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11, 2007
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This is the MIDWEEK Issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE which includes news,
breaking stories and notes, cabaret tips, announcements of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE reviews, plus listings of shows offering discounts to members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. The MONDAY Issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
includes cabaret listings for around the world, and also includes information
on all the banner ads running on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
HEADLINES OF UPCOMING EVENTS FOUND IN THIS ISSUE
Here are headlines of stories and news items to be found in this issue
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. Nearly all refer to more detailed items found
on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
THE 2007 NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
TONY DeSARE OPENS 2007 CABARET SOIREE SEASON AT THE MANOR
SINGING, SWINGING SUNDAYS HOSTED BY CARLA GORDON
WILL LOVES STEVE IN VALENTINE MONTH SHOW
ANY WEDNESDAY RETURNS WITH WEDNESDAY CONCERTS
KINETIC DANCE THEATER PRESENTS RYAN GREER IN I'LL TAKE SUMMER
COMMUNITY CABARET PRESENTS VARIETY SHOW ON JANUARY 19th
NO SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX TONIGHT
NEXT SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY MEETING SATURDAY, JANUARY 13th
POOLE PARTY PRESENTS TOP NYC COMICS TWICE THIS SATURDAY NIGHT!
"EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW" SUNDAY FEATURES 2006 CD RELEASE ROUNDUP II
JANUARY HOLIDAY CABARET IN CHICAGO ON JANUARY 15th
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HERE & THERE
Well, we had 15 minutes of snow yesterday - the first snow to fall in
NYC since probably February of last year. It was there - and then it
was gone. And the forecast for the next few days calls for temperatures
to go back up into the 50s! (f) - it is hovering at 32 degrees (f) as
I prepare to send out this newsletter at noon.
It is a slow news week, and once again I am awaiting a news item promised
for today. Please dear readers, subscribers and performers: I try to
send out the newsletters at around noon on Mondays and Thursdays each
week and if you want your news item to appear, please give me at least
24 hours to check it out for any missing information I might need. I
get so many items that lack such important information as the reservation
phone number - and sometimes even the address of the club! If you are
reading this paragraph, it means the item I was waiting for did not
arrive in time.
One item that did arrive in time to make it into this issue us the press
release regarding the 2007 NY NIGHTLIFE AWARDS (see below for summary
and link). The show at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929
- http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/
) on Monday, January 29th at 7:00 pm should be another fantastic Scott
Siegel production. This awards show is the only one in the world that
foregoes the acceptance speeches in favor of actual performance by the
winners (as well as performances by guest stars from the worlds of cabaret,
comedy and jazz). You have only 2 1/2 weeks to get your tickets and
you best hurry before all the best seats are sold out.
2600 bogus postings! That is the number of items posted on the CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE message board in the past three months that I have had
to delete manually. I have had to lock the board and approve every post.
There seems to be no easy solution in sight unless I change to a new
system requiring folks to register and use a password when they make
a posting - something I am for some reason loath to do. The postings
- about everything from links to porn websites to links to stock market
tips - are put up all hours of the day and night, and they seem to be
posted by individuals outside the USA - the spelling and grammar is
often laughable. So, if your posting on the message board does not appear
for a few hours, realize that I am probably away from the computer and
it will be approved as soon as I return. This is usually between the
hours of 5:00 pm and 1:00 am (except in a few minutes I am off to get
a haircut and do some grocery shopping).
ANNOUNCING A JANUARY/FEBRUARY BANNER SALE FOR NON-TRI-STATE SHOWS
Are you a performer from outside the Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT) but
presenting a show in the Tri-State Area? Are you a performer from the
Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT) presenting a show outside the Tri-State
Area? Are you a performer from outside the Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT)
and presenting a show outside the Tri-State Area? Have we got a BANNER
deal for you! You can run your banner promoting your show for for 2
or more weeks with a 50% discount! SUPERSIZE banners only, and the banner
must promote a performance, not a CD or their cabaret related service
or product. No other discounts and/or rebates apply. Discount does not
apply to banner design. Limited to 10 banners per week, and to get this
offer, the banner must end its run by March 3, 2007 (you can extend
beyond that date at regular prices). For all the details click on the
button marked BANNER INFO at the top of any page on the website and
then go to the link marked OUT OF TOWN DISCOUNTS.
NOW FOR MORE NEWS ABOUT CABARET
In an effort to cut down on "repeated" events, except for announcements
of programs offered by cabaret membership organizations, and shows where
guests change weekly, cabaret news items will usually appear just once
in the newsletter. The CABARET NEWS pages on the website are updated
regularly, and cover all areas of the world.
SPECIAL LATE BREAKING NEWS
I am sure you will find information in this issue you haven't read anywhere
else - at least until today! lease note that in most instances more
detailed information and photo are on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
Just click on the links provided.
THE 2007 NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED
The 2007 Nightlife Award winners, voted by nearly 30 critics and judges
covering cabaret, comedy and jazz have been announced today with some
stunning results. For the first time, the husband and wife team of John
Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey have won, respectively, the male and
female Cabaret Major Engagement awards for their individual acts. Pizzarelli
won for his show at FEINSTEIN'S while Molaskey took home the honors
for her solo show at the THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM. SEE FULL STORY ON THE
WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/AWDAll/AwdNightlife2007.shtml
MONKEY BAR CANCELS RICKY & LESLIE
Leslie Anderson and Ricky Ritzel are no longer at THE MONKEY BAR (60
East 54th Street, NYC - 212-838-2600 - http://www.theglaziergroup.com/restaurants/monkeybar/
) on Wednesday and Thursday nights - they were originally scheduled
to perform at the club until the end of January. Their new show "Johnny
Mercer Sings! - the songs he didn't write" continues at UPSTAIRS AT
ROSE'S TURN (55 Grove Street, NYC - 1-212-366-5438 - http://www.rosesturn.com/
) on Saturday nights qt 9:00 pm with remaining shows on January 13th,
20th & 27th. $15 cover and 2 drink minimum ($10 for members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE). SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC060129Mercer.shtml
TONY DeSARE OPENS 2007 CABARET SOIREE SEASON AT THE MANOR
Tony DeSare, one of New York's hottest new young singer/pianists opens
the 2007 CABARET SOIREE Series at LE DOME at THE MANOR (111 Prospect
Avenue, West Orange, NJ - 973-731-2360 - http://themanorrestaurant.com/cabaret.html
) on Thursday, February 15th at 9:00 pm. Though it can be said that
Tony is part of the new breed of young singers keeping classic American
music alive, what sets Tony apart is his ability to write original material
that sounds fresh and at the same time blends seamlessly with the classics.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYNJ070215DeSare.shtml
SINGING, SWINGING SUNDAYS HOSTED BY CARLA GORDON
On Sundays evenings, starting January 21, Carla Gordon will be hosting
"Singing, Swinging, Sundays" at UNDERGROUND WONDERBAR (10 East Walton
Street, Chicago, IL - 312-266-7761 - http://www.undergroundwonderbar.com/
). Shows will run from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. Jeff Roscoe will be at the
piano. Jeff is a very fine sight reader so performers need have no fear.
For both experienced and debut performers, this is a great opportunity
to take part in a fun showcase. It's a chance to try out new material
in a new space. Depending on the number of performers who turn out,
you might be able to do as much as a mini set (4-6 tunes). SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCHIMW070215Wond.shtml
WILL LOVES STEVE IN VALENTINE MONTH SHOW
As a prelude to Valentine's Day, Will McMillan brings his show "Will
Loves Steve" to the CAMBRIDGE CENTER FOR ADULT EDUCATION (56 Brattle
Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-547-6789 - Ext. 1 - http://www.ccae.org/
) for a three-show run, beginning Friday February 2nd, with additional
shows scheduled for Friday & Saturday, February 9th & 10th at 8:00 pm
and Sunday, February 4th at 3:00 pm. The concept for "Will Loves Steve"
is simple, featuring songs by Stephen Sondheim, Stevie Wonder, Stephen
Schwartz, Stephen Flaherty, Steve Schalchlin, Stephen Foster, Steve
Sweeting and Cat Stevens. Will is accompanied by Doug Hammer on piano.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsBOSNE070211Will.shtml
ANY WEDNESDAY RETURNS WITH WEDNESDAY CONCERTS
ANY WEDNESDAY lives! The in-store concert series that features the best
in cabaret, jazz and theater music has found a new home. THE BARNES
& NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC) will now host the
program, beginning in February. In connection with their expanded music
and DVD department, Barnes & Noble is sponsoring these events that celebrate
the great American songbook. The day and time remain the same: Wednesdays
at 6:00 pm. The price also remains the same: free. The new locale is
the specious third floor event space in the store, with abundant seating
for all. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070215Wednsdy.shtml
KINETIC DANCE THEATER PRESENTS RYAN GREER IN I'LL TAKE SUMMER
Kinetic Dance Theater (Joanna & Ryan Greer, Artistic Directors) premieres
I'LL TAKE SUMMER. Ryan Greer, after his acclaimed debut at UPSTAIRS
AT ROSE'S TURN, returns to the cabaret stage in this new limited engagement
at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) on Fridays February 2nd & 16th at 9:00 pm, Sunday February 11th at
8:00 pm and Monday, February 19th at 7:00 pm. I'LL TAKE SUMMER is directed
by Joanna Greer with Musical Director Stephanie Wells on piano, Christopher
Heinz on drums, and also features dancers Brad Landers and Bianca Saltaformaggio.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070220Greer.shtml
COMMUNITY CABARET PRESENTS VARIETY SHOW ON JANUARY 19th
On Friday, January 19th at 7:00 pm COMMUNITY CABARET (40 East 35th Street,
NYC - 718-472-0472 - http://www.rachelstonemusic.com/
) presents a Variety Show, hosted by Rachael Stone, with guests Vickie
Phillips, Shawn Norton & Kim Rich, The Blue Notes. SEE FULL STORY ON
THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070120Comm.shtml
MORE NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF CABARET
These news items are placed in chronological order.
NO SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX TONIGHT
Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th
Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) presented on Thursdays at 6:00 pm has been cancelled for tonight,
January 11th. Seth's weekly interview show always features stars, soon-to-be
stars and folks behind the scenes of the musical theater stage - for
just a $10 cover - 2-drink minimum. Best of all, all proceeds from the
cover go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS (http://www.bcefa.org/
)! For details, see: http://www.sethsbroadwaychatterbox/
.
CABARET SHOWCASE AT CLUB 1020 THURSDAY FEATURES PERFORMANCES & OPEN
MIC
Les Michaels' Cabaret Showcase, normally presented every Thursday night
at THE TEN20 at the Wyndham Bel Age Hotel (1020 North San Vincente Boulevard,
West Hollywood, CA - 310-854-1111) featuring guest performers from the
LA cabaret world. This week's guest performers are Julie Barry, Jose
Promis, Lance Callahan, Ed Anthony and Sophie Serafino (Violinist from
Sydney). This very popular event, celebrating its fourth year, is now
the longest-running cabaret showcase of its kind in Los Angeles. There
is no cover, no minimum. (Valet Parking Only - $2 for 2 hours, $3 each
additional hour.) For more information see http:/www.lesmichaels.com/
.
THE AFTER PARTY EVERY FRIDAY AT THE BEECHMAN WITH GUESTS
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC
- 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
) is pleased to continue THE AFTER PARTY, an informal social gathering
for the theatrically inclined. Every Friday from 10:30 pm till 2:00
am, join hosts Brandon Cutrell and Alysha Umphress, as well as Ray Fellman
at the piano, for this weekly party in the heart of Manhattan's theatre
district. The mic is always open. And as a special treat, Brandon and
Alysha are pleased to welcome award-winning vocalist Lisa Asher to serve
as bartemtress. Lisa will be on hand to sing and pour drinks all night
long! Special guest this week Friday, January 12th is yet to be announced
- check the HOTLINE WEBLOG and the MESSAGE BOARD for updates. There
is no cover charge and no minimum.
NEXT SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY MEETING SATURDAY, JANUARY 13th
THE NEW YORK SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY (http://www.nysms.org/
), now in its 20th Season, meets the second Saturday afternoon of each
month through June. Coming events: January 13th, Elliot Ames salutes
the Great Hotel Pianists including Daryl Sherman, Kathleen Landis, Nancy
Winston, Ronny Whyte, Peter Minton, Steve Ross, John Wallowitch and
schedule permitting, Irving Fields and a few more surprises. February
10th: Jerry Laird presents a program on the great lyricist "Yip" Harburg
- more details to follow. March 10th: Collectors Meeting with Vice President
Sandy Marrone. The meetings take place at LOCAL 802 MUSICIANS' HALL
(322 West 48th Street, NYC). There is a Flea Market 12:30 - 1:45:00
pm (music sheets, tapes, CD's etc.) Program from 1:45:00 to 3:30 pm.
Non-member guest fee $10. Membership only $50 per year for 9 great Programs
and a monthly Newsletter.
POOLE PARTY PRESENTS TOP NYC COMICS TWICE THIS SATURDAY NIGHT!
The Award-Winning Stand-Up & Musical Comedy show POOLE PARTY, hosted
by Ron Poole, will present some of NYCAs top comics at DON'T TELL MAMA
(343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) this Saturday night, January 13th at 8:30 pm. Ron has invited to perform
some Poole Party favorites including Nadine O'Brien from Carolines On
Broadway; Matt McAllister from The New York Comedy Club; Darlene Violette
from NBC's Law and Order & MTV; Andrew Ginsburg from SNL & The Sopranos;
Maureen Langan from The Las Vegas & Atlantic City Tropicana; Chuck Marti
from Late Night with Conan O'Brien; Cathie Boruch from The Duplex's
Suddenly, Stand-Up; Joe Minolfi from The New York Improv; and the incomparable
Sidney Myer, MAC & Bistro Award Winner. $15 cover, 2 drink minimum.
$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
For the second show (filling Tommy Femia's usual time
slot) at 11:00 pm Ron has invited to perform more Poole Party favorites
including Brandy Rowell from Carolines On Broadway; Gabe Waldman from
Stand-Up New York; Barbara Heller from The Montel Williams Show; Darlene
Violette from NBC's Law and Order & MTV; Ophira Eisenberg from Comedy
Central's Premium Blend; Cathie Boruch from The Duplex's Suddenly,
Stand-Up; David Hodorowski from Gotham Comedy Club; Joe Minolfi from
The New York Improv; Michael Brill from Comic Strip LIVE; and the
incomparable Sidney Myer, MAC & Bistro Award Winner. $15 cover, 2
drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
"AT THE RITZ!" TO BE BROADCAST SUNDAYS ON STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
Sunday, January 7th, marks the return of regular weekly live broadcasts
of the AT THE RITZ! radio program on WVOF 88.5FM from 3:00 to 5:00 pm.
Producers and hosts Jeffrey C. Williams and Lynn DiMenna now announce
a new, convenient way to hear their weekly show. Simply go to http://www.attheritz.org/
and in one click you can enjoy AT THE RITZ! streaming 24/7 anytime!
Sunday 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.
For more information email attheritz@msn.com.
RELATED STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070131Ritz.shtml
"EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW" SUNDAY FEATURES 2006 CD RELEASE ROUNDUP II
On Sunday, January 14th, EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over
WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.2600.com/offthehook/hot2.ram,
usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm David will feature "A Round-Up Of
2006 CD Releases & Re-issues, Part 2." Featured are recordings by Sarah
Partridge, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight,George Evans, Judy Barnett,
Johnny Mathis, Regina Carter, Ann Hampton Callaway, Hildegarde and more,
plus an interview with David Gurland, and a Listener Deejay segment!
For more information contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net.
You are also invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future
shows. For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/
.
DAVE'S GONE BY ON RADIO & NET THIS SUNDAY AT 11:00 pm
DAVE'S GONE BY is a weekly mix of talk-radio, humor and music, ranging
from political commentary to sketch comedy, from theater reviews to
interviews, from musical detours to straight-talking monologues. It
can be heard in the NYC area on Sunday nights at 11:00 pm on Long Island's
WGBB-AM (1240) and also on the web, live, at http://www.am1240wgbb.com/
. Past guests have included Karen Grassle, Dottie Burman, Neil Sedaka,
Tom Paxton, October Project and Housewives on Prozac. Read all about
the show and Sunday's guest at http://www.davesgoneby.com/
.
PROMOTE YOUR SHOW, CD OR OTHER EVENT ON THE WEBSITE
If you are planning on running a banner for your show or CD, be sure
to get your order in. Banners are available in three sizes and are priced
accordingly. I limit the number of banner ads to 25 per week and home-page
side-bar ads to 5 per week. Please let me know if you wish to reserve
space and for which weeks (banners run from Sunday through Saturday).
Just go to the website and click on the button BANNER INFO for prices
and details. Performers running banners get a special listing for their
show or other cabaret-related item in every MONDAY issue of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE, reaching over 2,700 subscribers.
DEBRA AND MARY AT BISCUIT BBQ MONDAY JANUARY 15th WITH GUESTS
Composer Debra Barsha (RADIANT BABY) and cabaret chanteuse Mary Cleere
Haran perform every Monday at 9:00 pm in an evening of song and witty
repartee at BISCUIT BBQ RESTAURANT (230 Fifth Avenue, Park Slope, Brooklyn
NY - 718-399-2161 - http://www.biscuitbbq.com/
). Each week features new songs, a different theme and very special
guest interviews. The next event will be on January 15th, guest performer
TBA. The club has been renovated, has hired a new chef, and has changed
its name from NIGHT & DAY RESTAURANT to BISCUIT BBQ. Check website for
latest information.
NEXT BOB'S BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE RESUMES ON JANUARY 15th AT STOCKTON INN
After a holiday break, BOB's BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE returns on Monday,
January 8th at 7:30 pm to the STOCKTON INN (1 North Main Street, Stockton
NJ - 609-397-1250 - http://www.bobegan.net/stockton-inn.html
) featuring 6 to 10 vocalists from the NY-NJ-PA area. Performers for
the 15th include Andi Rose, Devyn Rush, Fay Virden, Michael Traupman,
Rebecca Leone, David Barry, Tina Margot, Bruce & Sandy (from "In the
Pocket") Emily Heebner, and Miriam White. Only $8 cover/$10 minimum.
JANUARY HOLIDAY CABARET IN CHICAGO ON JANUARY 15th
CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
) is presenting their 8th Annual Children's Charity, A JANUARY HOLIDAY
CABARET titled "God Bless' The Child" on Monday January 15th at 7:30
pm at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830
- http://www.davenportspianobar.com/
). The event will celebrate African American composers, lyricists and
musicians in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Hosted by Amy Cole
and Carla Gordon, with musical directors Bob Moreen and Howard Pfeifer,
the show features Arlene Bardelle, Jaii Beckley, Michelle Greenberg,
Tim Hairston, Carol Holmes, Hillari Hunter, Pegi Johns, Ray Kasman,
Layni Katz, Gillian Kelly, Patti Kinsella, Jeannie Lambert, Judy Loyd,
Ava Logan, KT McCammond, Holly McGuire, Jimmy Odom , Suzanne Petri and
Carolyn Wehner (subject to change). The event benefit TEEN LIVING PROGRAMS
(http://www.teenliving.org/
) and SAVE THE CHILDREN (http://www.savethechildren.org/
). Tickets are $20.
BACA FUND RAISER EVENTS SET FOR JANUARY 19th & 20th
On Friday & Saturday, January 19th & 20th, BACA (Boston Association
of Cabaret Artists - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
) will co-sponsor a fundraiser in association with the CAMBRIDGE CENTER
FOR ADULT EDUCATION (56 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-547-6789
- Ext. 1 - http://www.ccae.org/
). The week-end begins on Friday the 19th at 7:30 pm with an Open Mic
hosted by BACA sensation, Lynda D'Amour. There will be refreshments
for sale and a raffle to benefit BACA. All levels of singers (and listeners)
are welcome. Bring a memorized song and sheet music. Sign-up starts
at 7:00 pm. Tickets are $15 ($12 BACA members). On Saturday the 20th
there will be a Benefit Cabaret Showcase featuring performances by local
favorites Brian De Lorenzo, Alexia B. Motley and Celia Slattery accompanied
by pianist Mark Shilansky. BACA president Jim Keating will be the MC
for the evening. There will also be a raffle. Tickets are $22 ($18 BACA
members). SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsBOSNE070125BACA.shtml
MAC POST-HOLIDAY NIGHT OUT MONDAY JANUARY 22nd
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) will be holding a Post-Holiday
Night Out at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - http://www.Triadnyc.com/
) on Monday, January 22nd from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, open to all MAC members
and their guests.
NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS TV BROADCAST TUESDAY, JANUARY 23rd
The cable TV show "Jamie deRoy & friends" heard locally here in NYC
on Time Warner Channel 67 and RCN Channel 109 will next be seen on Tuesday,
January 9th at 8:00 pm. The show is produced by Jamie deRoy & friends,
inc. and directed by Barry Kleinbort. Taped and Edited by Applause Video.
It is also broadcast in Washington DC and Connecticut - check local
listing. For details see http://www.jamiederoy.com/
.
NEXT DCCN OPEN MIC MONDAY, JANUARY 29th AT WAREHOUSE THEATRE
The next open mic event, presented by DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/
) will be on Monday, January 29th at THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE (1021 7th
Street NW, Washington, DC). Everyone is welcome. These Open Mic Nights
are a great opportunity to try out new stuff, take out an old friend,
or just hone your skills in a friendly and supportive environment. Sign
up at 7:30 pm, start singing at 8:00 pm. You can always sing your cabaret
favorites!! Pianist & Theme for the evening TBA. Admission is $10 suggested
donation for pianist.
2007 NIGHTLIFE AWARDS SET FOR JANUARY 29th AT THE TOWN HALL
Scott Siegel Presents the 2007 NIGHTLIFE AWARDS on Monday, January 29,
2007 at 7:00 pm at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929
- http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/
). This awards show is unique in that there are no acceptance speeches,
and instead the award recipients perform. Tickets can be ordered 24
hours a day, every day at 212-307-4100 and at http://TicketMaster.com/
. The Nightlife Awards is sponsored, in part, By ASCAP, TheaterMania.com,
Thoroughbred Records, Jill & Irwin Cohen, Edith & Ervin Drake, Peter
& Barbara Leavy. The 2007 Nightlife Awards is dedicated to The Memory
of Edythe Kenner. For more details see http://www.SiegelPresents.com/
. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/AWDAll/AwdNightlife2007.shtml
SUPER SIDEBAR ADS NOW AVAILABLE ON THE WEBSITE
The current REGULAR SIDE-BAR ads are seen only on the opening (home)
page. Several folks have asked if there was a way that their side-bar
ad could be seen on every page of the website, all the time. With over
5000 pages on the site it would be impossible, but I have been revising
and recoding all the "index" and all the "most visited pages" as well
as all new pages of news, reviews and other items to make it possible
for a side-bar ad (in the right column on the pages "above the fold"
except for the opening page) to be seen on hundreds of pages - all the
time. These SUPER SIDE-BAR ads - twice the size (vertical) of regular
side-bar ads are available for $125 per week (membership discounts allowed).
There is a 2-week minimum. After 2 weeks continuous, the cost drops
to $100 per week. If the banner runs for 9 weeks, the 10th week is free.
Only two SUPER SIDEBAR ADS will be available per week. Banner size is
180 x 360 pxls at 72 dpi. Gif, and Jpg banners accepted (no "flash"
banners at this time). Banners will appear in the right sidebar at the
top two positions - first ordered and paid goes in the top "Tiffany"
position. In addition, SUPER SIDEBAR advertisers will have their offering
mentioned in both the MONDAY and MIDWEEK issues of CABARET HOTLINE and
the both ads will be featured in rotation on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
weblog pages as well. Click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the
top of every page on the website for details on all sizes, styles and
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SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS FOR MEMBERS OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
The following shows are currently offering members special prices and
discounts. If your show is offering a discount to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
members and is not listed here, please let me know at once, so that
you can be included on the DISCOUNTS page on the website and listed
weekly in the newsletter.
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC
- 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
)
Ron Poole's MAC and BISTRO Award-winning "POOLE PARTY" stand-up and
musical comedy show continues most Saturday nights at 8:30 pm. Sidney
Myer drops by most shows to provide a lot of laughs as well. The long-running
variety show features performers from Stand-Up as well as Cabaret and
Musical Comedy. Cover is $15 with a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
Award-winning celebrity impersonator Tommy Femia brings his annual holiday
spectacular "Judy Garland LIVE!" to New York City most Saturdays at
11:00 pm. Musical Director for the show is MAC & Bistro Award Winner
David Maiocco. Tommy will be singing Judy's best-loved hits including
"I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm," "After You've Gone," "Get Happy"
and "Come Rain Or Come Shine," as well as songs the legendary singer
never got a chance to do like "Winter Wonderland," "White Christmas,"
"Fifty Percent" from Ballroom and "Maybe This Time" from Cabaret. And
Tommy sings 'em all LIVE! - not lip-synch! There is a $20 cover, 2-drink
minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
Booth Daniels' cabaret, "Unconventional" rises up again on Sunday January
14th at 9:00 pm after it's well-received runs in 2005 & 2006 at both
ROSE'S TURN and DON'T TELL MAMA. Booth is joined by Glenn Gordon on
piano. "Unconventional" is, like it's subtitle reads, "a cabaret...
sort of... ". Branching out into a moderately alternative, yet hilarious
and quirky realm, this musical homage to the somewhat "socially challenged
folk" of this world, combines the cabaret medium with more of a contemporary
feel. There is a $10 cover and a 2 drink minimum. $5 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070125Daniels.shtml
The actress and singer Micaela Leon, whose musical portrayal of eight
of the most notorious female trend-setters of Weimar Berlin in the 1920s
earned her raves in a limited engagement at DON'T TELL MAMA in 2006,
settles in to an on-going engagement. "Tigers, Muses & Jasmine" will
be performed the third Friday of the month beginning Friday January
19th at 7:00 pm. Directed by Lina Koutrakos, with music direction by
Paul Trueblood, the one-woman revue intersperses songs by Friedrich
Hollaender, Mischa Spoliansky, Hanns Eisler and Kurt Weill with the
words, ideas and signature gestures of a remarkable rogues gallery of
singers, dancers, a journalist and a politician. Included are Marlene
Dietrich, Anita Berber, Valeska Gert, Rosa Luxemburg, Blandine Ebinger,
Ruth Landshoff, Gabrielle Tergit and Claire Waldoff. There is a $15
cover, 2-drink minimum. $7.50 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070131Leon.shtml
Danna Davis and Kenneth Gartman appear in their first show together
at DON'T TELL MAMA for one night only on Monday, January 22nd at 6:30
pm. Last year Ken was a guest on Danna's cabaret show at Don't Tell
Mama entitled "From New York". This year the two are sharing the stage
in an inspiring and fun evening about overcoming adversity. Gartman
and Davis have performed together throughout Ireland along with Ellen
McElroy and music director David Wray spreading cabaret throughout the
Emerald Isle in "A New York Songbook: Way Off Broadway". Davis, originally
from New York, and Gartman became instant friends and that friendship
has been the sunshine on many a rainy day. There is a $20 Cover + 2
Drink Minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070122Party.shtml
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street,
NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
)
Acclaimed British singer/songwriter Barb Jungr returns to NYC for 8
performances of her show "Barb Jungr Sings Bob Dylan", with shows scheduled
for Thursdays through Saturdays January 25th through 27th at 8:00 pm
and February 1st through 3rd at 8:00 pm, with additional shows at 10:00
pm on the Saturdays January 27th and February 3rd. Barb is accompanied
by virtuoso musician, pianist and accordionist Charlie Giordano, who
has recently worked on tour and recorded with Bruce Springsteen's Grammy
nominated Pete Seeger project and whose CV includes work with Sam Moore,
Pat Benatar and Cindy Lauper, among many others. Cover charge is $20
plus two drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070203Jungr.shtml
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS AT UPSTAIRS AT ROSE'S TURN (55 Grove Street,
NYC - 1-212-366-5438 - http://www.rosesturn.com/
)
Brian Farley will be making his solo cabaret debut in his new show "Brian
Farley: By Myself." Brian, the older of the two fabulous Farley Brothers,
who played to sell-out crowds in both New York and Provincetown over
the past two years, goes at it solo in his new show about singing alone,
being alone, and ultimately the realization that no one is alone. He
sings everything from Irving Berlin to Alanis Morissette, and even breaks
out his tap shoes. "Brian Farley: By Myself" will be performed Saturdays,
January 13th and 20th at 7:00 pm. Expect a candid and energetic evening.
There is a $15 cover charge plus a two drink minimum. $10 cover for
members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at
http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070120Farley.shtml
Award-winning comic Adrianne Tolsch is back by popular demand with her
acclaimed show "None of Your Damn Business!" a hilarious look at aging.
Performances will be on Fridays, January 19th & 26th at 7:00 pm. Adrianne
who has been performing stand-up comedy for decades, shares her wacky
take on life with her unique "boomer humor" that has been delighting
audiences for over a year. From the first wrinkle and grey hair to botox
and bleaching, Adrianne covers every topic imaginable in an evening
of non-stop laughter. Never has getting older been so hysterical!. The
show is directed by Nightlife Award winner Collette Black with special
musical material John McMahon and Jay Jeffries. There is a $10 cover,
2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE
FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070126Tolsch.shtml
The multi-award winning duo of Leslie Anderson and Ricky Ritzel bring
their back their new show "Johnny Mercer Sings! - the songs he didn't
write," featuring Joe Regan & "The Pied Pipers" on Saturdays, January
13th & 20th at 9:00 pm and Saturday, January 27th at 7:00 pm. The show
was presented in November & December 2006 at four venues and garnered
acclaim from reviewers and audiences alike. The show is directed by
Jim Luzar. There is a $15 cover, 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC060129Mercer.shtml
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS AT THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER
(407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
)
David Gurland, the multi award winning and out gay vocalist, will present
his most ambitious performance series to date: The DGUR Concerts, on
the third Sunday at 7:00 pm of each month, starting January 21st. Each
show will have a different musical director with different musicians,
and guest stars. Each Sunday will be an all new show focusing on different
music - from show tunes to country music, an acoustic version of Neurotica
(David's ALL MADONNA tribute show) , and even a "Gurland does Garland"
evening is planned. Show dates are January 21st, February 18th, March
18th, April 15th, May 20th, and June 17th. There is a $16 cover and
a $15 food/drink minimum. $11 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070128Gurland.shtml
Just in time for Valentine's Day, Jenna Esposito will be singing some
favorite tunes about the everyone's favorite pastime...SMOOCHING! The
show SMOOCH!, playing on Fridays, February 2nd and 9th at 9:00 pm will
include songs from such varied composers as Cole Porter, Duke Ellington,
Bonnie Raitt, Rodgers and Hart, and more. Joining her on stage will
be Fortune Esposito on guitar, Richard Schacher on piano, Saadi Zain
on bass and Tom Venable on drums with Kelly Esposito-Broelmann and Sue
Matsuki providing backup vocals. Fortune Esposito serves a musical director.
Erv Raible directs. There is a $16 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
$11 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE
WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070209Jenna.shtml
EVENTS OFFERING DISCOUNTS OUTSIDE NEW YORK CITY
RESTAURANT IN DALLAS GIVES HOTLINE DISCOUNT
HECTOR'S ON HENDERSON (2829 North Henderson, Dallas, TX - 214-821-0432
- http://www.hectorsonhenderson.com/
), a restaurant featuring American cuisine with a Texas Twist, has live
cabaret or jazz music every night. Singers are always welcome to take
the mic! Check out the full music schedule, menu, and reviews on the
website. For reservations, visit the website or call. This restaurant
was chosen the #1 Best New Restaurant in North Texas (D Magazine, Feb.
2006). Hector's is offering a 10% discount to members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE.
REMINDER REGARDING CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE DISCOUNTS
To be eligible for a listing on the MEMBER DEALS page you must send
in your flier, press release and/or other promotional materials clearly
showing the discount offer. That information will be used as the basis
for the MEMBER DEALS page notice, as well as for the newsletter listing.
Please be sure to check with the venue where you are performing to be
sure that these discounts will be honored.
Any member who is denied a properly listed CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE discount should notify me at once. I cannot guarantee that
the discount will be honored, but I can take steps to contact the
parties involved and publish the facts in the newsletter and remove
the listing from the MEMBER DEALS page.
ABOUT CABARET NEWS IN THE NEWSLETTER AND ON THE WEBSITE
Information about other shows around the country and around the world
can be found on the CABARET NEWS page of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
website. How do you get an item posted in the CABARET NEWS section of
the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website? Just e-mail me a press release of
at least four paragraphs, giving the complete information on your show,
CD release or other cabaret related event. Include photos in jpg or
gif format if available. Please send me complete information - and do
not merely e-mail me a copy of your flier or a reference to a website.
By the way, I usually trim quotes from reviews from
the press releases I receive before using the item on my website or
in the newsletter, so don't count them when putting together the four
or more paragraphs. And, please, please don't send in your press release
with all those annoying html links (with embedded photos, distracting
backgrounds, etc.), or simply a .jpg of your post card or as one of
those "e-vite" things that require me to "click to open" and lead
to a web page somewhere. Just send in your press release or listings
request in simple .txt format (the format I write these issues in
and use for the website).
IT'S TIME TO GO
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for the performers mentioned, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is one of the few
publications that spread the word about their shows and performances.
To them, that item about their show is most important, and the fact
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alike. Your membership donations make this all possible.
And that is just about the way it was.
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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