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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #080808 - Thursday, August 28, 2008
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HERE & THERE
In just a few minutes I will head for LaGuardia Airport to fly to St. Louis, MO, to attend the opening of a new cabaret venue - "Casual Cabaret" - which will make its premier at the new KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Saturday, August 30th. There will be a "meet & greet" after the Saturday night show and I hope to have a chance to chat with many of the folks in the area who subscribe to the newsletter. There will be a 90-minute "mini-seminar" on cabaret on Saturday, August 30th at 11:00 am at the same venue - a time for me to meet you - and share together some thoughts, experiences, questions and even complaints about the art of cabaret. Cost will be just $10 - and what we discuss just might save you hundreds of dollars you might waste at "maxi-seminars" elsewhere. For just $10 more, attendees will be able to purchase a SILVER 2008-2009 membership for CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (a $20 value). I will be taking along a few CDs to give away as well in connection with our new MEMBERS' CHOICE poll. Call 314-795-8778 if you are interested. Don't wait until the last minute.
I had a truly disappointing experience last night that I have been forced to share with you all today. I had arranged just about everything for my trip of this afternoon, and needed only one more thing to ease my mind for the journey. As I have stated again and again, over the summer months of June, July & August, our financial situation is always tight, but thanks to the generous folks who supported us by joining as members, we are nearly through to September - already new banner orders are coming in for the fall. There was only one obstacle left, and I thought I had it covered: my rent for September. I was expecting to collect a long-overdue payment last night of over $600 - part of which is over 60 days past due. I would have been able to deposit the check today, and by Monday it would have cleared the bank and all would be well.
Unfortunately, this was not to be - instead of a check I got a promise, and now I have to set aside funds that I planned on using as "backup" this weekend to make sure the rent gets paid on Monday. The kind folks in St. Louis have purchased my airplane tickets, are paying for my hotel room, and even sent me some cash for incidental expenses. But as it stands, when I return I will still be short of my rent payment (and who knows if the "promise" for a check next week will be kept?).
What I need today is for at least 4 people to join as $75 GOLD members or 15 people to sign on as $20 SILVER members to raise a backup of $300 to cover me - by PayPal if at all possible. Or I need some folks to PayPal me a total of $300 in advance on a future banner cost. It is that simple. I am so accustomed to trusting the word of folks in the cabaret community, this incident has really been a shock and true disappointment - something like this has been truly rare in the nearly 20 years I have been writing about cabaret.
I guess I can't really complain too much - there are many folks out there with far more problems than mine, especially fellow cabaret reviewer, writer and friend Rob Lester. There is something just a little suspicious about this story - Rob has had the same apartment for many years, protected by a thing here in NYC called "Rent Stabilization" - rent increases are set each year by a "board". Recently Rob's building went co-op, and he and the folks in the apartment upstairs (who actually were covered under "Rent Control" (New Yorkers will understand what this means) were the only two "holdouts" - all the other apartments are part of the co-op. So what happens? A fire breaks out in the apartment above Rob, actually killing the two occupants, and the ensuing damage from the fire and the water used to put out the fire had made Rob's apartment a ruin - countless books, CDs, financial records, his computer, etc. destroyed or damaged beyond repair. And it will be months or more before the apartment can be occupied again. Rob needs a lawyer - but he also needs funds to carry on, and a place to live. If you would like to help out, please send a donation - make checks payable to Rob Lester and mail c/o Sandi Durell, 145 West 67th Street - Apt. 23G, New York, NY 10023.
Remember that great cabaret song that tore down the house the first time your heard it or performed it? Remember that song that you felt was written just for you? We're trying to find the top three favorite contemporary cabaret songs in our new CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Members' Choice poll. Already more than a dozen songs have been nominated - but there are at least another dozen or two more that fit this description. Nominations and voting may only be made by 2007-2008 members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - a good reason, if you have not done so, for you to join today. Because of the Kansas City trip, I am extending the nominations until Wednesday, September 3rd, since I will not be able to update the website with new nominees over the weekend. All the nominees will also be announced in next week Thursday's newsletter.
Just click on the NOMINEE'S TO DATE link (http://www.svhamstra.com/MembersChoiceSongPrelim08.shtml ) to see the nominations made so far. All members will be sent a ballot by e-mail after September 3rd to make the final choices - we will pick the top three. Remember, you can only nominate one song so choose carefully. Our MEMBERS' CHOICE polls are one more way CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE promotes the art and the artists (and the songs) of cabaret. I hope you can join with us by supporting the website (6000 visitors a day) and the newsletter (sent to 2600+ subscribers twice a week).
The message board on the website remains closed - with the preparations for the St. Louis trip, plus a bunch of other projects that all hit at once these past few days, I didn't have time to fix it I think I will probably have to seek a new message board setup to replace the current one, which has become far too easy to hack, since no password is required and it is open to all. Stay tuned.
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 2008-2009 member number 296 (Tara Levy - Jersey City, NJ) signed up yesterday. We're well on our way to our record breaking goal of 500 members for the year by April 1, 2009 (after May 1st all new memberships are for the 2009-2010 year). The record is currently 478 set last membership year. I have free CDs set aside for member #299 & #300 - only 3 members more needed. A basic SILVER membership is still just $20. Joining is simple - just click on the button marked JOIN HERE at the top of every page of the website. You can even join and donate instantly using a credit card, debit card or e-check via PayPal - all the benefits are shown on that page, as well as the various levels of membership. Or you can donate the old fashioned way, by paper check - just remember, all checks should be made out simply to STU HAMSTRA and mailed to 75-22 37th Avenue #35 - Jackson Heights, NY 11372.
Another reminder: There will be no issue of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE newsletter on LABOR DAY, Monday, September 1st.
The "coffee saga" continues. Here's my situation: I arise every morning at 6:30 or 7:00 am, make a pot of coffee and get to work. But, as mentioned in the past two issues, I purchased decaffeinated coffee beans in error and now I am not my usual bright and alert self in the AM. My work space it about 2 feet from my bed. After about a half hour of working at the computer, I get sleepy. The result? Everything is taking me twice as long to complete. Instead of the usual 6-hour burst of energy that carries me to noon and then nap, I end up doing the nap thing about every hour - and these are not restful naps. I conscience keeps telling me to get back to work, while my body cries out "nap time."
I am told that there is a mini coffee maker in my hotel room in St. Louis. I am going to request double the usual ration of real coffee packets while I am there. I have to regain my sharpness and edge. I shall return a new person - and purchase a pound of real coffee and make real coffee Monday morning, not this bland, flavored water I am drinking today!
Don't forget, PIANO BAR/OPEN MIC listings for seven days a week are now found on the website rather than being included each week in the newsletter (exceptions are open-mic events featuring special guests and/or running an ad on the website). See http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretPianoBars.shtml
More HERE & THERE items appear at the bottom of this issue - last minute items that come in just before we "go to press" as well as a report on shows seen since the last issue.
NOW FOR SOME NEWS ABOUT CABARET
CABARET CD RELEASE NEWS & UPDATES
CYNTHIA CRANE'S LIVE PERFORMANCE CD AVAILABLE
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS' CHOICE TOP-10
Saloon-singer/story-teller Cynthia Crane mulls over life, love and wrestles with the difficulties of watching life get old while she remains eternally 27, "over and over and over again" on her latest CD "If I Knew Now (what I knew then)". The CD, recorded live, is loaded with with wry, witty songs - great melodies and smart lyrics by Jay Leonhart and Dave Frishberg - plus a pastiche including Harold Arlen, Stephen Sondheim, Johnny Mandel, John Wallowitch, Lew Spence, Clark Gesner and Frank Loesser. The CD is available at the store and also available at http://cdbaby.com/cd/crane6
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MERLE AND LARRY RELEASE LOVE & LAUGHTER CD
NOW AVAILABLE ON iTUNES
Larry Butler and Merle Nadlin announce the release of their new CD "Love and Laughter." The recording is a soulful, humorous mix of Broadway and Jazz (1930-1970). A personal touch to this debut CD compliments the kaleidoscope moods of a relationship. It is the story is a journey of a long time love featuring lush arrangements by two time Grammy award winner David Balakrishnan of The Turtle Island String Quartet. Merle and Larry have recently returned to San Francisco from travels in Europe where they shared their music from Budapest to Barcelona. They have crooned a tune as they crossed the Atlantic on the Queen Mary, Holland American and Emerald Princess. They've also performed at the Herbst Theatre, San Francisco and Jazz spots around the Bay Area. You can order the CD at http://www.merleandlarry.com/ and it is also available through iTunes.
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR AUGUST 25th THROUGH AUGUST 31st
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF CABARET EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE CABARET DIARY/DATEBOOK AT http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
FOR OPEN MIC / PIANO BAR EVENTS:
http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretPianoBars.shtml
THURSDAY - AUGUST 28th
NYC: COMICS CARE TO BENEFIT FAMILY CRISIS CENTER
*** FEATURED BENEFIT EVENT ***
On Thursday, August 28th at 7:00 pm, there will be a special Comics Care Benefit: To Benefit 1736 Family Crisis Center (http://www.1736familycrisiscenter.org/ ) at GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB (208 West 23rd Street, NYC - 212-367-9000 - http://www.gothamcomedyclub.com/ ) featuring Vince August, Joe Matarese, Steve White & more! For 36 years, 1736 Family Crisis Center has served a critical role in assisting homeless/runaway youth and battered women and their children in first becoming safe, and then developing individualized and caring plans that can assist and support them as they move toward stability and productive lives. The Show is being sponsored by Comics Care Inc. Comics Care is a non-for-profit organization which uses comedy and laughter to raise money for a variety of worthy causes. Tickets are $20 - $30 - $40 with a 2-drink minimum.
NAPA, CA: FINAL PREVIEW PERFORMANCES AT NEW NAPA VENUE
A four more preview performances will be presented this week at the West Coast's newest cabaret/jazz venue SILO'S (530 Main Street, Napa, CA - 707-251-5833 - http://www.weslawhitfield.com/silo's.html ) before the grand opening on September 5th. Wednesday & Thursday. August 27th & 28th will feature Mick Greensill with solo performance and Friday & Saturday, August 29th & 30th, Wesla Whitfield, vocals with Mike Greensill on piano. There is a $15 cover charges. For details on all preview events and the grand opening, and a link to the full September schedule go to http://www.weslawhitfield.com/silo's.html
NYC: SETH'S CHATTERBOX: GUEST IS BETH LEAVEL
*** FEATURED BENEFIT EVENT ***
2007 MAC BOD AWARD WINNER Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) is usually presented on Thursdays at 6:00 pm. The show returns on Thursday, August 28th with guest Beth Leavel (Young Frankenstein). 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/ .
NYC: DAVID PELLEGRENE'S CABARET FEVER AT UNCLE CHARLIE'S
Piano bar host, vocalist and recording artist David Pellegrene holds a special "Cabaret Fever" event on Thursday nights, at 8:00 pm, after which there is open-mic piano-bar until whenever at UNCLE CHARLIE'S (139 East 45th Street 2nd Floor, NYC - 212-661-9097 - http://www.unclecharliesnyc.com/ ). There is never a cover charge - just plenty of fun and song. David is at the piano here Thursdays with "Cabaret Fever" at 8:00 pm with guest performers and Thursdays through Saturdays with open-mic piano bar starting around 9:00 pm.
NYC: ANOTHER SPECIAL ALGONQUIN SALON TONIGHT
*** SPECIAL CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Mark Janas' ALGONQUIN SALON will return to the legendary THE ALGONQUIN HOTEL (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-419-9331 - http://www.algonquinhotel.com/ ) with another special edition presented in the famed OAK ROOM on Thursday, August 28th from 5:00 to 10:00 pm. As part of a special promotion, there will be free samples of the night's featured cocktail, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Mark is currently traveling aboard the Pride of America In his absence, host will be Peter Napolitano, accompanied by John Fischer from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and Matthew Ward thereafter. The theme is "ORIGINAL!", spotlighting new material and fresh takes on standards. No cover, no minimum.
LOS ANGELES: LORI DONATO WITH OPEN-MIC AT PARADISE BAR
Lori Donato is at the piano hosting open-mic this Thursday, August 28th at THE PARADISE (1800 East Broadway, Long Beach, CA - 562-590-8773) from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Singers are invited to join her. Call for cover/minimum information.
CHICAGO: CELEBRATING THE NAT 'KING' COLE TRIO!
Vocalist Paul Marinaro, pianist Chris White, bassist Joe Policastro, and guitarist Dan Effland pay tribute to The Nat King Cole Trio on Thursday, August 28th at KATERINA'S CLUB (1920 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL - 773-348-7592 - http://www.katerinas.com/ ). Special guest is Audrey Morris. This oft-suggested musical tribute has been in planning for awhile now and is near and dear to the hearts of all involved. There is a $10 cover charge.
FRIDAY - AUGUST 29th
NEW JERSEY: SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW AT THE MANOR
A brand new cabaret "Something Old, Something New" featuring Michelle Oram and Jenny Peters will be presented at LE DOME at THE MANOR (111 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ - 973-731-2360 - http://themanorrestaurant.com/cabaret.html ) on Friday, August 29th at 9:00 pm. The show is about two women and their relationships with men, featuring the songs of Alan & Marilyn Bergman, Frank Wildhorn, Shire & Maltby, Jason Robert Brown, Johnny Mercer, Barry Manilow, Jonathan Larson, & Joni Mitchell. Michelle has performed her Broadway cabaret in New York and New Jersey and has sung with big bands and jazz ensembles for the past 10 years. Four-course dinner and show: $74 plus tax and gratuity. Dinner seatings at 6:00, 6:15, and 6:30 pm. Wait list (show only) seats may be available at $35 per person.
NYC: YOUTUBE FRIDAYS BEFORE THE AFTER PARTY
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) presents UTUBE Fridays every Friday night from 9:00 to 10:30 pm. This informal new screening night will feature an array of fun, campy, theatrical clips from the worlds of Broadway, film and television. You might watch Patti Lupone receive her first Tony for Evita (presented by Faye Dunaway!), or perhaps the opening credits from The Muppet Show, or Liza Minnelli and her Pet Shop Boys inspired Losing My Mind or the Spring Awakening music video or Jennifer Holiday belting out. There's bound to be something for everyone in this 90 minute warm up to The After Party. There is no cover charge, and just a 2-drink minimum. Full menu available.
NYC: AFTER PARTY WITH ALICE RIPLEY AS SPECIAL GUEST
*** SPECIAL CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
At THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Fridays at 10:30 pm, Brandon Cutrell & Alysha Umphress host AFTER PARTY, a free-wheeling open-mic with guest stars from Broadway and Cabaret, Ray Fellman at the piano and others 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. No cover, no minimum. Singer/dancers invited at all times - you can hang out at the bar, at a table or even on stage. This week's special guest is Alice Ripley.
SAN FRANCISCO: BRINBERG IS BARBRA AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
Steven Brinberg is "Simply Barbra" will be presented at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - http://www.therrazzroom.com/ ) on Friday through Sunday, August 29th through 31st. Steven is the premier Barbra Streisand impressionist, performing his incredible show, Simply Barbra, to international acclaim both on stage and television - and performing twice with none other than Marvin Hamlisch! He pays homage to all that is Streisand. Steven does not lip-sync his performances but accurately portrays Streisand with his own voice. With over a decade of performing experience, his amazing show has Steven in demand literally worldwide. Call for cover/minimum information.
SATURDAY - AUGUST 30th
**** LABOR DAY WEEKEND (USA) ****
ST. LOUIS: CASUAL CABARET PREMIERS AT KRANZBERG ART CENTER
"Casual Cabaret" will make its premier at the new KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Saturday, August 30th at 8:00 pm (dinner service begins at 6:30 pm). Casual Cabaret joins St. Louis' finest entertainment venues as the newest jewel among the gems that make Grand Center so grand. Now this fun night of cabaret entertainment finds a home in this National Historic District filled with theaters and vaudeville houses going back to the turn of the century. Opening night in the new space features Stellie Siteman and Barbara Parker Helmer, along with some of St. Louis' newest cabaret singers, under the musical direction of Diane Hanisch. Tickets for Casual Cabaret are $20, no minimum food or drink required. Dinner buffet is $20, beverages are additional.
NYC: POOLE PARTY IN 10th YEAR WITH STAND-UP STARS
*** HOTLINE MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER
The Award-Winning Stand-Up & Musical Comedy show POOLE PARTY, now in its 10th year will present some of NYC's funniest comics at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ). This Saturday night, August 30th at 8:30 pm, the show will feature top NYC-area comics and musical comedy stars including Bonnie Marsh, Jane Aquilina, Rachel Axelrod, Laura Spaeth, Johnny Blaze Leavitt, Evan Morgenstern, Devin Sanchez, Jeffrey Johns, Monica Russell, Emmy Rivera and Sidney Meyer. The show will be hosted by Darlene Violette from NBC's "30 Rock"! Still just a $15 cover, 2 drink minimum each show. $10 cover each show for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SUNDAY - AUGUST 31st
**** LABOR DAY WEEKEND (USA) ****
NYC: THE DIVA-LUTION OF MOLLY POPE AT JOE'S PUB
Molly Pope, who made her cabaret debut in 2007 with her acclaimed show "The Diva-Lution of Molly Pope" at DON'T TELL MAMA, moves a new version of the show to JOE'S PUB at THE PUBLIC THEATRE (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - Tele-Charge: 1-212-239-6200 - Box Office: 212-539-8778 - http://www.joespub.com/ ) for one night only on Sunday, August 31st at 7:00 pm. The show will feature musical direction by Sonny Paladino and is directed & produced by Ben Rimalower. Hailed for her powerful vocals and dynamic dramatic intensity, Molly's performances of such songs as Dietz & Schwartz' "By Myself" Cole Porter's "It's Alright With Me" and even The Cardigans' "Love Fool" provoked widespread comparison to a young Barbra Streisand. Tickets are $20 and there is a 2-drink or $12 food minimum.
NEW YORK STATE: BRADSTAN PRESENTS KAREN MASON
THE BRADSTAN NANCY LAMOTT ROOM (Route 17B, White Lake, NY - 845-583-4114 - http://bradstancountryhotel.com/ ) presents the eleventh show of its final season of "INN CABARET" starring Karen Mason on Sunday, August 31st with shows at 7:00 & 9:30 pm. Currently starring in the Broadway smash musical hit, "Hairspray", Karen has a voice that is a force of nature and a heart to match. Call for cover/minimum information.
ON RADIO: "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW": REBROADCAST
*** CABARET ON THE RADIO - TV - WEB ***
On Sunday, August 31st, 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 and hosted by David Kenney, will present a "Re-Broadcast" of the "LIVE-REMOTE BROADCAST" that took place at DILLON'S SUPPER CLUB on March 28th, 2004, one of the many 25TH Anniversary Celebrations! David's co-host for the Evening was Karen Mason, and the show featured performances by Phillip Officer, Mary Foster Conklin, The Barry Levitt Trio,The Accidentals, Goldie Dver, Valentine Ryder and Johnny Rodgers. 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://archive.wbai.org/ . For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/ .
ON RADIO: "AT THE RITZ!" SUNDAYS & 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 Sundays from 3:00 to 5:00 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! 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.
NYC: THE ELECTRO SHOCK THERAPY COMEDY HOUR SUNDAY
Brad Loekle (TruTV, Sirius Out Q Radio) continues his new reign over THE ELECTRO SHOCK THERAPY COMEDY HOUR! on Sundays at THERAPY (348 West 52 Street, NYC - 212-397-1700 - http://www.therapy-nyc.com/ ) at 10:00 pm. This Sunday, August 31st, featured comics are Tom Ragu (The Tom Ragu Comedy Revue), Adam Lehman (Brew Ha-Ha, Carolines), Jay D'Ercola (Poole Party) and Karith Foster (The Don Imus Show). No cover charge, $5 cosmos all night.
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR SEPTEMBER 1st through 6th
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF CABARET EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE CABARET DIARY/DATEBOOK AT http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
FOR OPEN MIC / PIANO BAR EVENTS:
http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretPianoBars.shtml
MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 1st
**** LABOR DAY (USA) ****
This national holiday may mean revised holiday schedules, closings and/or shorter hours at many cabaret rooms and piano bars. Be sure to phone ahead. There will be no issue of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE newsletter on LABOR DAY, Monday, September 1st.
NYC: LILLIAS WHITE IN THE "JUST A PIANO" SERIES AT THE TRIAD
Tony winner Lillias White performs on Mondays in September at 9:30 pm, commencing on Labor Day, Monday September 1st. at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-362-2590 - http://www.Triadnyc.com/ ) as part of Lee Summers' "Just A Piano" Concert Series. From her unforgettable performances opposite Matthew Broderick in "How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying," to starring as "Effie White" in both the Broadway Revival and the definitive Actor's Fund, 20th Anniversary Benefit CD of "Dreamgirls," to her Tony Winning performance in Cy Coleman's "The Life," Lillias White is truly one of our national treasures. There is a $40 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 2nd
NYC: CHRIS BARRETT TUESDAYS AT LA MEDITERRANEE
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Cabaret singer and pianist Chris Barrett will return to his performing roots by appearing for three hours every Tuesday and Wednesday night starting at 9:00 pm at the east-side landmark LA MEDITERRANEE CAFE AND FRENCH BISTRO (947 Second Avenue, NYC - 212-755-4155 - http://www.lamediterraneeny.com/ ). Chris will feature songs from his recent cabaret shows along with his extensive stable of Broadway and American standards. Mr. Barrett's engagement is limited and will close on October 1st. Reservations for dinner are encouraged and are suggested to be made before or at 9:00 pm. No cover, $10 minimum.
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NYC: MICHAEL FEINSTEIN WITH "THE SINATRA PROJECT"
FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/ ) will open its 10th Anniversary season with the return of the club's founder Michael Feinstein for one week only, Tuesday through Saturday, September 2nd through 6th. Musical Director Bill Elliott will lead a 17-piece band featuring Bucky Pizzarelli on guitar, Jim Saporito on drums, and David Finck on bass. September 2nd will also mark the release of his new CD The Sinatra Project from Concord Records which collects the great romantic songs performed by Sinatra. The will play the following schedule: Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm and Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 & 10:00 pm. All shows have a $95 cover plus a $40 food/drink minimum.
WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 3rd
NYC: CHRIS BARRETT WEDNESDAYS AT LA MEDITERRANEE
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Cabaret singer and pianist Chris Barrett will return to his performing roots by appearing for three hours every Tuesday and Wednesday night starting at 9:00 pm at the east-side landmark LA MEDITERRANEE CAFE AND FRENCH BISTRO (947 Second Avenue, NYC - 212-755-4155 - http://www.lamediterraneeny.com/ ). Chris will feature songs from his recent cabaret shows along with his extensive stable of Broadway and American standards. Mr. Barrett's engagement is limited and will close on October 1st. Reservations for dinner are encouraged and are suggested to be made before or at 9:00 pm. No cover, $10 minimum.
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NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY FEATURES KAREN OBERLIN & MILES PHILLIPS
ANY WEDNESDAY, the free in-store concert series that features the best in cabaret, jazz and theater music takes place weekly at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC). Performances are at 6:00 pm. Appearing on Wednesday, September 3rd at 6:00 pm will be Karen Oberlin & Miles Phillips. No reservations taken. No cover.
THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 4th
NYC: BARB JUNGR RETURNS WITH SHOW HONORING NINA SIMONE
Returning to New York from London for her fourth engagement at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ), international cabaret icon Barb Jungr premieres "I Got Life," a new show packed with songs identified with Nina Simone. She is joined by Charlie Giordano on piano and accordion. The show will have eight performances, opening on Thursday, September 4th at 7:30 pm, with additional shows scheduled for Friday, September 5th at 7:30 pm, and Thursdays through Saturdays, September 11th through 13th and 18th through 20th. In the show, Barb introduces a number of Nina Simone touchstones from her new CD "Just Like a Woman - A Hymn to Nina" (released in the UK in March by Linn Records). All are songs Jungr has not previously performed in New York. Songs she'll do by her other signature inspirations (including Bob Dylan and Jacques Brel) are also new to New York ears. There is a $20 cover plus a 2 drink minimum.
BALTIMORE: CAROLYN BLACK-SOTIR OPENS GERMANO'S NEW SEASON
On Thursday September 4th, renowned cabaret artist Carolyn Black-Sotir, along with Tim McReynolds and Tom Baldwin will present "A Woman Is A Sondheim Thing" with a special guest appearance by Shannon Wollman to open the 2008-2009 Cabaret Season at 7:30 pm at CABARET AT GERMANO'S (300 South High Street, Baltimore, MD - 410-752-4515 - http://www.germanostrattoria.com/ ). Ms. Black-Sotir is Artistic Director of the Cabaret at Germano's. There is a $10 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Pre-show dining is available from 6:00 pm.
NYC: VICKIE PHILLIPS ON A SINGER'S JOURNEY
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Broadway Bound Productions presents "A Singer's Journey", a two-act cabaret musical with the songs of Brel, Weill and Aznavour ("If We Only Have Love", "Yesterday When I Was Young", "Mack the Knife" "September Song", "My Ship", "Marieke" and more) starring Vickie Phillips at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Thursdays, September 4th & 11th at 7:00 pm and Saturdays, September 6th & 13th at 5:30 pm. The show is written and directed by Bob Ost. Music director is Gerry Dieffenbach, with Carl Riehl (9/4, 9/6), and Bob Goldberg (9/11, 9/13) on accordion. There is an $18 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 5th
NAPA VALLEY: WESLA SINGS JAZZ & CABARET AT SILO'S
Napa's Premier Music Room SILO'S (530 Main Street, Napa, CA - 707-251-5833 - http://www.weslawhitfield.com/silo's.html ) presents the magical song stylings of International Cabaret/Jazz star Wesla Whitfield every Friday & Saturday in September, with a "Grand Opening" performance on Friday, September 5th at 7:00 pm. Additional sets at 8:15 & 9:30 pm. Wesla, with Mike Greensill at the piano, performs the best of The American Popular Songbook featuring the songs of Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, Frank Loesser, Rodgers & Hart, Harry Warren, Rodgers & Hammerstein and many, many more. Silo's wine bar, situated in the historic riverfront Napa Mill complex at the foot of main street, is a new venture between Wesla & Mike and the good folks at The Napa River Inn. There is a $15 cover.
NYC: METROJAM CABARET/JAZZ OPEN MIC FRIDAY
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Joe Bachana's METROJAM, the monthly cabaret/jazz open mic event held at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ), will have its next show on Friday, September 5th at 10:00 pm. Guest vocalists from the worlds of cabaret and jazz are always on hand to take a turn at the microphone. Only a $10 cover, $15 minimum.
CHICAGO: TRIBUTE TO IRVING BERLIN AT KATERINA'S
Spider Saloff with pianist Tommy Muellner will present a special tribute to Irving Berlin on Saturday, September 6th from 6:30 to 9:00 pm at KATERINA'S CLUB (1920 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL - 773-348-7592 - http://www.katerinas.com/ ). There is a $5 cover.
SATURDAY - SEPTEMBER 6th
NYC: DANE VANNATTER SINGS TONY BENNETT AT METROPOLITAN ROOM
Bistro Award-winning jazz artist Dane Vannatter brings his new show "Alone Together: A Tony Bennett Album" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for four consecutive Saturdays at 9:30 pm, opening on September 6th. Directed by Lennie Watts, the evening will feature songs from the Bennett album including "Alone Together," "Poor Butterfly," "It's Magic," and a rarely sung Bart Howard song "Walk in the Country." Joining Vannatter will be Bill Duffy on piano, Thomson Kneeland on bass and George Farrell on drums. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 7th
NYC: STEPHEN LUTVAK RETURNS TO LAURIE BEECHMAN
Award-winning composer Stephen Lutvak returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Sunday, September 7th at 7:00 pm to share some of his newest compositions, including works from the forthcoming musicals Kind Hearts and Coronets and Campaign of the Century. Of course, some of his most treasured chestnuts are included as well. Steven has won the first Johnny Mercer Foundation Emerging American Songwriter Award, two Jonathan Larson Performing Arts Foundation Grants for his work in the theatre (he is the first and only recipient of two such awards), a New American Works Grant from the NEA, two Bistro Awards and three MAC Awards. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NEW YORK STATE: BRADSTAN PRESENTS JEANNE MACDONALD
THE BRADSTAN NANCY LAMOTT ROOM (Route 17B, White Lake, NY - 845-583-4114 - http://bradstancountryhotel.com/ ) presents the twelfth and final Sunday show show of its final season of "INN CABARET" starring Jeanne MacDonald on Sunday, September 7th with shows at 7:00 & 9:30 pm. Jeanne has become one of the most celebrated cabaret artists in Manhattan having received virtually every honor that is bestowed to performers in this venue. It all began in 1992 with her very first solo show at THE BRADSTAN and has not stopped or even slowed since. Call for cover/minimum information.
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR SEPTEMBER 8th THROUGH 14th
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MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 8th
NYC: BARBARA WALSH IN VOICES FROM THE GREAT WHITE WAY SERIES
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) presents Broadway's Barbara Walsh for a one night only concert on Monday, September 8th at 7:00 pm, as part of their celebrated Voices from the Great White Way Series. Barbara was most recently seen on Broadway in her tour de force performance as Joanne in John Doyle's celebrated revival of Stephen Sondheim and George Furth's Company, for which she received a Drama Desk nomination. Other Broadway credits include Hairspray (Velma Von Tussle), Big (Mrs. Baskin), Blood Brothers (Mrs. Lyons), her Drama Desk and Tony nominated performance as Trina in William Finn's Falsettos and Rock 'n Roll, The First 5,000 Years. There is a $25 cover, as well as a $15 food or beverage minimum.
NYC: DOMINIC SHEAHAN-STAHL IN NYC CABARET DEBUT
Dominic Sheahan-Stahl makes his NYC Cabaret Debut on Monday, September 8th at 7:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ). The show is called "That's Life and I'm Feeling Good!" featuring songs that have helped shape Dominic's life so far. He is joined by vocalists Roxy Arrojo and Kimberly Chesser, Lorenzo Wolff on Bass, Raphael Torn on Percussion. Musical director is Mark Fifer, with direction by Steve Pacek, There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
SAN FRANCISCO: SHAYNEE RAINBOLT SINGS RUSSELL GARCIA
Shaynee Rainbolt will celebrate legendary arranger, conductor and composer Russell Garcia's life in music in three venues in three US cities in September. In these rare U.S. appearances Russell Garcia will join Shaynee on stage, conducting his Four Trombone band. The show is called "Charmed Life: Shaynee Rainbolt SINGS Russell Garcia" and will open the tour on Monday, September 8th at JAZZ BAKERY (3233 Helms Avenue, Culver City, CA - 310-271-9039 - http://www.jazzbakery.com/ ). The show features 16 Russell Garcia Originals, including the 2008 MAC Award winning Song of the Year: "I Remember" with music by Russell Garcia and lyrics by Russell Garcia & Shaynee Rainbolt. The songs will be included in Shaynee's new CD of the same name. The first ever all-vocal album of the music of Russell Garcia. Call for cover/minimum information.
TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 9th
NYC: ASHFORD & SIMPSON RETURN TO FEINSTEIN'SFOR THIRD YEAR
FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/ ) will continue their 10th Anniversary season with the return of the husband and wife duo Ashford & Simpson, performing from Tuesday, September 9th through Sunday, September 20th. Performances are Tuesday through Thursday at 8:30 pm, and Friday and Saturday evenings at 8:00 and 10:00 pm. Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson have had dual careers as performers and songwriters, having provided many iconic artists with some of their biggest hits. Their songs have been recorded by legends such as Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross, Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, Marvin Gaye, Chaka Kahn, Mary J. Blige, Smokey Robinson, Gladys Knight, Ronnie Milsap and Nina Simone, among many more. All shows have a $60 cover and a $40 food/drink minimum.
NYC: MARTY GEIGER IS A SUMMER BABY AT MAMA'S
Marty Geiger returns to the cabaret stage with a brand new show called SUMMER BABY, to be presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Tuesday, September 9th; and Friday, September 12th at 7:00 pm. (The performance on August 15th is sold out.) As he celebrates a milestone birthday this summer, Marty shares his memories of summer camp, summer jobs, summer travels, summer romance, summer at the beach. Marty is a full-time attorney by day and made his cabaret debut in 2006 in "Making It Fit" at Danny's Skylight Room. Musical director is Paul Greenwood, Lina Koutrakos directs. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: BOYS AND MORE BOYS AT THE BEECHMAN
On Tuesday, September 9th at 9:30 pm, Alex Brightman (Glory Days, Twilight in Manchego), Jason Michael Snow (Saved!, Xanadu) and Jay A. Johnson (A Chorus Line) perform with special guest Carrie Manolakos (currently Sophie in Broadway's Mamma Mia!) in "Boys! Boys! Boys!" at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ). Musical Director is Will van Dyke. The show includes elections from Darling (book by B. T. Ryback, music and lyrics by Ryan Scott Oliver, will also serves as producer.
FRIDAY - SEPTEMBER 12th
NYC: OPENING DOORS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS "GOLDILOCKS"
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents GOLDILOCKS at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ), the final show in Season 2 of Closing Notice Series. Performances are scheduled for Friday through Sunday, September 12th through 14th at 7:00 pm. Goldilocks features a book by Walter Kerr and Jean Kerr, lyrics by Walter Kerr, Jean Kerr and Joan Ford and a score by Leroy Anderson. This presentation of Goldilocks is produced by Suzanne Adams and Hector Coris. The production will be directed by Daniel Haley with musical direction by Jessica Stewart. The cast includes Lee Cavellier, Clare Chihimbakwe, Ryan Hallett, Rachael Lee, Jean McCormick, Andy McLeavey, Billy Sharpe, Jennifer Teska, and Rachel Louise Thomas. Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: EDD CLARK RETURNS WITH "ROMANTIC NOTIONS"
Edd Clark, 2005 Bistro Award winner for "3 Tenors in Search of an Act," and 2007 MAC nominee for "Sue and Edd's FABULOUS Christmas" brings back his first solo show ROMANTIC NOTIONS to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ). Performances are scheduled for Fridays, September 12th & 19th at 7:00 pm. Romantic Notions is a look at the experience we call love, with terrific new arrangements and musical direction by Bistro Award Winner and MAC nominee Paul Stephan, and songs by Stephen Sondheim, Walter Marks, Amanda McBroom, Portia Nelson and others. There is a $10 cover and 2 drink minimum.
SATURDAY - SEPTEMBER 13th
SAN FRANCISCO: YOU PICK THE SONGS AT LINDA'S JUKEBOX CABARET
Jazz and cabaret performer Linda Kosut brings her novelty show, "Jukebox Cabaret" to ANGELICA'S SUPPER CLUB & BISTRO (863 Main Street, Redwood City, CA - 650-365-3226 - http://www.angelicasbistro.com/ ) on Saturday, September 13th at 8:00 pm. Jukebox Cabaret is a "not-your-typical" jazz or cabaret" show. The program itself lies in the audience's hands - they will be selecting some of the material performed from Linda's extensive repertoire. She will be backed by the Max Perkoff, her long time music director, and Band. Linda Kosut has been singing to steady acclaim on the cabaret scenes of New York and the San Francisco Bay Area for several years. Tickets are $25, plus a $20 food/drink minimum.
AUSTRALIA: BENN BENNETT IN SONGS AND STORIES
Benn Bennett returns to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - http://www.thebutterflyclub.com/ ) for two nights only, on Saturday September 13th at 9:00 pm and Sunday, September 14th at 8:00 pm to deliver his most intimate show to date. Bennett shares a selection of new songs and stories for piano and voice. Featuring songs of drowning, folklore, bad dreams and drag queens, Bennett takes a shift in direction from his acclaimed musical comedy revues, and explores the darker realm of his lyricism for this set. Tickets are $20.
SUNDAY - SEPTEMBER 14th
NYC: KAREN OBERLIN & MILES PHILLIPS COMBINE PLEASURES
*** HOTLINE MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Two of New York's most acclaimed and award-winning vocalists, Karen Oberlin and Miles Phillips, combine their gorgeous voices in their highly anticipated new show, THE PLEASURE OF YOUR COMPANY to be presented at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Sundays, September 14th and October 12th, all shows at 4:00 pm. These two longtime mutual admirers finally revel in the luxury of their thrillingly matched voices. Both accomplished actors and singers, they draw in their show from their successes in different arenas, Oberlin (jazz) and Phillips (theatre), and join forces on common ground in which they both have enjoyed great success (cabaret). Musical Direction is provided by MAC and Bistro Award winner Tracy Stark. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR SEPTEMBER 15th AND BEYOND
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MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 15th
NYC: CAROL SHEDLIN WITH THE LYRICS OF LORENZ HART" AT MAMA'S
*** HOTLINE MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
In a special return engagement, Carol Shedlin brings her acclaimed show, "I Feel At Home With You - the lyrics of Lorenz Hart" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) for two performances in September - Monday, the 15th & Tuesday the 23rd. Both shows are at 7:00 pm. She is joined by Jon Delfin at the piano and Saadi Zain on bass. Aaron Morishita directs. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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TUESDAY - SEPTEMBER 16th
CHICAGO: STANLEY PAUL'S "SONGS & STORIES OF A GLAMOROUS ERA"
Chicago's famed orchestra leader and pianist Stanley Paul will share "Songs & Stories of a Glamorous Era" in a free multi-media, one-man show on Tuesday, September 16th at 12:15 pm in CLAUDIA CASSIDY THEATER of the CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER (78 East Washington Street, Chicago, IL - 1-877-CHICAGO - http://www.877CHICAGO.com/ ). The public is invited to be part of the audience as Paul tells stories and plays the piano accompanied by tapes of the Stanley Paul Orchestra, while some 300 rarely seen photographs from the golden era of show business are shown. The performance will be videotaped. Stanley Paul began his career in Chicago on December 2, 1964, when "Stanley Paul and his East Coast Society Orchestra" opened in the Pump Room of the Ambassador East Hotel. For more than ten years, he and his orchestra performed in the historic Pump Room. As friend and confidant to many famous stars, he tells revealing stories about the entertainment legends of the 20th century, including Fred Astaire, Ethel Merman, Ginger Rogers, Joan Crawford and many others.
THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 18th
NYC: "GRACE NOTES: A SINGERS' SOIREE" TONIGHT
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 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) with the next show scheduled for Thursday, September 18th at 6:30 pm. Joining Grace are Margaret Wright (Obie, Bistro, 3x Mac Awards), Jay Rogers (Multiple Mac & Bistro Awards), La Tanya Hall (International Recording Star), Cynthia Crane (Bistro Award), newcomer Amanda Peters and special guests Eric Michael Gillett & John Kropowski plus a surprise guest. Don Rebic is Musical Director, with Steve Doyle on Bass. Eric Michael Gillett 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.
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NYC: HELENE FELDMAN IN CONSTANT CRAVING AT THE BEECHMAN
Helene Feldman returns to the cabaret stage and THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) with her new show "Constant Craving". The show is a diverse blend of songs from popular music, jazz, blues, contemporary music and The Great American Songbook. She is accompanied by Gerry Dieffenbach at the piano. Performances are scheduled for Thursday, September 18th at 9:30 pm and Saturday, September 27th at 4:30 pm. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: EDUCATIONAL SERIES PRESENTED BY THE ASCAP FOUNDATION
The ASCAP Foundation (http://www.ascapfoundation.org/ ) will present this year's New York Musical Theatre Festival's Educational Series at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC) on Thursdays, September 18th, 25th and October 2nd, all events at 5:30 pm. The Educational Series provides an opportunity for audience members and aspiring theater artists to learn directly from industry professionals. All seminars are free of charge and made possible through the generous support of The ASCAP Foundation's Irving Caesar Trust.
THURSDAY - SEPTEMBER 18th
NYC: JASON WYNN IS BACK WITH NOT MORE OF THE SAME OLD @#$%
2007 MAC award winner Jason Wynn brings the highly anticipated sequel to his smash hit "Not The Same Old @$%" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) with performances scheduled for Saturday, September 20th at 9:30 pm; Sunday, September 21st at 7:00 pm; and Saturday, September 27th 9:30 pm. This show is "Anything But Ordinary" - packed with Pop, Rock, Originals and (of course) a Showtune or two. The song-list represents a wide variety of songwriters, including Jason Wynn, Ike Turner, Kelly Clarkson, Anastasia, Elton John, ELO, Alicia Keys, Paula Cole, and so many more! Directed by 2008 MAC winner Miles Phillips, the show features a smokin' band and a collection of some of New York's best singers joining in the fun. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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MONDAY - SEPTEMBER 22nd
NYC: FRANCESCA AMARI RETURNS TO METROPOLITAN ROOM
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Francesca Amari, a popular West Michigan cabaret vocalist from Grand Rapids, Michigan, returns with her solo cabaret show with two performances at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) in September. Shows are scheduled for Mondays, September 22nd & 29th at 9:30 pm. The show, "Secretly Square" pays homage to guilty pleasure songs from such legendary performers as Johnny Mathis, The Carpenters, Captain & Tennille, Neil Sedaka and more. The show is directed by Barry Kleinbort with musical direction by Christopher Denny. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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WEDNESDAY - SEPTEMBER 24th
NYC: PHILIP HERNANDEZ AT THE BEECHMAN WITH PHIL & TONIC
Broadway star and recording artist Philip Hernandez brings his new one-man show "Phil and Tonic" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 pm. Philip will be accompanied on piano by Jeremy Wall, Grammy nominated composer and co-founder of the legendary jazz band Spyro Gyra. Hernandez is the only actor in Broadway history to have played both the hero Jean Valjean and his nemesis Inspector Javert in Broadway's mega-hit Les Miserables. His other Broadway credits include leading roles in the Original Broadway Casts of Kiss of the Spider Woman and Paul Simon's The Capeman. In addition to Broadway Mr. Hernandez regularly performs as a guest artist with symphony orchestras throughout the US. His critically acclaimed CD, The Beat Of My Heart, is a unique blend of Broadway, Jazz, the great American songbook and Latin rhythm. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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FRIDAY - OCTOBER 17th
NYC: 4th ANNUAL BROADWAY CABARET FESTIVAL OCTOBER 17th-19th
*** FEATURED FESTIVAL EVENT ***
THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/ ) presents the Fourth Annual Broadway Cabaret Festival, Friday through Sunday, October 17th through 19th. The shows feature top Broadway talent in three cabaret concerts over one weekend featuring classic favorites to contemporary Broadway and newest stars to our venerated icons. The series is created, written, and hosted for The Town Hall by Scott Siegel. Subscriptions for all three concerts are only $150 and are available through mail order only. Individual tickets are only $55 per show for this all-star weekend and can be purchased through TicketMaster 212-307-4100 or http://www.ticketmaster.com/ and also by visiting THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/ ) between noon and 6:00 pm (except Sundays).
WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 29th
THE 19th NY CABARET CONVENTION OCT. 29 THROUGH NOV. 1st
*** FEATURED FESTIVAL EVENT ***
The 19th Annual NY Mabel Mercer Cabaret Convention will take place at FREDERICK P. ROSE HALL (Columbus Circle, Broadway at 60th Street, NYC - CenterCharge: 212-721-6500 - http://www.jazzatlincolncenter.org/ ) on Wednesday, October 29th through Saturday, November 1st, all performances start at 6:00 pm. Tickets are available at the box office: Broadway at 60th Street (Ground Floor) Monday through Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Sundays, Noon to 6:00 pm (or 30 minutes past curtain on performance nights) Tickets by phone: CenterCharge 212-721-6500
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MORE "HERE & THERE"
I have a lot of packing to do, I have to do some last minute updates on the website, and I have to get to the airport so I will close early today. Coming in the next issue: The First Ever Cabaret Hotline Online SONGWRITER CHALLENGE. Something I thought up while riding on the subway back from Queens around 1:00 am. I think this will be a really interesting project - especially for songwriters.
Also coming next issue: a report on the St. Louis trip; review of a show I saw last night - Vickie and Nickie - at DON'T TELL MAMA; the return of old friend Jonathan Long to cabaret (he just sent me his new CD and I am loading it on my iPod as I write to listen to on the plane); the nominees for the 2008-2009 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS' CHOICE Favorite Cabaret Song (deadline for nominations has been extended to Wednesday, September 3rd). And maybe we will be able to announce MEMBER 300!
Time to go. Don't forget, piano bar and open mic items now appear in a new section on the website (currently still under construction). Just click on the button at the top of every page on the website marked PIANO/OPEN MIC or click here: http://www.svhamstra.com/CabaretPianoBars.shtml
I hope you at least scanned the news and listings items in this issue - there are a lot of great shows listed with a lot of great performers and a lot of great songs and show themes. Is your event listed? Send me that press release!
Special a un amigo especial: ¡Seis semanas eran una espera demasiado larga para considerarle otra vez! Grande verle en el partido ayer por la noche.
And that is just about the way it was.
Remember: no newsletter on Monday. Until next week Thursday, then.
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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