CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #070806 - Monday, August 20, 2007

CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #070806 - Monday, August 20, 2007
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HEADLINES OF UPCOMING EVENTS SPOTLIGHTED IN THIS ISSUE

CHICAGO CABARET PROFESSIONALS PRESENT GALA BENEFIT 2007

ALL 2006-2007 MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRED THURSDAY JULY 5TH

MARCUS SIMEONE'S DEBUT CD RELEASE SET FOR SEPTEMBER

JAMES HAMMEL AT METROPOLITAN ROOM SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th

"FOUR BY FOUR" MATCHES LYRICISTS WITH SONGWRITERS

BOB'S BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE AUGUST 20th WITH LOADS OF TALENT

ROSEMARY LOAR AND THE QUANDO SWING TONIGHT

JERSEY BOYS AND AVENUE Q CASTS JOIN FOR BENEFIT AUGUST 20th

NEXT "MINDY'S MONDAYS" AUGUST 20th AT CORNELIA STREET

TV-FILM STAR MICHAEL McGLONE AT THE TRIAD WITH ORIGINAL SONGS

TUESDAY CABARET CONCERT SERIES IN MILWAUKEE CONTINUES

NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS TV BROADCAST TUESDAY AUGUST 21st

ELAINE DAME SWINGS AS THE WINE SWIRLS TUESDAY

ANY WEDNESDAY CD SHOW WITH NANCY STERNS

AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC AUGUST 22nd FEATURES LESLIE HOLMES

DAVID PELLEGRENE HOSTS NO COVER CABARET WITH BLYTHE GRUDA

GUITAR LEGEND TO HEADLINE VILLA PASCAL BIRTHDAY WEEK

NOT QUITE THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH AT CLUB 3160 AUGUST 24th

MIDDLE EIGHT MUSIC HAS A BIRTHDAY SALE AUGUST 25th & 26th

BILL KNIGHT PRESENTS MR. TAMBOURINE MAN SATURDAY AUGUST 25TH

ANGELA FISCHETTI AND REY RIVERA IN SPIRITUAL SPA SUNDAY

CHRIS BARRETT AT THE CENTURY INN SUNDAY AUGUST 26th

CABARET CARES SHOW FEATURES PETER MAC IN JUDY AND ME AUGUST 30th

VILLA PASCAL CELEBRATES FOURTH ANNIVERSARY AUGUST 31st

BETTY BUCKLEY LEADS SEMINAR IN CAMBRIDGE SEPTEMBER 7th

JAMES HAMMEL AT METROPOLITAN ROOM SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th

GREAT JAZZ IN HARVARD SQUARE SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th

SHARON McNIGHT AND CAST OF MAMA MIA IN CABARET BENEFIT

JODI STEVENS PREMIERES "A BROAD'S WAY" SEPTEMBER 10th

BROADWAY AT BIRDLAND CELEBRATES THE MUSIC OF JAMES BROWN

SONGWRITING & PERFORMING DUO ASHFORD & SIMPSON AT FEINSTEIN'S

YORK, MATTHEWS & EVANS HEADLINE AT STERLING'S UPSTAIRS IN SEPTEMBER

ON THE ROCKS WITH DANNY LEARY FINDS A NEW HOME SEPTEMBER 13th

CENTERSTAGE ANNOUNCES 2007-2008 SERIES STARTING OCTOBER 6th

TODAY'S TOP STORY

CHICAGO CABARET PROFESSIONALS PRESENT GALA BENEFIT 2007

The cast is made up of members of Chicago Cabaret Professionals including Tracy Adams, Anne Burnell, Mark Burnell, Keely Nicole Busteed, Amy Cole, Joan Curto, Elizabeth Doyle, David Edelfelt, Laura Freeman, Carla Gordon, Paul Marinaro, Nan Mason, KT McCammond, Tom Michael, Holly McGuire, Bob Moreen, Daryl Nitz, Jimmy Odom, Suzanne Petri, Kat Taylor, Brad Thacker, 3Girls3, Carolyn Wehner and Robert Whorton. Musical director is Beckie Menzie.

Dave Frishberg is an American jazz pianist, vocalist and composer born in St. Paul, Minnesota, perhaps best-known for his work with Ben Webster, Gene Krupa, Bud Freeman, Eddie Condon, Al Cohn and Zoot Sims . He has become best known for writing and performing his own songs including favorites "My Attorney Bernie," "Do You Miss New York," "Slappin' the Cakes on Me" and "Van Lingle Mungo, " the lyrics of which entirely consist of the names of old-time baseball players. Many of his songs have been performed by artists such as Rosemary Clooney, Anita O'Day, Michael Feinstein, Diana Krall, Stacey Kent, John Pizzarelli and Mel Torme.

Joe Vito was born in Chicago, Joseph Vito started formal training at age seven. After earning a Bachelor's degree in music composition from DePaul University, Vito entered the Navy, where his interest in jazz began. Vito later worked as a studio musician at CBS, and in the 1960s freelanced as pianist, orchestra leader, and conductor; playing many radio and TV commercial spots. Since 1983 Vito has teamed up with jazz violinist, the late Johnny Frigo, appearing at such venues as the North Sea Jazz Festival in Holland, and the Umbrian Jazz Festivals in Perugia and Orvieto. Vito also performs with Doc Severinsen in concerts with the Milwaukee Symphony, Minneapolis Symphony, National Symphony (Washington, D.C.), the Phoenix Symphony, the Colorado Symphony (Denver) and at Copley Symphony Hall (San Diego, CA).

Dave Green, known as "The Chicago Piano Man," has earned his title in every sense. Although internationally known, Chicago has always remained his home base. Born and raised in Chicago, Dave grew up learning from, and playing with, some of the greatest music legends. He has entertained in many of Chicago's premier night spots, including top hotels, restaurants, cabarets, show lounges, private parties, and special events, as well as his own concerts. He has appeared on, and been interviewed by, most of the major TV networks and radio shows in Chicago. Dave Green's unique style, rare class of talent, and personal charm (including the trademark derby hat) have earned him the respect of fellow entertainers, the affection of audiences, and the recognition of entertainment columnists everywhere.

Pianist/vocalist Judy Roberts recorded her first album with Ray Brown at the age of eighteen, and has gone on to become a multiple Grammy nominee with twenty successful releases to date. She has performed at clubs, concerts and festivals worldwide, and her music and recordings are known internationally. The winner of numerous jazz polls and awards, she has been number one in both radio airplay and on the Billboard charts, and has been a frequent guest on NPR's "Piano Jazz" hosted by Marian McPartland. Named "Chicago's Favorite Jazz Woman," Judy continues to perform and record from her home-bases of Chicago/Arizona, and around the world.

Tickets: $45 Reserved seating at booths and tables, $25 Open bar/balcony seating. After October 12th tickets are only available at the door $50 reserved and $30 open seating.

Chicago Cabaret Professionals is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1998. An alliance of advocates of the art form of cabaret, CCP is comprised of over 160 cabaret performers, writers, composers, producers, directors and friends. Their work can be seen all over Chicagoland, The Chicago Cabaret Professionals is dedicated to providing educational and interactive events to members and Chicago residents to encourage participation in art of the cabaret. Thanks to the generosity and enthusiastic reaction of the Chicago community, including the many volunteers and board members who keep the organization going, the CCP continues to fulfill its mission of raising awareness and appreciation of cabaret in Chicago.

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Several have written regarding the funeral service for John Wallowitch, who passed away on Wednesday that was scheduled for Friday and mentioned in various obituaries. As per his instructions, John was cremated and will be buried in Brooklyn with his longtime companion Bertram Ross. A small prayer mass attended by a few close friends and family was held at St. Patrick's Cathedral. Arrangements are pending regarding a memorial in about two weeks. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE will keep you informed regarding the memorial service.

John Hoglund's AFTER DARK column, which was posted on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website late Friday includes a lengthy remembrance of John Wallowitch's life and career. See: http://www.svhamstra.com/REVNY070817.shtml

Lessons From Life Department: I went grocery shopping on Saturday and was suddenly struck with a jolt of nostalgia by a box of crackers. They were the brand/style of crackers that my mom always seemed to have around the house. A look at the label reminded me of how buttery, crispy and tasty they were - with just a hint of saltiness. Not as strong-flavored as a RITZ cracker, yet more buttery and flavorful than a saltine. I always found them irresistible, one of those "bet you can't eat just one" foods. And they were on sale - who could stop me?

Carrying my groceries back to the apartment I looked forward in mouth-watering anticipation to opening the box, tearing open the wax paper and savoring my oval-shaped prizes. Putting away the stuff that needed refrigeration, I walked hurriedly to my room, can of diet pepsi in one hand and the box of crackers in the other. Excitedly I took my first cracker out of the box and let it melt on my tongue. What happened? Where was the flavor I was expecting? Had my memories exaggerated the taste? Had they changed the recipe? The label seemed to be the same. Certainly the manufacturer was the same. But the cracker? More like lightly salted cardboard than the taste I remembered.

Life is like a box of crackers. It seems you can never go back - what you remember as happening (fortunately, actually) is always far better than what actually happened. Time goes on, and one must move on as well. We have just gone through (or maybe more accurately are going through) some major changes in cabaret - especially here in NYC. The closing of ROSE'S TURN (former home of THE DUPLEX) a few weeks ago, followed so closely by the death of cabaret icon John Wallowitch last week, has us all reeling. If only one could turn back the clock - go back to the old days.

But such thinking is futile - and doomed to be as disappointing as a stale-tasting box of crackers. So many wonderful and new things are already in place or coming soon. I've been to several cabaret performances of late where the rooms were packed to capacity - in mid-August! And new faces are appearing - on stage and in the audiences. DILLON'S, under the direction of long-time cabaret manager/performer Scott Barbarino is promising to fill the mid-town void left when DANNY'S closed, and Phil Bond continues to recreate THE LAURIE BEECHMAN into one of NYC's more important mid-town cabaret venues.

There's talk of another new cabaret space in town, and also talk of a change of ownership of a popular club that might bring about long-needed refurbishing. The opening of THE METROPOLITAN ROOM under the inspired management of Lennie Watts and support of the Mazzilli brothers has to some extent redefined cabaret in this town, and the other rooms have followed suit and have begun to stress quality of performance in order to compete. Thomas Honeck has transformed THE DUPLEX cabaret room into a space that is setting attendance records featuring established, well known performers while giving newcomers a supportive space in which to perform. Veteran cabaret booking manager Sidney Myer at DON'T TELL MAMA is without peer in the field of discovering new talent, while continuing to provide a home for top quality acts with music from rock to opera.

Cabaret isn't dead - it isn't even dying. Instead it is adjusting to the times, reflecting the tastes and preferences of today's audiences - just as cabaret always has done. Cabaret is an art form that stresses connection between performer and audience, and as the audiences change, as neighborhoods change, as tastes change, cabaret changes.

For example, the ethnic makeup of NYC has changed considerably in the 30 years that I have lived in town, and even in the 17+ years since I have been covering and writing cabaret. It is exciting to see more Asian, Hispanic and Black performers appearing in the cabaret rooms (there is still plenty of improvement due, but there is a trend starting) - and more of an ethnic mix in the audiences as well. A new era is dawning in cabaret - rather than its demise we should recognize its transformation.

I hope to be around another 17+ years writing about this amazing and resilient art form as it continues to delight and excite the generations to come. Great things are in store for cabaret!

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Well, there is a lot of news to report on this morning - a while back we had to split our newsletter from once a week to twice a week because they were getting so long. Anyone who thinks that cabaret is a waning art form, take a look at the cabaret news items below - from Australia, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Pennsylvania, Florida, South Africa and more.

I already have a passel of news items for the mid-week issue lined up and formatted, with no space in this one left. And a few more arrived just in the past hour. See you then!

AND NOW A WORD FROM OUR SPONSORS

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MARCUS SIMEONE'S DEBUT CD RELEASE SET FOR SEPTEMBER

Marcus Simeone is universally regarded for his heart-wrenching interpretations of ballads, red-hot jazz sensibility, and powerful pop flair. Simeone's musical genius is in evidence on his original material as well. Marcus Simeone is both a singer and a songwriter who has been performing in NYC metropolitan area bands, with orchestras on both U.S. coasts, and as a solo act, for the past 14 years. His haunting, multi-octave voice has been compared to many greats including, Al Jarreau, Marc Anthony, and Johnny Mathis. As well, Simeone cites among his greatest inspirations Jane Olivor and Phyllis Hyman. His long-awaited debut CD will be released in late August 2007 by MIRANDA MUSIC (http://www.mirandamusic.com/ ), with the official release to be celebrated at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC) as part of the weekly "Any Wednesday" series, and at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule ), dates to be announced. See http://www.marcussimeone.com/ for more information and sound-samples of several songs.

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DAVID PELEGRENE AT THE PIANO AT TOWNHOUSE & UNCLE CHARLIE'S

Singer/pianist David Pellegrene can be heard at the piano six days a week in Manhattan! Mondays through Wednesdays David performs at THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street, NYC - 212-754-4649 - http://www.townhouseny.com/ ) from 6:00 to 9:30 pm. David is also at the piano at NYC's newest piano bar, UNCLE CHARLIE'S (139 East 45th Street, NYC - http://www.unclecharliesnyc.com/ ) Thursdays through Saturdays from 9:00 pm to 2:00 am. For the past nine years David has regularly performed and played piano at THE TOWNHOUSE. He has also performed at BRANDY'S, the PLAZA, PEGASUS, STONEWALL BISTRO and SMOKE. His new CD "At Your Request" features standards, pop, country and a few original songs - the songs most requested during his years performing at the piano. For more information see http://www.pellegrenemusic.com/ .

SECOND SUPER SIDE-BAR AD AVAILABLE ON OVER 1000 PAGES

Several folks have asked if there was a way that their ad could be seen on every page of the website, all the time. With over 5000 pages on the site it would be impossible, now, thanks to some re-coding of current and future pages it is possible for a side-bar ad (in the right column on the pages "above the fold" except for the opening page) to be seen on over 1000 pages - all the time. Only two SUPER SIDEBAR ADS will be available per week. One of these SUPER SIDE-BAR ads - twice the size (vertical) of regular side-bar ads is now available. There is a 2-week minimum. Ads appear in the right sidebar at the top two positions - first ordered and paid goes in the top "Tiffany" position. In addition, SUPER SIDEBAR advertisers will have their offering mentioned in the MONDAY issue of CABARET HOTLINE. Click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the top of every page on the website for details on all sizes, styles and specs.

SPONSORING ON THE TOWN WITH JOHN HOGLUND

AFTER DARK COLUMN SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2nd

The AFTER DARK column by John Hoglund, has shot to the top of the "most displayed" pages in the website stats - and this section of the website is made possible by a special SUPER-SIDE BAR ad that is displayed exclusively in the right column on these AFTER DARK pages. Only ONE sponsoring ad is available each week. There are usually 4 or 5 pages to each column, so your ad will be displayed again and again (not in random rotation). If you would like information on sponsoring this section send me an e-mail. The sponsor also will have their ad displayed on the home page of the website below the regular SIDE BAR ads. 2-week minimum. Those running ads also get a special listing for their show or other cabaret-related item in every MONDAY issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, reaching over 2,700 subscribers. Click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the top of every page on the website for details on all sizes, styles and specs. This slot has been reserved from September 3rd through 29th.

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JAMES HAMMEL AT METROPOLITAN ROOM SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th

Singer, guitarist and songwriter, James Hammel brings his show "One Step Forward" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for one performance only on Saturday, September 8th at 5:00 pm. "One Step Forward" unfurls as an anthology of James' life experiences from boyhood to life as corporate CEO to his transition to performing artist. It's all woven into an evening of song featuring tunes from Cole Porter, Bobby Troup, Jimmy McHugh, Sammy Fain, Johnny Burke and Jimmy Van Heusen, Don Raye, Jerome Kern, Oscar Hammerstein, Johnny Mercer, Barry Manilow and even Freddie Mercury. And there's more, as the singer songwriter in James weaves in a few of his original songs, including a debut of the title song, "One Step Forward" at the show. The show will feature a five piece band with James Hammel, vocals and guitar; Daryl Kojak, piano; Dmitri Kolesnik, bass; Dwayne Cook-Broadnax, drums; Ole Mathisen, saxophone. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

NEW JAMIE deROY & FRIENDS CD FEATURES SONGWRITERS AS SINGERS

PS Classics, the label dedicated to the heritage of Broadway and American popular song, has joined forces with prolific cabaret producer Jamie deRoy on a new CD celebrating songwriters from the worlds of Broadway, pop, country and cabaret. But this new album has a twist: the songwriters are also the performers. Entitled IF I SING, after the Maltby/Shire song from Closer Than Ever, the album features 16 songwriters taking on their own material, some of it familiar, some totally unknown, in new performances and new arrangements. The album, produced by Paul Rolnick is available on the web at http://www.psclassics.com/ and http://www.jamiederoy.com/ . It is also available at http://www.amazon.com/ .

"FOUR BY FOUR" MATCHES LYRICISTS WITH SONGWRITERS

Four of NYC's cabaret favorites (and best friends) join forces on two nights in August to sing their favorite songs by their favorite lyricists. It all takes place at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Monday August 20th at 7:00 pm and again on Sunday August 26th at 7:00 pm. Enjoy Jon Delfin singing the lyrics of Johnny Mercer, Gerta Grunen singing the lyrics of Jerry Herman, Aaron Morishita singing the lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein II and Carol Shedlin singing the lyrics of E.Y. Harburg. It is a grand summertime celebration of great American lyricists ... with a bonus of some songs penned by writers with only a single opus to their credit. $12 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.

DON'T TELL MAMA NAMED BEST CABARET IN NYC BY BACK STAGE READERS

Back Stage Magazine - the premier national show business publication known as The Actor's Resource - published their first-ever "Best Of New York" Readers' Poll in their July 26th, 2006 issue and DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) was voted The Best Cabaret Space In New York. Writes BACK STAGE: "Conveniently nestled along Manhattan's Restaurant Row, DON'T TELL MAMA has been one of the city's most popular cabarets since its founding in 1982." And now, ZAGAT & NY1-TV, in January 2007 calls DON'T TELL MAMA "delicious camp!" and "always fun!" Your fun place for cabaret and piano bar - open seven nights a week from 4:00 pm to 2:00 am (and sometimes even later!). See the website for the full schedule of events.

METROPOLITAN ROOM NOW IN SECOND YEAR OF THE BEST IN NYC CABARET

Combining utmost sophistication and high-end technology, THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) bridges a gap missing in the New York City music scene and nightlife. This vintage space continues to play host to a updated take on the idea of a music club combining state of the art sound and lighting systems with old world charm and style. Manager Lennie Watts brings the best as well as the newest in cabaret entertainment to this new venue. Appearing this week: Rosemary Loar, Mychelle Colleary, Cleve Douglas, Jimmy James, Trish, Hans & Phil, Gregory Porter and more. See http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ for complete schedule of events.

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Banner ads appear on nearly every page on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE in random rotation, and are available for as little as $37 per week (3 weeks regular size banner) before rebates and/or discounts. Banners are available in three sizes and are priced accordingly. I limit the number of banner ads to 20 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. Those running ads also get a special listing for their show or other cabaret-related item in every MONDAY issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, reaching over 2,700 subscribers.

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SIDE-BAR AD SLOTS AVAILABLE FOR JUST $25 EACH PER WEEK

You can advertise your show, your CD, your website or even yourself with a home-page side-bar ad on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website for just $25 per week - and your ad will be seen by as many as 6000 viewers each day (based on our latest readership statistics). In fact the square 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch ad is the perfect size to show off your CD! There are a few rules, and there is a limit as well. Only 5 home-page side-bar ads can run each week and ads must be paid for in advance via PayPal. Of course they must relate to cabaret, and I reserve the right to reject any ad for any reason. The ad will appear only on the opening page of the website - at the top of the right hand column. They will be displayed top-to-bottom in the order paid for (do not send payment until you receive a PayPal invoice - this will avoid my having to make a refund if all slots are already sold out). Click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the top of every page on the website for details on all sizes, styles and specs. Those running ads also get a special listing for their show or other cabaret-related item in every MONDAY issue of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE, reaching over 2,700 subscribers.

NOW FOR SOME 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 regularly, cabaret news items will usually appear just once in the newsletter in abbreviated form and linked to a full article on the CABARET NEWS page of the appropriate location on the website. Events advertised on the website will be mentioned in every MONDAY issue, and events offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE are mentioned in every MIDWEEK issue.

CABARET NEWS - EVENTS IN THE WEEKS TO COME

TONIGHT MONDAY AUGUST 20th

"FOUR BY FOUR" MATCHES LYRICISTS WITH SONGWRITERS ON AUGUST 20th

BOB'S BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE AUGUST 20th WITH LOADS OF TALENT

BOB's BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE is back at BOB EGAN'S COSMOPOLITAN CLUB AT THE NEW HOPE INN (6426 Lower York Road, New Hope, PA - 215-862-5221 - http://www.thecosmopolitanclub.com/ ) on Monday, August 20th at 7:30 pm. The show usually features 6 to 10 vocalists from the NY-NJ-PA area. Performers scheduled for the 20th are Lisa Bodnar, Scott Gurney, Lisa Linder, Sheila McCaffrey, Kim Mesti, Sally Morgan, Jaime York and more to be announced. Only $10 cover/$10 minimum.

ROSEMARY LOAR AND THE QUANDO SWING TONIGHT

Everyone knows that jazz is a cool, intellectual and rarified art form that can only be appreciated by true devotees. Or not. For Rosemary Loar, who is appearing tonight, August 20th at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ), jazz is a smorgasbord, a feast of incredible tastes and textures. In "The Quando Swing," Rosemary makes it her business to give her audience the opportunity to sample each and every one of those exotic flavors. There is laughter and fun, poignancy and reflection, and an evening of wonderful music. She is joined by her musical director Frank Ponzio. There is a $20 cover, 2-drink minimum. A review of this show is in John Hoglund's August 17th AFTER DARK column on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website - http://www.svhamstra.com/REVNY070817.shtml

JERSEY BOYS AND AVENUE Q CASTS JOIN FOR BENEFIT AUGUST 20th

Cast members for the touring companies of two Tony Award Winning musicals, AVENUE Q and JERSEY BOYS, are joining forces one night only to raise funds for The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS on Monday August 20th at 7:30 pm at the POST STREET THEATRE (450 Post Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-273-1620 - http://www.poststreettheatre.com/ ). This exclusive "One Night Only Cabaret" event feature cast members from these Broadway shows performing song selections of their own choice to present an evening of upbeat, high-energy music and comedy. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsSF070820JerseyQ.shtml

NEXT "MINDY'S MONDAYS" AUGUST 20th AT CORNELIA STREET

Mindy Cassle produces "Mindy's Mondays" semi-monthly at CORNELIA STREET CAFE (29 Cornelia Street, NYC - 212-989-9319 - http://www.corneliastreetcafe.com/ ) and on Monday August 20th at 6:15 pm, she will present "Family Times" a fun-filled evening of music and comedy that focuses on the affect "Family" and "Time" issues can have on us all. Mindy's guests are Ray Rosato, Debbie Feinstein, Heidi Dotterer, Jaime Sheedy, PJ Cirino, Peter Ego, with Don Slovin on drums. Musical director is Bill Waldinger. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070820Mindy.shtml

TV-FILM STAR MICHAEL McGLONE AT THE TRIAD WITH ORIGINAL SONGS

Actor, writer, singer/songwriter Michael McGlone returns to THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - 212-352-3101 - http://www.Triadnyc.com/ ) for a special One Night Only performance, on Thursday, August 23rd at 8:00 pm, in which, with a full band, he will perform from both his critically acclaimed albums, Hero and To Be Down, as well as a host of other choice new and unreleased songs. Having made his film debut in the critically acclaimed independent film "The Brothers McMullen" Michael has also appeared in "She's the One", HBO's "Subway Stories: Love on the A train", "The Bone Collector" (with Denzel Washington), and Paramount Pictures' "Hard Ball". McGlone's new series, The Kill Point, has wrapped principal photography in Pittsburgh, Pa., and is currently seen on SpikeTV. The fast-paced, character driven drama, also starring Donnie Wahlberg and John Leguizamo, will feature eight episodes in its inaugural season. McGlone plays Deputy Police Chief Nolan Abrami, Wahlberg the hostage negotiator, Horst Cali, and Leguizamo, the leader of the hostage takers, Jake Mendez. Call for cover/minimum information.

TUESDAY AUGUST 21st

TUESDAY CABARET CONCERT SERIES IN MILWAUKEE CONTINUES

Broadway, Hollywood and the Great American Songbook will be celebrated every Tuesday evening all summer long in Milwaukee! Singer/producer Jeanne Scherkenbach presents some of the best cabaret artists in the Midwest, offering a different theme each week. The series continues on Tuesday, August 14th, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, in the courtyard of the CAFE LA SCALA IN THE ITALIAN COMMUNITY CENTER (630 East Chicago Street, Milwaukee, WI - 414-223-2180 - http://www.italianconference.com/ ). The show on the 21st is more Great American Songbook, jazzing up the night with Chicago Cabaret Professionals members Jeanne Scherkenbach, Carolyn Wehner, Joel Kopischke, Amy Cole and Paul Marinaro, plus Milwaukee singer-actor David Paul Brown. Also featuring pianist Jamie Johns. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://.svhamstra.com/NewsCHIMW070626Series.shtml

NEXT JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS TV BROADCAST TUESDAY AUGUST 21st

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, August 21st 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/ .

ELAINE DAME SWINGS AS THE WINE SWIRLS TUESDAY

The Elaine Dame Duo, with Kyle Asche perform at the SWIRL WINE BAR (111 West Hubbard Street, Chicago, IL - 312-828-9000 - http://www.swirlwinebarchicago.com/) on Tuesday August 21st from 8:00 to 11:00 pm for "Tasting Tuesdays." SWIRL offers a $3 tasting portion of any of their 35 wines by the glass, and you can put together your own flight and enjoy wonderful nibbles as well! There's never a cover and the vibe is relaxed and easy-going.

WEDNESDAY - AUGUST 22nd

ANY WEDNESDAY CD SHOW WITH NANCY STERNS

ANY WEDNESDAY, the free in-store concert series that features the best in cabaret, jazz and theater music takes place weekly at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC). Performances are at 6:00 pm. Appearing Wednesday August 22nd: Nancy Sterns. Future performers include Steve Ross (August 29th), Milla Ilieva (September 5th), Jack Donohue (September 19th), Leslie Orofino (September 26th), Judy Kuhn (October 3rd), Linda Kosut (October 17th), Cynthia Crane (October 24th), Andrea Burns (November 7th), Barbara Rosene (October 31st), Betsy Ann Faiella (January 2nd). No reservations taken. No cover.

AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC AUGUST 22nd FEATURES LESLIE HOLMES

Every other Wednesday night Leslie Holmes and Michael Larson hold their amazing Open Mic night at the AMAZING THINGS ARTS CENTER (55 Nicholas Road, Framingham, MA - 508-405-2787 - http://www.amazingthings.org/ ), and each show features a special guest. This Wednesday,August 22nd guest host for the evening will be Barbara Larson and featured guest will be the regular host Leslie Holmes, just back from a computer-free vacation. The show starts at 7:30 pm, and there is an $8 cover charge (discount for BACA members).

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CABARET BUT WERE AFRAID TO ASK!

One of the most popular sections on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website is the TIPS & FAQs section in the CABARET YELLOW PAGES (click on the button marked RESOURCES at the top of every page, then look for the blue button marker TIPS & FAQs). There you can find answers to most of your questions about cabaret. Check it out (and let me know if there are any items you would like to see added to this series). It is another FREE service to promote the art and artists of cabaret. You need not be a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE to read these articles (but it would be nice).

THURSDAY AUGUST 23rd

DAVID PELLEGRENE HOSTS NO COVER CABARET WITH BLYTHE GRUDA

David Pellegrene will host another 'NO COVER CABARET" event tonight, Thursday August 23rd at 8:00 pm at UNCLE CHARLIE'S (139 East 45th Street 2nd Floor, NYC - 212-661-9097 - http://www.unclecharliesnyc.com/ ) featuring Blythe Gruda. Blythe is the understudy for Alice Ripley in the new Abba musical Christina still in workshop. These free shows, with David serving as musical director, present newcomers and established performers alike on Thursday nights at the club. There is no cover and no minimum - and for the performers, no room charge! You are invited to drop by tonight for the show and the free buffet afterwards. David is at the piano Thursdays through Saturdays from 9:00 pm if you wish to arrange for a future performance slot.

PROMOTE YOUR SHOW, CD OR OTHER EVENT ON THE WEBSITE

If you are planning on running a banner for your show or CD, be sure to place your order well in advance. Banners are available in three sizes and are priced accordingly. I limit the number of banner ads to 25 per week and home-page side-bar ads to 5 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.

FUTURE EVENTS AUGUST

GUITAR LEGEND TO HEADLINE VILLA PASCAL BIRTHDAY WEEK

VILLA PASCAL (28 Van Der Westhuizen Street. Durbanville, Capetown, SA - Tel: 021-9752566 / 0825694147 - http://www.freewebs.com/villapascal ) is proud to host Guitar Guru Steve Newman on Friday August 24th and Sunday August 26th. Steve has been a stalwart of the acoustic music scene for many years. Apart from his long-standing musical partnership with Tony Cox, Steve has been a member of Tananas, The Aquarian Quartet, Mondetta and Orchestra Mundo. This modest and quiet-spoken man is an absolute master of the acoustic guitar, whose influences include Classics, Folk, Jazz, Latin, and African. He has toured widely internationally and has appeared at many international music festivals. Call for cover/minimum information.

NOT QUITE THE LAST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH AT CLUB 3160 AUGUST 24th

Amy Cole and Jeff Roscoe, along with special guest Sabina Lilly perform on Friday, August 24th from 8:00 pm to 12:30 pm, with alternating sets, at CLUB 3160 (3160 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL - 773-327-5969). Its an early version of "Last Friday Of The Month," a new Cabaret Showcase Series at 3160. "Last Friday" will feature a different cabaret artist each month. There's no cover and a two drink minimum.

MIDDLE EIGHT MUSIC HAS A BIRTHDAY SALE AUGUST 25th & 26th

The retail shop of MIDDLE EIGHT MUSIC (145 Osborne Street, South Yarra VIC, Australia - (03) 9866 1222 - http://www.middle8.com/ ) has turned TWO! And to celebrate they're having a Birthday Sale next Saturday & Sunday, August 25th & 26th. Go into the shop and have a glass of bubbly or wine and take advantage of 15% off everything in stock (current specials and discount offers excepted). All Internet orders they receive on Saturday & Sunday, August 25th & 26th will also receive a fabulous 15% off items currently in stock (except those on special). The discount will be applied manually when we process your order, so don't be concerned that it doesn't appear in the automated confirmation email. Normal shipping charges will apply.

BILL KNIGHT PRESENTS MR. TAMBOURINE MAN SATURDAY AUGUST 25TH

On Saturday August 25th, Bill Knight presents Mr. Tambourine Man - a tribute to Bob Dylan at VILLA PASCAL (28 Van Der Westhuizen Street. Durbanville, Capetown, SA - Tel: 021-9752566 / 0825694147 - http://www.freewebs.com/villapascal ) . Back by popular demand Bill Knight pays tribute to this musical poet. Robert Zimmerman aka as Bob Dylan influenced and dominated music genres and generations for years. From reluctant folk hero to Rock icon, to numerous music awards, Dylan wrote songs that embodied everyday life situations. His latest blues and jazz infused album simply titled Modern Times, re-emphasize this musical poet's staying power so much that Leonard Cohen called him a musical genius. Songs like Mr Tambourine man, all along the watchtower, hollis brown, ballad of the thin man and many more nostalgic sing-a-along hits. Call for cover/minimum information.

ANGELA FISCHETTI AND REY RIVERA IN SPIRITUAL SPA SUNDAY

Vocalist Angela Fischetti and music director/accompanist, Rey Rivera present songs of joy and devotion for a very special event: SPIRITUAL SPA SUNDAY at WALLFLOWER GALLERY (10 NE 3rd Street, Miami, FL - 305-579-0069 - http://www.wallflowergallery.com/ ) on Sunday August 26th at 3:00 pm. Featured at SPIRTUAL SPA SUNDAY are holistic healings, spiritual readings, massage, makeovers, handwriting analysis, art, music, unique gifts and vendors. A vegetarian potluck social will follow. Angela's set will consist of prayers sung in English, Sanskrit, and Yiddish. There is no cover, no minimum.

CHRIS BARRETT AT THE CENTURY INN SUNDAY AUGUST 26th

Chris Barrett, who performed to a full house of enthusiastic fans at NYC's METROPOLITAN ROOM last week will appear with his acclaimed show "CHRIS BARRETT.....by request" at THE CENTURY INN (2175 National Road East, Scenery Hill, PA - 724-945-6600 - http://www.centuryinn.com/) on Sunday, August 22nd at 6:00 pm. The show is a program of songs created from a list of requests received by Chris from his piano bar customers via the internet. The songs range from classic pop, to Broadway standards. The show is upbeat and includes material written by New York legendary writers Bart Howard and Arthur Siegel. Chris is a cabaret singer and pianist who has been on the New York nightlife scene since the late 1970's. Besides his New York credits he has performed throughout the US and in Europe. In concert he has had invitational performances with The Smithsonian Institution, Steinway Hall and The Milwaukee Sympohony Orchestra. Chris' most recent CD "Champagne Sometimes" is his fifth recording. $55 Dinner & Show, $15 show only (no minimum).

CABARET CARES SHOW FEATURES PETER MAC IN JUDY AND ME AUGUST 30th

"Cabaret Cares," the hit benefit series, continues on Thursday August 30th at 7:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule ) with cabaret performer Peter Mac in his hit one man show "Judy and Me." The show is performed and written by Peter Mac, and tells the story of his life, growing up in a homophobic town on Long Island. It also deals with the abuse he experience during that time and how his love for Judy Garland got him through the rough spots. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070830Cares.shtml

VILLA PASCAL CELEBRATES FOURTH ANNIVERSARY AUGUST 31st

On Friday August 31st, VILLA PASCAL (28 Van Der Westhuizen Street. Durbanville, Capetown, SA - Tel: 021-9752566 / 0825694147 - http://www.freewebs.com/villapascal ) is officially 4 years old. All are invited to celebrate with SA Acoustic Guitar Master Tony Cox, back by popular demand and recently appearing as the headline act at the Splashy Fen Festival and delivering a stomping solo show to a packed tent and excited audience. A multiple award-winning acoustic guitarist, Tony returns to brings his electrifying acoustic guitar show to Villa Pascal. Cox's performances as a soloist have taken on an extraordinary depth and power as the guitarist heads into his mid-fifties. Mixing story-telling, spontaneous humour with his jaw-dropping guitar skills, Cox grabs an audience and doesn't let go until he walks off stage, usually to a standing ovation and howls for more. Call for cover/minimum information.

FUTURE EVENTS SEPTEMBER AND BEYOND

BETTY BUCKLEY LEADS SEMINAR IN CAMBRIDGE SEPTEMBER 7th

Theater lovers in the greater Boston area are in for a treat: Broadway legend Betty Buckley of Cats fame is coming to town for two shows at THE REGATTABAR at the Charles Hotel (1 Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-395-7757 - http://www.regattabarjazz.com/ ) on Saturday, September 8th at 7:30 & 10:00 pm. While in Boston, she will lead a rare seminar on performance skills at the CAMBRIDGE CENTER FOR ADULT EDUCATION (56 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-547-6789 - Ext. 1 - http://www.ccae.org/ ), giving performers and fans a chance to learn from the Tony award-winning actress. The seminar will take place on Friday, September 7th from 6:30 to 9:30 pm. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsBOSNE070907Buckley.shtml

JAMES HAMMEL AT METROPOLITAN ROOM SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th

GREAT JAZZ IN HARVARD SQUARE SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 8th

After the success of his Bill Charlap presentation this winter, jazz pianist/vocalist Joe Della Penna returns to CAMBRIDGE CENTER FOR ADULT EDUCATION (56 Brattle Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-547-6789 - Ext. 1 - http://www.ccae.org/ ) with another pre-show lecture. On Saturday, September 8th, Joe will demonstrate the jazz-cabaret connection of Kenny Werner and Betty Buckley. The audience will be served complementary wine and cheese as they learn more about these fascinating performers. Afterwards all are invited to stroll to the THE REGATTABAR at the Charles Hotel (1 Bennett Street, Cambridge, MA - 617-395-7757 - http://www.regattabarjazz.com/ ) to attend Betty Buckley's 10:00 pm show (cost of show ticket is includeD). Joe Della Penna earned his Master's Degree in Jazz from the New England Conservatory of Music and studied voice with Dominique Eade and piano with Paul Bley and Ran Blake. Cost of lecture and show is $40.

SHARON McNIGHT AND CAST OF MAMA MIA IN CABARET BENEFIT

Members from the cast of the hit Broadway musical, MAMMA MIA, along with special guest Sharon McNight, are presenting a one night only benefit on Monday, September 10th at 7:30 pm at CLUB FUGAZI (678 Green Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-421-4222). The show is being presented to raise funds for The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation (REAF - http://www.richmondermet.org/ ) and BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS (http://www.bcefa.org/ ). This exclusive "One Night Only Cabaret" event features members from the touring cast performing song selections of their own choice to present an evening of upbeat, high-energy music and comedy. The Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation has worked with over 24 touring casts to date to produce "One Night Only Cabaret" events and looks forward to another successful evening benefiting these worth-while charity organizations. To date, REAF has distributed over $2 million to AIDS service agencies. "Mamma Mia" opens in San Francisco on September 5th and plays through Sept. 22nd. Tickets for this "One Night Only Cabaret" are $20 - $75.

JODI STEVENS PREMIERES "A BROAD'S WAY" SEPTEMBER 10th

The versatile musical theatre actress Jodi Stevens makes brings her autobiographical cabaret act "A Broad's Way" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for a 4-week run. Playing four consecutive Mondays, September 10th & 17th at 7:00 pm, and September 24th & October 1st at 9:30 pm, "A Broad's Way" is directed by Sally Mayes, with music direction by Jo Lynn Burke and arrangements by Tex Arnold and Ron Abel. The show features songs by the Gershwins, Porter, Andrew Lippa and Frank Wildhorn, among others. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070903Jody.shtml

BROADWAY AT BIRDLAND CELEBRATES THE MUSIC OF JAMES BROWN

Jim Caruso's Cast Party and TheaterMania.com will present "I Feel Good: Broadway Celebrates the Music of James Brown" on Monday, September 10th at 7:00 as part of the BROADWAY AT BIRDLAND series. The series of Sunday and Monday night concerts feature top Broadway stars and theater songwriters performing at the legendary BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/ ). "I FEEL GOOD: Broadway Celebrates the Music of James Brown" will feature Darius De Haas (Marie Christine, Rent), Billy Porter (Ghetto Superstar), Chestor Gregory (Tarzan, Hairspray), Aisha De Haas (Martin Short-Fame Becomes Me, Caroline or Change), Chuck Cooper (Caroline or Change, The Life, Chicago), John Eric Parker (Rent, All Shook Up), Devin Richards, Monroe Kent III, Maurice Murphy (Spelling Bee), Michael Scott James (Pirate Queen), Lili Cooper (Spring Awakening ) and Jesse Nager (Mary Poppins), backed by an 8-piece funk band, singing the songs made famous by the hardest working man in show business, James Brown. Amy Birnbaum produces and directs this event, which will benefit the Broadway Inspirational Voices - a choir that unites people of all races, religions and backgrounds. There is a $25 cover and $10 food/drink minimum.

SONGWRITING & PERFORMING DUO ASHFORD & SIMPSON AT FEINSTEIN'S

FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/ ) will open their Fall 2007 season with the return of ASHFORD & SIMPSON from September 12th through 29th. Following their 2006 debut at the club, which opened to packed houses and critical raves, the celebrated songwriters and performers will perform many of their greatest hits including "I'm Every Woman," "Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Solid" and "Reach Out and Touch Somebody's Hand." The show will play the following schedule: Tuesday through Saturday at 8:30 pm with late shows on Friday and Saturday at 11:00 pm. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC070929Ashfrd.shtml

YORK, MATTHEWS & EVANS HEADLINE AT STERLING'S UPSTAIRS IN SEPTEMBER

Rachael York, not only one of Broadway's most distinguished stars, but a significant force in television and motion pictures, toplines a stunning roster of September headliners at STERLING'S UPSTAIRS (4349 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA - 818-769-0905 - http://www.vitellosrestaurant.com/ ) in September. Musical Theatre Star Eric Matthews, and Broadway Star Tam Evans add luster to a special month of prestigious bookings. Critically acclaimed as LA's premier supper-club, located at the legendary Vitello's Restaurant, Sterling's Upstairs celebrated the beginning of its second year of operation on June 9, 2007, and is known for its dedication to presenting the best of Broadway Performers and Nightclub Artists. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsLA070930Sterlings.shtml

ON THE ROCKS WITH DANNY LEARY FINDS A NEW HOME SEPTEMBER 13th

"On the Rocks with Danny Leary" which played to sold out houses at ROSE'S TURN has found a new home on Thursday nights at 9:30 pm at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ) starting September 13th. Danny Leary serves up a stiff cocktail of stand-up and cabaret in this new weekly variety show at the world famous Duplex Cabaret Theatre. Hosted by comedian Danny Leary, with Ben Rauch at the piano, this wildly popular show features a new line-up every week of stand-up comics from Comedy Central, "Best Week Ever", Conan and Letterman, and cabaret and musical comedy acts from Broadway stars. There is a $10 cover, 2-drink minimum. $7 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.

CENTERSTAGE ANNOUNCES 2007-2008 SERIES STARTING OCTOBER 6th

The CenterStage Singers & Songwriters Series, featuring songs from Broadway, Jazz & American Songbook, has announced their upcoming performance schedule, to be presented at OSHER MARIN JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER (200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael, CA - 415-444-8088 - http://www.Marinjcc.org/ ). Subscription tickets for all performances have already gone on sale. All shows are at 8:00 pm. The show schedule is as follows: Saturday, October 6th, 2007, Jason Graee in "Graae's Anatomy"; Saturday, February 9th, 2008, Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano in "Two for the Road"; Saturday, April 5th, 2008, Mary Cleere Haran in "I Love Lyrics"; Saturday, May 17th, 2008, Tony DeSare in "Swingin' the Night Away." All Four Events: $165 - see website for single ticket sale information. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsLA080517Marin.shtml

CHICAGO CABARET PROFESSIONALS PRESENT GALA BENEFIT OCTOBER 14th

CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/ ) presents "Jazzin' The Cabaret," a cabaret celebration, on Sunday, October 14th at 7:00 pm at THE PARK WEST (322 West Armitage, Chicago, IL - TKTS: 312-409-3106 - http:www.chicagocabaret.org/ ) - pre-show entertainment from 6:15 till 7:00 pm. This spectacular evening will honor Joe Vito, Dave Green and Dave Frishberg with Lifetime Achievement Awards and will feature a Special Gold Coast Award honor to Judy Roberts. The cast is made up of members of Chicago Cabaret Professionals including Tracy Adams, Anne Burnell, Mark Burnell, Keely Nicole Busteed, Amy Cole, Joan Curto, Elizabeth Doyle, David Edelfelt, Laura Freeman, Carla Gordon, Paul Marinaro, Nan Mason, KT McCammond, Tom Michael, Holly McGuire, Bob Moreen, Daryl Nitz, Jimmy Odom, Suzanne Petri, Kat Taylor, Brad Thacker, 3Girls3, Carolyn Wehner and Robert Whorton. Musical director is Beckie Menzie. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCHIMW071009Gala.shtml

2007 NEW YORK CABARET CONVENTION NOVEMBER 5th THROUGH 8th

The 2007 NY MABEL MERCER CABARET CONVENTIONS returns to the FREDERICK P. ROSE HALL (Columbus Circle, Broadway at 60th Street, NYC - CenterCharge: 212-721-6500 - http://www.jazzatlincolncenter.org/ ) for four nights, Monday through Thursday, November 5th through 8th. Tickets are now on sale and available at the box office or CenterCharge. Ticket prices vary - see the website (http://www.mabelmercer.org/ ) for full details. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071108Mercer.shtml

BROADWAY UNPLUGGED SHOW SET FOR MONDAY NOVEMBER 19th

The critically acclaimed concert of all Broadway music performed without microphones "Broadway Unplugged" will take place this year on Monday November 19th at 8:00 pm at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/ ). Created, written and produced by Scott Siegel, the annual event always features top stars of Broadway. This year's performers to be announced in the fall. Tickets are now available via TicketMaster at 212-307-4100, www.ticketmaster.com, and (after July 16th) at THE TOWN HALL box office. See http://www.siegelpresents.com/ for further details.

ABOUT CABARET NEWS IN THE NEWSLETTER, BLOG AND WEBSITES

Information about other shows around the country and around the world can be found on the CABARET NEWS page of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website . How do you get an item posted in the CABARET NEWS section of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website? Just e-mail me a press release of at least four paragraphs, giving the complete information on your show, CD release or other cabaret related event. Include photos in jpg or gif format if available. Please send me complete information - and do not merely e-mail me a copy of your flier or a reference to a website. By the way, I usually trim quotes from reviews from the press releases I receive before using the item on my website or in the newsletter, so don't count them when putting together the four or more paragraphs.

If you don't have a press release, just click here: http://www.svhamstra.com/PressRelease1.shtml and fill out the information as completely as possible.

Just send in your press release or listings request in simple txt format (the format I write these issues in and use for the website). And, please, please don't send, instead of a press release, one of those e-mails with all those annoying html links (with multi-columns, embedded photos, distracting backgrounds, etc.) Do not send simply a .jpg of your post card. Do not send us one of those "e-vite" things that require us to "click to open" and lead to a web page somewhere. I never open them!

IT'S TIME TO GO

At the top of this newsletter I promised that you would read things in this issue you will not find published anywhere else. Did I keep my promise?

I realize that there is probably far more information here than you might be able to digest in one reading, but please keep in mind that for the performers mentioned, CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is one of the few publications that spread the word about their shows and performances. To them, that item about their show is most important, and the fact that every issue published is also posted on my website and on the blog means two additional places where the show information can be found by fans and search engines (Google, etc.) alike. Your banner ads and membership donations make this all possible.

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Hugs & Stuff,

STU