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Tuesday, October 5, 2010

NYC: MISS VALERIE HOLIDAY OF THE THREE DEGREES AT IRIDIUM • MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER


NYC: MISS VALERIE HOLIDAY OF THE THREE DEGREES •
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $10 OFF THE COVER

SCOBAR presents Miss Valerie Holiday of The Three Degrees at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) on Tuesdays, October 5th & 13th with performances at 8:00 & 10:00 pm (added performances at midnight on the 13th). Valerie Holiday, lead vocalist for the record-breaking group The Three Degrees (Maybe, TSOP, When Will I See You Again), acclaimed by the Guinness Book of World Records as the Longest Running Female Vocal Trio in history, is now diversifying, expanding her already impressive resume, embarking on a solo career. This show marks Valerie's debut at Iridium in New York City, performing her own show of classic love songs old and new, something for everyone. Prepare to be astounded by the depth and talents of this incredible performer as a new dawn breaks and another chapter begins. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.$20 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TODAY IN NYC: KEVIN DOZIER PRESENTS "TAKE ME TO THE WORLD" • TUESDAYS IN OCTOBER


TODAY IN NYC: KEVIN DOZIER PRESENTS "TAKE ME TO THE WORLD" • TUESDAYS IN OCTOBER

Singer Kevin Dozier will bring his acclaimed cabaret show "TAKE ME TO THE WORLD" toTHE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Tuesdays, October 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th at 7:00 pm. The evening, directed by Lennie Watts, includes songs by Maltby and Shire, Jones and Schmidt, Irving Berlin, Jerry Herman, Lerner and Loewe, Stephen Sondheim, Noel Coward, Ervin Drake and others. Kevin debuted "Take Me to the World" at FEINSTEIN'S earlier this year and returns in this extended engagement at the popular theatre-district restaurant and cabaret theatre named for Broadway's Laurie Beechman. Kevin will be joined by Musical Director Alex Rybeck at the piano.Kevin made his critically acclaimed NYC cabaret debut at DON'T TELL MAMA in June, 2008, followed by two successful runs at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (October 2008 and 2009) and FEINSTEIN'S in 2010. He was a 2009 MAC Award nominee for "Best Male Debut Performance" and was named "Male Cabaret Performer of the Year" in the San Francisco Cabaret Competition. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERSHIP COUNT AT 296 - ONLY FOUR MORE NEEDED FOR 300!


CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERSHIP COUNT AT 296 - ONLY FOUR MORE NEEDED FOR 300!


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NYC: AMANDA KING TO DEBUT IN NYC AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM OCTOBER 8th • MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER


NYC: AMANDA KING TO DEBUT IN NYC AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM OCTOBER 8th •
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Jazz and cabaret singer Amanda King will make her New York City debut on Friday, October 8th at 11:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with her new show "Forgotten Women, Lost Songs". This show pays tribute to three remarkable singers/performers of yesteryear; Blanche Calloway, Bea Wain, and Mildred Bailey. In addition it will bring back to the stage and to the ear some songs of the 1930s and 40s (movie musicals, big band swing era, Great American Songbook) that haven't been heard in decades. Joining her onstage will be three great jazz musicians - Daryl Kojak, piano & musical director; Sean Conly, bass; Anthony Pinciotti, drums. Invited to sing at the Opening Night Gala of the 21st New York Cabaret Convention presented by The Mabel Mercer Foundation, King is the only west coast based singer to join the Thursday, October 7th evening star-studded lineup of veteran entertainers including Andrea Marcovicci, Barbara Carroll, and Marilyn Maye at FREDERICK P. ROSE HALL at JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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Monday, October 4, 2010

NYC: THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK PROJECT SALUTES MARGARET WHITING


NYC: THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK PROJECT SALUTES MARGARET WHITING

The American Songbook Project , a non-profit dedicated to presenting American popular songs in our schools with the goal of educating and developing new audiences for them, will honor singing legend Margaret Whiting and director Michael Mayer at a wildly original charity event at theTHE EDISON BALLROOM (240 West 47th Street, NYC - ) on Saturday, November 6th from 7:00 to 11:00 pm. Songbook's "Name That Tune" costume party will feature costumes ranging from the simple to the sublime, entertainment and dancing, cocktails and dinner, a silent and a live auction, as well as a juried costume fashion show for the most eye-catching and clever designs. Tickets for the charity event are $250 per person, with a limited number of $150 tickets available for supporters under-35. To purchase tickets, or for more information, call 212-362-2115, or visitwww.theamericansongbookproject.org

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BREAKING NEWS: ODETTE'S BY ANY OTHER NAME....

ODETTE'S BY ANY OTHER NAME....

Bob Egan, who used to book the flood ravaged ODETTE'S in New Hope, passes along word that a friend of his by the name of Tom Frank has purchased HARLANS at THE NEVERMORE (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, PA). He has moved some of his staff from his nearby Knight House Restaurant and 86 West, including his fabulous Sushi Menu, and the new operation started last night. The place will soon to be named The Clarion Hotel of New Hope and Bob has taken on the entertainment bookings through Bob Egan Entertainment! . Watch for great things to be happening really soon!
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SUE'S VIEWS, REVIEWS AND NEWS NOW ON THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE


We received Sue Matsuki's debut column overnight, and you can click here -  http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ and there in the home page is a temporary link to get there right under the new logo designed especially for this section.

In the column Sue has a section of "views" where she talks about "what NOT to do" when performing in cabaret. 

She reviews 5 of the 8 shows she has seen since October 22nd, including WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA, TODD MURRAY in CROON, THE LINDA KOSUT BAND, MARY FOSTER CONKLIN & JOHN DIPINTO, and MARQUEE FIVE in 8 TRACK THROWBACK. 

She also offers some news items, including some shows coming up she highly recommends:
TODD MURRAY - TONIGHT, Monday, October 4th at 9:30 at the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) - $20 Cover / 2 Drink Minimum
MARQUEE FIVE - Saturday, October 16th at 6:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA(343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) $20 Cover / 2 Drink Minimum, Cash only.
JOYCE BREACH & SIR RODNEY BENNETT - Open a new show October 5th, 6th & 26th at 7:00 pm and on the 29th at 9:30 at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) $20 Cover / 2 Drink Minimum
JOAN RIVERS LIVE IN TIMES SQUARE - October 20th & 21st at 9:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). For reservations, go to:http://westbankcafe.com/beechman_theatre.html and click on TICKETS under Joan's flier.

Sue will be sending in her column on a schedule that might not always match the newsletter schedule, so I will announce when any additional columns are on the website via TWITTERFACEBOOK ( and also on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG
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TODAY IN S.F.: KAREL STANDS UP! UNCENSORED, UNFILTERED, UNHINGED

TODAY IN S.F.: KAREL STANDS UP! UNCENSORED, UNFILTERED, UNHINGED

Be prepared for the fastest and funniest two hours allowed by law as Karel Stands Up v6.0 hits the stage at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) on Monday, October 4th at 8:00 pm. Biting wit, splitting comedy, painful truths and hysterical life stories (and even a few parody songs thrown in) makes the stage show everything his radio show is and more. Karel is the host of the syndicated "The Karel Show" heard in San Francisco on KKGN Green960, Santa Cruz/Monterey on KRXA 540 AM, KYNS San Luis Obispo and KJRB Spokane. He has had #1 talk shows at Citadel/ABC's flagship station, KGO AM 810 San Francisco (#1 overall station) and for KFI AM 640 Los Angeles. Unafraid and uninhibited, Karel attacks the stage using current events as a springboard for comedy that has been compared to some of the greatest political and social satirists of all time. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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TODAY IN L.A.: PHANTOM'S LUKE GROOMS LIVE! AT THE GARDENIA


TODAY IN L.A.: PHANTOM'S LUKE GROOMS LIVE! AT THE GARDENIA

Luke Grooms, who currently play Piangi in the Farewell National Tour of The Phantom of the Opera, sings a one night solo cabaret at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444) on Monday, October 4th at 9:00 pm. The show,"Put Your Junk in Your Trunk, Luke Grooms Live!", will feature works by many new up-and-coming composers, including Pasek and Paul, Joe Iconis, Scott Alan, and more. Newport, Tennessee born Luke Grooms, is quickly earning a name for himself around the country as an up-and-coming leading tenor. Luke's training includes a B.A. in Music from Emory and Henry College, and a M.M. in Voice from The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. He has been a part of some of the most prestigious opera training programs in the country, including Glimmerglass Opera, Chautauqua Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, Sarasota Opera, and Opera North. Luke is equally at home in musical theater and cabaret. He performed in the New York premiere of Jerry Springer: The Opera, at Carnegie Hall, singing the dual roles of Dwight and God. Luke reprised these roles in the New England premiere of the work with Boston's Speakeasy Stage Company in May of 2009. He recently performed in a reading of a new musical, Going Hollywood, directed by Jerry Mitchell and staring Christine Ebersole and Richard Kind. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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TODAY IN NYC: GPS GIRL KAREN JACOBSEN AT THE BEECHMAN


TODAY IN NYC: GPS GIRL KAREN JACOBSEN AT THE BEECHMAN

Joined by her three piece band, GPS Girl Karen Jacobsen will perform at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Monday, October 4th at 9:30 pm. Karen will navigate through an evening of melodic piano pop songs, including material from her four studio releases, from her upcoming album "Take a Little Drive" and brand new songs including the theme to her upcoming TV show, "Travel the World with The GPS Girl". Karen Jacobsen has shared the stage with Norah Jones, Cyndi Lauper, Deborah Cox and Christopher Cross, her songs have been heard on Dawson's Creek, Passions and NBC. At this moment Karen's speaking voice is used around the world in GPS units in many millions of cars giving people directions, and on Aussie Hair Care's "Put Some Roo In Your Do" campaign. There is a $40 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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TODAY IN NYC: BRONWYN RUCKER'S THE HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI

TODAY IN NYC: THE HAPPY HOUR SALON AT IDO SUSHI

Bronwyn Rucker hosts "The Happy Hour Salon" 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, October 4th, Co-Host is Barbara Mundy, with Jerry Scott at the piano. Join Bronwyn's Frolics, Follies, Gaities, Vanities, Scandals! So come down and sing a song, meet new friends and have a fun time in the Village. No cover.

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TODAY IN NYC: CYNTHIA KAPLAN & NANCY GILES: THE NEW JACK PARR SHOW


TODAY IN NYC: CYNTHIA KAPLAN & NANCY GILES: THE NEW JACK PARR SHOW

Humorist and CBS Morning Show commentator Nancy Giles and author and comedian Cynthia Kaplan are returning to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Mondays, October 4th & 25th at 7:00 pm with "The New Jack Parr Show". This live talk/variety show, modeled, sort of, after the late Jack Paar's classic television program will feature Kaplan & Giles' hilarious take on current events, plenty of comedy, probably some songs and special guests - comics, musicians, writers - most of whom will be more famous than Kaplan or Giles, but that's life. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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TODAY IN NYC: JAZZ AND CABARET SINGER TODD MURRAY IN "CROON" • MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER


TODAY IN NYC: JAZZ AND CABARET SINGER TODD MURRAY IN "CROON"
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER

Los Angeles based singer Todd Murray returns with his show, "Croon" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Monday, October 4th at 9:30 pm. Alex Rybeck at the piano leads the trio comprised of Sean Harkness on guitar and Steve Doyle on bass. Todd will be debuting a new tune "And I'm Leaving Today", written with Alex, in the show. A former Broadway star, Mr. Murray has been touring the country in his acclaimed show "Stardust And Swing" which is also the title of his most recent CD. With 22 songs, "Croon" hits on each decade since 'crooning' came into popularity in the 1920's with standards as well as contemporary tunes by Dillon, Leonard Cohan.There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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Sunday, October 3, 2010

TODAY IN M.W.: BARBARA PARKER HELMER IN "ME AND MISS PEGGY LEE"


TODAY IN M.W.: BARBARA PARKER HELMER IN "ME AND MISS PEGGY LEE"

Barbara Parker Helmer returns to the KRANZBERG ART CENTER (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Saturday, October 2nd at 8:00 pm and Sunday, October 3rd at 2:00 pm. Her new show "Me and Miss Peggy Lee" is a tribute to a singer she holds dear. Music direction by Carol Schmidt with Ric Vice on bass. In her all-new show, Barb Helmer explores the legacy of Peggy Lee and takes on a trove of Lee's classic pop, including some of her signature hits along with a few hidden gems. Barbara was featured recently in The Orange Girls' There Is Nothing Like A Dame, and the original "Casual Cabaret". Barbara has sung in charity productions with St. Louis Showstoppers, Broadway Fantasies, St. Louis Charities Performances, and Gifted Productions. Call for cover/minimum information.
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TODAY IN M.W.: THE HILLS ARE ALIVE WITH THE SOUND OF JULIE


TODAY IN M.W.: THE HILLS ARE ALIVE WITH THE SOUND OF JULIE

Laura Freeman brings her new cabaret show, The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie, toTHE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 - ) on Sunday, October 3rd at 2:00 pm. Laura will be doling out a spoonful of sugar along with many favorite Julie tunes. Laura and her musical director Beckie Menzie previously created Sentimental Journey: The Music of Doris Day, and now Ms. Andrews seemed like the next logical performer to honor with a tribute show. Laura plans to share stories about the actress' amazing career in vaudeville, Broadway and film in between singing some of her most beloved songs, including "I Could Have Danced All Night" (My Fair Lady), "A Spoonful of Sugar" (Mary Poppins), "Le Jazz Hot" (Victor/Victoria) and, of course, "The Sound of Music". Tickets are $20-$25.copyright 2010 - CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - POST YOUR COMMENTS BELOW

TODAY IN M.W.: HEATHER IN A TRIBUTE TO ROSIE AT THE SKOKIE


TODAY IN M.W.: HEATHER IN A TRIBUTE TO ROSIE AT THE SKOKIE

Heather Moran will bring her show "Rosie! A Tribute...." back to THE SKOKIE THEATRE(7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 - ) on Sunday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm. "Rosie! A Tribute" is a loving and well-told musical adventure spanning the 40 year career of the great Girl Singer, Rosemary Clooney. Heather Moran has created a musical tapestry from the colorful life of Clooney, spanning from her birth in Maysville, Kentucky, through her nervous breakdown in the late 1960's, her mid 1970's comeback, all the way to her death in 2002. Heather is accompanied by Damian Espinosa plus Marc Piane, Jeff Lien and vocalist Myles Hayes. Heather has performed this show at some venues such as Davenports, Maxim's and the Acorn Theater in Michigan, and recently presented it to sold-out audiences at Milwaukee's Wilson Center for the Arts. Tickets are $30.
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TODAY IN M.W.: "JUST ME" STARRING JUSTIN WILLIAMS IN CABARET DEBUT


TODAY IN M.W.: "JUST ME" STARRING JUSTIN WILLIAMS

Lampkin Music Group presents "JUST ME", starring 19 year old Justin Williams with the Rebecca Wilson Trio at the MORRIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (211 North Michigan Street, South Bend, IN - 574-235-9198 - ) on Sunday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm. In the last 5 years, Justin's theater experience, whether in school or out, has kept him very busy. This year alone, Justin has appeared in the lead role of Seymour in "Little Shop of Horrors" at South Bend Civic; Stromboli in "Gepetto and Son"; and the lead role of Robbie Hart in "The Wedding Singer". Mix that with playing Warren Sheffield in the Elkhart production of "Meet Me In St. Louis" the beginning of August and ending the month in the chorus of the concert version of "Kiss Me Kate" at Notre Dame. Besides rehearsing for "Just Me" his concert debut, Justin will also be in rehearsal for the anticipated musical version of "Frankenstein" for Main stage Theater. The concert will be a selection of songs close to the heart of Justin. So far, selections include "Out There" "Over the Rainbow" which is a tribute to his school mentors, David and the late Judy Case, and "Someone to Fall Back On". Tickets are $18.

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RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MUSIC OF DORIS DAY • CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB

RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": MUSIC OF DORIS DAY
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - 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, and is 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. On Sunday, October 3rd, EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN will feature the music of Doris Day. Some of the songs from her career that you will hear: "Sentimental Journey" with Les Brown & His Orchestra; Irving Berlin's "They Say It's Wonderful" in duet with Robert Goulet; "Yes" (Andre Previn / Dory Previn); "Whatever Will Be, Will Be (Que Sera, Sera)"; and "Invitation To The Blues". For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ or contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future shows. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives athttp://www.archive.wbai.org/ .

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TODAY IN NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON: CO-HOST DARYL SHERMAN


TODAY IN NYC: MARK JANAS' SALON: CO-HOST DARYL SHERMAN

Mark Janas' Salon returns to ETCETERA ETCETERA (352 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-399-4141 - ). The Salon is where singers, writers and musicians share their talent with each other and audience members around a chosen theme. Co-host for Sunday, October 3rd is Daryl Sherman. Theme is "Weather or Not". As always, the theme is only a suggestion; you may perform anything you like in any musical genre: Broadway, pop, rock, country, jazz, classical, etc. See http://www.markjanasthesalon.com/ for more details. Salon continues every Sunday (except October 31st, November 28th & December 5th) through December 19th! There is a $10 cash cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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TODAY IN NYC: DEBUT OF BRYAN BATT WITH "BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF" AT FEINSTEIN'S


TODAY IN NYC: DEBUT OF BRYAN BATT WITH "BATT ON A HOT TIN ROOF"

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) presents the debut Bryan Batt, two-time Screen Actors Guild Award winner and star of television's "Mad Men", on Sunday & Monday, October 3rd and 4th at 8:30 pm. Mr. Batt takes to the New York nightclub stage with "Batt On A Hot Tin Roof" in an evening of song and charismatic storytelling, weaving a hilarious and poignant tale of his "life experience" in the Big Apple and the Big Easy. From Cole Porter to Burt Bacharach, embracing classic Broadway and new composers, Batt creates a fun filled evening celebrating heart, hope, and home. Batt is a native New Orleanian actor, designer, fund-raiser, and civic activist in both New Orleans and New York. He plays Salvatore Romano on AMC's Emmy, Golden Globe, and Peabody Award-winning drama "Mad Men" and was recently featured as Spencer Cannon on the final episodes of "Ugly Betty." A Broadway veteran, Mr. Batt has also appeared on the Great White Way in productions of La Cage Aux Folles (Albin Standby), Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere) Suessical the Musical (The Cat in the Hat), Saturday Night Fever (Monty), The Scarlet Pimpernel, Sunset Boulevard, Joseph ... Dreamcoat, Starlight Express and Cats. There is a $40-$60 cover with a $25 food/drink minimum.
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TODAY IN NYC: NIKKI MACCALLUM'S MUSICAL GUIDE TO INTERNET DATING


TODAY IN NYC: NIKKI MACCALLUM'S MUSICAL GUIDE TO INTERNET DATING

"Matchmaker, Matchmaker: I'm Willing to Settle", a musical guide to Internet dating with Nikki MacCallum, making her cabaret debut, will be presented at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-255-5438 - ) on Saturday, October 2nd at 4:30 pm; Sunday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm and Monday, November 1st at 7:00 pm. Since graduating cum laude from New York University with a degree in vocal performance, Nikki has been pursuing a career as an actress, continuing her vocal skills study with one of Broadway's top coaches and successful cabaret performers, Marianne Challis, and writing the saga of one young woman's Internet dating experiences. The songs are by Elmer Bernstein and Carolyn Leigh, Trisha Yearwood and Anne Hampton Calloway, Amanda McBroom, Stephen Sondheim, and others. The song selection moves "the true stories" of Internet dating along greatly, complementing Miss MacCallum's original, witty book. Musical direction and arrangements are by Michael Foreman. Staging is by Kevin Moon Loh. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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TODAY IN NYC: HAROLD SANDITEN RETURNS WITH "THOUGHTS 'ROUND MIDNIGHT"

TODAY IN NYC: HAROLD SANDITEN RETURNS WITH "THOUGHTS 'ROUND MIDNIGHT"

Following the successes of "The Secret of Life" and "Love Exposed" in both London (Pizza on the Park) and New York (The Duplex and Don't Tell Mama), Harold Sanditen returns to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Friday, October 1st at 7.30 pm; Saturday, October 2nd at 5.30 pm; and Sunday October 3rd at 3.30 pm with "Thoughts 'Round Midnight." This is a brand new show of songs, exploring the those innermost thoughts we all can fall into late at night - loneliness, gratitude, jealousy, joy, love, fantasies, lost opportunities, and even revenge. Harold's vocal style covers the whole gamut, from jazz and Latin, to pop, ballads and show tunes. Harold recently attended the International Cabaret Conference at Yale University, studying with Julie Wilson, Sally Mayes, Tovah Feldshuh, Sharon McKnight, Jason Graae, Alex Rybek, and Faith Prince, amongst many others. Previously, Harold attended The Art of Cabaret in Steamboat Springs, Colorado in 2009, studying with Andrea Marcovicci, Karen Mason, Barry Kleinbort, Christopher Denny, Shelly Markham and David Gaines; and in 2007 Harold studied cabaret performance with Helen Baldassare in an intensive week-long workshop in Tuscany. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

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TODAY IN NYC: TREVOR SOUTHWORTH: CHOKING ON EVIL THOUGHTS AT THE BEECHMAN


TODAY IN NYC: TREVOR SOUTHWORTH: CHOKING ON EVIL THOUGHTS AT THE BEECHMAN

"Trevor Southworth: Choking on Evil Thoughts", a one man show starring Trevor Southworth, with special guests Becca Southworth, Gabrielle Stravelli and Craig Lowry will be presented on Sunday, October 3rd at 9:30 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Directed by Gavin Esham and Musical Direction by Jeffrey Biering. Whether it is on the street, at work, on the subway or in your car, we all have thoughts that we have to keep to ourselves. Now the secrets are out. You can finally see what's really on Trevor's mind. Mixed in with Broadway tunes and heavy metal songs as you have never heard them before you will get a glimpse into the evil thoughts that run through his head on a daily basis. Choking on Evil Thoughts promises to entertain and offend like few cabarets before. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.

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TODAY IN NYC: GRACE COSGROVE SINGS LAURA NYRO AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

TODAY IN NYC: GRACE COSGROVE SINGS LAURA NYRO AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM

Grace Cosgrove sets off on a long-term project dedicated to the music of Laura Nyro on Sunday, October 3rd at 4:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ). Laura Nyro was an innovative and prolific singer-songwriter in the 60's and 70's. Her early albums The First Songs, Eli and the Thirteenth Confession and New York Tendaberry, melded pop, folk, jazz, R&B, gospel, and even Broadway influences into a strikingly original sound. Some of her most famous songs were: "Wedding Bell Blues," "Eli's Comin'," "Stoney End," "And When I Die," and "Stoned Soul Picnic." Musical director is Don Rebic, with Courtney Sappington on Guitar, Dan Gross on Drums, Jason DiMatteo on Bass with backup vocals by Margaret Dorn, Emily Bindiger and Diane Garisto. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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TODAY IN AUS: THE BUTTERFLY CLUB'S 11th BIRTHDAY DOPPELGANGER PARTY!


TODAY IN AUS: THE BUTTERFLY CLUB'S 11th BIRTHDAY DOPPELGANGER PARTY!

THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) will hold a special "doppelganger party" on Sunday, October 3rd, starting at 6:00 pm, to celebrate 11 years of Melbourne's kitschiest performance venue. Prizes are on offer for people dressed as a celebrity they look like. There are various definitions of the term 'doppelganger' but for the purposes of this celebration the club will be using the facebook-inspired one, whereby guests are invited to dress up as a celebrity they look like. After 11 years of unlikely staying power as an independent, non-publicly funded venue in an ever-fluid Melbourne arts scene, 11 years of discovering and nurturing new talent, of hosting always fun and sometimes naughty parties and shaking and stirring 100,000+ cocktails, it's time to party! The Butterfly Club has also been the launching pad for the annual Short+Sweet Cabaret festival (now in its third year) and the just-concluded, wildly successful Melbourne Cabaret Festival. There is no cover charge.
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