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NOW IN OUR 26th YEAR OF PROMOTING THE ART & ARTISTS OF CABARET!

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Saturday, June 27, 2015

NYC: CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 25th ANNIVERSARY SHOW TO BE PRESENTED BY THE METROPOLITAN ROOM ON TUESDAY, JULY 7th

NYC: CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 25th ANNIVERSARY SHOW TO BE PRESENTED BY THE METROPOLITAN ROOM ON TUESDAY, JULY 7th
SPECIAL CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE EVENT
These wonderful folks are putting on a show to support CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - Now in our 25th year! Only 10 days away - make your reservations today!
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THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) will produce and present the 25th ANNIVERSARY GALA OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE on Tuesday, July 7th at 7:00 pm as part of their 'This is Your Night' series. Co-Producers will be Bernie Furshpan and Sue Matsuki. The show will also celebrate the 76th Birthday of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Editor/ Writer/ Reviewer/ Stu Hamstra. Tickets are $20 for all - plus a 2-drink minimum. TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
STARRING AN ALL-STAR, MULTI-AWARD WINNING CAST! 

Raissa Katona Bennett (July 7th is also Raissa's Birthday!)
Bruce Clough
Cynthia Crane
Sammy Goldstein
Kevin Scott Hall (July 6th is also Kevin's Birthday)
Loli Marquez-Sterling
Sue Matsuki
Carolyn Montgomery-Forant
Warren Schein
Marcus Simeone
and more TBA.

Guest Speakers & More Cast Members & Surprises to be announced!

Musical Direction: Tracy Stark
Hosted by Bernie Furshpan! 


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25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
July 6, 2015 to July 5, 2016.

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                                     Bob Diamond • Robin Westle • Joe Regan, Jr.

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HERE'S A SHOW IN NYC THAT CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF PRIDE - BY AN INTERNATIONAL STAR I ADORE!

HERE'S A SHOW IN NYC THAT CAPTURES THE ESSENCE OF PRIDE - BY AN INTERNATIONAL STAR I ADORE!
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NYC: JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND: SWALLOW MY PRIDE

Mx Justin Vivian Bond, writer, singer, painter, and performance artist, performs at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) on Saturday, June 27th at 11:30 pm and Sunday, June 28th at 9:30 pm. Mx Bond is the author of the Lambda Literary Award winning memoir TANGO: My Childhood, Backwards and in High Heels, published by The Feminist Press and Susie Says - a collaboration with Gina Garan (Powerhouse Books, 2012). V's debut CD DENDRPOPHILE was self-released on WhimsyMusic in 2011 and was followed by SILVER WELLS in 2012. In 2011 Justin Vivian's art exhibition The Fall of the House of Whimsy was presented at Participant Inc. in New York City. Mx Bond was nominated for a Tony Award for Kiki and Herb Alive On Broadway in 2007. Other notable theatrical endeavors include starring as Warhol Superstar Jackie Curtis in Scott Wittman's production of Jukebox Jackie: Snatches of Jackie Curtis as part of La Mama E.T.C.'s 50 Anniversary Season, originating the role of Herculine Barbin in Kate Bornstein's groundbreaking play Hidden: A Gender, touring with the performance troupe The Big Art Group and appearing in John Cameron Mitchell's film Shortbus. Other films include Sunset Stories (2012), Imaginary Heroes (2004), and Fanci's Persuasion (1995). Mx Bond is a recipient of The Ethyl Eichelberger Award, The Peter Reed Foundation Grant, and The Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grants to Artists Award for Performance Art/Theater, an Obie and a Bessie. There is a $25 cover. 

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CABARET EVENTS FOR LOS ANGELES, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE SOUTHWESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR LOS ANGELES, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE SOUTHWESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
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SAN DIEGO, CA: SATURDAYS WITH CAROL CURTIS

Carol Curtis performs at MARTINI'S ABOVE FOURTH (3940 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA - 619-400-4500) pm Saturdays from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The musical road from Riverside, California to San Diego rambles through Nevada, Oklahoma and almost every state in between, where Carol Curtis traveled as a musician. With a degree in music education from Oklahoma State University, she inspired young minds for several years, only to return to her true calling: cabaret-style singing. Playing the audience as skillfully as she plays piano and guitar, Carol weaves an eclectic mix of torch songs, Broadway and standards into an evening of fun repartee. No cover charge.

LOS ANGELES: ROMEO & JULIET: LOVE IS A BATTLEFIELD

Kate Pazakis and Bradley Bredeweg present "Romeo & Juliet: Love is a Battlefield" at ROCKWELL: TABLE & STAGE (1714 Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA - 323-669-1550) on Saturday & Sundays at 8:00 pm. At last! The world's most famous playwright meets lycra-clad '80s rock star Pat Benatar. An epic collaboration centuries in the making, Romeo + Juliet: Love Is a Battlefield features Nickelodeon star Ashley Argota as Juliet and hunky singer/actor Rustin Cole Sailors as Romeo as they belt out some of Benatar's biggest hits to tell the timeless story of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers. A delightfully upbeat twist to the classic story, the modern adaptation will both move you to tears and make you want to move your feet at Rockwell Table & Stage in Los Feliz. There is a $20-$45 cover.

LOS ANGELES, CA: ANNIE REINER AT THE GARDENIA

Annie Reiner, the multi-talented daughter of Carl and Estelle Reiner, performs at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444) on Saturday, June 27th at 9:00 pm. Annie has inherited Estelle's brilliant timing, musicianship, and way with a lyric. This show will be Annie's tenth such outing. As always, she will be backed by a complement of superb musicians. Those who loved Estelle and her musical sensibilities have been delighted to discover how securely that torch has been passed. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET EVENTS FOR SAN FRANCISCO, NORTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR SAN FRANCISCO, NORTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
Please note: cover/minimum information is taken from venue listings - some venues may charge an additional fee for attendees without an advance reservation - reservations are normally cancelled by the venue if holders have not arrived by showtime.


SAN FRANCISCO, CA: STEVEN BRINBERG IS SIMPLY BARBRA

Steven Brinberg, the premier Barbra Streisand impressionist, will bring the latest version of his acclaimed one-man show, Simply Barbra, to FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) for two performances only, on Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 pm and Sunday, June 28th at 7:00 pm. Brinberg will literally transform on-stage into Barbra Streisand - both physically and vocally - in an extraordinary musical experience not to be missed! For this latest version of Simply Barbra, Brinberg pays tribute to the 40th anniversary of "Funny Lady." Brinberg has been praised for his live vocal performance of Barbra Streisand for over a decade around the world. In addition to touring all over America he has also played extensively in England, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, Thailand, Spain, Mexico and Canada - more cities than the real Barbra! He appeared regularly in symphony concerts with the late Marvin Hamlisch, Oscar-winning composer of "The Way We Were." Steven was hired by Streisand's management to perform at her friend Donna Karan's birthday party. He has recorded two CDs ("Simply Barbra Duets" and "Live in London") and has appeared in several feature films ("Boys Life," "Camp") and on television ("Blue Bloods") as well as onstage at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center and on Broadway in the benefit production of Funny Girl which featured Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth and Whoopi Goldberg. There is a $25-$40 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.

SAN FRANCISCO. CA: SEX AND THE CITY LIVE! AT THE OASIS

OASIS (298 11th Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-795-3180), San Francisco's hottest new nightclub and cabaret theater, is presenting the hit show Sex and the City LIVE! this summer! Sex and the City LIVE! features the same team behind the sold-out runs from the past four years in San Francisco. Sex and the City LIVE! will run Thursdays through Saturdays, June 4th through July 3rd at 7:00 pm. Sex and the City LIVE! is a send up of the ground-breaking series that ran on HBO from 1998 through 2004. Each performance features two popular episodes, each tackling modern social issues including sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases, safe sex, promiscuity, femininity, and of course, shoes - while exploring the complex differences between lasting friendships and true relationships. Directed by D'Arcy Drollinger with costumes by Tria, Sex and the City LIVE! features some of San Francisco's most prominent drag performers including Sue Casa as Carrie Bradshaw, D'Arcy Drollinger as Samantha Jones, Lady Bear as Miranda Hobbs and Hannukah•Lewinsky as Charlotte York. Rounding out the cast are: Adam Roy, L. Ron Hubby, Jordan Wheeler, and Manuel Canari. There is a $25-$30 cover. Premium seating is also available starting with the Cosmopolitan Table for $200, which includes a front row table for four guests, plus four premium 'Carrie Cosmos.' Also available is the Samantha Champagne Table for $500, which includes a front-and-center table for four, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot, and a meet-and-greet with the cast immediately following the show. All tickets are available now at http://www.sfoasis.com or in person at the Oasis box office .

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CABARET EVENTS FOR CHICAGO, ST. LOUIS, THE MID-WESTERN & SOUTH WESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR CHICAGO, ST. LOUIS, THE MID-WESTERN & SOUTH WESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
Please note: cover/minimum information is taken from venue listings - some venues may charge an additional fee for attendees without an advance reservation - reservations are normally cancelled by the venue if holders have not arrived by showtime.


INDIANAPOLIS, IN: LINDA LAVIN AT THE CABARET

There's a new girl in town, as Tony and Golden Globe winner, Linda Lavin, takes the stage at THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB (121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169) with her acclaimed jazz combo, including Billy Stritch on piano, Steve Doyle on bass, hubby Steve Bakunas on drums, John Hart on guitar, and violinist Aaron Weinstein. Performances are Friday, June 26th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 pm. Five-time Tony nominated singer and actress, Linda Lavin, is known for playing the title character in the sitcom, Alice, as well as for her stage performances, both on Broadway and off-Broadway. She began acting on Broadway in the 1960s, earning notice in It's a Bird ... It's a Plane ... It's Superman and received her first Tony Award nomination for Last of the Red Hot Lovers in 1970. She moved to Hollywood in 1973 and began to work in television, making recurring appearances on Barney Miller before getting the title role in Alice, which ran from 1976 to 1985. In 1987, she returned to Broadway, starring in Broadway Bound (Tony Award), Gypsy (1990), The Sisters Rosensweig (1993), The Diary of Anne Frank (1997•1998) and The Tale of the Allergist's Wife (2000•2001), among others. In 2010, she appeared as Ruth Steiner in Collected Stories, garnering her fifth Tony nomination. She starred in NBC's short-lived sitcom, Sean Saves the World in 2013 as Lorna. There is a $35-$65 cover plus a $12 food/drink minimum.

CHICAGO, IL: YOU BETTE WE DID! ... A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO BETTE MIDLER

THE CABARET PROJECT presents 'You Bette We Did!", a musical tribute to Bette Midler, at UPTOWN UNDERGROUND (4707 North Broadway, Chicago, IL - 773-867-1946) on Saturdays, June 20th at 9:30 pm and June 27th at 8:30 pm. From humble beginnings living above a Broadway Cabaret to the Big Screen, Bette Midler has been entertaining audiences with her brassy sound and brash Sophie Tucker references for decades. Bubbling with effervescence, the songs of Midler span the swing band era, Broadway classics, and 80's album favorites! Performers include Meredith Freyre, Danielle Plisz, Kyle Hustedt, Kyle Russell, Michael McBride, with Jeremy Ramey on Piano. Call for cover/minimum information.

CHICAGO, IL: CHARLENE BROOKS SINGS SONDHEIM AT THE SKOKIE

Charlene Brooks will perform the music of Stephen Sondheim, the man who changed the direction of musical theatre forever, as only Brooks can interpret it, in her show "Putting It Together" at THE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761) on Saturday, June 27th at 8:00 pm. Songs will include "You Could Drive A Person Crazy", "The Little Things You Do Together" "Something's Coming", "No One Is Alone", "Children Will Listen", "Some People"and more. Directed by Dale Calandra the show features Kevin Disch on piano, Jim Cox on bass, Eric Monzka on drums, Doug Schuler on trumpet, Tom Kordus on trombone, and Natalie Scharf on saxophone. There is a $25 cover.

CHICAGO: JORDAN SINGS SONGS OF THE 27 CLUB

The 27 Club is a term that refers to a number of popular musicians who died at age 27, often as a result of drug and alcohol abuse, or violent means such as homicide or suicide. The vocal group Jordan will salute them in their show 'The 27 Club' at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on Saturday, June 27th at 8:00 pm. The number of musicians who have died at this age and the circumstances of many of those deaths have given rise to the idea that premature deaths at this age are unusually common. The list includes Amy Winehouse, Brian Jones, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, Alan "Blind Owl" Wilson, Ron "Pigpen" Les, Harvey McKernan and more. Their songs are brilliant, they are known worldwide and have remained popular over the years. This is our tribute to all these folk who died too young. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET EVENTS FOR FLORIDA & SOUTHERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR FLORIDA & SOUTHERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
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PALM BEACH, FL: JILL SWITZER AT THE ROYAL ROOM

Jill Switzer will perform at THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100) on Saturday, June 27th at 8:00 pm. When it comes to Palm Beach entertainment, Jill Switzer's name has been at the top of the list for the past twenty-five years. Since the age of sixteen, she's performed with various bands and orchestras at many of The Island's most exclusive and sophisticated venues, honing her vocal style on Porter, Gershwin and Berlin tunes. She's shared the stage with Ann Hampton Callaway, Marilyn Maye and Mary Wilson, to name a few, and has recorded with The Four Freshmen and Nicolas King. In addition, Jill is a published author and co-hosts "The Morning Lounge" with her husband/musical director Rich weekdays on Legends 100.3 FM in Palm Beach County. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW JERSEY, PENNSYLVANIA, WASHINGTON DC & MID-ATLANTIC STATES TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW JERSEY, PENNSYLVANIA, WASHINGTON DC & MID-ATLANTIC STATES TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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NEW HOPE, PA: JESSICA KIRSON WITH "I'M FILLED WITH FEAR" AT THE RRAZZ

Jessica Kirson brings her show "I'm Filled With Fear" to THE RRAZZ ROOM IN NEW HOPE (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, PA - 888-596-1027) on Saturday, June 27th at 8:00 pm. Jessica Kirson's unique comedy style and captivating stage presence captures the attention of audiences everywhere she performs. Once you've seen her amazing talent, you'll understand why she was selected to perform at the Hamptons, Toyota, Marshall's Women in Comedy, Comedy Central's South Beach, Montreal, and HBO's Las Vegas comedy festivals. Jessica has appeared on The Tonight Show, The View, Last Comic Standing, and Celebrity Apprentice. She has been voted Best Female Comic in New York City twice and counting! Spend an hilarious evening of comedy with Jessica Kirson for one night only! There is a $30 cover.

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EVENTS & PERFORMERS ADVERTISING ON CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE THIS WEEK

EVENTS & PERFORMERS ADVERTISING ON
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE THIS WEEK

The following cabaret events and cabaret performers are advertising on CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE!
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NYC: DONNA HAYES RETURNS WITH ORDINARY MIRACLES

Donna Hayes returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, July 19th at 7:00 pm with her acclaimed show "Ordinary Miracles" directed by Gretchen Reinhagen with musical direction by Justin Stoney. Added to the mix for this show are David White on bass and Donna Kelly on drums. Hayes shares her stories through songs ranging from brand new R&B, classic rock, show tunes, oldies to reggae - by artists and songwriters such as Carole King, John Legend, Stephanie Mills, Bob Marley, Coldplay, Tracy Chapman, Kander & Ebb, Phillip Phillips, and more. These are Donna's personal accounts, and the songs that remind her that the world around us is not so ordinary after all. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MARGOH CHANNING: "FOR THE LOVE OF JUDY"

MargOH Channing brings her new show, "For the Love of Judy", to DIXON PLACE (161A Chrystie Street, NYC - 212-219-0736) on Wednesday & Thursday, July 29th & 30th at 7:30 pm and Friday, July 31st at 10:00 pm. "For the Love of Judy" is the story of a gay boy who dreamed of being a singer and his dysfunctional upbringing. This autobiographical show, based on the life of creator BT Shea, takes us on a journey of how he found his voice through the dark twists and turns of drag life, and with the help of a lot of sequins, lipstick, a glitter of hope and the music of Judy Garland, ultimately realized his dreams. MargOH! Channing (BT Shea) 2014 MAC Award Nominee, is a writer, comedian and performance artist from Providence, Rhode Island where she performed award winning Judy Garland and Liza Minnelli tribute shows. Now focusing on theater and cabaret in New York MargOH! premiered her new work "MargOH! Channing is Tipsy" to rave reviews at Dixon Place in 2012, and made her London debut at the Phoenix Artists Club. Ms. Channing also performed Tipsy at the Laurie Beechman Theater produced by Spincycle. MargOH! co-produced 'Skanks in Pearls" for the 2012 HOT Festival with her gayiance MAN-ee Champagne. Ms. Channing made her 54 Below debut in 2013 as part of a celebration of music by Brian Feinstein and Chris Fenwick. MargOH! has also collaborated with Broadway star and singer/songwriter Nellie Mckay. MargOH! and her partner MAN-ee Champagne performed in the 2014 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and received critical acclaim for their show "Tipsy" MargOH! is looking forward to premiering her new work "For the Love of Judy", as part of the 2015 HOT! Festival. There is an $18 cover.
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CHECK OUT WHO IS APPEARING IN SAN FRANCISCO TONIGHT AND TOMORROW NIGHT!

CHECK OUT WHO IS APPEARING IN SAN FRANCISCO TONIGHT AND TOMORROW NIGHT!
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SAN FRANCISCO, CA: STEVEN BRINBERG IS SIMPLY BARBRA

Steven Brinberg, the premier Barbra Streisand impressionist, will bring the latest version of his acclaimed one-man show, Simply Barbra, to FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) for two performances only, on Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 pm and Sunday, June 28th at 7:00 pm. Brinberg will literally transform on-stage into Barbra Streisand - both physically and vocally - in an extraordinary musical experience not to be missed! For this latest version of Simply Barbra, Brinberg pays tribute to the 40th anniversary of "Funny Lady." Brinberg has been praised for his live vocal performance of Barbra Streisand for over a decade around the world. In addition to touring all over America he has also played extensively in England, Ireland, Scotland, Australia, Thailand, Spain, Mexico and Canada - more cities than the real Barbra! He appeared regularly in symphony concerts with the late Marvin Hamlisch, Oscar-winning composer of "The Way We Were." Steven was hired by Streisand's management to perform at her friend Donna Karan's birthday party. He has recorded two CDs ("Simply Barbra Duets" and "Live in London") and has appeared in several feature films ("Boys Life," "Camp") and on television ("Blue Bloods") as well as onstage at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center and on Broadway in the benefit production of Funny Girl which featured Idina Menzel, Kristin Chenoweth and Whoopi Goldberg. There is a $25-$40 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.


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CHECK OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AT BIRDLAND, NYC, SUNDAY NIGHT!

CHECK OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AT BIRDLAND, NYC, SUNDAY NIGHT!
Broadway at Birdland presents a trio of special cabaret shows on Sunday, June 28th starting at 6:00 pm. And MOLLY POPE too!
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NYC: NICHOLAS RODRIGUEZ IN "THE FIRST TIME..."

The Broadway at Birdland concert series presents the NYC cabaret debut of Nicholas Rodriguez in "The First Time," a CD release celebration. The one-night-only event will take place on Sunday, June 28th at 6:00 pm at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080). "The First Time..." is a concert and CD that embraces songs by theatre composers Stephen Sondheim, Frank Loesser and Rodgers & Hammerstein alongside pop hits from Joni Mitchell and Sara Bareilles. The show fuses the worlds of Broadway and pop with a performance of Phil Collins' "You'll Be in My Heart" from Tarzan, the show in which Rodriguez made his Broadway debut. The concert will feature direction by T. Oliver Reid, music direction and arrangements by pianist David Budway, along with Neal Caine on bass, Donald Edwards on drums, and Ron Afif on guitar. "The First Time... " is being produced by PS Classics, the label dedicated to the preservation of Broadway and American popular song and is available for pre-order at www.psclassics.com. A portion of the proceeds from "The First Time..." will benefit the Broadway Dreams Foundation, for which Rodriguez is the Artistic Director. The Broadway Dreams Foundation is a premier performing arts education program dedicated to ongoing engagement, inspiration and access regardless of a student's ability to pay. Nicholas Rodriguez has had an extensive career on Broadway (Tarzan), film (Sex and the City 2) and the concert stage. Nicholas is perhaps best known for the role of Nick Chavez on ABC's "One Life to Live" for which he received the GLAAD Media Award. Recently he starred opposite Kathleen Turner in 'Mother Courage and Her Children' at Arena Stage in Washington, DC where he also played Freddy in 'My Fair Lady' and was seen as Curly in 'Oklahoma!' for which he received a 2011 Helen Hayes Award for "Best Actor in a Musical". In addition to making his Broadway debut in Disney's production of Tarzan, Nicholas originated the role of Aaron, starring opposite Val Kilmer's Moses in the U.S Premiere of The Ten Commandments at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles. Off-Broadway he starred in The Toxic Avenger: The Musical, Almost Heaven: Songs of John Denver, Colette Collage, and Bajour. He's also traveled the world on tours of Jesus Christ Superstar (Jesus), Evita (Che), and Hair (Claude). His concert appearances include performances at Radio City Music Hall, Carnegie Hall, Avery Fisher Hall, 54 Below, Feinsteins, Birdland, and the Metropolitan Room in NYC. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. Dinner is served between 5:00 pm-1:00 am.

NYC: TONY YAZBECK IN "THE FLOOR ABOVE ME"

The Broadway at Birdland concert series presents Tony Award-nominee Tony Yazbeck, the star of this season's On The Town revival, who will make his solo debut at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Sunday, June 28th at 9:00 pm. Yazbeck will heat up the Birdland stage in The Floor Above Me, a thrilling evening of tenor melodies and tenacious tap dancing, and will be joined by On The Town co-star Clyde Alves and tap dance sensation Melinda Sullivan ("So You Think You Can Dance," "Glee"). Musical direction and arrangements will be by Jerome Korman, and the evening is written and directed by Howard Emanuel & Tony Yazbeck. (Jerome Korman/piano, Thomas Hubbard/bass, Tony Lewis/drums, Mark McGowan/trumpet). Songs included in The Floor Above Me will be "Pure Imagination," "Cheek To Cheek," "Both Sides Now," and "Lucky To Be Me." Tony's Broadway credits also include Billy Flynn in Chicago, Phil Davis in White Christmas, Tulsa in Gypsy (w/Patti LuPone), and Al in the revival of A Chorus Line. There is a $25-$45 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. Dinner is served between 5:00 pm-1:00 am.

NYC: "LOVE ME: DOWNTOWN AND DOWNUNDER" A PRIDE CELEBRATION

The Broadway at Birdland concert series, in association with Jacob Langfelder, presents "Love Me:Downtown and Downunder - A PrideCelebration" at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Sunday, June 28th at 11:00 pm. Performers scheduled to appear include Molly Pope, Tori Scott, Lance Horne, Brendan Maclean & Andrew Nielson will fly into Birdland from the distant lands of Australia, Austria and Astoria for a very special Pride Celebration. Molly Pope is a critically acclaimed cabarettist and actress whose shows have played Joe's Pub, Feinstein's at Loews Regency, Ars Nova, The Laurie Beechman Theater, the Duplex, and the Adelaide Cabaret Festival in Australia. She has also performed at The Cafe Carlyle ("Tales From The JazzAge"), the Afterglow Festival in Provincetown and "Our Hit Parade" at Joe's Pub. On stage she has appeared in FOUND (Atlantic Theater Co), Horseplay, or The Fickle Mistress (La MaMa ETC/Theatre Askew), and The Material World (Dixon Place). Belter and bad decision expert Tori Scott, is a Garland for the Grindr era. As a singer, she has been performing her brassy songs and slurred autobiographical stories on the stages of 54 Below, the Laurie Beechman, the Metropolitan Room, and every gay bar on the Eastern Seaboard. As an actress,she's counted to 20 as a singing garbage woman on "Sesame Street" and dubbed the vocals of a singing hooker on HBO's "Cathouse: The Musical." Lance Horne is an Emmy Award winning composer, lyricist, singer, pianist, producer and music director of his own work, as well as collaborating with exciting artists around the world. Writing in genres from musical theater to rock, classical stage to film scores and work for television, Mr. Horne maintains an active performance schedule on both US coasts, the UK, and Australia.Brendan Maclean is the sparkling, glittering, fabulous songwriter Australia desperately needs. He is a master of the literal biting lyric that sits on the tip of your tongue, that crops up in conversation and is pasted across Facebook walls and Twitter profiles for weeks. His original songs, with their shamelessly flamboyant melodic lines, have worked their way from YouTube, to the Opera House and to the studio of acclaimed producer Paul Mac all before finding his new home at Universal Music Publishing. Brendan's sailing vocals have been compared to Panic At The Disco and Patrick Wolf with a style that stretches from pop fireworks to dramatic rock ballads; his lyrical delivery receiving praise for its personal and instantly recognizable charm. Andrew Nielson is an American film, television,and theatre actor. His selected theatre credits include Les Miserables (dir. Fred Hanson of the 2007Broadway revival), The Ugly Duckling (DramaDesk Nominated company Marvell Repertory Theatre), and Son of a Gun (directed by Tony Award nomineeGabriel Barre), among many others. His recent film credits include the upcoming sci-fi thriller Caihong City and the upcoming LGBT drama Lover's Game. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. Dinner is served between 5:00 pm-1:00 am.


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

CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW YORK CITY FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
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NYC: JUNE IS JUDY GARLAND MONTH AT DON'T TELL MAMA!

Now in it's 5th Year, "Judy and Liza Together Again", starring internationally acclaimed entertainers Rick Skye and Tommy Femia, named "Best Duo"in 2012 by MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets), has been Extended Again at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with performances scheduled for Saturdays, June 13th, 20th and 27th - all shows at 8:00 pm. Musical Director: Ricky Ritzel (as Mort/Pappy). Teaming up for an evening of "Just POW!", these MAC and Bistro Award winning performers pull out all the stops, singing classic solo's, parodies, duets and just plain whooping and hollering by the greatest mother/daughter team in show biz history. Tommy Femia is a 7 time winner of the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) Award for his brilliant portrayal of Judy Garland in "Judy Garland LIVE!", now in it's 20th season at Don't Tell Mama. He has also starred in "Whoop-de-doo", "I Will Come Back" and, most recently, "Norma Does Men". Rick Skye is a multi award winning performer, who has written a string of outrageous comic revues including "The Flip Side of Neil Sedaka" (Bistro Award winning performance), "MaCabaret - a tabloid fable", "The War of the Mama Roses", "It's Madame with an E" (performed with his indefatigable co-star - the one and only Madame), "Barbra and Liza LIVE!" (Leicester Theater and Dublin Theatre Festival) and the International hit - "A Slice O' Minnelli" (MAC Award - Best Impersonation) which has enjoyed successful season's in Covent Garden, at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End and at the Dublin Theatre Festival where he received the Award for "Best Achievement in Performance". "Judy and Liza Together Again" premiered at The Rising Action Theater in Ft. Lauderdale to great acclaim and has since toured the Richmond Triangle Theater, Actors Theater of Minnesota, The Palace Theater in Danbury, Connecticut and Martini's Over Eighth in San Diego. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: STING*CHRONICITY WITH ROSEMARY LOAR

STING*chronicity, with Rosemary Loar will be presented at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Saturday, June 27th at 4:00 pm. The show offers a combination of monologues with a variety of musical arrangements of the music of the contemporary songwriter, Sting. The show is "set" in Madison Square Garden on the occasion of the final reunion concert of the iconic band, The Police, which was headed by Sting. STING*chronicity surveys the diverse audience, and their very varied interpretations of his music as the words of his songs are filtered by their unique lives and experiences. The show includes many of Sting's most popular and including "Message In A Bottle", "Moon Over Bourbon Street," "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic," "Roxanne," "Every Breath You Take." as well as some lesser known songs, like "Ghost Story," a song from Sting's Broadway show, The Last Ship. Monologues were provided by some of New York's most impressive playwrights: Diana Amsterdam, Mike Folie, Matt Hoverman, Cheryl Stern, Robert W. Atwood and Rosemary Loar, plus a charming offering from 13 year old Mia Katz. Loar conceived, directed and starred in the popularThe Alternative Torch series at Symphony Space from 2004-2006. As a recording artist, she can be heard on Sting's soundtrack for the movie The Emperor's New Groove, the cast albums of Chess and Sunset Boulevard and on The Listening Library Series. Last year she release of her sixth album, When Harry Met The Duke, a tribute to Duke Ellington and Harold Arlen. Barry Kleinbort who recently received rave reviews for directing John Epperson: Show Trash off-Broadway is at the director's helm. Renowned jazz artist/pianist and arranger Frank Ponzio will serve as musical director and will be joined by jazz bassist Tom Hubbard. Ms. Loar's extensive musical theater credits include a critically acclaimed turn as Grizabella in Cats, Sunset Boulevard (with Glenn Close), The Grinch Who Stole Christmas (with John Larroquette in L.A. and Shuler Hensley at Madison Square Garden), You Can't Take It With You, and Chess, as well as Once Upon A Mattress with Sarah Jessica Parker. There is a $22.50 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: "AN EVENING WITH JILLIAN LAURAIN - THE RHYTHMS OF MY LIFE"

Opera Singer/ Musical Theatre and Concert Stage artist Jillian Laurain brings her award winning vocal talents back to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) in her new show "An Evening With Jillian Laurain - The Rhythms Of My Life" on Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 pm. Jillian sings songs by our great composers and lyricists including Leonard Bernstein, John Kander & Fred Ebb, "Yip" Harburg & Harold Arlen, Cy Coleman & Dorothy Fields, Duke Ellington. She is joined by Don Rebic on piano, Tom Hubbard on bass, Sean Harkness on guitar, Ed Ornowski on drums and Emedin Rivera on percussion. The show is directed by Nikki Saed. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: THE VAUDEVILLIANS: BRINGING UP BABY

After selling out an often-extended Off-Broadway run in 2013 (which attracted the likes of Neil Patrick Harris, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Joan Rivers, RuPaul and SNL's Kate McKinnon), a national tour, a 3-month Australian tour (where she was nominated for the Aussie equivalent of a Tony Award), and a summer run in Provincetown, RuPaul's Drag Race favorite Jinkx Monsoon will return to New York with the World Premiere of THE VAUDEVILLIANS: BRINGING UP BABY, a new musical comedy co-starring composer and musician Major Scales. This limited engagement begam performances May 21st at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). Remaining shows are Wednesday through Sunday, June 25th through 28th at 7:00 pm. Dr. Dan and Kitty Witless were put on ice in the Twenties, and had their entire music catalogue purloined by today's pop artists. Now the hottest act ever frozen alive is back again, with more swinging hits from their stolen songbook! There's only one problem: Kitty's "in a family way" and no one's quite sure where the kid came from. Can The Vaudevillians still put on a show while bringing up baby? Major Scales is the evil twin of Richard Andriessen, a musician, writer and performer based in Seattle. He has written everything from award-winning New York shows on the east coast to music for amateur adult films on the west. Jinkx Monsoon is the alter ego of Jerick Hoffer, who graduated with a degree in theatrical performance from Cornish College in Seattle. With ten years experience on stage, Hoffer is a seasoned Portland-born entertainer who has captured the attention of his native northwest region. As early as 2006, Hoffer appeared as the lead dancer in the world's largest drag queen chorus line, which made the Guinness Book of World Records. By 2012, he had advanced to roles in Seattle theaters, playing Moritz in "Spring Awakening" (produced by Balagan Theatre), Angel in "Rent" (produced by The 5th Avenue Theatre), and Hedwig in "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" (produced by Balagan Theatre and Seattle Theatre Group). In 2014 he was nominated for the Helpmann Award (alongside the likes of Cate Blanchett, Ivo Van Hove, Denis O'Hare and Baz Luhrmann), the Australian equivalent of a Tony, for his performanace in The Vaudevillians. There is a $25-$50 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.

NYC: LE SCANDAL CABARET CONTINUES AT THE BEECHMAN

NYC's longest running burlesque variety show, LE SCANDAL CABARET, continues on Saturdays, at 10:30 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909). In its fourteenth year, Le Scandal features variety acts, circus performers, live music and a bevy of burlesque beauties. New performers every week! Expect sword swallowers, belly dancers, rope trick cowboys, contortionists, torch singing fan dancers and comedic aerobats, all set to the live music of the Le Scandal Orchestra. For tickets, visit Smarttix at http://www.smarttix.com/or 212-484-4444. There is a $25-$60 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum. 

NYC: PARTLY CLOUDY PEOPLE PRESENTS "TWAS THE HAPPIEST HOUR BEFORE PRIDE"

Partly Cloudy People presents "Twas the Happiest Hour Before Pride", an afternoon of cocktails and storytelling by some of New York's most inspiring artists at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Saturday, June 27th at 3:30 pm. They will share what pride means to them through song, music, comedy and play. Featuring: Andrea Prestinario, Matt Smith, Mama Rice, Thomas Picasso, Justin Quackenbush, Sarah Kinsey, Therese Anderberg, Sarah Nedwek, Tricia Alexandro and Brandon Sturiale. A portion of proceeds will go to Safe Horizon's Streetwork project which provides support to homeless youth, many of whom identify as LGBT. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: 50 SHADES OF GAY WITH IKE AVELLI

Ike Avelli shows his LGBT PRIDE by bringing his 3rd Original Show, "50 Shades of Gay" to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438) on Saturday, June 27th at 9:30 pm. Written, Produced and Starring Ike Avelli, the show features Amber Ferrari, Jeza Belle and Tym Moss. The, will celebrate with a variety packed night, filled with Costumes/ Wigs/ Glitter/ Rainbows and plenty of audience participation! There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

NYC: BRANDON STERILE: A SECOND FIRST IMPRESSION

Brandon Sturiale, music director/ pianist/ keyboardist (The Marvelous Wonderettes and Iron Curtain Off-Broadway, Gypsy national tour), is now choosing the notes himself, having just released an album of original music, He will perform his show, "A Second First Impression" at 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) on Friday, June 26th at 9:30 pm. The first half of the show will include his melodic piano solos along with hilarious anecdotes about growing up in small-town middle America, where he learned to play piano and avoided playing sports out of fear of being hit with the ball. For the second half, he will be joined on stage by a 4-piece band and several incredible Broadway performers to help sing his adult contemporary vocal songs, which have been compared to Elton John and Jim Brickman. Throw in his amusing cabaret songs (one of which was a finalist in the Ken Davenport Songwriting Competition), a selection from his upcoming musical, and a fan-favorite surprise and you have a delightful evening of evocative piano music, catchy vocal tunes, and a touch of engaging, lighthearted humor. Featured performers include David Perlman (Baby It's You, Yank, Anna Nicole: The Opera), Emily Goglia (TV's "The Sing-Off"), Melanie Burg (The Marvelous Wonderettes, Cruel Shoes), and many more soon to be announced.There is a $25-$65 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: JEREMY JORDAN RETURNS TO 54 BELOW

After a sold-out two-week NYC solo concert debut last fall, Jeremy Jordan returns to 54 BELOW (254 West 54th Street, NYC - 646-476-3551) for eight performances this summer with a brand new show. Shows are scheduled for Monday through Wednesday, June 22nd through 24th and Friday & Saturday, June 26th & 27th at 7:00 pm, with an added show on the 27th at 9:30 pm and Monday & Tuesday, June 29th & 30th at 7:00 pm. The star of The Last 5 Years movie has Broadway credits that include Newsies, Bonnie & Clyde, West Side Story, and Rock of Ages. He is also known for his role on NBC's Smash, as well as major concert engagements such as A Bed And A Chair at Encores! and Parade at Avery Fisher Hall. There is a $65-$120 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.

NYC: ETHAN LIPTON & HIS ORCHESTRA AT JOE'S PUB

Ethan Lipton & His Orchestra will perform at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) on Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 pm. They play an edgy brand of jazz/folk/alternative nosh with a chewy singer-songwriter center. With melancholy wit and a cockeyed worldview, sepia-toned frontman Lipton and band mates Eben Levy (guitar), Ian Riggs (bass) and Vito Dieterle (sax) deliver songs steeped in mixed-message sincerity and soul. The band has appeared at Celebrate Brooklyn, MASS MOCA, Bryant Park, the Camden Opera House, Tangier (LA), Vermont Arts Exchange, and has been featured on NPR and radio stations around the country. There is a $20 cover.

NYC: FEDOROV & KRUZENSHTERN AT JOE'S PUB

JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) presents Fedorov & Kruzenshtern on Saturday, June 27th at 9:30 pm. Wild energy, broken rhythms, strange psychedelic structures, furious guitar sound are coupled with inimitable melodies and charismatic voice - this is how Fedorov & Kruzenshtern sounds live. Imagine Swans meets King Crimson meets Feodor Chaliapin onstage in one spontaneous musical orgy - from progressive rock to free-jazz, from post-punk to ritual music - all imaginable genres are melted into an astonishingly tight musical journey. The lead singer of the outstanding Russian rock band Auktyon, Leonid Fedorov's collaboration with Tel Aviv based avant-rock outfit Kruzenshtern & Parohod has been launched spontaneously in 2013, resulting in 2 albums up to date and numerous sold out concerts in Russia & Israel. Since then the project has transformed enormously as such intensive music collaboration demands new experimental forms for each performance. Starting from very melodious and expressive songs, associated with Fedorov's unique vocal, they broke into creative journey without any musical borders, and full of allusions and interpretations even for those who do not understand Russian lyrics. Featured are Leonid Fedorov - vocals, guitar; Igor Krutogolov - bass, vocals, saw; Dmitri Ozersky - keyboards, percussion; Ruslan Gross - clarinet; and Guy Shechter - drums. There is a $45 cover.

NYC: JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND: SWALLOW MY PRIDE

Mx Justin Vivian Bond, writer, singer, painter, and performance artist, performs at JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - 212-967-7555) on Saturday, June 27th at 11:30 pm and Sunday, June 28th at 9:30 pm. Mx Bond is the author of the Lambda Literary Award winning memoir TANGO: My Childhood, Backwards and in High Heels, published by The Feminist Press and Susie Says - a collaboration with Gina Garan (Powerhouse Books, 2012). V's debut CD DENDRPOPHILE was self-released on WhimsyMusic in 2011 and was followed by SILVER WELLS in 2012. In 2011 Justin Vivian's art exhibition The Fall of the House of Whimsy was presented at Participant Inc. in New York City. Mx Bond was nominated for a Tony Award for Kiki and Herb Alive On Broadway in 2007. Other notable theatrical endeavors include starring as Warhol Superstar Jackie Curtis in Scott Wittman's production of Jukebox Jackie: Snatches of Jackie Curtis as part of La Mama E.T.C.'s 50 Anniversary Season, originating the role of Herculine Barbin in Kate Bornstein's groundbreaking play Hidden: A Gender, touring with the performance troupe The Big Art Group and appearing in John Cameron Mitchell's film Shortbus. Other films include Sunset Stories (2012), Imaginary Heroes (2004), and Fanci's Persuasion (1995). Mx Bond is a recipient of The Ethyl Eichelberger Award, The Peter Reed Foundation Grant, and The Foundation for Contemporary Arts Grants to Artists Award for Performance Art/Theater, an Obie and a Bessie. There is a $25 cover. 

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CABARET EVENTS IN LONDON FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS IN LONDON FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!


LONDON: THE CRAZY COQS PRESENTS STEFAN BEDNARCZYK

One of London's most popular artists, Stefan Bednarczyk, returns to THE CRAZY COQS AT BRASSERIE ZEDEL (20 Sherwood St, Piccadilly, London W1F 7ED - 020 7734 4888) with his show AN EVENING OF FLANDERS AND SWANN, a tribute to Michael Flanders and Donald Swann, the hilarious and hugely talented writers and performers popular in the 50s and 60s on Tuesday through Saturday, June 23rd through 27th at 8:00 pm. The show was originally commissioned in 1995 by the widows of Flanders and Swann, premiering in the West End and going on to be performed all over the world. Claudia Flanders regarded Bednarczyk as the finest interpreter of her late husband's work. Between 1956 and 1967, Flanders and Swann toured Britain and abroad, performing songs and comic monologues in their long-running two-man revues At the Drop of a Hat and At the Drop of Another Hat. Bednarczyk is an actor, Musical Director and cabaret performer. His extensive credits as Musical Director include shows at prestigious venues all over London, and as a solo cabaret performer he has enjoyed seasons in London, New York and many major European cities. He has also performed two sell-out runs at Crazy Coqs with the actress Anne Reid in their Comden and Green show Just In Time. Call for cover/minimum information.

LONDON: LATE NIGHT JAZZ: ROBIN PHILLIPS AT THE CRAZY COQS

Robin Phillips performs at THE CRAZY COQS AT BRASSERIE ZEDEL (20 Sherwood St, Piccadilly, London W1F 7ED - 020 7734 4888) on Saturday, June 27th at 10:30 pm as part of the club's Late Night Jazz Series. Robin Phillips' passionate performances are as informative as they are engaging. With Jay Darwish on upright bass and Alex Best on drums, this energetic trio hark back to a golden age of jazz, whilst maintaining a distinctly modern edge. Inspired by singer / instrumentalists such as Harry Connick Jr and Chet Baker, and jazz vocalists such as Mark Murphy, Mel Torme and Jon Hendricks, Robin's current passion is unearthing the lost introductions to many of the classic jazz standards. The trio will be performing a collection of classic and lesser known jazz standards, many re-arranged with a modern feel, including material from Robin's two previous albums. Call for cover/minimum information.

LONDON: LEE MEAD AT THE PHEASANTRY

Lee Mead returns to THE PHEASANTRY (152-154 King's Road, London SW3 4UT - 08456 027 017) for three nights, Friday through Sunday, June 26th through 28th at 8:30 pm following his very successful concerts at the club in 2014. Lee really enjoyed the intimate atmosphere at the venue last year and is looking forward to showcasing some new songs for his fans prior to his 2015 tour as well as some old favourites. Get up close and personal with Lee and his band, come along and enjoy some beautiful music from his extensive repertoire of songs and soak up the atmosphere at the Pheasantry in the heart of Chelsea. Call for cover/minimum information.

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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER EVENTS TODAY

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBER EVENTS TODAY
Here are today's cabaret events performed/produced by members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
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NYC: JUNE IS JUDY GARLAND MONTH AT DON'T TELL MAMA!

Now in it's 5th Year, "Judy and Liza Together Again", starring internationally acclaimed entertainers Rick Skye and Tommy Femia, named "Best Duo"in 2012 by MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets), has been Extended Again at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) with performances scheduled for Saturdays, June 13th, 20th and 27th - all shows at 8:00 pm. Musical Director: Ricky Ritzel (as Mort/Pappy). Teaming up for an evening of "Just POW!", these MAC and Bistro Award winning performers pull out all the stops, singing classic solo's, parodies, duets and just plain whooping and hollering by the greatest mother/daughter team in show biz history. Tommy Femia is a 7 time winner of the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) Award for his brilliant portrayal of Judy Garland in "Judy Garland LIVE!", now in it's 20th season at Don't Tell Mama. He has also starred in "Whoop-de-doo", "I Will Come Back" and, most recently, "Norma Does Men". Rick Skye is a multi award winning performer, who has written a string of outrageous comic revues including "The Flip Side of Neil Sedaka" (Bistro Award winning performance), "MaCabaret - a tabloid fable", "The War of the Mama Roses", "It's Madame with an E" (performed with his indefatigable co-star - the one and only Madame), "Barbra and Liza LIVE!" (Leicester Theater and Dublin Theatre Festival) and the International hit - "A Slice O' Minnelli" (MAC Award - Best Impersonation) which has enjoyed successful season's in Covent Garden, at the Apollo Theatre in London's West End and at the Dublin Theatre Festival where he received the Award for "Best Achievement in Performance". "Judy and Liza Together Again" premiered at The Rising Action Theater in Ft. Lauderdale to great acclaim and has since toured the Richmond Triangle Theater, Actors Theater of Minnesota, The Palace Theater in Danbury, Connecticut and Martini's Over Eighth in San Diego. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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Friday, June 26, 2015

CABARET EVENTS FOR LOS ANGELES, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE SOUTHWESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR LOS ANGELES, SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE SOUTHWESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Here are today's cabaret events as listed on the home page of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE! Every day in every way we're promoting Cabaret! Your event missing? Send press releases to stuhamstra@svhamstra.com to be included - listings are FREE!
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LOS ANGELES: A JULIE WILSON CELEBRATION AT THE GARDENIA

CABARET WEST(cabaretwest.org ) will present a West Coast Cabaret Salute to the irrepressible and irreplaceable Julie Wilson, hosted by Les Traub and Keri Kelsey., on Friday, June 25th at 9:00 pm at THE GARDENIA(7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444). Julie's remarkable life and career will be celebrated by many of her West Coast friends and colleagues, including Julie's son, Holt McCallany, Peisha McPhee, Andrea Marcovicci, Amanda McBroom, Michele Brourman, Adriana McPhee, Julie Esposito. Musical Director is Shelly Markham.There is no cover charge - just a 2-drink or dinner minimum. Reservations strongly advised.
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SAN DIEGO, CA: FRIDAYS WITH JANICE EDWARDS & NATHAN FRY

Janice and Nathan (Janice Edwards & Nathan Fry) perform on Fridays from 8:00 to 11:00 pm at MARTINI'S ABOVE FOURTH (3940 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA - 619-400-4500). While Nathan's virtuosity speaks for itself, accompaniment to Janice makes for an inspired pair at they present resonant selections from their extensive list of everything from funk to country, gospel and jazz. No cover show.

LOS ANGELES: THE UNAUTHORIZED MUSICAL PARODY OF CRUEL INTENTIONS

Roger Kumble's relentless game of cat and mouse comes to life at the ROCKWELL: TABLE & STAGE (1714 Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA - 323-669-1550) on Thursdays & Fridays in May at 8:00 pm in 'The Unauthorized Musical Parody of Cruel Intentions'. This cult classic tale of seduction and revenge follows despicable step-siblings Sebastian (Broadway's Constantine Rousouli) and Kathryn (Faking It's Katie Stevens) in their attempt to destroy their classmates (Molly McCook and Pitch Perfect's Shelley Regner.) Executive Producer Kate Pazakis. Associate Producer Stephanie Lazard. Adapted by Jordan Ross. Directed by Lindsey Rosin. There is an $18-$45 cover.

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CABARET EVENTS FOR SAN FRANCISCO, NORTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

CABARET EVENTS FOR SAN FRANCISCO, NORTHERN CALIFORNIA & THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
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SAN FRANCISCO: JARROD SPECTOR: A LITTLE HELP FROM MY FRIENDS

Tony Award nominee Jarrod Spector will bring his acclaimed show, A Little Help from My Friends, to FEINSTEIN'S AT THE NIKKO(222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 866-663-1063) for two performances, Thursday, June 25th and Friday, June 26th, both shows at 8:00 pm. Featuring a full band and back-up singers, Jarrod takes the audience on a joyous ride of great songs everyone knows and tells a vivid story about his time as the iconic Frankie Valli in the hit Broadway musical, Jersey Boys. His solo show traces the signature Frankie Valli sound over generations, from Enrico Caruso, Little Jimmy Scott and Little Richard up to the Beach Boys, Paul McCartney, Queen, Billy Joel and Bruno Mars. The evening will include such classic songs as "Unchained Melody," "Maybe I'm Amazed," "Don't You Worry About a Thing," and "Uptown Girl," as well as several Four Seasons hits including "C'mon Marianne," "Beggin," and more! Having played Frankie Valli in Broadway's Jersey Boys for six years (1,500 performances - including a year at The Curran Theater in San Francisco) Jarrod Spector is currently gaining accolades for his portrayal of the iconic songwriter Barry Mann in Beautiful: The Carole Kind Musical. Jarrod's achievements as one of the finest voices of his generation were honored with a Tony nomination in 2014. In addition to his concert collaboration with Jessie Mueller, Tony Winner for her role as Carole King, Jarrod continues to tour in his solo concert show, A Little Help From My Friends. This spring, his Friends concert was filmed by CPTV for airing in 2015. A live CD has been released on Broadway Records. There is a $35-$50 cover plus a $20 food/drink minimum.

SAN FRANCISCO. CA: SEX AND THE CITY LIVE! AT THE OASIS

OASIS (298 11th Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-795-3180), San Francisco's hottest new nightclub and cabaret theater, is presenting the hit show Sex and the City LIVE! this summer! Sex and the City LIVE! features the same team behind the sold-out runs from the past four years in San Francisco. Sex and the City LIVE! will run Thursdays through Saturdays, June 4th through July 3rd at 7:00 pm. Sex and the City LIVE! is a send up of the ground-breaking series that ran on HBO from 1998 through 2004. Each performance features two popular episodes, each tackling modern social issues including sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases, safe sex, promiscuity, femininity, and of course, shoes - while exploring the complex differences between lasting friendships and true relationships. Directed by D'Arcy Drollinger with costumes by Tria, Sex and the City LIVE! features some of San Francisco's most prominent drag performers including Sue Casa as Carrie Bradshaw, D'Arcy Drollinger as Samantha Jones, Lady Bear as Miranda Hobbs and Hannukah•Lewinsky as Charlotte York. Rounding out the cast are: Adam Roy, L. Ron Hubby, Jordan Wheeler, and Manuel Canari. There is a $25-$30 cover. Premium seating is also available starting with the Cosmopolitan Table for $200, which includes a front row table for four guests, plus four premium 'Carrie Cosmos.' Also available is the Samantha Champagne Table for $500, which includes a front-and-center table for four, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot, and a meet-and-greet with the cast immediately following the show. All tickets are available now at http://www.sfoasis.com or in person at the Oasis box office .

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CABARET EVENTS FOR CHICAGO, ST. LOUIS, THE MID-WESTERN & SOUTH WESTERN STATES FOR TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN: LINDA LAVIN AT THE CABARET

There's a new girl in town, as Tony and Golden Globe winner, Linda Lavin, takes the stage at THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB (121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169) with her acclaimed jazz combo, including Billy Stritch on piano, Steve Doyle on bass, hubby Steve Bakunas on drums, John Hart on guitar, and violinist Aaron Weinstein. Performances are Friday, June 26th at 8:00 pm and Saturday, June 27th at 7:00 pm. Five-time Tony nominated singer and actress, Linda Lavin, is known for playing the title character in the sitcom, Alice, as well as for her stage performances, both on Broadway and off-Broadway. She began acting on Broadway in the 1960s, earning notice in It's a Bird ... It's a Plane ... It's Superman and received her first Tony Award nomination for Last of the Red Hot Lovers in 1970. She moved to Hollywood in 1973 and began to work in television, making recurring appearances on Barney Miller before getting the title role in Alice, which ran from 1976 to 1985. In 1987, she returned to Broadway, starring in Broadway Bound (Tony Award), Gypsy (1990), The Sisters Rosensweig (1993), The Diary of Anne Frank (1997•1998) and The Tale of the Allergist's Wife (2000•2001), among others. In 2010, she appeared as Ruth Steiner in Collected Stories, garnering her fifth Tony nomination. She starred in NBC's short-lived sitcom, Sean Saves the World in 2013 as Lorna. There is a $35-$65 cover plus a $12 food/drink minimum.

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CABARET EVENTS FOR NEW JERSEY, PENNSYLVANIA, WASHINGTON DC & MID-ATLANTIC STATES TONIGHT FROM CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE

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NEW HOPE, PA: AN EVENING AT THE "HOUSE OF LEGENDS"

THE RRAZZ ROOM IN NEW HOPE(6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, PA - 888-596-1027) presents An Evening At The "HOUSE OF LEGENDS" on Friday, June 26th at 8:00 pm. There have been great female impersonators over the years, and amazing female / male impersonation shows, but a Evening at the "House of Legends" is going to become one of the most famous female /male impersonator shows ever. An evening at the "House of Legends" is going to astound, delight and entertain its audiences with mind-blowing impressions from some of the top entertainers in America (Past & Present), including Whitney Houston, Patti La Belle, Barbara Streisand, Diana Ross, Cyndi Lauper, Micheal Jackson, Jennifer Lopez (j-lo) and many more. Produced by Diamond Entertainment Management Co. There is a $20 cover.

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