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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #120203 - Thursday, February 9, 2012
IN OUR 22nd YEAR OF PROMOTING THE ART & ARTISTS OF CABARET
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TODAY'S TOP STORY
CHI: CCP CELEBRATES MARCH IS CABARET MONTH WITH "BROADWAY ON THE TWO'S!"
FEATURED CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT
CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals) presents: "Broadway on the Two's! - The Great Story Songs from 1930-2010" at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830) on 4 Sundays in March, the 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th, all shows at 7:00 pm. Over 30 talented singers will perform America's favorite Broadway hits from years that end in "2". From songs that became staples in the Great American Song Book from 1932, 42 & 52, to the Broadway classics that brought us stars like Barbra Streisand in 1962. Then, the transition shows of 72 & 82 as we move into the grand spectacle musical that led to the technically advanced shows of 92 & 2002. Over four weekends, you can watch where Broadway started and where we are today, all through the years that end in "2".
March 4th: 1932, 1942 & 1952 - Pal Joey, Night and Day, Brother Can You Spare a Dime. Musical Director: George Howe. Director: Hilary Ann Feldman. Cast: Jamie Brady, Carla Gordon, KT McCammond, Dan Michael, Liz Norton, Melvin Thomas, Robert Whorton.
March 11th: 1962 - A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, I Can Get it for You Wholesale & Stop the World, I Want To Get Off. Musical Director: Nick Sula. Director: Scott Gryder. Cast: Kevin Bishop, Ira Carol, Dawn Harkins, Steve Kimbrough, Julia Merchant, Paul Motondo.
March 18th: 1972 & 1982 - Cats, Nine, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, Grease Musical. Director: Mark Burnell. Director: Marianne Murphy Orland. Cast: Mark Burnell, Cheri Coons, Michael Favreau, Kimberly Hilton, Elissa Newcorn, Leslie Newcorn, Marianne Murphy-Orland, Amy Orman.
March 25th: 1992 & 2002 - Falsettos, Hairspray, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Jelly's Last Jam. Musical Director: Dan Stetzel. Director: Jesse Pierce. Cast: Lili Anne Brown, Jeff Dean, Alma Mendoza, Kevin Wood, Melissa Young and several surprise guests!
TICKETS: $15 Cover with 2-drink minimum.
For more information, go to http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
MARCH IS CABARET MONTH PROMOTION & GALA UPDATE
TICKETS ON SALE NOW VIA E-MAIL
The 5th Annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA will be held on Wednesday, February 29th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC). This gala will mark the official start of MARCH IS CABARET MONTH (a day early).
Performers signed up so far for the gala are Suzanne Carrico & Booth Daniels, Bruce Clough, Carole Demas, Lucio & Megan Fernandez, Karen Mack & Michael Holland, Mark Nadler, Shaynee Rainbolt & Terese Genecco, Angela Shultz and Charles West. As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. Tickets for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE are $20 (VIP: $25) and non-members $30 (VIP: $35). For details on the event, plus cost & instructions on ordering tickets, CLICK HERE:
The CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
MARCH IS CABARET MONTH
GALA & PROMOTION
is sponsored in part by the following supporters of cabaret:
Marty Geiger
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Laura Ainsworth
Bob Diamond
Lucille Carr Kaffashan
Richard Eisenberg
Jim VanSlyke
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HERE & THERE PART 1 - THE LATEST NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF CABARET
I went way over my word limit in putting together today's issue and am designing a solution to this - see article in PART 2 of HERE & THERE. But I do have a few "news" items to include (I actually write this section last).
MAC ANNOUNCES SHOW HOST AND HONORARY AWARDEES FOR 2012
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) is proud to present THE 26TH ANNUAL MAC AWARDS: The Year Of The Songwriter at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144 - ) on Thursday March 29th at 7:30 pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm). Hosted by Jason Graae, the event will honor Ervin Drake & David Friedman for Lifetime Achievement. Board of Directors Awards will be presented to Francesca Blumenthal, John Bucchino and Julie Gold. Musical director will be Tracy Stark; stage manager is Amy Wolk. The show is directed by Lennie Watts. Produced by Julie Miller. For more information see http://www.macnyc.com/ .
ANOTHER REMINDER ABOUT "EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN"
I didn't receive a press release from David Kenney this week since his radio show EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN, broadcast over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet at http://www.wbai.org/ from 9:00 to 11:00 pm on Sundays because this Sunday's show was preempted by a fundraiser for the station. WBAI is a "listener supported" radio station - commercial free. Each program needs to help support the station, and that's the reason why every several weeks, EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN has a fund raiser - as they did last Sunday. And last Sunday, probably because of the SUPERBOWL, less than $1,000 was raised. It's not too late to send your support, though. If David's show (a blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary cabaret and celebrity interviews) is important to you, please go to David's website - http://www.oldisnew.org/ for instructions on sending in a donation. You can listen to past shows at any time by going to the WBAI Archives at http://www.archive.wbai.org/ . Now, more than ever, EOINA needs your support.
The CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE LISTINGS PAGES - have been updated to include all the VALENTINE'S DAY shows for which we have received press releases. If you have a show on February 14th and your show is not listed, please sent me a release immediately.
PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW SERIES RESUMES FOR 2010 IN FEBRUARY
SAVE THE DATE: SATURDAY, February 25th 2012 at 5:30 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788): CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE and Sue Matsuki Productions are proud to present "PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW". The show is hosted by Sue Matsuki, with Musical Director Barry Levitt. Starring Bruch Clough, Gary Crawford and Joanna Morton Gary. These are 3 INCREDIBLE talents that you need to meet and hear! Gary is known as one of the most supportive people in cabaret. Come show HIM some love and hear his amazing voice. Bruce and Joanna are both two singers that can sing blues, R&B, jazz and theater pieces with the best of them. Reservations can be made at the DON'T TELL MAMA website shortly. Read more about it on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE
IMPORTANT CABARET DATES FOR MARCH IS CABARET MONTH (UPDATED)
Here are some important events coming up that you should keep in mind to mark MARCH IS CABARET MONTH - and not just in NYC. We will be updating and repeating this list each issue:
WEDNESDAY, February 29th, 2012 - The 5th Annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA will be held on Wednesday, February 29th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC).
SATURDAYS, March 3rd & 10th at 7:00 & 9:00 pm - Pacific Northwest Cabaret Association is proud to present the 5th ANNUAL "MARCH IS CABARET MONTH" celebration at EGAN'S (1707 NW Market Street, Seattle, WA - 206-789-1621)
SUNDAYS, March 4th, 11th & 18th, 2012 - CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals) MARCH IS CABARET MONTH SERIES: BROADWAY ON THE 2's/1932/42/52 at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830)
THURSDAY, March 29th, 2012 - MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) presents the MAC AWARDS at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144).
FRIDAY through SUNDAY, March 30th through April 1st, 2012 - BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists - ) presents their Annual MARCH IS CABARET MONTH CABARET FEST at SPRINGSTEP (98 George P. Hassett Drive, Medford, MA)
MORE TO BE ADDED AS WE RECEIVE WORD
More HERE & THERE items appear at the bottom of the listing sections.
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE SUPERSIZE BANNER SALE: 2 FOR 1!
Normally a SUPERSIZE BANNER on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website would cost $50 per week but right now, through Saturday, February 25th, we are offering two weeks of banner display for the cost of one! $50 for the first 2 weeks and additional continuous weeks at $25 per week (no other discounts apply, must be paid in full using PAYPAL before banner can start, price does not include design of banner). Limited to 15 banners per week. Run must end by Saturday, February 25th, 2012. To see all the details, restrictions and rules CLICK HERE
HOME PAGE SIDE-BAR AD PRICE/DISPLAY CHANGES FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH
SPECIAL RATE TO ADVERTISE YOUR CD! Now you can advertise your CD at the CDs FOR THE HOLIDAYS special price we promoted in November & December: $15 per week instead of $30 per week, 2 week minimum. Limited to 10 ads or equivalent per week. Advertised CDs will be mentioned in every MONDAY issue of the newsletter.
The OUT OF TOWN HOME PAGE side-bar ADS are also just $15 per week, 2 week minimum (you can order a double-size ad for $30 per week). Ad must promote an event outside the NYC area. Limited to total of 5 ads or equivalent per week. Advertised events in this section will be mentioned in every issue of the newsletter.
All side-bar ads must be paid in advance via PayPal. No membership/PayPal discounts.
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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE REVIEW UPDATES
SUE'S VIEWS, REVIEWS & NEWS EXCLUSIVELY ON CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Sue Matsuki is back in town after nearly a month in Spain - and she's already "out and about" attending cabaret shows and events. A new "Sue's Views, Reviews & News" column was received overnight, and as soon as today's newsletter goes out, I will get to work coding and formatting it for posting on the website. In this week's column Sue covers the topic of "Collaboration". She also recommends a few shows coming up in the next few weeks, and has some great news about several cabaret events she and MATSUKI PRODUCTIONS are presenting in NYC and Connecticut. Sue Matsuki's "Sue's Views, News & Reviews" are posted exclusively on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE -
CRITIC-AT-LARGE MONA FINSTON ON CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
Critic-at-Large Mona Finston now has her own section of the website and sends us reviews of shows she has seen, but on a less regular basis than Sue. A new column was received Monday morning in which she reviews HOLE-O-MATIC, the long-running, award winning show presented and performed by the talented duo of Karen Mack and Michael Holland. Mona's CRITIC AT LARGE reviews appear exclusively on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE WEBSITE -
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE EVENTS & CD RELEASE LISTINGS
ADVERTISED ON CABARETHOTLINEONLINE.COM
So, below are the listing sections in the new CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE NEWSLETTER format. The advertisers and members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE make the regular publication of these newsletters and the continuation of the website possible. Please look over the listings and be sure to support our advertisers.
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CD RELEASE LISTINGS SECTION
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LAURA AINSWORTH RELEASES NEW CD: "KEEP IT TO YOURSELF"
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Texas based Laura Ainsworth's debut album just released, "Keep It To Yourself," produced and arranged by jazz piano genius Brian Piper, and featuring the Brian Piper Trio (John Adams on bass, Mike Drake on drums), spotlights Laura's nearly three-octave voice. She is surrounded by some of the greatest jazz musicians in Texas in a delightful genre and era-skipping collection of songs from the 1920s to today, from ballads to swing and from standards to obscure gems. "Keep It To Yourself" is now available at http://www.CDBaby.com/ , iTunes and other download sites. Go to http://www.LauraAinsworth.com/ here for information, sample tracks and to buy the CD.
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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CABARET WORKSHOP/COACHING SECTION
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INTERNATIONAL CABARET CONFERENCE AT YALE DATES ANNOUNCED
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Director/Artistic Director Erv Raible, takes pride in announcing the Ninth Annual International Cabaret Conference at Yale University which will be held July 27th through August 5th, 2012. Auditions for the conference have previously been held in: Atlanta, Amsterdam, Boston, Chicago, Jerusalem, London UK, Los Angeles, Minneapolis-St. Paul, New Orleans, New York, Seattle, Toronto, and Washington DC. The International Cabaret Conference At Yale University is an intensive nine-day teaching program in the art of cabaret performance and trains professionals for the live entertainment industry. See the website for information on when and where auditions will be held in your area. To schedule an audition or for additional information please call 212-629-2000 or contact by email using the form on the website.
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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CABARET EVENT LISTINGS SECTION
All events running ads on the website will be included in these CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE NEWSLETTER listings as long as ad is running. All appropriate cabaret events for which we have received a complete press release will be added daily to the CABARET EVENTS LISTINGS pages on the website - JUST CLICK HERE
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TUESDAY FEBRUARY 3rd AND BEYOND
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF NIGHTLIFE EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE CABARET EVENT LISTINGS
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10th and MONDAY, MARCH 12th
NYC: SANDY BAINUM: SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT
Songstress Sandy Bainum returns to New York with her new show "Something to Sing About" on Friday, February 10th and Monday, March 12th, at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788), both shows at 7:00 pm. The eclectic collection brilliantly weaves together the melodies of many decades and musical genres and features tunes by Carly Simon, Ann Hampton Callaway, Stephen Sondheim, Dave Brubeck, Fiona Apple, Marcy Heisler, Zina Goldrich and many others. Joining Sandy is her award-winning musical director, Lanny Meyers. Bruce Kimmel directs. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. NOTE: No cover for members of MAC for the shows in February.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12th; MONDAY, MARCH 5th; WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18th
NYC: JANICE HALL IN NEW SHOW AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
Janice Hall, internationally renowned opera singer and 2011 Bistro Award winner, is presenting her new show, I'd Rather Be Doing This ..., at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for three performances, Sunday, February 12th at 4:00 pm; Monday, March 5th at 7:00 pm; and Wednesday, April 18th at 9:30 pm. In I'd Rather Be Doing This ... , Janice takes the audience on a tour of her favorite things, places, and composers, presenting fresh and imaginative renditions of songs that range from the sophistication of Cole Porter and Cy Coleman to the raw emotion of Piaf's "L'Accordeoniste" and the taut drama of Kurt Weill. In addition, Janice premieres the deliciously risque title song written especially for her by her musical director, Matthew Martin Ward, with lyrics by her director, Peter Napolitano. The show also features Tony Romano on guitar. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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L.A.: BRAD ELLIS & FRIENDS: FROM OFF-BROADWAY TO "GLEE"
FEATURED CABARET BENEFIT EVENT
Brad Ellis, the piano man from the hit television series "Glee", sings and plays, along with an extraordinary lineup of some of the finest performers from the cabaret and musical theatre world at CATALINA JAZZ CLUB (6725 West Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-2210) on Sunday, February 12th at 1:00 pm. All proceeds from this event will benefit Summit View School's Drama Program. Gary Cole hosts, with Nate Light on Bass and Denise Fraser on Drums. The event is produced by Dianne Fraser and Clifford Bell. Brad Ellis, long regarded as one of the most respected and sought after arranger/musical directors in the Broadway community, is enjoying a newfound fame as the on-camera pianist on the hit television series "Glee". Summit View School (http://www.summitview.org/ ) is dedicated to educating young people with learning differences who possess average to superior intellectual capabilities. Ticket price of $50 includes brunch/lunch buffet (tax and gratuity included); full no-host bar also available.
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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20th
CHRISTINA BIANCO DEBUTS NEW SHOW AT BIRDLAND
Drama Desk-nominated actress and acclaimed cabaret performer Christina Bianco will perform "Diva Moments: Songs That Made Divas Out Of The Women Who Sang Them!" at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080) on Monday, February 20th at 7:00 pm. Praised for her work in Forbidden Broadway and Newsical The Musical, Bianco's versatile vocals and celebrity impressions entertain and connect with audiences of all ages. Song selections range from Broadway classics to well-known standards and popular hits, including: Somewhere Over The Rainbow, What Did I Have That I Don't Have, River Deep Mountain High, Bewitched Bothered & Bewildered, Last Dance and a few Forbidden Broadway gems! Musical direction by Fred Barton. There is a $25 cover plus a $10 food/drink minimum.
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21st through 25th
NYC: FEINSTEIN'S PRESENTS ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT & LA TANYA HALL
FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095) presents the debut joint engagement of award-winning director and vocalist Eric Michael Gillett and acclaimed jazz singer La Tanya Hall Tuesday through Saturday, February 21st through 25th at 8:00 pm, with added late shows at 10:30 pm on Friday & Saturday. Their new show "Nothing To Lose But Your Heart" will celebrate the work of the Tony Award winning and Oscar nominated team of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. The evening will include selections from their Broadway musicals Ragtime, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Lucky Stiff, Seussical and more. Gillett and Hall will bring their unique stamp to a wildly diverse catalogue of music by two of the theater's most popular contemporary songwriters. There is a $40-$60-$75 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
SPECIAL OFFER FROM ERIC MICHAEL GILLETT: Anyone who buys a ticket to see Nothing To Lose But Your Heart at FEINSTEIN'S will receive a comp ticket to Eric's upcoming Sondheim show at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, playing in April and May.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25th
NYC: SUSAN HODGDON SINGS "ON THE BUMPY ROAD TO LOVE"
Susan Hodgdon reprises her show "On The Bumpy Road To Love" to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) for one show only on Saturday, February 25th at 3:00 pm. Musical Director is Barry Levitt and the show is directed by Peter Napolitano. This show celebrates Susan's return to cabaret after a hiatus of three years, and tells of Susan's heartfelt journey, "On The Bumpy Road to Love". There is a $5 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: NEW SHOWCASE SERIES - "PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW"
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $5 OFF THE COVER
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in collaboration with Sue Matsuki Productions is proud to announce the first in the second series of monthly concerts called PEOPLE YOU SHOULD KNOW at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturday, February 25th at 5:30 pm. These shows are intended to introduce newcomers and lesser known performers and songwriters to a greater audience. The February 25th show is hosted by Sue Matsuki and features Bruch Clough, Gary Crawford and Joanna Morton Gary. These shows tend to sell out so please make reservations via the DON'T TELL MAMA website or by phone (after 4:00 pm). There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no credit cards). $10 cover for member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26th
NYC: SIGALI HAMBERGER WITH A TOAST TO AVA GARDNER
Sigali Hamberger returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sunday, February 26th at 4:00 pm with an encore performance of A TOAST TO AVA GARDNER. Inspired by the life of one of the 20thcentury's most alluring screen goddesses, and drawing heavily from the American songbook, the set for this performance extends far beyond the music from Ava's films, and reflects on her life as a femme fatale both on and off the screen. Accompanying Sigali on the piano is acclaimed Juilliard-trained pianist and composer, Ido Alexander, who also serves as the show's Musical Director & Arranger. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 26th & MARCH 4th
NYC: LONDON'S MICHAEL OMER MAKES HIS NEW YORK DEBUT
Composer/ singer/ songwriter Michael Omer will be making his New York cabaret debut at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) on Sundays, February 26th and March 4th, both shows at 7:00 pm. Michael Omer is a former regular at London's legendary Pizza on the Park and currently at The Pheasantry in Chelsea. A brilliant pianist, he evokes many musical moods: his original "Making (Royal) Whoopee" (new lyrics about the Royal Wedding); the noir-ish, moody "The Not American Beauty"; to jaunty musical monologues "I Don't Remember Names", his lament at a party. Other song titles include "Mr McGee," a specialty number about a topic familiar to many New Yorkers; "Sexy Samba (Decaffinato)" and Dave Frishberg's jazzy "Blizzard of Lies". There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 29th
NYC: MARCH IS CABARET MONTH PROMOTION & GALA
MARCH IS CABARET MONTH FUND RAISING EVENT
The 5th Annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MARCH IS CABARET MONTH GALA will be held on Wednesday, February 29th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC). The "official" MARCH IS CABARET MONTH promotion efforts began Sunday (January 1st, 2012) and this gala will mark the official start of MARCH IS CABARET MONTH (a day early). Performers signed up so far are Suzanne Carrico & Booth Daniels, Bruce Clough, Carole Demas, Karen Mack & Michael Holland, Mark Nadler, Shaynee Rainbolt & Terese Genecco, Angela Shultz and Charles West. One or two additional performers and the musical director will be announced in shortly. As with all live entertainment events, cast subject to change without notice. For more information and to order tickets, CLICK HERE
SUNDAY, MARCH 4th & FRIDAY, MARCH 9th
NYC: JACKIE WILL HAVE YOU SEEING STARS AT THE BEECHMAN
MEMBER DISCOUNT - $3 OFF THE COVER
Jackie Draper returns to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, March 4th at 4:00 pm and Friday, March 9th at 7:00 pm with her new show, "Seeing Stars". The show is a musical and philosophical blast through a celestial universe of sparkling songs in English, French, and Spanish. Luminary composers/lyricists include Aznavour, Becaud, the Bergmans, Bricusse, Coleman, Comden & Green, Dorough, Ellington, Landesman, Legrand, Mandel, Sondheim. Jackie soars once again with the support of her stellar team: Director Helen Baldassare; Music Director Gregory Toroian at the piano; Ritt Henn on bass; Robbyn Tongue on woodwinds; and special guest Franklin Ayala on percussion (and with toes twinkling). There is an $18 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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HERE & THERE PART 2 - PICKS, COMMENTS, THOUGHTS & TRIVIA
I had an item already written for this section, but we went a bit long today so I am saving it for Saturday's MEMBERS ONLY ISSUE - and hopefully have space next week to include it in a regular issue. Quite coincidentally, the item as about "editing"!
The article I had already written for Saturday's issue about my own personal "10 Pet Peeves" (taking a cue from Sue Matsuki's columns) will also be in the MEMBERS ONLY issue this week. It's not too late to join as a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE and receive these MEMBERS ONLY issues as a bonus. Memberships (which expire on July 5th, 2012) cost as low as $10 - and include a membership card that entitles you to hundreds of dollars of show discounts a year - and supports the continuation of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. Currently we have nearly 350 supporting members at all levels.
My "PICK'S" section (below) has undergone another change. Instead of trying to list as many shows as possible, I have picked just a few special ones to point out. These listings are NOT the only great shows in the next few days, but shows that stand out from the pack - in my opinion.
SOME OF "STU'S CABARET PICKS" FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS
These are shows I would love to go to if I had the time, the money and lived in the performance city (and ones that have sent me press releases for the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website). It is by no means "definitive" so don't overlook other great shows listed for these dates on the website - CLICK HERE.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10th:
DON'T MISS THIS ONE: Songstress Sandy Bainum returns to the New York cabaret stage to debut her newest show entitled "Sandy Bainum: Something to Sing About" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) at 7:00 pm. The performance is a celebration of positivity, featuring songs that are engaging, entertaining, and ultimately uplifting. The brilliance of her vocals are matched by her stunning beauty and witty patter.
I saw this show last Friday and it is a real gem - with direction by Bruce Kimmel and amazing arrangements by Lanny Meyers. Ms. Bainum (along with her most talented team) has created one of the finest cabaret shows ever presented, and it should not be missed!
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11th:
Karen Mack & Michael Holland return with their very popular award-winning "Gashole Hole-O-Matic 2011" All Request Show to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788) on Saturdays, February 11th, 18th & 25th at 8:00 pm. This is the show where the audience gets to pick the song list from hundreds available. Also featured are more road stories, ridiculous prizes, more mash-ups, more prizes, lots more new music, more insanity and custom cocktails.
There is a terrific review of this show, written by CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE's Critic a Large, Mona Finston, on the website - CLICK HERE
OUT OF TOWN PICK: After a sell-out premiere in January Samora Squid & Bridget Bridge, Circus Horrificus, return to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC, AUS - 03 96902000) on Friday & Saturday, January 10th & 11th at 7:00 pm. In the mountains of Tasmania, lurks one of the world's most truly idiotic clown troupes, Circus Horrificus. Squid & Bridge are renowned for their extreme slapstick & stunt-based physical-comedy skits that truly test the durability of this unique pair of twits' bodies.
THIS TYPE OF SHOW IS WHY I MIGHT RETIRE TO MELBOURNE (if I ever do retire)!
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12th:
Janice Hall, internationally renowned opera singer and 2011 Bistro Award winner, is presenting her new show, "I'd Rather Be Doing This ...", at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440) for three performances, Sunday, February 12th at 4:00 pm; Monday, March 5th at 7:00 pm; and Wednesday, April 18th at 9:30 pm. In the show Janice takes the audience on a tour of her favorite things, places, and composers, presenting fresh and imaginative renditions of songs that range from the sophistication of Cole Porter and Cy Coleman to the raw emotion of Piaf's "L'Accordeoniste" and the taut drama of Kurt Weill.
I shall always remember Janice's debut show a few years ago - stunning vocals and an exquisite performance. Her shows since continually captivate me!
Award-winning Australian performer Kim Smith will reprise his acclaimed show "Misfit" at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909) on Sunday, February 12th at 9:30 pm. The show is directed by Christian Coulson, with piano accompaniment by Steven Ray Watkins with Sam Nedel on upright bass. Fitting in isn't easy in this saccharine world of unwavering morals and processed celebrity -- but why try? Kim will take you by the hand and lead you through ruins of disfigured pop and glimmering period treasures, as he mischievously proves that misfits have more fun.
This handsome young man is blessed with hypnotic charm - he will mesmerize you, I promise. One of the very best of the new generation of cabaret performers today.
OUT OF TOWN PICK: Enjoy a rare behind the scenes glimpse at the inspiration for some of Broadway's greatest hits with Kevin Moore Presents Score-by-Score, The Best of Broadway Musicals: An Evening of Andrew Lloyd Webber at the MAYNE STAGE (1328 West Morse Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-381-4554) on Sunday February 12th at 7:00 pm. Emcee and WSBC radio personality Kevin Moore presents a celebration of Andrew Lloyd Webber and his amazing music. As you learn the history of Lloyd Webber's creations, you will be treated to some of Chicago's top cabaret artists, including Ken Baker, Anne Burnell, George Howe, Laura Freeman, Heather Moran and Daryl Nitz, performing the memorable songs from these extraordinary shows. Musical Director is Jeff Award-winning George Howe and Nick Christiansen on drums.
OUT OF TOWN PICK: Brad Ellis, the piano man from the hit television series "Glee", sings and plays, along with an extraordinary lineup of some of the finest performers from the cabaret and musical theatre world at CATALINA BAR & GRILL (6725 West Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA - 323-466-2210) on Sunday, February 12th at 1:00 pm. All proceeds from this event will benefit Summit View School's Drama Program. Gary Cole hosts, with Nate Light on Bass and Denise Fraser on Drums. The event is produced by Dianne Fraser and Clifford Bell. Brad Ellis, long regarded as one of the most respected and sought after arranger/musical directors in the Broadway community, is enjoying a newfound fame as the on-camera pianist on the hit television series "Glee". Summit View School (http://www.summitview.org/ ) is dedicated to educating young people with learning differences who possess average to superior intellectual capabilities. Ticket price of $50 includes brunch/lunch buffet (tax and gratuity included); full no-host bar also available.
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13th:
THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 ) presents THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1946 on Monday, February 13th at 8:00 pm. Members of the cast include Alice Ripley, Tom Wopat, and Noah Racey, as well as Marilyn Maye, Ben Davis, Dameka Hayes, and Jessie Mueller. This concert marks opener of the 12th season of The Town Hall's acclaimed Broadway By The Year series, which is created, written and hosted by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall. Noah Racey will also choreograph. Ross Patterson is the musical director. The evening will feature song and dance from Irving Berlin's classic Annie Get Your Gun and other musicals including Call Me Mister, St. Louis Woman and Beggar's Holiday. The cast will be performing favorites which include "I Got Lost in His Arms," Come Rain or Shine," "A Woman's Prerogative," "Any Place I Hang My Hat is Home," and "I Want to Go to City College." Broadway By The Year takes the audience on a musical journey through the best of the Great White Way, featuring show-stopping numbers as well as lesser-known gems and little known facts and humor about our favorite shows. Tickets are $55-$50-$45 and are on sale through TicketMaster, 800-982-2787, www.ticketmaster.com, or The Town Hall Box Office.
AMAZING BENEFIT SHOW THAT NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT: The American Cancer Society presents Joey Arias in ENCORE FOR HOPE, hosted by Judy Gold, at PROVIDENCE NYC (311 West 57th Street, NYC - 212-307-7228) on Monday, February 13th from 6:30 to 10:30 pm. The event is an evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres & performances in support of the American Cancer Society's efforts within the LGBT Community. Also performing will be New York City Gay Men's Chorus, The Ben Allison Band, Sherry Vine, 2 To Fly Aerial, Manila Luzon and Sahara Davenport. All proceeds from the evening will help fund education and advocacy on issues like breast and prostate cancer, cutting-edge research, and the various programs and services that the society provides such as early detection screenings and smoking cessation programs - all in direct support of the LGBT community in New York City.
Of course, there are plenty more cabaret shows out there these next few nights. Check the CABARET EVENT LISTINGS for more. Please remember, listings on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website are free - open to everyone, not just members. If you have a show coming up, please send me a press release (remember, a flier or a website link is not a press release).
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