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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #100201 - Monday, February 1, 2010
Your First, Best and Only Complete Source of Cabaret and Nightlife News
NOW IN OUR 20th YEAR SPREADING THE NEWS OF CABARET!
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MARCH IS CABARET MONTH NEWS & UPDATES
TICKETS ON SALE RIGHT NOW FOR MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA
38 OF 75 AVAILABLE TICKETS ALREADY RESERVED
Tickets are on sale, ON LINE ONLY, today: Monday, February 1st for the 2010 MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA at the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) to be held on Tuesday, March 2nd at 7:00 pm. Over the weekend, 2009-2010 members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE were offered advance sale tickets and already nearly half the available tickets have been reserved (sale is not considered final until payment is received).
Tom Stajmiger, who is producing the show on behalf of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE has already announced this year's theme - "The Composers of Cabaret". Some fantastic and talented songwriters will take part in the show, including David Friedman, John Bucchino, Amanda McBroom and Alex Rybeck (Alex will also be serving as musical director for the event). Richard Skipper will be the MC for the gala. The Gala is the kick-off event of the 3rd Annual MARCH IS CABARET MONTH celebration.
Tickets will be priced at $30, with a $5 discount for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE and a $10 discount for registered "OVER-65" Members. 2009-2010 Members can order 1 additional ticket at the member price. (There is a $15 food/drink minimum imposed by the venue - a full dinner menu is available.)
To purchase tickets after noon today, you must make your reservation on line - there is a link on the opening page of the website to the Reservation-Purchase page. You may order up to 4 tickets in one purchase. Registered "Over-65" members must order tickets by e-mail - stuhamstra@svhamstra.com
ONLY 75 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD - 38 are already reserved. No reservations will be taken by the venue. No tickets will be sold on the night of the show. All tickets must be purchased via the website.
Reservations will not be considered confirmed until payment is actually received - which means, to be safe, use a credit/debit card and use PayPal.
MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
PROMOTION IS SPONSORED IN PART BY
Dr. Garrett Bennett, Teresa Fischer, Miranda Music
Jackie Fornatale. Marty Geiger, Chelsea's Desktop, Inc.
Jim Van Slyke, Geri Malino, Tennie Leonard
Click here to read all about MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
HERE & THERE - PART I
First off, special to jazz lovers: MIDTOWN JAZZ, normally held on Wednesdays at ST. PETERS CHURCH, NYC will be presented on Tuesday this week because of a conflict of scheduling at the church. Details in the listings for February 2nd below.
As noted above, we opened our ticket sales for the MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA, the kickoff event for the special cabaret promotion on Tuesday, March 2nd at 7:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER over the weekend to members only, and as of noon today we have taken orders for 38 of the 75 seats available - we have passed the 1/2 way mark. A big thanks to all the members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE who signed up right away for this exciting cabaret event! Details are noted above.
If your from out of town, or otherwise can't attend the show on Tuesday, March 2nd, and would like to support our MARCH IS CABARET MONTH promotion, you can order an ad in the program booklet for the show - details on a "click through" line on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website: http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/ .
This week we are sending out, with the help of our "publicist to the stars" Don Schaffer, a press release about the MARCH IS CABARET MONTH promotion - later in the month we will send a second release listing MARCH IS CABARET MONTH shows and events all over the world (ok, the USA mostly, but clubs and organizations in other countries are invited to join as well). More news on this coming soon.
Just a little note to clear up some confusion - CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is not a part of MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) and I personally do not have anything to do with the rules for the MAC Awards. I did take part in the NY NIGHTLIFE AWARDS held on January 25th, as one of the judges in the cabaret category. A few confused folks have contacted me about their category placement for this year's awards nominations, and I really can't help. Sorry.
Kate Peters was one of my "bosses" when I was working for Cabaret.Org in Fullerton CA, before I retired. She is a terrific cabaret singer and has a great blog that can be a big help for vocalists (or, for that matter, anyone who uses their voice professionally). Check it out at http://katepeters.com/blog/ . I am not a singer, but have found this little blog interesting and informative -and I wouldn't even have known about it, except she signed on as a follower of mine at TWITTER. You can follow her - and be informed on updates to her blog at http://twitter.com/k8peters .
If you are presenting a cabaret show or event during the month of March, 2010, our MARCH IS CABARET MONTH promotion gives you a chance for extra promotion at no extra charge: All shows presented in March that include the phrase "MARCH IS CABARET MONTH" in their release materials will be included on the special website - and on that website the events are listed is special geographical page sections so folks in various parts of the universe that visit the website can easily find an event playing in their area. The event listing will appear as usual on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website in the DIARY/DATEBOOK and in the newsletter as well.
And if your March event news item gets to me by February 20th we will include your event in a special MARCH IS CABARET MONTH EVENTS press release that our press rep Don Schaffer will be sending out to all cabaret news journalists and publications on his rather comprehensive press list. All you need do is include the slogan "MARCH IS CABARET MONTH" in your release and we'll include your info in ours!
Click here to read all about MARCH IS CABARET MONTH http://www.svhamstra.com/MARCHISCAB/index.shtml
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 http://cabarethotlineonline.blogspot.com/
CABARET WORKSHOPS & SPECIAL SERVICES
CABARET CONFERENCE AT YALE AUDITION SCHEDULE ON WEB
Erv Raible, Executive Director/Artistic Director, takes great pride in announcing the Eighth Annual CABARET CONFERENCE AT YALE UNIVERSITY. The Cabaret Conference at Yale University is being developed in conjunction with the Yale School of Drama/Yale Repertory Theater (for information call the Cabaret Conference Hotline at 212-629-2000, please do not call YSD/YRT); and several conference sessions will be held in the facilities of the Yale School of Drama/Yale Repertory Theater, including the recently opened New Theater. The Eighth Annual Cabaret Conference At Yale University will be held July 23rd through August 1st, 2010, and is an internationally focused, nine-day teaching program that offers an intensive look at the art of cabaret performance technique, and trains professionals for the live entertainment industry in the 21st century. The Great American Songbook will be addressed and promoted in its entirety, from its origins in the late 19th century through the classic pop standards of the 1930s and 40s to today's contemporary cabaret, musical theater, jazz and pop music. For more information see, including audition city schedule http://www.thecabaretconferenceatyale.com/ .
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ARTIST MANAGEMENT & PUBLIC RELATIONS SERVICES AVAILABLE
Don Schaffer knows more about the details of promoting a cabaret show than just about anyone in cabaret. For many years he was the booking manager at DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM and rubbed elbows with members of the cabaret press almost nightly. Now he is offering his expertise and connections to all cabaret performers. For Artist Management and Public Relations services give him a call at 212-946-1265 or e-mail him at DSPR@nyc-rr-com
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PRINTING SERVICES ESPECIALLY FOR CABARET PERFORMERS
John C. Kuchera is pleased to announce his printing service, CABARET PRINTING (c/o John C. Kuchera, 3117 Broadway #36, NYC - 646-750-6184 - http://www.cabaretprinting.com ), specializing in postcards and brochures for the Cabaret World. John is offering prompt and professional services for very affordable prices. Check out his website or e-mail him at john@cabaretprinting.com for more information.
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WEST COAST NEWS AND PUBLICITY AVAILABLE FROM LES MICHAELS
Les Michaels publishes a weekly newsletter covering events on the West Coast - check out http://lesmichaels.com/lifeisacabaret/newsletter - and has produced recent shows featuring L.A. area cabaret artists and also heads up a weekly open-mic show in the area. The newsletter is free and instructions for submitting your West Coast news are right on the site. Don't forget to also send your release us at CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. Les also assists in all areas of publicity for West Coast cabaret events.
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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE LISTINGS SECTION
We only include listings in this issue for shows not listed in previous newsletters (except for advertisers, special festival events, etc.). For a listing of all future events, see the DIARY/DATEBOOK on the website at http://www.svhamstra.com.com/CabaretDiary.shtml
IS YOUR EVENT NOT LISTED? SEND ME A PRESS RELEASE
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - FEBRUARY 1st THROUGH 7th
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF NIGHTLIFE EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE DIARY/DATEBOOK AT
http://www.svhamstra.com.com/CabaretDiary.shtml
TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 2nd
NYC: ROBYN SPANGLER IS A "BAD, BAD, BAD WOMAN" AT THE DUPLEX
Robyn Spangler chronicles her journey from a good, good girl growing up in the midwest to a "Bad, Bad, Bad Woman" at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ) on Tuesday, February 2nd at 7:00 pm. She is joined on stage by musical director Todd Schroeder. Erv Raible directs. Robyn has had an interesting and varied career working both in front of audiences and behind the scenes in both the theater and film industries. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in musical theatre and voice performance from Eastern Kentucky University and while earning her degree, Robyn continued to work professionally singing with the Cincinnati rock group Brandy, appearing in the summer stock Wilderness Road, being a singing waitress at CB Kendall's Music Chorale. An invitation to sing at Carnegie Hall in 2002 prompted Robyn to return to performing and appeared in All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten at the Whitefire Theater followed by Karen Morrow's Master Showcase both in Los Angeles. In 2009 she released her first CD "On A Liquid Afternoon" to good reviews. Her cabaret show "A Bad, Bad Woman" debuted in Los Angeles in May. She attended the International Cabaret Conference at Yale and in October she performed for her hometown crowd in Cincinnati in "The Return of A Bad Bad Woman", and later at L.A.s the Gardenia. Now she brings this show to NYC. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY: JAY LEONHART AND FAMILY
NOTE DATE: TUESDAY THIS WEEK INSTEAD OF WEDNESDAY
MIDTOWN JAZZ AT MIDDAY continues at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC - http://www.saintpeters.org/jazz/midtownjazz.htm ). Due to church closure on Wednesday, this week the event will be held on Tuesday. This long-running series was created by Edmund Anderson and is now produced by Ronny Whyte. Next show is on Tuesday, February 2nd featuring Jay Leonhart and Family with Jay Leonhart - Bass & Wycliffe Gordon - Trombone. Performances are at 1:00 pm, $7 donation.
FUNDRAISER FOR THE VICTIMS OF THE EARTHQUAKE IN HAITI
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
An INTERNATIONAL LindyHop fundraiser for the victims of the recent earthquake in Haiti, organized by Rusty Frank of Los Angeles, will be held on Tuesday night, February 2nd from 8:30 to 11:30 pm at SWING 46 (349 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-262-9554). The event will feature the music of The George Gee Swing Orchestra (and special guests). Raffles and silent auctions are planned. All of profits and donations will benefit "Doctors without Borders," a critically acclaimed and accredited organization. Rusty Frank raised $8000 at her fundraiser event last Wednesday at her Rhythm Club and George Gee hopes to match (and maybe even better it). Raffled and silent auctions and featured items will include: (1) Season passes to the 2010 Midsummer Night Swing Season at Lincoln Center (2) $50 Gift Certificates for dinner and dancing at SWING46 (3) $50 Gift Certificates to Fred's Restaurant (4) $50 Gift Certificates for SwingDanceShop.com, donated by Judy Pritchett (5) Copies of Frankie Manning's biography autographed by both Frankie and the writer Cynthia Millman, donated by Cynthia Millman and Buddy Steves. (6) Opportunity to gain FREE ADMISSION to every Tuesday night at SWING46 with George Gee for the remainder of 2010 (7) Plenty of swingin's CDs to be raffled!and also an opportunity to view and sign Jeremy Sutton's memorial painting of Frankie Manning, which has traveled the world collecting messages (this is a special chance to leave your special recollections of the legendary Frankie Manning). More to be announced. Call for cover/minimum information.
WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 3rd
NYC: BENEFIT FOR DOCTORS WITHOUT BORDERS AT PARKSIDE LOUNGE
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
In lieu of the recent tragedy that has befallen the people of Haiti, Opera on Tap is responding to the desire expressed by so many to help in whatever way they can, so on Wednesday February 3rd at 8:00 pm, they will open up their usual residency performance at THE PARKSIDE LOUNGE (317 West Houston Street, NYC - 212-673-6270 - http://www.parksidelounge.net/ ) to their musical friends from all musical-entertainment walks of life in the hopes of raising a substantial amount of money for Doctors Without Borders' projects in Haiti. Performers/bands include: Christopher Berg, Anna Copa Cabanna, The Debutante Hour, Lucretia Fleury, David Gordon, Tim Hill, Alissa Hunnicutt, Dan Jeselsohn, Giacomo La Vita, Jeannair La Vita, Jesse Lewis, Sara Lewis, Mitch Marcus, the Nat and Kat Duo, Solveig Olsen, Blueman Group musical director Todd Perlmutter, Alicia Jo Rabins, Naren Rauch, Anne Ricci, Kamala Sankaram, Super Hi Fi, Kara Suzanne, Alyssa Symon, Melissa Tong, Amanda White and Emily Zuzik. The Parkside Lounge will include drink specials and door prizes with price of admission. In addition, if you bring in an old cellphone to donate to Recellular (http://www.recellular.com/), the bar will buy you a free beer. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: WEDNESDAY NIGHT AT THE IGUANA WITH LORGE & SKIPPER
Dana Lorge and Richard Skipper are hosting "Wednesday Night at the Iguana" at 8:00 pm at IGUANA'S VIP LOUNGE (240 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-765-5454 - http://www.iguananyc.com/ ). Each week this comedy and musical variety show will feature special guest stars. On February 3rd, special guests include: Michael Austin, Lucia Mozzola, Jane Scheckter, George Stella and Jane Stuart. Other entertainers that show up will be inserted throughout the show as time permits. Barry Levitt on keyboard & Saadi Zain on bass. There is a $12 cover, no minimum.
THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 4th
NYC: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN'S "SPECIAL KAYE" EXTENDED IN 2010
MEMBER DISCOUNT $5 OFF THE COVER
2010 NY NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER (Outstanding Cabaret Comedy Or Characterization) Gretchen Reinhagen brings "Special Kaye: A Tribute to the Incomparable Kaye Ballard", back to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for one more show in 2010 on Thursday, February 4th at 7::30 pm. The New York run follows the successful opening night premiere at the Annenberg Theater in Palm Springs, California on November 13th and three additional shows in December at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM. Ms. Ballard, a long time resident the desert community Rancho Mirage, near Palm Springs, gave her consent to Gretchen for this project and was in attendance. A friend shared by both is well known New York voice teacher Judith Farris, whose student roster has included both Ms. Reinhagen and Ms. Ballard. "Special Kaye" is directed by Barry Kleinbort, who has also written special material and directed cabaret performances for Ms. Ballard including "Kaye Ballard...Working 42nd Street at Last" at the Kaufman Theater in New York. Musical Director for the show is David Gaines. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 5th
NYC: METROJAM OPEN MIC: JENNA ESPOSITO & SPECIAL GUEST
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, February 5th at 10:00 pm featuring host, Jenna Esposito. Accompaniment is provided by the MetroJam house band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums. Jenna's special guest headliner this month is TBA. Open-mic performers have a chance to perform with a full jazz band. Guest vocalists from the worlds of cabaret and jazz are always on hand to take a turn at the microphone. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 6th
NYC: MARY DIMINO AND COMPANY AT DON'T TELL MAMA
The indisputably hilarious winner of the Gracie Allen Award, Mary Dimino and Company, will be appearing at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Saturday, February 6th at 7:00 pm. Joining Mary, will be by an amazing team of young comedians. Mary is a familiar face on television, appearing in award-winning, national commercials for Nicorette Gum and Dunkin' Donuts. As an actress, Mary played Polly on "New York Undercover." She also appeared on HBO's The Chris Rock Show, The Independent Film Channel, American Movie Classics and the PBS movie "Fat." The musical opening act for the show will jazz singer Carmen Amoros who formerly sang with a Grammy Award winning group, the BT Choir, and Ira Allen, her pianist. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: SONGS FOR HAITI: A BENEFIT FOR HAITI EARTHQUAKE RELIEF
A special benefit for Doctors Without Borders will be held on Saturday, February 6th at 4:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ). Performers scheduled to take part (so far) are Baby Jane Dexter, Tony Desare, Mary Foster Conklin, Hilary Kole, Terese Genecco, The Loren Schoenberg Band, Pamela Luss, Sarah Rice, Jon Weber, Shaynee Rainbolt, Bill Zeffiro, Saadi Zain and Karen Oberlin. Those not able to attend are invited to make a donation at http://www.firstgiving.com/songsforhaiti . There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 7th - (SUPER BOWL SUNDAY)
NYC: TAYLOR MADE: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
Maureen Taylor brings back her acclaimed new show TAYLOR MADE: BOB MERRILL to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for more performance in 2010: On Sunday, February 7th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, February 13th at 5:00 pm. TAYLOR MADE celebrates the "extraordinary" Bob Merrill who wrote songs from "How Much Is That Doggie In the Window" to "People". Bob Merrill's vast amount of work spans the simple to the sublime, with numerous chart hits, novelty songs, a Tony Award, and Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. The show is directed by MAC Award winner Peter Napolitano, with musical direction by Matt Castle, and accompanied by Joe Brent on guitar, mandolin and violin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: MORGAN IS ROAMING WITH A HUNGRY HEART
A performer with just one name, "Morgan" will perform at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Sundays, February 7th & 14th at 5:00 pm. Songs in the show will be about roaming in body and spirit and destinations far away, or right at home created by Johnny Mercer and Harold Arlen, Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, and many others! Rick Jensen serves as Musical Director, Lina Koutrakos directs. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
We only include listings in this issue for shows not listed in previous newsletters (except for advertisers, special festival events, etc.). For a listing of all future events, see the DIARY/DATEBOOK on the website at http://www.svhamstra.com.com/CabaretDiary.shtml
IS YOUR EVENT NOT LISTED? SEND ME A PRESS RELEASE
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - FEBRUARY 8th THROUGH 14th
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF NIGHTLIFE EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE DIARY/DATEBOOK AT
http://www.svhamstra.com.com/CabaretDiary.shtml
MONDAY - FEBRUARY 8th
S.F.: REAF PRESENTS: ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE 2
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation (REAF - http://www.richmondermet.org/ ) presents ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE 2: A Help Is On The Way All-Star Valentine Benefit Concert on Monday, February 8th at 7:30 pm at MARINES MEMORIAL THEATRE (609 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA - TKTS: 415-273-1620 - http://www.helpisontheway.org/ ). This all-star Valentine-themed benefit concert features stage & screen stars including Susan Anton, David Burnham, Tim Hockenberry, Leslie Jordan, Nick Lazzarini, La Toya London, Maureen McGovern, Rita Moreno, Maria Muldaur, Kim Nalley, Carly Ozard, Jeanie Tracy, Teal Wicks and others to be announced. The show is directed by David Galligan with Musical Directors: Bill Keck and Richard Berent. Producers are Joe Seiler & Ken Henderson. As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change without notice. Beneficiaries of this year's concert are STOP AIDS Project and Aguilas. The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation was founded in 1995 by Barbara Richmond & Peggy Ermet in memory of their sons, John Richmond & Doug Ermet, who both lost their lives to AIDS. Tickets range from $45 to $125 & up.
TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 9th
NYC: SETH'S TALENT SHOWCASE AT DON'T TELL MAMA
Songwriter/director/musical director Seth Bisen-Hersh will present his next Talent Showcase at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Tuesday, February 9th at 7:00 pm. Performers include Alexander Gonzales, Stew Frimer, Andrea Pinyan and Deborah Zecher. Seth serves as the Emceeing Accompanist. The show has a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
FLA: JOHNNY RODGERS FOR TWO WEEKS AT THE ROYAL ROOM
Fresh from the Broadway smash hit Liza's at the Palace, in which he backed-up Liza Minnelli, 2010 NY NIGHTLIFE AWARD WINNER Johnny Rodgers is returning to the THE ROYAL ROOM at THE COLONY HOTEL (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - http://www.thecolonypalmbeach.com/ ), Tuesdays through Fridays, February 9th through 20th. The Miami-born Johnny Rodgers is an award winning singer-songwriter who has shared the stage with such diverse luminaries as Paul McCartney, Michael Feinstein, Ann Hampton Callaway and Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, The Bottom Line, Birdland and The Metropolitan Room. In 2008, Rodgers won the ASCAP Foundation's Songwriter's Hall of Fame Award, the 15th Annual Billboard World Song Contest, the MAC Award and the Bistro Award. There is a dinner show package: Tuesday through Thursday, $90 and Friday & Saturday is $110. Show-only cover is $60 for all performances.
THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 11th
NYC: ERICA WATSON EXPLORES SOCIETY'S OBSESSION WITH WEIGHT
Plus-sized performer Erica Watson explores society's obsession with weight, race and class and how black women's bodies have always been subjected to both admiration and ridicule at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Thursdays, February 11th, 18th & 25th at 7:00 pm. Drawing upon iconic images including "Mammy" and "Hottentot Venus," Watson illustrates how media images have impacted her self-esteem as she touches on PETA's "Save the Whales" campaign aimed at overweight women, the "war on obesity," and the controversy surrounding President Obama's nomination of a plus-sized black woman for Surgeon General. The show is a funny, provocative glimpse at the American "fat and sassy" black woman stereotype. There is a $30 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Reservations at http://www.spincyclenyc.com or 212-352-3101.
FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 12th
NYC: IN CONCERT WITH TONY GEORGE
Performance artist Tony George will present a night of some unforgettable music on Friday, February 12th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ). The show will take you on a journey through laughter, love, joy, and reflection...with a flair of gay. Tony's new sounds and original tunes include a mix of pop, gospel and other instrumental styles. Featured guests include Broadway sensation Chris Dilley, Will Pailen and Ms. Carllie Jaxen. There is a 15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
S.A.: MATT HURTER AT VILLA PASCAL
VILLA PASCAL (28 Van Der Westhuizen Street. Durbanville, Capetown, SA - Tel: 021-9752566 - www.villapascal.co.za ) presents Matt Hurter's show "Keep it Country" on Friday, February 12th at 7:00 pm. This Country music icon show features popular sing-a-long cowboy favorites of Roger Whittaker, Don Williams, Brook Benton, Jim Reeves and Kris Kristofferson and Matt's own hit songs. Call for cover/minimum information.
SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 13th
NYC: NICOLE HENRY RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Nicole Henry gives a fresh feeling to standards and connects intimately with her fans with her personal and funny stories in her show, which returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Saturday, February 13th at 9:45 pm. Although she rarely performs in New York City, she clearly has a passionate following in the city judging by the quickly sold-out room for her May debut. In the U.S., Nicole has been featured at Lincoln Center; the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis; Manchester Craftsmen's Guild in Pittsburgh; and in her hometown Miami, at Jazziz Bistro and Arturo Sandoval's. She has shared the stage with Isaac Hayes, Jennifer Holiday, Nicholas Payton, Joan Osborne, Roberta Flack and has performed with Kenny Werner and Tom Scott to name a few. There os a $30 cover plus a 2 drink minimum.
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NYC: TAYLOR MADE: THE SONGS OF BOB MERRILL
MEMBER DISCOUNT: $5 OFF THE COVER
Maureen Taylor brings back her acclaimed new show TAYLOR MADE: BOB MERRILL to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for more performance in 2010: On Sunday, February 7th at 7:00 pm and Saturday, February 13th at 5:00 pm. TAYLOR MADE celebrates the "extraordinary" Bob Merrill who wrote songs from "How Much Is That Doggie In the Window" to "People". Bob Merrill's vast amount of work spans the simple to the sublime, with numerous chart hits, novelty songs, a Tony Award, and Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. The show is directed by MAC Award winner Peter Napolitano, with musical direction by Matt Castle, and accompanied by Joe Brent on guitar, mandolin and violin. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY - FEBRUARY 14th - VALENTINE'S DAY
M.W.AREA: CABARET IN WILMETTE WITH PAMELA SUE FOX
Pamela Sue Fox returns with her show "Can't Help Lovin' That Man of Mine!" on Valentine's Day, Sunday, February 14th at 5:00 pm at the AUDITORIUM OF THE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER (3000 Glenview Road, Wilmette, IL - 312-458-0850 - http://www.wilmettepark.org/performing-arts/ ). Special guests include Ty Perry with music direction by Peter Storms. Tickets are $12.
M.W.AREA: VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL AT THE BIG SHOT
BIG SHOT PIANO LOUNGE AND RESTAURANT (2 South Vail Street, Arlington Heights, IL - 847-670-6890 - http://www.bigshotpianolounge.com/ ) will host a special Valentine's Day Cabaret show entitled, "Love Makes The World Go Around" on Sunday, February 14th at 6:00 & 8:30 pm. Legendary performers Wayne Richards and Sami Scot will blend two voices and two pianos in this 90 minute showcase celebrating romance. The performance is combined with a special Valentine's Day dinner package. Call for cover/minimum information.
We only include listings in this issue for shows not listed in previous newsletters (except for advertisers, special festival events, etc.). For a listing of all future events, see the DIARY/DATEBOOK on the website at http://www.svhamstra.com.com/CabaretDiary.shtml
IS YOUR EVENT NOT LISTED? SEND ME A PRESS RELEASE
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - FEBRUARY 15th THROUGH 21st
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MONDAY - FEBRUARY 15th - PRESIDENTS DAY (U.S.A.)
NYC: DARREN WILLIAMS SINGS THE PETER ALLEN SONGBOOK
Direct from a tour of Japan, and engagements in his home country of Australia, Darren Willams returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Monday, February 15th at 7:00 pm and Wednesday, February 17th at 7:30 pm with his acclaimed show celebrating the life and music of the man who inspired the musical THE BOY FROM OZ, Peter Allen. His show, "Not The Boy Next Door The Peter Allen Songbook" features songs from Arthur's Theme to I Honestly Love You, Don't Cry Out Loud to I Go To Rio. Dennis Buck will be musical director. Darren explores the songbook of fellow Aussie entertainer Allen, but very much in his own award winning style. He has been honored with the Peter Allen Australian Variety Entertainer of the Year Award and named Best Male Vocalist by his peers at the prestigious MO Awards - Australia's top honors for excellence in live entertainment. To date, he has received five MO Awards and two ACE Awards (Australian Club Entertainment Awards) for Outstanding Male Vocal Performer. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: NATALIE WEISS IN "OFFLINE" AT BIRDLAND
Jim Caruso's Cast Party presents Natalie Weiss in her second concert appearance within a month at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/ ) on Monday, February 15th at 7:00 pm, by popular demand. This concert is part of the long-running Broadway at Birdland concert series. The concert will feature many of Natalie's Youtube hits, classic pop tunes, vocal impersonations, and songs written and accompanied by her favorite contemporary composers. Avenue Q's Mark Hartman will lead the five-piece band and Titus Burgess will direct. Natalie has performed at venues all over New York City including Birdland, the Duplex, and the Laurie Beechman Theatre. Regional appearances include the Kennedy Center, Pittsburgh CLO, and North Shore Music Theatre. Natalie can be heard on the recordings of Scott Alan's "Keys," Goldrich and Heisler's "Dear Edwina," and on the BMI songbook podcast. Other collaborators include Jason Robert Brown, Andrew Lippa, John Bucchino, Jeff Blumenkrantz, Jonathan Reid Gealt, Adam Gwon, Katie Thompson, Bobby Cronin, Paul Fujimoto, Jeremy Schonfeld, Benj Pasek & Justin Paul, Michael Kooman & Chris Dimond, and Jeff Thomson & Jordan Mann. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 16th
NYC: CAROLINE FERENCZI IN ENJOYS BEING A GIRL ...SINGER
Caroline Ferenczi brings her show "I Enjoy Being A Girl...Singer" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Tuesdays, February 16th & 23rd at 7:00 pm. The show will feature many familiar standards, pop and jazz numbers, including "Strangers In The Night," "Downtown," "Everybody Loves a Lover," and "I Enjoy Being A Girl." Ms. Ferenczi's show is directed by Gerry Geddes, musical director/pianist Frank Ponzio, and vocal coach is Parker Scott. Fans will know Ms. Ferenczi from her previous one-woman show, "The Many Faces of Love" and engagements at both Don't Tell Mama's and The Duplex. Movie and TV audiences may also recognize her from appearances in "It's Complicated," "Nurse Jackie" and "The Good Wife," among others. There is a $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: ROBIN MCKELLE ONE NIGHT ONLY AT BIRDLAND
Jazz vocalist Robin McKelle performs for one night only, on Tuesday, February 16th at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/ ) with sets at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. Robin's fresh approach to the vintage sound of the American Songbook has sparked audiences around the world. With a voice often compared to Ella Fitzgerald, Robin draws as much inspiration from the 1940s jazz-singer sound as she does from Big Band Jazz of the '50s and '60s, and modern pop music. Her latest album, "Modern Antique," is an impressive and swinging follow up to her 2006 debut, "Introducing Robin McKelle," demonstrating her artistic growth and establishing her stylistic identity. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 17th
NYC: JOHN KOPROWSKI WITH MUSIC FROM THE CLASSIC ROCK ERA
John Koprowski sings songs from the Classic Rock era (1970s and 1980s) at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Wednesday, February 17th at 7:00 pm. Songs include favorites by Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon, Jim Croce, Boston, Harry Chapin, Guns'n Roses, the Eagles and others. Musical Direction by Tracy Stark with a five piece band (piano, guitar, electric bass, drums and violin). There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: LOOKOUT FARM 35TH ANNIVERSARY AT BIRDLAND
The 1974 septet release entitled "Lookout Farm" will have a 35th Anniversary performance at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/ ), Wednesday through Saturday February 17th through 20th with sets at 8:30 & 11:00 pm. The recording distinguished saxophonist Dave Liebman as a rising bandleader and top-notch improviser. Along with Liebman, the collective featured Richie Beirach on piano, John Abercrombie on guitar, East Indian percussionists Badal Roy and Armen Halburian, drummer Jeff Williams, and upright bassist Frank Tusa. With this all-star lineup and the production values of ECM's award-winning Manfred Eicher, Lookout Farm gained iconic status in modern jazz as it pushed the limits of how far a group could go artistically while still maintaining a definitive identity. For this special four-day run, Liebman reunites with original members Beirach and Williams, and calls upon bassist Ron McClure to mark the 35th anniversary of this one of a kind ensemble and recording. There is a $30 cover plus a $10 food drink minimum.
M.W.AREA: ROBERT BREIG FEELS LIKE HOME IN ST. LOUIS
Robert Breig makes his solo cabaret debut with "Feels Like Home," at KRANZBERG ART CENTER STUDIO THEATRE (501 North Grand Street, St. Louis, MO - 314-795-8778) on Wednesday & Thursday, February 17th &18th at 8:00 pm. He will be featuring songs by Burt Bacharach, The Carpenters, and Kenny Loggins. In this show, Robert goes after a warm hearth and mulled wine on a cold winter night, with everyone gathered 'round for a night of contemporary song and story. Carol Schmidt serves as Music Director. Robert has been seen with Olympus Theatre productions of Outcalls Only and sold out cabaret shows at SPOT. He has performed with the West End Players Guild, St. Louis Symphony Chorus, and the Gateway Men's Chorus. He has been fortunate to perform on stage with Ann Hampton-Callaway, Armistead Maupin, Christine Brewer, Jeanne Trevor, and Denise Thimes. He has studied and performed under the direction of Lina Koutrakos, Rick Jensen, Alex Rybeck, Jason Graae, Amanda McBroom, Robert Shaw, and Merry Keller. Call for cover/minimum information.
THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 18th
NYC: GAY MARSHALL'S PIAF RETURNS TO THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Gay Marshall will reprise her concert series, "PIAF: Queen of Heart", at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Thursdays, February 18th & 25th, and March 4th & 11th at 7:30 pm. The concert series is based on Marshall's CD, Gay Marshall Sings Piaf, La Vie l'Amour. The show is Marshall's original take on Piaf, not the traditional perception of her as a tragic icon. Instead, she presents a versatile powerhouse of heartwarming and heartbreaking emotion, full of personality and humor. She will be accompanied live by a five piece ensemble. The original arrangements by Marshall and Paul Bevan are a modern take on a classical theme. Marshall, who played Diana Morales in A Chorus Line on Broadway and created Grizabella in the French production of Cats, has lived and worked mainly in Europe since she fell in love with French photographer, Jean-Louis Blondeau (Man On Wire). There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 19th
NYC: MEG FLATHER WITH "HOME SHOPPING DIVA"
After thirteen years writing, recording and promoting her five original contemporary folk/rock albums, singer/songwriter Meg Flather returns to her Cabaret roots and DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Friday, February 19th at 9:15 pm. Her show, "Home Shopping Diva, songs of love, loss, & lipstick" is inspired by Flather's second career as a popular cosmetics salesperson on domestic and international home shopping TV channels. With her rocking band featuring Paul Greenwood, John Mettam and Jamie Rogers, Flather celebrates many of the great singers and songwriters who influenced her own compositions as well as her gift for delivering the comic song. Meg Flather, known to millions as one of home shopping television's most popular on-air personalities, she has appeared on QVC, Shop NBC, HSN, TVSN (Australia), and The Shopping Channel (Canada) as one of TV's most successful cosmetic salespersons. At the same time, she has enjoyed a life-long parallel career as a singer and songwriter. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: MICHAEL PESCE'S OLD FASHIONED PIANO PARTY RETURNS
Kef Theatrical Productions has announced the return of Michael Pesce's Old Fashioned Piano Party on Friday, February 19th at 8:00 pm and Sunday, February 21st at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ). Pesce's performing guests at the event include Moriah Angeline (Mamma Mia! Las Vegas), Matthew Gumley (Mary Poppins, upcoming Addams Family), Colin Israel (High School Musical), Zachary Prince (Jersey Boys nat'l tour), Rashidra Scott (Finian's Rainbow, Avenue Q) and Derrick Trumbly (Mamma Mia! Las Vegas). With accompaniment by Michael Harren, the evening of songs will be directed by kef's Artistic Director, Adam Fitzgerald. The Old Fashioned Piano Party is an evening of friends, family and song hosted and performed by Michael Pesce and featuring musical theater performers from Vegas to Broadway. Michael Pesce was most recently seen in New York City as a performer and the musical director for Kef's Artists Rising concert at Theater Row. Credits include: The Student Prince (Paper Mill), My Fair Lady (Paper Mill), The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber starring Petula Clark, (National Tour), The Wind in the Willows (Syracuse Stage), A Wrinkle in Time (Syracuse Stage), The Flood (Prospect), Corpus Christy (kef), A Christmas Carol (Personal Space Theatrics) and extensive regional credits including Guys & Dolls, Music Man, Joseph, Damn Yankees & Forever Plaid. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: PAMELA LUSS RECALLS THE 60S DECADE
After releasing four critically acclaimed albums on Savant/HighNote Records and headlining in nearly every major venue in New York, Pamela Luss makes her THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) debut in an all-new production on Friday, February 19th at 7:00 pm with her show "Swinging the '60s - From Rock to the Ratpack". She will put her personal stamp on this amazingly rich and diverse decade, ranging from the Beatles to Broadway to Brazil and from singer-songwriters to Sinatra. Ms. Luss's performance, commemorating the 50th anniversary of this decade and its unique musical history, will be introduced and discussed by the noted pop/jazz music scholar Will Friedwald. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 20th
M.W.AREA: BEVY OF STARS CELEBRATE 10TH YEAR CELEBRATION
Morris Live! in Association with Lampkin Music Group presents "10th Year Celebration - Thank You South Bend" marking the 10th anniversary of the restoration of the MORRIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (211 North Michigan Street, South Bend, IN - http://www.MorrisCenter.org/ ) on Saturday, February 20th at 7:00 pm. This special "Thank You South Bend" free show will feature talents from the many types of entertainment that have graced the stage of the Morris over it's history; from Classical to Broadway; Jazz to Celtic and R&B/Motown; with nationally known performing acts who live here in the Michiana region, such as Junior Walker & The All Star Band with Veteran All Star Band member Darryl Buchanan; Doni Hagen; Saxophonist Danny Lerman; Rebecca Wilson and the Maroon Jazz Choir; Violinist Thomas Huntington; Cellist Austin Huntington; Nikita Abrosimo; John Banes; Justin Williams,; South Bend Symphony Choir member Professor Tuck Langland; John Kennedy & Kennedy's Kitchen with Celtic Dance; and a special appearance by Chicago based jazz singer, Spider Saloff. Mayor Stephen Luecke will make a special appearance. Hosted by SUNNY 101.5 radio personality Tori James, former WSBT news anchor Mike Collins, St. Joseph County Treasurer Sean Coleman, and South Bend City Councilman David Varner. The show is produced and directed by Ralph Lampkin, Jr. The event is sponsored by CW25, Duley Press, MusicFactoryDirect.com, and Trios Restaurant & Jazz Club. Originally built in 1921, The Morris is listed in the National Register of Historic Places and completed a restoration and renovation process in 2000 with a completely new stage house and the interior restored to its original vaudeville splendor. The theater hosts a wide variety of concerts, national Broadway touring musicals, symphony, dance, comedians, and is home to the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and Broadway Theatre League. Tickets are free for the event and are available to be picked up at the Morris Box Office.
We only include listings in this issue for shows not listed in previous newsletters (except for advertisers, special festival events, etc.). For a listing of all future events, see the DIARY/DATEBOOK on the website at http://www.svhamstra.com.com/CabaretDiary.shtml
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - FEBRUARY 22nd AND BEYOND
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TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 23rd
NYC: RAVEN O SPENDS ONE NIGHT WITH YOU
Raven O will performs his one-man show, One Night With You - an autobiographical look at his life in story and song - at THE BLEEKER STREET THEATER (45 Bleecker Street, NYC - TKTS: http://www.telecharge.com/ ) on Tuesdays, February 23rd & March 2nd at 8:00 pm. Known worldwide for his starring role in Cirque Du Soleil's Zumanity, Raven O is a master at captivating audiences. On stage, he is the son of the devil one minute, a soul wrenching swan singer the next. His performances are fearless, provocative and often times off-the-wall. Already at the age of 7, Raven O knew his hometown of Oahu, Hawaii was too small for him. He had his sights on the Big Apple. At 18, he entered and won a dance contest with a first place prize being a roundtrip ticket to New York City. He later learned the organizers did not have enough money to cover a return trip. They offered Raven O a one-way ticket and he took it - never looking back. He soon became a fixture in the East Village club world. He sung in dark, seedy underground cabarets and burlesque theatre houses. His notoriety grew when he began touring with Sylvain Sylvain of The New York Dolls. Cirque Du Soleil was a major turning point for the performer. After being recommended by his best friend Joey Arias, the troupe invited Raven O to host their Zumanity show in Las Vegas. In 2007, after three long years in Las Vegas, Raven O returned to his love - New York City - to host Andre Balaz's 50th birthday party. Simon Hammerstein, grandson of Oscar Hammerstein, happened to be in the audience and after the show, he invited Raven O to mc his downtown theatre, The Box. Raven O is currently preparing to release his first musical cd this summer. He will preview the album this spring with a special pre-release of "Heaven", a cover of the classic Psychedelic Furs song. Tickets are $21.50 - group rates available.
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II
While we kept this issue as short as possible today, its "construction" took a lot longer than usual for two reasons: First, I broke my "never on Sunday" rule and went to see Kim Smith's MORPHIUM show at DON'T TELL MAMA last night - at a time when I am usually going over the items submitted and reworking them for use in the newsletter. And secondly, there was so much missing information in many of the articles sent in, it took me an extra hour or so tracking things down.
Most times, when an item presented for publication is submitted for publication and is missing more than two vital pieces of information, I toss it aside to be included (if it hasn't gone stale by then) in the next issue. But there were some such events that I simply wanted to include, so I had to spend a lot of time this morning "googling" for venue addresses, venue websites, missing cover charge information, etc. Now its already 12:15 and I have no more time for "HERE & THERE"!
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Save the date: Tuesday, March 2nd, at 7:00 pm - the 3rd Annual MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA! at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ). Tickets go on sale on the website Monday, February 1st.
MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
PROMOTION IS SPONSORED IN PART BY
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Jackie Fornatale. Marty Geiger, Chelsea's Desktop, Inc.
Jim Van Slyke, Geri Malino, Tennie Leonard
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