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This is the MIDWEEK Issue
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE which includes news, breaking stories and
notes, cabaret tips, announcements of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE reviews,
plus listings of shows offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE. The MONDAY Issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE includes cabaret
news from around the world, and also includes information on all the
banner ads running on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
TODAY'S FEATURE STORY
HELEN'S MARKS THIRD ANNIVERSARY
WITH GALA PARTY
Colm Reilly And Shane Mathews
cordially invite their many supporters and friends to celebrate the
3rd ANNIVERSARY of HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth
Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) on Friday, March 30th, from 8:00 pm "until the cows come home!" HELEN'S
has become famous for their parties and this is their annual, over-the-top,
no-holds-barred celebration!
Everyone is
invited to drop by to help celebrate three fabulous years of presenting
amazing classic, cutting edge, and up-and-coming performers in The
Hideaway Room; presenting an assortment of fantastic singers, pianists,
and other entertainers in the piano lounge; and presenting a consistently
excellent menu in The Candlelight Room.
There will
be THREE sumptuous buffets ... a cocktail-hour appetizer buffet, a
dinner buffet, and a dessert buffet (complete with the return of HELEN'S
famous Chocolate Fountain!). Entertainment will be provided by New
York City's legendary lounge duo, THE LOUNGE-O-LEERS, starting at
10:00 pm.
No cover -
cash bar.
HEADLINES OF UPCOMING EVENTS
FOUND IN THIS ISSUE
Here are headlines of stories
and news items to be found in this issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
Nearly all refer to more detailed items found on the CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE website.
HELEN'S MARKS THIRD ANNIVERSARY
WITH GALA PARTY
BABY JANE DEXTER IN ENCORE
PERFORMANCE OF ACCLAIMED SHOW
LAINIE COOKE MAKES RETURN
APPEARANCE AT THE CORNELIA STREET CAFE
JUDY GOLD HEADLINES ADAM
SANKS GAY BASH!
TERESE GENECCO RETURNS WITH
NEW SHOW CELEBRATING ARTHUR SCHWARTZ
ART OF CABARET MASTER CLASSES
FEATURE TOP CABARET NAMES
JEAN BRASSARD SINGS YVES
MONTAND
COLM REILLY RETURNS WITH
HIT IRISH SHOW
VICKIE SCHMITT IS BACK WITH
BULLSCHMITT!
SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX
TONIGHT WITH CHARLOTTE D'AMBOISE
THE IRIDIUM JAZZ BRUNCH SUNDAY
WITH GUEST LADY CANTRESE
DAVE'S GONE BY ON RADIO &
NET TALKS TO JOE FRANKLIN
SALON SUNDAYS GOES AROUND
THE WORLD IN 80 SONGS
THE ELECTRO SHOCK THERAPY
COMEDY HOUR SUNDAY CELEBRATES FOOLS
NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS
TV BROADCAST TUESDAY, APRIL 3rd
BACK STAGE'S BISTRO AWARDS
GALA SET FOR APRIL 9th
METROPOLITAN ROOM PRESENTS
"MISS TAMMY GRIMES"
JACKIE MASON MAKES HIS LAST
AREA APPEARANCE PRIOR TO BROADWAY
BECKIE MENZIE & TOM MICHAEL
OPEN NEW SHOW
THE AFTER PARTY FRIDAY AT
THE BEECHMAN WITH GUEST DONNA VIVINO
"EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW" SUNDAY
FEATURES MORE ON MERCER
CABARET "IN CONCERT" FUNDRAISER
APRIL 12th
IMPORTANT NEWS FROM/ABOUT
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Just when CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE was getting back on track financially after a steep drop in banner
ad and membership income in December and January, along comes a note
on March 1st from the landlord that he wants to move part of his family
back into this apartment on May 1st - meaning CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
needs new digs quickly. This will result in some unanticipated costs
that cannot be avoided.
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HERE & THERE
As you know, I believe in
miracles, and also believe that nothing happens by accident. A few weeks
ago I ran into an old (meaning long-time) cabaret friend and we were
playing "catch-up" regarding the various events in our lives since we
last talked. I mentioned that I was not happy with my living situation
in Queens and he mentioned that he had a spare bedroom at his apartment
in Manhattan. It sounded tempting, but finances being what they were
at the time I declined. Then a week later, unexpectedly, I got a notice
from the landlord that we (I have 4 roommates) had to vacate this apartment
by April 30th. The owner of the building is moving part of his family
back into this apartment (he lived here with his family originally),
and by NYC housing rules this is his right.
Right around
the same time (and I know it is not a coincidence) I received several
orders for banners on the website and with it a nice increase in available
funds. Needless to say (but I of course will say it anyway), I contacted
my old fried immediately to set up a time to see the space and discuss
terms, etc. Just as a safety net, my pal Daniel here in Queens began
to hunt on my behalf in this area as well, and I checked out several
of his recommendations. While my apartment situation for the past
two years has not been the best, it has been fun living in this part
of Queens just the same. These past few years have been quite exciting
ones - meeting so many of new friends and mixing with the folks of
so many cultures and countries living in this area. Within walking
distance I can find Indian, Columbian, Ecuadorian, Chinese, Pakistani,
Greek, Middle Eastern and even Peruvian restaurants. A lad from Bangladesh
sells me donuts, a gal from Viet Nam sees to my dry cleaning, the
guy at the deli is trying to teach me Spanish and the shop on the
corner that specializes in nails is staffed by Koreans. And Mexican
delivery boys are everywhere with pizza racks on their bikes. There
is even a Tibetan temple a few blocks over! It has truly been an experience.
But after
weighing all my options I decided to follow that inner voice and return
to Manhattan. Exact date of the move is to be determined - I have
until April 30th to get all my possessions out of this space. But
the new space is available starting Sunday. I am still short of about
$500 needed to make the move, but I have already packed all my books,
CDs and even some clothes in anticipation.
This issue
is going out a bit early today because I will be heading into Manhattan
right after it goes out to work out the details of "movin' on up!"
Well, it isn't really a "penthouse in the sky" but it looks like if
I can raise the necessary funds by Sunday, I will make the move on
Monday after that day's issue goes out.
The logistics
of the move have yet to be determined. Daniel has promised to help,
and is trying to recruit a friend he has with a car to help ferry
my possessions across the river. It is mostly clothing, books, CDs,
a TV, a coffee maker and computer equipment - only one small cabinet
and 2 chairs will be making the trip. The space I will move into is
fairly furnished but I am ordering a new computer desk and office
chair from STAPLES and that should be all I need.
I am going
ahead in faith with arranging for the new space. I am counting on
your support - my friends and my family - as I take this next adventure
in the ongoing saga of the life and the history of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE - and I know in my heart that the funds will be there as needed.
The sparrow still has His eye.
Once again, for those folks
who signed up for the NYC PICKS e-mails, which had been sent out twice
a week, the service has been discontinued due to lack of interest. Only
about 35 folks signed on (we decided that 100 names were necessary to
make it worthwhile). Currently there are over 350 subscribers to the
NYC Bulletin Service (announcing show cancellations, special news and
other items of interest mainly to NYC area readers), and this service
- which is strictly only for special notices - is continuing. The bi-weekly
picks took about an hour to prepare each time and with so few people
interested I decided to use that time for other work.
There are a few events coming
up in the NYC area that are really important for cabaret fans.
On April 9th
Back Stage Magazine will hold their annual Bistro Awards Gala at GOTHAM
COMEDY CLUB (208 West 23rd Street, NYC - 212-367-9000 - http://www.gothamcomedyclub.com/
). At the gala Back Stage will fete Tony Award winner Betty Buckley
and 38 winners of its annual Bistro Awards, which celebrate and honor
outstanding excellence in cabaret and distinguished work during 2006.
Award winners are invited to perform at this event so it should really
be a star-studded, exciting evening. Tickets cost $35 plus there is
a two beverage minimum. Premium tickets cost $60, plus the two drink
minimum, and include a champagne reception and preferred seating in
the showroom. To purchase, call (646) 654-5725 or email bistros@backstage.com.
At one time the gala was the number-one entertainment event in town
but the past few years budget constraints made the event an "invitation
only" affair. This year the public is invited, and all cabaret fans
are urged to show their support for BACK STAGE Editor-at-Large Sherry
Eaker who is producing the show. If it is a sell out it may once more
become "the hottest ticket in town" every spring. Plus it will show
the "powers that be" at the magazine the importance of cabaret to
the folks in NYC. Please call in your ticket order today! SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070409Bistro.shtml
Also, the
21st ANNUAL MAC AWARDS will be presented at a gala show on Tuesday,
May 1st at BB KING'S BLUES CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144
- http://www.bbkingsblues.com/
). I don't know exactly what is being planned, but with Phil Bond
directing the show it should be a winner! And unlike the past few
years, this room has cabaret-style seating with food and beverage
service (2-drink minimum). Seating is limited to 600 - with many seats
already set aside for nominees and press, so be sure to order yours
as soon as possible. Tickets cost from $45 to $125. I urge you to
attend to show this town that the cabaret community is united and
not broken, as some (fortunately only a few) would have you believe.
I hope to have more details on this event in the next few issues.
See the MAC website (http://www.macnyc.com/
) for more information on how to order your tickets.
While on this subject, I
want to urge anyone who lives in an area served by a cabaret organization
to join up. Here are some websites that have information: BACA (Boston
Association of Cabaret Artists - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
); CABARET WEST (http://www.cabaretwest.org/
); CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
); DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/
); MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets - http://www.macnyc.com/
). These organizations provide their memberships with mailing lists
to publicize their shows, networking opportunities, workshops and seminars,
performance events and other services. And don't just join - volunteer!
I know nearly all the leaders of these organizations, and I also know
they are all overworked - the more members who volunteer their time
the better the organization can serve all their members.
With the final MAC AWARD
nominees announced, a number of performers are preparing repeat performances
of their 2006 shows as a means of showing the voters their stuff. But
because the ballots just went into the mail on Saturday, getting the
word out about your show on short notice becomes a problem. Need I remind
you of the advantages of running an ad on CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE? Unlike
an expensive to print, expensive to mail, post card or flier, a banner
on CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is seen every day, again and again - not just
once and tossed in the recycle bin. And it is seen by cabaret lovers
(and MAC voters) all over the world (even by folks who might not be
able to make your show) again and again, every day.
Just click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the top
of every page on the website to see sample banners, prices, sizes
and styles. There are ad styles available and affordable to every
taste and price range. And as an added bonus, your cabaret or CD offering
gets a mention in every MONDAY issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE which
is e-mailed to over 2,700 cabaret lovers around the world. By the
way, the lowest cost ads (side bars) are limited to 5 per week. In
most instances, we can have your banner or ad up and running within
24 hours!
I had the bad experience
these past few weeks attending shows that were exciting, entertaining
and fun but the fact that there were so few in the audience put a damper
on the proceedings. One show had four performers on stage and just four
of us in the audience. At another show I was the only person in the
audience (plus the director). A third show featured award-winning performers
and less than a dozen in the seats. I am happy to report that in all
cases the performers went ahead and gave their all - as though there
wasn't an empty seat in the house (one even addressed the audience as
"Ladies and Gentlemen" when I was the only person there).
Now I could
simply say that none of the shows were running ads on CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE, but I know that was not the reason for the small turnouts.
Running an ad - even on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website - does
not alone an audience create. There are Broadway shows spending hundreds
of thousands of dollars on radio, TV and print ads that are playing
to 40% capacity. Creating an audience takes a multi-faceted approach
- and has to start many weeks before your show, actually from the
day you get your booking dates confirmed.
First off,
you need to contact your friends and family. Cabaret was originated
as "friends and family" entertainment. Poets, songwriters, musicians
and other artists gathered in the small halls in Germany and France
to show off their latest creations. Soon the better presentations
were adopted by producers to be presented in larger and larger venues.
Songs were adopted by other performers. But it begins with friends
and family. And if you don't have a large family, work on making a
lot of friends. And friends who like cabaret are the best kind of
friends to make! Attend other shows (always a good way to meet other
cabaret fans while seeing what other performers are doing). If one
is available, join the local cabaret organization and attend their
networking events, parties, open-mics etc. And the worst way to try
to make friends is to talk about yourself! Ask them what they are
up to, what shows they have seen recently, what kind of music they
enjoy. They will eventually get around to asking you about yourself.
Next get the
word out (a banner ad is suggested, of course), but there are plenty
of free ways to spread the word. A press release sent to all the periodicals
and websites that cover cabaret is a must. That cabaret organization
you joined should have one available as well as the booking manager
of the venue you will be performing at (they have a stake in filling
the house, too). On my website you will see press releases written
by pros for such clubs as Feinstein's, Cafe Carlyle and the Algonquin
- the ritzy and expensive places that hire professionals to write
their releases. Check them out and see what style and format they
use. Remember, weekly and monthly periodicals need your release 3
to 5 weeks in advance. Websites need less time (I can get a release
up on my website in about 24 hours if I feel it is important enough).
And separate from the release send a personal invitation to the publication's
reviewer - along with another copy of the release - about a week or
two before your show.
I will tell
you now that mailing a post card often is a waste of money - I get
post cards mailed 10 to 20 days after they are mailed - about 50%
of the time after the event has taken place. Apparently the post office
takes its time when it comes to post cards. But fliers and cards left
in the racks and tables of clubs that permit it are always a good
way to promote. And if the club where you are leaving your flier has
an open mic piano bar, sing a song or two from your show (tip the
pianist and he just might ask you to sing every time you are in the
room).
Volunteer
to perform at benefits. Visit the piano bars that have open mic nights
and perform a few songs. Even if you don't have a show coming up soon,
get your name, your face, your voice out there. Unseen is unsold!
Join one of
those e-mail groups and when appropriate plug your show. Some "groups"
even have a system where your can arrange your message to be sent
out to all members of the group at specific times. Just don't overdo
it. Sometimes these e-mail promos begin to be spam. There is one person
who actually sends me a promo on his shows/events nearly daily! I
wrote him to please cut back the e-mails and got a nasty response
as though I was the offending one. Needless to say (but of course
I will say it anyway) I no longer read his e-mails.
Build your
mailing list. Start with those same family and friends and add to
the list by collecting the e-mail addresses of folks you meet or who
attend your show. Note of caution: do not "steal" e-mail addresses
off of e-mails you get that might list all recipients. Only add names
of folks who give you permission to send them e-mails. Then use the
list to keep in contact regularly even when you don't have a show
coming up (but again, don't overdo it). Keep your name in front of
them without being obnoxious.
These are
just a few ideas - check out the TIPS & FAQS section on my website
for more ideas and more particulars. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE wants
to help you publicize your event. My message board is free to anyone
- just follow the rules. I invite press releases and if I feel they
are appropriate I will include them on the website and mention them
in the newsletter. I even have a form on my website that you can fill
in if you aren't sure of what I need.
Did you check out the new
photo on the "PHOTO OF THE WEEK" page (just click on the link on my
home page, just below the two super-side bar ads in the left column)?
Someone sent me a vintage photo and you are invited to guess the identity
of the three people in the photo. No prize - but send in your guesses.
All three are famous - sort of. Only three people have sent in a guess
so far (no one has been able to name all three).
Now I have to get ready to
go into town. I must warn everyone that over the next few days there
may be times when I will not have access to your e-mails and the message
board to release your messages. The MONDAY issue might be a day late
as well. Hopefully by the end of next week all will be back to normal.
NOW FOR NEWS ABOUT 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 usually appear just once in the newsletter.
The CABARET NEWS pages on the website are updated regularly, and cover
all areas of the world.
SPECIAL LATE BREAKING NEWS
I am sure you will find information
in this issue you haven't read anywhere else - at least until today!
Please note that in most instances more detailed information and photo
are on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website. Just click on the links provided.
BABY JANE DEXTER IN ENCORE
PERFORMANCE OF ACCLAIMED SHOW
Baby Jane Dexter returns
with her universally acclaimed new show, "You're Following Me!" to THE
METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) for one night only on Saturday April 21st at 8:00 pm. With songs by
greats including: Rogers and Hart, Jerome Kern, Rogers and Hammerstein,
Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley, Leon Russell, Bob Hilliard, Chip
Taylor, and Harold Arlen, she shares intimate interpretations and personal
visions of gems taken from the worlds of pop, jazz R & B and the great
American songbook. For this exclusive engagement, Ms. Dexter will be
joined by her acclaimed musical director, Ross Patterson with Steve
Doyle on bass and David Silliman on drums. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070421Dexter.shtml
LAINIE COOKE MAKES RETURN
APPEARANCE AT THE CORNELIA STREET CAFE
Jazz singer and Harlemwood
Recording Artist Lainie Cooke returns to CORNELIA STREET CAFE (29 Cornelia
Street, NYC - 212-989-9319 - http://www.corneliastreetcafe.com/
) on April 22nd at 9:00 pm with the talented trio of Tedd Firth on piano,
Matt Clohesy on bass and Reggie Quinerly on drums. The petite vocalist
will be making her first appearance in over a year at the Cafe. SEE
FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070422Cooke.shtml
JUDY GOLD HEADLINES ADAM
SANKS GAY BASH!
Adam Sank is proud to welcome
legendary comedian Judy Gold æ a two-time Emmy Award-winner and recent
Drama Desk Award nominee for her hit off-Broadway show, "25 Questions
for a Jewish Mother" æ to his Gay Bash, a monthly showcase of gay and
gay-friendly funsters at COMIX (353 West 14th Street, NYC - 212-524-2500
- http://www.comixny.com/
), on Thursday, April 19th at 8:00 pm. Also appearing as Adams special
guest will be Bob Smith, who has the distinction of being the first
openly gay comic to appear on "The Tonight Show" and have his own HBO
special. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070419Sank.shtml
TERESE GENECCO RETURNS WITH
NEW SHOW CELEBRATING ARTHUR SCHWARTZ
Following multiple, sold-out
appearances in 2006, in both New York City and San Francisco, Terese
Genecco, award-winning vocalist, and BUG:OUT:MUSIC recording artist,
returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440
- http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) in her brand new, solo musical creation, "Alone Together: An Intimate
Celebration of the Music of Arthur Schwartz," with Musical Director,
Barry Lloyd. Performances run Friday April 27th at 7:30 pm, Saturday
April 28th at 8:00 pm and Sunday April 29th at 7:00 pm. SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070429Terese.shtml
ART OF CABARET MASTER CLASSES
FEATURE TOP CABARET NAMES
THE PERRY-MANSFIELD PERFORMING
ARTS SCHOOL & CAMP (40755 RCR 36 Steamboat Springs, CO - 970-879-7125
- http://www.perry-mansfield.org/ad_cab.html
) is pleased to announce the return of their master faculty to this
summer's The Art of Cabaret: Master Classes in Song Performance (August
20th-27th). Masters include Andrea Marcovicci, Karen Mason, Shelly Markham,
Christopher Denny, Barry Kleinbort, and David Gaines. The tuition is
$2400, and participants must audition for acceptance. Auditions will
be held this spring in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCONF070501Perry.shtml
JEAN BRASSARD SINGS YVES
MONTAND
Quebec-born singer, Jean
Brassard, celebrates the life and career of singer-actor Yves Montand
in his show THE KID FROM PARIS at HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO
LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) on Easter Sunday 2007 April 8th with shows at 7:00 and 9:30 pm. The
show features songs from the chanteur's 50 year repertoire and tells
his story through narration and theatrical vignettes. Mr. Brassard presents
his own interpretations in French and English of the song and dance
style that Montand was adored for. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at
http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070408Brassard.shtml
COLM REILLY RETURNS WITH
HIT IRISH SHOW
After presenting his new
hit Irish show, "Home to Ireland," for St. Patrick's Day weekend, Colm
Reilly, 2006 MAC Award Winner for Best Male Vocalist and 2006 New York
Nightlife Award Finalist will follow up his first and very popular Irish
show "Bein' Green: A Collection of Irish Songs" with "Home to Ireland"
once more in a ONE NIGHT ONLY return to HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET
& PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC - 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
) on April 7th at 9:30 pm. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070407Colm.shtml
VICKIE SCHMITT IS BACK WITH
BULLSCHMITT!
Living Room Arts proudly
presents BullSchmitt!, a one- woman comedy written and performed by
Vickie Schmitt and presented at UPSTAIRS AT ROSE'S TURN (55 Grove Street,
NYC - 1-212-366-5438 - http://www.rosesturn.com/
) on Thursdays, April 12th & 26th at 7:00 pm. This hilarious look into
the life of actress Vickie Schmitt is set on stage during a production
of Thornton Wilder's Our Town. As "dead woman number three", Vickie's
mind wanders as she contemplates her past, present, and future. Vickie
shares her witty and sometimes poignant observances in a candid and
energetic hour of fun. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070427Schmitt.shtml
METROPOLITAN ROOM PRESENTS
"MISS TAMMY GRIMES"
Tammy Grimes lights up THE
METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) for three shows only: Wednesday April 4th at 9:30 pm, and Thursdays,
April 5th and 12th at 8:00 pm in her show "Miss Tammy Grimes." In this
show the two-time Tony winner intersperses songs from her Broadway career
with an eclectic mix of songs from others composers such as Jimmy Buffet,
Tom Waits and Noel Coward. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070412Grimes.shtml
JACKIE MASON MAKES HIS LAST
AREA APPEARANCE PRIOR TO BROADWAY
FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency
Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/
) will continue its Spring 2007 season with the return engagement of
the Emmy and Tony Award winning comedy legend Jackie Mason from April
10-21 in his last area appearance prior to Broadway. His show, "All
New: A Pre-Broadway Comedy Workout" Î which features his usual potent
mix of political satire and insightful observations Î will be performed
at Feinstein's before moving to the Great White Way. SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070421Mason.shtml
BECKIE MENZIE & TOM MICHAEL
OPEN NEW SHOW
One of Chicago's favorite
duos, Beckie Menzie & Tom Michael present their new show "Mood Swings
... The Ins and Outs of Ups and Downs" at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee
Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830 - http://www.davenportspianobar.com/
) on Saturdays, April 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th, as well as Thursdays April
19th & 26th, all shows at 8:00 pm. "Mood Swings" is directed by Rob
Lindley. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCHIMW070428Duo.shtml
CABARET "IN CONCERT" FUNDRAISER
APRIL 12th
On Thursday, April 12th there
will be a special Cabaret "In Concert" Fundraiser for the "Music in
the Atrium" program at the MORRISTOWN MEMORIAL CAROL SIMON CANCER CENTER
(100 Madison Avenue, Morristown, NJ - 800-247-9580 - http://www101.atlantichealth.org/en/simon/
) featuring The Laura Hull Trio, AJ Tyndale, Susan Speidel, Jane Arthur,
Michael Traupman and Brett Colby. Bob Egan will host and accompany for
the program. Bob and other musicians provide music weekly, during the
day, in the Atrium for the cancer patients and their families. The event
begins at 5:30 pm for the light buffet dinner prior to the 7:30 show.
Tickets are $85 per person. For reservations call Eileen Heltzer at
973-593-2412. Only a few seats remain for this special evening.
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These news items cover events
of a continuing nature (weekly/monthly) featuring guest artists or of
events of major interest like cabaret festivals and benefits. The items
appear each issue when appropriate, and are placed in chronological
order.
TONIGHT - THURSDAY MARCH
29th
SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX
TONIGHT WITH CHARLOTTE D'AMBOISE
Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY
CHATTERBOX at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788
- http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) is usually presented on Thursdays at 6:00 pm. Tonight, March 29th,
Seth will have as his guest singer/dancer Charlotte d'Amboise best known
for her dancing talent and her frequent stints as Roxie Hart in the
Broadway show Chicago. Seth's weekly interview show always features
stars, soon-to-be stars and folks behind the scenes of the musical theater
stage - for just a $10 cover - 2-drink minimum. Best of all, all proceeds
from the cover go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS (http://www.bcefa.org/
)! For details, see: http://www.sethsbroadwaychatterbox/
.
CABARET SHOWCASE AT CLUB
1020 TONIGHT FEATURES OPEN MIC & GUESTS
Les Michaels' Cabaret Showcase,
normally presented every Thursday night at THE TEN20 at the Wyndham
Bel Age Hotel (1020 North San Vincente Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA
- 310-854-1111) featuring guest performers from the LA cabaret world.
Guests scheduled for tonight are Brenda Varda & Friends: Patty Cornell,
Silvie Zamora, Shannon Ggem and Vinny Picardi. This very popular event,
celebrating its fourth year, is now the longest-running cabaret showcase
of its kind in Los Angeles. There is no cover, no minimum. (Valet Parking
Only - $2 for 2 hours, $3 each additional hour.) For more information
see http:/www.lesmichaels.com/ .
FRIDAY - MARCH 30th
THE AFTER PARTY FRIDAY AT
THE BEECHMAN WITH GUEST DONNA VIVINO
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE
BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
) presents THE AFTER PARTY, an informal social gathering for the theatrically
inclined. Every Friday from 10:30 pm till 2:00 am, join hosts Brandon
Cutrell and Alysha Umphress, as well as 2007 BACK STAGE Bistro Award
winner Ray Fellman at the piano, host this weekly party in the heart
of Manhattan's theatre district. This Friday, March 30th, the show welcomes
back Brandon, who has been away for several weeks on tour. Special guest
us Donna Vivino, who has appeared in the Broadway company of Martin
Short's Fame Becomes Me, Hairspray, Saturday Night Fever and was the
original Young Cosette in Les Miserables. After Party also welcomes
award-winning vocalist Lisa Asher to serve as bartemtress. A favorite
of the Manhattan cabaret scene, Lisa's pour is as ferocious as her belt.
Lisa will be on hand to sing and pour drinks all night long! There is
no cover charge and no minimum.
SUNDAY - APRIL 1st
THE IRIDIUM JAZZ BRUNCH SUNDAY
WITH GUEST LADY CANTRESE
Scott Barbarino presents
Barry Levitt's Vocal Jazz Workshop & Brunch each Sunday at IRIDIUM JAZZ
CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - http://www.iridiumjazzclub.com/
) from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, featuring the "Brunch House Band" which
includes Barry Levitt (piano/musical director), Dave Schnitter (sax),
Cameron Brown (bass) and Anthony Pinciotti (drums). Featured guest this
week, Sunday April 1st will be Lady Cantrese, who will be performing
sets starting around 1:00 pm. Featured in the weeks to come: April 8th,
Esther Beckman; April 15th, Hillary Gardner; April 23rd, Val Ryder.
$21.95 price includes show, brunch buffet & complimentary cocktail.
"AT THE RITZ!" TO BE BROADCAST
SUNDAYS ON STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
Regular weekly live broadcasts
of the AT THE RITZ! radio program can be heard on WVOF 88.5FM from 3:00
to 5:00 pm. Producers and hosts Jeffrey C. Williams and Lynn DiMenna
now announce a new, convenient way to hear their weekly show. Simply
go to http://www.attheritz.org/
and in one click you can enjoy AT THE RITZ! streaming 24/7 anytime!
Sunday shows are rebroadcast throughout the week along with some internet
only music. AT THE RITZ! features cabaret, jazz, Broadway and similar
sophisticated music along with celebrity interviews and commentary.
For more information email attheritz@msn.com.
RELATED STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070131Ritz.shtml
"EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW" SUNDAY
FEATURES MORE ON MERCER
On Sunday, April 1st, EVERYTHING
OLD IS NEW AGAIN, on the Radio over WBAI 99.5 FM and on the Internet
at http://www.2600.com/offthehook/hot2.ram,
usually heard from 9:00 to 11:00 pm host David Kenney will feature more
on MERCER! It began in February with a 3-hour tribute, and now the show
continues the celebration of THE JOHNNY MERCER SONGBOOK! Included is
a pre-recorded interview with Margaret Whiting on her friendship with,
and the career of Mr. Mercer. David will also present another "be a
deejay" segment programmed for your listening pleasure by Listener/Supporter
Bill Sacrey. Each week EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN show features the
usual blend of big-band jazz, swing, standards, showtunes, contemporary
cabaret and celebrity interviews plus occasional Listener DeeJay segments
and MEGA-MEDLEY MADNESS. For more information contact: oldisnew@earthlink.net.
You are also invited to e-mail your comments and suggestions for future
shows. For more information, see http://www.oldisnew.org/
.
DAVE'S GONE BY ON RADIO &
NET TALKS TO JOE FRANKLIN
DAVE'S GONE BY is a weekly
mix of talk-radio, humor and music, ranging from political commentary
to sketch comedy, from theater reviews to interviews, from musical detours
to straight-talking monologues hosted by Dave Lefkowitz. It can be heard
in the NYC area on Sunday nights at 11:00 pm on Long Island's WGBB-AM
(1240) and also on the web, live, at http://www.am1240wgbb.com/
. This Sunday, April 1st Dave will talk to the legendary Joe Franklin.
Plus the usual Inside Broadway segment. Don't miss Dave's half-hour
pre-show with co-host Jeff Goodman at 10:30! Past guests have included
Karen Grassle, Dottie Burman, Neil Sedaka, Tom Paxton, October Project
and Housewives on Prozac. Read all about the show and Sunday's guests
at http://www.davesgoneby.org/
.
SALON SUNDAYS GOES AROUND
THE WORLD IN 80 SONGS
Mark Janas hosts Salon Sundays
on all but the last Sunday of each month starting around 7:00 pm at
the ROUGE WINE BAR at THE PARIS COMMUNE (99 Bank Street, NYC - 212-929-0509
- http://www.ParisCommune.net/
). The shows are a constantly changing program with nights of new works,
singer-songwriter evenings, evenings focussing on a particular style,
a particular cultural influence. This Sunday, April 1st the theme is
"Around the World in Eighty Songs" - songs inspired by the many lands,
cities, seas, and mountains of our mother earth. So get out your atlas
and start looking. No cover, $15 minimum.
THE ELECTRO SHOCK THERAPY
COMEDY HOUR SUNDAY CELEBRATES FOOLS
Adam Sank Hosts THE ELECTRO
SHOCK THERAPY COMEDY HOUR! on Sundays at THERAPY (348 West 52 Street,
NYC - 212-397-1700 - http://www.therapy-nyc.com/
) at 10:00 pm. This Sunday, April 1st celebrate April Fool's Day when
Adam Sank, Therapy's own April fool, welcomes three of New York's most
ingenious jesters. Leading the way will be Therapy favorite Lisa Landry,
who recently starred in her own "Comedy Central Presents" special and
currently tours with Brett Butler's Southern Belles of Comedy. Also
playing the fool will be Erik Rivera (MTV's "Funny People After Dark,"
Latino Laughter at New York Comedy Club) and Scott Sussman ("The Awesome
80s Prom," Laugh Factory). No cover charge, $5 cosmos all night.
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OTHER EVENT ON THE WEBSITE
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per week. Please let me know if you wish to reserve space and for which
weeks (banners run from Sunday through Saturday). Just go to the website
and click on the button BANNER INFO for prices and details. 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.
MONDAY APRIL 2nd
BOB'S BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE
APRIL 2nd AT STOCKTON INN
BOB's BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE
will take place on Monday, April 2nd at 7:30 pm to the STOCKTON INN
(1 North Main Street, Stockton NJ - 609-397-1250 - http://www.bobegan.net/stockton-inn.html
) with featured performers to be announced (see next Monday's issue).
The showcase usually features 5 to 10 vocalists from the NY-NJ-PA area.
Only $8 cover/$10 minimum.
DEBRA AND MARY AT BISCUIT
BBQ MONDAY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
Composer Debra Barsha (RADIANT
BABY) and cabaret chanteuse Mary Cleere Haran perform every Monday at
9:00 pm in an evening of song and witty repartee at BISCUIT BBQ RESTAURANT
(230 Fifth Avenue, Park Slope, Brooklyn NY - 718-399-2161 - http://www.biscuitbbq.com/
). Each week features new songs, a different theme and very special
guest interviews. The next event is Monday, March 18th, guest performer
TBA. The club has been renovated, has hired a new chef, and has changed
its name from NIGHT & DAY RESTAURANT to BISCUIT BBQ. Check website for
latest information.
FUTURE EVENTS
NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS
TV BROADCAST TUESDAY, APRIL 3rd
The cable TV show "Jamie
deRoy & friends" heard locally here in NYC on Time Warner Channel 67
and RCN Channel 109 will next be seen on Tuesday, April 3rd at 8:00
pm. 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/
.
BACK STAGE'S BISTRO AWARDS
GALA SET FOR APRIL 9th
Back Stage will fete Tony
Award winner Betty Buckley and 38 winners of its annual Bistro Awards,
which celebrate and honor outstanding excellence in cabaret and distinguished
work during last year, at a gala awards ceremony in early April. The
Bistro Awards will be held on Monday, April 9th at GOTHAM COMEDY CLUB
(208 West 23rd Street, NYC - 212-367-9000 - http://www.gothamcomedyclub.com/
). At the gala Back Stage will fete Tony Award winner Betty Buckley
and 38 winners of its annual Bistro Awards, which celebrate and honor
outstanding excellence in cabaret and distinguished work during 2006.
Tickets cost $35 plus a two beverage minimum. Premium tickets cost $60,
plus a two drink minimum, and include a champagne reception and preferred
seating in the showroom. To purchase, call (646) 654-5725 or email bistros@backstage.com.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070409Bistro.shtml
- NEXT SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY
MEETING SATURDAY, APRIL 14TH
- THE NEW YORK SHEET MUSIC
SOCIETY (http://www.nysms.org/
), now in its 20th Season, meets the second Saturday afternoon of each
month through June. Coming events: April 14th: The one and only Richard
Skipper (as Carol Channing)! Richard channels Carol Channing and you
would swear that the Hello Dolly star herself was in the room. This
MAC-Awarding winning entertainer will wow you with his talent, great
singing voice and sense of humor. The meetings take place at LOCAL 802
MUSICIANS' HALL (322 West 48th Street, NYC). There is a Flea Market
12:30 - 1:45:00 pm (music sheets, tapes, CD's etc.) Program from 1:45
to 3:30 pm. Non-member guest fee $10. Membership only $50 per year for
9 great Programs and a monthly Newsletter.
21st ANNUAL MAC AWARDS GALA
TUESDAY MAY 1st AT BB KING'S
The 21st ANNUAL MAC AWARDS
will be presented at a gala show on Tuesday, May 1st at BB KING'S BLUES
CLUB (237 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-997-4144 - http://www.bbkingsblues.com/
) - and unlike the past few years, this room has cabaret-style seating
with food and beverage service (2-drink minimum). Seating is limited
to 600 - with many seats already set aside for nominees and press. A
ticket order form can be found in the packet of material sent to all
members last week - the one that included the preliminary ballots. Tickets
cost from $45 to $125. It should be a glorious event - according to
reports, members have been joining and re-joining over the past few
weeks, and this may be a tremendous milestone show at the start of the
3rd decade of MAC AWARD galas.
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
FOR MEMBERS OF CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
The following shows are currently
offering members special prices and discounts. If your show is offering
a discount to CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE members and is not listed here,
please let me know at once, so that you can be included on the DISCOUNTS
page on the website and listed weekly in the newsletter.
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
)
Ron Poole's MAC and BISTRO
Award-winning "POOLE PARTY" stand-up and musical comedy show continues
most Saturday nights at 8:30 pm. Sidney Myer drops by most shows to
provide a lot of laughs as well. The long-running variety show features
performers from Stand-Up as well as Cabaret and Musical Comedy. Cover
is $15 with a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE.
Award-winning celebrity impersonator
Tommy Femia continues his long-running hit show "Judy Garland LIVE!"
most Saturdays at 11:00 pm, returning on March 17th from a brief break.
Musical Director for the show is MAC & Bistro Award Winner David Maiocco.
Tommy will be singing Judy's best-loved hits including as well as songs
the legendary singer never got a chance to do. And Tommy sings 'em all
LIVE! - not lip-synch! There is a $20 cover, 2-drink minimum. $15 cover
for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
AT HELEN'S RESTAURANT, CABARET & PIANO LOUNGE (169 Eighth Avenue, NYC
- 212-206-0609 - http://www.helensnyc.com/
)
Award-winning performer Jeanne
MacDonald brings her most recent show "Time Between Trains" back for
three more Saturday performances in April. MacDonald is scheduled to
appear on Saturdays, April 14th, 21st & 28th, all shows at 9:30 pm.
(No show on April 7th.) Working with talented musical director/arranger
Rick Jensen, MacDonald brings a show that creates a seamless blend between
traditional standards from songwriters like Johnny Mercer, Sammy Cahn
and Jule Styne, and the music of contemporary songwriters, such as Jimmy
Webb, Randy Newman, Dar Williams and Susan Werner. There will be a $20
music charge and a $15 food or beverage minimum. $15 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070429MacDonald.shtml
Richard Holbrook will be
reprising his cabaret show from 2006, "Richard Holbrook: Manhattan On
My Mind" on Sunday, April 1st at 2:00 pm and on Wednesday, April 4th
at 10:00 pm. Accompanying Richard will be Tom Nelson Trio. Richard Barclay
will direct my show and Tom Nelson is musical director and pianist.
"Richard Holbrook: Manhattan On My Mind" relates a story of not only
living and surviving in the big city, but also of the complicated love
affair one can have with Manhattan. There is a $20 cover, $15 food/drink
minimum $12 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070404Holbrook.shtml
Leslie Orofino presents her
new show "Spring Fever" for four performances in April, Saturdays the
14th & 21st at 7:00 pm, Sunday the 22nd at 2:00 pm and Wednesday the
25th at 7:00 pm. Leslie is backed by Keith Ingham on piano, Boots Maleson
on bass and Rex Benincasa on drums and directed by Louis D. Pietig.
There is a $15 cover plus $15 food/drink minimum $10 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070425Orofino.shtml
2007 MAC AWARD NOMINEE Rob
Langeder resurrects his MAC award nominated New York cabaret solo debut
show for one performance only, scheduled for Sunday, April 15th at 1:00
pm. The show is directed by MAC award winner Miles Phillips with musical
direction by Bistro award winner Tracy Stark. Rob sings the gospel of
The Great White Way, from George Gershwin to Galt MacDermot, from Leonard
Bernstein to Henry Krieger - with a little Bob Marley thrown in for
good measure! There is a $15 Cover and a $15 food/drink minimum. $10
cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070415Rob.shtml
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 -
http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
)
Karen Mack & Michael Holland
continue after their triumphant sold-out shows in 2006 and January 2007
at NYC's hottest cabaret venue for additional appearances on Wednesdays
at 7:00 pm through March 28th. They continue with Hole-O-Matic! The
All-Request Show, where Mack & Holland hurtle through as many tunes
as the audience can pick as fast as they can whether they know them
or not. For these shows there is a $20 cover, 2-beverage minimum. $15
cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070131Gashole.shtml
The Cafe Pierre's renowned
singer/pianist Kathleen Landis teams up with recent MAC Nominee Evan
Stern in a new show, "Let's Misbehave! A Jazz Era Romp" on Monday April
2nd and Wednesday April 11th for a music fueled journey through the
Prohibition years. Guided by the songs of Gershwin, Coward, and Berlin,
the duo take the audience on a trip back to the days when legends like
Texas Guinan, Fats Waller, and Louise Brooks dominated New York nightlife.
There is a $25 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $18 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070411LandisStern.shtml
Laurel Masse, founding member
of Manhattan Transfer, will follow her acclaimed series of New Year's
shows with a return to the club for three shows in April, on Tuesdays
the 3rd, 10th and 17th, all shows at 9:30 pm. Joining her will be pianist
and musical collaborator Tex Arnold, and Jon Burr on bass. Tuesday night
at the Metropolitan Room is becoming a popular destination for jazz
lovers. Masse's 9:30 pm shows follow venerable singer Annie Ross' regular
7:00 pm Tuesday night set. There is a $25 cover, 2-beverage minimum.
10% discount off cover ($2.50) for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/MewsMYC070417Masse.shtml
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
AT UPSTAIRS AT ROSE'S TURN (55 Grove Street, NYC - 1-212-366-5438 -
http://www.rosesturn.com/
)
Award-winning comic Adrianne
Tolsch is back by popular demand with her acclaimed show "None of Your
Damn Business!" a hilarious look at aging. Performances will be on Fridays
at 7:00 pm in April. The show is directed by NYC Nightlife Award winner
Collette Black with special musical material John McMahon and Jay Jeffries.
Adrianne who has been performing stand-up comedy for decades, shares
her wacky take on life with her unique "boomer humor" that has been
delighting audiences for over a year. From the first wrinkle and grey
hair to botox and bleaching, Adrianne covers every topic imaginable
in an evening of non-stop laughter. Never has getting older been so
hysterical!. There is a $10 cover, 2-drink minimum. $5 cover for members
of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070430Tolsch.shtml
Brian Farley returns with
his solo cabaret debut show "Brian Farley: By Myself" on Saturdays,
April 7th, 14th & 21st at 7:00 pm. Brian is the older of the two Farley
Brothers, who played to sell-out crowds in both New York and Provincetown.
He goes at it solo in his new show about singing alone, being alone,
and ultimately the realization that no one is alone. He sings everything
from Irving Berlin to Alanis Morissette, and even breaks out his tap
shoes.There is a $15 cover charge plus a two drink minimum. $10 cover
for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070324Farley.shtml
Living Room Arts proudly
presents BullSchmitt!, a one- woman comedy written and performed by
Vickie Schmitt on Thursdays, April 12th & 26th at 7:00 pm. This hilarious
look into the life of actress Vickie Schmitt is set on stage during
a production of Thornton Wilder's Our Town. As "dead woman number three",
Vickie's mind wanders as she contemplates her past, present, and future.
Vickie shares her witty and sometimes poignant observances in a candid
and energetic hour of fun. There is a $10 cover charge plus a two drink
minimum. $5 cover charge for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE
FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070427Schmitt.shtml
SHOWS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
AT THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street,
NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
)
David Gurland, the multi
award winning and out gay vocalist, will present his most ambitious
performance series to date: The DGUR Concerts, on the third Sunday at
7:00 pm of each month. Each show will have a different musical director
with different musicians, and guest stars. Each Sunday will be an all
new show focusing on different music - from show tunes to country music,
an acoustic version of Neurotica (David's ALL MADONNA tribute show)
, and even a "Gurland does Garland" evening is planned. Upcoming show
dates are April 15th, May 20th, and June 17th. There is a $16 cover
and a $15 food/drink minimum. $11 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070128Gurland.shtml
EVENTS OFFERING DISCOUNTS
OUTSIDE NEW YORK CITY
RESTAURANT IN DALLAS GIVES
HOTLINE DISCOUNT
HECTOR'S ON HENDERSON (2829
North Henderson, Dallas, TX - 214-821-0432 - http://www.hectorsonhenderson.com/
), a restaurant featuring American cuisine with a Texas Twist, has live
cabaret or jazz music every night. Singers are always welcome to take
the mic! Check out the full music schedule, menu, and reviews on the
website. For reservations, visit the website or call. This restaurant
was chosen the #1 Best New Restaurant in North Texas (D Magazine, Feb.
2006). Hector's is offering a 10% discount to members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE.
REMINDER REGARDING CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE DISCOUNTS
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