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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #050602 - Monday, June 6, 2005
Since 1990 Your First, Best, and Only Complete Source of Cabaret News

CELEBRATING OUR 15th YEAR COVERING CABARET ALL OVER THE WORLD!
JOIN US ON JULY 6TH AT THE ENCORE, NYC, TO CELEBRATE!

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.

ATTENTION AOL USERS: Over 400 newsletters sent out to AOL subscribers have been bouncing back each issue - with no resolution coming from AOL in spite of promises. All copies of past issues are archived on the website.

HAVING TROUBLE USING PAYPAL?
Yes, it can be confusing. If you have a problem, send me an e-mail with the amount you wish to send and I will send you a PayPal "invoice" which everyone says makes the procedure easy. For new PayPal users, there is a full set of instructions included with the "invoice."

I got up really early this morning in order to get this issue out before the weather heats up too much to work. My air conditioner is still stored in the basement, 3 flights down, and there is no way I will be able to get it up and installed until later today or even tomorrow. Yesterday it reached the mid-80s (f) and today is more of the same.

Meantime, plans on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 15th Anniversary Celebration continue. The posters and fliers should be ready for distribution tomorrow, and we are accepting small ads for the Souvenir Program that will be distributed at the party and the show - drop me a line if you want to place an ad and I'll send the specs. Deadline is June 18th and the ads will cover the costs of printing the posters, fliers and programs - our budget for promotion is about $250 so the ads are very inexpensive - 12 ads - 6 to a page - at $20 (you can buy 2 or 4 or even 6 spaces if you want a larger ad).

I really felt good this week, and was out and about to see 9 cabaret events since last Monday - although I did take Friday & Saturday nights off. Friday was quite rainy - there is no way to efficiently use an umbrella while walking on crutches! I have 10 shows on my schedule for this week - with a doctor's visit set for Friday afternoon. I am keeping my fingers crossed, hoping that I can get rid of this leg brace and these crutches finally (it will be 3 months exactly since my accident on March 10th). I'll even go with a cane if necessary.

NEWS ABOUT CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
LOOKING FOR CDs
All GOLD members (and higher) who join CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE will receive a FREE cabaret CD - the ones I currently have available are listed and displayed on the special FREE CD page (http://www.svhamstra.com/MembershipCDs.shtml ) page with a link to where they can be purchased. If you have cabaret CDs (unused) that you would like to donate for this promotion, just send them in to STU HAMSTRA, 676A Ninth Avenue #120, New York, NY 10036. This is a MAILBOXES, ETC. store just around the corner from MAMA'S & DANNY's, open every day except Sunday until 7:00 pm (they close at 5:00 pm on Saturday) if you are in the area and care to drop them off there and save on postage. Send me a note if you need more details.

A DOUBLE INVITE TO ALL TO PARTY WITH US ON JULY 6th
I want to give all subscribers a special invitation to join or re-join as a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE for 2005-2006 and a special invitation to the 15th Anniversary Party "15 YEARS OF HUGS & STUFF" that we are having at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ) on Wednesday, July 6th. The event is being held to celebrate the 15th birthday of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - coinciding with my 66th birthday. By joining before July 6th you will be able to attend the party in the ENCORE piano bar at 6:30 pm for FREE. Non-members can join at the door for $20 and receive a SILVER membership, but you can avoid that hassle by joining today. We have lined up some great entertainment for the party, including a performance by puppeteer Tim Reilly and a few "new faces" in cabaret. There will be snacks, a cash bar with happy hour prices, plus a chance to network and schmooze, with music provided by the talented newcomer David Austin at the piano.

You can join quickly with a credit card using PayPal - just go to the website at http://svhamstra.com/Membership.shtml. There are several membership levels, and all offer discounts on banner ads and discounts to select cabaret shows and events. If you prefer not to use a credit card and PayPal, you can send a check made out simply to Stu Hamstra and mail it to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, 676A Ninth Avenue #120, NY, NY 10036.

If you rejoin as a 2005-2006 member, you will also be able to get a $15 discount for the show at 7:30 pm downstairs at THE ENCORE. Non-member cost is $40 and 2005-2006 member cost is just $25 ($12 food/drink minimum applies). Here are some of the performers who are scheduled to appear:

ROCK ALBERS - MAC, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winning Comic
LUCILLE CARR-KAFFASHAN - This year's MAC/HANSON Award Winner
JEANNE MACDONALD - MAC, BISTRO, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winner
SUE MATSUKI - MAC, CABARET HOTLINE, Mabel Mercer/Julie Wilson Cabaret Achievement Award Winner
CAROLYN MONTGOMERY - MAC, BISTRO & NIGHTLIFE Award Winner
JULIE REYBURN - MAC, BISTRO, NIGHTLIFE, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winner
MARCUS SIMEONE - MAC, BISTRO, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winner
MICHAEL VACCARO - MAC, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winner
LENNIE WATTS - MAC, BISTRO, NIGHTLIFE, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winner
NANCY WITTER - MAC, CABARET HOTLINE Award Winning comic.

plus several surprise guests. The amazing, MAC Award winning Steven Ray Watkins will be musical director for the evening, which should wrap-up around 9:30 pm. (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change.)

Also CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE will announce the first JEFF MATSON MEMORIAL AWARD at the show, to be given to a performer, musical director, writer, songwriter, director and/or graphic designer showing outstanding excellence, talent and creativity in cabaret.

Nearly 20 tickets out of 70 available have already been reserved, and I don't want you to be left out. Please don't delay - over 80 folks have joined for 2005-2006 already and have received information about the party and show. Once all 70 seats are sold, that's it. No second show is planned. You will need to make your reservations for the 7:30 pm show via the website - don't call the club. Go to http://svhamstra.com/HugsStuffOrder.shtml to order tickets. The page is a little confusing right now, but I think it is usable.

MEMBERSHIP DRIVE UPDATE
A great big thank you to the more than 80 folks who have already joined as members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE for the 2005-2006 membership year - which actually starts on July 6th but effective as you card received. I have sent out about 70 cards so far - with another batch going out later this week.

For information on becoming a contributing member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, check on the website at http://svhamstra.com/Membership.shtml or just click on this line: mailto:membership@svhamstra.com?subject=MEMBERSHIP and I'll send all the details. You can even make your donation by credit card, using PayPal. If you prefer not to use a credit card and PayPal, you can send a check made out simply to Stu Hamstra and mail it to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, 676A Ninth Avenue #120, NY, NY 10036.

ANOTHER JAM-PACKED ISSUE TODAY!
So much to write, so little time, so little space! I've included several news items with this issue - with a bunch more on hold until the MID-WEEK issue.
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 are a few items so new and fresh, I have hardly had time to proofread them!
MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO JEFF MATSON SET FOR JUNE 18th
There will be a musical tribute at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmama.com/ ) on Saturday, June 18th at 7:00 pm in memory of Jeff Matson featuring the songs of Jeff Matson & Brooks Cowan. Called "Music is Healing," performers and participants include Joan Crowe, Annie Hughes (coming all the way from Wisconsin to do this), Rob Langeder, Sue Matsuki, Carolyn Montgomery, Miles Phillips (also director), Rob Pruitt & Michelle Russel. John Bowen is musical director. They will be performing songs from "The Question W Revue" and "Private Events in Public Places." There is a $15 suggested donation. Proceeds will be donated to the National Necrotizing Fasciitis Foundation to help promote awareness of this devastating illness.

ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY SINGS TO BENEFIT NYC'S CLASSIC STAGE CO. JUNE 28th
Ann Hampton Callaway, a prized interpreter of the American popular songbook, will sing a June 28th benefit for CLASSIC STAGE COMPANY (http://www.classicstage.org/ ), the award-winning Off-Broadway company dedicated to re-imagining the classical repertory for a contemporary American audience. Callaway recently received two 2005 MAC Awards for her newest CD "Slow" and was nominated for a Tony Award for her performance in the Broadway musical "Swing!". This intimate evening will be at CAFE DEVILLE (103 Third Avenue, NYC - tkts: 212-677-4210 ext. 12). The $125 benefit tickets allow guests to enjoy a private pre-show event at KIEHL'S (109 Third Avenue, NYC - 212-677-3171 - http://www.kiehls.com/ ), Moet & Chandon champagne and dessert at CAFE DEVILLE from 8-8:30 p.m., and the performance starting at 8:30 pm.

MARIANNE CHALLIS IN FINAL WEEK AT PALM BEACH RUN
Marianne Challis has taken her party on the road with her musical fun-fest "Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me .... continuing confessions of a middle-aged party girl" playing THE ROYAL ROOM at The Colony Hotel (155 Hammond Avenue, Palm Beach, FL - 561-659-8100 - http://www.thecolonypalmbeach.com/ ) through June 11th. Ms. Challis takes a wry look at what she laughingly calls "adulthood" including marriage, kids, and the general mayhem of middle age. She appears with award-winning arranger Christopher Marlowe at the piano, and they continue their collaboration on standards such as "I Got Lost in His Arms," "It's Been A Long, Long Time," and "Sun In the Morning," as well as audience favorites such as "Something In Red," "Inner Bitch," and Lyle Lovett's "God Will." Directed by the eternally youthful Scott Barnes, shows are at 8:00 pm, this Friday % Saturday, June 10th & 11th. Call for cover/minimum information.

MORE NEWS FROM THE WORLD OF CABARET
In an effort to cut down on "repeated" events, except for announcements of programs offered by cabaret membership organizations, and shows where guests change weekly, cabaret news items will appear just once in the newsletter and then added to the NEWS BRIEFS page of the appropriate location on the website. The NEWS BRIEFS pages are updated regularly, and cover all areas of the world.

ODETTE'S MONDAY SHOWCASE IS SCHEDULED FOR TONIGHT JUNE 6th
Bob Egan's next SHOWCASE NIGHT at THE CABARET at Odette's (South River Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-3000 - http://www.bobegan.net/Odettes.html) is scheduled for tonight, Monday, March 23rd at 7:30 pm. Performers scheduled so far include Ed Teti, Tony Ruggieri, Kevin Hoffman, Debra Patchell, Rob Cox, Ilene Miller with Joanne Crystle, Bruce Clough, and Sean Finnerty. There is a $8 cover, $10 food/drink minimum.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE IN HONOR OF PHILIP CAMPANELLA JUNE 7th
There will be a Celebration of Life in honor of Philip Campanella (1948 - 2005) on Tuesday, June 7th at 7:00 pm at the BARUCH COLLEGE NEWMAN CONFERENCE CENTER (151 East 25th Street - Rooms H750, NYC). The floor will be open from 7:00 to 8:3 0pm for those who wish to speak, relate stories, read poetry or honor Philip with music. A keyboard will be provided and an accompanist will be on hand. A reception will follow from 8:30 to 10 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to THE SINGERS FORUM (49 West 24th Street - 4th Floor, NYC - 212-366-0541 - http://www.singersforum.org/ ) in Philip's name.

JAZZ AT NOON AT ST. PETER'S CHURCH JINE 8th
Jazz at Noon continues on Wednesday, June 8th at ST. PETER'S CHURCH - LIVING ROOM (Lexington Avenue at 54th Street, NYC). June schedule not received at press time. Performance is at 1:00 pm - $5.

LATE-NIGHT CABARET SHOWCASING LOCAL CHICAGO TALENT
CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/ ) presents "Night Owls Series" every Friday night in June at 10:30 pm at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - http://www.davenportspianobar.com/ ) featuring several Chicago artists nightly, offering a variety of songs and styles. Scheduled for June 10th: "Brainy and Zany Ladies...& a Guy" featuring Mindy Mann, Laura Hull, Francesca Amari, Michelle Lazowski. Directed by Carla Gordon, music directed by Ron Jung. Tickets are $12, 2-drink minimum.

GARLAND TRIBUTE IN NYACK ON JUNE 10th
ZING WENT THE STRINGS OF OUR HEARTS! A Musical Tribute to Judy Garland (on what would have been her 83rd Birthday!) will be held as part of the Festival of the Arts at the ST. PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH (11 Division Avenue, Nyack, NY) on Friday, June 10th at 7:30 pm. The show will be hosted by Richard Skipper (as RICHARD!) with Dale Badway, Judy Barnett, Joan Crowe, Kathleen France, Sue Matsuki, Leslie Orofino & featuring Paul Chamlin on piano. Directed by Louis Pietig. Tickets are $15 in advance (credit card or check) and $20 at the door (cash/checks only), and will benefit Gay Pride Rockland. The cost includes "Dessert at the Burd House" at the BURD HOUSE FRAME SHOP AND GALLERY (125 Main St, Suite 4, Nyack, NY - 845-358-7979) where the Juried Art Exhibit & Sale to Benefit Gay Pride Rockland (http://www.gaypriderockland.org/ ) is on display.

TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE FOR SEASON FINALE OF BROADWAY BY THE YEAR
The critically acclaimed musical theater homage known as Broadway by the Year will conclude its fifth smash season with an all star cast led by Rachel York and Brad Oscar. The concert, devoted to The Broadway Musicals of 1962 will take place at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/ ) on Monday, June 13th. The show will also star Felicia Finley, Danny Gurwin, Christine Pedi, and Scott Coulter. Scott Siegel, the series' creator/producer/writer/host also promises additional surprises, the first of which is certainly the announcement that Broadway star Bryan Batt (currently understudying Gary Beach in La Cage Aux Folles) will helm the concert in what will be his directorial debut! There are limited tickets available in the front and rear balcony. Tickets are $45 & $40 and can be bought at TicketMaster.com or by phone at 212-307-4100. The Town Hall box office can be reached at 212-840-2824 and it is open from noon to 6 PM on Monday thru Saturday.

MAC GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING ON JUNE 14th
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs - http://www.macnyc.com/ ) will be holding a General Membership Meeting, open to all current members of the organization, on Tuesday, June 14th at 6:00 pm at ST. CLEMENTS THEATER (423 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-246-7277 Ext. 29). More details in the next issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE and soon on the MAC website.

NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS TV BROADCAST TUESDAY, JUNE 14th
The cable TV show "Jamie deRoy & friends" heard locally here in NYC on Time Warner Channel 67 and RCN Channel 110 will next be seen on Tuesday, June 14th at 8:00 pm. Each show features interviews and performances by stars of cabaret, comedy and theater. The show is produced by Jamie deRoy & friends, inc. and directed by Barry Kleinbort. Taped and Edited by Applause Video. It is also broadcast in Washington DC and Connecticut - check local listing. For details see http://www.jamiederoy.com/ .

NEXT HAPPY HOUR SALON AT SIBERIA BAR JUNE 17th
On Friday, June 17th, at 6:00 pm, Joanna Parson's HAPPY HOUR SALON, now in its fourth season, holds another third-Friday-of-every-month show at SIBERIA BAR (356 12 West 40th Street, NYC). This is the opportunity to meet folks who've been in the Writing for Performance Workshops and are creating solo shows and other writings and testing out ten-minute segments. Guests are MOTH-Grand Slam champion, James Braly and Stand-up comic Ritch Duncan. Happy Hour Salon is 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/

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.

NEXT DCCN OPEN MIC ON MONDAY, JUNE 20th
The next Open Mic night of the DCCN (DC Cabaret Network) will be held on Monday, June 20th at the THE WAREHOUSE THEATRE (1021 7th Street NW, Washington, DC) Irving Berlin is the theme. Cash bar, good cheer, all welcome. Stay tuned for more details!

JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS LIVE TAPING JUNE 30th 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, with the final show for this series set for June 30th. The shows are presented at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ) at 7:30 pm. June 30th guests are Lorna Dallas, Maya Days, Classical Pianist Meral Guneyman, Trent Armand Kendall, Mary Liz Mcnamara, Sidney Myer, Comedienne Jane Stroll and Todd Sullivan (Violinist). There is a $20 cover, $12 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

A WORD FROM OUR SPONSORS
REMEMBER: Each MONDAY issue of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE newsletter includes listings for all the banner advertisers on the website as long as the banner is running. In many cases there are more detailed articles on these items in the CABARET NEWS section of the website.
KARREN DILLE TRAVELS AT THE SPEED OF LIFE AT MAMA'S
Karren Dille, who played Betty Rizzo in "Grease" on Broadway and on tour, returns for a fourth time to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmama.com/ ) with her new show "Travelin' at the Speed of Life." Musical director is Rob La Rocco. There is a $12 cover and 2-drink minimum.

STEVEN RAY WATKINS WITH GUILTY PLEASURES AT THE ENCORE
Bistro and MAC Award winner Steven Ray Watkins returns with a new solo show called "Guilty Pleasures - Vol. 1 - Olivia Newton John" at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ). Shows are scheduled for Wednesdays, June 15th 22nd & 29th at 7:00 pm and Fridays, June 17th & 24th and July 1st at 9:30 pm. The band consists of Jerry Smith on drums, Kyle Sanna on guitar, and Matt Wigton on bass, with backing vocals by Karen Mack, Alisa Schiff and Julie Stirman. Direction is by Lennie Watts. There is a $15 cover and a $12 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

MARCUS SINGS MATHIS
2004 and 2005 MAC Award-winning vocal phenomenon Marcus Simeone returns to New York for three very special performances of his show "MATHIS" at HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/ ) on Thursdays, June 9th, 16th and 23rd at 7:00 pm. Musical directors/arrangers for the show are Tracy Stark and Michael Sansonia on piano and guitar, Marco Brehm on bass. There will be a $15 music charge and a $15 Food/Drink minimum. There is a $10 cover charge for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

RICK SKYE SERVES UP ANOTHER SLICE O' MINNELLI
Bistro Award Winning, Singer/Comic Rick Skye is bringing his hit show, "A Slice O' Minnelli" back to New York for the month of June. The show has been touring and has received great reviews and had very successful runs in Chicago (at the Lakeshore Theater), in Provincetown (at The Vixen) in Rehoboth Beach and in several venues in New York. The show runs June 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th at 9:30 pm at HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/ ). There is a $15 cover charge with a $15 food or drink minimum. There is a $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NEW ALL-ORIGINAL MUSICAL AT THE ENCORE IN JUNE
Five performances of the new all-original musical revue What's Your Problem? by Hector Coris and Paul L. Johnson at 7:00 pm at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ). The show plays on Thursday nights, June 9th, 16th and 23rd at 7:00 pm. Switching gears from his debut cabaret show, Not Me!, in this show Hector turns the pointing finger away from himself and onto the rest of the world - namely his single friends and the gay community. The show stars an attractive cast including Dawn Trautman, Travis Bloom and Matthew Myers. There is a $10 cover charge plus a $12 food/drink minimum. $5 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

SHAYNEE RAINBOLT SINGS AT THE ENCORE IN JUNE
The Shaynee Rainbolt Quartet will appear in June at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ), NYC's hot new club for two more Wednesdays in June, the 8th & 15th, both shows at 9:30 pm. The group features Shaynee Rainbolt on vocals, Tedd Firth on piano, Tom Hubbard on bass and Warren Odze on drums. There is a $12 cover and a $12 food/drink minimum. There is an $8 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

JASPER KUMP SINGS ABOUT SUNDAYS IN NEW YORK
Jasper Kump makes his NYC cabaret debut on Mondays, June 6th & 13th at 9:30 pm AT HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/ ). He'll perform songs from his new CD "Sundays in New York" along with the Russ Kassoff Quartet featuring Russ Kassoff on Piano), Martin Wind on Bass, Rick Cutler on Percussion and Gerry Niewood on Horns. There is a $20 cover, $15 food/drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE WEBSITE FOR MORE

NEW WEBSITE A TRIBUTE TO THE LATE PHIL CAMPANELLA
A new website, http://www.PhilCampanella.com/ is a tribute website for the late Phil Campanella. Good bye Phil Campanella. Your spirit will live on in your students and in all who knew you. If you knew Phil, studied with Phil, etc., please when you visit the website add an entry to the guest book. Your guest-book entry made now, will be increasingly more meaningful to the community of Phil Campanella admirers as the years and decades pass.

"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 19th. 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 HOTTEST CABARET/PIANO BAR NOW IN MIDTOWN
New York's newest and hottest piano bar and show room, THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ) is located in the heart of the theater district. "The Encore" boasts a state of the art cabaret room, a large, modern piano bar, and a menu that features a delicious range of light fare and desserts. Doors open at 4:00 pm, with happy hour drink prices until 8:00 pm. A complete cabaret schedule can be found on the website. Lennie Watts serves as the general manager and booking manager of this exciting new club.

NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS LIVE TAPING JUNE 30th 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 next show will be presented at THE ENCORE (266 West 47th Street, NYC - 212-221-3960 - http://www.theencorenyc.com/ ) at 7:30 pm on June 30th. 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 June and July. 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.

SUMMER BIG & BIGGER BANNER SALE FOR JULY & AUGUST
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE continues all summer long - we never take a vacation from sending out our twice-a-week issues. So, if you run a banner ad in July and/or August, you will be promoted in every MONDAY issue week after week (and if you offer a discount to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, in the MIDWEEK issue as well!). Now the good news: We are having a special BIG & BIGGER BANNER sale in July and August! Get four weeks supersize banner advertising for the price of three, or get three weeks megasize banner advertising for the price of two! This offer is for a limited number of banners running between June 26th, 2005 and September 3rd, 2005. Savings run from 20% to 30% - more if you are a GOLD or above member.

To qualify for this special price, the SUPERSIZE banner must begin its 4-week run no later than August 7th, 2005, the MEGASIZE banner must begin its run no later than August 14th, 2005. It must run for only four weeks, or three weeks respectively - no extensions at these prices. Advertising is limited to one banner per advertiser per given period. Completed Banner must be provided by the advertiser.

The number of banners available in this offer is limited to 15 per week, since several of the 20 slots normally available are already reserved. Banner must be paid in full before start of run. Acceptable ads are placed on first-ordered, first-paid, first-served basis. I reserve the right to reject any ad or link that I feel in any way would offend my regular web page visitors, is not cabaret-related or would not be appropriate for the website. Banners will run from SUNDAY through SATURDAY.

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. SPECIAL NOTE: Not all June schedules have been received as of press time, so some venue listings are incomplete.
NEW YORK CITY - MAJOR ENGAGEMENTS
AT THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM (59 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-840-6800 ext. 171 - http://www.algonquinhotel.com/ ) - The Algonquin is proud to announce the Oak Room debut of one of America's most honored singers, Jack Jones, in an exclusive limited engagement through June 11th. 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.

The Peccadillo Theater Company is pleased to announce the return of their production of The Talk Of The Town, which is about the Algonquin Round Table, fittingly at THE ALGONQUIN OAK ROOM. The Talk Of The Town begins performances every Monday through August 22nd. Lyrics and music are by Ginny Redington and Tom Dawes, and the show is directed by Dan Wackerman. Tickets are $55 with a 2-drink minimum.

AT AU BAR (41 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-308-9455 - http://www.ticketweb.com/ ) - The club presents an exclusive two-week engagement (June 15th through June 26th) by San Francisco-based jazz vocalist Kitty Margolis. Ms. Margolis will be supported by a trio including Xavier Davis (piano), Sean Smith (bass) and Allison Miller (drums). This will be Margolis' first extended engagement in New York. Ms. Margolis will play the following schedule: 8:00 pm Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday (no Tuesday show) and 7:30 pm and 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $35 (Wednesday, Thursday, & Sunday) and $50 (Friday & Saturday). There is a two-drink minimum required at all shows.

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) - Eartha Kitt, who has enthralled audiences worldwide, returns to this epitome of chic to take part in the room's exciting 50th Anniversary celebration. Offering an evening of standards and songs associated with her international career, Miss Kitt will be accompanied on piano by her musical director Daryl Waters, as well as by Calvin Jones on bass, Brian Grice on drums and Tony Cintron on percussion. Performances continue through Saturday, July 2nd. The performance schedule is: Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8:45 pm with an additional late show on Saturdays at 10:45 pm. There is an $85 cover charge on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings and a $95 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/ ) - "An Evening with MICHAEL McKEAN & ANNETTE O'TOOLE: NO STANDARDS," through Tuesday June 7th. The show will play this Tuesday at 8:30 pm with a $60 cover and a $40 minimum.

Also, the club presents the debut engagement of multi-faceted actress, singer, activist and author, Dana Reeve, on Friday & Saturday, June 10th and 11th at 8:30 pm. Ms. Reeve is best known as the host of the Lifetime Television series "Lifetime Live," starring on Broadway, TV guest spots and as the wife of the late actor Christopher Reeve. Her show is a poignant, funny and tender musical journey through her relationships with friends and family. Her musical director is Charlie Alterman. Both shows have a $60 cover and a $40 minimum.

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.

AT THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/ ) - The First Annual Broadway Cabaret Festival, featuring stars from Broadway and Cabaret, takes place on October 21st through 23rd. Tickets are $40 & $45 and available now.

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 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: Christine Andreas (June 6th), 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.

CAFE DEVILLE (103 Third Avenue, NYC - tkts: 212-677-4210 ext. 12) - Ann Hampton Callaway will sing at a benefit for CLASSIC STAGE COMPANY (http://www.classicstage.org/ ) Tuesday, June 28th at 8:30 pm. See website for details.

AT CATERINA'S (316 East 53rd Street, NYC - 212-355-5360 - http://cabaretusa.com/_wsn/page2.html ) - Sunday afternoons, June 26th and July 3rd at 2:00 pm, Australia jazz/cabaret star Janet Seidel in an exclusive NYC appearance. No cover - $15 minimum. Open mic: 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 June: Blossom Dearie on Saturdays at 7:00 pm & Sundays at 6:15 pm Judy Kreston & David Lahm, 11th, 18th & 25th; Moira Danis, 12th; Barb Fasano, Wednesdays at 9:15 starting the 8th; 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/ ) - MEDIA KILLED THE VIDEO STAR, the 80's caba-dramedy, Thursdays at 8:00 pm. A young boy dreams of one day becoming a 'solid gold' dancer but is overwhelmed with the effects of music videos, bad hair, sex, drugs and the age of the 'me' generation. $20 at door, $17 advance via theatermania.com plus $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 June: 2004 MAC Award winning Ron Poole's "Poole Party" Saturdays at 11:00 pm; Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX, Thursdays at 6:00 pm; Next Big Broadway Musical, Saturdays at 8:30 pm through June 11th; Colette Hawley, Mondays at 9:00 pm; Marilyn Tapes, 12th, 19th & 26th; Carol McCann, 10th; Blue Jupiter, 7th, 9th, 23rd, 30th; The Money Shot, Vol 2, 9th & 13th; David St. John: Caliente, 12th, 19th, 25th & 26th; 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 June: Mostly Sondheim, Fridays at 11:00 pm; Broadway Downtown, 6th & 13th; Suzanne Fiore, Thursdays at 7:00 pm starting the 9th; John Fugelsang, 8th & 9th; many more. See the website or call the club for all events, exact 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 June: Sundays at 2:00 pm, Jazz Brunch with Richard Rodney Bennett; Lesley Anderson & Ricky Ritzel, Thursdays at 11:00 pm; GASHOLE, Saturdays at 8:00 pm starting on the 11th; "What's Your Problem?" Revue, Thursdays at 7:00 pm; Shaynee Rainbolt, 8th & 15th; Steven Ray Watkins, Wednesdays at 7:00, Fridays at 9:30 pm starting the 15th; Melissa Mason Jones, 10th, 20th, 23rd & 27th; Alisa Schiff, 6th & 15th; Jamie deRoy & friends, 30th; Greg Pernhagan, 7th; Quinn Lemley, 8th; many 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 June: Timeless Divas, Sundays at 7:00 pm through the 19th; Rick Skye, Wednesdays at 9:30 pm; Jasper Kump, Mondays, June 6th & 13th at 9:30 pm; Marcus Simeone, Thursdays at 7:00 pm; 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/ ) - June events: Mondays, the legendary Les Paul; Tuesdays, The Mingus Big Band; Thursdays, Scott Barbarino & The Cosmopolitans Variety Hour with lots of guests; 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, 12:00 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/ ) - 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 LIVE AT OPIA (130 East 57th Street, NYC - 212-688-3939 - http://www.opiarestaurant.com/ ) - Schedule not received at press time.

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.

AT NINO'S TUSCANY (117 West 58th Street, NYC - 212-757-8630 - http://www.ninostuscany.com/ ) - Pennsylvania-based pianist/singer/songwriter Jim Loftus is here on Mondays, starting June 6th and Tuesday through Saturday Irving Fields is at the piano from 7:00 to 10:30 pm.

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. Performances are every Wednesday at 1:00 pm, $5 admission.

AT SIBERIA BAR (356 12 West 40th Street, NYC) - On Friday, June 17th at 7:00 pm, Joanna Parson's HAPPY HOUR SALON, now in its fourth season, holds another third-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, the second Monday of every month 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. Next show is June 13th. $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 THE TAVERN ON THE GREEN (Central Park at West 67th Street, NYC - 212-873-3200 - http://web.tavernonthegreen.com/ ) - Wednesdays, June 8th and 15th, Lynn DiMenna is here. Showtime is 7:00 to 10:00 pm. $10 cover.

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/ ) - Monday, June 13th, at 7:00 pm, the final concert in the Broadway by the Year series, The Broadway Musicals of 1962. 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/ ) - 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 June: Debra Frankel, 17th; "Live at The Turn" 8th & 22nd; If We Were Men We'd Be Famous, 11th & 25th; 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: 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 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 BRADSTAN (Route 17B, White Lake, NY - 845-583-4114 - http://bradstancountryhotel.com/ ) - Friday, June 24th at 7:00 & 9:00 pm, Vocalist Kristopher McDowell and musical director Ed Alstrom join forces in this new night club act that is influenced by the jazz world. Directed by Shari Upbin. Call for cover/minimum information.

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 GUILD HALL of the JOHN DREW THEATER (East Hampton, NY - Tkts: 866-811-4111 - http://www.guildhall.org/ ) - Sunday, July 3rd at 8:00 pm, Sam Harris presents a two hour theatrical concert that features standards and Pop classics. $35-$55

AT THE ICE PALACE (Main Walk, Cherry Grove, Fire Island, NY - 631-597-6600 - http://www.grovehotel.com/ ) - On Sunday, June 19th at 9:00 pm, John De Marco presents "Live at Cherry Grove," with Sidney Myer, Audrey Lavine, Diana Lorge, Chuck Sweeney, Lennie Watts, Frank Dain. Susan Peirez, with Barry Levitt on piano. $10 cover, 1-drink minimum.

AT JEANNE RIMSKY THEATER AT LANDMARK (212 Main Street, Port Washington, NY - 516-767-6444 - http://www.landmarkonmainstreet.org/ )Barry Levitt Presents the "People's Choice" Winning Songs joined by Eric Michael Gillett, Sal Viviano, Deborah Tranelli, Val Ryder, Annette Sanders. WBGO's Michael Bourne hosts. $30 - $40

THE WATERCOLOR CAFE (2094 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, NY - 914-834-2213 - http://www.watercolorcafe.net/ ) - Jazz vocalist Catherine Dupuis continues her celebrating of her third exceptional CD Rules of the Road, performing with the Russ Kassoff Trio on Thursday, June 9th, 7:30 to 11:00 pm. Call for cover/minimum information.

CABARET IN PENNSYLVANIA
AT THE CABARET at Odette's (South River Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-3000 - http://www.bobegan.net/Odettes.html) - Monday, June 6th, Bob's big Monday Showcase; Wednesday, June 8th, Ann Phillips; Thursday, June 9th, The True Soul Trio: David Barry, Jeff Kline & Jim Rowland; Friday through Sunday, June 10th through 12th, Mose Allison. 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 THE RENAISSANCE PITTSBURGH HOTEL (107 Sixth Street, Pittsburgh, PA - ProArts Tickets at 412-394-3353 ) - CABARET PITTSBURGH has announced the RIVERVIEW SERIES. 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.

BLUES ALLEY (1073 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC - 202-337-4141 - http://www.bluesalley.com/ ) - Monday, June 6th, Phaze II (Jazz Ensemble); Tuesday, June 7th, Tony Desare (Jazz Vocals/Piano); Wednesday, June 8th, Hod O'Brien Trio (Piano); Thursday, June 9th, Dave Stryker - Steve Slagle Quintet (Guitar/Sax);Friday through Sunday, June 10th through 12th, Terence Blanchard. Call the club for showtimes, cover/minimum charges.

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.

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 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; Matt Pryor and Rachel Soloman, Wednesdays; Joelle, Thursdays; Mary Callanan & Brian Patton, Fridays; Carol O'Shaughnessy & Steve Heck, Saturdays; 9:30 pm - no cover.

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 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.

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 (55 Nicholas Road, Framingham, MA - 781-772-1945 - http://www.amazingthings.org/ ) - Open Mic with Leslie Holmes & Michael Larson is presented here on Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. This week's guest on June 8th is John O'Neill.

AT CR SPARKS RESTAURANT AND LOUNGE (18 Kilton Road, Bedford, NH - 603-647-7275) - Ida Zecco with Jim Rice at piano, 7:00 pm. 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 Thursday, 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, June 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/ ) - Through June 26th, LIBBY'S celebrates their 5th Anniversary with Lisa Paige & Libby Whittemore in an all-new show loaded with standards, show-tunes, duets and special guest Connie Sue Day serving up Patsy Cline, Trisha Yearwood, Hank Williams, etc. 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
THE MARINA POINT PAVILION (Beach Road, Boloxi, MS - 228-697-5195) - The Alabama-based Politically Incorrect Cabaret presents "A Four-More Fourth!" on Saturday, July 2nd aT 7:00 pm. $20/person table seating, BYOB; $10.00 row seating.

AT LE CHAT NOIR (715 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA - 504-581-5812 - http://www.cabaretlechatnoir.com/ ) - Monday, June 6th celebrate the release of Shawn Ryan's new CD, Blue Skies accompanied by Kelly Park with special guest Shaynee Rainbolt; Thursdays through Saturdays, June 9th through 18th, Karen Akers with "When a Lady Loves," tickets $39 + $6 drink minimum; more. Call for all events, 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.

AT THE MAIN STREET THEATER (4617 Montrose Boulevard, Houston, TX - 713-524-6706 - http://www.mainstreettheater.com/ ) - June 17th through July 17th, "JACQUES BREL IS ALIVE AND WELL AND LIVING IN PARIS" with Jonathan McVay, Bethany Daniels, Terry Jones and Deborah Boily. $20. Special Opening Night Benefit Show with Reception (great wine and food) hosted by Cafe Rablais - $50.00 ticket.

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 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 CYRANO'S BISTRO, WINE BAR AND CABARET (546 N. Wells, Chicago, IL - 312-467-0546 - http://www.cyranosbistro.com/ ) - Celebrate Bastille Day, Saturday, July 16th with Suzanne Petri & Elizabeth Doyle. Future shows, Suzanne appears on July 30th, August 13th & September 10th with Bob Moreen, and on September 24th with Phillip Caldwell. $10 cover.

AT DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - http://www.davenportspianobar.com/ ) - Appearing in June: Monday, June 6th, Toby Parker at 8:00, $15; Wednesdays at 8:00 pm, Jazz and Wine Flights with The Jeff Hedberg Trio, $10; Thursdays at 8:00 pm, Torch and Twang - Kt McCammond & Liz Wiener, $15; Fridays at 8:00 pm, Pop Psychology, $15; Fridays at 10:00 pm, Late Night Cabaret, presented by members of CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/ ); Saturdays at 8:00 pm, TRAMPS LIKE US, the music of Bruce Springsteen featuring Alanda Coon, Mike Descoteaux & Tim Meade, $15; Saturdays at 10:00 pm, Cabarah!, $7; Saturday, June 11th at 6:00 & 8:00 pm, Sunday, June 12th at 5:00 & 7:00 pm and Monday, June 13th at 8:00 pm, Debbie Boone, $25-$30; Saturday, June 25th at 8:00 pm, Spider Saloff. 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/ ) - 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) - June, July & August, Audrey Morris at the piano, Saturdays & Sundays, 8:00 to 11:00 pm; Fridays,8:00 to 11:00 pm, Becky Menzie and Tom Michael. Call the club for cover and minimum information.

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 featuring Colleen Meade Ripper, Megan Meade Higgins, Suzette Shuller, Lindsey Tycholiz, and Caren Bayer. Produced and directed by Sharlan Douglas, musical director James Morisi. $15 admission includes soft drinks, coffee and dessert.

AT QUADRACCI POWERHOUSE THEATER (108 East Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI - 414-224-9490 - http://www.milwaukeerep.com/ ) - As part of the 5TH ANNUAL CABARET ARTIST SERIES, produced by Stepping Out Productions, presents Ann Hampton Callaway and Liz Callaway in "Sibling Revelry" on Saturday, June 25th at 8:00 pm. Call for ticket prices.

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/ ).
JOHN ANSON FORD AMPHITHEATER (2580 Cahuenga Boulevard East, Hollywood, CA - 323-461-3673 - http://www.FordAmphitheatre.org/ ) - "In Good Company," on Sunday, July 10th, with a battalion of the world's top cabaret and Broadway performers joining to raise money for Tsunami victims in Sri Lanka. Tickets are $30 - $35.

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 CORKY'S JAZZ CLUB (8256 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA - 323-658-6004) - June 8th & 9th, Carol Robbins Trio; June 10th & 11th, Jeff Aymar Trio. Call for showtimes, cover/minimum information.

AT THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 - http://www.cabaretwest.org/gardenia.htm ) - Open mic "Mundy on Tuesday," hosted by Mary Jo Mundy alternating with Keri Kelsey, continues here every week starting around 9:00 pm; Call for other events, showtimes, cover charge & minimums.

AT MAGGIANO'S (189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, CA - 323-965-9665) - Gregg Marx, Wednesdays at 6:30 pm. No cover.

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.clptest.com/schroeders/ ) - SMGO Productions presents The Needemann Brothers, Anthony Bollotta and Jorge Luis Abreu, on Friday, June 10th with accompanist Rayme Sciaroni, $22; Todd Schroeder returns on Saturday, June 11th for the Schroeder's 1st anniversary celebration, $25; Sandy Campbell stars on Friday, June 17th with accompanist G. Scott Lacy, $22; Karen Giorgio headlines on Saturday, June 18th with accompanist Cris O'Bryon, $22. All shows are at 8:00 pm.

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; Thursdays, Les Michaels hosts the CABARET SERIES, with accompaniment provided by Ron Snyder, with guest artists 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 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.

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 ANNA'S JAZZ ISLAND (2120 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA - 510-841-5299 - http://www.annasjazzisland.com/ ) - This newly opened jazz club in downtown Berkeley is rapidly becoming a lively showcase for some of the finest Bay Area talent. Ellen Robinson, backed by her superb trio is here on Friday, June 17th from 9:00 pm to midnight. Ellen performs rare gems from contemporary composers such as Keb Mo, Mose Allison & Paul Simon, jazz standards, as well as some of her own original tunes. $7.

AT THE EMPIRE PLUSH ROOM at the York Hotel (940 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-885-2800 - http://www.plushroom.com/ ) - Tuesday through Saturday, June 7th through 11th, Angelina Rex, the soprano with the "velvet-and-diamonds voice" and the "chameleonic" temperament makes her Empire Plush Room debut with Songs on a Summer Night, an evening of Gershwin, Duke, Mercer, Emer, and Hollaender and a very special birthday tribute to Harold Arlen and Stephen Sondheim. Call for showtimes, cover & minimum information; 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 LORRAINE HANSBERRY THEATRE (620 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-474-8800 - http://www.ticketweb.com/ ) - Through August 31st, Wednesday through Saturday at 8:00 pm, Sunday at 2:00 pm, "Hush Up, Sweet Charlotte" with Matthew Martin and Varla Jean Merman. Call for show dates and ticket prices.

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. For more information, please e-mail: squirrelmonk@yahoo.com. A Musical Centennial Celebration of the life and music of Harold Arlen, "From Harlem to Beyond The Rainbow!" with Benn Bacot, June 12th & 19th, 3:00 to 5:00 pm, $15 cover.

AT THE NEW CONSERVATORY THEATRE CENTER (25 Van Ness Avenue, SF - 415-861-8972 - http://www.nctcsf.org/ ) - 2005 Concert Series, "Now & Then," through August 28th. Shows: "Someday Love" with songs written by and starring Spencer Day, through July 3rd; "Drunk With Love," starring Terese Genecco, July 15th through August 14th; "Dress Up!" starring Carole Cook, August 18th through 28th. Series Tickets: $36 - $70; Single show tickets $15 - $28. Times and dates vary - see the website for full schedule.

AT MICHAEL'S OCTAVIA LOUNGE (1772 Market Street, SF - 415-863-3516 - http://www.octavialounge.com/ ) - "Watch Me Shine," with Paige Boston, Kieleil De Leon, Nick Kealy, Estelle Mays, Arthur Scappaticci and Jeffrey Van Dyk presents a musical history of the gay & lesbian experience. Performances are June 15th through 25th - showtimes vary, so call the club for details. $20 plus $10 food drink minimum.

AT THE PURPLE ONION (140 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco, CA - http://www.caffemacaroni.com/purple.shtml ) - Wednesdays, June 8th & 15th, 8:00 pm to midnight, "Singers, Songwriters, Storytellers, Poets" with Mister Pete Duggan and Mister Guy J. Jackson; Thursday & Friday, June 9th & 10th, comic Zach Galifianakis; Thursday through Saturday, June 16th through 18th, comic Todd Barry. Next Open-Mic night with the Kitchenettes is June 24th. Call the club for showtimes, cover & minimum information.

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 June 14th with Shawn Ryan on Booking and Touring your show and a Mini-set by Marni Warner. $5 cover.

AT THE ZINGARI LOUNGE at The Donatello Hotel (501 Post Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-885-8850) - Friday June 17th and Saturday June 24th, Linda Kosut with Ken Muir at the piano, 8:00 pm to midnight. Call for cover/minimum information.

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 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) - Cabaret icon Steve Ross returns with "Something Old, Something New," his most requested songs, Fridays through Sundays, through June 12th. $75 includes a 3 course gourmet dinner with six choices Show only $39 (a la carte dinner available).

CABARET IN LONDON & EUROPE
AT ARC THEATRE (College Road, Trowbridge, UK - 01225 756376 - http://www.arctheatre.org.uk/ ) - Friday, June 10th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.

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 CAFE PRAGUE at Komedia Cabaret (Gardner Street, Brighton, UK - Tickets: 01273 647100 - http://www.komedia.co.uk/ ) - Wednesday. June 8th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.

AT BRIDGEWATER ARTS CENTRE (11-13 Castle St, Bridgewater, Somerset, UK - 01278 422700 - http://www.bridgwaterartscentre.co.uk/ ) - Saturday, June 11th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.

AT LAMPROOM THEATRE (Westgate,Barnsley, UK - 01226 200075 - http://www.lamproom.com/ ) - Sunday, June 12th, Barb Jungr appears at the Barnsley Raise Your Voice Festival hosted by Ian McMillan.

AT THE NEW END THEATRE (27 New End, Hampstead, London - 0870 033 2733 - http://www.newendtheatre.co.uk ) - 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/ ) - Mari Wilson, June 20th to 25th; Rest of schedule not received at press time. Call for exact showtimes, covers & minimums.

AT VORTEX JAZZ BAR (Dalston Culture House, Gillett Street, London - 020 7690 6661 - http://www.vortexjazz.co.uk/ ) - Saturday, June 18th, Barb Jungr continues her "Love Me Tender" CD release tour. Call for showtime, cover/minimum information.

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