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HEADLINES OF UPCOMING EVENTS SPOTLIGHTED IN THIS ISSUE
BACA HOLDS OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT
CCP TO HOLD "BUSINESS OF CABARET" CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 3rd
2007 NEW YORK CABARET CONVENTION NOVEMBER 5th THROUGH 8th
NEWCOMERS' SHOWCASE PRESENTED BY CCP NOVEMBER 5th
MAKING MUSIC OUR PROFESSION CONFERENCE IN DC NOVEMBER 10th
ELAINE JOYCE AT THE PLUSH ROOM IN SECOND TIME AROUND TONIGHT
BOB'S BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE IN NEW HOPE TONIGHT
TANYA MOBERLY IS BACK TONIGHT WITH 3rd OF 4 DIFFERENT SHOWS
JENNA ESPOSITO CD RELEASE SHOW TONIGHT FOR "13 MEN ... AND ME!" ***
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MILES PHILLIPS PREMIERES NEW SHOW TONIGHT AT METROPOLITAN ROOM ***
MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
NEXT DCCN OPEN MIC NIGHT TONIGHT
SUE MATSUKI SINGS ELLA TONIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN
LOCAL SHOWCASE BY CABARET PITTSBURGH TONIGHT
JOE PECK SINGS TORCHERED MELODIES IN DC OCTOBER 23rd
THE COUGAR CABARET ZOOMS IN FOR TWO OCTOBER SHOWS
MARY FOSTER CONKLIN AND GEORGE EVANS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
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MOLLY POPE BRINGS BACK MADCAP CABARET SHOW
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TIMELESS DIVAS GOES HOLLYWOOD IN BOCA RATON
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HERE & THERE
In the good old days (when you didn't have to be Polish to tell a
Polish joke) it used to be called "Indian Summer" - that time around
Halloween when all of a sudden time would go backwards and the cool
fall weather would turn hot and hazy and "summery" for a few days.
Today, here in NYC, the temperature is expected to top out near 80
degrees (f), about 15-20 degrees higher than normal for this time
of year. The American Meteorological Society's "Glossary of Weather
and Climate" defines Indian Summer as: "A time interval, in mid- or
late autumn, of unseasonably warm weather, generally with clear skies,
sunny but hazy days, and cool nights." The question as to why no one
has gotten around to publishing "Indian Summer" greeting cards is
unanswered.
Have a Christmas Holiday CD for sale? Every year we post a page showing
the CD covers of holiday CDs with a link to where they can be purchased.
I put up last year's HOLIDAY CD page over the weekend - please check
it out. If your HOLIDAY-THEMED CD isn't shown, send me an e-mail and
we will add it. And if your CD is shown but is no longer available
or has been reissued with a different cover (these things happen)
let me know as well. The link to the page is on the front or home
page on the website. This is a free listing - you don't need to be
a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE to be included (but that sure would
be nice).
When my finances are tight I don't get to see as many shows as I would
have wanted to, but I did see a few over the past few days that really
energized me.
One show I saw, on Wednesday night the 17th, I didn't
have time to write about in the last issue - I had to run of for
an appointment. First a little pre-show information that brought
me to this show in the first place - which should give you a little
insight as to how I often choose a cabaret event I attend. I had
to pick up my mail (676A Ninth Avenue #120, NYC is not my physical
address, it is a Mailboxes store, several miles from my real address).
And usually, rather than open my mail on the subway or on a bus
ride back home, I stop at DON'T TELL MAMA, just around the corner
from the Mailbox store to sort, open and winnow the collection.
It was close to 7:00 pm and I noted a large number of folks headed
to the cabaret room, but no one at the bar had any idea of what
or who the show was all about.
But handsome young techie Curtis Hamilton passed by
- he was doing the lights and sound for the show - so I asked him.
"Lee Collings" he replied to my query, "A really nice guy." I decided
to "take the plunge." The room was nearly filled but I did manage
to get my favorite seat at the last table nearest the door. It was
a decidedly mature audience, so I sort of felt at home. Ira "Lee"
Collings took the stage and what followed was a true lesson in the
real meaning of cabaret. So often "cabaret snobs" scoff at what
are called "friends & family" shows, but these folks should get
their noses out of the air and attend a few of these events. The
"batting average" of good vs. bad shows is just about the same,
from my experience, as the highly touted "celebrity shows" held
in some of the major rooms.
Ira (who has actually legally changed his name to
add the "Lee" because that's what most people were calling him)
is a 71-year old retired entertainer - no, he wasn't an entertainer
who retired, but a guy who retired and decided to be an entertainer.
Note, I didn't say vocalist, although his vocals were not by any
means unpleasant. I said entertainer. Some of the jokes were corny,
some of the songs were ancient, Lee didn't move around the stage
to different spotlights and mikes: he simply, eloquently and totally
entertained us for an hour with song and story. Most touching and
memorable was, at the end of the show, his calling his partner of
many many years to the stage and singing a love song to him. I am
Dutch, and we Dutch folk are brought up to avoid showing our emotions,
but here was a time when I allowed the tears to come.
If it doesn't entertain you - if it doesn't move you
- it isn't cabaret.
The other show I saw last week I want to mention is Rock Albers' new
show "The World According to Rock" - probably his best show ever.
To call Mr. Albers a "standup comic" does not fully explain exactly
what he does. To call him a Musical Comedy performer is not quite
a complete description either. Like Superman, Rock Albers is a "mild-mannered"
person by day, but put a microphone (or bullhorn) in his hand, and
he becomes a ranting, angry and quite accurately observant singing
comic. His logic most times is skewed, but in a rather dead-on accuracy.
Much of this show is based around politics and voting, but seen through
the eyes of Rock, all the silliness, hypocrisy and nonsense is exposed.
Should only natural-born Americans be allowed to run for President?
Rock observes and sets out to prove, that natural-born Americans probably
should not be allowed to run. Should people go out a vote? Rock observes
that we might better served without all the election nonsense going
on right now. The parody songs served up are funny, but the fun is
in the pun and the making fun. At one point Rock shows his serious
side by joining musical director Tracy Stark at the piano to play
a duet. And Rock's take on "the most boring song ever written" is
inspired humor at its best. He has only scheduled one more performance
of this show - on Saturday November 3rd at 5:00 pm. His shows always
sell out so reserve early.
A few folks have written me asking when I will be reviewing their
shows. Frankly, I hate writing reviews. If something really strikes
my fancy, and I have time and space, I will write about it in this
section. This is especially true if the show I see helps me make a
point about cabaret. And once or twice I held off writing about a
show because John Hoglund had mentioned he would be seeing the show
and writing about it in his AFTER DARK section of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE.
Here are the shows I plan to see this coming week - and may or may
not write about them - we shall see if "the spirit moves me." I am
looking forward to each one of them.
Tonight at 7:00 pm I will be where I have been for
the past two Mondays at 7:00 pm - Tanya Moberly's show at DON'T
TELL MAMA. Tanya has been doing a different show each Monday in
October and tonight's show is called "Beck and more" only because
the actual list of songwriters represented in this show is too long
to list in a title. This young lady has a way with songs - she sings
them her way. Not much in the way of "patter." Like I said she songs
them her way. Incredibly.
Then at 9:30 pm I will be downtown at THE METROPOLITAN
ROOM for Miles Phillips' new "Quiet Stars" show at 9:30 pm. I have
been hearing a lot of buzz about this show, and look forward to
catching it.
Wednesday night I plan to be at THE DUPLEX at 7:00
pm for "Not So Trivial Pursuits" with Randa Karambelas. This is
one of those "kismet" choices - I have never seen this young lady
perform, but she sat next to me several months ago at someone else's
show, and a few weeks ago I was startled to meet her again, this
time as she was serving my drink in the cabaret room at THE DUPLEX
and she personally invited me to see her show.
Then I go a few blocks east and north to THE METROPOLITAN
ROOM for a bit of jazz with Mary Foster Conklin and George Evans
at 9:30 pm. This should be a great show - both are experienced and
highly rated entertainers.
Thursday night will start out, as usual, with Seth
Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX at 6:00 pm at DON'T TEL MAMA (guest
TBA), and then a 4-block walk downtown to catch (once more) Evy
Scheff's "Not for the Money" show at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN at 7:00
pm (arriving a few minutes late). I saw the show last summer, and
it was awesome. For Evy, performing has been a journey with its
share of "ups and downs" or, as she says "bumpy, glorious and intoxicating
ride." I have waited over a year for its return.
And if that isn't enough, Molly Pope is back on FrIday
night at 9:15 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA. Here's what I wrote the last
time around: "Attention MAC voters, BISTRO AWARD presenters, NIGHTLIFE
AWARD judges and just about anyone who enjoys cabaret and enjoys
the thrill of catching an exciting new talent on the cabaret scene.
Her name is Molly Pope... It has been a long time since such an
extraordinary and dynamic new talent rocked a NYC cabaret stage!"
"Gashole" is back under the assumed name of "Hole-O-Matic"
and it's downtown at THE DUPLEX on Saturdays at 7:30 pm. Whatever
they call their show, Karen Mack and Michael Holland never fail
to present an hour of medleys and madness. I had a conflict last
week when they opened this run but I will do everything possible
to be there this Saturday. A more talented, entertaining and creative
(often on the fly) duo cannot be found in cabaret - in any town.
And then I'm back at DON'T TELL MAMA for Tommy Femia's
"Judy Garland, LIVE!" show at 11:00 pm. It's a "one night only"
event, and if you have not yet seen this impressionist genius at
work (or for that matter, if you have seen him) I urge to get to
this show. Simply an amazing transformation.
There are a lot of other great shows going on this
week in this town, but these are my choices - many of them "one-nighters."
In this age of podcasts, cable TV and DVDs, you owe it to yourself
to take at least one night out a week and experience a live entertainment
event, and dollar for dollar, you can't beat a cabaret show! There
are about 50 cabaret events listed in this issue alone - from all
over.
Don't wait until it is too late to advertise your cabaret event. Twice
this past week I received anxious e-mails from folks who discovered
only a few reservations on the book for a fast approaching show date,
who wanted to immediately run a banner or a side-bar ad on the website
- which includes a mention in every issue of the newsletter. First
off, there is a 2-week minimum, and it takes a few days to create
a banner. Secondly, the number of banners and side-bars is limited.
Here are a few rules to guide you. If you are doing
a show in NYC, and you live out of town and don't have a large following
here, a banner is highly advised, and 3 weeks is better than two.
We can get a banner up and running for you in about 24 hours, but
it is much better if you plan ahead. Remember, if you build a good
show, they won't come if they don't hear about it. A banner on the
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website is displayed about 6000 times a day.
And the more dates your show is performed, the longer you should
run your ad. With larger and larger rooms becoming available, you
have more and more seats to fill - especially if you want to be
invited back to the larger room to perform at a later date. A 3-week,
regular size banner still costs just $110 - before discounts and/or
rebates. Just click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the top
of every page on the website for all the sizes, shapes and prices.
In the listings below are a number of events sponsored by cabaret
performer organizations around the country. BACA (Boston Association
of Cabaret Artists - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
) has their open house tonight - details below. A new "net" publication
was just posted on the Boston Cabaret website - you can read it at
http://www.bostoncabaret.com/media/BACANews2007Q4a.pdf-
and find out about all the events this organization supports in the
greater Boston area. By the way A similar pdf publication can be found
on the CABARET WEST website at http://www.cabaretwest.org/appearing.html
.
Chicago cabaret lovers have two CCP sponsored events
next month - a "Business of Cabaret" event on the 3rd and a "Newcomers
Showcase" on the 5th. Check it all out at http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
. Pittsburgh Cabaret has a local performer showcase tonight. Details
on both events below.
For those in the Chicago area, there is a NEW way that you can support
Carla Gordon's HEARTLAND CABARET cabaret review pages with a special
SUPER-SIDE-BAR ad - the best bargain of all our ad offerings. Just
two slots are available - exclusively - on these pages in the right
column. The ads only appear in this section, plus on all the MIDWEST
news pages and also on the home (opening) page of the website and
cost just $35 per week, 2-week minimum. After 2 weeks, cost drops
to $25 per week. (This is before any MEMBER discounts ). Here the
secret - a regular home page side-bar ad (1/2 the SUPER size - limited
to 5 per week) appearing on only the home page cost $25 per week with
no discounts allowed. All proceeds from these special HEARTLAND CABARET
ads will be used to support Carla as she covers the Chicago area for
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. Write for details.
The "Coursey Effect" continues, although at a slightly slower pace
this week. We are a little closer to our 400 by October 31st goal,
but still have about a dozen members to go. Frankly, I am puzzled
why a number of members from last year have not rejoined for this
year. If everyone who has still not rejoined would get their membership
this week, we would be at nearly 500 members! Actually, if just one
out of five folks receiving these newsletters would join (a basic
SILVER membership is still just $20), we would be at 500 as well.
It is so simple to join - just click on the button marked JOUN HERE
at the top of any page on the website and go from there. You can join
instantly by credit card or by check. Please remember, all checks
should be made out simply to STU HAMSTRA and mailed to 676A Ninth
Avenue #120, New York, NY 10036.
I have a lot more to write but it is 12 noon and I really want to
get outdoors into the mild weather and "soak up some rays" so I will
sign off for today - more on Thursday!
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
issue, and events offering discounts to members of CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE are mentioned in every MIDWEEK issue.
CABARET NEWS - MAJOR EVENTS IN THE WEEKS TO COME
BACA HOLDS OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT
BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
) will hold its annual "Open House" at CLUB CAFE (209 Columbus Avenue,
Boston, MA - 617-536-0966 - http://www.clubcafe.com/
) in the Moonshine and Sunset Room on Monday, October 22nd from 7:00
to 10:30 pm. Brian Patton will serve as MC and pianist. This annual
get-together will give members a chance to meet the new 2007-2008
BACA Board of Directors, enjoy delicious food, buy drinks at the bar,
take part in a raffle and Cabaret singing, with fun games and prizes
for all. See the BACA website for more information.
LOCAL SHOWCASE BY CABARET PITTSBURGH TONIGHT
On Monday, October 22nd Cabaret Pittsburgh (http://www.cabaretpgh.org/
) showcases the hottest up-and-coming talent at the new and improved
Local Showcase. An evening that will rival any Idol contest, the singers
will perform in the JIMMY STEWART ROOM of THE RENAISSANCE PITTSBURGH
HOTEL (107 Sixth Street, Pittsburgh, PA - TKTS: 412-394-3353 - http://www.proartstickets.org/
) at 8:00 pm in front of a live audience. Scheduled to perform are
Shani Alexander, Steven Cosnek, Nick Cosgrove, Joshua Desjardins,
Natalie Gallo and Tess Soltau. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsPADC071022Pitt.shtml
CCP TO HOLD "BUSINESS OF CABARET" CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 3rd
The CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
) Education Committee (Laura Freeman and Tracy Adams, Co-Governors)
has announced the first ever Business of Cabaret Conference to be
held on Saturday, November 3rd from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm at MAXIM'S
at The Nancy Goldberg International Center (24 East Goethe Street,
Chicago, IL - Tickets: 312-742-1748 - http://www.maximschicago.org/
). This conference is free to CCP members! SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCHIMW071104Conf.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
NEWCOMERS' SHOWCASE PRESENTED BY CCP NOVEMBER 5th
CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
) will present a Newcomers Showcase on Monday, November 5th at 7:00
pm at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830
- http://www.davenportspianobar.com/
). The show will feature the talents of Margaret Imrie, Ray Kasman,
Patti Kinsella, Judy Loyd and Mary Rademacker. This is a great opportunity
to see performers who are new to Chicago Cabaret Professionals. There
is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
MAKING MUSIC OUR PROFESSION CONFERENCE IN DC NOVEMBER 10th
DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/
) joins SAW (Songwriters' Association of Washington - http://www.saw.org/
) to bring the music industry, senior officials from all 3 performing
rights organizations (ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC), to DC to feature "Making
Music Our Profession - Can We Quit Our Day Jobs?" on Saturday, November
10th, at the DC BAR ASSOCIATION (1250 H Street NW, Washington, DC),
from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsPADC071110Conf.shtml
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR THIS COMING WEEK
TONIGHT - MONDAY OCTOBER 22nd
ELAINE JOYCE AT THE PLUSH ROOM IN SECOND TIME AROUND TONIGHT
Elaine Joyce is heading to San Francisco to appear at the THE EMPIRE
PLUSH ROOM at the York Hotel (940 Sutter Street, San Francisco, CA
- 415-885-2800 - http://www.empireplushroom.com/
) in SECOND TIME AROUND, a one-woman play with music written by Elaine
Joyce and Neil Simon. SECOND TIME AROUND recently played two highly
successful sold-out engagements at DON'T TELL MAMA in New York, and
now the show is set to make its West Coast premiere at the Plush Room
Monday through Wednesday, October 22nd through 24th at 8:00 pm. The
Musical Director for SECOND TIME AROUND is Emily Olin with Yanko Valdes
on bass. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsSF071024Joyce.shtml
BOB'S BIG MONDAY SHOWCASE IN NEW HOPE TONIGHT
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/
) every Monday at 7:30 pm. The show usually features 6 to 10 vocalists
from the NY-NJ-PA area. On Monday October 22nd, Bob's guests are Lorraine
Barrett, Janice Mazza, Fay Virden, Marlena Charles, Dennis Macarone,
Gene Cavanaugh, Michael Traupman and Chuck Cook. Only $10 cover/$10
minimum.
TANYA MOBERLY IS BACK TONIGHT WITH 3rd OF 4 DIFFERENT SHOWS
Tanya Moberly is back with third of her four fabulous shows for four
consecutive Mondays at 7:00 pm in October at DON'T TELL MAMA (343
West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
). Each show is presented just once. On October 22nd, Tanya Sings
Tanya Sings Beck, Etc. The series closes on the 29th with Tanya Sings
Ani Di Franco. Scott Ethier will beat the piano and special guest
is Rachel Wise. The shows are directed by Michael Schiralli. SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071029Tanya.shtml
*** BANNER ADVERTISER ***
METROPOLITAN ROOM PRESENTS TOPS IN CABARET EVERY WEEK
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: Jenna Esposito, Miles Phillips, Annie
Ross, Mary Foster Conklin & George Evans, Tammy Grimes, Barbara Brussell,
Adi Braun, Jeanne MacDonald, Cynthia Crane, Sarah Rice & Rob Gardner
and more. See http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
for complete schedule of events. *** BANNER ADVERTISER ***
JENNA ESPOSITO CD RELEASE SHOW TONIGHT FOR "13 MEN ... AND ME!" ***
MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Singer Jenna Esposito celebrates the much-anticipated release of her
debut CD "13 Men ... And Me!" at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd
Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) on Monday October 22nd at 7:00 pm and Sunday October 28th at 7:00
pm. Music director/guitarist Fortune Esposito leads the all-star ensemble
of Richard Schacher on piano, Wayne Batchelor on bass, Brian Broelmann
on tenor sax and Brian DeWitt on drums. There is a $20 cover, 2-beverage
minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. *** BANNER
ADVERTISER ***
MILES PHILLIPS PREMIERES NEW SHOW TONIGHT AT METROPOLITAN ROOM ***
MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Miles Phillips returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street,
NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) with the premiere of his new show QUIET STARS, with remaining performances
scheduled for Mondays, October 22nd at 9:30 pm and the 29th at 7:00
pm. Miles is teamed again with his longtime Musical Director, 2007
MAC Award winning composer, Jason Wynn. There is a $20 Cover plus
a 2 Beverage Minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071029Miles.shtml
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NEXT DCCN OPEN MIC NIGHT TONIGHT
The next "Open Mic" night of the DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/
) will take place on Monday, October 22nd at 8:00 pm at THE WAREHOUSE
THEATRE (1021 7th Street NW, Washington, DC - 202-783-3933 - http://www.warehousetheater.com/
) (signup starts at 7:30 pm). Everyone is welcome. These Open Mic
Nights are a great opportunity to try out new stuff, take out an old
friend, or just hone your skills in a friendly and supportive environment.
The October theme is "Cabaret Favorites." Pianist TBA. Cover is $15
($12 for DCCN members).
BACA HOLDS OPEN HOUSE TONIGHT
BACA (Boston Association of Cabaret Artists - http://www.bostoncabaret.com/
) will hold its annual "Open House" at CLUB CAFE (209 Columbus Avenue,
Boston, MA - 617-536-0966 - http://www.clubcafe.com/
) in the Moonshine and Sunset Room on Monday, October 22nd from 7:00
to 10:30 pm. Brian Patton will serve as MC and pianist. This annual
get-together will give members a chance to meet the new 2007-2008
BACA Board of Directors, enjoy delicious food, buy drinks at the bar,
take part in a raffle and Cabaret singing, with fun games and prizes
for all. See the BACA website for more information.
SUE MATSUKI SINGS ELLA TONIGHT AT THE BEECHMAN
Sue Matsuki will perform her highly acclaimed ELLA show, a tribute
to the music and legend of Ella Fitzgerald on Monday October 22nd
at 9:30 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West
42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
). It is a revised version of Sue's previous ELLA show, featuring
Ella's greatest hits, and is presented as part of the Joseph John
Productions for the benefit of Cabaret Cares/Help is on the Way which
are organizations that directly help children living with HIV/Aids.
Call for cover/minimum information.
LOCAL SHOWCASE BY CABARET PITTSBURGH TONIGHT
On Monday, October 22nd Cabaret Pittsburgh (http://www.cabaretpgh.org/
) showcases the hottest up-and-coming talent at the new and improved
Local Showcase. An evening that will rival any Idol contest, the singers
will perform in the JIMMY STEWART ROOM of THE RENAISSANCE PITTSBURGH
HOTEL (107 Sixth Street, Pittsburgh, PA - TKTS: 412-394-3353 - http://www.proartstickets.org/
) at 8:00 pm in front of a live audience. Scheduled to perform are
Shani Alexander, Steven Cosnek, Nick Cosgrove, Joshua Desjardins,
Natalie Gallo and Tess Soltau. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsPADC071022Pitt.shtml
TUESDAY - OCTOBER 23rd
JOE PECK SINGS TORCHERED MELODIES IN DC OCTOBER 23rd
Singer/actor Joe Peck is joined by Helen Hayes Award-winning music
director George Fulginiti-Shakar in "Torchered Melodies" for a cabaret-style
performance celebrating the art of losing in love. On Tuesday October
23rd at 8:00 pm he will perform at THE CAPITOL HILL ARTS WORKSHOP
(545 7th Street SE, Washington, DC - TKTS: 571-268-2160). SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsPADC071023Peck.shtml
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THE COUGAR CABARET ZOOMS IN FOR TWO OCTOBER SHOWS
Donna Moore stars in an extended run of her acclaimed THE COUGAR CABARET
at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
), with an additional performances scheduled for Tuesday October 23rd
at 9:00 pm and Thursday, October 25th at 8:30 pm. Musical direction
is by Stephen Borsuk and direction by Robert Brink. "The Cougar Cabaret"
is a comic musical exploration reflecting what's happening today in
the world of relationships (ie Demi Moore and Ashton Kutcher, etc.).
Donna uses her experiences as a single mother, and the embracement
of her inner cougar to tell of her 'spiritual awakening.' Original
music by Mark Barkan compliments lyrics by Ms. Moore. SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071025Cougar.shtml
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MARY FOSTER CONKLIN AND GEORGE EVANS AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
Jazz vocalists Mary Foster Conklin and George Evans bring their show
"Night Songs For City Dwellers"THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd
Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) for three performances. Showtimes are Tuesday, October 23rd at 9:30
pm, Wednesday, October 24th at 10:00 pm and Saturday, October 27th
at 5:00 pm. After a successful run at the newly opened Live at Courthouse
Jazz Club in Toronto this past June, Mary Foster Conklin and Canadian
singer George Evans reunite to share their collective passion for
city life after dark. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071103JazzDuo.shtml
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WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 24th
ANY WEDNESDAY CD SHOW GUEST IS CYNTHIA CRANE
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 October 24th Cynthia Crane. Future
performers include: Jasper Kump (October 31st), Andrea Burns (November
7th), David Burnham (November 14th), Andrea Marcovicci (Tuesday, November
20th), B.J. Crosby (November 21st), New Voices: Julie Esposito, Barbara
Lusch, Lou Watson (November 28th). No reservations taken. No cover.
WEDNESDAY JAZZARET FEATURES GUESTS, COMEDY & OPEN MIC
Scott Barbarino presents "Jazzaret" at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street,
NYC - 212-362-2511 - http://www.Triadnyc.com/
) every Wednesday night at 9:00 pm, featuring special guests and the
Barry Levitt Trio. Also featured is comedy mistress Dana Lorge. This
week Wednesday, October 24th, Scott will present a guest TBA. The
guest performances are followed by open mic & jazz jam. There is just
a $5 cover and a 1-drink minimum.
AMAZING THINGS OPEN MIC FEATURES HEATHER HOLLAND AS GUEST
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, October
24th the featured guest is Heather Holland. The show starts at 7:30
pm, and there is an $8 cover charge (discount for BACA members).
NEW OPEN MIC VENUE IN TUCSON EVERY WEDNESDAY
Every Wednesday at 7:00 pm will be CABARET OPEN MIC NIGHT at COLORS
FOOD & SPIRITS (5305 East Speedway, Tucson, AZ - 520-323-1840) with
the fabulous cabaret diva Liz McMahon introducing Tucson's most talented
performers. Bring your sheet music for Musical Director Marilyn Harris
to play and enjoy a great evening of music and fun. Bring your party
pieces, promote your upcoming show and/or CDs, or try out your new
audition song. Whether you come to perform or just enjoy the show.
Sign-up at 6:30 pm. Full menu and full bar available. No cover, no
minimum.
THURSDAY - OCTOBER 25th
THREE CAT THURSDAYS FEATURES SONGWRITER NIGHT
SONGWRITER NIGHT takes place the 4th Thursday each month as part of
THREE CAT THURSDAYS hosted by Rob Dorn and Jason Paul Smith. On Thursday,
October 25th at 8:00 pm at GORILLA TANGO THEATER (1919 North Milwaukee
Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-598-4549 - http://www.gorillatango.com/
) Laura Freeman performs all new material. Sound and lighting is by
Darin Scott. These weekly cabaret events are presented by Three Cat
Media. Call for cover/minimum information.
BARBARA BRUSSELL EVERY THURSDAY THROUGH NOVEMBER 1st
Barbara Brussell debuts her new show, "OUT OF THE MOUTHS OF BABES"
at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440
- http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) every thursday through November 1st at 10:00 pm. The show combines
the works of women: they wrote it, they sang it, they said it. Powerful
and empowering, wildly witty and wise women who made hits and history,
including works by classic and contemporary writers. Alex Rybeck is
Musical Director, arranger and accompanist for the show. SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071101Brussell.shtml
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JAZZ ON THE SQUARE EVERY THURSDAY IN WOODSTOCK IL
"Jazz on the Square," live jazz jam sessions featuring Chicago vocalist
Judith Honesty and local musicians, John Weber, Jim Hecht and Dave
Childress takes place every Thursday from 7:00 to 11:00 pm at PIRRO'S
RESTAURANTE (228 Main Street, Woodstock, IL - 815-337-9100 - http://www.pirrosrestaurante.com/
). During October a portion of the tips collected at every jam session
will go to Hospice of Northeastern Illinois (http://www.hospiceanswers.org/
).
FRIDAY - OCTOBER 26th
MOLLY POPE BRINGS BACK MADCAP CABARET SHOW
Molly Pope, notorious Diva-in-Waiting, will wait no more as she takes
the stage once again at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC
- 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) on Fridays October 26th & November 2nd at 9:15 pm to stake her claim
as a classic throwback star somehow caught in this day and age. "The
Diva-lution of Molly Pope" is an evening in the life of a hybrid gay-man-black-woman-eighty-year-old-grande-dame,
born both too soon and too late for her prime. Under the direction
of Matt Sigl and accompanied by Ray Fellman, she hilariously proves
her status as a quintessential diva. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071104Pope.shtml
MARCUS SIMEONE'S DEBUT CD RELEASE SHOW OCTOBER 26th
Miranda Music is proud to announce the release of "At Last," the debut
CD of widely acclaimed vocalist Marcus Simeone. A singular voice that
captures the romantic magic of Johnny Mathis fused with the jazz sensibilities
of greats like Jimmy Scott and Al Jarreau and the raw emotion of Eva
Cassidy. At Last is a "live" recording of a concert appearance at
The Encore. The CD will have it's release celebration on Friday October
26th at 8:00 pm at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407
West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/
). There will be a $15 music charge and a $12 Food/Drink minimum.
See http://www.marcussimeone.com/
for more information and sound-samples of several songs. SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071021Simeone.shtml
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SATURDAY - OCTOBER 27th
BILL COOPER PREMIERES SHOW LOCALLY BEFORE MAKING NEW YORK DEBUT
Bill Cooper, a Bay Area cabaret favorite and co-host of one of San
Francisco's most popular open mics, will premiere his latest cabaret
act at THE OCTAVIA LOUNGE (1772 Market Street, SF - 415-863-3516 -
http://www.octavialounge.com/
), on Saturday, October 27th, before heading east to make his New
York debut at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM on November 6th. He is accompanied
by fellow cabaret artist Barry Lloyd at the piano. SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsSF071027Cooper.shtml
TIMELESS DIVAS GOES HOLLYWOOD IN BOCA RATON
ShaRell Productions (Sandi Durell & Shari Upbin) present TIMELESS
DIVAS GOES HOLLYWOOD! on Saturday October 27th at 2:00 & 7:30 pm and
Sunday October 28th at 4:00 pm at LYNN UNIVERSITY (3601 N. Military
Trail, Boca Raton, FL - 561-237-9000 - http://www.timelessdivas.com/
). The cast includes Christy Mauro-Cohen, Barry J. Tarallo and Eileen
Faxas. Musical Direction is by Irwin Solomon. The show is an entertaining
recollection of the wealth of songs of the Silver Screen from the
40s through 80s. Professional performers provide the comic touches
and soul-stirring emotions. Extraordinary musical styles -- brilliant
harmonies. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsSOUTH071029Divas.shtml
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JEANNE MacDONALD CELEBRATES MISS PEGGY LEE
Award winning Jeanne MacDonald brings her new show "Come Back to Me"
to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440
- http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) on Saturdays October 27th and November 3rd, 10th & 17th, all shows
at 10:00 pm. Rick Jensen serves as Musical Director & Arranger with
Mayra Casales on Percussion and Jennifer Vincent on Bass. In her new
show "Come Back To Me," MacDonald brings to The Metropolitan Room
a glowing celebration of Miss Peggy Lee, proving herself an artist
with both the sensibility and sensitivity to convey the essence of
this legend, weaving her spell with finesse. SEE FULL STORY ON THE
WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071117Jeanne.shtml
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GEORGE ALINE GETS A KICK IN THE HEAD WITH DEAN MARTIN TRIBUTE
Crooner George Aline beings his show "Ain't That a Kink in the Head"
to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street,
NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
) for one night only on Saturday, October 27th at 6:00 pm. The show
is a tribute to Dean Martin, the man and his music. Musical director
is Jerry Scott. Lina Koutrakos directs. There is a $15 cover plus
a $15 food/drink minimum. George's new CD will be available for purchase
after the show. *** BANNER ADVERTISER ***
MAGGIE GRAHAM'S "CAROL CHANNELING" HELD OVER THROUGH DECEMBER 29th
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $10 OFF TICKET PRICE ***
Following successful engagements at Rose's Turn and Joe's Pub, Maggie
Graham's acclaimed one-woman show CAROL CHANNELING has been held over
at THE TRIAD (158 West 72nd Street, NYC - TKTS: 212-868-4444 - http://www.Triadnyc.com/
) for an open-ended run, Saturdays at 9:00 pm through December 29th.
Produced by Garry Shaffer and conceived and directed by Maggie Graham,
CAROL CHANNELING is an evening of hilarious fun custom tailored to
the needs of the musical theatre obsessed. CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
MEMBERS: Call 212-868-4444 and mention code CHL15 or purchase online
at http://www.SmartTix.com and
enter code CHL15 for $10 off ticket price (valid through December
8th). SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071031Carol.shtml
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SUNDAY - OCTOBER 28th
NANCY ANDERSON OFFERS "TEN CENTS A DANCE" AT BIRDLAND
On Sunday, October 28th at 7:00 pm, Broadway's Nancy Anderson returns
to BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/
) to celebrate her recent recording, "Ten Cents a Dance," which features
standards and lost treasures from the 1920s and 30s. The series of
Sunday and Monday night concerts presented by Jim Caruso's Cast Party
and TheaterMania.com, features top Broadway stars and theater songwriters.
SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071028Anderson.shtml
CYNTHIA CRANE MAKES METROPOLITAN ROOM DEBUT WITH NEW SHOW *** MEMBER
DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Cynthia Crane sings her mind on life, love and the world in general
in her new show scheduled at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street,
NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
). Final performances is scheduled for Sunday October 28th at 4:00
pm. This will be Cynthia's METROPOLITAN ROOM debut. A fixture in New
York's performing world appearing in nightclubs and cabarets here
and abroad, working with some of the last of New England's "Big Bands",
in USO shows, acting in stock and off-off-Broadway. She was a 2007
MAC nominee and Back Stage Bistro Award winner as outstanding vocalist,
as well as a nominee for the very first Mabel Mercer Foundation Award.
Her CDs have received national air play & critical acclaim. There
is a $20 cover, 2-beverage minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE. *** SUPER SIDE-BAR ADVERTISER ***
LUA HADAR ADDS A TWIST TO JAZZ WITH NEW GENRE-BENDING BAND
Vocalist LUA HADAR and her new genre-bending band, TWIST, will stir
up the audience with hot Latin rhythms, sexy Italian ballads, funk
a la Francais, and jazz from The Great American Songbook on Sunday
October 28th at M BAR (1253 North Vine Street, Hollywood, CA - 323-856-0036
- http://www.mbarhollywood.com/
). To order tickets and for directions and information go to http://www.BrownPaperTickets.com/event/20198.
These evenings feature an original mix of songs, from well-known jazz
tunes done in unexpected ways, to international songs - both familiar
and not - performed in French, Spanish or Italian. SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsSF071030Hadar.shtml
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CABARET CD RELEASE NEWS
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/
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KEN SLAVIN RELEASES NEW CD "I'LL TAKE ROMANCE"
The Alamo City's most popular jazz crooner, Ken Slavin, has released
his new CD "I'll Take Romance" - a tour de force of romantic jazz
and pop songs showcasing his rich, expressive voice and demonstrating
why he is poised to emerge as a star in the growing "neo-classical"
vocal jazz movement in America and abroad. I'll Take Romance features
16 tracks running the gamut from lush violin-infused arrangements
to cool swing numbers to spicy Latin tempos. SEE FULL STORY ON THE
WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCD071030Slavin.shtml
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR NEXT WEEK
MONDAY - OCTOBER 29th
A CHORUS LINE CAST MEMBERS PARTICIPATE IN CABARET CARES SHOW
The huge hit of the cabaret 2007 season Cabaret Cares continues with
a third benefit show this months on Monday, October 29th at 9:30 pm
at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street,
NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
). Featured are members of the cast of the hit Broadway revival of
A Chorus Line, including Kevin Worley, Heather Parcells, Katherine
Tokarz, Melissa Lone, Will Taylor, Jess Patty, Lyndy Franklin, Dena
Diagacinco, E Clayton Cornelius, Nick Adams and Michael Gruber with
Jelaine Marcos serving as MC. (all subject to change). SEE FULL STORY
ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071029CabCares.shtml
TUESDAY - OCTOBER 30th
"POLITICAL IDOL" OPENS ON ELECTION DAY PREVIEWS OCTOBER 30th
"Political Idol" a new musical revue spoofing the upcoming presidential
elections opens on Tuesday November 6th (Election Day) at THE TRIAD
(158 West 72nd Street, NYC - TKTS: 212-352-3101 - http://www.Triadnyc.com/
) for an eight week run Tuesdays at 9:00 pm through December 18th.
Produced by the FREEDOM TOAST company, preview performances begin
Tuesday, October 30th at 9:00 pm. Political Idol is based on the parodies
of Marc Emory, muse and founder of The Freedom Toast. Robert Yarnall
is co-author of the book and lyrics. Chris Haberl will serve as musical
director and Kat Martin will design the costumes. SEE FULL STORY ON
THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071218Idol.shtml
WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 31st
LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE HOLDS FIRST EVER MASQUERADE BALL
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street,
NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
) is pleased to announce their first ever Masquerade Ball, a special
Halloween edition of The After Party on Wednesday October 31st at
9:30 pm. In celebration of Halloween, attendees are invited to dress
to the hilt or dress as yourself for an evening of fun and frivolity.
Hosted by The After Party's Brandon Cutrell with Ray Fellman at the
piano, you might even win something for best costume. Come and sing
something scary (or something from a "scary" musical), as the mic
is always open, or sit back and haunt the folks at your table. The
scary shots flow freely. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071031Ball.shtml
THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 1st
CRAIG POMRANZ IN 2-WEEK RUN AT THE GARDENIA
THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444
- http://www.cabaretwest.org/gardenia.htm
) will present critically acclaimed cabaret vocalist Craig Pomranz,
accompanied by Steve Bocchino, music director and pianist, in "My
Heart Don't Skip A Beat," a 60-minute cabaret show featuring songs
of love. The show will be presented on Thursday, Friday & Saturday,
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd and Friday & Saturday, November 9th and 10th.All
shows will begin at 9:00 pm. Pomranz's show will include popular songs
from his first CD, "My Heart Don't Skip A Beat" plus other favorites.
There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum (no drink minimum for
dinner patrons). *** BANNER ADVERTISER ***
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 2nd
PATRICIA FITZPATRICK IS "SINGLE, AGAIN" *** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5
OFF THE COVER ***
Patricia Fitzpatrick's "Single, Again ... and this time it's not my
fault" makes its' debut at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street,
NYC - 1-212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) on Friday, November 2nd at 7:00 pm and Saturday November 3rd at
3:30 pm. The show is a comic, yet tender peak into the life of a widow
of a "certain age", looking for love one more time. Internet dating,
stalking potential mates in the super market and blind dates have
their consequences. Fitzpatrick takes the audience on a journey filled
with humor and self reflection. From "You Need An Older Woman" to
"I Just Move On", musical director Patton crafts a mini-musical,'slice
of life' love story. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON
THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071106Single.shtml
SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 3rd
CHICAGO'S ELIZABETH DOYLE SALUTES CINEMA BLONDES *** MEMBER DISCOUNT
*** $3 OFF THE COVER ***
2007 Chicago After Dark Award recipient Elizabeth Doyle brings "Hollywood
Blondes" to New York's THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street,
NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) on Saturday, November 3rd at 2:30 PM and Tuesday, November 6th at
7:00 pm. The show is a tribute to the beautiful blonds of cinema,
from Mae West to Madonna, from Doris Day to Dolly Parton. Ms. Doyle
will be joined by musical director Jeffrey Roscoe. There is a $15
cover plus a 2-beverage minimum. $12 cover for members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE. *** SIDE-BAR ADVERTISER ***
LANDMARK'S GALA FEATURES ERRICO AND D'ARCY JAMES
JEANNE RIMSKY THEATER AT LANDMARK (212 Main Street, Port Washington,
NY - 516-767-6444 - http://www.landmarkonmainstreet.org/
) is delighted to announce that it's 2007 Gala will be a magnificent
concert event starring Melissa Errico and Brian d'Arcy James on Saturday,
November 3rd. The Gala is the major fundraising event for Landmark
on Main Street. Funds raised go to maintaining its vibrant community
center and to presenting first-rate programs, such as this season's
concerts with The Bacon Brothers, Lesley Gore, Stephen Schwartz and
Joan Osborne. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYSNJ071103Landmark.shtml
"THE WORLD ACCORDING TO ROCK" DEBUTS AT THE DUPLEX *** MEMBER DISCOUNT
*** NO COVER ***
Rock Albers, award-winning performance comedian, sings, plays the
piano and rants about the world of politics, pop culture, sports,
science and religion in an all new comedy show "The World According
To Rock" at the THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street,
NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/
) on Saturday at 5:00 pm on November 3rd. Albers was twice the recipient
of the MAC Best Male Stand-Up Comedian in 2002 and 2003. Tickets for
the show can be purchased through SmartTix.com, Phone: 212-868-4444.
The price of tickets is $10, and there is a 2-drink minimum. Free
tickets are available for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL
STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071105Rock.shtml
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CARLA GORDON TO RELEASE HER NEW CD AT KATERINA'S NOVEMBER 3rd
Carla Gordon will hold the "Official Release" event of her new CD
"The Voice In Your Heart" on Saturday, November 3rd from 6:30 to 9:00
pm at KATERINA'S CLUB (1920 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL - 773-348-7592
- http://www.katerinas.com/
), This special no-cover show will feature musical selections that
range from burlesque to Broadway, with James Cabastein at the piano
and special guests. Cocktails, light fare, and dinner are available.
*** BANNER ADVERTISER ***
CCP TO HOLD "BUSINESS OF CABARET" CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 3rd
The CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
) Education Committee (Laura Freeman and Tracy Adams, Co-Governors)
has announced the first ever Business of Cabaret Conference to be
held on Saturday, November 3rd from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm at MAXIM'S
at The Nancy Goldberg International Center (24 East Goethe Street,
Chicago, IL - Tickets: 312-742-1748 - http://www.maximschicago.org/
). This conference is free to CCP members! SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE
at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCHIMW071104Conf.shtml
SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 4th
THAT CERTAIN SMILE: THE MUSIC OF SAMMY FAIN EXTENDED *** MEMBER DISCOUNT
*** $6 OFF THE COVER ***
The venerable composer, Sammy Fain, is the "man of the hour" in Wenhelm
Productions' latest entry in their ongoing American Composer Series
in the show THAT CERTAIN SMILE: THE MUSIC OF SAMMY FAIN. Laura Leigh
Davidson made her solo cabaret debut in the 22 song tribute which
opened at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 1-212-757-0788
- http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) on Friday, October 5th. After the 5 performances in the initial
run it has been extended for 3 more performances: Sunday, November
4th at 2:30 pm, Tuesday, November 6th at 9:00 pm.and Sunday, November
11th at 5:00 pm.There is a $12.00 cover charge and two drink minimum.
$6 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON
THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071111Fain.shtml
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - FUTURE EVENTS
MONDAY - NOVEMBER 5th
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
NEWCOMERS' SHOWCASE PRESENTED BY CCP NOVEMBER 5th
CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
) will present a Newcomers Showcase on Monday, November 5th at 7:00
pm at DAVENPORT'S (1383 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL - 773-278-1830
- http://www.davenportspianobar.com/
). The show will feature the talents of Margaret Imrie, Ray Kasman,
Patti Kinsella, Judy Loyd and Mary Rademacker. This is a great opportunity
to see performers who are new to Chicago Cabaret Professionals. There
is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 6th
LYNNE HALLIDAY AT THE BEECHMAN IN NOVEMBER
Lynne Halliday's new show, "Torched" will be presented at THE WEST
BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909
- http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
) on Tuesdays November 6th at 7:00 pm and 13th at 9:30 pm and Wednesday
November 14th at 8:30 pm. The show takes the idea of the torch song
and stretches it like taffy, from its heartbreaking, painful side
to its comic and ridiculous other cheek. Directed by Michael Schiralli
and accompanied by David Brunetti. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at
http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071114Halliday.shtml
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SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 10th
JIM SPEAKE RETURNS WITH ACCLAIMED BRASS BAND SHOW *** MEMBER DISCOUNT
*** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Jim Speake returns to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street,
NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) for one show only on Saturday November 10th at 2:30 pm with his acclaimed
show "I'm A Brass Band." The show features the music of Cy Coleman,
the Tony, Emmy and Grammy award winning composer of Broadway musicals:
Sweet Charity, The Will Rogers Follies, City Of Angels, The Life,
Barnun, Little Me, Seesaw, On The Twentieth Century, Wildcat and others.
Musical direction is by Steven Ray Watkins, with Matt Wigton on bass
and Fred Kennedy on drums. The show is directed by Lennie Watts.There
is a $15 cover charge, 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071110Speake.shtml
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MAKING MUSIC OUR PROFESSION CONFERENCE IN DC NOVEMBER 10th
DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/
) joins SAW (Songwriters' Association of Washington - http://www.saw.org/
) to bring the music industry, senior officials from all 3 performing
rights organizations (ASCAP, BMI, and SESAC), to DC to feature "Making
Music Our Profession - Can We Quit Our Day Jobs?" on Saturday, November
10th, at the DC BAR ASSOCIATION (1250 H Street NW, Washington, DC),
from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. SEE FULL STORY ON THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsPADC071110Conf.shtml
WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 14th
MICHIGAN RESIDENT TO MAKE CABARET DEBUT AT METROPOLITAN ROOM *** MEMBER
DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Francesca Amari, a popular West Michigan cabaret vocalist from Grand
Rapids, Michigan, will be making her solo cabaret debut with two shows
at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440
- http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) in November. Shows are scheduled for Wednesday November 14th at
10:00 pm and Saturday November 24th at 5:00 pm. Her new show, "Secretly
Square" pays homage to guilty pleasure songs from such legendary performers
as Johnny Mathis, The Carpenters, Captain & Tennille, Neil Sedaka
and more. The show is directed by Barry Kleinbort with musical direction
by Christopher Denny. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum.
$15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. SEE FULL STORY ON
THE WEBSITE at http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsNYC071124Amari.shtml
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FUTURE EVENTS NOVEMBER AND BEYOND
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
How do you get an item posted in the CABARET NEWS section of the CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE website and in the newsletter? It is really quite simple.
Just e-mail me a press release of at least four or
five 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 - or use
the items asked for as a guide to the information I need.
Just send in your press release or listings request
in simple txt format if possible (the format I write these issues
in and use for the website), and send any photos as attachments,
not imbedded within the e-mail. 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! The
more information the better - it is easier for me to trim the release
than to hunt and google websites for more information.
We usually run articles about 2 to 3 weeks before
event date if possible so it is wisest to send your release about
4 weeks in advance. Because of the large number of items received,
we can only use news of event just once, so we try not to get too
far ahead in the news. There are a few exceptions to the "just once"
rule:
+++ If the event is advertised on the website it will
be repeated in every issue of the newsletter
+++ If the event offers a discount to members of CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE it will be included in each MID-WEEK issue of the
newsletter.
+++ Major benefits where ALL proceeds are given to
the charity named will be mentioned in every issue as well as major
cabaret events like cabaret festivals and galas.
+++ We also include at least once each week those
regular (monthly, weekly, etc.) events with guests who change each
performance, like SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX, BOB EGAN'S MONDAY
SHOWCASE and the like.
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.
One more reminder - all current memberships for CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
expired on Thursday, July 5th 2007. You can renew (or get a new) membership
almost instantly on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website (http://www.svhamstra.com/
), using a credit card. Just click on the button at the top of every
page of the website marked JOIN HERE. Or you can mail your check,
made out simply to Stu Hamstra to 676A Ninth Avenue #120, New York,
NY 10036. Memberships are available at several levels with varying
benefits. Basic membership (which can be upgraded at any time with
full credit) is $20 (SILVER). You membership dollars support the website,
the newsletter, the blog and other activities of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
Support CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE as it promotes the art and artists
of cabaret.
And that is just about the way it was.
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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