and Tony nominee Sally Mayes has just been added to the cast, with more stars to follow. Tracy Stark has been chosen as musical director for this year's show. Also in the cast are Laurel Masse (founding member of Manhattan Transfer, Bistro Award winner for Best Jazz Vocalist); Gabrielle Stravelli (Bistro Award Winner - Performer on the Rise); and Lucia Spina (Broadway: Legally Blonde, South Pacific, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Miserables) and Jim VanSlyke (Singer/Songwriter/ Voice Teacher). (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.) Tickets are on sale now - limited seating - don't delay! TO ORDER TICKETS USING PAYPAL OR CHECK CLICK HERE:

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No reservations will be taken by the club - no tickets sold the day of the show - no tickets available at the door. You MUST order on line using the URL above.

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

STU

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Monday, February 14, 2011

L.A.: RICK'S PICKS SPECIAL SALON SHOW FEBRUARY 19TH - Tribute to Hugh Martin

I don't usually include events held in private residences in the listings or on the website because there is always the question of rights and royalties, and I am a stickler when it comes to songwriters being paid for their works (same goes to photocopying or faxing sheet music, when legal copies are available). But I will make an exception today because the event is for a good cause (THE ACTORS FUND) and the person honored by the event is Rick Starr, former manager of Hollywood Sheet Music, and one of the most beloved members of the Los Angeles music community.

Rick is in increasingly declining health. He's been in the hospital for several months now, facing a series of surgeries and complications that have him basically bedridden. Ever the cheerleader of the world's great songwriters, Rick has maintained a commitment to supervise a Salon Event called "Rick's Picks: A Tribute to Hugh Martin". The event will take place on Saturday, February 19th at 5:00 pm at a private home in Studio City, CA.

A galaxy of Cabaret favorites will perform the Hugh Martin Songbook: Andrea Marcovicci, Jason Graae, Brad Ellis, Shelly Markham, Barbara Minkus, Shelly Goldstein, and Dianne Fraser are among the celebrated singers who will be sharing their talents, and their love, for both Mr. Martin and Mr. Starr. Esteemed New York Pianist, Arranger and Vocal Coach Michael Lavine serves as Musical Director, and acclaimed Cabaret Director Clifford Bell, in collaboration with Rick, directs.

$20 donation includes refreshments. Get the exact location and make reservations by calling 323-769-6447.

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MAC PRELIMINARY PRELIMINARY BALLOT POSTED - AWAITING CORRECTIONS

MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets - http://www.macnyc.com/ ) has posted the preliminary preliminary ballot on their website and those who submitted nominations for a MAC AWARD are urged to check the list out to make sure the information listed is correct. Any errors discovered must be sent via e-mail to info@macnyc.com so corrections can be made before the preliminary ballots are mailed out for voting by the membership. Winners in the preliminary balloting will be voted on in the final ballot for this year's MAC AWARDS.

SALLY MAYES ADDED TO CAST OF THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

SALLY MAYES ADDED TO CAST OF THE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA

Broadway/cabaret star and Tony nominee Sally Mayes has just been added to the cast, with more stars to follow. Tracy Stark has been chosen as musical director for this year's show. Also in the cast are Laurel Masse (founding member of Manhattan Transfer, Bistro Award winner for Best Jazz Vocalist); Gabrielle Stravelli (Bistro Award Winner - Performer on the Rise); and Lucia Spina (Broadway: Legally Blonde, South Pacific, 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Les Miserables) and Jim VanSlyke (Singer/Songwriter/ Voice Teacher). (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.)

There is a $25 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE ($30 cover for non-members). A $15 food/drink minimum will be collected the night of the show - credit cards accepted. All tickets must be purchased online - no reservations will be taken by the club - no tickets will be available the day of the show or at the door.

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SPECIAL: MEMORIAL TO CLAIBORNE CARY THURSDAY 02-17 AT DON'T TELL MAMA

SPECIAL: MEMORIAL TO CLAIBORNE CARY THURSDAY 02-17 AT DON'T TELL MAMA

There will be a memorial for the late Broadway/Cabaret Claiborne Cary on Thursday, February 17th at 2:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ). The date happens to be Claiborne's birthday. Claiborne Cary passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010 in Costa Mesa, California after suffering for several years with a form of Parkinsons disease at age 78. Several of her friends will be taking part, and letters from those who can't attend will be read. The event will also feature film clips of her performances, including her Cabaret Convention performance of "Something Cool." Many clips are from Clai's own video's, including a TV special from 1966, TV commercials, and clips from her shows. Please note: seating is limited and you must make a reservation via e-mail to celebratingclai@aol.com

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CHI: "CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY IN THE PARK" WITH SHELLEY MacARTHUR

CHI: "CELEBRATE VALENTINE'S DAY IN THE PARK"
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Cabaret returns to Millennium Park in Chicago this winter with the second show of 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 returns on Monday, February 14th at 7:30 pm with Shelley MacArthur for a special Valentines Day Performance. She will be joined by quartet, led by Bradley Williams. The performance will coincide with the release of Shelley's first CD, "With Love, Shelley." The evening will be a combination of Romantic love songs and jazz, with her special guest David Edelfelt. 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. Tickets are $15 and are available by calling 312-742-8497 or by visitinghttp://www.millenniumpark.org/ .

NYC: THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1921 KICKS OF THE TOWN HALL'S BBTY SERIES TONIGHT

NYC: THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1921 KICKS OF BBTY SERIES

THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929) presents the 11th season of its acclaimed Broadway By The Year series, created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall on Valentine's Day, Monday, February 14th at 8:00 pm. Kicking off the 90th Anniversary of The Town Hall, the Broadway By The Year season will begin with THE BROADWAY MUSICALS of 1921, celebrating the great music that was performed the same year the historic building came to be,including The Follies, The Music Box Revues, The Scandals and more. The cast will include Broadway by the Year favorites Kendrick Jones (most recently seen starring in The Scottsboro Boys on Broadway), Christiane Noll and Bobby Steggert (Tony Nominated for their performances in Ragtime), and Jeffry Denman, who returns after directing, choreographing and starring in last summer's critically acclaimed All Singin' All Dancin'. Broadway by the Year takes the audience on a musical journey through the best of the Great White Way, featuring show-stopping numbers as well as lesser-known gems and little known facts and humor about our favorite shows. This season's shows will include the Broadway musicals of 1921, 1932, 1982 and 1997. Tickets are just $45, $50 and $55 and are available at The Town Hall Box Office or Ticketmaster, 800-982-2787 orhttp://www.ticketmaster.com/ .

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NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ AT METROPOLITAN ROOM FOR VALENTINE'S DAY

NYC: CRAIG POMRANZ AT METROPOLITAN ROOM FOR VALENTINE'S DAY
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

Craig Pomranz will return to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with his annual Valentine's Day show on Monday, February 14th at 9:00 pm. With a show that sings of enduring love, passion, lost love, lust Mr. Pomranz promises to produce as many laughs as sighs. The shows will include selections from his latest CD "More Than A Seasonal Thing". Musical Director is Stephen Bocchino. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: LIEVE & NEEDY SERIES: A VD KIND OF LOVE 2 TONIGHT AT MAMA'S

NYC: LIEVE & NEEDY SERIES: A VD KIND OF LOVE 2
A CABARET VALENTINE'S DAY EVENT

GRACIOUS, WHIMSEY AND VERVE PRODUCTIONS are proud to present the fifth in their Lieve & Needy series: A VD KIND OF LOVE 2 ... the romance continues on Monday, February 14th at 7:00 pm atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). Created by and starring Dezur Kenna (NEEDY), star of IN THESE SHOES and the downtown cult favorite ERIK AND THE SNOWMAIDENS and Eric Johnson (LIEVE) original Broadway casts of ME AND MY GIRL, CHESS and ASPECTS OF LOVE, the series debuted on February 14, 2010 with Lieve & Needy's A VD KIND OF LOVE. Each show features the effervescent singing duo of Lieve Laurence & Needy Torme, who hail from the (fictitious) town of Millerville, South Dakota. They are fervently supported (on more the just her piano) by their accompanist, "Miss Em" - Millerville's leading church organist. She is glowingly portrayed by none other than the real Emily Fellner (Musical Director), of DIRTY MAC AND THE BUMPER CROP BOYs and PURE PIAF fame. Each Lieve & Needy show commemorates a special day on the calendar and is performed only once. The series premier, A VD KIND OF LOVE was followed in June 2010 by A TREE GROWS IN MIDTOWN, A Celebration of Arbor Day, in August with STOP WAITING TO EXHALE: Embracing National Relaxation Day and November saw OUT OF THE RUNNING AND OUT OF OUR WAY, A Tribute to the New York City Marathon. Each show features an extensive line-up of songs, stories and special audience giveaways which highlight the chosen theme. A VD KIND OF LOVE 2 ...the romance continues is their inaugural show for 2011. Later this year, in addition to continuing their calendar celebration canon, Lieve & Needy will launch their new web series - MILLERVILLE, SD - coming soon to a monitor near you!! (http://www.lieveandneedy.com/ ). There is a $14 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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