CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG: 12/18/11

Saturday, December 24, 2011

NYC: RONNY WHYTE CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE KITANO

NYC: RONNY WHYTE CHRISTMAS EVE AT THE KITANO

The Ronny Whyte Trio, featuring Boots Maleson on Bass and David Silliman on Drums, will perform atTHE KITANO HOTEL'S GARDEN CAFE (66 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-885-7119) on Christmas Eve, Saturday December 24th with sets 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. This will be their 4th Christmas Eve at the Kitano. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) is proud to announce the return of "A Swinging Birdland Christmas," starring Birdland regulars Klea Blackhurst, Jim Caruso and Billy Stritch for 7 performances, Tuesday through Sunday, December 20th through 25th at 6:00 pm (Sunday at 7:00 & 10:00 pm. In the tradition of beloved seasonal specials, Blackhurst, Caruso and Stritch will perform swinging arrangements of "Christmas Waltz," Kay Thompson's "Holiday Season," "Sleigh Ride," and "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" among other favorites. The singers will be joined by the Birdland Jazz Quartet. Klea Blackhurst can currently be seen on television, featured as Shelby Cross, former prosecutor and hypercritical pundit on the new IFC Channel comedy series, "The Onion News Network." Jim Caruso recently made his Broadway debut alongside Liza Minnelli in the Tony Award-winning smash hit Liza's At The Palace!, singing, dancing and celebrating the music and arrangements of the late, great Kay Thompson and the Williams Brothers. For his nightclub work, Caruso has won six MAC and two BackStage Bistro Awards for his sold-out New York shows at Birdland, the Algonquin Hotel, and Arci's Place. Billy Stritch is one of the premier singer-pianists on the New York and national jazz and cabaret scene. His most recent nightclub act "Billy Stritch sings the Mel Torme Songbook" earned rave reviews from the New York music critics. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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SW: GRENADINE MCGUNKLE'S DOUBLE-WIDE CHRISTMAS! CLOSES TONIGHT

SW: GRENADINE MCGUNKLE'S DOUBLE-WIDE CHRISTMAS! CLOSES TONIGHT

A high camp holiday musical extravaganza featuring the comedy troupe Running With Scissors will be performed Fridays & Saturdays, December 2nd through 24th at 7:00 pm at ONE EYED JACKS (615 Toulouse Street, New Orleans, LA - 504-606-9903) [The Mystic Krewe of Satyricon will host the opening performance on Friday, December 2nd. For tickets to that show only, please call 504-525-4498] After a two-year hiatus, Running With Scissors is moseying back to the Everlasting Arms Motor Park for another heaping helping of holiday hijinks in Grenadine McGunkle's Double-Wide Christmas! It's seven o'clock on Christmas Eve, and the unofficial queen of the trailer park, Grenadine McGunkle (Dorian Rush), is running around like a chicken with her head cut off. Company's due to arrive in less than an hour for Grenadine's interfaith potluck barbecue, and our poor little ol' gal hasn't even started the green bean casserole yet! Grenadine McGunkle's Double-Wide Christmas features: Dorian Rush as Grenadine McGunkle, maven of the motor park ; Elizabeth Pearce as Madge McGillicuddy, nicotine aficionado and accompanist; Lisa Picone & Ashley Ricord as Crystal & China, alleged entertainers; Bob Edes Jr. as Mailman Johnny Shoemake, who delivers the mail ; Jack Long as Helen Highwater, a girl who should really know better; Brad Caldwell as Punkin, a confirmed bachelor; Brian Peterson as Gladys Finkelstein, everyone's favorite neighbor. Tickets are $20.

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FL: AARON WEINSTEIN AT THE ROYAL ROOM - CLOSES TONIGHT

FL: AARON WEINSTEIN AT THE ROYAL ROOM

Aaron Weinstein makes his Colony debut at THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Tuesday through Saturday, December 20th through 24th with shows at 8:30 pm. Aaron Weinstein is quickly earning a reputation as one of the finest jazz violinists of his generation. As a featured soloist, he has performed at Carnegie Hall, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Wolftrap Center for the Performing Arts, Birdland, Blue Note the Iridium, and abroad at jazz festivals in England, France, Switzerland, Iceland, and Israel. Mr. Weinstein performed and recorded with an array of jazz icons including: Les Paul, Bucky Pizzarelli, John Pizzarelli, Scott Hamilton, Dick Hyman, Dave Frishberg, Ken Peplowski, Houston Person, Jon Hendricks and Annie Ross. He has written arrangements for artists including Janis Siegel, Michael Feinstein, Billy Stritch, and Hilary Kole, is a New York Nightlife Award winner and recent graduate of the Berklee College of Music where he was awarded a full four-year talent-based scholarship. There is a $60 cover. 3-course prix fixe dinner available at $55, as well as an a la carte menu.

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NYC: FREDDY COLE AT BIRDLAND THIS WEEK - CLOSES TONIGHT

NYC: FREDDY COLE AT BIRDLAND THIS WEEK - CLOSES TONIGHT

Freddy Cole (Piano/Vocals) will be appearing at BLUES ALLEY (1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC - 202-337-4141) Tuesday through Saturday, December 20th through 24th, with performances at 9:00 & 11:00 pm. Cole doesn't apologize for sounding like his brother, Nat "King" Cole. There are certain unmistakable similarities. He plays piano and sings and performs live with guitar and upright bass, just like Nat. Yet his voice is raspier, smokier, jazzier even. But he has emerged from the awesome shadow cast by his elder brother. In truth, his phrasing is far closer to that of Frank Sinatra or Billie Holiday than that of his brother and his timing swings a little more. Cole's career continues to ascend as he has moved into the front ranks of America's homegrown art form with a style and musical sophistication all his own. There is a $30-$40 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: THE NATE BIRKEY QUARTET AT 55 BAR CHRISTMAS EVE

NYC: THE NATE BIRKEY QUARTET AT 55 BAR CHRISTMAS EVE

The Nate Birkey Quartet (Nate Birkey - trumpet, vocals; Mark Soskinl, piano; Bill Moring, bass; Tim Horner, drums) will perform as special Holiday Show from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on Saturday, 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, 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.

NYC: NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH MARLENE VERPLANCK & JOE LOCKE

NYC: NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH MARLENE VERPLANCK & JOE LOCKE
CABARET CELEBRATES NEW YEAR'S EVE

Marlene Verplanck with The Diva Jazz Trio will perform on New Year's Eve, December 31st at THE KITANO HOTEL'S GARDEN CAFE (66 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-885-7119) and at the same time, the great vibraphonist, Joe Locke, will be performing upstairs in THE KITANO HOTEL'S BAR & LOUNGE. Both Marlene and Joe will be performing the most romantic songs all night to keep everyone in a very festive mood. A single cover/minimum allows you to roam both venues all night, with a champagne toast at midnight. There is a $95 cover and $25 minimum (covers both rooms).

Friday, December 23, 2011

NYC: VINTAGE JAZZ HOLIDAY CONCERT AT SMALL'S TONIGHT

NYC: VINTAGE JAZZ HOLIDAY CONCERT AT SMALL'S

Donald Schaffer Entertainment in association with Ward Morehouse III presents The Lapis Luna Six with a special Holiday Concert at SMALL'S JAZZ CLUB (183 West 10th Street, NYC) on Friday, December 23rd from 7:30 to 9:45 pm. The band is made up of Shawn Aileen Clark on vocals, John Merrill on guitar, Chris Pistorino on bass, Dan Blankinship on trumpet, Tom Beckham, vibraphone on Brian Floody on drums and percussion. There is a $20 cover.

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS" THROUGH SUNDAY

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER: STILL BAD, STILL BLUE (FINAL SHOW THIS SERIES)

NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER: STILL BAD, STILL BLUE (FINAL SHOW THIS SERIES)

Baby Jane Dexter's brand new show, Still Bad, Still Blue debuts at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for eight performances only, beginning Friday, November 25th and running on consecutive Fridays & Saturdays through December 23rd (there will be no performance December 2nd). Sharing the stage will be her respected musical partner Ross Patterson. Elissa Patterson serves as artistic consultant. Still Bad, Still Blue is another powerful, inspiring and light-hearted potpourri of unique songs and arrangements given Ms. Dexter's one of a kind haunting spin. The show features an eclectic song list including gems by the likes of Jimmy McHugh & Dorothy Fields, Abbey Lincoln, Clyde Otis, Bessie Smith, Irma Thomas, Stephen Sondheim - and many more. This new show will contain some potent musical moments along with her trademark blend of profound and artistically whimsical bon mots. Critics and peers have honored her through the years and she has received six major MAC Awards, two Nightlife Awards and two Back Stage Bistro Awards. A veteran of legendary clubs like Reno Sweeney and The Ballroom, Ms. Dexter has performed at all the major New York venues and throughout the country over the years. As always, Baby Jane challenges as much as she inspires. That is the hallmark that has sustained her extraordinary night club career. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Thursday, December 22, 2011

SF: KIM NALLEY WITH TAMMY HALL & SPECIAL GUESTS

SF: KIM NALLEY WITH TAMMY HALL & SPECIAL GUESTS

Kim Nalley with Tammy Hall & Special Guests will present "A Gospel Christmas" at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 ) on Thursday & Friday, December 22nd & 23d at 8:00 pm. 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 Josh Workman (guitar), Jeff Chambers (electric bass) and Kent Bryson (drums). Several special guest and a few sing-a-longs in at this rollicking joyous concert are anticipated. There is a $35 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: NEW WEEKLY SHOW FROM SCOTT SIEGEL "THE BROADWAY HOOTENANNY"

NYC: NEW WEEKLY SHOW FROM SCOTT SIEGEL "THE BROADWAY HOOTENANNY"

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) presents "THE BROADWAY HOOTENANNY," a new weekly show produced, created and hosted by Scott Siegel in an open-ended run on Thursdays at 11:00 pm (except the 1st Thursday). Jesse Kissel serves as Musical Director. THE BROADWAY HOOTENANY will offer approximately four different stars each week who will sing Broadway's greatest songs. Appearing this week will be Tony Award Winner Alice Ripley (Next To Normal), Joan Almedilla (Miss Saigon), Drama Desk Nominee Christina Bianco (Forbidden Broadway, Newsical: The Musical), and more!s There is a $15-$25 cover plus a 1-drink minimum.

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NYC: MARIEANN MERINGOLO "IN THE SPIRIT" AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

MAC & Bistro Award Winning Vocalist Marieann Meringolo will bring her Annual Holiday Show "In The Spirit" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Thursday, December 22nd at 7:00 pm. She is joined by her trio: Doyle Newmyer, Musical Director/Piano, Boots Maleson on Bass and Brian Woodruff on Drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: VINTAGE JAZZ AND CLASSICAL SWING MUSIC THURSDAYS

NYC: VINTAGE JAZZ AND CLASSICAL SWING MUSIC THURSDAYS

Donald Schaffer Entertainment in association with Ward Morehouse III presents The Lapis Luna Quartet with Vintage Jazz and Classical Swing Music every Thursday night from 8:30 to 11:30 pm at the ROSE ROOM OF THE PLAZA HOTEL (Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, NYC - 212-759-3000) in an open-ended run. Lapis Luna brings you the captivating jazz of the 1930s, '40s, and '50s with a classical glittering sound. Standards, enchanting ballads, obscure swing-era gems, and vintage melodies the way they were meant to be heard: vibrant, funny, romantic, and cool. The band is made up of Shawn Aileen Clark on vocals, John Merrill on guitar, Chris Pistorino on bass, and Brian Floody on drums and percussion. There is no cover, but there are marvelous drinks and champagne. Reservations recommended.

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: A MOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: A MOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS AT THE BEECHMAN

A MOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS, poet/security guard Molly "Equality" Dykeman's first Christmas variety show will be performed at the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE(407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursday, December 22nd at 7:30 pm. The show poses three main questions: Will Molly be able to muck her way through musical numbers, choreography, and a glittering array of guest stars in the Percocet-fogged haze that is her mind? Will Molly finally land the lady ... or ladies ... of her dreams? Will the chef at the Laurie Beechman Theatre agree to serve her beloved nachos? There is an $18 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Order tickets at http://www.spincyclenyc.com/ or 212-352-3101.

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

SF: SHARON McNIGHT'S TWISTED XMAS; A DRUID'S VIEW OF THE HOLIDAYS

SF: TWISTED XMAS; A DRUID'S VIEW OF THE HOLIDAYS

Sharon McNight takes an irreverent look at the traditions of the season in her show "Twisted Xmas; A Druid's View Of The Holidays" at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Wednesday, December 21st at 8:00 pm. Over the past decades, during the holidays, while Debby Boone touted a "White Christmas" and Bruce Vilanch roasted his chestnuts over an open fire, Sharon McNight offered an alternative choice from the expected songs. She has stockpiled myriad and outrageous, wacky musical commentaries on the 12 days of everything from Santa, Jesus, Teddy Bears, Elves, Snow, and of course ... Bette Davis. There is a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: JERRY COSTANZO AND HIS TRIO AT FEINSTEIN'S

NYC: JERRY COSTANZO AND HIS TRIO AT FEINSTEIN'S

Saxophonist Andy Farber joins Jerry Costanzo and His Trio (Tedd Firth; Piano, Jennifer Vincent; Bass, Jimmy Madison; drums) at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) on Wednesday, December 21st at 10:30 pm. Andy Farber is an award winning jazz composer, arranger and saxophonist and has spent years performing with the likes of Jon Hendricks and Wynton Marsalis. Since 1994, Farber has been part of the Jazz at Lincoln Center stable of writers and performers. Through Jazz at Lincoln, Farber has toured with the Jazz at Lincoln Orchestra, written originals compositions and arrangements and been a guest artistic director. His work as an arranger, conductor and instrumentalist can be heard on numerous recordings, commercials and television/film scores. There is a $20 cover plus $6 service charge plus a 1-drink minimum.

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NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH SPECIAL GUESTS

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). This week's event, on Wednesday, December 21st, features guest performers are Gil Benson, Carrie Jackson, Warren Schein, Gary Crawford, Sarah Rice, Corky, Joan Jaffe, Tony Middleton, Nancy Redman-Comedienne, Lauren Robert, Bobbie Horowitz, Sunny Leigh, Jillian Laurain, Jenny Litt and David Alfer with Barry Levitt on piano, Saadi Zain on bass, Howie Gordon on drums. There is a $13 cover, no minimum.

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

NYC: KAT GANG CONTINUES 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, 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: GABRIELLE STRAVELLI MAKES HER FLUTE BAR DEBUT

NYC: GABRIELLE STRAVELLI MAKES HER FLUTE BAR DEBUT

Vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli will perform for the first time at THE FLUTE BAR (40 Rast 20th Street, NYC - 212-529-7870), on Wednesday, December 21st from 8:00 to 11:00 pm. The Flute has an amazing selection of Champagnes, as well as full bar and light food. The room is warmed by a fireplace and has an intimate, but chill atmosphere. There is no cover, no minimum.

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: "JOSHING AROUND" AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC: "JOSHING AROUND" AT THE BEECHMAN

What happens when TWO Josh's are mysteriously booked with the same show on the same night? You'll find out when THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) presents "JOSHING AROUND" starring Joshua Warr (MAC Award Nominee) & Joshua Desjardins (MAC Award lover), on Wednesday, December 21st at 7:00 pm. Karen Musey is special guest, with Musical Direction by Dan Micciche. The show is directed by Tony Bradford. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: RICKY RITZEL & DARYL GLENN AT THE MET

NYC: A RITZMAS DARYL AT THE MET

Just in the 'Nick' of time, cabaret legend Ricky Ritzel and cabaret legend (in his own mind) Daryl Glenn are back (for the very first time!) at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) with their timeless and timely smash-up of two classic musical versions of "A Christmas Carol" on Wednesday, December 21st at 9:30 pm. They are joined by newcomer Alison Nusbaum. Join these crazy kids as they warble their way through every single marvelous song (except that one dreadful one, which they cut!) from Leslie Bricusse's "Scrooge" and Jule Styne and Bob Merrill's "Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol". There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

Tuesday, December 20, 2011

SF: TWISTED XMAS; A DRUID'S VIEW OF THE HOLIDAYS WITH SHARON McNIGHT

SF: TWISTED XMAS; A DRUID'S VIEW OF THE HOLIDAYS

Sharon McNight takes an irreverent look at the traditions of the season in her show "Twisted Xmas; A Druid's View Of The Holidays" at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) on Tuesday & Wednesday, December 20th & 21st at 8:00 pm. Over the past decades, during the holidays, while Debby Boone touted a "White Christmas" and Bruce Vilanch roasted his chestnuts over an open fire, Sharon McNight offered an alternative choice from the expected songs. She has stockpiled myriad and outrageous, wacky musical commentaries on the 12 days of everything from Santa, Jesus, Teddy Bears, Elves, Snow, and of course ... Bette Davis. There is a $30 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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L.A.: UPRIGHT CABARET'S 6TH ANNUAL BROADWAY CHRISTMAS REVUE

L.A.: UPRIGHT CABARET'S 6TH ANNUAL BROADWAY CHRISTMAS REVUE

This holiday season, Upright Cabaret will transform the CATALINA BAR & GRILL(6725 West Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-2210 ) into a wonderland of song celebrating Upright Cabaret's 6th Annual Broadway Christmas Revue on Tuesday, December 20th, with shows at 8:00 & 10:00 pm! Experience the artistry of Upright's finest performers as they don their gay apparel to interpret some of your favorite holiday classics in the coziest upscale venue in Los Angeles. With performances by Tony Award-nominated Broadway star Sam Harris (The Life, The Producers), Lesli Margherita (Zorro), Jake Simpson (Star Search Grand Champion), Kelli Provart (Aida), Carla Renata (The Life, Avenue Q), Arielle Jacobs (In The Heights), Will Collyer (Big) and Jim Holdridge (Life Could Be A Dream) with Christina Ballestero, Matthew Ballestero, Erin Dowling, Sheila Karls, Karissa Noel, Caitlin O'Brient, Danielle Sadd and more. American Idol stars Diana DeGarmo (Hairspray, Hair, 9 to 5) and Ace Young (Hair, Grease) are set to guest host for both shows. There is a $25 cover and up. More information at http://www.UprightCabaret.com/ .

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FL: AARON WEINSTEIN AT THE ROYAL ROOM THROUGH SATURDAY

FL: AARON WEINSTEIN AT THE ROYAL ROOM

NYC: FREDDY COLE AT BIRDLAND THIS WEEK

NYC: FREDDY COLE AT BIRDLAND THIS WEEK

NYC: THE WISHBONE PROJECT CD RELEASE AT IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB

NYC: THE WISHBONE PROJECT CD RELEASE AT IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB

The Wishbone Project, a newly formed quintet led by Kat Gang and Nate Mayland, will perform at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Tuesday, December 20th at 10:00 pm. Kat and Nate, who have discovered in each other the rare gem of inspiration have created a distinct sound by exploring the unique blend of the trombone and voice. The similar range and crystal timbre of both allow for either to take the lead while the other complements, or for the two of them launch into fiery harmonized bebop lines. Their songs are lyrical and reminiscent of jazz standards, yet are full of modern elements that life and performance in NYC has infused in them. Kat Gang 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. Kat lived and worked singing jazz all over England for seven years. A native of Chicago via Madison, Wisconsin, Nate Mayland has been freelancing as a trombonist and composer in NYC since 2001. Sharing the stage and studio with such diverse artists as Bernadette Peters to Southside Johnny and The Asbury Jukes, from Harry Connick, Jr. to Eddie Santiago, from South Pacific to The Chico O'Farrill Jazz Orchestra, his ear for harmony and melody has been shaped into an edgy yet reverent tool with which he returns to the world all that he has absorbed. There is a $25 cover cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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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 2-drink minimum.

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: BLACKHURST, CARUSO & STRITCH "A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS"

NYC: SINGER/SONGWRITER CAROL MCCANN AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: SINGER/SONGWRITER CAROL MCCANN AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Singer/songwriter Carol McCann returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for one night only on Tuesday, December 20th at 7:00 pm to celebrate the holiday season. She is joined by long-time music director, John DiPinto, vocalist Mary Foster Conklin, bassist Stefan Held and percussionist Greg Landes for a set of original songs, holiday ditties, McCann classics, various wry observations,oodles of love and her almost-famous annual holiday Chia Pet raffle. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN WITH BOTH SIDES NOW - MEMBER DISCOUNT - $8 OFF THE COVER

NYC: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN WITH BOTH SIDES NOW
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $8 OFF THE COVER

Gretchen Reinhagen brings her new show BOTH SIDES NOW to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Tuesday, December 13th at 7:00 pm; Sunday, December 18th at 6:00 pm; and Tuesday, December 20th at 7:00 pm. The show is directed by Barry Kleinbort. Musical Director is Tracy Stark. "Both Sides Now" explores the two sides of Gretchen's musical career to date: the gems of the Musical Comedy world, such as songs from her award winning tribute to Kaye Ballard (including material not previously performed for New York audiences), as well as more contemporary and/or rock/blues tunes, such as those from her MAC nominated cover of Janis Joplin's "Pearl" album. The show will also feature a significant amount of new material for Reinhagen, including an original song from Musical Director, Tracy Stark, and of course the iconic title song, written by Joni Mitchell. Reinhagen calls this show "Side A and B of the record." There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $12 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

Monday, December 19, 2011

A NEW COLUMN BY SUE MATSUKI IS NOW POSTED ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE

I just posted a lot of new pages on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website - http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ - including a new "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column from our reviewer Sue Matsuki. In today's column, Sue writes about the low attendance lately at many NYC cabaret events. She has 3 "non-reviews" - shows she has seen but she is too closely related to the performers to give a "real review". She recommends some shows coming up over the next few weeks, and has some great news about several cabaret events she and MATSUKI PRODUCTIONS are presenting in NYC and Connecticut.

I also added today's issue of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE newsletter, with some special news about the BISTRO & MAC ARARDS and more tips, updates and cabaret talk. I also have a brief review of the past year in cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) including some special highlights of 2011.

Our 1/2 price SUPERSIZE banner ad sale continues - Normally a SUPERSIZE BANNER on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website would cost $50 per week but through Saturday, February 25th we are offering two weeks of banner display for the cost of one! $50 for the first 2 weeks and additional continuous weeks at $25 per week (no other discounts apply, must be paid in full using PAYPAL before banner can start, price does not include design of banner). See all the details, restrictions and rules at http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/BannerDiscounts.shtml

Can't afford a banner right now, even at this special price? Make sure you send me a press release at stuhamstra@svhamstra.com in any case - there is no charge for a listing on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website and in the newsletter - see http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretEventListing.shtmlfor shows already listed.

Questions? Press Releases? Send them to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com

Wishing you a blessed Christmas and a prosperous and healthy New Year!

STU

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MW: CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH ROB DORN'S WONDERLAND

MW: CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH ROB DORN'S WONDERLAND

Chicago singer and actor, Rob Dorn, returns to THE WILMETTE THEATRE(1122 Central Avenue, Wilmette, IL - 847-251-7424) with the holiday concert "Rob Dorn's Wonderland" on Monday, December 19th at 7:30 pm. The fourth annual holiday event, "Rob Dorn's Wonderland" explores the holidays of the past through personal Christmas stories and a special tribute to the great Chicago holiday specials of the early 1960s. Rob Dorn will include songs from his CD aptly titled "Wonderland" including "Holly Jolly Christmas", "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch", "Winter Wonderland" and more. Musicians will be guitarist John Behling, bassist Beau Sample, with a special guest appearance by Hannah Dorn. Dorn has been working in the entertainment industry for more than twenty five years as an actor, vocalist, writer, director and producer. For several years, Rob produced and toured with the vocal group, "Three Hits and a Miss." Together they performed in sold out concert shows across the country in such prestigious venues as Carnegie Hall and the famed McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, California. Tickets are $20.

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NYC: "KIDDING ON THE SQUARE" WITH EMILY BERGL MONDAYS AT OAK ROOM

NYC: "KIDDING ON THE SQUARE" WITH EMILY BERGL MONDAYS AT OAK ROOM

Actress Emily Bergl be performing on Mondays at theTHE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331) with her cabaret, "Kidding on the Square" November 21st through December 19th at 7:30 pm with a surprise set of new songs each night. She will be accompanied by Jonathan Mastro, composer and musical director of the hit revival of "Our Town," directed by David Cromer. Ms. Bergl starred as Beth Young on ABC's "Desperate Housewives," and currently plays Tammi Bryant on TNT's "Southland." She most recently appeared on the New York stage in Nora Ephron's "Love, Loss and What I Wore," and in Second Stage's "Becky Shaw," and has starred in several Broadway productions. "Kidding on the Square," directed by Sarna Lapine, is a vintage cabaret told from the perspective of a modern girl. Drawing upon her work as an actress, Ms. Bergl creates a variety of colorful characters to bring the elegant melodies of the 1920's and 30's to life, blending classic hits from Noel Coward to Fats Waller with modern favorites from Madonna to the Scissor Sisters. Call for cover/minimum information.

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NYC: FIERCE ROARS BACK TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: FIERCE ROARS BACK TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

The Imperial Court of New York and FIERCE! invite you to attend FIERCE! at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Monday, December 19th starting at 6:00 pm with cocktails and silent auction and show at 7:00 pm. Performers include Eric Michael Gillett, cabaret star with Broadway roles in Kiss Me Kate, Sweet Smell of Success and Frogs; Tituss Burgess, the original Sebastian in The Little Mermaid; Colman Domingo of Passing Strange and Scotsboro Boys; Rebecca Naomi Jones, American Idiot and Passing Strange; Curtis Wiley, The Lion King (Tour), Smokey Joe's Cafe, TUT (NYMF); Cabaret luminary Terese Genecco; Uraina Collazo; Jim Speake; Karen Thompson. And from the Imperial Court of New York: Chad Ryan (Beauty and the Beast, Phantom of the Opera), Witti Repartee, Philomena and Anya. Musical Director is Tracy Stark with Allison Miller on drums and Brian Shaw on saxophone. Emcee is Robin Kradles. There os a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. The show will benefit FIERCE!, a membership-based organization dedicated to LGBT and HIV related causes.

NYC: BRONWYN'S FROLICS FOLLIES GAIETIES VANITIES AND SCANDALS!

NYC: BRONWYN'S FROLICS FOLLIES GAIETIES VANITIES AND SCANDALS!

Bronwyn Rucker hosts "FROLICS FOLLIES GAIETIES VANITIES and SCANDALS" open-mic atIDO SUSHI (29 Seventh Avenue South, NY - 212-691-7177) every Monday night from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. On Monday, December 19th, Bronwyn will present co-host & Special Guest Michael Dionne, and Jerry Scott at the piano. Calling all singers, songwriters, actors, poets, comics, magicians, comics, madmen and lovers! 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: "ARE YOU WORKING ON SOMETHING NEW, TOO?"

NYC: "ARE YOU WORKING ON SOMETHING NEW, TOO?"
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

TNT Music presents "Are You Working On Something New, too?", the second edition of New Songs by New Writers to benefit BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS atDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, December 19th at 7:00 pm. The show will feature songs by Adam David Cohen, Andrew Zachary Cohen, Clare Cooper, Mark T Evans, Patrick Gallagher, William TN Hall, Kevin Hammonds, Matthew Hardy, Timothy Huang, Anna K. Jacobs, Eric Kubo, Kevin Laub, Paul Libman, Robert Maggio, Stuart McMeans, Jim Merritt, Steven Silverstein, Jennifer Stafford and Micah Young. They will be performed by Bianca Leigh, Tara Moran, Christopher Shyer, Brendon Stimson, Steven Strafford and Cassie Wooley. The series is co-ordinated by William TN Hall with musical direction by Mark T Evans. The show is directed by Adam Fitzgerald. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: "COSMO REPORT" TO BENEFIT BC/EFA

NYC: "COSMO REPORT" TO BENEFIT BC/EFA

FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Marianne Challis will be reprising her highly-accclaimed "COSMO REPORT: HOLIDAY EDITION" on Monday, December 19th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788). COSMO REPORT was produced originally at FEINSTEIN'S for four nights. Known as a sophisticated chanteuse with rib-tickling comedy chops, the self-styled 'middle-aged party girl' is joined by Musical Director/ Pianist Tedd Firth. The evening is directed by frequent collaborator Scott Barnes. Marianne, who began her career in musical theatre, has starred at the New York City Opera in "South Pacific" and Carnegie Hall's Sondheim Salute. As a cabaret artist Marianne has performed to sold-out crowds at The Royal Room in Palm Beach, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, Playhouse on the Green in Bridgeport, CT and at Feinstein's and The Metropolitan Room. She won a 2008 Bistro Award for Outstanding Female Vocalist.There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. All proceeds will go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS

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NYC: NICOLE HENRY AT THE METROOLITAN ROOM

NYC: NICOLE HENRY AT THE METROOLITAN ROOM

Nicole Henry returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Monday, December 19th at 9:30 pm. Nicole Henry has toured thirteen countries and released three international Top 10-selling jazz CDs. Her latest, The Very Thought of You, reached #7 on the U.S. Billboard Jazz Chart. Nicole's first two CDs climbed to #2 and #1 in Japan, earning her "Best New Jazz Artist" and "Best Vocal Jazz Album" HMV Awards. Born in Philadelphia, Nicole resides in Miami and has been singing jazz since 2002, receiving praise from publications such as NY Times, Billboard, Jazz Times, Japan Times and Jazz Hot France. She has performed with the Duke Ellington and Cab Calloway Orchestras and tour highlights include Jazz at Juan les Pins on the French Riviera, Air Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival, Nango & Tendo Jazz Festivals in Japan, and Lincoln Center and Feinstein's at Loews Regency in New York. There is a $60 cover. 3-course prix fixe dinner available at $55, as well as an a la carte menu.

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Sunday, December 18, 2011

NJ: MUSIC AT THE MANSION IN DECEMBER

The next installment of the "Music at the Mansion" series produced by NiCori Studios and Productions is happening on Sunday, December 18th at 3:00 pm atTHE OAKESIDE BLOOMFIELD CULTURAL CENTER(240 Belleville Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ - 973-429-0960). This month's performers include vocalist Annie Kozuch, Concert Pianist Carolyn Enger, and the singer/songwriter Rosemary Loar. These monthly events are hosted by Corinna Sowers-Adler. $10 cash cover at the door includes light refreshments.

NYS: THE ESPOSITO FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN MIDDLETOWN

NYS: THE ESPOSITO FAMILY CHRISTMAS CONCERT IN MIDDLETOWN

The annual Esposito Family Christmas Concert will take place this year on Sunday, December 18th, with performances at 2:00 & 5:30 pm atJOHN'S HARVEST INN (633 Route 17M, Middletown, NY - 845-343-6630). Nothing ushers in the holiday season quite like the annual Esposito Family Christmas Concert! Every year, Jenna, her father, Fortune, her sister, Kelly, Kelly's husband, Rob, and Rob's brother, Brian (how's THAT for a family show!) join together to celebrate the season with favorite carols and holiday tunes, and last year's concert was made all the more special by the debut of Charlie Broelmann, Kelly and Rob's son, on the drums! Now 4 years old, Charlie has been practicing all year, and can't wait to perform in this year's concert! $35 for dinner & show. Children under 5: FREE! Children 5-11: Pay their age for dinner buffet plus a $5 cover.

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": ALL HOLIDAY SONGS

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": ALL HOLIDAY SONGS
CABARET ON THE RADIO - ON THE 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 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. This Sunday, December 18th, David will another 2 hours of recorded songs and live & recorded interviews from the worlds of cabaret & Broadway. This week featuring ALL HOLIDAY SONGS. Some of the songs of the season that you will hear: "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" JUDY GARLAND; "My Favorite Things" CAROLE KING; "Last Christmas" THE PUPPINI SISTERS; "The Christmas Song" NAT KING COLE; "My Simple Christmas Wish" ALIX KOREY ; "Baby, It's Cold Outside" LIZA MINNELLI & ALAN CUMMING; "Always Christmas In New York" RONNY WHYTE; "What Child Is This" MAHALIA JACKSON ; "Ave Maria" LEONTYNE PRICE; "Surabaya Santa" KRISTINE ZBORNIK ; "It's Christmas And We're Jewish" KAREN BENJAMIN & ALAN CHAPMAN; "White Christmas" BING CROSBY; "All I Want For Christmas (Is My Two Front Teeth" ALVIN & THE CHIPMUNKS ; "Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep" MAUREEN McGOVERN; "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve" KAREN OBERLIN ; "Grateful" ART GARFUNKEL; And More! For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ . You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows to oldisnew@earthlink.net. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives at http://www.archive.wbai.org/

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