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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #050503 - Monday, May 9,
2005
Since 1990 Your First, Best, and Only Complete Source of Cabaret
News
CELEBRATING OUR 15th YEAR COVERING CABARET ALL OVER
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If it's anything to do with cabaret, you'll probably
read it here first!
This is a MONDAY NEWS Issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
and also includes information on all the banner ads running on the
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website plus listings for around the world,
including shows at over 100 venues and covering over 300 performances
(with a number offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE). The MID-WEEK issue, normally sent on Thursdays, will include
more news, breaking stories and notes, cabaret tips, review summaries,
plus listings of shows offering discounts to members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE.
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SAD NEWS - PHILIP A. CAMPANELLA
We received word over the weekend that Philip A. Campanella, the Executive
Director of the SINGERS FORUM, passed away suddenly on Thursday morning,
May 5th. No other details have been provided at press time. We will
be posting further information on the website when received.
Mr. Campanella directed and produced dozens of performances
including the recent birthday tribute to Andy Anselmo, founder of
THE SINGERS FORUM (http://www.singersforum.org/),
starring Liza Minnelli, Mandy Patinkin, Julie Harris and Joanne
Woodward. For many years Mr. Campanella served as Musical Director
and Composer-in-Residence for New York's Roundabout Theatre, supervising
music for over 100 productions with artists including Jane Alexander,
Anthony Hopkins, Charles Grodin, Jim Dale, Esther Rolle and Uta
Hagen. Among these many productions were a record-breaking revival
of Harold Rome's PINS AND NEEDLES, later broadcast as a CBS special,
and Lindsay Anderson's revival of LOOK BACK IN ANGER, with Malcolm
MacDowell, subsequently produced as a Showtime special. Mr. Campanella's
music and lyrics for JAMES JOYCE'S DUBLIN have been published by
Samuel French. He appeared in concert with many celebrities, including
Maxene Andrews of the legendary Andrews Sisters, and conducted Geraldine
Fitzgerald's STREETSONGS throughout the country, with a memorable
performance at the White House.
The Annual Andy Anselmo Achievement Awards gala,
planned for tonight at the ALLEN ROOM AT TIME WARNER CENTER (Columbus
Circle, Broadway at 60th Street, NYC - CenterCharge: 212-721-6500
- http://www.jazzatlincolncenter.org/
) will go forward as scheduled, as per the wishes of Mr. Campanella's
family.
ANOTHER JAM-PACKED ISSUE TODAY!
Once again here is another jam-packed issue, with a bunch of new cabaret
venues appearing for the first time as well. I wanted to include several
reviews with this issue, but because of space limitations, here are
just three. I chose them because they are on-going runs and you still
have a chance to catch them in the days and weeks ahead:
WENDY LANE BAILEY "IN THESE SHOES ..." AT THE DUPLEX
She has only one more show left in this series, and
that's Wednesday, May 11th at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher
Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/
), which means only about 70 seats available, which means that if
you want to see a great show by a terrific singer, you have to make
that reservation today. Ms. Bailey has come a long way in the few
years I have known her and seen her perform. Newly transplanted
to the NYC area from Washington DC (where she was one of the founders
of DCCN (DC Cabaret Network), Ms. Bailey, through this show, has
become a true asset to the NYC cabaret scene. Her vocals are heavenly,
even when she's being devilish, and her command of both the stage
and her material is enthralling. Rick Jensen's arrangements, Sally
Mayes' direction, combined with Ms. Bailey's skills as an entertainer,
make this a fun-packed hour of great cabaret. Don't miss this one
- I see a CD in the future, but don't wait for the recording, see
it "live" this week!
("In These Shoes .." plays one more date at THE DUPLEX,
Wednesday, May 11th at 9:30 pm. There is a $15 cover, 2-drink minimum.
$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.)
DAVID GURLAND "NEUROTICA" AT THE ENCORE
Don't let the rather scary flier photo keep you away
from David Gurland's current show "Neurotica," running at THE ENCORE
(266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/
). This time around David has a winner! With the amazing Michael
Holland (king of medleys) as musical director on piano & guitar,
a great band (Jerry Smith, percussion; Marco Brehm, bass) and two
lively back-up vocalists (Karen Mack & David Boyd) the show covers
(or I should say "skewers") the Madonna songbook. The show features
about 20 Madonna hits from as far back as the 80s, but if you are
a true, diehard Madonna fan, don't expect this show to be a tribute.
Instead, the mischievous Mr. Gurland, in kilt and muscle shirt,
goes as far as he dares to capture the silly side of Ms. Ciccone-Ritchie.
While his vocals are true and captivating, his gestures and facial
expressions make the whole event a funny spoof of Madonna in particular,
but much of the pop-rock genre as well. Good times!
("Neurotica" continues at THE ENCORE, with shows
on Thursday, May 12th at 7:00 pm and Fridays, May 20th & 27th at
9:30 pm. $15 cover, $12 food/drink minimum - $10 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.)
EMILY ABRAHAM "JERSEY GIRL?" AT THE ENCORE (DEBUT)
What happens when an upstate New York gal (with only
one other Jewish girl in her high school) moves downstate and gets
an apartment in Manhattan and begins to live the life of a supermodel
(on a waiter's salary)? It's party time - at least until reality
takes hold in the form of a prince of a boyfriend, and they settle
down together in a New Jersey apartment. Emily Abraham tells her
tale with glee in her NY cabaret debut at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th
Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/
). The SoHo lifestyle in which she found herself involved is a sharp
contrast to the shopping mall life she lives today, yet Ms. Abraham
has no regrets as she sparkles and sings her way into your heart.
With maestro Rick Jensen at the piano and direction by Lina Koutrakos,
Ms. Abraham could not ask for a better team in her entry into the
world of NY cabaret. Her superb vocals and unbounded enthusiasm
will carry her far. My only quibble is that her onstage persona
does not seem to match some of the wild tales of "sex in the city"
that form the background of the first part of the show. Somehow
I can't imagine this perky, pretty and innocent-seeming gal involved
in the supermodel lifestyle. Could there really be a "dark side"
to this very charming personality?
("Jersey Girl?" continues at THE ENCORE with shows
on Wednesday, May 11th at 7:00 pm and the 18th at 9:30 pm. There
is a $12 cover, $12 food/drink minimum. $6 cover for members of
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.)
I also saw the Jamie deRoy & friends show, the Johnny Mercer Birthday
Party with Leslie Anderson & Ricky Ritzel as well as Karen Koehler
& Greta, all at THE ENCORE, and Reagan Stone at DON'T TELL MAMA in
the past few weeks. Comments on all of these shows will be in the
next issue, I hope, and if space allows, shows I plan to see in the
next few days.
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- coinciding with my 66th birthday. The show will feature some of
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NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF CABARET
I have a lot of cabaret news for you. I promise you will read things
in this issue you will not find published anywhere else! Even more
items can be found in the NEWS BRIEFS pages in all areas of the world
we cover, plus on the BREAKING NEWS page on the website. Now on with
the news:
SPECIAL LATE BREAKING NEWS
Here is a few items so new and fresh, I have hardly had time to proofread
them!
ARTISTS PLAN TSUNAMI BENEFIT CONCERT JULY 10 IN L.A.
This summer in Los Angeles, a battalion of the world's top cabaret
and Broadway performers are planning to march on stage to raise money
for Tsunami victims in Sri Lanka, it was announced today. "In Good
Company," is being billed as the biggest cabaret-style concert in
Los Angeles this summer. The live concert, co-produced by veteran
L.A. theater presenter, Rob O'Neil, is planned for Sunday, July 10th,
at the JOHN ANSON FORD AMPHITHEATER (2580 Cahuenga Boulevard East,
Hollywood, CA - 323-461-3673 - http://www.FordAmphitheatre.org/).
Tickets are $30 - $35.
The show will benefit Operation USA (http://www.operationusa.org/),
the 25 year-old international relief organization known for supplying
emergency medical supplies and housing to victims of natural disasters.
A new, upcoming duets recording, "In Good Company," is the basis
for the California concert, which could help build some 100 houses
for displaced families. The "In Good Company" CD, poised for release
July 12th, features veteran crooner Lee Lessack, dueting with 17
"cabaret stars," from Maureen McGovern to Michael Feinstein and
Grammy award winner Stephen Schwartz. Other cabaret favorites on
the CD include Nita Whitaker, Susan Egan, Jon Philip Alman, Mary
Jo Mundy, Johnny Rodgers, Joanne O'Brien, Susan Werner, David Burnham,
Amanda Mc Broom, Ken Page and Stacy Sullivan.
JULIE REYBURN RETURNS TO RIVERSIDE THEATRE WORKS
Julie Reyburn dazzled audiences at RIVERSIDE THEATRE WORKS (45 Fairmount
Ave, Hyde Park, MA - 617-361-7024 - http://www.riversidetheatreworks.org)
so much during Boston's Cabaret Month, with both songs and stories,
they've asked her to return. Her show will be on Friday, May 20th
at 8:00 pm. As a proud alumni of Riverside Theatre Works, Julie appeared
as Mary in Jesus Christ Superstar, Gloria in Damn Yankees, Masquerade,
And The World Goes Round, and musical director for Mixed Emotions
and RTW's production of The King and I. Julie is 2 time MAC (Manhattan
Association of Cabaret and Clubs) Award Winner, Backstage Bistro winner
and the first ever NY Nightlife Award recipient for Outstanding Female
Vocalist in 2003. Recordings include: The Broadway Musicals of 1940
(Bayview Records), Heaven Knows - Cast Recording (Bloomusic) and her
debut solo CD, Fate is Kind (Original Cast Recordings). Tickets are
$20.
MONEY SHOT 2 AT MAMA'S IN MAY & JUNE
Chris Andersson presents "The Money Shot 2: Here We Come Again," the
sequel to his musical revue, "Money Shot" that ran a while back. Once
again the show is presented at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street,
NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmama.com/
), with remaining dates on Mondays, May 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th, and
June 13th at 7:00 pm, Thursday, May 12th at 11:00 pm and June 9th
at 8:30 pm. Called a sexy romp through popular music from the roaring
twenties to the gay nineties. the show was created by Chris Andersson
and Tim Herman and features in the cast Kevin Albert, Chris Andersson,
Tim Herman, Erica Kane and Cheryl Orsini, plus Jono Mainelli on piano,
Justin Hines on percussion and Bob Sabin on bass. Original Choreography:
William Ryall and Kevin Albert; Costume Designer: Erica Frank; Costume
Consultant: Cheryl Orsini. There is a $15 cover, 2-drink minimum.
TSUNAMI RELIEF BENEFIT CONCERT FEATURES BOSTON CABARET ARTISTS
A group of Boston cabaret artists will gather together on Wednesday,
May 18th at 7:30 pm at ELEPHANT AND CASTLE (161 Devonshire Street,
Boston, MA - Tickets: 617-504-7393) to share their talents as a benefit
for the victims of the Tsunami. Scheduled to perform are Michelle
Currie, Tommy Hensel, Gordon Michaels and Alexia B. Motley. This team
recently produced the popular cabaret "Blast of Broadway" in Boston.
They have come together again, this time joined by Boston cabaret
favorite Prudence Humphreys and a group of talented newcomers: Rochelle
Randolph, Evan Daniel Siegel, Taunia Soderquist and Kevin L. Douglass.
The event is produced by Gordon Michaels and Tommy Hensel. Tickets
for the show are $25 each and the proceeds will be donated to the
Red Cross Tsunami Relief Fund.
TODAY'S NEWS TODAY!
Here is a cabaret event taking place today!
THEATER FUNDRAISER FEATURES STARS FROM CHICAGO CABARET & STAGE MAY
9th
Lampkin Music Group presents a special concert performance of "Over
The Rainbow - The Music Of Harold Arlen," to benefit BALIWICK THEATRE
(1229 West Belmont Street, Chicago, IL - 773-883-1090) on Monday,
May 9th at 7:00 pm. The concert will feature Arlen favorites performed
by Arlen's son, Sam, and his wife, Joan, as well as other nationally
acclaimed artists. Other artists performing in "Over The Rainbow -
The Music of Harold Arlen," include Martha Lorin, a critically acclaimed
New York-based Jazz singer; Leon Joyce and Larry Gray, percussion
and bassist with the Ramsey Lewis Trio; Susan May, who has been featured
on The Oprah Winfrey Show; Brannen Daugherty, who starred in the smash
musical Parade; Alanda Coon, Jacob Hoffman, Ginger Tam, and Joanie
Pallatto. The concert will also feature special guest singer Mary
Beidler Gearen, who starred in the hit show Pope Joan at Bailiwick
Repertory Theatre. Musical Director is Bobby Schiff. Producer is Ralph
Lampkin, owner of the Lampkin Music Group. Tickets are $50.
MORE NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF CABARET
Many more items can be found in the NEWS BRIEFS pages in all areas
of the world we cover on my CABARET NEWS page on the website. Here
are just a few important news items placed in chronological order.
ODETTE'S PLANS REOPENING FOR MAY 13th WITH MACK & HOLLAND & LOTS OF
PRIDE
THE CABARET at Odette's (South River Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-3000
- http://www.bobegan.net/Odettes.html),
which was devastated by a flood a few weeks back - the place was flooded
with up to five feet of water for 2 days, with the river up to 19
feet over normal (the second time in about 6 months), will reopen
for business on Thursday, May 13th, with the first cabaret show scheduled
for Friday & Saturday, May 13th & 14th, featuring that dynamic duo,
Karen Mack & Michael Holland. This is also New Hope's gay pride weekend
celebration, "New hope Celebrates."
NY SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY FEATURES SONGWRITERS ON MAY 14th
The New York Sheet Music Society, Linda Amiel Burns, president, will
hold its next meeting on Saturday, May 14th, featuring the Annual
Songwriter Program, produced by Sandi Durell. Featured songwriters
include: Steve Ross, David Friedman, Mary Liz McNamara, Steven Lutvak,
Dennis Livingston, Barbara Schottenfeld, Francesca Blumenthal, Peter
Yawitz, Seth Weinstein, Peter Johl. The meetings take place at WOMEN'S
NATIONAL REPUBLICAN CLUB (3 West 51st Street, NYC). There will be
a flea market from 12:30 to 1:30, followed by the featured program.
The Society meets the second Saturday afternoon of each month from
October to June. Membership is $40 per year, and you can sign up at
the meeting. Non-member guest fee $10.
DC CABARET NETWORK ANNUAL MEETING SET FOR MAY 22nd
DCCN (DC Cabaret Network) will be holding their Annual Member Party
on Sunday , May 22nd at 4:00 pm at THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE (1021 7th
Street NW, Washington, DC). There will be door prizes, delicious food,
music, open mic, champagne toast, cash bar and members are invited
to bring among a guest. If you would like to become a member of DCCN,
they are offering a special introductory rate of $25 for anyone joining
after March 1st until the new registration year begins on September
1st. Student rate is $20. Checks can be sent to DC Cabaret Network,
P.O. Box 6259, Washington, DC, 20015-0259.
NEXT MAC/ASCAP SONGWRITER SHOWCASE TO FEATURE SHELDON HARNICK MAY
25th
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs - http://www.macnyc.com/
) and ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
- http://www.ascap.org/
) team up again for another Songwriters' Showcase on Wednesday, May
25th at 6:00 pm at THE LIGHTHOUSE (111 East 59th Street, NYC). Special
guest will be lyricist Sheldon Harnick (Fiddler on the Roof). Hosted
by Jamie deRoy, each showcase features new songs written by contemporary
songwriters, and cabaret performers are encouraged to attend, especially
those looking for new material for their shows. $15 General Admission,
$5 for MAC and ASCAP Members. No reservations are taken - seating
is first come, first seated.
BACA ANNUAL MEETING SET FOR JUNE 20TH
The annual meeting of BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists
- http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
) will be held Monday, June 20th at 7:00 pm on the 26th floor conference
center of WILMER CUTLER PICKERING HALE AND DORR LLP (60 State Street,
Boston MA). The BACA board will offer reports on the what the organization
has accomplished over the past year, the state of the organization's
finances, and future plans. There will be appetizers, soft drinks,
beer and wine. More details to follow.
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articles on these items in the BREAKING NEWS section of the website.
EILEEN FULTON "LIVE AT OPIA" IN MAY
Eileen Fulton will be appearing for two nights only at LIVE AT OPIA
(130 East 57th Street, NYC - 212-688-3939 - http://www.opiarestaurant.com/
) on Saturdays, May 14th and May 21st, both shows at 9:00 pm. Her
act is sultry, sometimes saucy, but always sublime take on standards
from the world's best-loved songwriters. At Opia, backed by Musical
Director, Bob Goldstone on piano, with Tim Ferguson on bass and Andrew
Burns on drums, she will sing the songs of Johnny Mercer, Tony Hatch,
Burt Bacharach and more. There is a $20 cover, $15 food/drink minimum.
SHARON RUBEN SINGS OF THE LUSTY MONTH OF MAY
Sharon Ruben, a life time resident of Mount Vernon, NY, will be performing
her cabaret act "The Lusty Month of May" at DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM
(342 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-265-8133 - http://www.dannysgrandseapalace.com/
), with one remaining performance scheduled for Sunday, May 15th at
4:00 pm. Her musical director is David Brunetti, with direction by
Scott Barnes. There is a $25 cover charge, $10 food/drink minimum.
BABY JANE DEXTER RELEASES NEW CD IN MONTH OF SHOWS IN MAY
After her critically acclaimed show "Bread & Gravy" last fall, Baby
Jane Dexter returns to HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE
(169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) for an exclusive NY engagement. This will be the last opportunity
for her fans to see this moving show. Musical director is Ross Patterson.
At the same time, Ms. Dexter will be releasing her latest CD, based
on this show and recorded live at HELEN'S earlier this year. This
is a 4-week run of Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays for 12 performances
only through May 18th, all shows at 9:15 pm. There will be $25 music
charge and a $15 food/drink minimum.
MARGARET GOODMAN WITH "BEFORE & AFTER THE BALL AT HELEN'S
Margaret Goodman will be appearing in her new cabaret act, "BEFORE
AND AFTER THE BALL" at HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE
(169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) on Sunday, May 22nd at 2:00 pm, Wednesday May 25th at 7:00 pm and
Sunday May 29th at 2:00 pm. "BEFORE AND AFTER THE BALL" celebrates
the incredible changes in both musical style and social attitudes
in the years between 1890 and 1918, as seen in songs of the period.
These are years that encompass both the sentimental parlor ballad
and the coming of ragtime. As in her previous show, "REMEMBER?", which
examined the contradictions of nostalgia in old songs and new, "BEFORE
AND AFTER THE BALL" also observes changing and contradictory attitudes
towards women. Once again, the Music Director is Paul Trueblood and
the Director MAC Award winner Michael Marotta. There is a $15 cover,
$15 food/drink minimum. 1/2 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
LESLIE OROFINO AT OPIA IN MAY WITH NEW SHOW
Leslie Orofino and her trio will be serenading lucky audiences with
their brand new show, "Wanderlust, A Journey of the Heart", at LIVE
AT OPIA (130 East 57th Street, NYC - 212-688-3939 - http://www.opiarestaurant.com/
) with one more performance on Saturday, May 14th at 7:00 pm. With
songs, On A Slow Boat To China, C'est Si Bon, I Thought About You
and so many others, this is a perfect gift for the Mother's Day season.
Musical director is Keith Ingham, with John Loerke on bass and Russ
Benecasa on drums. Director is Louis D. Pietig. $20 cover, $15 minimum.
$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
LUCILLE CARR-KAFFASHAN MAKES ENCORE DEBUT WITH ACCLAIMED SHOW
2005 MAC Hanson Award Winner Lucille Carr-Kaffashan will make her
THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/
) debut with one remaining performance of her acclaimed show "Both
Sides Now," on Saturday, May 14th at 5:00 pm. Musical director is
David Brunetti, with Lennie Watts directing. There is a $12 cover,
$12 food/drink minimum. $6 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
Then, on Sunday, May 22nd, Lucille will perform at Sunday Brunch at
THE CABARET at Odette's (South River Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-3000
- http://www.bobegan.net/Odettes.html).
There is a $16.50 cover, plus $10 food/drink minimum at ODETTE'S.
ALICE FRAZIER AT HELEN'S IN MAY
Saturday, May 14th at 4:30 pm and Thursday, May 26th at 7:00 pm will
mark the exciting return of cabaret and concert artist, Alice Frazier
to the NYC cabaret stage at HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE
(169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
). Her show, "Spring Ahead, Fall Back," features songs about beginnings
and endings with music by composers, Johnny Mercer, Jerry Herman,
Armando Manzanero, Maury Yeston, Leslie Bricusse and more. These three
performances feature the musical direction of Tex Arnold . There is
a $15 cover, $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE.
TENNIE LEONARD SINGS PORTER, MALTBY & SHIRE AT DANNY'S
Tennie Leonard returns to DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM (342 West 46th Street,
NYC - 212-265-8133 - http://www.dannysgrandseapalace.com/
) with her new show, "What About Today?" on Wednesday, May 11th and
Thursday, May 12th, both shows at 7:00 pm. The show features the songs
of Cole Porter and Maltby & Shire. Musical director is David Brunetti,
with direction by Scott Barnes. There is a $20 cover, $10 food/drink
minimum.
WENDY LANE BAILEY MAKES DUPLEX DEBUT
Singer Wendy Lane Bailey brings her new show "In These Shoes .." to
THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438
- http://www.theduplex.com/
) with one remaining performance on Wednesday, May 11th at 9:30 pm.
Musical director is Rick Jensen with direction by Sally Mayes. Jill
Anderson will provide back-up vocals. There is a $15 cover, 2-drink
minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
"TIMELESS DIVAS! ENCORE" SUNDAYS AT 7:00 THROUGH JUNE
2005 MAC Award nominated "Timeless Divas! ENCORE" (Songs of the Silver
Screen) has returned with a new cast, a new format, and many new songs
as well as in a new location. Produced by Sandi Durell & Shari Upbin,
the show stars Eric Michael Gillett, Terry Burrell, Nina Hennessey,
Suzanne Ishee and substituting on various evenings the entrancing
LaTanya Hall. It is musically directed & arranged by Barry Levitt.
The show is presented on Sundays at 7:00 pm at HELEN'S RESTAURANT,
CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) and runs every week through June. Surprises await! $20 cover, $15
food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
For more information, contact the Diva Hotline: 212-615-6966. For
details, see http://www.TimelessDivas.com/ .
NEW YORK'S NEWEST CABARET/PIANO BAR OPENS IN MIDTOWN
New York's newest piano bar and show room, THE ENCORE (266 West 47th
Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/
) has opened in the heart of the theater district. "The Encore" boasts
a state of the art show room, a modern piano bar, and a menu that
features a delicious range of light fare and desserts. Lennie Watts
serves as the general manager and booking manager of this exciting
new club.
SCOTT BARBARINO AND THE COSMOPOLITANS WEDNESDAYS AT THE IRIDIUM ROOM
Scott Barbarino & The Cosmopolitans Variety Hour, starring Scott Barbarino
and Leslie Anderson as The Cosmopolitans, and Ricky Ritzel at the
piano, are appearing on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB
(1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - http://www.iridiumjazzclub.com/).
Each week features special guest artists as well. Scott and crew have
put together an old fashioned comedy variety show, with just a hint
of old time vaudeville thrown in to add some spice and flavor. Sort
of like watching an Ed Sullivan show with a sassy backup singer and
a hip musical director. There is a $15 cover. $15 food/drink minimum.
$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS LIVE TAPING MAY 26th AT THE ENCORE
The hit cable-TV show "Jamie deRoy & friends" will continue taping
a new series of shows the last Thursday of each month through June
30th. The shows will be presented at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street,
NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/
) at 7:30 pm on May 26th and June 30th. The May 26th show will feature
as guests The Accidentals, David Buskin, Ann Crumb, Sherry Davey,
Jessica & John Esposito, Julie Gold and Euan Morton. June 30th, Lorna
Dallas, Maya Days, Meral Guneyman, Mary Liz McNamara and Sidney Myer.
There is a $20 cover, $12 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
PROMOTE YOUR SHOW, CD OR OTHER EVENT WITH A BANNER ON THE WEBSITE
I don't want you to miss out if you are planning on running a banner
for your show in March and April. I limit the number of ads to 20
per week. A banner ad for three weeks can cost as little as $108 total
- if you take advantage of the PayPal and Member Deals discounts -
and even less if you are a GOLD member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SILVER members receive a one-time rebate of $20 on their first banner
ad of the membership year.
Performers running banners get a special listing
for their show or other cabaret-related item in every MONDAY issue
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, reaching nearly 2,500 subscribers. Go
to http://svhamstra.com/BannerHere.shtml
or else just send me a note at banners@svhamstra.com
with the single word "banners" in the subject line, and I'll send
all the details.
CABARET ARTISTS APPEARING AROUND THE WORLD:
Many more items can be found in the NEWS BRIEFS pages in all areas
of the world we cover on my BREAKING NEWS and NEWS BRIEFS pages on
the website.
NEW YORK CITY - MAJOR ENGAGEMENTS
AT THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-840-6800
ext. 171 - http://www.algonquinhotel.com/
) - Karen Akers is here with her new show "When A Lady Loves" for
an exclusive seven-week engagement through May 28th. Performances
are Tuesdays through Thursdays at 9:00 pm with two shows on Fridays
and Saturdays at 9:00 pm and 11:30 pm. There is a $50 cover charge
for all shows plus a $20 minimum Tuesdays, Wednesdays and the late
shows on Fridays and Saturdays. On Thursdays and at the early shows
on Fridays and Saturdays, there is a $50 prix-fixe dinner charge with
dinner seating from 7:00 pm
Also at THE OAK ROOM, Barbara Carroll, with two shows
on Sundays, a brunch show at 2:00 pm and a dinner show at 8:00 pm.
Accompanied by Jay Leonhart on bass, Ms. Carroll will pay tribute
to the legendary songwriter Harold Arlen. Call for cover/minimum
information.
Maude Maggart has announced the extension of her
Monday night concert series at THE OAK ROOM through May 23rd. All
performances are on Monday nights at 9:00 pm. There is a cover charge
of $50 per person and a food/beverage minimum of $20. A $50 prix
fixe dinner at 7:30 pm is optional.
AT BEMELMAN'S BAR (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600 - http://www.thecarlyle.com/cal.cfm)
- Lostin Harris at the piano, Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 pm to
12:30 am, $20, $25 on Friday & Saturday; Chris Gillespie Trio, Tuesday
through Saturday, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, no cover; Earl Rose, Mondays,
5:30 pm to 12:30 am.
AT THE CAFE CARLYLE (35 East 76th Street, NYC - 212-744-1600 - http://www.thecarlyle.com/cal.cfm)
- Legendary cabaret and concert artist Barbara Cook, in a very special
three-week engagement "Tribute." Ms. Cook will be accompanied on piano
by her musical director Michael Kosarin and Peter Donovan on bass.
Performances through May 27th. The performance schedule is: Tuesdays
through Saturdays at 8:45 pm with an additional late show on Saturdays
at 10:45 pm. There is a $75 cover charge on Tuesday through Thursday
evenings and a $90 cover charge on Friday and Saturday evenings. There
is no minimum required for any performance. Dinner is served from
6:30 pm.
AT THE CAFE PIERRE (Fifth Avenue at 61st Street, NYC - 212-838-8000
- http://www.fourseasons.com/pierre/)
- Piano entertainment with Kathleen Landis is featured Sunday to Thursday
from 8:30 pm to 11:30 pm, and Friday and Saturday from 8:30 pm to
12:00 midnight.
AT THE COCKTAIL TERRACE at The Waldorf Astoria (Park Ave & 49th Street,
NYC - 212-355-3000 - http://www.waldorfastoria.com/)
- Cocktail Terrace delights visitors with traditional afternoon tea,
an engaging array of cocktails and the soothing strains of Cole Porter's
Steinway Grand Piano, featuring the lovely Daryl Sherman, Wednesdays
through Fridays, 4:30 to 7:30 pm and on Saturdays, from 3:00 to 7:00
pm.
AT FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095
- http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/
) - Debby Boone is here from May 10th through 21st. Her show, "Reflections
of Rosemary," based on her new CD on Concord Records, is an intimate
musical portrait of legendary singer Rosemary Clooney. John Oddo,
Rosemary's musical director, serves as arranger, conductor and musical
director for this engagement. The show will play the following schedule:
Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 PM with late shows on Friday and
Saturday at 11:00 PM. All shows have a $60 cover and a $40 minimum.
AT LE JAZZ AU BAR (41 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-308-9455 - http://www.ticketweb.com/
) - Schedule not received at press time.
AT THE KIRK THEATRE ON THEATRE ROW (410 West 42nd Street, NYC - Ticket
Central: 212-279-4200) - British musical comedy trio FASCINATING AIDA
return with their show Absolutely Fascinating through May 15th. Performances
are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 pm, Saturday matinees at 2:00
pm and special Sunday times at 3:00 and 7:00 pm. Tickets are $46.25.
AT THE RAINBOW GRILL (30 Rockefeller Plaza - 65th Floor, NYC - 212-632-5100
- http://www.cipriani.com/cipriani/RainbowGrill/grill.htm)
- Pianist Michael Garin, a perennial New York City landmark, is now
holding forth here Thursdays through Sundays from 8:00 pm to midnight.
Call for information.
AT THE FREDERICK ROSE HALL at Time Warner Center (Columbus Circle,
Broadway at 60th Street, NYC - CenterCharge: 212-721-6500 - http://www.jazzatlincolncenter.org/
) - The Mabel Mercer Foundation (http://www.mabelmercer.org/ ) has
announced that CABARET CONVENTION will have a new home here in ROSE
HALL when it celebrates its 20th Anniversary, October 17th through
23rd.
NEW YORK CITY - OTHER ROOMS - PERFORMERS OF NOTE
Since these rooms present many performers each week, I am only able
to list a few notable performances here. Please consult the club websites
for complete schedule information for all shows.
AT JOHN BARRY'S BAR & GRILL (38 West 39th Street, NYC) - Tuesday,
May 10th at 7:00 pm, Minimum Wage's Maximum Variety Show, a weekly
romp of music, comedy and other assorted entertainment ends its run
here. No cover, no minimum.
AT BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/
) - Jim Caruso's open-mic CAST PARTY is here on Mondays at 10:00 pm.
No cover, $10 minimum; many more. See website.
Also at BIRDLAND, The New Season, a series of concerts
featuring top Broadway performers and composers. Coming: composer
Victoria Shaw (May 16th at 7:00 pm), Stephanie d'Abruzzo (May 23rd
at 7:00 pm), Toxic Audio (May 30th at 7:00 pm), Malcolm Gets in
a benefit for The Songbook Project (June 13th at 7:00 pm), Max von
Essen (July 18th at 7:00 pm) and Christine Ebersole & Billy Stritch
(July 25th at 7:00 pm). The New Season at Birdland is presented
by Jim Caruso, in association with TheaterMania.com. There is a
$30 cover and $10 food/drink minimum.
AT BRANDY'S PIANO BAR (235 East 84th Street, NYC - 1-212-744-4949
- http://www.brandyspianobarnyc.com/
) - Open-mic piano bar seven nights a week. Brandy's is one of the
Upper East Side's best-kept secrets. This intimate spot showcases
live talent every night of the week and has been for over 30 years.
No cover.
AT CATERINA'S (316 East 53rd Street, NYC - 212-355-5360 - http://cabaretusa.com/_wsn/page2.html
) - Dennis Byrum plays piano and sings your favorites on Mondays and
Tuesdays, Gregory Allen and Kelly Briggs entertain on Wednesdays through
Saturdays singing your favorite songs from Broadway and the great
American Songbook. Cosmo's Gypsy Trio gets things going on Sunday
Nights with great Hungarian gypsy music.
AT THE C-NOTE (157 Avenue "C" NYC - 212 677-8142 - http://www.thecnote.com/)
- Open mic events from 7:00 to 9:00 pm on Mondays; 5:00 to 9:00 pm
on Tuesdays (INDIE mixer hosted by Dayna Blitz & Werner); 5:30 to
8:00 pm on Wednesdays (folk/rock hosted by Rick Johnson); 5:00 to
7:00 pm on Fridays (Jon Berger's 'Poets & Songwriters'); 4:00 to 7:00
pm on Saturdays (Jazz JAM hosted by Michael Vitali); 5:00 to 7:00
pm on Sundays (Singers & Songwriters hosted by Rick Johnson). Jazz
and rock continue until midnight - usually 3 or 4 performers nightly.
See website for full schedule, covers, minimums, etc.
AT DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM (342 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-265-8133
- http://www.dannysgrandseapalace.com/
) - Appearing in May: Blossom Dearie on Saturdays at 7:00 pm & Sundays
at 6:15 pm; BJ Ward, Mondays at 9:15 pm; Jeanne Beauvois, 8th & 10th;
Tennie Leonard, Wednesday & Thursday, 11th & 12th; Marlene VerPlanck,
11th, 18th & 25th; Sharon Ruben on the 15th; Stephanie Sellars, 17th,
19th & 26th; many more. See the website or call the club for exact
showtimes, cover charges and minimums. In the piano bar after 9:30
pm, on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, Rick Leonard; Jerry Scott Thursdays,
Fridays & Saturdays; Sundays, Scott Ailing and Rick Leonard.
AT DILLON'S (245 West 54th Street, NYC - 212-307-9797 - http://www.dillonslounge.com/
) - Monday, May 9th & Thursday, May 19th, the Chalks, $10 cover, $10
food/drink minimum; Tuesdays, May 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st at 7:00
pm, J. Michael Reeds in "Dress Intimate." Musical Director & Piano:
Wells Hanley. There is a $20 cover and a $10 food/drink minimum. Rest
of schedule not received at press time.
AT DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmama.com/
) - Appearing in May: 2004 MAC Award winning Ron Poole's "Poole Party"
Saturdays at 11:00 pm; Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX, Thursdays
at 6:00 pm; Michael Conley, Thursdays at 8:30 pm; Next Big Broadway
Musical, Saturdays at 8:30 pm; The Money Shot, Vol 2, 9th, 12th, 23rd
& 30th; Matt Sigl, 9th & 16th; Marilyn Tapes, 15th, 22nd, 29th; The
Music of Victor Herbert" May 7th, 11th, 15th, 22nd & 24th; many more.
See the website or call the club for all events, showtimes, cover
charges and minimums. In the piano bar after 9:30 pm, Sundays & Mondays,
Michael Edelstein; Tuesdays, Tracy Stark; Wednesdays & Thursdays:
Kenny Davidson; Fridays, Jay Bradley; Saturdays, Bobby Peaco.
AT THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438
- http://www.theduplex.com/
) - Appearing in May: Mostly Sondheim, Fridays at 11:00 pm; Wendy
Lane Bailey, 11th; John Tansey, 18th & 25th; Tonylust, Thursdays &
Saturdays; many more. See the website or call the club for all events,
showtimes, cover charges and minimums. In the piano bar at 9:30 pm:
Brian Nash on Sunday & Wednesday; Darius Frowner on Monday & Thursday;
Greg Schlotzhauer on Tuesday; Jim Keefe on Friday; Gerry Dieffenbach
on Saturdays.
AT THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com)
- Appearing in May: Sundays at 2:00 pm, Jazz Brunch with Richard Rodney
Bennett; Thos Shipley, 30th; Mark McCoombs, Tuesdays at 9:30 pm; Lesley
Anderson & Ricky Ritzel, Thursdays at 11:00 pm; David Gurland, Fridays
at 9:30 pm; Lucille Carr-Kaffashan, Saturday, 14th at 5:00 pm; Jamie
deRoy & friends, 26th; Matt Leahy and Angelo Cilia, May 10th, 13th
& 17th; Sonya Ledanski, May 20th & 25th; Emily Abraham, 11th & 18th;
more! Check their website for all details, showtimes, covers and minimums.
Open mic and entertainment from 9:00 pm until 4:00 am with Steven
Ray Watkins on Mondays & Saturdays; Robbie Stamper, Tuesdays; Michael
Isaacs, Wednesdays; Bobby Peaco, Thursdays; Bill Graves, Fridays;
Darius Frowner, Sundays.
AT HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue,
NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) - Appearing in May: Timeless Divas, Sundays at 7:00 pm; Judy & Bea,
Fridays at 11:30 pm; Alice Frazier, 14th & 26th; Baby Jane Dexter,
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays in May at 9:30 pm; Margaret Goodman,
22nd, 25th & 29th; Julie Wilson, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00 pm; Sheridan
Hinton, May 12th & 19th; many more. See the website for full schedule,
times and cover charges. Piano bar nightly, from 4:00 pm until 4:00
am with various pianists and a top-notch singing wait-staff. Kitchen
stays open late - 1:00 am on weekdays, 2:00 am on Fridays & Saturdays.
AT IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - http://www.iridiumjazzclub.com/)
- April events: Mondays, the legendary Les Paul; Tuesdays, The Mingus
Big Band; Wednesdays, Scott Barbarino & The Cosmopolitans Variety
Hour with lots of guests; Friday, May 13th at 7:00 pm, Laurie Krauz
& the Daryl Kojak Trio; Thursday May 19th, Catherine Dupuis CD release
show, 7:00 pm; many more. Call for showtimes and cover/minimum information.
AT JACQUES-IMO'S (366 Columbus Avenue, NYC - 212-799-0150 - http://www.jacquesimoscafe.com/
) - Sundays, 12 noon to 3:00 pm, New Orleans style Sunday brunch with
the Smith Street Society Jazz Band.
AT JOE'S PUB (425 Lafayette Street, NYC - Tele-Charge: 1-212-239-6200
- Box Office: 212-539-8778 - http://www.joespub.com/
) - The first "The Leading Men" concert, featuring great male singers
from Broadway and cabaret, will be held on Monday, May 30th, at 7:00
pm. John Tartaglia will emcee, and Seth Rudetsky will be the musical
director. The lineup will include acclaimed actors and singers who've
been profiled in Wayman Wong's "The Leading Men" column at Playbill.com.
Alan Muraoka will direct. Tickets are $40 and proceeds will go to
BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS (http://www.bcefa.org/ ). NEARLY
SOLD OUT! Plenty more to see here - check the website for all shows
and descriptions. Advance notice: Coming, Monday, June 27th 7:00 &
9:30 pm, Sam Harris. $25 cover.
AT LA BELLA'S (581 Second Avenue, NYC - 212-683-3889) - Trudi Mann's
fabulous Open Mic for Singers takes place every Sunday in the back
room from 1:00 to 5:00 pm. Pat Firth is at the piano, Saadi Zain on
bass with host Trudi on drums and vocals. If you want to sing, please
bring two copies of your music. $10 food/drink minimum - no cover.
AT THE LIGHTHOUSE (111 East 59th Street, NYC) - Wednesday, May 25th
at 6:00 pm MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs - http://www.macnyc.com/
) and ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
- http://www.ascap.org/
) team up again for another Songwriters' Showcase. Special guest will
be lyricist Sheldon Harnick. Hosted by Jamie deRoy, each showcase
features new songs written by contemporary songwriters, and cabaret
performers are encouraged to attend, especially those looking for
new material for their shows. $15 General Admission, $5 for MAC and
ASCAP Members. No reservations are taken - seating is first come,
first seated.
AT LIVE AT OPIA (130 East 57th Street, NYC - 212-688-3939 - http://www.opiarestaurant.com/
) - Appearing in May: Saturdays at 11:00 pm, John Wallowitch; Leslie
Orofino, Saturday, May 14th at 7:00 pm; Eileen Fulton, Saturdays May
14th & 21st at 9:00 pm; Bonnie Lee Sanders, Sundays, 15th & 22nd at
7:00 pm; Sarah Bolt, Sundays, 8th & 15th at 9:00 pm; Daniel Isengart,
Monday, 23rd at 9:00 pm; Ricky Ian Gordon, Monday, May 30th at 9:00
pm; more. Call for cover/minimum information.
AT THE LUCILLE LORTEL THEATRE (121 Christopher Street, NYC - Tickets
available through TICKET CENTRAL: 212-279-4200)
Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx, the co-creators of the Tony Award-winning
musical Avenue Q, are hosting AVENUE Q SWINGS! on Monday, June 27th
at 7:30 pm. Proceeds from the one-night-only performance will benefit
Greenwich House Music School's Piano Fund, replacing two well-worn
Steinway grand pianos. Tickets on sale starting June 1, 2005 $75,
$150 and $250 ($250 Tickets include post-show reception with cast).
AT MAMA ROSE'S (219 Second Avenue, NYC - 212-533-0558 - http://www.mamaroses.net/
) - The cabaret room is closed temporarily while the club re-staffs.
The next performance dates will be announced as soon as possible -
check the website for more information.
PASTORE'S (308 East 49th Street, NYC - 212-759-1964) - Friday, May
20th from 8:30 to 11:00 pm, Jazz vocalist Sarah DeLeo will perform
the music of Cole Porter, Erin McKeown and others. She will be joined
by David Cook on piano. Call for cover, minimum information.
AT THE RUM HOUSE (228 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-869-3005) - Singer/pianist
Karen Brown is at the piano here, Tuesdays through Saturdays from
9:30 pm to 1:30 am. No cover.
AT ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street,
NYC) - Jazz at Noon on Wednesday, with top performers from the world
of jazz. May 11th, Dick Hyman, solo piano; May 18th, Joyce Breach
with Keith Ingham, piano; May 25th, Daryl Sherman, piano & vocals.
Performances are every Wednesday at 1:00 pm, $5 admission.
AT SATALLA (37 West 26th Street, NYC - 212-576-1155 - http://www.satalla.com/
) - Wednesday, May 11th at 7:00 pm, Barbara Sfraga with Christopher
Dean Sullivan on bass, Michael T.A. Thompson on and Soundrhythium,
Pianist/Keyboardist/Vocalist Mala Waldron and Saxophonist Allen Won.
$15.
AT SIBERIA BAR (356 12 West 40th Street, NYC) - On Friday, May 20th,
at 7:00 pm, Joanna Parson's HAPPY HOUR SALON, now in its fourth season,
holds another first-Friday-of-every-month show. Happy Hour Salon,
a new works salon for singers, writers, comics, actors and performers.
Line-up changes bi-monthly, atmosphere is relaxed. $5 at door. For
more information, see http://www.JoannaParson.com/.
Also, starting Monday May 9th at 7:00, the hit cabaret
show "Reddy or Not," written and performed by Joanna Parson and
Lance Werth returns for an open-ended run, the second Monday of
every month. $10 cover, no minimum.
AT STONEWALL BISTRO (113 Seventh Avenue South, NYC - 917-661-1335)
- Open mic piano bar, Tuesdays through Saturdays. On Wednesdays, Jerry
Scott; Thursdays, Celeste; Call for exact times and performers.
AT 1050 LOUNGE (735 Tenth Avenue, NYC - 212-445-0149) - Laurie Krauz
& Daryl Kojak perform every Wednesday night from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.
There is no cover and no minimum.
AT THE TIMES SQUARE BREWERY (210 West 42nd Street - 212-698-1234 -
http://www.timessquarebrewery.com/
) - John Colianni and Tira will be appearing every Sunday night from
6:00 pm to 11:00 pm, NO COVER CHARGE.
AT THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/
) - The final concert in the Broadway by the Year series will be at
on Monday, June 13th, The Broadway Musicals of 1962. Limited seating
is still available. The Town Hall box office is open from noon to
6:00 pm every day except Sunday. Tickets are also available at TicketMaster.
AT THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-787-7921 - http://www.Triadnyc.com/
) - Karen Arlington, Tuesday, May 10th & Saturday, May 14th, both
shows at 7:00 pm. Rest of schedule not received at press time. See
the website for events, showtimes, etc.
AT UPSTAIRS AT ROSE'S TURN (55 Grove Street, NYC - 1-212-366-5438-
http://www.rosesturn.com/
) - Appearing in May: If We Were Men We'd Be Famous, 14th & 28th;
Alison Nead, 24th; Debbie Frankel, 13th & 20th; "Live at The Turn"
May 11th & 25th; Wild Bill & Dirty Hanky's Cavalcade of Stars, May
19th; Marc McBarron Kessler, May 27th; many more. See the website
for full schedule, showtimes & charges. In the piano bar after 9:30
pm: Mondays, Joe Regan; Tuesdays, Kenny Davidson; Wednesdays, Claire
Cooper; Thursdays, Robbie Stamper; Fridays, Michael Isaacs; Saturdays,
Michael Isaacs.
AT THE WORLD CAFE (201 Columbus Avenue, NYC - 212-799-8090) - Joe
Regan is at the piano here on Thursdays, from 7:00 to 11:00 pm. Call
for details.
CABARET IN NEW JERSEY
AT LE DOME at The Manor (111 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ - 973-731-2360
- http://themanorrestaurant.com/
) - 2005 Thursday Cabaret Soiree Series Lineup: Mark Nadler, May 12th;
John Gabriel, June 16th; Ron Sharpe & Barbra Russell, July 14th; Julius
La Rosa, August 18th; Angela LaGreca, September 22nd; Marlene VerPlanck,
October 20th; Brent Barrett, November 17th. 4-star diner & show package
is $74 - seatings at 6:00-6:30 pm. Waiting list show-only seating
is available.
AT THE CHASE ROOM AT THE NEW JERSEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (One Center
Street, Newark, NJ - 888-466-5722 - http://www.njpac.org/
) - Christine Andreas, Sunday, May 15th at 5:00 pm; Hayden Tee, Sunday,
June 5th at 5:00 pm. Tickets are $47 for each show, no minimum.
AT TRUMPETS (6 Depot Square, Montclair, NJ - 973-744-2600) - Friday
& Saturday, June 17th & 18th at 8:30 pm, Marlene VerPlanck, $15 cover.
CABARET IN NEW YORK STATE
AT THE DOWNSTAIRS CABARET THEATRE (172 West Main Street, Rochester,
NY - 585-325-4370 - http://www.downstairscabaret.com/
) - Call or check website for information regarding performances,
covers and show times.
AT THE TARRYTOWN MUSIC HALL (13 Main Street, Tarrytown, NY - 914-631-3390
- http://www.tarrytownmusichall.org/
) - Neil Berg presents his all new tribute to the Great White Way,
100 YEARS OF BROADWAY on Saturday, May 21st at 8:00 pm. Starring in
this latest version is Robert Evan, known for his thrilling portrayal
of the title characters in JEKYLL & HYDE. New special guests include
Jeremy Kushner and Capathia Jenkins. Liz Callaway will also be performing,
plus many more stars from Broadway and cabaret. Tickets are $35 to
$75.
CABARET IN PENNSYLVANIA
AT THE CABARET at Odette's (South River Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-3000
- http://www.bobegan.net/Odettes.html)
- The club will reopen for business on Thursday, May 13th, with the
first cabaret show scheduled for Friday & Saturday, May 13th & 14th,
featuring that dynamic duo, Karen Mack & Michael Holland. Sunday,
May 15th at 2:00 pm, Michael Richard Kelly in "Men Don't Sing These
Songs" This is also New Hope's gay pride weekend celebration, "New
hope Celebrates." Call for showtimes & cover charges. Open mic piano
bar just about every night.
AT LA PRIMA ESPRESSO (811 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA - ProArts
Tickets 412-394-3353) - CABARET PITTSBURGH (http://www.picttheatre.org)
and Stephanie Riso and Tony Richards showcase Pittsburgh's hottest
vocal talent in this transformed coffeehouse. Talents include Rachael
Gerstel, Krista Antonacci, Shani Alexander and Joshua Desjardins,
$20 includes complimentary wine and crudites or BYOB. Future shows
are scheduled for June 11th, August 13th, October 8th and November
12th. Call ProArts for cover and minimum charges.
AT PHILADELPHIA CABARET THEATRE (507 South 8th Street, Philadelphia,
PA - 215-923-0210 - http://www.philly-cabaret-theatre.com/
) - Wednesdays at 6:30 pm, Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 pm and
Sundays at 5:30 pm through May 23rd, benefit for the Jilline Ringle
Solo Performance Fund with Harriett Levy (aka Todd Waddington), $22;
"ISN'T it SARCASTIC," written and performed by Doug Anderson on Sunday,
May 15th and Friday & Saturday, June 3rd & 4th, all shows at 8:00
pm, $20.
AT THE RENAISSANCE PITTSBURGH HOTEL (107 Sixth Street, Pittsburgh,
PA - ProArts Tickets at 412-394-3353 ) - CABARET PITTSBURGH has announced
the RIVERVIEW SERIES. On May 13th, Pittsburgh native and award-winning
cabaret artist Joyce Breach will perform; and on July 8th, Robert
Cuccioli will be featured. The series finale on September 9th will
feature Ann Hampton Callaway. Call ProArts at at 412-394-3353 for
cover and minimum charges. The hotel offers an Overnight Cabaret Package
for two for $199 plus tax. Call the hotel at 866-454-4400 for details.
CABARET IN THE WASHINGTON DC AREA
AT THE ASIA BISTRO (1301 South Joyce Street, Arlington, VA - 703-413-2002)
- Danielle Westphal on Thursdays from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, no cover.
AT THE ATLAS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (1333 H Street NE, Washington,
DC - 202-399-7993 - http://www.atlasarts.org/
) - The DCCN (DC Cabaret Network) will present "Vive le Cabaret" as
part of the "Paris on the Potomac" series (http://www.washington.org/parisonthepotomac
). Sunday, May 15th, Doug Bowles, Cindy Hutchins & Debra Tidwell present
"Americans in Paris" at 7:00 pm with wine & cheese tasting at 5:30
pm. $20.
AT THE SALA THAI (2900 10th Street, Arlington, VA - 703-465-2900 -
http://www.salathaidc.com/)
- Danielle Westphal every Saturday from 7:30 to 10:30 pm, No cover.
AT SHOOTER MCGEE'S (5239 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA - 703-751-9266
- http://www.shootermcgees.com/)
- Tuesdays from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, Danielle Westphal with Dan Reynolds
singing pop/jazz standards/country and some of Danielle's original
songs. Call for cover/minimum information.
AT THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE (1021 7th Street NW, Washington, DC) - DCCN
(DC Cabaret Network) will be holding their Annual Member Party on
Sunday , May 22nd at 4:00 pm. If you would like to become a member
of DCCN, they are offering a special introductory rate of $25 for
anyone joining after March 1st until the new registration year begins
on September 1st. Student rate is $20. Checks can be sent to DC Cabaret
Network, P.O. Box 6259, Washington, DC, 20015-0259.
CABARET IN THE BOSTON METRO AREA
A more complete list of New England area events can be found at the
website of the BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
).
AT BLUE'S DINER (454 Main Street, Melrose, MA - 781-662-0038) - Thursdays,
Jan Peters and Steve Hershman, 6:00 until 10:00 pm. No cover.
AT DEDO (69 Church Street, Boston, MA - 617-338-9999) - Open Mic with
Michelle Currie on Tuesdays & Fridays, at 9:30 pm, no cover.
AT EASY MOTIONS LIFE CENTER (247 West Central Street, Natick, MA -
508-907-6402 - http://www.easymotions.com/)
- Open Mic with Leslie Holmes & Michael Larson is presented here on
Wednesdays at 7:30 pm.
ELEPHANT AND CASTLE (161 Devonshire Street, Boston, MA - 617-350-9977)
- Wednesday, May 18th at 7:30 pm, Tsunami Relief Benefit featuring
Boston area cabaret artists. $25 donation.
AT ENCORE LOUNGE at The Tremont House (275 Tremont Street, Boston,
MA - 617-426-1400) - Dorothy Miller & Michael Larson, Sundays; Open
Mic with Steve Heck, Mondays; Bob Femino, Tuesdays; Stacy Allyn Baker
& Emily DeGraff, Wednesdays; Tim Evans & Brian Patton, Thursdays;
Mary Callanan & Brian Patton, Fridays; Carol O'Shaughnessy & Steve
Heck, Saturdays; 9:30 pm - no cover.
AT FOCACCIA'S RISTORANTE (2 Lowell Street, Wilmington, MA - 978-988-7999)
- Taunia Soderquist with quartet, Thursdays & Fridays, 7:00 pm. Call
for cover/minimum information.
AT FRANK'S STEAK HOUSE (2310 Massachusetts Avenue, North Cambridge,
MA - 617-661-0666 - http://www.frankssteakhouse.com/
) - John O'Neil on Saturdays at 9:00 pm, open mic at 10:00 pm.
AT JASMINE (One Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA - 617-577-8668 - http://www.jasminekendall.com/)
- Carol O'Shaughnessey, Fridays at 9:00 pm, no cover.
AT JOHNNY D'S UPTOWN LOUNGE (17 Holland Street, Davis Square, Somerville,
MA - 617-776-2004) - Celia Slattery performs at 8:30 pm - $10 cover.
AT MOUNT VERNON AT THE WHARF (543 North Shore Road - Route 1A, Revere,
MA - 781-286-3830) - Vocalist Dorothy Miller, with Michael Larson
at the piano, will be performing on Friday & Saturday nights from
6:30 to 9:30 pm.
RIVERSIDE THEATRE WORKS (45 Fairmount Ave, Hyde Park, MA - 617-361-7024
- http://www.riversidetheatreworks.org)
- Friday, May 20th at 8:00 pm, Julie Reyburn returns, $20.
AT SCULLERS JAZZ CLUB (400 Soldiers Field Road, Allston, MA - 617-562-4111
- http://www.scullersjazz.com/
) - Tuesday, June 21st at 8:00 pm, Sophia Bilides with Jon Wheatley
on guitar in THE SUMMER KNOWS. Show $18; Dinner & Show $56.
CABARET IN THE NEW ENGLAND AREA - OUTSIDE BOSTON METRO AREA
AT AMAZING THINGS ARTS CENTER (22 Rutledge Road, Natick, MA - 781-772-1945
- http://www.amazingthings.org/
) - Wednesday, May 11th at 7:30 pm, open mic with Barbara Larson.
Call for cover/minimum information.
AT THE BELL CENTER FOR THE ARTS (47 1/2 Fourth Street, Dover, NH -
603-742-2355 - http://www.bellcenter.org/
) - Saturday, May 21st at 8:00 pm, an evening of Broadway music featuring
Boston Cabaret Artists Tommy Hensel, Alexia B. Motley & Gordon Michaels.
$15.
AT KESTRAL RESTAURANT (123 Empire Street Providence, RI - 401-490-2042)
- On Fridays, Gordon Michaels presents a night of fun Jazz Standards,
Oldies, Blues, R&B and some Pop music with Eddie J. Bemish on Keyboards.
3 sets from 10:00 pm until 1:00 am. No cover.
AT THE PALACE THEATRE (80 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH - 603-668-5588
- http://www.palacetheatre.org/
) - Monday, May 23rd at 7:00 pm, PHANTOM SWINGS, featuring six PHANTOM
OF THE OPERA cast-members (including D.C. Anderson who plays Andre)
in an evening of classic Big Band songs, proceeds go to the Palace
Theatre, celebrating its 90th anniversary. $20 - $25.
AT THE REGENT THEATRE (7 Medford Street, Arlington, MA - 781-646-4849)
- Sunday, May 15th at 3:00 pm, Meryl Galaid sings "The Best of Broadway
& More With a Little Garland & Minnelli!," with Steve Bergman at piano
with his band, $20.
AT THE SOMERVILLE THEATER (Davis Square, Somerville, MA - TICKETMASTER:
617-231-9000) - Monday, May 16th,7:30 pm, PHANTOM SWINGS, featuring
six PHANTOM OF THE OPERA cast-members (including D.C. Anderson who
plays Andre) in an evening of classic Big Band songs to benefit Boston
Children's Hospital Music Therapy program. $20 - $25.
AT CR SPARKS RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE (18 Kilton Road, Bedford, NH -
603-647-7275) - Thursday, May 5th, 7:00 to 10:00 pm, Ida Zecco in
Jazz with Jim Rice on piano. No Cover.
AT STANDING ROOM ONLY CABARET at the WADSWORTH ATHENEUM MUSEUM OF
ART THEATRE (Athenaeum Square at Prospect Street, Hartford, CT - 860-282-1898
- http://www.ticketweb.com/
) - Friday & Saturday, June 10th & 11th, Tommy Femia in JUDY GARLAND
LIVE! with special guest Jenifer Kruskamp. June 10th show is at $10
pm, with special party to celebrate Judy Garland's Birthday at 6:00
pm the Avery Court. Tickets: $50 - $100 include reception & show;
June 11th show is at 8:30 pm, tickets $22.50 - $50. Portion of the
proceeds for both shows to benefit the Hartford Hospital AIDS fund.
AT UNION BLUES AND JAZZ SHOWROOM (2 Washington Square, Worcester,
MA - 508-767-2587 - http://www.unionblues.org/)
- PrimaVera!, starring Ida Zecco & Porcella, saluting the music of
Louis Prima and Keely Smith is here Thursdays, May 19th and June 16th,
from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. $10 cover.
CABARET IN ATLANTA - WEST VIRGINIA - FLORIDA - SOUTHEAST
AT CAMILLE'S SIDEWALK CAFE (I-285 and Chamblee-Tucker Road, Atlanta,
GA - 770-455-0500) - Saturdays, May 14th, June 4th & 18th and July
2nd & 23rd from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, Hani in "Cabaret Meets Jazz," with
Johnny Knapp on piano. No cover.
AT LIBBY'S CABARET (3401 Northside Parkway NW, Atlanta, GA - 404-237-1943
- http://www.libbyscabaret.com/
) - Thursday, May 12th THROUGH Sunday, May 15th, Francine & Margo
Reed, Atlanta's favorite Soul/R&B sibs. Show times, charges and minimums
vary so call the club or check the website for full details and information.
AT PAOLO'S 3'S COMPANY RESTAURANT (242 East Dania Beach Boulevard,
Dania Beach, FL - 954-921-4970) - Cabaret on select Tuesday nights,
presented by THE CABARET COMPANY. Dinner from 6:30 pm show at 9:00
pm. Dinner and show $49.95. Show only $25.00 plus a 2-drink minimum.
CABARET IN ALABAMA - LOUISIANA - TEXAS - SOUTHWEST
AT LE CHAT NOIR (715 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA - 504-581-5812
- http://www.cabaretlechatnoir.com/
) - MY O MY, a new musical revue conceived and directed by Carl Walker
in collaboration with Producer, Le Chat Noir, opened on May 6th for
a five week run. The show stars Los Angeles cabaret performer and
MAC nominee, Shawn Ryan; Big Easy Award winning actors, Bob Edes and
Brian Peterson; and New-Yorker-now-living-in-New-Orleans, Paul Soileau,
with special appearances by vocalist extraordinaire, Doug Parks. Thursdays
at 8:00 pm; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 pm & 9:00 pm; and Sundays
at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $30 on Thursdays and $35 on Friday, Saturday
and Sunday. All ticket prices include a $5 drink credit; more. Call
for all showtimes, covers & minimums.
AT HECTOR'S OF HENDERSON (2829 North Henderson, Dallas, TX - 214-821-0432),
- Featuring American cuisine with a Texas Twist, prepared by chef
Todd Erickson this new restaurant has live music on Fridays and Saturdays,
featuring Gleni Tai on the piano, and her husband Lebeaux on jazz
trombone and trumpet - and open mic! Call for reservations and information.
Hector's is offering a 10% discount to members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE.
CABARET IN THE CHICAGO AREA
More information about Chicago area cabaret can be found at CCP (Chicago
Cabaret Professionals) website at http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
.
AT THE BALIWICK THEATRE (1229 West Belmont Street, Chicago, IL - 773-883-1090)
Lampkin Music Group presents a special concert performance of "Over
The Rainbow - The Music Of Harold Arlen," to benefit the Baliwick
on Monday, May 9th at 7:00 pm. The concert will feature Arlen favorites
performed by Arlen's son, Sam, and his wife, Joan, as well as other
nationally acclaimed artists. Other artists include Martha Lorin,
Leon Joyce and Larry Gray, Susan May, Brannen Daugherty, Alanda Coon,
Jacob Hoffman, Ginger Tam, and Joanie Pallatto. The concert will also
feature special guest singer Mary Beidler Gearen. Musical Director
is Bobby Schiff. Producer is Ralph Lampkin. Tickets are $50.
AT THE CHESTNUT GRILL & WINE BAR (200 East Chestnut Street, Chicago
IL - 312-266-4500) - Sundays, 7:00 to 11:00 pm, Bob Solone at the
piano. Mondays, Wednesdays through Saturdays, Nan Mason, 7:00 to 11:00
pm.
AT THE COQ D'OR at THE DRAKE (140 East Walton Street, Chicago, IL
- 312-787-2200 - http://dining.thedrakehotel.com/coqdor/coqdor_intro.html
) - Mondays & Tuesdays, Bob Moreen; Wednesdays & Thursdays, Elizabeth
Doyle, piano & vocals, 7:00 pm.
AT CYRANO'S BISTROT, WINE BAR AND CABARET (546 N. Wells, Chicago,
IL - 312-467-0546 - http://www.cyranosbistro.com/
) - Susan Petri is here on Thursday, May 12th with Bob Moreen; more.
Sets at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. $10 cover, 2-drink minimum.
AT DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830
- http://www.davenportspianobar.com/
) - Denise Tomasello, Saturdays at 8:00 pm, $20; Sons of the Never
Wrong, Thursdays at 8:00 pm, $7; Rosie! A Tribute with Heather Moran,
Sundays at 5:00 pm, $15; Pop Psychology, Fridays at 8:00 pm, $15 cover;
Stoned Soul Picnic: The Music of Laura Nyro, Fridays at 10:30 pm,
$22; Jazz Legends Alive with the Jeff Hedberg Trio and impressionist
Daryl Nitz, Wednesdays at 8:00 pm, $10; Cabarah!/The Weird Sisters,
Saturdays at 10:00 pm, $7. In the piano bar: Mondays, George Howe;
Wednesdays, Jason & Trista; Thursdays, Andrew Blenderman; Fridays,
Gwen Pippin; Fridays & Saturdays, George Howe & Daryl Nitz.
AT DI MARCO'S (883 Main Street, Antioch, IL - 847-395-8883) - Carolyn
Wehner, Saturdays, 6:00 to 10:00 pm.
AT THE EAST BANK CLUB (500 North Kingsbury, Chicago, IL - 312-527-5800)
- Bob Solone, Thursdays, 5:30 to 9:30 pm.
AT THE FLAME (803 Joliet Road, Countryside, IL - 708-352-3442 - http://www.theflame.com/)
- Tuesdays at 9:00 pm, Bobby Schiff and open mic, no cover.
AT GENTRY ON STATE (440 North State Street, Chicago, IL - 312-836-0933
- http://www.gentryofchicago.com/
) - Monday, May 9th at 9:00 pm, Robert Whorton, with Beckie Menzie
at the piano. No cover. Open mic, 7 days a week at 9:00 pm: Sundays
& Mondays, Beckie Menzie, Tuesdays through Saturdays, Rudy De la Mor.
See website for complete schedule.
AT GENTRY ON HALSTED (3320 North Halsted Street, Chicago, IL - 773-348-1053
- http://www.gentryofchicago.com/
) - Open mic, 7 days a week at 9:00 pm: Mondays, Paul Marinaro; Tuesdays,
Dan Stetzel; Wednesday through Saturday, Katherine Payne. See website
for complete schedule.
AT KITTY MOON (6237 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL - 312-399-5933)
- Fridays at 8:00 pm, Denise LaGrassa presents her one-woman performance
piece "Is There Anything Going On Upstairs?" directed by Dale Calandra.
Animation by Rob Ducey and Shayla Johnson. Original incidental music
is by Neal Alger, Matt Thompson and David Pavkovic. $10 donation.
AT MAXIM'S (24 East Goethe Street, Chicago, IL - Tickets: 312-742-1748)
- To celebrate Bastille Day, June 14th, The Chicago Department of
Cultural Affairs presents a program starring vocalist Claudia Hommel
and violinist Johnny Frigo. Showtime is 7:00 pm. The supper and show
is $75.
AT THE PUMP ROOM at the Ambassador East Hotel (1301 North State Parkway,
Chicago, IL - 312-266-0360 - http://www.pumproom.com/
) - Piano jazz Fridays & Saturdays with vocalist Erin McDougald and
her Jazz Quartet 8:00 pm to Midnight. Call for cover charge & minimums.
AT ROCCO'S (7906 West 159th Street, Tinley Park, IL - 708-444-8259)
- Ester Hanna, Fridays & Saturdays, 7:30 to 12:00 midnight.
AT SULLIVAN'S STEAK HOUSE (415 North Dearborn, Chicago, IL - 312-527-3510)
- Thursdays, 5:30 to 11:00 pm, Bobby Schiff on piano, with John Whitfield,
bass. No cover.
AT TUSCANY RESTAURANT (1425 West 22nd Street, Oakbrook, IL - 630-990-1993
- http://www.stefanirestaurants.com/tuscany.htm
) - Mondays & Fridays at 7:00 pm, MaryMonica Thomas with Myles Greene.
AT TUTTO ORSI (324 South Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL - 312-421-3636)
- Bob Solone, Mondays & Fridays; Ester Hanna, Wednesdays; performances
from 7:30 to 11:00 pm.
AT THE WHITEHALL LOUNGE (105 East Delaware Place, Chicago, IL - 312-944-6300)
- Call the club for event, cover and minimum information.
WHITE PINES INN DINNER THEATRE (6712 West Pines Road, Mt. Morris,
IL - 815-946-3817 - http://www.whitepinesinn.com/dinner_theatre2.htm)
- Wednesday & Thursday, May 11th & 12th (seating at 11:45 am), IT'S
ALL RIGHT WITH ME, a collection of Cole Porter songs, starring Bradford
Newquist with William Underwood, pianist and musical director. $24
dinner & show.
CABARET IN THE MIDWEST (OUTSIDE OF CHICAGO)
AT THE BLUE ROOM CABARET AT THE BALDWIN THEATRE (415 S. Lafayette
Avenue, Royal Oak, MI - 248-541-6430 - http://www.stagecrafters.org/
) - Cabaret comes to Detroit next on Fridays & Saturdays, June 24th
& 25th at 8:00 pm. Produced and directed by Sharlan Douglas, musical
director James Morisi. $15 admission includes soft drinks, coffee
and dessert.
AT THE SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS - Dawes Studio Theater
(19805 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, WI - 262-781-9520 - http://www.wilson-center.com/
) - Wilson Center Cabaret Series for the 2004-2005 season: Craig Rubano,
"Finishing The Act," Friday & Saturday, May 13th & 14th. All shows
are at 8:00 pm. Cabaret Subscription - All 5 Shows: $90. Single ticket
price: $20.
CABARET IN THE LOS ANGELES AREA
A more complete list of Los Angeles area events can be found at the
website of CABARET WEST (http://www.cabaretwest.org/
).
AT THE BACK ROOM AT HENRI'S (21601 Sherman Way, Canoga Park, CA -
818-348-5582) - World Class Jazz presented by John Hammond every Friday
and Saturday night, and Sunday afternoons. No cover.
AT THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA -
323-467-7444 - http://www.cabaretwest.org/gardenia.htm
) - Monday, May 9th at 9:00 pm, Geoffrey Tozer with the Swank Pharaohs;
Open mic "Mundy on Tuesday," hosted by Mary Jo Mundy alternating with
Keri Kelsey, continues here every week starting around 9:00 pm; Friday,
May 13th, Estelle Reiner; Saturday, May 14th, Rip Crystal; Wednesday,
May 18th, Angela Brown; Thursday, May 19th, Pat Whiteman; Friday &
Saturday, May 20th & 21st, Thursday & Friday, May 26th & 27th, Peisha
McPhee; Saturday, May 28th, Cecelia. Call for other events, showtimes,
cover charge & minimums.
AT ROSSI'S ITALIAN CUISINE (6820 West Flamingo Avenue, Las Vegas,
NV - 773-222-2235) - This Las Vegas restaurant presents Opera Night
on Saturdays, featuring two performers from the Las Vegas Opera. Co-owners
Joe Scrofani and his chef-son, Joe Jr., are teaming up with Michael
Canales, music director of Opera Las Vegas, and his singers. Call
for information.
AT SCHROEDER'S CLUB AND CABARET at the Westin Horton Plaza (910 Broadway
Circle, San Diego, CA - 858-794-9044 - http://www.schroedersclubandcabaret.com/
) - Eileen Bowman and Ric Henry return on Friday, May 13th with accompanist
Rayme Sciaroni, $22; Devlin stars on Friday, May 20th with accompanist
Cris O'Bryon, $25; Jeudi Cornejo Brealey headlines on Saturday, May
21st with accompanist Charlie Harrison, $22. All shows are at 8:00.
AT THE TEN20 at the Wyndham Bel Age Hotel (1020 North San Vincente
Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 310-854-1111 - http://www.wyndham.com/hotels/LAXBL/dining/ten20/main.wnt
) - Second Wednesday each month from 6:00 to 10:00 pm, Linda Hopkins,
along with Jazz Singer Dahle Scott-Mcduff, In Celebrity Night. Suggested
Donation of $10 per person, which benefits the Jammin Foundation,
an organization which recognizes the need to keep gospel, jazz and
blues music alive; Thursdays, Les Michaels hosts the CABARET SERIES,
with accompaniment provided by award-winning pianist, Ron Snyder,
in which new and rotating guest artists are presented each week starting
at 7:30 pm followed by an Open Mic at 9:00 pm; Every Friday from 7:30
to 11:30 pm, the jazz trio The 11 O'Clock News Band, led by Billy
John (Vocals & Drums) with never a cover charge.
AT VERMONT (1714 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA - 323-661-6163
- http://www.vermontrestaurantonline.com/)
- Les Michaels with Open Mic on Mondays at 9:00 pm. Call for charges
& minimums.
CABARET IN THE PALM SPRINGS AREA
AT HEAVEN NIGHTCLUB & CABARET (611 South Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs,
CA - 760-416-0950) - Derrik Lewis' CABARET TABLES series: Andrea Marcovicci,
Monday, May 23th. All shows also feature an up and coming performer
as an opening act. $46.
AT PETER'S (69-930 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage, Palm Springs, CA -
760-321-1776) - The fabulous Irene Soderberg is performing here on
most Fridays from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Call the club for reservations,
plus information on cover charges and minimums. Word is that the food
is fabulous, too.
CABARET IN THE SAN FRANCISCO AREA
You can see listings of many more cabaret events in the San Francisco
area by accessing http://www.ecabaret-sf.com/
AT THE EMPIRE PLUSH ROOM at the York Hotel (940 Sutter Street, San
Francisco, CA - 415-885-2800 - http://www.plushroom.com/
) - Monday, May 9th, Dick Conte featuring Steve Webber on bass & Bill
Moody on drums; Tuesday through Saturday, May 10th through 14th, Debbie
De Coudreaux; Friday & Saturday Late Nights at 11:00 pm, Dirty Little
Secret, a campy vaudeville-style variety burlesque show MCd by magician
RJ Owens. $25.
AT KELLY'S OF ALAMEDA (1313 Park Street, Alameda, CA - 510-813-8225
- http://www.kellysofalameda.com/
) - Wednesdays, Open Mic with Kelly Park, piano and Reid Whatley,
bass; Thursdays, Anna Kristina and the AK 47 Trio with Kelly Park,
piano, Reid Whatley, upright bass, Kent Bryson, drums, 9:00 pm.
AT THE DEAN LESHER REGIONAL CENTER FOR THE ARTS (1601 Civic Drive,
Walnut Creek, CA - 925-943-7469 - http://dlrca.org/
) - Saturday, May 14th, Sleep Train presents "An Evening With Marty
Panzer," a Cabaret Concert Event with an all-star supporting cast
benefiting FOSTER A DREAM which provides mentoring services to Foster
Children in the Bay Area. $25.
AT MARTUNI'S (4 Valencia Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-241-0205)
- Open mic nearly every night; "Song of the Month Club," the first
Sunday of each month from 4:30 to 8:00 pm - no cover. Benn Bacot and
Kate Austen-Groen are the new hosts, with Barry Lloyd, alternating
with Sean Bart and Jenny Snyder at the piano. Sign up to perform two
numbers. Next event is on June 6th. For more information, please e-mail:
squirrelmonk@yahoo.com.
AT THE MERCED MULTICULTURAL ARTS CENTER (645 West Main Street, Merced,
CA - 209-388-9665 - http://www.artsmerced.org/
) - Saturday, May 28th, KT Sullivan & Mark Nadler in "Sweet & Lowdown,"
an evening of pure Gershwin. $100 VIP Includes premium seating for
seated dinner and show, red & white wine, champagne reception with
Mark & KT, and journal listing. $75 Includes buffet dinner and preferred
seating for the performance. $55 Includes show only seats.
AT MICHAEL'S OCTAVIA LOUNGE (1772 Market Street, SF - 415-863-3516)
- Schedule not received at press time.
AT THE PURPLE ONION (140 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA - http://www.caffemacaroni.com/purple.shtml
) - "New Stars of the Purple Onion" continues on Fridays, May 13th
and 20th at 8:30 pm. Hosted by Kitchenettes Lua Hadar & Linda Kosut,
with Barry Lloyd, musical director, each show will have a different
cast. There is a $10 cover charge; Open Mic with The Kitchenettes,
Lua Hadar & Linda Kosut, on the last Friday of every month. See http://www.thekitchenettes.com/
for details or write info@thekitchenettes.com. Next event is Friday,
May 27th.
AT THICK HOUSE THEATRE (1695 18th Street, San Francisco, CA - http://www.thickdescription.org/
) - THICK TUESDAYS, the second Tuesday of every month. A monthly cabaret
performance workshop in association with New Performance Group and
produced and hosted by Kitchenettes Lua Hadar, Linda Kosut with Barry
Lloyd, musical director. Next event is May 10th. $5 cover.
CABARET IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
AT WILF'S RESTAURANT (800 NW Sixth Street, Portland, OR - 503-223-0070
- http://wilfs.citysearch.com/
) - Wednesdays, Mr. Bills Trivia Show at 7:00 pm; Thursdays, John
Gilmore; more. Call for showtimes, cover charge & minimums.
CABARET IN AUSTRALIA
AT THE EL ROCCO ROOM AT BAR ME AT KINGS CROSS (Brougham Street, Kings
Cross, Sydney - 02 9368 0894) - Extended through May 15th, Tim Draxl
is back on stage in his own right, presenting his first solo show
in four years, "Back for Seconds." Tim will be accompanied by arguably
the industry's premier musical director, Michael Tyack. Call for exact
showtimes and charges.
AT KABARETT VOLTAIRE AT THE VANGUARD (42 King Street, Newtown, Sydney,
AUS - 9209 4614 - http:/ www.showtune.com.au/) - Schedule not
received at press time.
THE Q THEATRE (Railway St, Penrith, Sydney, AUS - 02 4721 8832) -
Jason Robert Brown's THE LAST FIVE YEARS returns to Sydney to for
a limited run, May 4th through 21st. Call for ticket prices and availability.
AT THE WEIMAR ROOM (27 Hindley Street, Adelaide 5000 South Australia
- Bookings: 61 8 84104700 - http://www.cabaretfringe.com.au/)
- "Berlin Cabaret," in Fridays at 8:30 pm. Book at VenueTixs: 82258888.
Limited tickets at door.
AT THE DOUBLE BAY WOODFIRE CABARET RESTAURANT (459 New South Head
Road, Double Bay NSW - 612 9363 4567) - Friday through Sunday, May
13th through 15th, "Ray and Nina," A Tribute to Ray Charles and Nina
Simone with Jackie Orszaczky and Tina Harrod; $75 includes a 3 course
gourmet dinner with six choices Show only $39 (a la carte dinner available).
CABARET IN LONDON & EUROPE
AT BATTERSEA BARGE (Riverside Walk, Nine Elms Lane, London - 020 7498
004) - Thursdays, "The Weekend Starts Here : Ladies Monthly," a rotating
season of cabaret shows promising top-quality comedy, music, and mayhem.
Call for details.
AT THE BLUE HOURS (113 Lindenmuth Way, New Greenham Park, Newbury
Berkshire - 01635 522733 - http://www.cornexchangenew.co.uk/)
- Friday, May 13th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release
tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
AT THE BROCKLEY JACK THEATRE (410 Brockley Road, Brockley, London
- 020 8291 6354 - http://www.brockleyjack.co.uk/
) - Wild Oats Productions presents the UK Premiere of "Listen to My
Heart - The Songs of David Friedman," Wednesday through Saturday,
May 11th through 14th at 8:00 pm. Call for information and ticket
prices.
AT CAFE PRAGUE at Komedia Cabaret (Gardner Street, Brighton, UK -
Tickets: 01273 647100 - http://www.komedia.co.uk/
) - Tuesday & Wednesday, May 10th & 11th, Barb Jungr with Girl Talk,
with Mari Wilson and Claire Martin. Call for showtime, cover/minimum
information.
AT THE GEORGIAN THEATRE ROYAL (Richmond, North Yorkshire - 01748 825252
- http://www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk/)
- Saturday, May 28th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD
release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
AT THE HAT FACTORY (65-67 Bute Street, Luton - 01582 878100) - Wednesday,
May 18th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release tour.
Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
AT LAUDERDALE HOUSE (Highgate Hill, Waterlow Park, North London, ENGLAND
- 020 8348 8716) - Thursday, May 19th (SOLD OUT) and Tuesday, May
24th at 8:30 pm, jazz singer Jacqui Dankworth. Thursday, June 2nd
at 8:30 pm, Sarah Moule. Call for cover/minimum information.
AT MALTINGS ARTS THEATRE (The Maltings, St. Albans, Herts - 01727
844222 - http://www.stalbans.gov.uk/leisure)
- Saturday, May 21st, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD
release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
AT THE NEW END THEATRE (27 New End, Hampstead, London - 0870 033 2733
- http://www.newendtheatre.co.uk)
- Saturday, May 21st through Monday, June 13th, "Over the Rainbow"
with Tim McArthur, featuring the great classic songs of Harold Arlen,
Cole Porter, George Gershwin & more. Musical director is Michael Roulston
and on double bass Tom Mansi. Call for cover/minimum information.
AT PIZZA ON THE PARK (11 Knightsbridge, Hyde Park Corner, London -
020-7235-5273 - http://www.pizzaonthepark.co.uk/
) - Monday, May 9th, composer/pianist Joseph O'Brien with violinist/vocalist
sister Stephanie and their band; Tuesday, May 10th, Singer and songwriter
Liz Cass; Wednesday, May 11th, Thelma Lestrange with Simon Leicester
(piano), BROADWAY THROUGH THE AGES; Thursday through Saturday, May
12th through 14th, Sheila Southern and the Derek Cox Quartet; Monday
through Wednesday, May 16th through 18th, The Sophie Garner Band;
Thursday through Saturday, May 19th through 21st, the David Rees-Williams
Trio; Monday through Thursday, May 23rd through 26th, Michael Law
with Sheridan Morley (2 shows nightly); many more. Call for exact
showtimes, covers & minimums.
AT QUAYS AT THE LOWREY (Salford Quays, Manchester - 0870 787 5780
- http://www.thelowry.com/)
- Friday, May 27th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release
tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
AT ST. GEORGE'S (Great George Street, Bristol - 0117 923 0359 - http://www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk/)
- Thursday, May 26th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD
release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
AT THE STABLES at The Laine Dankworth Centre (Stockwell Lane, Wavendon,
Milton Keynes - 01908 280800 - http://www.stables.org/)
- Friday, May 20th, Barb Jungr with Girl Talk, with Mari Wilson and
Claire Martin. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.
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