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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #90603 - Monday, June 8th, 2009
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LOOKING FOR MORE "FAVORITES" TO JOIN CAST OF BIRTHDAY SHOW
We're looking for some more performers to join the cast of "A Few of My Favorites", the 19th BIRTHDAY PARTY of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE to be held on Thursday, July 9th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - ). Already announced cast members include cabaret legend Tom Andersen, recent cabaret newcomer Terrell Baker, cabaret/Broadway favorite Raissa Katona Bennett, the delightful Moira Danis, the all-girl vocal group The Delivery Girls, singer/dancer Ryan Greer and the inimitable singer/actor Jim Speake. Musical director for the show is the 2009-double-MAC-Award winning Tracy Stark. We sent out more invites over the weekend and hope to have some announcements soon.
Each year CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE presents the DOTTIE BURMAN and JEFF MATSON awards, and this year we welcome back as our honored guests, past winners: DC Anderson, Hector Coris, Trudi Mann, Collette Black, Joe Regan and Miles Phillips - winners of the JEFF MATSON AWARD, which has been presented since our first birthday party in 2004 and Maria Gentile and Tracy, winners of the DOTTIE BURMAN AWARD, which we started presenting in 2007.
Tickets are $15 for new/renewed 2009-2010 members and $25 for non-members (plus the usual $15 food/drink minimum required by the venue). TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH THE WEBSITE - no reservations will be taken by the club, no tickets will be available the night of the show.
Go to http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1tkt2.shtml to buy your ticket (2009-2010 members can purchase 2 tickets at the member price). If you can't make it to the show, you can buy an ad in the program book (as little as $25) at http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1program.shtml or purchase a ticket that we can give to someone who can't afford one (each birthday we give away 4 or 5 tickets purchased this way.) $100 sponsorships (includes a free ticket and a 1/2 page program ad, plus acknowledgement in promotions - see next paragraph) are available at http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1sponsor.shtml
Proceeds from the party go to support CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE through the summer months, when banner and other advertising income traditionally drops by 50-70%.
The CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 19th Birthday Party
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HERE & THERE - PART I
What a great and glorious weekend I had - sunshine, warm days (but not too warm) and cool nights! Long walks through my Loisaida neighborhood both Saturday and Sunday were refreshing and inspiring. I even got to see two fantastic, entertaining, exciting shows since the last issue: Mark Nadler's Ira Gershwin salute on Thursday night and Daryl Glenn's NASHVILLE show last night - both at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM.
Being at the Nadler show was sort of the result of a "senior moment." Somehow I thought Gretchen Reinhagen's new show was at 7:30 pm and was a little stunned when I was handed the song list for Mark Nadler's show instead. But a happy mistake it was! Skillfully researched and created, and artfully and entertainingly performed, this show has to go down not just a classic cabaret, but as cabaret at its finest. I have to admit, I haven't seen Mark perform since the FIREBIRD shows - couldn't afford his shows at THE ALGONQUIN - unless you count the brief stint he did accompanying Dame Edna on Broadway (the publicist - one of the very few publicists who actually has been a CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE member as well) - managed to get me seats to two performances so I could take a different friend to each). But I have been a fan of this "piano wizard" since he was a mere lad at the piano at the original 5 Oaks - where CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE had its conception 19 years ago. Mark is back every Thursday at 7:30 in June at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM - check this one out!
And what can is say about NASHVILLE? Just one word: Incredible! Country music - or is it Blue Grass music? - at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM - who knew? This show won cabaret's 2009 triple crown: The Nightlife Award in January, The Bistro Award in April and the MAC Award in May. And deservedly! And now they kicked it up another notch, adding a guest performer each week - last night it was the fiery Lorinda Lisitza! (Next month Lisa Asher!). The songs - all from the acclaimed film of the same name - just kept on coming, with hardly a moment for us to catch our breath. The excitement and fun was so overpowering, when the show ended everyone in the room wanted more (including me). I already have my reservation in for Sunday, July 5th (the day before my official birthday)!
At the Nadler show I was seated in the unofficial "Senior Section" at the METROPOLITAN ROOM - along with two of my favorite senior lady performers: Gerta Grunen and Carol Shedlin - I won't even guess what our combined ages totaled. CABARET SCENES editor Frank Dain asked to sit with us, but we made him display his AARP card before we would allow it (and he had one!). Peter Haas tried to move into our section but we told him he was too old and sent him packing to the unofficial "super-senior" section in the center of the room. The place was packed with celebrities, many of them who were co-performers with Mark in earlier shows, including KT Sullivan and Heather Mac Rae. We also saw Sue Matsuki, Joan Crowe and Stephanie Zagoren in the jam-packed audience.
I hope you will go to the website today at http://www.svhamstra.com/Membership.shtml and join CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE as a 2009-2010 member - and then go to http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1tkt2.shtml to buy your ticket to our 19th Birthday Show at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN on Thursday, June 9th at 7:00 pm (members can purchase 2 tickets at the member price). That way you can get the MEMBER price of $15 rather than $25. Or if you can't make it, buy an ad in the program book (as little as $25) at http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1program.shtml or purchase a ticket that we can give to someone who can't afford one (each birthday we give away 4 or 5 tickets purchased this way.) $100 sponsorships (includes a free ticket and a 1/4 page program ad plus acknowledgement in promotions) available at http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1sponsor.shtml Reservations are limited to 75 - with 45 seats already reserved. Tickets are only available on line - and no seats will be sold at the door the night of the show.
CABARET FOLKS ON TWITTER YOU SHOULD FOLLOW DEPARTMENT: Every Monday we spotlight another cabaret personality who you should follow on TWITTER (besides me at http://twitter.com/stuhamstra ). These are performers and friends of cabaret that I am currently following, who provide pithy comments and news on a regular basis, and who will not inundate you with TWITS of a political, commercial or pornographic nature and endless promos for their website, blog or next cabaret show. Choice this week is Lee Lessack (http://twitter.com/leetunes ). Last week we "twittered" with Lee as he travelled from California to HARLAN'S in New Hope, then THE CASTLE in Tarrytown, and today he heads for THE METROPOLITAN ROOM for his nearly-sold-out show tonight, all part of his tribute tour to the songs of Johnny Mercer. Click on his link to sign on as a follower.
Members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE are eligible for SPECIAL discounts and deals on all banners and ads during June & July - check out the item in the MEMBERS' ONLY newsletter of Friday May 29th and repeated in this Friday's special newsletter.
This will be an extra busy month for me - not only are some great shows coming up, but tomorrow the folks who invited me to St. Louis last year are coming to town for a few days, and at the end of the month my sister comes to the area for her high school class reunion (in New Jersey). I want to take them all out "cabareting" and await their visits to see what free nights they have open.
SHOWS TO CHECK OUT IN NYC THIS WEEK:
THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-754-4649 - ) continues with its Talent Contest for Singers - THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT - hosted by Paul Sheesley tonight and every Monday night through June 22nd, at 9:30 pm.
THE CONCERTS AT TUDOR CITY GREENS has its second show of spring, "Jazzy June" in Tudor City Greens Park (enter at Tudor City Place between East 42nd and East 43rd Streets) this Wednesday, June 10th, with sets at 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm.
GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Bistro Award Winner Grace Cosgrove, and held monthly at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) has its June show, HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME!, scheduled for this Thursday, June 11th at 6:30 pm featuring as headliner Marilyn Maye.
Plus shows by Mary Foster Conklin, Susan Winter, Lee Lessack, Marilyn Maye, Euan Morton, Annie Ross and Mark Nadler at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM; Darryl Sherman at THE ALGONQUIN; Quinn Lemley is at B.B.KINGS; Joan Crowe at THE IGUANA; Cynthia Crane at The ARIUM CAFE; Irene Woods, Roxy Arrojo, Ray Jessell, at DON'T TELL MAMA; Natalie Douglas, Regina Carter at BIRDLAND; OPENING DOORS with I LOVE MY WIFE, Karen Mack & Michael Holland, Cait Doyle at THE DUPLEX; TRIBUTE TO JERRY LIVINGSTON, After Party and Ronnie Jayne at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN - and so many more. Check out the DIARY/DATEBOOK FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS all over the world (at least the shows that sent me press releases).
More HERE & THERE items appear at the bottom of this issue - including any last minute news items that come in just before we "go to press" and more comments and commentary on the art and artists of cabaret. And even more news can be found on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Blog.
NOW FOR SOME NEWS ABOUT CABARET
SPECIAL NOTE ABOUT LISTINGS BELOW: Most items below appear for the very first time in the newsletter. The only items repeated in this issue are for those events currently being advertised on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website (http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ ) or cabaret organization events, or regular weekly/monthly events that feature special guests each time. The Thursday issue also includes listings of all shows presented by CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members that offer discounts to fellow members. For a full, complete listing of all events that appeared in past issues of the newsletter, see THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - JUNE 8th THROUGH 14th
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF CABARET EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
Your event not listed? Just send us a press release!
MONDAY - JUNE 8th
NYC: "THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT" CONTEST CONTINUES!
THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-754-4649 - ) continues with its Talent Contest for Singers - THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT - hosted by Paul Sheesley and held every Monday night through June 22nd, at 9:30 pm. You must sign up by 8:00 pm. Musical directors are Steve Bocchino and David Pellegrene. 1st prize is $500 and a guest spot on Paul Sheesley's TV Show "American Songbook". 2nd place: $250 and 3rd place $100. All the rules and more information are on the TOWNHOUSE website - just click on the SIDE-BAR banner in the right column on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE opening (home) page, or click on the SUPERSIZE banner that will appear at random at the top of every page.
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CHICAGO: TOP 100 MOVIE SONGS OF ALL TIME
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT
Every Monday in June at 7:30 pm, at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - ), over 40 talented singers from CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - ) will present their SUMMER SHOWCASE SERIES, a series of entertaining musical programs featuring the top 100 movie songs of all time, as chosen by the American Film Institute (AFI). Each show will have its own musical director and director as well as its own cast. Scheduled to appear on Monday, June 8th: Mark Burnell, Musical Director; Anne Burnell, Director; Starring: Rob Dorn, Michelle Greenberg, Laurie Marchese, Debbie Koziarz Miller and Jeanne Scherkenbach. All shows have a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS ON THIS DATE SEE THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
TUESDAY - JUNE 9th
NYC: LOVE ROLLS ON ONE MORE TIME WITH SUSAN WINTER
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
Susan Winter returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with an updated version her acclaimed 2008 show, "Love Rolls On" on Tuesday, June 9th at 7:00 pm and Wednesday, June 10th, at 7:30 pm. The centerpiece of the show is based on her parent's WW2 love letters. Teamed with Rick Jensen at the piano and Tom Hubbard on bass, Susan performs soon-to-be standards by contemporary writers such as Susan Werner, Dave Frishberg and Lee Wing, Carol Hall and Carroll Coates that help to tell her story. She also sings classics from the likes of Arlen, Bernstein, Gershwin and Berlin. Directed by Lina Koutrakos. She'll be recording a LIVE CD at both shows for future release. All who attend will receive a FREE CD upon release. $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: MIKE BERKOWITZ & HIS BAND SALUTE SINATRA AND BASIE
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
ScoBar Entertainment presents Mike Berkowitz & Orchestra with featured vocalist Tony Babino at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - ) on Tuesday, June 9th with sets at 8:30 & 10:30 pm. This is a rare chance to see and hear a jazz orchestra in full swing. The show is titled: Sinatra and Basie at the Sands - a Tribute to the men and their Music. Berkowitz, touring drummer/music director with Liza Minnelli, is returning to his All-Star Big Band (15 pieces) playing Sanatra's big hits & 'swing-era' classics: "Come Fly With Me," "My Kind Of Town," "One For My Baby," "Street Of Dreams," "Fly Me To The Moon" many others. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: AN ALL-STAR BENEFIT FOR JOE DIORIO AT BIRDLAND
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FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS ON THIS DATE SEE THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
WEDNESDAY - JUNE 10th
NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN WITH SONGS OF MOON & SAND
Mary Foster Conklin presents "MOON AND SAND - Songs of salty days and sultry nights" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Wednesday, June 10th at 9:45 pm and Saturday, June 13th at 5:00 pm. First presented last February as a tonic for New York winters, she is bringing the show back in summer to celebrate the upcoming 40th anniversary of the moon landing in July. Appearing with Mary will be John diMartino on piano, Marco Panascia on bass and Ron Vincent on drums. A celebrated performer on the New York jazz and cabaret scene, Mary Foster Conklin is a vocalist with Art Lillard's 15-piece Heavenly Band, and can be heard on his latest recording REASONS TO BE THANKFUL, on Summit Records. She is a three-time MAC Award winner, a three-time Back Stage Bistro Award winner, and recipient of 2007 MAC Award for Jazz Recording of the Year for her tribute to Matt Dennis, BLUES FOR BREAKFAST on Rhombus Records. Her debut recording CRAZY EYES was listed as one of the ten best CDs of 1998 by IN THEATRE Magazine. Her second CD, YOU'D BE PARADISE, was released in Fall 2001 to critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: LOVE ROLLS ON ONE MORE TIME WITH SUSAN WINTER
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
Susan Winter returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) with an updated version her acclaimed 2008 show, "Love Rolls On" on Wednesday, June 10th, at 7:30 pm. The centerpiece of the show is based on her parent's WW2 love letters. Teamed with Rick Jensen at the piano and Tom Hubbard on bass, Susan performs soon-to-be standards by contemporary writers such as Susan Werner, Dave Frishberg and Lee Wing, Carol Hall and Carroll Coates that help to tell her story. She also sings classics from the likes of Arlen, Bernstein, Gershwin and Berlin. Directed by Lina Koutrakos. She'll be recording a LIVE CD at both shows for future release. All who attend will receive a FREE CD upon release. $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: THE CONCERTS AT TUDOR CITY GREENS CONTINUE
Raissa Katona Bennett hosts an amazing array of Broadway and cabaret artists as THE CONCERTS AT TUDOR CITY GREENS has its second show of spring. "Jazzy June" in Tudor City Greens Park (enter at Tudor City Place between East 42nd and East 43rd Streets) on Wednesday, June 10th, with sets at 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm. Performers will be Scot Albertson, Terese Genecco, Laurie Krauz, Daryl Kojak, Mary Foster Conklin, Shaynee Rainbolt, Rosemary Loar and Marcus Goldhaber. The musical director is Daryl Kojak with Tom Hubbard on bass and Cliff Lyons on saxophone. The show is free and open to the public, with an opportunity given to support the park conservancy with a donation.
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY WITH Peggy Stern's Jazz Chorus
MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues on Wednesdays at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC). This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte. Next show is on Wednesday, June 10th featuring Peggy Stern's River Jazz Chorus. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY FEATURES Chester Gregory
ANY WEDNESDAY, the free in-store concert series that features the best in cabaret, jazz and theater music takes at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC). Performances are at 6:00 pm. On Wednesday, June 10th at 6:00 pm, featured performer is musical theater performer Chester Gregory (Tarzan, Shrek), who takes a personal journey as he goes In Search of High Love. No Reservations taken. No cover.
N.E.AREA: AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC WITH Christine Fontana
Every other Wednesday night Leslie Holmes holds an amazing Open Mic night at the AMAZING THINGS ARTS CENTER (160 Hollis Street, Framingham, MA - 508-405-2787 - ), and each show features a special guest. On Wednesday, June 10th the featured guest is Christine Fontana, with Brian Patton at the piano for the open=mic. The show starts at 7:30 pm, and there is an $8 cover charge ($7 cover for BACA members).
FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS ON THIS DATE SEE THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
THURSDAY - JUNE 11th
NYC: GRACE NOTES: SINGERS' SOIREE: HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Bistro Award Winner Grace Cosgrove, is held monthly at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) with the next show, HOT FUN IN THE SUMMERTIME!, scheduled for Thursday, June 11th at 6:30 pm featuring headliner Marilyn Maye. The lineup of other special guest performers for this show includes Terese Genecco, Frank Dain, Amy Wolk, Elli Fordyce, Shannon Brown, April Henry, Sarah Mucho, Jim Speake and Grace Cosgrove. Don Rebic is Musical Director, with Tom Hubbard on Bass. Lennie Watts serves as Director. This is an on-going lab for top-notch singers - a place for great singers to perform, to try out new material, and to expand their audiences. Each show also introduces a newcomer. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: JANE AQUILINA PRESENTS TOP MALE COMEDY PERFORMERS
Rockin' The Clock", hosted and produced by Jane Aquilina features some of Manhattan's Top Funny Men Comics, including Doug Adler, Michael Brill, Wes Cannon, Nick Cobb, Jeffrey Johns, Danny Leary, Brad Loekle, Mark McCombs, Tom Ragu and Jason Verlaine at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Thursday, June 11th at 9:15 pm. It should prove to be an evening of funnery, debauchery, music, raffles and a whole lotta sparring. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
D.C.AREA: BLADES & HARP IN "LIFE, LOVE & LAUGHTER"
On Thursday, June 11th at 7:30 pm, CABARET AT GERMANO'S (300 South High Street, Baltimore, MD - 410-752-4515 - ) presents Jennifer Blades and James Harp in "Life, Love & Laughter" with songs from Kurt Weill's Americana, from the ever-popular September Song and Speak Low to lesser known beauties such as O, Heart of Love and Is It Him or Is It Me. Call for cover/minimum information.
L.A.AREA: SHOSHANA SINGS STREISAND AT THE FORD
LA's famed UPRIGHT CABARET presents Broadway star Shoshana Bean one night only under the stars in "Shoshana Bean: Shoshana Sings Streisand, A Happening At The Ford" at THE FORD AMPHITHEATER (2580 Cahuenga Boulevard East, Hollywood, CA - 323-461-3673 - ) on Thursday, June 11th at 8:30 pm. Tickets are $35-$45.
AUS: SANDI MCMENAMIN IN CABARET AT ADELAIDE FRINGE
Fresh from her solo cabaret show in February and also her shows at the Leafy Sea Dragon Festival in April, singer/pianist/entertainer Sandi McMenamin will be presenting her own show "Sandi McMenamin In Cabaret" at The Promethean (116 Grote Street, Adelaide, NSW, AUS - TKTS: BASS 131 246 - ) on Thursday, June 11th at 9:30 pm and Sunday, June 14th at 2:00 pm as part of the Adelaide Cabaret Fringe Festival. Call for cover/minimum information.
FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS ON THIS DATE SEE THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
FRIDAY - JUNE 12th
NYC: CAIT DOYLE AT THE DUPLEX IN JUNE
Cait Doyle returns with her show "Hot Mess in Manhattan" to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ) on Friday, June 12th at 9:30 pm. Billed as an evening of off-beat tales of the city woven into pop, jazz, standards, and contemporary theatre tunes that have inspired original songs by such esteemed songwriters as Ryan Scott Oliver, Sharon Kenny, Drew Gasparini, Eli Bolin and Julianne Wick Davis. In this Duplex Exclusive June Mess, Cait Doyle speaks publicly for the first time since Tuesday about life post MAC awards, endorsement deals, her addiction to Amy's Bread, and her commitment to adopt orphaned goldfish (and possibly 1-2 teeny Gosselin). The show is musically directed by Vince Peterson, directed by MAC & Bistro award winning Jonathan Whitton, and features cellist Dan Delaney. This month Cait introduces "Union Square", a song written by 2008 Larson Award Winner Gaby Alter plus an opening act by comedian Tom Leopold (veteran writer of Cheers, Seinfeld). There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: LIZZIE MUELLER AND FRIENDS AT BROADWAY BABY
Aussie Lizzie Mueller and her very special guests present an evening of music and laughs at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ) on Friday, June 12th at 7:00 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: EDDIE SKULLER AND MORPHINE BERRY AT THE LIVING ROOM
Vocalist Eddie Skuller and his band (James Mastro - guitar/harmonica; Vinny DeNunzio - drums; and Jagoda (drums) will perform at GOOGIES LOUNGE at THE LIVING ROOM (154 Stanton Street, NYC - 212-533-7235 - ) this Friday night, June 12th at 8:00 pm, with songs from his CD "The Morphine Berry Story" and with a special visit from Debby Schwartz. Edward Rogers debuts new tunes from his forthcoming album at 7:00 pm and is joined by Joe McGinty, Claudia Chopek and Don Piper. Both shows for just $10.
L.A.AREA: JAN ABRAMS IS ON HER WAY TO YOU
Jan Abrams returns to THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 - ) with her show "On My Way to You" on Friday & Saturday, June 12th & 13th at 9:00 pm. Musical director is John Randall and the show is directed by Bruce Kimmel. Call for cover/minimum information.
FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS ON THIS DATE SEE THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
SATURDAY - JUNE 13th
NYC: MARY FOSTER CONKLIN WITH SONGS OF MOON & SAND
Mary Foster Conklin presents "MOON AND SAND - Songs of salty days and sultry nights" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Saturday, June 13th at 5:00 pm. First presented last February as a tonic for New York winters, she is bringing the show back in summer to celebrate the upcoming 40th anniversary of the moon landing in July. Appearing with Mary will be John diMartino on piano, Marco Panascia on bass and Ron Vincent on drums. A celebrated performer on the New York jazz and cabaret scene, Mary Foster Conklin is a vocalist with Art Lillard's 15-piece Heavenly Band, and can be heard on his latest recording REASONS TO BE THANKFUL, on Summit Records. She is a three-time MAC Award winner, a three-time Back Stage Bistro Award winner, and recipient of 2007 MAC Award for Jazz Recording of the Year for her tribute to Matt Dennis, BLUES FOR BREAKFAST on Rhombus Records. Her debut recording CRAZY EYES was listed as one of the ten best CDs of 1998 by IN THEATRE Magazine. Her second CD, YOU'D BE PARADISE, was released in Fall 2001 to critical acclaim. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: IRENE WOODS PRESENTS IRENE'S GUIDE TO SURVIVAL
Singer Irene Woods brings her show "Irene's Guide to Survival (A Celebration of Neurosis) to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Saturday, June 13th at 4:30 pm and Thursday, June 25th at 6:30 pm. Musical director is David Shenton, and Bruce Baumer directs. Through unique, sometimes quirky and sometimes touching dialog and songs, Irene will attempt to explain how she became the neurotic yet lovable mess that she is today. Irene takes you through her unfortunate childhood as the neighborhood fatty (a condition brought about by her parents' penchant for the wrong food choices). The infamous "Pastrami Incident" is explained in detail. She cheerily glides through her miserable existence as a lonely, obese, bullied kid to her miraculous loss of 60 pounds and subsequent comeback as a nominee for Prettiest Senior in the Taft High School senior elections. Finally, she explains how she survived her difficult childhood by fantasizing that Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz were her parents, and she performs a song dedicated to the memory of Lucille Ball. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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N.J.AREA: LAURA HULL MONTHLY AT PONTE VECCHIO
Acclaimed New Jersey-based vocalist-songwriter Laura Hull will kick off a new monthly jazz series at PONTE VECCHIO RISTORANTE (535 Central Avenue, New Providence, NJ - 908-464-4424) on Saturday, June 13th. Music sets begin at 6:30 pm. Ms. Hull has been described as a savvy jazz stylist with a distinct sound. Her music is drawn from an extensive repertoire of American popular songs, jazz standards, obscure gems, and her original music. A native of New York City, Ms. Hull spent her formative years singing at the resorts of upstate New York's fabled Catskill Mountains, where she practiced her craft performing with numerous bands and learned to sing in a variety of genres and styles. She later worked as a session and jingle singer, and showcased her singing at clubs in and around New York City, and currently appears with her jazz ensemble up and down the east coast. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: BROADWAY ABABY PRESENTS LAURA OVCJAK
Singer/songwriter Laura Ovcjak will appear for one night only at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ) on Saturday, June 13th at 7:00 pm. Her set will include original songs plus covers of old favorites. Call for cover/minimum information.
L.A.AREA: 4 FRIENDS IN BIRTHDAY FUN SHOW
Wayne Moore, Brenda Moore, Bryan Miller and Gilmore Rizzo join as 4 Friends in a special salute celebrating Brenda & Bryan's birthdays at HOLLYWOOD STUDIO BAR & GRILL (6122 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-9917) on Saturday, June 13th at 8:00 pm, doors open at 7:00 pm. They will be doing two sets (with over 2 hours of music and comedy) for one $20 cover and a 2-drink minimum. 4 Friends are known for their lush harmonies as well as their quirky sense of humor. They always put together a perfect evening of songs-of all-kinds.
FOR MORE CABARET EVENTS ON THIS DATE SEE THE DIARY/DATEBOOK
SUNDAY - JUNE 14th
NYC: SENTIMENTAL JOURNEYS AT BROADWAY BABY
"Sentimental Journeys", an evening of cabaret starring Jean Tafler, Billie Williams & Tracy Toler, will be presented at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ) on Sunday, June 14th at 5:00 pm. Musical Director is Norma Jean Curley. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
M.W.AREA: BECKIE MENZIE HAS NO STANDARDS AT THE SKOKIE
Chicago's acclaimed musical performer Beckie Menzie showcases her non-standard way of twisting some of your favorite popular songs at THE SKOKIE THEATRE (7924 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL - 847-677-7761 - ) in her show "Beckie Menzie Has No Standards" on Sunday, June 14th at 7:00 pm. Beckie will also feature some contemporary songs that she thinks should be standards, as well as a couple of her own originals. As one of cabarets' most in demand entertainers, Beckie made her Carnegie Hall debut in Michael Feinstein's "Now & Then" Series. She has also appeared at the New York's legendary Lincoln Center, Chicago's Auditorium Theatre and Park West, as well as at concert halls and art series across the country. Beckie is an award-winning songwriter and also works in the musical theatre department of Northwestern University. Tickets are $25.
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - JUNE 15th THROUGH 21st
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MONDAY - JUNE 15th
NYC: "THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT" CONTEST CONTINUES!
THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-754-4649 - ) continues with its Talent Contest for Singers - THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT - hosted by Paul Sheesley and held every Monday night through June 22nd, at 9:30 pm. You must sign up by 8:00 pm. Musical directors are Steve Bocchino and David Pellegrene. 1st prize is $500 and a guest spot on Paul Sheesley's TV Show "American Songbook". 2nd place: $250 and 3rd place $100. All the rules and more information are on the TOWNHOUSE website - just click on the SIDE-BAR banner in the right column on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE opening (home) page, or click on the SUPERSIZE banner that will appear at random at the top of every page.
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NYC: FRIENDS WITH BENEFITS VIII WITH BROADWAY/CABARET STARS
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
"Friends With Benefits VII" takes place on Monday, June 15th at 9:30 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ), hosted by MAC winner Amy Wolk and Mamma Mia's Gerard Salvador with musical direction by Steven Ray Watkins featuring Scarlett Strallen (Broadway & West End's Mary Poppins), Brandi Burkhardt (A Tale of Two Cities, Mamma Mia!), Adam Kantor (Rent), Jennifer DiNoia (Wicked), Matt Gibson (Gypsy), Frankie James Grande (Mamma Mia!), Lori Hammel (Mamma Mia!), Robert Pendilla (Wicked), Carrie Cimma (Sweeney Todd tour) and Lennie Watts (MAC, Nightlife and Bistro Winner). All proceeds go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS . There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: CALENDAR GIRL IS A FRIEND OF DOROTHY
"Friend of Dorothy: Colleen Sings Judy" with Calendar Girl Colleen McHugh, will be presented on Monday, June 15th at 9:30 pm at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - ). Colleen will celebrate the 40th anniversary of Stonewall the way Judy would've wanted her to: with a drink in one hand, and ... a drink in the other. After all, its cabaret, home of the 2-drink minimum! Call for cover/minimum information.
CHICAGO: CHICAGO SINGS BERNSTEIN BENEFIT FOR PORCHLIGHT
A very special one-night-only benefit performance supporting Porchlight Music Theatre's upcoming 15th anniversary season will be presented at THE GREENHOUSE THEATRE (2257 North Lincoln Street, Chicago, IL - 773-325-9884) on Monday, June 15th at 7:30 pm. Rob Lindley and Doug Peck have created "A Place For Us" featuring some of the brightest names in Chicago theatre and cabaret singing the songs of legendary composer Leonard Bernstein. Currently scheduled to appear: Carol Angeli (Mary Poppins), Charissa Armon, Sean Blake (Showboat), Melanie Brezill, Jayson Brooks, Starr Busby, E. Faye Butler (Mamma Mia), Dara Cameron, Mary Ernster, Rebecca Finnegan, Heidi Kettenring (Beauty & the Beast, Wicked), Rob Lindley, Michael Mahler, Susie McMonagle (Les Miz, Mamma Mia), Johanna McKenzie Miller, Jessie Mueller, Jeff Parker, Peggy Roeder, Christine Sherrill (Mamma Mia), and Bethany Thomas. Tickets are $30.
NYC: ANNUAL BENEFIT FOR GREENWICH HOUSE MUSIC SCHOOL
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S.F.AREA: CASTS OF "WICKED," AND "SPAMALOT" PRESENT BENEFIT
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TUESDAY - JUNE 16th
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WEDNESDAY - JUNE 17th
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THURSDAY - JUNE 18th
NYC: MODERN MAGIC MEETS MODERN MUSIC
The best magicians in New York City meet the best musicians in town in an amazing night of music and magic at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ) on Thursday, June 18th at 7:00 pm. Call for cover/minimum information.
LON: PAUL L MARTIN IS WIDE EYED & LEGLESS IN SOLO SHOW
The widely-hailed King of Cabaret, Paul L. Martin. is back with his first solo show in four years. Performing his acclaimed cabaret Wide Eyed & Legless, Paul will be appearing at BASEMENT at LEICESTER SQUARE THEATRE (6 Leicester Place, London, UK - 0844 847 2475 - ) Thursday through Sunday, June 18th through 21st ay 8:30 pm, with an additional show at 4:00 pm on Sunday the 21st. The show will be intimate hour of new songs and old favorites from the award-winning musical-comedy raconteur, accompanied by Mr. Michael Roulston on the baby grand and Jeremy Attwood on bass. Call for cover/minimum information.
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FRIDAY - JUNE 19th
NYC: ONE RED GLOVE, ONE RED NOSE RETURNS
Nicolette Dixon and friends are back for a second month of clowning and classic burlesque with their show "One Red Glove - One Red Nose" at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ) on Friday, June 19th at 10:00 pm. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
L.A.AREA: CAROLYN MIGNINI SINGS OF A NEW MOON
Carolyn Mignini in "New Moon - Love Songs for a Crazy World," at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 - ) on Friday & Saturday June 19th & 20th at 9:00 pm. This is a new show containing a summer's evening of songs from the Great American Songbook, jazz standards, and the work of contemporary composers. Call for cover/minimum information.
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SATURDAY - JUNE 20th
L.A.AREA: PAMELA CLAY MAGATHAN AT BARONE'S
Pamela Clay Magathan is back at BARONE'S (13726 Oxnard Street, Valley Glen, CA - 818-762-6004 - ) on Saturday, June 20th from 8:30 pm to 12:30 am along with David Moscoe on piano, James Lewis on guitar and Bob Leatherbarrow on drums. Bi-lingual American-born Pamela sings everything from jazz standards to pop, show and country favorites, as well as Edith Piaf and Jacques Brel (in French). Call for cover/minimum information.
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SUNDAY - JUNE 21st
FATHERS' DAY - USA
PACIFIC N.W.: A PRIDE CABARET TRIBUTE TO MISS EARTHA KITT
C'est Si Bon! A pride cabaret tribute to Miss Eartha Kitt will be performed by Arnaldo, drag chanteuse at JULIA'S ON BROADWAY (300 Broadway Eest, Seattle, WA - RESV: 206-334-0513 - ) on Sunday, June 21st and Tuesday & Wednesday, June 23rd & 24th at 7:30 pm (seating at 6:00 pm). Arnaldo has chosen to honor Eartha Kitt for this Pride cabaret because she has inspired him as a cabaret performer through her music and persona; and challenged his as a gay man because she fought for her values and spoke out about injustices in spite of the very dire consequences that nearly cost her entire career. There is a $15 cover plus dinner or a 2-drink minimum.
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - JUNE 22nd THROUGH 30th
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MONDAY - JUNE 22nd
NYC: "THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT" FINALS TONIGHT
THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-754-4649 - ) continues with its Talent Contest for Singers - THE TOWNHOUSE HAS TALENT - hosted by Paul Sheesley and held every Monday night through June 22nd, at 9:30 pm. You must sign up by 8:00 pm. Musical directors are Steve Bocchino and David Pellegrene. 1st prize is $500 and a guest spot on Paul Sheesley's TV Show "American Songbook". 2nd place: $250 and 3rd place $100. All the rules and more information are on the TOWNHOUSE website - just click on the SIDE-BAR banner in the right column on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE opening (home) page, or click on the SUPERSIZE banner that will appear at random at the top of every page.
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NYC: ASHLEY STRAW PICKS FRESH BERRIES
Musician Ashley Straw picks the freshest musicians to perform with her in her monthly showcase FRESH BERRIES at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ) Broadway Baby showcase. This month's show is on Monday, June 22nd at 7:00 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
TUESDAY - JUNE 23rd
NYC: JENNA ESPOSITO SINGS THE SONGS OF CONNIE FRANCIS
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
"Cabaret's Sweetheart" will be singing the songs of "America's Sweetheart" in Jenna Esposito's brand new show celebrating the songs of Connie Francis at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) on Tuesdays at 7:00 pm, June 23rd through July 14th. A 2008 and 2009 MAC award nominee for female vocalist, Jenna made her NYC cabaret debut in August, 2004 and has since performed shows at the Duplex, Danny's Skylight Room, the Laurie Beechman Theatre, and the Metropolitan Room. Jenna is also the host of Metrojam the Metropolitan Room's open mic, which takes place on the first Friday of every month. In the show, Jenna sings the songs of "America's Sweetheart," Connie Francis including favorites such as "Where The Boys Are," "Stupid Cupid," and "Who's Sorry Now," as well as some lesser-known gems. Directed by Lennie Watts, with musical direction by Fortune Esposito. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: THE COUGAR SHOW RETURNS TO BENEFIT THE FOUNDATION
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
Donna Morose acclaimed show "Cougar", the show that was the CAT-alyst for "Cougar! The Musical" currently being optioned for Off Broadway, will be presented one night only at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Tuesday, June 23rd at 7:00 pm. This performance will be a benefit show on behalf of "The Foundation", supporting survivors of domestic violence since 2008. Starring Donna Moore, with Danny Bernardy as "Buck" and a special guest appearance by Louisa Bradshawas as "Celia", the show is choreographed by Leasen Almquist with musical direction by Tracy Stark. Original direction by Robert Brink. There is a $30 cash cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: ROB PARAVONIAN BRINGS PACHELBEL RANT TO BROADWAY
Best known for his "Pachelbel Rant," which has been viewed over 6 million times on YouTube, comedian/musician Rob Paravonian will appear on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 8:30 pm at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - ). Rob has also been seen on Comedy Central's Premium Blend and VH1's Random Play. More than just a comedian with a guitar, Rob is both an accomplished musician and top-notch comic, blending musical skills with intelligent material. Rob regularly tours the country headlining colleges and comedy clubs, and opened several shows for comedy legend George Carlin on his last tour. Call for cover/minimum information.
WEDNESDAY - JUNE 24th
NYC: MAC SEMINAR: CABARET 101 AT WHERE EAGLES DARE
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) continues its popular primer seminar Cabaret 101, on the basics of producing a successful cabaret show on Wednesday, June 24th at 6:30 pm at WHERE EAGLES DARE's Blackbird Room (347 West 36th Street, NYC). Moderated by Hector Coris, panelists signed on so far are Tracy Stark, Lisa Moss and Sue Matsuki. No cover for members of MAC - $10 for non-members.
NYC: ANTHONY COCHRAN RETURNS WITH ACCLAIMED CABARET SHOW
Anthony Cochran returns to the THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - ) after three sold out shows over the past year on Wednesday, June 24th at 9:45 pm. Infusing the cabaret scene with a contemporary energy, Cochran presents a refreshing mix of standards, rock, blues, ballads and country. He will be performing with Daryl Kojak as Musical Director and Dan Weiss on guitar. Anthony is originally from North Carolina and while not on stage, he is a successful interior and furniture designer in New York. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
THURSDAY - JUNE 25th
NYC: IRENE WOODS PRESENTS IRENE'S GUIDE TO SURVIVAL
Singer Irene Woods brings her show "Irene's Guide to Survival (A Celebration of Neurosis) to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - ) on Thursday, June 25th at 6:30 pm. Musical director is David Shenton, and Bruce Baumer directs. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. For more information see listing above for June 13th.
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - JULY 1st & BEYOND
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THURSDAY - JULY 6th
NYC: 19TH BIRTHDAY PARTY OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
2009-2010 MEMBER DISCOUNT: $10 OFF THE COVER
THE 19th Birthday Party of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE will be held on Thursday, July 9th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC). Tickets are $15 for new/renewed 2009-2010 members and $25 for non members (plus the usual $15 food/drink minimum required by the venue). TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE THROUGH THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1tkt2.shtml - no reservations will be taken by the club, no tickets will be available the night of the show.
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BANNER COSTS CUT THROUGH JULY 4th, 2009
Recession busting price break: Through July 4th we are discontinuing the $10 per week "surcharge" on the cost of the first two weeks of banner ads - meaning that REGULAR BANNER ADS will run just $30 per week and SUPERSIZE just $50 per week. 2-week minimum still applies on all advertising. Write me for details - a few other changes apply. SIDEBAR ads continue at the same $25/week cost.
Members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE are eligible for SPECIAL discounts and deals on all banners and ads during June & July - check out the item in the MEMBERS' ONLY newsletter of Friday May 29th and repeated in tomorrows newsletter.
MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II
We welcomed our 8th, 9th & 10th Birthday show sponsors over the weekend. We are trying to raise at least $3000 through membership and ticket sales to tide us over the summer months when our main income source - website ads - traditionally "dry up." and these sponsorships will do a lot to help. At the same time, they help us keep our ticket price for the Birthday Show affordable - especially this year. There is no way we can raise $3000 from selling 75 tickets at $15 each (or even the non-member price of $25 each), so we are truly grateful to those who signed on as sponsors this year (and got a free ticket at the same time). Check the website for details on sponsorship.
As mentioned in Thursday's issue, our birthday show this year is part one of a 2-part series "A Few of My Favorites" - performers who have excited, thrilled, inspired and entertained me over the past 19 years that we have published CABARET HOTLINE (the ONLINE part started in 1997). Part 2 will be next July when we celebrate Our 21st Year! We're still in the selection process - I hope to announce another addition or two to the cast in Thursday's issue. A few performers were actually suggested by my pal Daniel. For example, as we were leaving BIRDLAND last month after Wayman Wong's LEADING MEN show - with about 20 stars from Broadway & cabaret on the bill - Daniel turned to me and said "with all those great voices, only Tom Andersen was the one to 'nailed it' in delivering his song. You have to ask him to sing at your show." And the die was cast.
This is our 5th Birthday show and over the past 4 years we have included 49 different performers - and only three have had a "double" appearance - Sue Matsuki because she helps each year organizing the show, Lennie Watts because he happened to be the booking manager of the room two years, and the third, Hector Coris, because the first time he appeared as an JEFF MATSON AWARD winner, the second time as a regular guest. Tom Andersen will be the fourth performer making his second "birthday show" appearance this year - a record of sorts. You are in for a real treat! We've enjoyed Tom's performances nearly as long as we have been publishing the newsletter!
I'll be introducing you to a few more performers in the next issue on Thursday.
Another reminder: 2009-2010 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERSHIPS are now on sale - all current memberships expire on the 5th of July each year, so new members can get an extra month of benefits by joining now. And current members can avoid a lot of pesky e-mails from me begging them to rejoin by signing up today and getting it all out of the way now. You can join today - just click on the button marked JOIN HERE at the top of every page on the website. ($250 Crystal members and above get 2 free tickets to the birthday show - subject to availability.) Some new member benefits were added this year - with a few more to come, including our first 2009 MEMBERS' CHOICE contest coming in July.
We should be getting our first report on the ADELAIDE CABARET FESTIVAL from Frank Ford any day now - he is one of the founders of the event and replaces our "reporter" of many years - Bill Stephens. Meantime, our pal via TWITTER, Matthew Carey is adding items daily to his blog http://cabaretconfessional.squarespace.com/ which you can find a link for on both the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE home (opening) page or on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE BLOG.
See a show or two this week! Visit our websites! Join as a member! Run a banner or sidebar ad! Buy a ticket to the 19th Birthday show! Now - more than ever - cabaret (and CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE) needs your support.
I have a lot more to tell you about. Look for more news on the website (http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ ), on the blog (http://svhamstra.com.blogspot.com/ ) and in Thursday's newsletter. Watch for "comments on the passing scene" by following me on TWITTER (http://twitter.com/stuhamstra ). Every day, in every way, we're promoting cabaret! Members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE will be receiving their MEMBERS ONLY issue tomorrow.
And that's just about the way it was - and once more in less than 8600 words! Until Thursday then,
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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