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Multi Award winning Director/ Producer /Performer Lennie Watts bring the 2004 Nightlife Award winning, "Under The Covers" series to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Sundays and Mondays in March. "Under The Covers" is a series in which each show features a different artist performing their favorite record album from start to finish. On Monday, March 29th, performers/covers are: 7:00 pm - Carole J Bufford sings Randy Newman's "Lonely at the Top"; 7:30 pm - Gretchen Reinhagen sings Janis Joplin's "Pearl"; 9:30 pm - Terese Genecco sings Elvis Presley's "Elvis Presley". There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum for each show. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: MAYBE IT'S BECAUSE OF LOVE WITH CONKLIN & DIPINTO
An evening of duets, "Maybe It's Because of Love", featuring Mary Foster Conklin and John DiPinto will be presented at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Monday, March 29th at 7:00 pm. The duo will be joined by Tony Romano on guitar and Skip Ward on bass. John DiPinto and Mary Foster Conklin have appeared onstage together in various guises through the years. They began to experiment with vocal duets last Spring, first at the Caffe Vivaldi and later during the Summer on the fire escape above Highline Park with the Renegade Cabaret. John will play accordion when the mood strikes him. They'll be doing some cool arrangements of the Beatles, the Foo Fighters, Alec Wilder & Fran Landesman, the Bobs, Smokey Robinson and more. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: THE DAVID BERGER JAZZ ORCHESTRA CD RELEASE SHOW
The David Berger Jazz Orchestra will celebrate the release of their groundbreaking new album Sing Me A Love Song: Harry Warren's Undiscovered Standards, with two sets at DIZZY'S CLUB AT JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER (33 West 60th Street, NYC - 212-258-9595 - ) on Monday, March 29th, at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. The evening will feature vocal performances by Freda Payne ("Band Of Gold," "Bring The Boys Home") and Denzal Sinclaire (National Jazz Award Winner).
For the first time ever, these previously unrecorded and unpublished melodies by Harry Warren (1893-1981), the legendary composer of iconic hits like "Lullaby of Broadway," "At Last" and "Jeepers Creepers," are seeing the light of day with a thrilling big band sound. Warren - who won three Academy Awards out of eleven nominations - had more songs on the Hit Parade's Top 10 than Gershwin, Berlin or Porter. These new songs with smart and sophisticated new lyrics written by Paul Mendenhall - appropriate to the period yet never dated - have the quality of Golden Age classics with their beautiful melodies and distinctive hooks. Tickets are $20.
NYC: JUDY BUTTERFIELD: "HOW LONG HAS THIS BEEN GOING ON?"
Judy Butterfield makes her debut at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) on Monday, March 29th at 8:30 pm. She will be joined by her special guest, Brian Lane Green. Musical Director is Alex Rybek, and the show is directed by Clifford Bell. Jared Egan will be on bass. Her acclaimed show "How Long Has This Been Going On?", is a look at songs of "discovering love", within the Great American Songbook, from composers like Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, and the Gershwins to Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan. Ms. Butterfield recently received the coveted Julie Wilson Award at the Mabel Mercer Foundation's Cabaret Convention held at Lincoln Center. At twenty years old, Ms. Butterfield has performed concerts across the country, released two CDs "Judy Sings Judy: Live From The Empire Plush Room" and "How Long Has This Been Going On?", and has played multiple engagements at New York's prestigious Oak Room at The Algonquin Hotel. Call for cover/minimum information.
L.A.AREA: PALM SPRINGS WELCOMES FRANCESCA AMARI
Francesca Amari, who recent relocated from Michigan to San Diego, California, makes her Palm Springs debut with her critically acclaimed show, "SECRETLY SQUARE: Guilty Pleasure Songs" at BLAME IT ON MIDNIGHT (777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA - 760-323-1200 - ) on Monday, March 29th at 8:00 pm. The show pays homage to guilty pleasure songs from such legendary performers as Johnny Mathis, The Carpenters, Captain & Tennille, Neil Sedaka and more. Originally directed by Barry Kleinbort with musical direction by Christopher Denny, Francesca will be appearing with Palm Springs pianist Joel Baker.
ScoBar Entertainment & BUG:OUT: MUSIC announce that Terese Genecco & her 8-piece "Little Big Band" will celebrate their 1st Anniversary of monthly performances atIRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121) on Tuesday, March 30th with two completely different sets, at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. Genecco will continue to headline at the club on the Last Tuesday of every month with Grammy, Tony, and Emmy-Winning performers as her guest stars, as schedules permit. The 1st Year Anniversary show will prominently feature West Coast Singer-Composer-Lyricist Mark Winkler and NYC favorite Mary Foster Conklin in both sets. Genecco's "little big band" features a who's-who of New York City's finest jazz musicians including Barry Levitt on piano, Lew Soloff on trumpet, Michael Berkowitz on drums, Mayra Casales on Latin Percussion, Tom Hubbard on bass, Sean Harkness on guitar, Cliff Lyons on tenor sax, Mark Miller and Isrea Butler on trombone, and also featuring Kenny Lavender on trumpet and Joe Abba on drums. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Jazz legend Annie Ross continues her unprecedented, record-breaking, multi-year run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), Tuesday nights in February at 9:30 pm. Ms. Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. Annie Ross is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", "Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 minimum.
NYC: SETH'S TALENT SHOWCASE AT DON'T TELL MAMA
Songwriter/director/musical director Seth Bisen-Hersh will present his next Talent Showcase at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Tuesday, March 30th at 7:00 pm. Performers include Ann Bonner, Caroline Ferenczi, Chris Gobles, Ali Grieb, Ashleigh Smith and Kristen White. Seth serves as the Emceeing Accompanist. The show has a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: FABIAN HARTWELL IN "FAB IS HALF MY NAME"
Fabian Hartwell brings hus show "FAB is Half My Name" to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Tuesday, March 30th at 9:30 pm. The show features Broadway's Tory Ross. As an accomplished cabaret performer, Fabian regularly performs in London and has taken his solo shows as far as Australia and New Zealand. He is a graduate of the Australian National Drama School (NIDA) and while at NIDA he played John Hinckley in Assassins. More recently Fabian appeared as Muddles in Sleeping Beauty, Private Harwood in the British Premiere of Kurt Weill's Johnny Johnson in the Lost Musicals Season (Sadlers Wells), created the role of Starfish for a new children's musical and Buffalo Bill in the European Premiere of Silence! The Musical. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: GARY PEACOCK, MARC COPLAND & BILL STEWART AT BIRDLAND
Gary Peacock will be joined on stage by Marc Copland (piano) & Bill Stewart (drums) at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, March 30th through April 3rd with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Over the span of five decades, Gary Peacock has established himself as one of the most versatile and talented bass players in jazz. One of his earliest influences was avant-garde saxophonist Albert Ayler, with whom Peacock performed and recorded in the 1960s. His music has also been greatly affected by his studies of Eastern music and philosophy. Since the 1980s, Peacock has been adding contemporary twists to old standards with pianist Keith Jarrett's trio including Jack DeJohnette on drums. Peacock also continues to experiment in his collaborations with pianist Paul Bley, with whom he has worked since the 1960s. Having cut his chops with the likes of Ornette Coleman, Jimmy Guiffre and Don Ellis on the West Coast, Peacock emerged as the true chameleon musician that he is. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
AUS: SING US A SONG YOU'RE THE PIANO, ANNE
Fairdog presents Anne Edmonds in "Sing Us A Song You're The Piano, Anne" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, March 23rd through April 4th at 9:00 pm (Tues, Wed, & Sun. at 8:00 pm). Anne Edmonds (Tough at the Top, ABC online) has been watching you and if you're lucky you'll end up as one of her characters. A night of stories, songs and "special" guests. Call for cover/minimum information.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD WEDNESDAY - MARCH 31st MARCH IS CABARET MONTH CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: "QUESTIONS, ANSWERS AND GRATITUDE" AT THE DUPLEX
On Wednesday, March 31st at 7:00 pm, Benjamin F. Smith brings his show "Questions, Answers and Gratitude" to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ). In the show, Benjamin discovers that questions lead to answers, which lead to more questions, and there are times in the whole process when one things he was losing his sanity. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: JUDY BARNETT'S JAZZ-A-TERIA AT SMOKE
The JUDY BARNETT'S JAZZ-A-TERIA celebrates the 11th year if the SMOKE JAZZ & SUPPER CLUB (2751 Broadway, NYC - 212-864-6662 - ) on Wednesday, March 31st with sets at 7:00, 9:00 & 10:30 pm. With Judy on vocals, the band includes Ted Kooshian on piano, Tom Hubbard on bass, Joe Ascione on drums, Marshal Rosenberg on percussion. No cover charge. First two sets $29.95 prix fixe 3-course dinner, 4rd set a $20 food/drink minimum.
NYC: CHERYL ANN ALLEN IN "SOPHIE TUCKER IN PERSON"
Cheryl Ann Allen brings to life the music, humor and drama of one of the greatest stars in show business in "Sophie Tucker in Person" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Wednesdays, March 31st & April 28th and Friday, May 21st, all shows at 7:00 pm. From the Vaudeville era to the Ed Sullivan Show, Ms. Tucker will be brought back to the stage through her great music and anecdotes of her life. Cheryl Ann is accompanied by her pianist and confidant Mr. Ted Shapiro. The show is written by Ian Finkel. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: SHEERA BEN-DAVID AT FEINSTEIN'S
Award winning and critically acclaimed Sheera Ben David will appear at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) Wednesday through Saturday, March 31st through April 3rd, at 8:30 pm. The show is called, "A Heart in New York" and will cover everything from Berlin, Gershwin & Sondheim to Annie Lennox & Carly Simon. Sheera's brother, Adam Ben-David (conductor of "Jersey Boys") serves as musical director and arranger. Eric Michael Gillett directs. Joining Sheera on stage are Mat Fieldes on Bass, Matt Zebroski on Drums, Jake Ezra Schwartz on Guitar and Robert Burkhart on Cello. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: GARY PEACOCK, MARC COPLAND & BILL STEWART AT BIRDLAND
Gary Peacock will be joined on stage by Marc Copland (piano) & Bill Stewart (drums) at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, March 30th through April 3rd with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Over the span of five decades, Gary Peacock has established himself as one of the most versatile and talented bass players in jazz. One of his earliest influences was avant-garde saxophonist Albert Ayler, with whom Peacock performed and recorded in the 1960s. His music has also been greatly affected by his studies of Eastern music and philosophy. Since the 1980s, Peacock has been adding contemporary twists to old standards with pianist Keith Jarrett's trio including Jack DeJohnette on drums. Peacock also continues to experiment in his collaborations with pianist Paul Bley, with whom he has worked since the 1960s. Having cut his chops with the likes of Ornette Coleman, Jimmy Guiffre and Don Ellis on the West Coast, Peacock emerged as the true chameleon musician that he is. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
Janis Paige return to the cabaret scene makes her THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444) debut on Wednesday, March 31st at 9:00 pm. Ms. Paige was a film star for Warner Bros. in the 40s, a Broadway leading lady in Pajama Game in the 50s, a cast member of various TV series in the 80s and 90s. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: SING US A SONG YOU'RE THE PIANO, ANNE
Fairdog presents Anne Edmonds in "Sing Us A Song You're The Piano, Anne" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, March 23rd through April 4th at 9:00 pm (Tues, Wed, & Sun. at 8:00 pm). Anne Edmonds (Tough at the Top, ABC online) has been watching you and if you're lucky you'll end up as one of her characters. A night of stories, songs and "special" guests. Call for cover/minimum information.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD THURSDAY - APRIL 1st CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: KATIE PETTERLE RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Vocalist Katie Petterle returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Thursday, April 1st at 7:30 pm after making her debut in January. Singing the greatest pop rock songs from the last 50 years, Katie and her accompanist, Greg Schlotthauer, perform favorites from the Beatles, Joni Mitchell, Bob Marley, Carol King and more. Kate Petterle grew up performing in theaters all over the Sacramento area. She attended The Boston Conservatory on a merit scholarship and moved to New York after graduating in 2001. She has been heard on TV singing the theme song for the Saturday morning cartoon "Fighting Foodons" and on promotional ads for FOX's Saturday morning cartoon lineup. Kate has also lent her voice to a number of characters on "Pokemon". She is most proud of singing with The Boston Pops conducted by Keith Lockhart and recording music in Paris with popular jazz pianist Franc Monbaylet. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: JIMMY GLEASON - ACTOR UNDER FIRE
Jimmy Gleason brings his show "Actor Under Fire" to the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Monday, March 1st at 7:00 pm. Additional performances are scheduled for Mondays, April 5th & 12th. The show is a solo performance account of Gleason's enlistment in the Air Force, being sent to Vietnam and then once there, being cast to star in Neil Simon's Star Spangled Girl. Having traveled to over twenty base camps, hospitals villages and to the front lines for over a month to bring this show to men and women in uniform, Gleason tells the story of the effect the tour had on him as well as the stories of the soldiers. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: SHEERA BEN-DAVID AT FEINSTEIN'S
Award winning and critically acclaimed Sheera Ben David will appear at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) Wednesday through Saturday, March 31st through April 3rd, at 8:30 pm. The show is called, "A Heart in New York" and will cover everything from Berlin, Gershwin & Sondheim to Annie Lennox & Carly Simon. Sheera's brother, Adam Ben-David (conductor of "Jersey Boys") serves as musical director and arranger. Eric Michael Gillett directs. Joining Sheera on stage are Mat Fieldes on Bass, Matt Zebroski on Drums, Jake Ezra Schwartz on Guitar and Robert Burkhart on Cello. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: GARY PEACOCK, MARC COPLAND & BILL STEWART AT BIRDLAND
Gary Peacock will be joined on stage by Marc Copland (piano) & Bill Stewart (drums) at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, March 30th through April 3rd with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Over the span of five decades, Gary Peacock has established himself as one of the most versatile and talented bass players in jazz. One of his earliest influences was avant-garde saxophonist Albert Ayler, with whom Peacock performed and recorded in the 1960s. His music has also been greatly affected by his studies of Eastern music and philosophy. Since the 1980s, Peacock has been adding contemporary twists to old standards with pianist Keith Jarrett's trio including Jack DeJohnette on drums. Peacock also continues to experiment in his collaborations with pianist Paul Bley, with whom he has worked since the 1960s. Having cut his chops with the likes of Ornette Coleman, Jimmy Guiffre and Don Ellis on the West Coast, Peacock emerged as the true chameleon musician that he is. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
S.F.: THE TIERNEY SUTTON BAND AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
Three-Time GRAMMY Award nominated jazz vocalist Tierney Sutton will appear, with her band (Christian Jacob, Kevin Axt and Ray Brinker) at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) on Thursday, April 1st at 8:00 pm. Known for her original and edgy interpretations of the classic jazz songbook, vocalist Tierney Sutton has been the recipient of numerous honors, including three Grammy nominations. Ms. Sutton has performed at prestigious venues including New York City's Carnegie Hall and has been featured in popular films and commercials. Her latest album, 2009's "Desire" offers bittersweet and haunting renditions of classics such as "Skylark," "Fever," and "Whatever Lola wants," proving that Sutton continues to evolve and mature as an artist. Tickets are $35.
AUS: SING US A SONG YOU'RE THE PIANO, ANNE
Fairdog presents Anne Edmonds in "Sing Us A Song You're The Piano, Anne" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, March 23rd through April 4th at 9:00 pm (Tues, Wed, & Sun. at 8:00 pm). Anne Edmonds (Tough at the Top, ABC online) has been watching you and if you're lucky you'll end up as one of her characters. A night of stories, songs and "special" guests. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: IN SEARCH OF ATLANTIS
THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) presents the show that won the 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'Melbourne Cabaret Festival Professional Development Award' Thursday through Sunday, March 24th through April 4th at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm on Sundays). In a time since past, two courageous explorers begin a dangerous journey to discover the lost city of Atlantis. Armed with nothing but a guitar and mandolin, these brave young men traverse into the unknown to find the sunken city in a musical comedy of epic proportions. These men will take you on a journey the likes of which have never been seen. Created and performed by Tim Mager and Kai Smythe. Produced by Tessa Waters. Call for cover/minimum information.
Kathleen France brings back her acclaimed 2009 Debut Cabaret Show entitled "Book of Love" to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, April 2nd 7:30 pm. The show explores the trials and tribulations of dating through song. An avid reader, Kathleen daydreams about her love life being like those in novels, only to find that real life doesn't quite measure up to the stories she reads on the train. Music includes selections from Queen, Billy Joel, Sheryl Crow, Dolly Parton, Sippie Wallace, and others from the Great American Songbook. Music Direction is by Tracy Stark and the show is directed by Lina Koutrakos. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SIDEBAR ADVERTISER
NYC: SARAH RICE IN SCREEN GEMS SONGS OF OLD HOLLYWOOD
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
In her show "Screen Gems", Sarah Rice (the original Johanna in Sweeney Todd) sings songs chosen from film scores sung by or dedicated to stars and their movie roles in the films of old Hollywood at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ). Performances are on Friday, April 2nd at 7:00 pm; Monday, April 26th at 7:00 pm; and Friday, April 30th at 8:00 pm. Jo Ann Yeoman serves as Director, with Seth Weinstein, Piano; Ritt Henn, Bass; and Bobby Sher, Drums. Starting with the silents: Rudolph Valentino (The Sheik), Theda Bara (the original vamp), the collection of stars runs through Helen Kane (the original boop-a-doop girl), Pola Negri (A Woman Commands), Doloris Del Rio (Revenge), Kathryn Grayson (The Singing Bandit), as well as Jeannette Mac Donald and a little Yma Sumac thrown in for good measure, and more. The show features the music of Nacio Herb Brown, Georges Auric, Moises Vivanco, Nino Rota, Jerome Kern, The Sherman Bros., Byron Gay, Ted Snyder and many others. Special surprise guest each performance. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drinkminimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: HENRY DEE AT MAMAS WITH NEW SHOW WITH LONG TITLE
Vocalist Henry Dee brings his new show "Let Your Mind Roll On: The Folk In Pop & Rock From The Early 60's To Now!" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Friday, April 2nd and Thursday, May 6th, both shows at 7:30 pm. The show will explore music from The Seekers to Bob Dylan and from Cat Stevens to Tracy Chapman. Musical director is Tracy Stark. The show builds on the concept of Henry's CD, "You On My Mind" released in 2009. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: GRAMMY AWARD NOMINEE RYAN SHAW IN "HOW THEY MOVED ME"
Grammy Award Nominee Ryan Shaw returns to THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) with a special encore performance of hus show "How They Moved Me" on Friday, April 2nd at 9:00 pm as part of the club's "Just a Piano" series. The show is a tribute to artists and songs that shape the way Ryan feels music. Featured at the piano is Russell Graham. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC: HOSTED BY JENNA ESPOSITO
METROJAM, the monthly cabaret/jazz open mic event held at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ), will have its next show on Friday, April 2nd at 10:00 pm featuring host, Jenna Esposito. Accompaniment is provided by the MetroJam house band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Each week, Jenna welcomes a special guest. Open-mic performers have a chance to perform with a full jazz band. If you're planning to perform, please arrive by 9:30 pm to sign up and be sure to bring two copies of your music (uptempo is recommended!). There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: ONE-ACT OPERA PREMIERES AT GERSHWIN HOTEL
The world premiere of the one-act opera "Margot Alone in the Light", an adaptation of Ray Bradbury's short story "All Summer in a Day" by composer Clint Borzoni and librettist Emily Conbere will take place at 8:00 pm on Friday & Saturday, April 2nd & 3rd at the THE GERSHWIN HOTEL (7 East 27th Street, NYC - ) presented by OperaMission and Neke Carson. Margot Alone in the Light was originally conceived during Clint Borzoni and Emily Conbere's participation as Resident Artists in American Lyric Theater's Composer Librettist Development Program. Further development in support of the completion of the opera was provided by operamission. Ray Bradbury's story is set in a classroom of schoolchildren on the planet Venus, where it rains constantly with the exception of one hour every seven years. None of the schoolchildren remember the sun, except for 'Margot,' who moved to Venus four years ago from Ohio. The role of 'Margot' will be portrayed by soprano Martha Guth and the role of 'Mrs. Clott,' the schoolteacher, will be sung by mezzo-soprano Alteouise de Vaughn. Also performing on the evening's program are tenor Andrew Drost, baritone Dennis Blackwell, and soprano Lisa Williamson. The opera is appropriate for audiences of all ages. Tickets are $25.
NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL'S AFTER PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS At THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Fridays at 10:30 pm, Brandon Cutrell hosts AFTER PARTY, a free-wheeling open-mic with guest stars from Broadway and Cabaret, Ray Fellman at the piano and Becca Johnson -Southworth serving up drinks and taking turns at the mic. Guest performers from Broadway, off-Broadway and cabaret drop by each week to sing, chat and join in the fun. This week's AFTER PARTY special guest is TBA. No cover, no minimum, no reservations - first come, first seated.
NYC: SHEERA BEN-DAVID AT FEINSTEIN'S
Award winning and critically acclaimed Sheera Ben David will appear at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) Wednesday through Saturday, March 31st through April 3rd, at 8:30 pm. The show is called, "A Heart in New York" and will cover everything from Berlin, Gershwin & Sondheim to Annie Lennox & Carly Simon. Sheera's brother, Adam Ben-David (conductor of "Jersey Boys") serves as musical director and arranger. Eric Michael Gillett directs. Joining Sheera on stage are Mat Fieldes on Bass, Matt Zebroski on Drums, Jake Ezra Schwartz on Guitar and Robert Burkhart on Cello. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: GARY PEACOCK, MARC COPLAND & BILL STEWART AT BIRDLAND
Gary Peacock will be joined on stage by Marc Copland (piano) & Bill Stewart (drums) at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, March 30th through April 3rd with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Over the span of five decades, Gary Peacock has established himself as one of the most versatile and talented bass players in jazz. One of his earliest influences was avant-garde saxophonist Albert Ayler, with whom Peacock performed and recorded in the 1960s. His music has also been greatly affected by his studies of Eastern music and philosophy. Since the 1980s, Peacock has been adding contemporary twists to old standards with pianist Keith Jarrett's trio including Jack DeJohnette on drums. Peacock also continues to experiment in his collaborations with pianist Paul Bley, with whom he has worked since the 1960s. Having cut his chops with the likes of Ornette Coleman, Jimmy Guiffre and Don Ellis on the West Coast, Peacock emerged as the true chameleon musician that he is. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
AUS: SING US A SONG YOU'RE THE PIANO, ANNE
Fairdog presents Anne Edmonds in "Sing Us A Song You're The Piano, Anne" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, March 23rd through April 4th at 9:00 pm (Tues, Wed, & Sun. at 8:00 pm). Anne Edmonds (Tough at the Top, ABC online) has been watching you and if you're lucky you'll end up as one of her characters. A night of stories, songs and "special" guests. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: IN SEARCH OF ATLANTIS
THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) presents the show that won the 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'Melbourne Cabaret Festival Professional Development Award' Thursday through Sunday, March 24th through April 4th at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm on Sundays). In a time since past, two courageous explorers begin a dangerous journey to discover the lost city of Atlantis. Armed with nothing but a guitar and mandolin, these brave young men traverse into the unknown to find the sunken city in a musical comedy of epic proportions. These men will take you on a journey the likes of which have never been seen. Created and performed by Tim Mager and Kai Smythe. Produced by Tessa Waters. Call for cover/minimum information.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD SATURDAY - APRIL 3rd CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: CHERISSE BRADLEY MAKES HER METROPOLITAN ROOM DEBUT
Cherisse Bradley makes her debut performance at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Saturday, April 3rd at 9:45 pm. She will be singing a fusion of Jazz and Soul including her own arrangements of songs by Nina Simone, Sade, and Gil Scott Heron mixed with original material. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: ADAM SANK HOSTS "INSIDE THE COMIC'S STUDIO"
Adam Sank (NBC's "Last Comic Standing") presents the debut of "Inside The Comic's Studio" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Saturday, April 3rd at 8:30 pm. This innovative show features extended comedy sets from Karith Foster (Comedy Central's "Premium Blend,") and Danny Siegel (Z-100, Carolines on Broadway), followed by Sank's live, candid interviews with the performers. Nothing is off-limits, and audience members will get to ask their own questions. Also featured is an opening set by up-and-comer John "The Kursh" Kurschner (The Looney Bin, Staten Island). There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
ON RADIO: "AT THE RITZ!" SATURDAYS & STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB
Regular weekly live broadcasts of the AT THE RITZ! radio program can now be heard on WVOF 88.5FM on Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Producers and hosts Jeffrey C. Williams and Lynn DiMenna announce a new, convenient way to hear their weekly show, especially for folks outside of WVOF's local listening area. Simply go to http://www.attheritz.org/ and in one click you can enjoy AT THE RITZ! streaming 24/7 anytime! The Saturday shows are rebroadcast throughout the week along with some internet only music. AT THE RITZ! features cabaret, jazz, Broadway and similar sophisticated music along with celebrity interviews and commentary.
NYC: SHEERA BEN-DAVID AT FEINSTEIN'S
Award winning and critically acclaimed Sheera Ben David will appear at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) Wednesday through Saturday, March 31st through April 3rd, at 8:30 pm. The show is called, "A Heart in New York" and will cover everything from Berlin, Gershwin & Sondheim to Annie Lennox & Carly Simon. Sheera's brother, Adam Ben-David (conductor of "Jersey Boys") serves as musical director and arranger. Eric Michael Gillett directs. Joining Sheera on stage are Mat Fieldes on Bass, Matt Zebroski on Drums, Jake Ezra Schwartz on Guitar and Robert Burkhart on Cello. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: GARY PEACOCK, MARC COPLAND & BILL STEWART AT BIRDLAND
Gary Peacock will be joined on stage by Marc Copland (piano) & Bill Stewart (drums) at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, March 30th through April 3rd with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Over the span of five decades, Gary Peacock has established himself as one of the most versatile and talented bass players in jazz. One of his earliest influences was avant-garde saxophonist Albert Ayler, with whom Peacock performed and recorded in the 1960s. His music has also been greatly affected by his studies of Eastern music and philosophy. Since the 1980s, Peacock has been adding contemporary twists to old standards with pianist Keith Jarrett's trio including Jack DeJohnette on drums. Peacock also continues to experiment in his collaborations with pianist Paul Bley, with whom he has worked since the 1960s. Having cut his chops with the likes of Ornette Coleman, Jimmy Guiffre and Don Ellis on the West Coast, Peacock emerged as the true chameleon musician that he is. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
S.F.: VONDA SHEPARD -THE VOICE OF ALI McBEAL
As the voice of Ally McBeal, Vonda sold more than 12 million records worldwide throughout the span of the hit TV show. She will be appearing at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) on Friday & Saturday, April 2nd & 3rd at 8:00 pm to present her newest release, From the Sun (produced by Mitchell Froom), with a track list that leans toward a stripped-down, R&B vibe: ballads and rollicking good times. Infusing her deep and melodic songwriting style with splashes of powerful vocals, From The Sun is also Vonda's first studio release since 2003 and her fourth collaboration with legendary producer Mitchell Froom (Crowded House, Elvis Costello, Randy Newman). Tickets are $40.
AUS: SING US A SONG YOU'RE THE PIANO, ANNE
Fairdog presents Anne Edmonds in "Sing Us A Song You're The Piano, Anne" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, March 23rd through April 4th at 9:00 pm (Tues, Wed, & Sun. at 8:00 pm). Anne Edmonds (Tough at the Top, ABC online) has been watching you and if you're lucky you'll end up as one of her characters. A night of stories, songs and "special" guests. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: IN SEARCH OF ATLANTIS
THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) presents the show that won the 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'Melbourne Cabaret Festival Professional Development Award' Thursday through Sunday, March 24th through April 4th at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm on Sundays). In a time since past, two courageous explorers begin a dangerous journey to discover the lost city of Atlantis. Armed with nothing but a guitar and mandolin, these brave young men traverse into the unknown to find the sunken city in a musical comedy of epic proportions. These men will take you on a journey the likes of which have never been seen. Created and performed by Tim Mager and Kai Smythe. Produced by Tessa Waters. Call for cover/minimum information.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD SUNDAY - APRIL 4th - EASTER SUNDAY CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
ON RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": FEATURE TBA
CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB
On Sunday, March 28th, 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 and hosted by David Kenney, will feature the music of another person or event from the world of the Great American Songbook. (For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ .) Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. For more information contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are also 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 at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ .
AUS: SING US A SONG YOU'RE THE PIANO, ANNE
Fairdog presents Anne Edmonds in "Sing Us A Song You're The Piano, Anne" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, March 23rd through April 4th at 9:00 pm (Tues, Wed, & Sun. at 8:00 pm). Anne Edmonds (Tough at the Top, ABC online) has been watching you and if you're lucky you'll end up as one of her characters. A night of stories, songs and "special" guests. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: IN SEARCH OF ATLANTIS
THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) presents the show that won the 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'Melbourne Cabaret Festival Professional Development Award' Thursday through Sunday, March 24th through April 4th at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm on Sundays). In a time since past, two courageous explorers begin a dangerous journey to discover the lost city of Atlantis. Armed with nothing but a guitar and mandolin, these brave young men traverse into the unknown to find the sunken city in a musical comedy of epic proportions. These men will take you on a journey the likes of which have never been seen. Created and performed by Tim Mager and Kai Smythe. Produced by Tessa Waters. Call for cover/minimum information.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD MONDAY - APRIL 5th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: "SNEAKY BUSINESS" SNEAKY SNAKE PREMIERS AT STONEWALL
George Sanders and Shawn Curran will premier their short film "Sneaky Business": An Offshore Account of Human Trafficking - Broadway Style at STONEWALL INN SHOWROOM (53 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-488-2705 - ) on Monday, April 5th at 8:00 pm. In this 24-minute musical-comedy short film, Sneaky Snake (a green sock-puppet snake), stars as an altruistic people-smuggler who assists twelve singers from NYC in sneaking into Canada for free Health Care, Gay Marriage, Medical Marijuana, and a sensible Government. Sneaky's last film, "Sneaky Snake: Lost in the Holy Land," won ten awards at various domestic and international film festivals addressing the hot topics of genital mutilation, religious zealotry and war, with hilarious results. This film addresses the issues that have been concerning liberal US citizens for the past few years now, namely: the war, health care, and gay marriage. But that's not to say that this is a serious film. It's a madcap romp, a slapstick fantasy, a vaudevillian-comedy cult-film, with singing. With more than a nod to The Marx Brothers' "Monkey Business," writer-directors George Sanders and Shawn Curran have come up with a laugh-out-loud look at the disenchanted in the 21st Century who must resort to Human Trafficking in order to secure their Human Rights. Filmed guerilla-style with no budget or crew, Sanders and Curran assembled many of their talented co-workers from New York City's piano-bar community to act and sing in the comedy. Says Sanders, "Everyone is unique and so much fun to work with in the piano-bars. We couldn't wait to do a film together." Joining the creative team again is composer/musician Bobby Peaco, who wrote and arranged all the music, and with whom Sanders and Curran have performed live for over ten years. Free Admission.
NYC: NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER ALLAN HARRIS AT THE METROPOLITAN
Winner of three New York Nightlife Awards, Allan Harris will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Mondays, April 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 9:30 pm. Harris has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for his amazing ability to touch and inspire people with his "smooth as velvet voice" and powerful stage presence. He has released nine international CDs within the past ten years, written, produced and starred in a new musical and toured in over twelve countries. Harris stretches far beyond the jazz crooner's province to the hemline of American jazz and vernacular music. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: JIMMY GLEASON - ACTOR UNDER FIRE
Jimmy Gleason brings his show "Actor Under Fire" to the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Mondays, April 5th & 12th. The show is a solo performance account of Gleason's enlistment in the Air Force, being sent to Vietnam and then once there, being cast to star in Neil Simon's Star Spangled Girl. Having traveled to over twenty base camps, hospitals villages and to the front lines for over a month to bring this show to men and women in uniform, Gleason tells the story of the effect the tour had on him as well as the stories of the soldiers. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: UNDER THE COVERS WITH VICTORIA SHAW
Jim Caruso's Cast Party presents the return of successful songwriter & performer Victoria Shaw and her celebrated showcase "Under The Covers With Victoria Shaw", on Monday, April 5th at 7:00 pm at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ). Under The Covers... has become a recurring highlight, featuring a wide variety of top-selling songwriters and musical acts from across the pop, rock and country worlds, and offering intimate acoustic performances of huge hit songs - along with the little-known stories behind them. Already confirmed to join SHAW are award-winning singer/songwriter Gary Burr and platinum-selling recording artist Bryan White. This show is part of the long-running concert series Broadway at Birdland. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
S.F.: FAITH WINTHROP AT THE RAZZ ROOM
San Francisco's legendary singer/songwriter and vocal coach, Faith Winthrop, presents her rollicking new show, "Faith Lift," at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) on Monday & Tuesday, April 5th & 6th at 8:00 pm, before performing this light-hearted romp in New York. Celebrating some of her own foibles (food, shopping, aging), songs include "The Carnegie Deli," "My Very Last Meal," "The New Age/Old Age Blues," plus beloved standards of the American Songbook. Featuring Art Khu on piano, John Wiittala on bass, Vince Lateano on drums. Tickets are $27.50.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD TUESDAY - APRIL 6th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: THE MOLLY POPE SHOW RETURNS TO JOE'S PUB
Molly Pope, critically acclaimed cabarettist (The Diva-lution of Molly Pope), returns to JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - Tele-Charge: 1-212-239-6200 - Box Office: 212-539-8778 - ) with her brand-new musical romp, The Molly Pope Show, on Tuesday, April 6th, at 9:30 pm. The Molly Pope Show premiered earlier this year to an ecstatic response from a packed house. Written with Justin Sayre, directed by Christian Coulson, and with musical direction by Trapper Felides, Ms. Pope celebrates in an evening inspired by the iconic TV specials of the 1960's. Lending her inimitable style to musical selections ranging from 1909 to the present, Ms. Pope gives a hybrid performance of old school diva proportions infused with a contemporary edge. She is joined on stage by her backup duo, The Gay Cliche, and a surprise special guest. The show is produced by Adam J. Rosen. There is a $25 cover plus 2-drink or $12 food minimum.
NYC: JARON VESELY WITH SOMETHING GOOD AT THE METROPOLITAN
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
After his critically acclaimed New York debut last summer, Jaron Vesely returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with his new show, "Something Good!" on Tuesday, April 6th at 7:00 pm. "Something Good" is a show celebrating the wisdom of innocence and the desires of youth. Vesely, a member of the Bistro Award Winning Fabulous Pink Flamingos, presents an eclectic set for his second solo show, featuring songs by Cole Porter, Dolly Parton, Freddie Mercury, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Paul Simon, and others. Scott Bradlee, mashup jazz pianist extraordinaire of YouTube fame, returns as musical director and co-arranger. Russell Taylor, known on the New York cabaret scene for his award winning work with The Fabulous Pink Flamingos, directs. Proceeds from the performances go to benefit Marriage Equality. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
Jazz legend Annie Ross continues her unprecedented, record-breaking, multi-year run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), Tuesday nights in April at 9:30 pm. Ms. Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. Annie Ross is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", "Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 minimum.
NYC: "IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?" AT THE DUPLEX
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents the 1983 musical IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? as part of its "Closing Notice" Series at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Tuesday through Thursday, April 6th, 7th & 8th and Thursday through Saturday, April 15th, 16th & 17th, all shows at 7:00 pm. The production will be directed by Jeremy Gold Kronenberg (Gallery Players' Caroline or Change) with musical direction by Andrew Smithson from a score by Craig Carnelia (music and lyrics). The book is by Jeffrey Kindley. Jennifer Ashley Tepper serves as assistant director. Edward Carignan will choreograph. The production manager is Billie Di Stefano with Suzanne Adams producing. Cast in the show are Owen Austin, Doug Chitel, Mark Emerson, Amy Fitts, Marcie Henderson, Leslie Henstock , Austin Ku, Heather Jane Rolff, and Lou Steele. Is There Life After High School? chronicles the effects that our high school years have had on each and every one of us. Told through various monologues and songs, Is There Life After High School? reflects upon the quintessential high school moments that have made us who we are today. At times hilariously awkward - at times heartbreakingly painful - this production exposes the intimate and vulnerable memories of our high school days. The "Closing Notice" Series is a set of "living cast album" presentations focusing on classic musicals that were either dubbed a "flop", had short commercial runs or most likely will never be revived again. The Broadway show opened on May 7, 1982 to run only 17 performances (after a preview period of 48 performances). Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum and must be purchased in advance online through http://www.SmartTix.com or by calling 212-868-4444.
NYC: SETH'S TALENT SHOWCASE AT DON'T TELL MAMA
Songwriter/director/musical director Seth Bisen-Hersh will present his next Talent Showcase at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Tuesday,April 6th at 7:00 pm. Performers include Jolie Dufrene, Callum Fedele, Mia Rohrer, Brian Roland, Tiffany Stoker and Ashley Wool. Seth serves as the Emceeing Accompanist. The show has a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: PHAROAH SANDERS QUARTET AT BIRDLAND
The Pharaoh Sanders Quarter will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Possessing one of the most distinctive tenor saxophone sounds in jazz, Pharoah Sanders is harmonically rich and heavy with overtones. Highly regarded to the point of reverence by many jazz fans, Sanders has made a name for himself with his expressionistic, nearly anarchic free jazz in the Coltrane ensembles of the mid-'60s, and continued to collaborate with other legends such as Sun Ra, Don Cherry and John Hicks. In the decades after his first recordings with Coltrane, Sanders developed the capability of playing convincingly in a variety of contexts, from free to mainstream, and as a mature artist he is guided by more graceful concerns, and has discovered a hard-edged lyricism that has maintained his high ranking status in jazz history. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/dring minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
S.F.: FAITH WINTHROP AT THE RAZZ ROOM
San Francisco's legendary singer/songwriter and vocal coach, Faith Winthrop, presents her rollicking new show, "Faith Lift," at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) on Monday & Tuesday, April 5th & 6th at 8:00 pm, before performing this light-hearted romp in New York. Celebrating some of her own foibles (food, shopping, aging), songs include "The Carnegie Deli," "My Very Last Meal," "The New Age/Old Age Blues," plus beloved standards of the American Songbook. Featuring Art Khu on piano, John Wiittala on bass, Vince Lateano on drums. Tickets are $27.50.
AUS: KARIN MUIZNIEKS IN FIRST AGAINST THE WALL
The creator of World War Wonderful, winner of the Groggy Squirrel 'Readers Choice Award' for Most Popular Show in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Karin Muiznieks brings her show "First Against The Wall" to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, April 6th through 18th (showtimes vary, see website). What's wrong with society? Karin responds: Everything! It's time we started a brand spankin' new one. We've just gotta overthrow a couple of governments, liberate some people and solve a few pressing global concerns like war, famine, greed and Charlie Sheen. Tickets are $27.
Cynthia Crane celebrates of the surrender of "the guy who put the Bull in Bull Market, the P in Ponzi": Bernard L. Madoff when she brings back her 2009 hit show "John Denver, Bernie Madoff & Me" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - / ) in in March & April. With musical director Mark Janas, Cynthia once again turns to music and comedy speak her mind - and to make the whole world fun again. Performances are scheduled for Thursday, March 25th & Saturday, March 27th and Wednesday, April 7th & Friday, April 16th, all shows at 7:30 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: MAKEUP YOUR MIND! TALES OF A BEAUTY CONSULTANT
Natalie Slipko returns to the cabaret scene with her comical one-woman show, "Makeup Your Mind! - Tales Of A Beauty Consultant" on Wednesday, April 7th at 9:15 pm and Thursday, April 8th at 8:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) . The show combines Natalie's true stories of helping customers at a NYC cosmetics counter told through stand-up comedy, songs, dance, and more! It gives new meaning to "retail therapy!" Makeup Your Mind! Tales of a Beauty Consultant was written and choreographed by Natalie Slipko. Musical direction is by Steven D. Cirillo. Kevin Scott Hall served as creative consultant. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: DANIELLE GRABIANOWSKI MAKES SOLO CABARET DEBUT
For her solo cabaret debut at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) Danielle Grabianowski will sing early songs from the Great American Songbook such as the Depression Era Classic, "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime" and the lesser known, "I'll Die Happy" as well as new tunes from the likes of Christina Courtin, Regina Spektor and the White Stripes. She will be appearing on Wednesday, April 7th at 7:30 pm. In 2006 she appeared in "Hotter Than a Pregnant Cow: The Music of William Finn" at Rose's Turn and has performed with various theater companies around the country including the Georgia Shakespeare Festival, Bakerloo Theatre Project and Bigfork Summer Playhouse as well as in various readings and workshops of new musicals and plays in New York City. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: "IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?" AT THE DUPLEX
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents the 1983 musical IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? as part of its "Closing Notice" Series at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Tuesday through Thursday, April 6th, 7th & 8th and Thursday through Saturday, April 15th, 16th & 17th, all shows at 7:00 pm. The production will be directed by Jeremy Gold Kronenberg (Gallery Players' Caroline or Change) with musical direction by Andrew Smithson from a score by Craig Carnelia (music and lyrics). The book is by Jeffrey Kindley. Jennifer Ashley Tepper serves as assistant director. Edward Carignan will choreograph. The production manager is Billie Di Stefano with Suzanne Adams producing. Cast in the show are Owen Austin, Doug Chitel, Mark Emerson, Amy Fitts, Marcie Henderson, Leslie Henstock , Austin Ku, Heather Jane Rolff, and Lou Steele. Is There Life After High School? chronicles the effects that our high school years have had on each and every one of us. Told through various monologues and songs, Is There Life After High School? reflects upon the quintessential high school moments that have made us who we are today. At times hilariously awkward - at times heartbreakingly painful - this production exposes the intimate and vulnerable memories of our high school days. The "Closing Notice" Series is a set of "living cast album" presentations focusing on classic musicals that were either dubbed a "flop", had short commercial runs or most likely will never be revived again. The Broadway show opened on May 7, 1982 to run only 17 performances (after a preview period of 48 performances). Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum and must be purchased in advance online through http://www.SmartTix.com or by calling 212-868-4444.
NYC: PHAROAH SANDERS QUARTET AT BIRDLAND
The Pharaoh Sanders Quarter will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Possessing one of the most distinctive tenor saxophone sounds in jazz, Pharoah Sanders is harmonically rich and heavy with overtones. Highly regarded to the point of reverence by many jazz fans, Sanders has made a name for himself with his expressionistic, nearly anarchic free jazz in the Coltrane ensembles of the mid-'60s, and continued to collaborate with other legends such as Sun Ra, Don Cherry and John Hicks. In the decades after his first recordings with Coltrane, Sanders developed the capability of playing convincingly in a variety of contexts, from free to mainstream, and as a mature artist he is guided by more graceful concerns, and has discovered a hard-edged lyricism that has maintained his high ranking status in jazz history. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/dring minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
M.W.: MUSIC OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER WITH SCORE-BY-SCORE
Emcee and WJJG radio personality Kevin Moore presents Score-by-Score: An Evening of Andrew Lloyd Webber at METROPOLIS PERFORMING ART CENTRE (111 West Campbell Street, Arlington Heights, IL - 847-577-2121 - ) on April 7th at 7:30 pm. Moore will enlighten you as to what inspired Webber, what was going on when he wrote Evita, Cats, The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and more. As you learn the history, sit back and enjoy some of Chicago's top cabaret artists, including Ken Baker, Anne Burnell, George Howe, Laura Freeman, Heather Moran and Daryl Nitz, performing the memorable songs from these extraordinary shows. Tickets are $30 & $35.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: KARIN MUIZNIEKS IN FIRST AGAINST THE WALL
The creator of World War Wonderful, winner of the Groggy Squirrel 'Readers Choice Award' for Most Popular Show in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Karin Muiznieks brings her show "First Against The Wall" to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, April 6th through 18th (showtimes vary, see website). What's wrong with society? Karin responds: Everything! It's time we started a brand spankin' new one. We've just gotta overthrow a couple of governments, liberate some people and solve a few pressing global concerns like war, famine, greed and Charlie Sheen. Tickets are $27.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD THURSDAY - APRIL 8th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: 1930s IDOL WINNER EXTENDED AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
This year's reigning 1930s Idol champion, Sigali Hamberger, takes a departure from her take on the classics that earned her the title in her show "Solstice" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Thursdays, March 8th & 22nd at 7:30 pm. Instead, Sigali explores a more contemporary and complex set of standards, art songs, and Broadway gems from Arlen and Azanavour to Bernstein and Bucchino. She lends her shimmering soprano to the contemporary works of Sondheim, Guettel, and Yeston along the way. Musical direction & arrangements are by Ido Alexander and the show is directed by Eric Michael Gillett. Rodgers and Hart were on to something when they wrote about the noble pursuit of singing for one's supper. Sigali wants nothing more than to do just that. Her theater work includes roles inThe King & I, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, She Loves Me, The Mikado, Country Club, and A Christmas Carol. More recently she finds at home on the cabaret stage singing the standards, both classic and contemporary, from the American songbook to Broadway. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. SIDE-BAR ADVERTISER
NYC: MAKEUP YOUR MIND! TALES OF A BEAUTY CONSULTANT
Natalie Slipko returns to the cabaret scene with her comical one-woman show, "Makeup Your Mind! - Tales Of A Beauty Consultant" on Wednesday, April 7th at 9:15 pm and Thursday, April 8th at 8:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) . The show combines Natalie's true stories of helping customers at a NYC cosmetics counter told through stand-up comedy, songs, dance, and more! It gives new meaning to "retail therapy!" Makeup Your Mind! Tales of a Beauty Consultant was written and choreographed by Natalie Slipko. Musical direction is by Steven D. Cirillo. Kevin Scott Hall served as creative consultant. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: JESTERS OF JIVE IS SWINGIN' DOWNTOWN!
(THIS SHOW ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 25th)
Join Joan Crowe and her band on Thursday, April 8th at a new venue for a fun evening of "Jump-Jive & Swing" at LAFAYETTE GRILL & BAR (54 Franklin Street, NYC - 212-732-5600 - ) from 7:30 pm until 12:30 am. There's a great dance floor and awesome food! You can swing with Joan & Co. until your feet fall off, or you can just listen and tap your toes. LAFAYETTE GRILL & BAR is located in a really hip neighborhood downtown and easy parking after 7:00 pm. No cover, no minimum!
NYC: "IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?" AT THE DUPLEX
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents the 1983 musical IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? as part of its "Closing Notice" Series at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Tuesday through Thursday, April 6th, 7th & 8th and Thursday through Saturday, April 15th, 16th & 17th, all shows at 7:00 pm. The production will be directed by Jeremy Gold Kronenberg (Gallery Players' Caroline or Change) with musical direction by Andrew Smithson from a score by Craig Carnelia (music and lyrics). The book is by Jeffrey Kindley. Jennifer Ashley Tepper serves as assistant director. Edward Carignan will choreograph. The production manager is Billie Di Stefano with Suzanne Adams producing. Cast in the show are Owen Austin, Doug Chitel, Mark Emerson, Amy Fitts, Marcie Henderson, Leslie Henstock , Austin Ku, Heather Jane Rolff, and Lou Steele. Is There Life After High School? chronicles the effects that our high school years have had on each and every one of us. Told through various monologues and songs, Is There Life After High School? reflects upon the quintessential high school moments that have made us who we are today. At times hilariously awkward - at times heartbreakingly painful - this production exposes the intimate and vulnerable memories of our high school days. The "Closing Notice" Series is a set of "living cast album" presentations focusing on classic musicals that were either dubbed a "flop", had short commercial runs or most likely will never be revived again. The Broadway show opened on May 7, 1982 to run only 17 performances (after a preview period of 48 performances). Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum and must be purchased in advance online through http://www.SmartTix.com or by calling 212-868-4444.
NYC: PHAROAH SANDERS QUARTET AT BIRDLAND
The Pharaoh Sanders Quarter will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Possessing one of the most distinctive tenor saxophone sounds in jazz, Pharoah Sanders is harmonically rich and heavy with overtones. Highly regarded to the point of reverence by many jazz fans, Sanders has made a name for himself with his expressionistic, nearly anarchic free jazz in the Coltrane ensembles of the mid-'60s, and continued to collaborate with other legends such as Sun Ra, Don Cherry and John Hicks. In the decades after his first recordings with Coltrane, Sanders developed the capability of playing convincingly in a variety of contexts, from free to mainstream, and as a mature artist he is guided by more graceful concerns, and has discovered a hard-edged lyricism that has maintained his high ranking status in jazz history. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/dring minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
AUS: KARIN MUIZNIEKS IN FIRST AGAINST THE WALL
The creator of World War Wonderful, winner of the Groggy Squirrel 'Readers Choice Award' for Most Popular Show in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Karin Muiznieks brings her show "First Against The Wall" to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, April 6th through 18th (showtimes vary, see website). What's wrong with society? Karin responds: Everything! It's time we started a brand spankin' new one. We've just gotta overthrow a couple of governments, liberate some people and solve a few pressing global concerns like war, famine, greed and Charlie Sheen. Tickets are $27.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD FRIDAY - APRIL 9th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: KARA JOHNSTAD SINGS MICHEL LEGRAND
Direct from Berlin, Kara Johnstad sings a wonderful array of Michel Legrand's greatest hits in the New York debut of her show, Le Grand Love, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ). Kara will appear for two nights only, on Friday & Saturday, April 9th & 10th, both shows at 9:45 pm. Kara will perform her acclaimed versions of The Summer Knows, Papa Can You Hear Me, Windmills of Your Mind and other rarely heard titles suggested by Legrand personally for her. Backed by international musicians, Rolf Zielke on piano (Charlie Mariano, Thomas Quasthoff); Stephan Braun on cello (Jazz Blues Award, Berliner Ensemble) and Rhani Krija (Sting, Herbie Hancock) on percussion. These exceptional musicians bring a fresh approach to Legrand's timeless classics. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. SIDEBAR ADVERTISER
NYC: A MUSICAL OBSESSION WITH FRANK RETURNS
Cary Hoffman's "My Sinatra... A Musical Memoir About Obsession," returns to THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) with a regular schedule of every other Friday night at 7:00 pm through June 18th, starting on April 9th. Through this presentation, Cary Hoffman has turned his highly-rated Public Television Special and concert show, "My Sinatra" into a theater piece about his obsession with legendary Frank Sinatra and the affect it had on him, a Long Island teenager growing up after losing two fathers and moving in with his three studio musician uncles, who played on some of Frank Sinatra's ground breaking records. "My Sinatra... A Musical About Obsession," features over 30 songs that Frank Sinatra sang. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Smarttix at 212-868-4444 or http://www.smarttix.com/.
NYC: BRANDON CUTRELL'S AFTER PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS At THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Fridays at 10:30 pm, Brandon Cutrell hosts AFTER PARTY, a free-wheeling open-mic with guest stars from Broadway and Cabaret, Ray Fellman at the piano and Becca Johnson -Southworth serving up drinks and taking turns at the mic. Guest performers from Broadway, off-Broadway and cabaret drop by each week to sing, chat and join in the fun. This week's AFTER PARTY special guest is TBA. No cover, no minimum, no reservations - first come, first seated.
NYC: PHAROAH SANDERS QUARTET AT BIRDLAND
The Pharaoh Sanders Quarter will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Possessing one of the most distinctive tenor saxophone sounds in jazz, Pharoah Sanders is harmonically rich and heavy with overtones. Highly regarded to the point of reverence by many jazz fans, Sanders has made a name for himself with his expressionistic, nearly anarchic free jazz in the Coltrane ensembles of the mid-'60s, and continued to collaborate with other legends such as Sun Ra, Don Cherry and John Hicks. In the decades after his first recordings with Coltrane, Sanders developed the capability of playing convincingly in a variety of contexts, from free to mainstream, and as a mature artist he is guided by more graceful concerns, and has discovered a hard-edged lyricism that has maintained his high ranking status in jazz history. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/dring minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
CHI: LAURA FREEMAN SINGS JULIE ANDREWS AT DAVENPORT'S
Laura Freeman presents her new cabaret show, "The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie" to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - ) on Fridays in April, the 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th at 8:00 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, so 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". There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
M.W.: "AN EVENING WITH MELORA HARDIN" IN INDIANAPOLIS
The Cabaret at the Columbia Club Presents "An Evening with Melora Hardin" (Star of NBC's "The Office" and Broadway's "Chicago") on Friday & Saturday, April 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm at THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB (121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169 - ). Melora Hardin, for the first time, is taking her act on the road. Star of NBC's "The Office," Broadway's "Chicago" and multiple #1 box office movie hits, Hardin delivers an evocative evening of music laced with sultry humor, standards, Broadway and original songs. Tickets are $35, $45, $55.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider?
AUS: KARIN MUIZNIEKS IN FIRST AGAINST THE WALL
The creator of World War Wonderful, winner of the Groggy Squirrel 'Readers Choice Award' for Most Popular Show in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Karin Muiznieks brings her show "First Against The Wall" to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, April 6th through 18th (showtimes vary, see website). What's wrong with society? Karin responds: Everything! It's time we started a brand spankin' new one. We've just gotta overthrow a couple of governments, liberate some people and solve a few pressing global concerns like war, famine, greed and Charlie Sheen. Tickets are $27.
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NYC: CALLING ALL ANGELS TO BENEFIT GREGORY KENNELL
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John Hoglund and Geri Malino present CALLING ALL ANGELS, a special cabaret show to benefit Gregory Kennell at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - ) on Saturday, April 10th at 2:00 pm. A musical brunch with Jerry Scott and friends will begin at 1:00 pm. Performers scheduled to appear as of this date are Tom Andersen, Esther Beckman, David Brian Colbert, Joyce Breach, Scott Coulter, Cynthia Crane, John De Marco, Baby Jane Dexter, Lina Koutrakos, Sue Matsuki, Julie Reyburn, Steve Ross, Jerry Scott, Marcus Simeone, Tracy Stark, KT Sullivan as well as some very special surprise guests from cabaret and theater. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice.
Aside from presenting some extraordinary talent, Calling All Angels is being produced to raise much needed funds for the ongoing therapeutic process necessary to help Greg Kennell regain motor skills and return to a normal life after almost two months in a coma at St. Vincent's Hospital as a result of demyelinating encephalitis and related consequences. Miraculously, Greg has recently regained the ability to communicate with limited speech. However, he remains paralyzed and confined to St. Elizabeth Ann?s Health Care & Rehabilitation Facility on Staten Island where he receives minimal rehabilitation therapy. Friends and loved ones offer ongoing support but so much more professional help is needed for his rehabilitation - and survival. Gregory Kennell has designed numerous graphic art for albums (Julie Reyburn, Craig Rubano, Marcus Simeone, etc.) as well as stunning logos and ads for numerous magazines, newspapers (including The NY Times, The Algonquin Hotel, etc.) and fliers. He is a gifted artist and craftsman and is highly regarded in his field. Greg also served as a board of director for MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) for several years. There is a $25 cover ($50 VIP) plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
For those who cannot attend and/or would like to make a donation to help, please make checks payable to Geri Malino who is in charge of finances for the soon to be formed Gregory Kennelll Foundation. Checks can be mailed directly to Geri Malino at 54 West 16th Street, Ste. 16C, New York, NY 10011. SUPER-SIDEBAR ADVERTISER
NYC: KARA JOHNSTAD SINGS MICHEL LEGRAND
Direct from Berlin, Kara Johnstad sings a wonderful array of Michel Legrand's greatest hits in the New York debut of her show, Le Grand Love, at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ). Kara will appear for two nights only, on Friday & Saturday, April 9th & 10th, both shows at 9:45 pm. Kara will perform her acclaimed versions of The Summer Knows, Papa Can You Hear Me, Windmills of Your Mind and other rarely heard titles suggested by Legrand personally for her. Backed by international musicians, Rolf Zielke on piano (Charlie Mariano, Thomas Quasthoff); Stephan Braun on cello (Jazz Blues Award, Berliner Ensemble) and Rhani Krija (Sting, Herbie Hancock) on percussion. These exceptional musicians bring a fresh approach to Legrand's timeless classics. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. SIDEBAR ADVERTISER
NYC: CHRISTINE REISNER AND THE SONGS OF ALBERT HAGUE
Singer Christine Reisner will appear at New York City's THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Saturday, April 10th at 7:30 pm and Friday, April 16th at 7:30 pm to premiere a retrospective of songs by her late uncle, TONY-Award winning composer Albert Hague. Directed by Eric Michael Gillett and featuring pianist Tex Arnold and Jon Burr on bass, the evening celebrates the oeuvre of one of America's national treasures. Interpreted with insightful warmth and wit by Christine Reisner, the musical world of Albert Hague comes alive in this winning one-hour show. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: TOM D'ANGELO PRESENTS SPOTLIGHT AT THE IQUANA
A brand new variety show. "Spotlight at the Iguana", hosted by Singer/Entertainer Tom D'Angelo is continuing at the IGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE (240 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-765-5454 - ) on Saturday, April 10th at 8:00 pm, continuing the second Saturday each month through June 12th. Each show will feature song, comedy and interviews with the top club acts in town, sprinkled with some surprises. On April 10th, Jenna Esposito and Rob Langeder are Spotlight Guests. Ritt Henn serves as Musical Director/Bassist. with Bobby Sher on Drums and Bennett Paster on piano. There is a $20 cover.
NYC: OFF-BROADWAY'S BIGGEST LITTLE VAUDEVILLE
Step back into time as fishnet clad Jesse Luttrell hosts off-Broadway's biggest little vaudeville: BAWDY! at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) on Saturday, April 10th at 9:30 pm. This ever-changing 1920's burlesque themed romp features New York's top cabaret, burlesque, and comedy talents. Special Guest on the 10th is America's Got Talent's Dorothy Bishop. Regular performers are Tansy Tan Dora, Grace Gotham, Buddy Flowers, Mistress B, Laura the Kazoo girl, and the Bawdy Boys. Jesse Luttrell has appeared all over the country in touring shows, musical theatre, concerts, and cabaret engagements. His energy filled live performances have earned him national acclaim as a gifted young song-and-dance-man, and his skillful story-centric style of singing is reminiscent of the cabaret and nightclub acts dating back to the American birth of vaudeville. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
ON RADIO: "AT THE RITZ!" SATURDAYS & STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
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Regular weekly live broadcasts of the AT THE RITZ! radio program can now be heard on WVOF 88.5FM on Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:00 pm. Producers and hosts Jeffrey C. Williams and Lynn DiMenna announce a new, convenient way to hear their weekly show, especially for folks outside of WVOF's local listening area. Simply go to http://www.attheritz.org/ and in one click you can enjoy AT THE RITZ! streaming 24/7 anytime! The Saturday shows are rebroadcast throughout the week along with some internet only music. AT THE RITZ! features cabaret, jazz, Broadway and similar sophisticated music along with celebrity interviews and commentary.
NYC: PHAROAH SANDERS QUARTET AT BIRDLAND
The Pharaoh Sanders Quarter will be appearing at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) Tuesday through Saturday, April 6th through 10th with shows at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Possessing one of the most distinctive tenor saxophone sounds in jazz, Pharoah Sanders is harmonically rich and heavy with overtones. Highly regarded to the point of reverence by many jazz fans, Sanders has made a name for himself with his expressionistic, nearly anarchic free jazz in the Coltrane ensembles of the mid-'60s, and continued to collaborate with other legends such as Sun Ra, Don Cherry and John Hicks. In the decades after his first recordings with Coltrane, Sanders developed the capability of playing convincingly in a variety of contexts, from free to mainstream, and as a mature artist he is guided by more graceful concerns, and has discovered a hard-edged lyricism that has maintained his high ranking status in jazz history. Cover is $30-$40 with a $10 food/dring minimum.
NYC: KT SULLIVAN & MARK NADLER IN "GERSHWIN...HERE TO STAY"
KT Sullivan and Mark Nadler turn their considerable talents to two greats of the musical pantheon, George and Ira Gershwin in their new show "Gershwin ... Here To Stay" at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331). KT and Mark will lend their unique vocal and pianistic interpretations to such classic tunes as "Of Thee I Sing," "Do It Again!," "I'll Build A Stairway to Paradise," "Embraceable You," "But Not For Me" and "Swanee." Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 9th through April 10th. Chicago jazz pianist Jon Weber will make a special guest appearance. Shows are Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows added on Fridays & Saturdays at 11:00 pm. There is a $50 cover plus a $30 food/drink minimum. $60 prix fixe menu available.
FLA: STEVE TYRELL AT THE ROYAL ROOM MARCH 30TH TO APRIL 10TH
Singer/songwriter Steve Tyrell moves into THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - ) Tuesdays through Saturdays, March 30th through April 10th at 8:00 pm. Tyrell's latest album ("This Guy's in Love") continues the traditional jazz standard bearer's remarkable return to the artistic side of a career in music that goes back to the 1960s. As a songwriter, Tyrell's works have been recorded by Ray Charles, Diana Ross, and Elvis Presley. There is a show/dinner package of $125 ($135 on Fridays & Saturdays), or $75 show only.
M.W.: "AN EVENING WITH MELORA HARDIN" IN INDIANAPOLIS
The Cabaret at the Columbia Club Presents "An Evening with Melora Hardin" (Star of NBC's "The Office" and Broadway's "Chicago") on Friday & Saturday, April 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm at THE CABARET AT THE COLUMBIA CLUB (121 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN - 317-275-1169 - ). Melora Hardin, for the first time, is taking her act on the road. Star of NBC's "The Office," Broadway's "Chicago" and multiple #1 box office movie hits, Hardin delivers an evocative evening of music laced with sultry humor, standards, Broadway and original songs. Tickets are $35, $45, $55.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
AUS: KARIN MUIZNIEKS IN FIRST AGAINST THE WALL
The creator of World War Wonderful, winner of the Groggy Squirrel 'Readers Choice Award' for Most Popular Show in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Karin Muiznieks brings her show "First Against The Wall" to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, April 6th through 18th (showtimes vary, see website). What's wrong with society? Karin responds: Everything! It's time we started a brand spankin' new one. We've just gotta overthrow a couple of governments, liberate some people and solve a few pressing global concerns like war, famine, greed and Charlie Sheen. Tickets are $27.
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NYC: JULIE HALSTON THE COCKTAIL HOUR - A REALITY SHOW
Broadway and television personality Julie Halston will appear at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) on Sunday, April 11th at 6:00 pm with "The Cocktail Hour: A Reality Show" as part of the award-winning concert series, Broadway at Birdland. The show will combine her usual hysterical observations of life, show biz and the fall of western civilization. This extravaganza will also include guest stars, interviews and audience participation. She can be seen in Charles Busch's latest film "A Very Serious Person" which has been selected for the Tribeca Film Festival. Television viewers may recognize her as Bitsy Von Muffling on "Sex and The City." In January of this year, Julie co-authored the well-received book of original monologues "Monologues for Show-Offs" published by Heinemann Press. Cover charge is $25-$35 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: JOCELYN MEDINA MAKES METROPOLITAN ROOM DEBUT
Internationally acclaimed vocalist/composer Jocelyn Medina is appearing at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Sunday, April 11th at 7:00 pm. Jocelyn will present a diverse repertoire of original music, fusing elements of Brazil, Spain, and Africa with jazz harmonies, funk grooves and adventurous improvisations delivered through compelling lyrics and a distinct sound. Making her debut performance at the Metropolitan Room, Ms. Medina will be accompanied by Rodrigo Ursaia on flute and saxophone, Jo Junghanss on piano, Evan Gregor on bass and Ziv Ravitz on drums, performing original jazz, funk, world, pop-influenced material from her new album, "We Are Water." There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: CABARET SALON SERIES AT CITY WINERY
CITY WINERY (155 Varick Street, NYC - 212- 608-0555 - ) and Cabaret Salon Series present "Wild Women, Wine and Song" on Sunday, April 11th at 5:00 pm. The event features charismatic R&B singer/songwriter Dee Archer and special guest artist Penny Arcade, the captivating downtown performance icon. Susan Lambert, producer and cabaret songstress will host the show and open with one of her originals. The series has presented four shows in the past year, encompassing a broad range of programs, musical styles, and performers from the worlds of cabaret, jazz, theatre, and the contemporary pop scene. This special Sunday early evening event will kick off with a screening of film clips from herFliX.com, while the audience settles in with great wine and light fare from City Winery's superb wine list and menu. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
ON RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": FEATURE TBA
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On Sunday, April 11th, 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 and hosted by David Kenney, will feature the music of another person or event from the world of the Great American Songbook. (For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ .) Each week David presents the usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews plus MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. For more information contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net. You are also 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 at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ .
S.F.: LUA & JASON PRESENT BLISS WITH A TWIST
Lua Hadar & Jason Martineau will perform as part of the Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series curated by pianist Larry Vuckovich at BLISS BAR (4026 24th Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-826-6200 - ) on Sunday, April 11th from 4:30 to 7:30 pm with 3 sets of internationally flavored music. They are joined by Dan Feiszli on bass. There is a $10 cover.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
AUS: KARIN MUIZNIEKS IN FIRST AGAINST THE WALL
The creator of World War Wonderful, winner of the Groggy Squirrel 'Readers Choice Award' for Most Popular Show in the 2009 Melbourne Comedy Festival, Karin Muiznieks brings her show "First Against The Wall" to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Tuesdays through Sundays, April 6th through 18th (showtimes vary, see website). What's wrong with society? Karin responds: Everything! It's time we started a brand spankin' new one. We've just gotta overthrow a couple of governments, liberate some people and solve a few pressing global concerns like war, famine, greed and Charlie Sheen. Tickets are $27.
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NYC: NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER ALLAN HARRIS AT THE METROPOLITAN
Winner of three New York Nightlife Awards, Allan Harris will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Mondays, April 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 9:30 pm. Harris has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for his amazing ability to touch and inspire people with his "smooth as velvet voice" and powerful stage presence. He has released nine international CDs within the past ten years, written, produced and starred in a new musical and toured in over twelve countries. Harris stretches far beyond the jazz crooner's province to the hemline of American jazz and vernacular music. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: PARTY GIRL AT FEINSTEIN'S IN APRIL
Marianne Challis brings an audience-wowing combination of sophisticated chanteuse and rib-tickling comedienne to her show at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) on Monday, April 12th & Sunday, April 18th at 8:30 pm. The refreshing and irreverent cabaret star is the 2008 Bistro Award Winner for Outstanding Female Vocalist as well as vocal coach to some of Broadway's top singing talent. The show will include several of her most-requested songs, such as "Something in Red," and "Downtown" as well as newly crafted arrangements especially for this engagement. Musical direction is by Mark Hummel, well-known Broadway arranger and composer of the current Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Direction by MAC Award winner Scott Barnes. Cover is $30-$50 with a $25 food/drink minimum.
NYC: SCOTT ALAN & FRIENDS AT BIRDLAND
Theatrical composer and lyricist Scott Alan returns to BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - ) on Monday, April 12th at 7:00 pm. Alan be joined by some of today's brightest men on the New York theatre scene, including Darius de Haas (Rent), Bobby Steggert (Ragtime, Yank!), Nicholas Rodriguez ("One Life To Live"), Josh Lamon (Hair), Michael Kadin Craig (Altar Boyz), Michael Seelbach (Wicked), Hunter Ryan Herdlicka (A Little Night Music), Matt Doyle (Bye Bye Birdie), The Broadway Boys, and more to be announced. Scott Alan wrote the book, music and lyrics for the musical Detour in Los Angeles. Since returning to New York City seven years ago, many of Broadway's elite have sung his music, including Liz Callaway, Shoshana Bean, Adriane Lenox, Sutton Foster, Stephanie J. Block, Julia Murney, Cheyenne Jackson, Megan Hilty, Norm Lewis, Eden Espinosa and more, all of which can be found on his debut CD, "Dreaming Wide Awake," and his follow up CD, "Keys," which are both available on his website and iTunes. Cover charge is $30-$40 with a $10 food/drink minimum.
NYC: "THE MEETING" - GAY VARIETY SHOW RETURNS TO THE DUPLEX
"The Meeting" is a monthly comedy/variety show presented at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ). The next event is on Monday, April 12th at 9:30 pm with host Justin Sayre. The shows are a romp through politics, sexual and otherwise, social news, music, skits, and other important life-changing information. It is produced by Adam J. Rosen & Rudy Scala. The April show will feature an The April show will feature special guest star Molly Pope and a tribute to the iconic Bette Davis. There is a $10 cover charge and a two-drink minimum.
NYC: JIMMY GLEASON - ACTOR UNDER FIRE
Jimmy Gleason brings his show "Actor Under Fire" to the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Mondays, April 5th & 12th. The show is a solo performance account of Gleason's enlistment in the Air Force, being sent to Vietnam and then once there, being cast to star in Neil Simon's Star Spangled Girl. Having traveled to over twenty base camps, hospitals villages and to the front lines for over a month to bring this show to men and women in uniform, Gleason tells the story of the effect the tour had on him as well as the stories of the soldiers. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
MAC Award-winning vocalist Rob Langeder returns with his acclaimed show of 2009, "Any Place I Hang My Hat..." to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for one performance only, on Tuesday, April 13th at 7:00 pm. "Any Place I Hang My Hat..." is a raucous romp through all-time song favorites - as well as a few lesser-known gems. The show features The Fortune 5 with Musical Director Fortune Esposito on guitar and Rob's special guest Jenna Esposito. In 2007, Rob was honored with a MAC Award for his New York cabaret solo debut: his hand-clappin', foot-stompin' celebration of the gospel of The Great White Way - Broadway Revival. Other recent New York appearances include Words Words Words & Music, The Question W Revue, Private Events In Public Places, Man Of La Mancha and playing Ritchie Valens in the National Tour of Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
The Phoebe Legere Quintet will appear on Tuesday, April 13th, with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) to celebrate their new CD album: The Ooh La La Coq Tail! The recording is a new Jazz - Musette CD that includes 5 of Legere's original compositions, 5 French songs and 3 Great American Standards. It's all acoustic and joyously improvised, played and sung LIVE at the Bennett Studios, with Miss Phoebe Legere leading the band from the piano. Dae Bennett sings background vocals with Miss Legere. The quintet features Warren Vache, Jon Burr, Aaron Weinstein, Elvis Sinatra and Warren Odze. Legere's concert at IRIDIUM will include jazz interpretations of her signature songs, "Marilyn Monroe and Hot Sicilian Pizza Boy" in addition to original songs from her new CD: "Sex is Love" "Playing Me Like A Piano" "Sometimes it Snows in Las Vegas" and "I Love Myself When I'm with You." There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Jazz legend Annie Ross continues her unprecedented, record-breaking, multi-year run at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440), Tuesday nights in April at 9:30 pm. Ms. Ross has been an abundant contributor to the art of jazz for over 50 years. Born in the UK, she has been a permanent resident of the USA for many years and a US citizen since 2001. Annie Ross is one of the pioneers of vocalese and the composer of "Twisted", one of the most well known examples of that art, as well as "Farmers Market", "Jackie" and many others. A founding member of Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, considered the greatest jazz vocal ensemble of all time, her influence is present in all subsequent practitioners of vocalese. "Twisted" has been recorded by a host of vocalists, including some not normally associated with jazz, including Joni Mitchell and Bette Midler. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 minimum.
The 25th Annual Bistro Awards Gala will take place on Tuesday, April 13th at GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB (208 West 23rd Street, NYC - 212-367-9000 - ) at 6:30 pm. More than 20 of cabaret's brightest stars will be honored. Legendary singer-dancer-actress Mitzi Gaynor, a longtime headliner in Las Vegas and the nightclub circuit will be honored with the Bob Harrington Lifetime Achievement Award. Elaine Stritch will be recognized in the category of Extraordinary Cabaret Artist, noting her recent conquests of the cabaret stage. The evening, under the direction of Eric Michael Gillett, will feature performances from most of the Bistro-winning artists and shows and will feature guest presenters singer Klea Blackhurst, comic Jim David, and actress-comedienne Marilyn Sokol. Ticket prices are $45 general admission, $75 for premium seating, which includes a pre-show Champagne reception and preferred seating (two-drink minimum). To purchase show tickets, go to http://www.bistroawards.com/ , or for more information, call 917-239-5467.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD WEDNESDAY - APRIL 14th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: CARMELA RAPPAZZO AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
After living, performing and recording four CD's in Los Angeles, Carmela Rappazzo returns to New York City to perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Wednesday, April 14th at 7:00 pm. Carmela will bring her unique take and wry sense of humor to some of the Great American Songbook standards with a mix of her own original songs as well as a few by the musicians she has crossed paths with over the years. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD THURSDAY - APRIL 15th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: "IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?" AT THE DUPLEX
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents the 1983 musical IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? as part of its "Closing Notice" Series at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Tuesday through Thursday, April 6th, 7th & 8th and Thursday through Saturday, April 15th, 16th & 17th, all shows at 7:00 pm. The production will be directed by Jeremy Gold Kronenberg (Gallery Players' Caroline or Change) with musical direction by Andrew Smithson from a score by Craig Carnelia (music and lyrics). The book is by Jeffrey Kindley. Jennifer Ashley Tepper serves as assistant director. Edward Carignan will choreograph. The production manager is Billie Di Stefano with Suzanne Adams producing. Cast in the show are Owen Austin, Doug Chitel, Mark Emerson, Amy Fitts, Marcie Henderson, Leslie Henstock , Austin Ku, Heather Jane Rolff, and Lou Steele. Is There Life After High School? chronicles the effects that our high school years have had on each and every one of us. Told through various monologues and songs, Is There Life After High School? reflects upon the quintessential high school moments that have made us who we are today. At times hilariously awkward - at times heartbreakingly painful - this production exposes the intimate and vulnerable memories of our high school days. The "Closing Notice" Series is a set of "living cast album" presentations focusing on classic musicals that were either dubbed a "flop", had short commercial runs or most likely will never be revived again. The Broadway show opened on May 7, 1982 to run only 17 performances (after a preview period of 48 performances). Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum and must be purchased in advance online through http://www.SmartTix.com or by calling 212-868-4444.
L.A.: SYLVIA BROOKS RETURN TO CATALINA BAR & GRILL
Hot on the heels of their sensational debut CD Dangerous Liaisons, recording artist Sylvia Brooks and her company of six top West Coast jazz musicians, will again set the standard with a return performance at the world renowned CATALINA BAR & GRILL (6725 West Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-2210 - ) on Thursday, April 15th at 8:00 pm. Ms. Brooks' vocal stylings and sultry stage presence harkens back to an era of truly legendary singers. Some say that she's a cross between Judy Garland and Julie London but with a distinctive sound all her own. Brooks and her musicians capture the drama, the sophistication and the quiet storm of emotions that lie behind the most legendary songs of our time, while reinterpreting and reinvigorating them for a new audience. Call for cover/minimum information.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
Kathleen France brings back her acclaimed 2009 Debut Cabaret Show entitled "Book of Love" to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Friday, April 16th at 7:30 pm. The show explores the trials and tribulations of dating through song. An avid reader, Kathleen daydreams about her love life being like those in novels, only to find that real life doesn't quite measure up to the stories she reads on the train. Music includes selections from Queen, Billy Joel, Sheryl Crow, Dolly Parton, Sippie Wallace, and others from the Great American Songbook. Music Direction is by Tracy Stark and the show is directed by Lina Koutrakos. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
Cynthia Crane celebrates of the surrender of "the guy who put the Bull in Bull Market, the P in Ponzi": Bernard L. Madoff when she brings back her 2009 hit show "John Denver, Bernie Madoff & Me" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - / ) in in March & April. With musical director Mark Janas, Cynthia once again turns to music and comedy speak her mind - and to make the whole world fun again. Performances are scheduled for Thursday, March 25th & Saturday, March 27th and Wednesday, April 7th & Friday, April 16th, all shows at 7:30 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: CHRISTINE REISNER AND THE SONGS OF ALBERT HAGUE
Singer Christine Reisner will appear at New York City's THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Saturday, April 10th at 7:30 pm and Friday, April 16th at 7:30 pm to premiere a retrospective of songs by her late uncle, TONY-Award winning composer Albert Hague. Directed by Eric Michael Gillett and featuring pianist Tex Arnold and Jon Burr on bass, the evening celebrates the oeuvre of one of America's national treasures. Interpreted with insightful warmth and wit by Christine Reisner, the musical world of Albert Hague comes alive in this winning one-hour show. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: A MUSICAL OBSESSION WITH FRANK RETURNS
Cary Hoffman's "My Sinatra... A Musical Memoir About Obsession," returns to THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) with a regular schedule of every other Friday night at 7:00 pm through June 18th, starting on April 9th. Through this presentation, Cary Hoffman has turned his highly-rated Public Television Special and concert show, "My Sinatra" into a theater piece about his obsession with legendary Frank Sinatra and the affect it had on him, a Long Island teenager growing up after losing two fathers and moving in with his three studio musician uncles, who played on some of Frank Sinatra's ground breaking records. "My Sinatra... A Musical About Obsession," features over 30 songs that Frank Sinatra sang. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Smarttix at 212-868-4444 or http://www.smarttix.com/.
NYC: "IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL?" AT THE DUPLEX
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents the 1983 musical IS THERE LIFE AFTER HIGH SCHOOL? as part of its "Closing Notice" Series at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Tuesday through Thursday, April 6th, 7th & 8th and Thursday through Saturday, April 15th, 16th & 17th, all shows at 7:00 pm. The production will be directed by Jeremy Gold Kronenberg (Gallery Players' Caroline or Change) with musical direction by Andrew Smithson from a score by Craig Carnelia (music and lyrics). The book is by Jeffrey Kindley. Jennifer Ashley Tepper serves as assistant director. Edward Carignan will choreograph. The production manager is Billie Di Stefano with Suzanne Adams producing. Cast in the show are Owen Austin, Doug Chitel, Mark Emerson, Amy Fitts, Marcie Henderson, Leslie Henstock , Austin Ku, Heather Jane Rolff, and Lou Steele. Is There Life After High School? chronicles the effects that our high school years have had on each and every one of us. Told through various monologues and songs, Is There Life After High School? reflects upon the quintessential high school moments that have made us who we are today. At times hilariously awkward - at times heartbreakingly painful - this production exposes the intimate and vulnerable memories of our high school days. The "Closing Notice" Series is a set of "living cast album" presentations focusing on classic musicals that were either dubbed a "flop", had short commercial runs or most likely will never be revived again. The Broadway show opened on May 7, 1982 to run only 17 performances (after a preview period of 48 performances). Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum and must be purchased in advance online through http://www.SmartTix.com or by calling 212-868-4444.
CHI: LAURA FREEMAN SINGS JULIE ANDREWS AT DAVENPORT'S
Laura Freeman presents her new cabaret show, "The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie" to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - ) on Fridays in April, the 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th at 8:00 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, so 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". There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD SATURDAY - APRIL 17th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: WHEN THE SEX IS GONE
Charlie Martini & Alastair Estaire, a stripper and a boxer, inhabiting the one body, muse over a life lived in the dark belly of desire at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Saturdays, through April 17th at 10:30 pm. A hilarious portrait of eroticism as told by a broken-hearted hermaphrodite, the show is a unique story with original songs, 'guaranteed to SHOCK and AMAZE.' WINNER 2009 Melbourne Airport Award 'best Newcomer' and WINNER 2009 Melbourne Fringe 'best Cabaret'. Written and performed by Tommy Bradson, with the assistance of Jacqueline Morton. Call for cover/minimum information.
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD SUNDAY - APRIL 18th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: PARTY GIRL AT FEINSTEIN'S IN APRIL
Marianne Challis brings an audience-wowing combination of sophisticated chanteuse and rib-tickling comedienne to her show at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - ) on Monday, April 12th & Sunday, April 18th at 8:30 pm. The refreshing and irreverent cabaret star is the 2008 Bistro Award Winner for Outstanding Female Vocalist as well as vocal coach to some of Broadway's top singing talent. The show will include several of her most-requested songs, such as "Something in Red," and "Downtown" as well as newly crafted arrangements especially for this engagement. Musical direction is by Mark Hummel, well-known Broadway arranger and composer of the current Radio City Christmas Spectacular. Direction by MAC Award winner Scott Barnes. Cover is $30-$50 with a $25 food/drink minimum.
S.F.: VARLA JEAN AND THE MUSHROOMHEADS
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - ) presents Varla Jean Merman in an all-new show, from Wednesday, April 7th through Sunday, April 18th. "Varla Jean And The Mushroomheads" is directed and choreographed by Donna Drake, who was in the original Broadway cast of A CHORUS LINE and recent director of Jungle Red at the Victoria Theatre and Christmas with the Crawfords. The show also features New Orleans natives Ricky Graham and Brooks Braselman with Tom Shaw on piano and Roberta Drake on drums. Varla Jean, the purported lovechild of Ethel Merman and Ernest Borgnine, is perhaps best known for her role in the cult classic film Girls Will Be Girls. Jeffery Roberson's incomparable drag creation shared the Outfest Film Festival "Best Actor" Award and the Aspen HBO Film Festival "Best Actress" Award with his costars Jack Plotnick and Clinton Leupp for his featured performance in Girls Will Be Girls (Sundance 2003) directed by Richard Day. He also played the role of Mary Sunshine in the revival of Chicago on Broadway. Last May, he was the opening act at Vienna's LifeBall, Europe's largest fundraiser for AIDS research, where he performed on the same bill with Sharon Stone, Catherine Deneuve and Naomi Campbell. Performance times and cover charges vary by date, so see the RRRAZZ ROOM website for details: http://www.therrazzroom.com/ .
AUS: I HEART FRANKSTON, THE MUSICAL
Strange Bedfellow Productions presents "I Heart Frankston, The Musical" at THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - ) Thursdays through Sundays, April 8th through 18th at 8:00 pm (Sundays at 7:00 pm) featuring Gerard Lane, Adrian Portell & Laura Burzacott. Directed by Bryce Ives. Frankston is dead. An extremist local Mayor has been voted in, banning musical theatre. What was once a happy-go-lucky outer-suburban ghetto by the sea, where musical-theatre gangs serenaded teenage mums in the mall, has been transformed into a world where the sun doesn't shine and it's no longer legal for straight men to act gay. But when two young musical men with a passion for football and jazz ballet stage a protest show, there are fireworks in the Centre link queue. Can these musical rebels convince the townsfolk to reconsider? Tickets are $25.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD MONDAY - APRIL 19th CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER ALLAN HARRIS AT THE METROPOLITAN
Winner of three New York Nightlife Awards, Allan Harris will perform at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Mondays, April 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th at 9:30 pm. Harris has won praise from both critics and audiences worldwide for his amazing ability to touch and inspire people with his "smooth as velvet voice" and powerful stage presence. He has released nine international CDs within the past ten years, written, produced and starred in a new musical and toured in over twelve countries. Harris stretches far beyond the jazz crooner's province to the hemline of American jazz and vernacular music. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
CABARET EVENTS AROUND THE WORLD FRIDAY - APRIL 23rd CLICK ON UNDERLINED HEADLINES FOR MORE DETAILS
NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER RETURNS WITH "ALL ABOUT LOVE!"
Manhattan's beloved cabaret diva Baby Jane Dexter brings her sensational show, All About Love, to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) for 2 encore performances on Fridays, April 23rd & 30th at 7:30 pm. She is joined once more by her longtime arranger/musical director and Back Stage Bistro Award winner Ross Patterson and by Emmy winner Elissa Patterson as consultant. Tackling the quixotic aspects of love, from woulda, coulda, shoulda and a few mountains in between, Baby Jane Dexter's brand new show dives full force into that which is real - and that which is fantasy. Long a beloved mainstay on the night club scene from Reno Sweeney to Carnegie Hall to her comeback at Eighty Eight's and her sold out runs at Metropolitan Room at Gotham, Ms. Dexter is always a force to be reckoned with. This new show is no exception. The multi-award winning diva leaves no stone unturned as she delves into matters of the heart. In doing so, she will sing from the catalogues of a potpourri of great songwriters including, Duke Ellington, Carole King, Stephen Sondheim, John Lennon and Paul McCartney. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. SIDEBAR ADVERTISER
NYC: A MUSICAL OBSESSION WITH FRANK RETURNS
Cary Hoffman's "My Sinatra... A Musical Memoir About Obsession," returns to THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - ) with a regular schedule of every other Friday night at 7:00 pm through June 18th, starting on April 9th. Through this presentation, Cary Hoffman has turned his highly-rated Public Television Special and concert show, "My Sinatra" into a theater piece about his obsession with legendary Frank Sinatra and the affect it had on him, a Long Island teenager growing up after losing two fathers and moving in with his three studio musician uncles, who played on some of Frank Sinatra's ground breaking records. "My Sinatra... A Musical About Obsession," features over 30 songs that Frank Sinatra sang. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at Smarttix at 212-868-4444 or http://www.smarttix.com/.
CHI: LAURA FREEMAN SINGS JULIE ANDREWS AT DAVENPORT'S
Laura Freeman presents her new cabaret show, "The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie" to DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - ) on Fridays in April, the 9th, 16th 23rd & 30th at 8:00 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, so 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". There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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San Francisco's legendary singer/songwriter and vocal coach, Faith Winthrop, presents her rollicking new show, "Faith Lift," at 
Molly Pope, critically acclaimed cabarettist (The Diva-lution of Molly Pope), returns to 
After his critically acclaimed New York debut last summer, Jaron Vesely returns to 
Cynthia Crane celebrates of the surrender of "the guy who put the Bull in Bull Market, the P in Ponzi": Bernard L. Madoff when she brings back her 2009 hit show "John Denver, Bernie Madoff & Me" to 
Natalie Slipko returns to the cabaret scene with her comical one-woman show, "Makeup Your Mind! - Tales Of A Beauty Consultant" on Wednesday, April 7th at 9:15 pm and Thursday, April 8th at 8:00 pm at 
Emcee and WJJG radio personality Kevin Moore presents Score-by-Score: An Evening of Andrew Lloyd Webber at 
Direct from guest starring on Ugly Betty and appearing on Logo's TV special Dragtastic: One Night Standup, 
This year's reigning 1930s Idol champion, Sigali Hamberger, takes a departure from her take on the classics that earned her the title in her show "Solstice" at 
Direct from Berlin, Kara Johnstad sings a wonderful array of Michel Legrand's greatest hits in the New York debut of her show, Le Grand Love, at 
Cary Hoffman's "My Sinatra... A Musical Memoir About Obsession," returns to 
Laura Freeman presents her new cabaret show, "The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Julie" to 
The Cabaret at the Columbia Club Presents "An Evening with Melora Hardin" (Star of NBC's "The Office" and Broadway's "Chicago") on Friday & Saturday, April 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm at 
John Hoglund and Geri Malino present CALLING ALL ANGELS, a special cabaret show to benefit Gregory Kennell at 
Aside from presenting some extraordinary talent, Calling All Angels is being produced to raise much needed funds for the ongoing therapeutic process necessary to help Greg Kennell regain motor skills and return to a normal life after almost two months in a coma at St. Vincent's Hospital as a result of demyelinating encephalitis and related consequences. Miraculously, Greg has recently regained the ability to communicate with limited speech. However, he remains paralyzed and confined to St. Elizabeth Ann?s Health Care & Rehabilitation Facility on Staten Island where he receives minimal rehabilitation therapy. Friends and loved ones offer ongoing support but so much more professional help is needed for his rehabilitation - and survival. Gregory Kennell has designed numerous graphic art for albums (Julie Reyburn, Craig Rubano, Marcus Simeone, etc.) as well as stunning logos and ads for numerous magazines, newspapers (including The NY Times, The Algonquin Hotel, etc.) and fliers. He is a gifted artist and craftsman and is highly regarded in his field. Greg also served as a board of director for MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) for several years. There is a $25 cover ($50 VIP) plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
Singer Christine Reisner will appear at New York City's 
A brand new variety show. "Spotlight at the Iguana", hosted by Singer/Entertainer Tom D'Angelo is continuing at the 
Step back into time as fishnet clad Jesse Luttrell hosts off-Broadway's biggest little vaudeville: BAWDY! at 
Broadway and television personality Julie Halston will appear at 
Internationally acclaimed vocalist/composer Jocelyn Medina is appearing at 
Lua Hadar & Jason Martineau will perform as part of the Sunday Afternoon Jazz Series curated by pianist Larry Vuckovich at 
Marianne Challis brings an audience-wowing combination of sophisticated chanteuse and rib-tickling comedienne to her show at 
Theatrical composer and lyricist Scott Alan returns to 
MAC Award-winning vocalist Rob Langeder returns with his acclaimed show of 2009, "Any Place I Hang My Hat..." to 
The Phoebe Legere Quintet will appear on Tuesday, April 13th, with sets at 8:00 & 10:00 pm at 
The 25th Annual Bistro Awards Gala will take place on Tuesday, April 13th at 
Hot on the heels of their sensational debut CD Dangerous Liaisons, recording artist Sylvia Brooks and her company of six top West Coast jazz musicians, will again set the standard with a return performance at the world renowned 
Manhattan's beloved cabaret diva Baby Jane Dexter brings her sensational show, All About Love, to 
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