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Saturday, March 31, 2012

ONT: JAZZ CROONER ANDY DE CAMPOS AT HUGH'S ROOM

ONT: JAZZ CROONER ANDY DE CAMPOS AT HUGH'S ROOM

Toronto's own crooner Andy De Campos, has just announced his appearance at Toronto's famed HUGH'S ROOM JAZZ CLUB (2261 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ONT, CA - 416-531-6604) on Saturday, March 31st at 8:00 pm. Accompanied by Canada's finest little Big Band, The Seventet (Richard Whitehouse - piano, Tien Yeung - bass, Steve MacDonald - tenor sax and flute, Phil Skladowski - baritone sax and flute, Christopher Butcher - trombone, Howard Leathers - trumpet, Anthony Terpstra - drums), he'll lead a night of dinner and dance featuring music from Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Big Crosby, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole and all the other classic jazz favourites! The evening of great jazz standards tunes will include a special guest, Bruce Andrew Stewart, appearing as "The King". Andy De Campos is very much in demand in the Toronto music scene. He attributes his clear phrasing to Sinatra, his warm resonance to Nat King Cole, his prolonged breath control to Matt Monro and a styled huskiness to Bobby Darin. There is a $25 cover.

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NYC: PAMELA LUSS WITH HOUSTON PERSON MONTHLY AT THE MET

NYC: PAMELA LUSS WITH HOUSTON PERSON MONTHLY AT THE MET

A Monthly Saturday Series featuring Pamela Luss with Houston Person kicks off on Saturday, March 31st at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). The monthly series is titled "Just The Two of Us and Friends" and shows will vary each month. The show is called "All About Love." Blessed with a beautiful voice, remarkable timing, and sumptuous intonation, Pamela has enjoyed successful engagements - and drawn capacity crowds - in many of the top Jazz and Cabaret Clubs. Pamela began working with Houston Person in 2007. His famously beautiful saxophone tone had graced two of her previous three albums. The relationship continued and developed into her fourth album, Sweet and Saxy, which is a full-length collaboration between the younger singer and the veteran tenor saxophonist with Houston also as producer. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC AT MAMA'S IN MARCH - MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

NYC: HOLE-O-MATIC AT MAMA'S IN MARCH
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

MAC AWARD NOMINEE

Karen Mack & Michael Holland return with their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2011" All Request Show toDON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturdays, March 3rd, 10th, 24th & 31st at 8:00 pm. This is the show where the audience gets to pick the song list from hundreds available. Also featured are more road stories, ridiculous prizes, more mash-ups, more prizes, lots more new music, more insanity and custom cocktails. Join NYC musical comedy duo Mack and Holland as they bring their multi-award winning mix of harmony and humor to the best (and worst!) of past, present and future pop. From ABBA to Queen to Kylie, expect lush vocals and comic mayhem in what is always a spontaneous and one-of-a-kind musical experience!. There is a $20 cover, 2 drink minimum, no drink maximum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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Friday, March 30, 2012

NYC: CARY HOFFMAN'S "MY SINATRA," NOW AT SOFIA'S DOWNSTAIR'S

NYC: CARY HOFFMAN'S "MY SINATRA," NOW AT SOFIA'S DOWNSTAIR'S

Cary Hoffman turns his celebrated PBS Special into a very true, hilarious, and poignant one-man musical play about his love and idolization for his hero Frank Sinatra and the perils of wanting to become somebody else at SOFIA'S RESTAURANT at the EDISON HOTEL (221 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-719-5799) on Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30 pm; Saturdays at 8:00 pm; and Sundays at 3:00 pm through April 1st. Hoffman captivates the audience with his very personal journey of what it was like growing up fatherless with three musician uncles, who played on some of Sinatra's greatest recordings, turning Sinatra into a fantasy father. Hoffman authentically sings just like his hero, as he weaves over 20 classic Sinatra songs, creating a musical score about his lifelong obsession. There is a $60 cover.

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NYC: THE SARAH PARTRIDGE QUARTET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: THE SARAH PARTRIDGE QUARTET AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

The Sarah Partridge will perform for one night only on Friday, March 30th at 9:30 pm atTHE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440). Sarah has entertained audiences at many notable haunts on both coasts such as, New York's fabled Oak Room at The Algonquin Hotel, The Hideaway, Delmonico's, The Jazz Standard, Blues Alley in Washington, D.C. and L.A. jazz spots like Catalina's Bar & Grill, The Jazz Bakery Spazio, The Vic and the former Hollywood landmark, the Cinegrill. Until his death in early June of 1997, Sarah could often be found sharing the bandstand with her pal, legendary jazz giant, Doc Cheatham. She was a fixture at his Sunday afternoon jazz brunches at New York's Sweet Basil Restaurant. They also teamed at other local clubs such as Metropolis and New Jersey's, Trumpets. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: CHANNING IS TIPSY AT DIXON PLACE

NYC: CHANNING IS TIPSY AT DIXON PLACE

DIXON PLACE (161A Chrystie Street, NYC - 212-219-0736) presents "MargOH! Channing is Tipsy on Friday, March 30th at 9:30 pm. MargOH! is going off-off-off-Broadway by bringing her highly acclaimed drunkglama show downtown. "MargOH! Channing is Tipsy" is written and performed by drag superstar MargOH! Channing (BT Shea). The show deconstructs drag through storytelling, song, and drunkglama dysfunction. MargOH! reminisces about her family, gay lovers and the ups and downs of her career while tackling such subjects as rape, incest, race, political correctness, sexual orientation, the power of Liza and most of all survival. Tipsy features MargOH!'s long time Gayiance' MAN-ee Champagne (Jeff Catlow-Shea), Diamond Daquiri (Crystal Rona Peterson) as back up diva's, The MargOH!-tini's and the Jarad Astin Trio. The show is directed by Thom Fogarty. MargOH!'s hilarious stage shows and bombastic vocal stylings have become something of an event on the downtown scene and are always must-sees for her ardent fans. Tickets are $15 ($12 in advance)

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NYC: TOM VAUGHN MAKES HIS LAURIE BEECHMAN DEBUT MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

NYC: TOM VAUGHN MAKES HIS LAURIE BEECHMAN DEBUT
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER

Tom Vaughn debuts at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday, March 20th; Friday, March 30th; and Wednesday, April 11th, all shows at 7:00 pm. after debuting "Trail of Cheers" at the Metropolitan Room in January 2012. The evening features arrangements of standards and Broadway classics, folk-pop ballads and Tom's original music. Joining Tom is special guest, Broadway actress and MAC and Bistro Award winner, Raissa Katona Bennett. Musical Direction is by Jeff Cubeta. The band also features guitarist Chris Conly, Jacob Silver on bass and Mary Rodriguez on drums. Tom most recently portrayed the roles of "Sister Hubert" in NUNSENSE AMEN and "Miles Gloriosus" in A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM, produced by Fire Island Pines Arts Project. Additional regional credits include, Kiss me Kate, Rigoletto, and On the 20th Century. Tom's background vocals can also be heard on the Lucie Arnaz CD "Latin Roots" musically produced by Ron Abel and Lucie Arnaz. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

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Thursday, March 29, 2012

NYC: 2012 MAC AWARDS GALA TONIGHT AT BB KINGS

NYC: 2012 MAC AWARDS GALA TONIGHT AT BB KINGS
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT

MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) is proud to present THE 26TH ANNUAL MAC AWARDS: The Year Of The Songwriter at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB(237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144) on Thursday March 29th at 7:30 pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm). Hosted by Jason Graae, the event will honor Ervin Drake & David Friedman for Lifetime Achievement. Board of Directors Awards will be presented to Francesca Blumenthal, John Bucchino and Julie Gold. Performers and presenters already announced include Lucie Arnaz, Scott Barbarino, Kenny Bell, Anna Bergman, Liz Lark Brown, Mary Foster Conklin, Scott Coulter, Baby Jane Dexter, Natalie Douglas, Kevin Dozier, Bernie Furshpan, Terese Genecco, Kim Grogg, Sean Harkness, Thomas Honeck, Karen Mason, Sharon McNight, Julie Miller, Sidney Myer, Mark Nadler, Christine Pedi, Phil Ramone, Don Rebic, Julie Reyburn, Sarah Rice, Ricky Ritzel, Johnny Rodgers, Billy Stritch, KT Sullivan, Steven Ray Watkins, Lennie Watts, and Amy Wolk. Musical director will be Tracy Stark; stage manager is Amy Wolk. The show is directed by Lennie Watts. Produced by Julie Miller. For more information seehttp://www.macnyc.com/ .

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NYC: BUSTED: THE MUSICAL RETURNS TO THE LAURIE BEECHMAN - CLOSING NIGHT

NYC: BUSTED: THE MUSICAL RETURNS TO THE LAURIE BEECHMAN

Theatre Askew presents a return engagement of BUSTED: THE MUSICAL, written and performed by Bianca Leigh at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Thursdays, March 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th at 7:00 pm. Chicago meets TransAmerica in BUSTED: THE MUSICAL, actress Bianca Leigh's recounting of the events surrounding her arrest for alleged solicitation against the backdrop of the "Black Monday" stock market crash of 1987. While cooling her 6-inch heels in the clink awaiting arraignment, Bianca looks back at her past and tries to make sense of how a skinny Jersey boy with dreams of becoming a great Shakespearean actress ended up as a high-priced dominatrix. Directed by Theatre Askew artistic director Tim Cusack, BUSTED features original songs by Tony-winner Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q), Obie-winners Taylor Mac (The Lily's Revenge) and Ellen Maddow (The Talking Band), Jeff Domoto (Cornbury: The Queen's Governor), Super Buddha (Debbie Harry, Scissor Sisters), Matty Pritchard and Isam Rum (The Din), and William TN Hall. The production features musical direction by William TN Hall and costuming by Arthur Oliver. There is an $18 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: KIM SMITH AT CAFE SABARSKY TONIGHT

NYC: KIM SMITH AT CAFE SABARSKY

On Thursday, March 29th, Kim Smith will be returning to CAFE SABARSKY AT NEUE GALERIE (1048 Fifth Avenue, NYC - 212-288-0665) for a night of neo-Weimar blood-spattering and glitter flinging. Showtime is 9:00 pm (dinner served at 7:00 pm). With the wonderful Ji Young Lee at the piano, Kim will be exploring his signature mix of musical genres, featuring compositions by Kurt Weill, Friedrich Hollaender, Hans Eisler, and songs made popular by acts like The Supremes, Kylie Minogue, and Bjork, among many others. There is a $110 cover, which includes dinner.

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NYC: 2012 MAC AWARDS GALA AT BB KINGS TONIGHT - TICKETS AVAILABLE AT THE BOX OFFICE

NYC: 2012 MAC AWARDS GALA AT BB KINGS
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT

MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) is proud to present THE 26TH ANNUAL MAC AWARDS: The Year Of The Songwriter at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB(237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144) on Thursday March 29th at 7:30 pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm). Hosted by Jason Graae, the event will honor Ervin Drake & David Friedman for Lifetime Achievement. Board of Directors Awards will be presented to Francesca Blumenthal, John Bucchino and Julie Gold. Performers and presenters already announced include Lucie Arnaz, Scott Barbarino, Kenny Bell, Anna Bergman, Liz Lark Brown, Mary Foster Conklin, Scott Coulter, Baby Jane Dexter, Natalie Douglas, Kevin Dozier, Bernie Furshpan, Terese Genecco, Kim Grogg, Sean Harkness, Thomas Honeck, Karen Mason, Sharon McNight, Julie Miller, Sidney Myer, Mark Nadler, Christine Pedi, Phil Ramone, Don Rebic, Julie Reyburn, Sarah Rice, Ricky Ritzel, Johnny Rodgers, Billy Stritch, KT Sullivan, Steven Ray Watkins, Lennie Watts, and Amy Wolk. Musical director will be Tracy Stark; stage manager is Amy Wolk. The show is directed by Lennie Watts. Produced by Julie Miller. For more information seehttp://www.macnyc.com/ .

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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

F: RUSSELL THOMPKINS JR. & THE NEW STYLISTICS

F: RUSSELL THOMPKINS JR. & THE NEW STYLISTICS  

Russell Thompkins Jr. & The New Stylistics, with Kenneth R. Thompkins, Musical Director, will perform at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO(222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189) Wednesday through Friday, March 28th through 30th at 8:00 pm; Saturday, March 31st at 7:00 & 9:30 pm; and Sunday, April 1st at 7:00 pm. Russell's distinctive falsetto was the driving force and the backbone of the original Stylistics who garnered: 7 gold albums, 5 gold singles, 2 double gold singles, 8 platinum albums, 1 double platinum album, 4 platinum singles, a Grammy nomination in 1974 for "You make Me Feel Brand New," a plaque on the Walk of Fame in center city Philadelphia in 1974, as well as various awards and trophies from around the world. In May of 2004, they were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. There is a $42.50 - $47.50 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: BAY AREA JAZZ VOCALIST LISA LINDSLEY TO MAKE NEW YORK DEBUT


NYC: BAY AREA JAZZ VOCALIST LISA LINDSLEY TO MAKE NEW YORK DEBUT

Bay Area Jazz Vocalist Lisa Lindsley will make her NYC debut at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Wednesday, March 28th at 9:30 pm. She will be joined by pianist George Mesterhazy, who was also the arranger/accompanist on her 2011 debut CD, "Everytime We Say Goodbye". Also providing accompaniment are Brian Glassman on bass and John Mele on drums. Mesterhazy, a premier accompanist for singers (from Shirley Horn during the last several years of her life to, more recently, Paula West, Mark Murphy, and Rebecca Parris), offered impeccable support on Lindsley's CD. Recorded during the breakup of her marriage, Everytime We Say Goodbye reflects the currents of longing, melancholy, and fortitude running through her life at that time. In concert, Lisa brings vivacious energy to the stage, with a repertoire reflecting her resilience and rekindled exuberance. Lindsley may be a latecomer to jazz singing, but she has deep experience as an actress and possesses a natural flair for comedy. "I've Got a Lot of Livin' to Do" is a lively, persuasive showcase for all her gifts as a storyteller and a performer of the first order. There is a $15 cover cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

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 at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), every Tuesday night in February 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.

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NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS TO THE BEECHMAN IN 2012

NYC: JOAN RIVERS RETURNS TO THE BEECHMAN IN 2012

Comedy legend Joan Rivers returns with her her live stand-up act to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Tuesday, March 27th at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $45 and should be purchased at www.spincyclenyc.comor 212-352-3101. Rivers presents an evening of her newest and most outrageous riffs on Hollywood, pop culture, celebrities, reality TV and award show fashions. Rivers delivers a raunchy, politically incorrect evening of stand-up comedy. Pre-show, Lance Cruce entertains at the piano. A portion of the proceeds going to Joan Rivers' favorite charities: God's Love We Deliver and Guide Dogs for the Blind. A full dinner menu and bar are available. There is a $15 per person food/drink minimum.

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SF: FAITH PRINCE & JASON GRAAE AT THE RRAZZ

SF: FAITH PRINCE & JASON GRAAE AT THE RRAZZ

Faith Prince and Jason Graae will present their show "Best Of Friends - Best Of Times" at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) on Sunday, March 25th at 3:00 pm and Monday & Tuesday, March 26th & 27th at 8:00 pm. Alex Rybeck serves as Musical Director. Faith Prince has been dazzling Broadway audiences since she swept the theatre awards winning the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for her performance as Ms. Adelaide in the critically-acclaimed revival of Guys and Dolls. In 2008, she was nominated for Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Awards for A Catered Affair. Other Broadway credits include The Little Mermaid, Bells Are Ringing (Tony, DD, OCC noms), Nick & Nora (OCC Award), Jerome Robbins' Broadway (Tony, DD noms), Little Me, The Dead, Noises Off. Jason Graae has starred on and off-Broadway in "A Grand Night For Singing", "Falsettos", "Stardust", "Snoopy!","Forever Plaid", "Olympus on My Mind","Hello, Muddah, Hello Fadduh" (Drama Desk Nomination),etc. There is a $40 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Monday, March 26, 2012

NYC: CABARET CARES WITH TOM GAMBLIN, WARREN SCHEIN AND ROBERT GINO

NYC: CABARET CARES WITH TOM GAMBLIN, WARREN SCHEIN AND ROBERT GINO
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT

Cabaret Cares, which holds benefits Help Is On the Way Today, a non for profit organization that helps children and youth living with HIV and AIDS in New York City, will have it's next show on Monday, March 26th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). Tom Gamblin, Robert Gino and Warren Schein will lead a cast that includes friends Darron Cardosa, Mark Friedman, and Fran Leonardis. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: JANE MONHEIT SWINGS COLE PORTER'S ANYTHING GOES

NYC: JANE MONHEIT SWINGS COLE PORTER'S ANYTHING GOES

The Broadway at Birdland concert series presents jazz vocalist Jane Monheit, performing swinging new Mary Ann McSweeney arrangements of the beloved Cole Porter classic, Anything Goes atBIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Monday, March 26th at 7:00 pm. Broadway's Robert Creighton will be Jane's special guest. Monheit's stellar backup band for the evening includes Mary Ann McSweeney (bassist/arranger), Jim Ridl (pianist), Ted Nash (saxophone), Alvester Garnett (drums). Monheit is an extraordinarily gifted jazz vocalist whose sincere and romantic interpretations of exceptional songs has made her a favorite in both the jazz and cabaret worlds. Monheit has garnered numerous accolades in the past decade. Her first album, "Never Never Land," was voted top debut recording for over a year. Subsequent albums either charted high, or in several cases, debuted at number one, and yielded two Grammy nominations in the Best Instrumental Arrangement Accompanying Vocals category. Monheit has been celebrating the tenth anniversary of her remarkable recording career with her most mature, heartfelt album yet, "Home," a collection of standards that represents a passionate return to her roots as a jazz musician. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.

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NYC: DARYL SHERMAN AT DON'T TELL MAMA IN MARCH

NYC: DARYL SHERMAN AT DON'T TELL MAMA IN MARCH

Manhattan nightlife mainstay, singer/pianist Daryl Sherman will offer up her inimitable potpourri of songs romantic, quirky, topical, tropical, heart wrenching, hilarious and swinging at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Monday, March 26th at 7:00 pm. Sherman is internationally acclaimed for a stellar 14-year run at the Waldorf-Astoria where she played Cole Porter's Steinway. Last June, she headlined the annual Cole Porter Festival in his hometown of Peru, IN. Sherman has performed at The Algonquin's Oak Room, Feinstein's, Rose Hall with Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Dizzy's Coca Cola and 59E59 Theaters where she was lauded for her band singer role in a centennial tribute to Artie Shaw. As a sparkling mainstay of Manhattan's nightlife, there's hardly jazz joint, supper club, Chinese restaurant or hotel that Daryl has missed. Her many recordings are in regular national rotation on Cable TV's Music Choice and Sirius/XM Radio. She was presented the 2010 MAC Award "Best Major Recording" for her Johnny Mercer Centennial CD - which was used in a Mercer documentary produced by Clint Eastwood. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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NYC: BRONWYN'S "SHAKESPEARE SOIREE!" AT IDO SUSHI



Bronwyn Rucker hosts "FROLICS FOLLIES GAIETIES VANITIES and SCANDALS" 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, March 26th, Bronwyn will present another "Shakespeare Soiree!" with co-host Barbara Mundy, and Jerry Scott at the Piano. Shakespeare verse for all in the WillyTheShake and Speak Box! Take the Shakespeare challenge and relate your song or monolog to a Shakespearean character or theme! Theme this week: ROMEO AND JULIET, but any and all Shakespeare is perfect. 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: TIM DI PASQUA AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM TONIGHT

NYC: TIM DI PASQUA AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Award-winning singer/songwriter Tim Di Pasqua will be singing and playing other people's songs in a one-night-only concert benefiting THIRD EYE THEATRE COMPANY at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Monday, March 26th at 7:00 pm. Joining Tim will be Award-winning Bassist Michael Blanco. Well known for songs like YOU, I WANT TO GO HOME from his musical Synchronicity, Big Hairy Man, Maybe You Didn't Hear Me and his BACKSTAGE BISTRO Award winning ONE THING (Song of the Year) Tim will present an evening filled with some of his favorite songs from some of his favorite songwriters. From Stephen Sondheim to Stevie Wonder; from Joni Mitchell to Janet Jackson; from James Taylor to Jimmy Webb; from Brenda Russell to Billy Joel, Tim celebrates the night with songs and songwriters that have inspired him throughout the years. All proceeds will go to THIRD EYE THEATRE Co., a not-for-profit professional theater Tim helped create. Tim is an actor/singer/songwriter/pianist and the recipient of four Backstage Bistro Awards and The New York Nightlife Award for his group SOUTHERN COMFORT (with Tom Andersen and Scott Coulter). Tim has four recordings of his original songs including MONSTER UNDER THESE CONDITIONS, PURPOSE OF LOVE Volumes One and Two, THE TIM DI PASQUA SONGBOOK, and SYNCHRONICITY - A New Musical. THIRD EYE THEATRE has presented another show of Tim's NOTES ON NEW YORK - The Musicalized Observations Of Tim Di Pasqua, in 2007. Tim is also the Musical Director and Arranger for Jim Van Slyke's THE SEDAKA SHOW celebrating the music of Neil Sedaka. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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Sunday, March 25, 2012

SF: BIRD'S NEST JAZZ PRESENTS FRANK JACKSON

SF: BIRD'S NEST JAZZ PRESENTS FRANK JACKSON

BIRD'S NEST JAZZ at WATERPARK LOFTS (2875 Glascock Street #109, Oakland, CA - 510-534-6163) presents jazz in an intimate setting the last Sunday of the month from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Seating is first come, first served. On Sunday, March 25th, the club will present Mr. Frank Jackson, with Al Obidinski on Bass & Vince Lateano on Drums. In the tradition of Nat "King" cole, from bebop to ballads, and the finest in obscure gems from the Great American Songbook, all done in a swinging, tasteful and very smooth groove. $25 donation includes food & beverage. Call for directions.

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CHI: "DIVAS ARE PEOPLE TOO!" WITH CHARLENE BROOKS

CHI: "DIVAS ARE PEOPLE TOO!" WITH CHARLENE BROOKS

Charlene Brooks is the featured performer when the Leukemia Research Foundation Presents "DIVAS ARE PEOPLE TOO!" in a performance of Special Requests on Sunday, March 25th at 7:30 pm at STAGE 773 (1225 West Belmont Street, Chicago, IL - 773-327-5252). The event is sponsored by the members of the Wolff-Berger-Croft-Kolodny Chapter of the Leukemia Research Foundation. Charlene and her band will be performing he songs of Judy Garland, Liza, Edith Piaf, Aretha Franklin, Bette Midler, Linda Eder, Celine Dion, Gershwin, Barbra Streisand, Sondheim, Hamlisch, and Mel Brooks, and more. Order tickets ($35-$40-$50) at http://www.leukemia-research.org/Divas or at 847-424-0600.

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CHI: CCP CELEBRATES MARCH IS CABARET MONTH WITH "BROADWAY ON THE TWO'S!"

CHI: CCP CELEBRATES MARCH IS CABARET MONTH WITH "BROADWAY ON THE TWO'S!"
A MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENT

CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals) presents: "Broadway on the Two's! - The Great Story Songs from 1930-2010" at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on 4 Sundays in March, the 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th, all shows at 7:00 pm. Over 30 talented singers will perform America's favorite Broadway hits from years that end in "2". March 25th: 1992 & 2002 - Falsettos, Hairspray, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jelly's Last Jam. Musical Director: Dan Stetzel. Director: Jesse Pierce. Cast: Lili Anne Brown, Jeff Dean, Alma Mendoza, Kevin Wood, Melissa Young and several surprise guests! TICKETS: $15 Cover with 2-drink minimum. For more information, go to http://www.chicagocabaret.org/

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RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": NAT KING COLE

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": NAT KING COLE
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, March 25th, David will present another 2 hours of recorded songs and live & recorded interviews from the worlds of cabaret & Broadway, featuring the music of the Nat King Cole. Some of the songs from his career that you will hear: "Straighten Up And Fly Right"; Anna Sosenko's "Darling, Je Vous Aime Beaucoup"; "People" (Jule Styne/ Bob Merrill); "Unforgettable"; "Guess I'll Go Back Home" with George Shearing and more. For more information, seehttp://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 athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .

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NYC: MATT YEE'S OUTRAGEOUS ADULT SING ALONG SHOW HITS 42ND STREET

NYC: MATT YEE'S OUTRAGEOUS ADULT SING ALONG SHOW HITS 42ND STREET

Direct from Hawaii, Entertainer/ Artist/ Comedian Matt Yee brings his Outrageous Adult Sing Along Show to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, March 25th at 8:00 pm. He will have as Special guest Emilie Surtees. Her credits include The Billie Holiday Tribute, Dreamgirls The Musical Review, & several Gospel & Motown Reviews. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Advance tickets available for $20 athttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/230315


NYC: SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

NYC: SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) will present SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH, starting on Sunday, March 18th at 11:00 am (doors open at 10:30 am). On Sundays March 18th & 25th the club will present the Quentin Angus Quintet. The Quentin Angus Quintet was formed a year ago, after the members met at the 2011 Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Residency at the Kennedy Centre. Since then, they have toured Europe (including the 2011 'Jazz Hoeilaart Festival' {Belgium}), performed at countless venues in NYC, and recorded their debut, critically acclaimed album 'Retrieval Structure'. The albums compositions have been honored by the International Downbeat Magazine (2011), and ASCAP (2012). On-line reservation is $35.95 price/person includes brunch buffet plus one drink (Mimosa, Bellini, Bloody Mary) and free coffee & tea refills. ($45.95/person without reservations). RSVP BY THE FRIDAY BEFORE THE BRUNCH.

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NYC: SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH WITH GABRIELLE STRAVELLI

NYC: SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH WITH GABRIELLE STRAVELLI

Bistro Award winning vocalist, Gabrielle Stravelli, will be playing her weekly Sunday Jazz Brunch on March 25th at LE PESCADEUX (90 Thompson Street, NYC - 212-966-0021), a lovely French restaurant in the heart of Soho. She will be joined by Saul Rubin on guitar and Pat O'Leary on bass in this charming boite that offers a great, well-priced menu and cozy atmosphere. They will play three sets from 12:30 to 4:00 pm. Reservations are strongly suggested. No cover, no minimum.

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