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Sunday, November 22, 2015

CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW YORK CITY FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW YORK CITY FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NYC: SALON RETURNS - THEME FOR THE EVENING: "THANKFUL"

SALON - that unique, multiple award winning, Weekly Open Mic Event, created and hosted by Mark Janas will return to ETCETERA ETCETERA(352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141) on Sunday, November 22nd from 7:00-10:30 pm. (Sign-Up Begins at 6:15.) The optional theme for the evening is "Thankful". Remember, any material, on or off theme, is always welcome at Salon. Co-Host will be Eve Eaton! Salon Spotlight will feature Multiple MAC Award Winner Sue Matsuki & Bistro Award Winner Edd Clark. The Salon events are produced by Tanya Moberly. Salon is an ongoing open entertainment event in which singers, writers and musicians share their talent with each other and audience members. There are no reservations; seating is on a first come/ first served basis. All types of material, on or off theme are always welcome at Salon. They enthusiastically welcome instrumentalists, poets, playwrights, essayists, comics, illusionists and performance artists. Please limit your selections to three or four minutes in length (including introductions). Please also bring clear, complete charts for the accompanist to read. There is a $10 cash cover collected at the door and a $15 food/drink minimum (cash or credit) per person. SPECIAL NOTE: THERE WILL BE NOW SALON ON NOVEMBER 9th or DECEMBER 6th!

 PRODUCER TANYA MOBERLY IS A MEMBER OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

NYC: TASTE OF BUDAPEST - HUNGARIAN THEATER SHOW BY PILVAX PLAYERS THEATER

Pilvax Players, an independent, Hungarian-American acting company, presents 'Taste of Budapest' at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Sunday, November 22nd at 4:00 pm. Pilvax Players was created by both professional and amateur acting enthusiasts, with an innovative mind-set to bring an infinitely open variety of productions to an international audience and to provide a responsive scene for its members' artistic growth. With themes ranging from the classics to today's most contemporary works, the company's goal is to create a bridge between, and a fusion of, the standard and the avant-garde. Their upcoming production, 'Taste of Budapest' is a selected stories and songs from the Jazz Age to the "The Hungarian Jungle Book", a contemporary musical with jazz elements. There is a $25 CASH cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: RELATIONSHIPS, ALMOST ROMANTIC 

"Relationships - Almost Romantic" will be presented at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438)Sunday, November 22nd at 9:30 pm. The show is a one-act comedy written and directed by Leandro Muniz that applies a non-conventional approach to relationships and exposes the well-known struggles of romantic love. Topics such as casual sex, open relationships, infatuations, taboos, cheating, crumbling marriages and falling in love in times of online dating come to life in a way that everyone can identify. The play combines sketch comedy, standup and musical. It's a contemporary play: think New York I Love You meets Short Cuts showcasing unusual characters in eccentric relationships. At the same time, dark and satirical, philosophical and funny, and even sometimes edgy, just like any love affair. The cast includes Julia Melim, Brett Siddell, Scott Johnson, Madison Malloy, Maya Klausner, Vanessa Jardim, and Diego Ajuz. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: SUNDAY OPEN MIC AT THE MET - NOON TO 2:30 PM

Sunday Open Mic comes to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on the 2nd & 4th Sundays each month from 12:00 noon to 2:30 pm (signup ay 11:30 am). Presented and hosted by Susan Winter and Deb Berman, the "OPEN MIC AT THE MET" is not your average Open Mic since it will be presented on the iconic stage, with amazing acoustics, high-end equipment, and experienced sound engineer to help create a concert-like experience in Metropolitan Room's friendly, warm environment. Each Open Mic offers different pianists to accompany your performance. There is a $15 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. 

NYC: CHARLES BARAN AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Charles Baran, a rising actor and performer who in 2013 left a successful career in Design Management to become a full time actor, performs at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, November 22nd at 4:00 pm. His career thus far has been marked with many successes in many prestigious roles, among which have been Larry Foreman in The Cradle Will Rock at Theater 80 St. Marks in NYC, Geoffrey in the new comedy Geoffrey and Jeffrey in the Thespis Festival at Cabrini Rep in NYC, (nominated for 2013 Best Actor Award), a featured role in Harold Rome's Pins and Needles at Theatre 80 St. Marks and LaMama in NYC, The Kingdom at Mabou Mines, Walkabout Yeolha at Columbia Stages, Clyde Tolson in The File on J. Edgar Hoover in the 2013 Fresh Fruit Festival, Emmet Watson in Juan and Emmet and his favorite role to date Burke Kendall in 2013's revival of Stand Up Tragedy. On February 14, 2014 Charles debuted his first club act - Charles Baran's Saint Valentine's Day Massacred! at Sophie's on West 53rd Street, NYC. His film credits include A Foreign Heart of Hope and the independent short Perspective. His upcoming projects include Horace Vandergelder in Hello Dolly at the Interlakes Theater in Meredith, New Hampshire, Artie in the new play The Home, and Sam Male in the webseries Watercooler Madness. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: MOLLY RYAN: COME UP AND SEE ME SOMETIME - A CHEEKY TRIBUTE TO MAE WEST

Molly Ryanbrings her show 'Come Up and See Me Sometime - A Cheeky Tribute to Mae West' to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM(34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, November 22nd at 7:00 pm. Since moving to New York City from Roseville, CA in 2003, Molly Ryan has become one of the most sought-after vocalists on the New York jazz scene. She has performed at such prestigious Manhattan venues as the Cafe Carlyle, The Town Hall, The Waldorf Astoria, Rainbow Room, Birdland, and the Iridium. She has performed alongside such prominent jazz artists as Randy Reinhart, Jon-Erik Kellso, Bria Skonberg, Dan Barrett, Mark Shane, Rossano Sportiello, as well as with the preeminent 1920s-style orchestra, Vince Giordano's Nighthawks. She has headlined in Paris at jazz clubs such as the famed Le Petit Journal and Autour de Midi, and has been featured as a guest vocalist with Andrej Hermlin's Swing Dance Orchestra throughout Germany in a monumental tribute to clarinet legend Benny Goodman. There is a $24 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: THE MUSIC OF ALEX RYBECK

Alex Rybeck, composer, arranger, and pianist, presents an evening of his music at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, November 22nd at 9:30 pm. Alex has worked with George Abbott, Hal Prince, Tommy Tune, and Burt Bacharach on Broadway in such musicals as MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG; GRAND HOTEL, TOMMY TUNE TONIGHT and DAMN YANKEES. He has served as musical director for numerous cabaret stars, including Faith Prince, Karen Mason, Tommy Tune, Lee Roy Reams, Jeff Harnar, Debbie Gravitte, Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway, Alexandra Haas, Marni Nixon ("The Voice of Hollywood"), Rita Gardner, Metropolitan Opera star Roberta Peters, and the legendary Kitty Carlisle Hart. Numerous CD's include solo albums by Liz Callaway ("Anywhere I Wander,"The Story Goes on", "The Beat Goes On") Liz and Hampton Callaway (Sibiing Revelry), Craig Rubano ("Finishing the Act"), Faith Prince ("A Leap of Faith"), Jeff Harnar ("The 1959 Broadway Songbook, "Because of You" and "Sammy Cahn/All the Way"), and "Leading Men Don't Dance", to name just a few. He has also written several original songs include "What a Funny Boy He Is" (recorded by Nancy LaMott) and "Sing Out" (premiered by the NYC Gay Men's Chorus at Carnegie Hall). He holds degrees from Oberlin College and NYU (his teachers included Stephen Sondhieim, Leonard Bernstein, Hal Prince, Comden & Green, Stephen Schwartz, and ArthurLaurents), and is a member of the Dramatists Guild and ASCAP. Directed by Sara Louise Lazarus. He is joined by Dan Gross, drums; Dick Sarpola, bass; and Special Guest Fiddler: Denise Stillwell. A number of performers have been invited to sing the songs including Joshua Dixon, Kevin Dozier, LaTanya Hall, Jeff Harnar, Jamie Hartman, Lina Koutrakos, Sally Mayes, Kissy Simmons, Mary Stout, KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Steve Washington and Jeffrey M. Wright. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: VOCAL EASE BENEFIT AT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW

New York City's enormously popular nonprofit singing organization Vocal Ease will hold its first benefit performance at FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Sunday, November 22nd at 2:00 pm. The show will feature a cast of gifted performers presenting highlights from the Great American Songbook. Vocal Ease provides professional and heartfelt cabaret-style shows for New York City senior citizens at nursing homes, senior centers and senior residences. Its lively, audience-interactive performances have brought immeasurable joy and excitement to thousands for more than a decade. Karen Mason, cabaret and Broadway star who originated the role of Tanya in Mamma Mia, will headline the cast of artists, all of whom volunteer their time and talents to Vocal Ease. This special performance is an opportunity for music lovers of all ages to experience the infectious and palpable joy of a Vocal Ease show. Come see a great show accompanied by an enticing auction and help support a local nonprofit doing great things for our New York City seniors. There is a $35-$100 (incudes light bites and an open bar from 2:00 to 4:00 pm).

NYC: ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY CELEBRATES WOMEN SONGWRITERS

For her annual Thanksgiving week show at FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551), Ann Hampton Callaway has crafted an exciting world premiere night of music centered on the songs of women songwriters who have inspired her. Showtime is at 7L99 on, Billie Holiday's "God Bless the Child," Carole King's "Will You Love Me Tomorrow?" and Dorothy Field's "The Way You Look Tonight" are among the gems carefully chosen by the Platinum-selling composer and lyricist. Classics by Peggy Lee, Joni Mitchell, and Cynthia Weil, as well as songs by friends Michelle Brourman and Amanda McBroom, reflect the unique female perspective on love, life, and the pursuit of happiness. And expect to enjoy moments of Ann at the piano singing the best of her original songs. Directed by Dan Foster and supported by her all-star trio - Ted Rosenthal at the piano, Martin Wind on bass, and Tim Horner on drums - don't miss Callaway's stirring night of song and story! There is a $60-$115 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: ADAM PASCAL AT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW

Broadway veteran Adam Pascal and Grammy nominee Larry Edoff present an intimate evening of music at the renowned FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW(254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Sunday, November 22nd at 9:30 pm. Pascal will be returning to this prestigious venue for this first time in two years! Originating starring roles such as Roger in RENT and Radames in Disney's hit musical Aida, Adam will delight and inspire audiences with his interpretations of Broadway classics including such songs as "Pity the Child" from Chess and "Sunday" from Stephen Sondheim's Sunday in the Park with George. In addition, Adam's soaring rock voice lends itself to timeless rock and pop classics like Led Zeppelin's "Going' to California" and The Beatles' "Eleanor Rigby." Adam will be premiering never-before-heard songs along with masterful arrangements by Edoff. Special guests from the world of Broadway are also bound to appear for this special one night only event. There is a $45-$90 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: CAROL LIPNIK CONTINUES SUNDAY NIGHT RESIDENCY AT PANGEA

Carol Lipnik has announced a new lineup of guest stars for her weekly residency on Sundays at 7:30 pm at PANGEA(178 Second Avenue, NYC - 212-995-0900) that runs through January 31, 2016. Lipnik is a spellbinding, darkly-humorous singer and songwriter who blends folk music and art song with the classic nightclub tradition. Special guests currently scheduled are David Cale (October 25th), John Kelly (November 8th) and Dane Terry (November 15th), with others to be added. The concert engagement is produced by TWEED TheaterWorks (Lypsinka), DAX MGMT (Weimar New York, Joey Arias) and Pangea. Carol is acclaimed for her hauntingly beautiful multi-octave voice and enchanting performances of her own ecstatically melancholy and wrenchingly honest songs. Carol and her pianist Matt Kanelos will be performing selections from Almost Back To Normal, her new recording from Mermaid Alley Music. In addition to critical plaudits, she has been praised by her fellow downtown performers as well including Justin Vivian Bond, Penny Arcade, and John Kelly. Each week Carol features a special guest performer. Recent guests have included Joey Arias, Justin Vivian Bond, John Kelly, Basil Twist, Penny Arcade, Joseph Keckler, Sweetie, Molly Pope, Kim David Smith, Amber Martin, Michael Cavadias as Claywoman, and Nick Hallett. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

NYC: BIRDLAND JAZZ PARTY HOSTED BY CAROLE BUFFORD
CABARET EVENT IN A JAZZ CLUB!

Birdland's very own jazz quartet hits the stage every Sunday to wrap up the weekend with jazz classics featuring jazz vocalist Carole J. Bufford at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Sunday, October 18th at 6:00 pm. Carole J. Bufford has become a sought after young performer in the New York cabaret & jazz scene. Her recent shows, "Speak Easy." (featuring the Grammy Award-winning Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks) and "Body & Soul" earned her rave reviews across the board. She is the recipient several awards for Outstanding Vocalist. She has traveled all over the US (The Colony's Royal Room - Palm Beach; Venetian Room - Dallas; Cabaret 313 - Detroit; Broadway By The Bay - San Mateo; Upright Cabaret - L.A.) and recently made her London Debut to great critical acclaim. Recently, Carole was featured in Michael Feinstein's Great American Songbook series at Jazz at Lincoln Center. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.



OTHER AREA CABARET VENUES - NO PRESS RELEASES RECEIVED (MAY BE CLOSED):

THE CAFE CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600)

ROY ARIAS STUDIOS & THEATERS (300 West 43rd Street, Suite 506, NYC - 212-957-8358)

BEMELMAN'S BAR at the CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-570-7189)

CAFE SABARSKY AT NEUE GALERIE (1048 Fifth Avenue, NYC - 212-288-0665)

THE CUTTING ROOM (44 East 32nd Street, NYC - 212-691-1900)

CORNELIA STREET CAFE (29 Cornelia Street, NYC - 212-989-9319)

JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555 - )


STAGE 72 (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590) 


PLEASE NOTE: Additiional Cabaret Events may be scheduled for this date in THE NYC area for which we did not receive complete / appropriate press releases. Check venue websites.


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