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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #080603 - Monday,
June 9, 2008
Since 1990 Your First, Best and Only Complete Source of Cabaret
News
NOW IN OUR 18th YEAR PUBLISHING THE NEWS OF CABARET!
COVERING CABARET ON THE INTERNET SINCE 1997!
18TH BIRTHDAY PARTY AT THE BEECHMAN SOLD OUT?
See http://www.svhamstra.com/NewsCABHT080709Bday18a.shtml
If it's anything to do with cabaret, you'll probably
read it here first!
These newsletters are a FREE service to promote the art and artists
of cabaret. You need not be a member of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE to
be a subscriber (but it would be nice). See http://www.svhamstra.com/Membership.shtml
or click on the button marked JOIN HERE at the top of every page on
the website for all benefits and details.
SPECIAL TO ALL WHO ORDERED TICKETS TO THE BIRTHDAY PARTY
Your reservation is not confirmed until payment is received, and since
we are sold out, please let me know if you still want the tickets
you ordered but have not paid for so I can release them for sale.
Tickets not paid for by June 16th will be considered cancelled - I
will notify you first, of course. NO TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE THE
DAY OF THE SHOW! NO COMPS! Please don't call THE BEECHMAN - they are
not taking reservations for this event.
TODAY'S TOP STORY
NEW YORK CITY: METROSTAR TALENT CONTEST IN JULY-AUGUST
THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) presents the first annual "Metrostar Talent Challenge" beginning
on Monday, July 7th. Up to 60 solo singers and vocal duos will compete
in this jury and audience-voted elimination-round competition that
spans seven consecutive Mondays. The grand prize winner and two runner-ups
(who will be named the night of the contest's finale on August 18th
will enjoy an impressive package of prizes and professional encouragements.
For the winner these will include a fully produced, prime time booking
at the Metropolitan Room and a professionally produced live recording
of this upcoming show.
Open to performers who have not played a major engagement
at The Metropolitan Room, "Metrostar" will invite singers across
a spectrum of styles to compete head to head. Reflecting the club's
preference to present both seasoned and up-and-coming performers,
the contest will showcase the talents of solo singers and vocal
duos across every age bracket, from the Broadway stage, cabaret,
and the jazz-pop-folk recording and concert worlds.
Online and by-mail registration begins today, June
9th. Performers are asked to consult the club's website for eligibility
details and instructions on how to apply online or by mail. The
application deadline is July 1st. Applications will be pre-screened
and approximately 60 performers will be chosen to compete.
The Metropolitan Room's very own Lennie Watts will
serve as the contest's on-stage host. Watts, the multi-award winning
vocalist as well the club's highly regarded booking manager, will
use his well-honed stage and interpersonal gifts to provide a nurturing,
humorous and always entertaining performance environment. Two well-known
figures in the cabaret world will serve as judges throughout the
seven-week competition. They will be joined each week by a different,
celebrity guest judge. Throughout the Challenge the judges' voting
will be supplemented by audience ballot voting.
Over seven weeks "Metrostar" will encourage contestants
to establish well-rounded and uniquely entertaining stage presences.
An artistically ambitious competition, "Metrostar" values innovation
and creativity over raw talent, intelligence over polish, and authenticity
over vocal fireworks.
The contest's three career boosting prize packages
are worth over $15,000. For the grand prize the Metropolitan Room
is committing to producing and presenting a new show starring the
winner, in a week-long, prime-time engagement, plus a multi-track
"Live at The Metropolitan Room" recording of the new show. The runner-ups
will open for the winner and receive demo recordings of their appearance.
The club will engage several well-known professionals and artists
to collaborate with the winners.
The trials are on July 7th, 14th & 21st; the quarter
finals bow on July 28th; the semi finals take place on August 4th.
The first round of finals unfolds on August 11th, and the contest's
finale is on August 18th. All shows are at 7:00 pm. The cover charge
for all shows is $15, with a $15 minimum.
HEADLINES OF NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS SPOTLIGHTED IN THIS ISSUE
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS CHECK OUT THE CABARET DIARY
AT http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
NEW YORK CITY: METROSTAR TALENT CONTEST IN JULY-AUGUST
NEW YORK CITY: 18th BIRTHDAY SHOW JULY 9th SOLD OUT - MAYBE
*** CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE SPECIAL EVENT ***
ALL 2007-2008 MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRE ON JULY 5th - RENEW TODAY
MESSAGE BOARD IS AVAILABLE FOR SPONSORSHIP - WRITE FOR DATES
CD NEWS: CYNTHIA CRANE'S LIVE PERFORMANCE CD AVAILABLE
WINNER - CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE MEMBERS' CHOICE TOP-10
NEW YORK CITY: CHRISTINA PARKE COOKS UP DELICIOUS CABARET
NEW YORK CITY: HAPPY HOUR WITH DAVID PELLEGRENE
CHICAGO: MONDAY NIGHT LIVE AT PETTERINO'S
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
LOS ANGELES: TORCH & MARX TEAM UP FOR WEEKLY BLUES JAM
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
LOS ANGELES: LES MICHAELS HOSTS OPEN MIC MONDAYS AT VERMONT
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: WHITE, HICKS & RITZEL UPSTAIRS AT STONEWALL
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: STARS OF CABARET & BROADWAY IN CFF BENEFIT
*** FEATURED BENEFIT EVENT ***
LOS ANGELES: MUNDY ON TUESDAYS CONTINUES AT THE GARDENIA
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: JAMIE deROY & FRIENDS CELEBRATE THE TONYS
NEW YORK CITY: HAPPY HOUR WITH DAVID PELLEGRENE
NEW YORK CITY: ANY WEDNESDAY CD SHOW WITH KAREN AKERS
NEW YORK CITY: JESSEL RETURNS WITH SONGS OF JESSELL
CHICAGO: PAUL MARINARO TRIO NOW EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
LOS ANGELES: WEDNESDAY NIGHT JAZZ JAM SESSION
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: DAVID PELLEGRENE'S CABARET FEVER THURSDAYS
NEW YORK CITY: JULIE REYBURN LIVE AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
NEW YORK CITY: "GRACE NOTES: A SINGERS' SOIREE" MONTHLY
NEW JERSEY: MARCUS SIMEONE SINGS "DARIN, MATHIS & BENNETT"
NEW YORK CITY: SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX WITH GUEST TBA
*** FEATURED BENEFIT EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: BRONWYN, BARBARA & JERRY OPEN MIC HAPPY HOUR
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: RICKY & KIMLEE WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: ALICE FRAZIER'S BROADWAY WITHOUT BOUNDARIES
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $10 OFF THE COVER ***
NEW YORK CITY: THE CUBAN KID IS BACK IN CONCERT
NEW YORK CITY: DAVID PELLEGRENE'S AT UNCLE CHARLIE'S
NEW YORK CITY: HOLE-O-MATIC RIDES AGAIN
*** HOTLINE MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
NEW YORK CITY: MACDONALD RETURNS WITH AWARD WINNING SHOW
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
NEW YORK CITY: NEXT SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY MEETING JUNE 14th
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
NEW JERSEY: HELLO, DOLLY! WITH RICHARD SKIPPER
AUSTRALIA: CAROLINE NIN CELEBRATES BUTTERFLY CLUB'S NIN-TH
NEW YORK CITY: NEW FACES FEATURED SUNDAYS AT THE MUSIC BOX
NEW YORK CITY: GRAND OPENING OF NEW SPACE AT DON'T TELL MAMA
NEW YORK CITY: BEECHMAN HOLDS INAUGURAL TONY PARTY
NEW YORK CITY: THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1979
*** FEATURED FESTIVAL EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: D.C. ANDERSON IN ONLY 2008 NYC APPEARANCE
CHICAGO: MUSICAL MONDAYS AT THE DRURY LANE WATER TOWER PLACE
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
WASHINGTON D.C.: NEXT DCCN OPEN MIC NIGHT MONDAY JUNE 16th
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
NEW YORK CITY: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN'S HOW 'BOUT THEM APPLES?!
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
NEW YORK CITY: BARBARA ROSENE AT SWING 46
SAN FRANCISCO: SUZANNE WESTENHOEFER AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
WASHINGTON D.C.: "GOOGLING MY EX ..." AT 1409 PLAYBILL CAFE
SAN FRANCISCO: RRAZZ ROOM PRESENTS ROSLYN KIND IN CONCERT
NEW YORK CITY: OPENING DOORS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS
NEW YORK CITY: MAC PRESENTS ANOTHER NEW FACE SHOWCASE
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
WASHINGTON D.C.: BEVERLY COSHAM AT ARTS CLUB JUNE 25th
NEW YORK CITY: BARRETT TAYLOR AT CATERINA'S TUESDAYS
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS CHECK OUT THE CABARET DIARY
AT http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
IMPORTANT NEWS FROM/ABOUT CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
18th BIRTHDAY SHOW JULY 9th SOLD OUT - MAYBE
*** CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE SPECIAL EVENT ***
Tickets for our 18th Birthday Party on Wednesday, July 9th at THE
LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER are virtually sold out - sort of. I have sold
all 85 seats - plus 15 seats set aside for performers - but right
now there are 11 tickets that were ordered but not paid yet - and
if any are not paid by June 16th will be cancelled and put back on
sale.
The show features 2008-MAC AWARD winner Phil Bond,
Edd Clark, Hector Coris, Cynthia Crane, 2008-MAC AWARD winner John
De Marco, Teresa Fischer, 2008-MAC AWARD winner Eric Michael Gillett,
David Gurland, Annie Hughes, Matt Leahy, Joyce Moody, Krisanthi
Pappas, 2008 MAC/HANSON AWARD winner Maureen Kelley Stewart and
Alysha Umphress. 2008-MAC AWARD winner Miles Phillips, as the JEFF
MATSON AWARD winner, and 2008-MAC AWARD winner Tracy Stark, as the
DOTTIE BURMAN AWARD winner have also been invited to perform.
The party celebrates the start of the new 2008-2009
membership year which officially begins July 6th - the date in 1990
when the first CABARET HOTLINE (print edition) was published (we
were first on the web with cabaret news - since 1997!). REMEMBER:
NO TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE THE DAY OF THE SHOW! NO COMPS! Please
don't call THE BEECHMAN - they are not taking reservations for this
event.
Tickets are just $10 - but must be purchased in combination
with a 2008-2009 membership: $30 for a SILVER combo; $85 for a GOLD
combo; $250 CRYSTAL membership gets you 2 free tickets. Just go
to http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1tkt.shtml
to place your name on the waiting list - don't send a check or payment.
If you can't attend and want to send congratulations
(or if you have a show or CD to promote) you can support the event
by purchasing an ad in the program booklet - costs start at just
$20. Just go to http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1prog.shtml
. Deadline for ads is June 24th.
THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 18th BIRTHDAY PARTY is
sponsored in part by 2008-MAC AWARD winner Suzanne Carricco (http://www.suzannecarrico.com/
), Raissa Katona Bennett (http://www.raissa.info/
), MIRANDA MUSIC (http://www.mirandamusic.com/
), Sandi Durell (http://www.timelessdivas.com/
), Joyce Moody (http://www.joycemoody.com/
), Eric Michael Gillett (http://www.ericmichaelgillett.com/
), Joanna Mosca (http://www.joannamosca.com/
) and Chelsea Hudgens (http://www.chelseasdesktop.com/
) plus 2 additional anonymous sponsors.
ALL 2007-2008 MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRE ON JULY 5th - RENEW TODAY
Don't miss a minute of benefits - including that free page promoting
your CDs, discounts on cabaret events & offerings, participation in
MEMBERS' CHOICE events, listing & links on our membership and performer
pages, discounts and rebates for banner ads plus regular MEMBERS'
ONLY updates, announcements and offers.
2008-2009 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE memberships, good
through July 5, 2009, are now on sale (brand new members signing
up before July 5th, when all the 2007-2008 memberships expire will
get extra weeks on their new membership - current members who don't
want to miss a day of membership should renew now). SILVER memberships
still are just $20 - GOLD memberships remain at $75. And you can
upgrade at any time for full credit! Other membership levels available.
See http://www.svhamstra.com/Membership.shtml
or click on the button marked JOIN HERE at the top of every page
on the website for all benefits and details. We hit 478 members
in the current 2007-2008 membership year (which expire on July 5th),
and this year the goal is 500!
MESSAGE BOARD IS AVAILABLE FOR SPONSORSHIP - WRITE FOR DATES
The BANNER AD on the most visited page on the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE
website. This is the only advertising item that appears on this page
- and appears at the top of this page whenever someone reads one of
the messages as well. This page is actually visited more times each
day than our home (opening) page! Cost of this exclusive placement
is $95 per week for the first 2 weeks (there is a 2-week minimum)
and then $75 per week continuous thereafter. SUPERSIZE banner only.
In addition you may take advantage of your membership discount or
rebate ($20 one-time rebate for SILVER members, 20% discount for GOLD
members for the rest of the membership year, etc.) And you can take
an additional 5% discount if you pay using a credit card and PayPal.
Click on the button marked BANNER INFO at the top of every page on
the website for information and pricing on all the sizes, types and
styles of advertising available. Write for availability - some weeks
already reserved.
HERE & THERE
It's too darn hot! I have no idea how long this issue is going to
be today because right now my air conditioner is having a tough struggle
to maintain just an 80-degree level here in the opulent, penthouse
offices of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE. I keep the a/c turned off over
night - for some reason I can sleep better with it off - and so the
heat had a head start on the machine this morning. At 7:00 am the
temperature outside and inside was a nasty 86-degrees, and right now
(11:00 am) it is a sweltering 90-degrees outside, and predicted to
reach 100 or so.
But the heat alone is not what makes it so uncomfortable
(and it isn't the humidity either - 60%). It is all about a cloud
of pollution that seems to be hanging over my part of town. My eyes
were watering and itching all morning, making work on the newsletter
a bit difficult.
But enough complaining - folks in parts of Brooklyn
had a power failure during the night and many still don't have power.
They must be really uncomfortable!
I moved the HERE & THERE section up a few notches for this issue.
You see, I received over 70 new subscribers over the weekend, and
they might not get to this section if it was all the way at the bottom
as it has been for the past several months. I just check the stats,
and we are fast approaching 2,600 subscribers!
Having a show or cabaret event? Is your show listed on the CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE website and/or the newsletter? There is no charge for
your show to be listed - you don't even have to be a member! Remember,
unseen and untold means unsold. You don't even need a press agent
to prepare your press release - just go to http://www.svhamstra.com/PressRelease1.shtml
and fill out the information as completely as possible
Here's an excerpt from an item from the Las Vegas Online Entertainment
Guide - you can read the whole item at http://www.lvol.com/gossip/
.
"For you cabaret lovers who live in or visit Las
Vegas, here is some exciting news. Manhattan's Don't Tell Mama,
located at 343 W. 46th Street, will open a branch of their popular
club in downtown Vegas! Opened about 25 years ago by Erv Raible
(who, at one time, also owned The Duplex, Eighty-Eight's and The
Firebird Cafe), the New York club was purchased by the Pham family
(or should it be Pahmily?) around 1989. The Phams sold the 46th
Street club a year ago, and Ming Pham moved to Las Vegas to open
the first REAL East Coast-style cabaret club here. Expected to launch
in October, Mama's should stimulate the public's interest in this
kind of entertainment."
Meantime, DON'T TELL MAMA here in NYC is having a special celebration
coinciding with the TONY AWARD events on Sunday the 15th of June.
The brand new LOUNGE AT DON'T TELL MAMA, which has been actually open
for a few weeks, will have its official grand opening on the 15th,
starting around 7:00 pm. There will be drink specials, a TONY "Pool"
and TONY Trivia Prizes through out the night. You can watch the TONYS
(just in case you are interested) on the room's 2 Brand New 48" Flat
Screen TVs. No Reservations needed. No Cover Charge.
Watch for more news about our 18th Birthday Party on Wednesday, July
9th at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER in the next few issues. Although
all the ticket have been sold, 11 tickets are still not paid for and
if not paid by June 16th, will go back on sale. A "waiting list" is
set up, and as tickets are returned and/or cancelled, folks on the
list will be contacted in the order received. Just go to http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1tkt.shtml
to place your name on the waiting list. Don't send a check or payment.
You will be sent a PayPal invoice if tickets are available.
THE CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE 18th BIRTHDAY PARTY is
sponsored in part by 2008-MAC AWARD winner Suzanne Carricco (http://www.suzannecarrico.com/
), Raissa Katona Bennett (http://www.raissa.info/
), MIRANDA MUSIC (http://www.mirandamusic.com/
), Sandi Durell (http://www.timelessdivas.com/
), Joyce Moody (http://www.joycemoody.com/
), Eric Michael Gillett (http://www.ericmichaelgillett.com/
), Joanna Mosca (http://www.joannamosca.com/
) and Chelsea Hudgens (http://www.chelseasdesktop.com/
) plus 2 additional anonymous sponsors.
If you can't attend our 18th BIRTHDAY SHOW on July 9th, (or if you
have a show or CD to promote, or want to send congratulations on the
birthday or to our award winners) you can support the event by purchasing
an ad in the program booklet (costs start at just $20). Just go to
http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1prog.shtml
and fill in the size ad you wish to purchase and I will send you a
PayPal invoice (we prefer PayPal - the safest way to transmit money
via the internet). Deadline for ads is June 24th.
More HERE & THERE items appear at the bottom of this issue - last
minute items that come in just before we "go to press" as well as
a report on shows seen since the last issue.
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. 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. As with all live entertainment events, performers are
subject to change without notice.
CABARET CD RELEASE NEWS & UPDATES
CYNTHIA CRANE'S LIVE PERFORMANCE CD AVAILABLE WINNER - CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE MEMBERS' CHOICE TOP-10
Saloon-singer/story-teller Cynthia Crane mulls over life, love and
wrestles with the difficulties of watching life get old while she
remains eternally 27, "over and over and over again" on her latest
CD "If I Knew Now (what I knew then)". The CD, recorded live, is loaded
with with wry, witty songs - great melodies and smart lyrics by Jay
Leonhart and Dave Frishberg - plus a pastiche including Harold Arlen,
Stephen Sondheim, Johnny Mandel, John Wallowitch, Lew Spence, Clark
Gesner and Frank Loesser. Officially released at THE BARNES & NOBLE
BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC) in NYC in late October,
the CD is available at the store and also available at http://cdbaby.com/cd/crane6
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR JUNE 9th THROUGH 15th
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE
CABARET DIARY AT http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
MONDAY - JUNE 9th
NEW YORK CITY: CHRISTINA PARKE COOKS UP DELICIOUS CABARET
Christina Parke presents "Poundcake! A Delicious Cabaret" on Mondays,
June 9th at 7:00 pm & June 16th at 9:00 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343
West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
). From new takes on traditional standards to original works, Poundcake
will never fail to amaze you with songs by George Gershwin and Stephen
Sondheim to Craig Carnelia and Cy Coleman. The show is directed by
Richard Dines and musical directed by Brett Kristofferson. Ms. Parke
has performed in a variety of roles including Amalia Balish in She
Loves Me! (Vandivort Center Theatre), Darlene in Honkey Tonk Angles
(Hippodrome State Theatre), Joy in Cinderella (Landers Theatre), and
Maggie in Bat Boy: The Musical (Hippodrome State Theatre). There is
a $12 cover with 2 drink minimum.
NEW YORK CITY: HAPPY HOUR WITH DAVID PELLEGRENE
Piano bar host, vocalist and recording artist David Pellegrene can
be found at the piano at THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street,
NYC - 212-754-4649 - http://www.townhouseny.com/
) on Mondays through Wednesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. His acclaimed
debut CD "At Your Request" is available at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/pellegrene
*** SUPER SIDE-BAR ADVERTISER ***
CHICAGO: MONDAY NIGHT LIVE AT PETTERINO'S
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Denise McGowan and Beckie Menzie invite you to join them every Monday
night beginning at 7:30 pm at PETTERINO'S (150 North Dearborn, Chicago,
IL - 312-422-0150 - http://www.petterinos.com/
) for "Monday Night Live, an impromptu showcase and open-mic for both
professional and aspiring singers. Singers are encouraged to bring
sheet music in their key. There is no cover charge but a $15 food/beverage
minimum is suggested.
LOS ANGELES: TORCH & MARX TEAM UP FOR WEEKLY BLUES JAM
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Mark Tortorici ("Torch") joins Southern California Blues Great John
Marx to co-host LA's longest running Blues Jam, (formerly at Cozy's
in Sherman Oaks) at CLUB SIXTY-25 (6025 Reseda Boulevard, Reseda,
CA - 818-881-4311) every Monday with sets at 9:00 & 10:00 pm. The
club offers good food, drinks, smooth new dance floor and free parking.
There is no cover charge.
LOS ANGELES: LES MICHAELS HOSTS OPEN MIC MONDAYS AT VERMONT
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Les Michaels host Open Mic Mondays every week at 8:00 pm (7:30 pm
signup) at VERMONT (1714 North Vermont Avenue, Los Angeles, CA - 323-661-6163
- http://www.vermontrestaurantonline.com/
), with Ron Snyder at the piano. There is a $5 cover plus a 1-drink
minimum.
NEW YORK CITY: WHITE, HICKS & RITZEL UPSTAIRS AT STONEWALL
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
STONEWALL INN (53 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-488-2705 - http://www.thestonewallinn.net/
) has added another night to its open-mic schedule for UPSTAIRS AT
STONEWALL, and tonight and every monday night you can drop in from
9:00 pm to 3:30 am and catch Teri White, Kimlee Hicks with Ricky Ritzel
at the piano. The piano bar is accessible through the main bar room.
No cover charge.
TUESDAY - JUNE 10th
NEW YORK CITY: STARS OF CABARET & BROADWAY IN CFF BENEFIT
*** FEATURED BENEFIT EVENT ***
The 5th Annual Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Benefit "Evening Of Music"
will be presented on Tuesday, June 10th 8:00 pm at ST. PETER'S CHURCH
(619 Lexington Avenue, NYC - 212-935-2200 - http://www.saintpeters.org/
). The benefit is hosted by singer Janine Ullyette and includes performances
by an extraordinary line-up of talent that encompasses opera, folk,
jazz, comedy and musical theatre. Scheduled to perform are Michael
Beau, Rodne Brown, Roosevelt Andre Credit, Richard Cramer, Megan Friar,
Cheryl Martin, Scot Albertson and the Daryl Kojak Jazz Quintet, Jerry
Scott, David McFerrin, Michael Neal, Victoria M. Pereira, Linda Fennimore
and Peter Stan, John Walthausen, James Bassi, Ron Drotos, Billy Easterling,
Jim Fredericks, Thomas Schmidt, and Janine Ullyette. Special Guest
of the Benefit will be Broadway Performer/Actor Juan Betancur accompanied
by David Pellegrene. If you are unable to attend and would like to
make a donation to advance a cure for Cystic Fibrosis, please send
a check payable to the: Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 205 East 42nd
Street, Suite 1821, New York , NY 10017 - Attn. Lori Near. Also, on
the check please, write in the memo section "Janine Ullyette". Suggested
donation is $20.
NEW YORK CITY: BARRETT TAYLOR AT CATERINA'S TUESDAYS
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
CATERINA'S (316 East 53rd Street, NYC - 212-355-5360) has added an
additional night of piano bar, with Barrett Taylor taking charge on
Tuesdays, starting on June 10th. He will be at the piano from 7:00
to 11:00 pm each week. Call for cover/minimum information.
LOS ANGELES: MUNDY ON TUESDAYS CONTINUES AT THE GARDENIA
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
MaryJo Mundy and Keri Kelsey host open-mic every Tuesday at 9:00 pm
(signup at 8:30 pm) at MUNDY ON TUESDAYS! at THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa
Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 - http://www.cabaretwest.org/gardenia.htm
). It is an event where people can come and explore and try new material
in a safe place where the audience really listens. A variety of pianists
join in each week including Richard Berent, John Boswell, Brad Ellis,
Mike Farrell, Ross Kalling, Scott Harlan, Shelly Markham, Michael
Orland, Todd Schroeder, David Snyder & Ron Snyder. Call for cover/minimum
information.
WEDNESDAY - JUNE 11th
NEW YORK CITY: JAMIE deROY & FRIENDS CELEBRATE THE TONYS
Celebrated cabaret performer Jamie deRoy celebrates the Tony Awards
with a special edition of her Multi MAC Award-winning variety show,
Jamie deRoy & friends on Wednesday, June 11th at 7:30 pm at THE METROPOLITAN
ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
). Joining Jamie will be Tony Award-winners Len Cariou, Debbie Gravitte
and three-time Tony Award-winning composer Charles Strouse; Tony nominated
actress Stephanie D'Abruzzo; Broadway veteran Loni Ackerman, MAC Award-winning
KT Sullivan with jazz pianist Jon Weber and cabaret performers Tanya
Holt, Josh Scheer and MAC Award-winning Amy Wolk. Award-winning director
Barry Kleinbort will direct and Lanny Meyers will serve as musical
director. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-beverage minimum.
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NEW YORK CITY: HAPPY HOUR WITH DAVID PELLEGRENE
Piano bar host, vocalist and recording artist David Pellegrene can
be found at the piano at THE TOWNHOUSE OF NYC (236 East 58th Street,
NYC - 212-754-4649 - http://www.townhouseny.com/
) on Mondays through Wednesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. His acclaimed
debut CD "At Your Request" is available at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/pellegrene
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NEW YORK CITY: ANY WEDNESDAY CD SHOW WITH KAREN AKERS
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 on Wednesday, June 11th, Karen Akers. UPCOMING
SHOWS: June 18th (5:30 pm) Karen Mason; July 30th, Scot Albertson;
October 22nd, Adi Braun; December 3rd, Sue Matsuki & Edd Clark. No
reservations taken. No cover.
NEW YORK CITY: JESSEL RETURNS WITH SONGS OF JESSELL
2008 MAC AWARD winner (Musical Comedy/Impersonation) returns to DON'T
TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) for a series of Wednesday night shows, all at 9:00 pm running through
July 9th. There is a $15 Cover plus a 2 Drink Minimum.
CHICAGO: PAUL MARINARO TRIO NOW EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
The Paul Marinaro Trio will be appearing every Wednesday night at
CLUB 3160 (3160 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL - 773-327-5969) from
9:30 pm to 1:00 am. Guest vocalists are invited to drop by to sing
a tune or two. There is no cover, just a 2-drink minimum.
LOS ANGELES: WEDNESDAY NIGHT JAZZ JAM SESSION
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Cathy Segal-Garcia Productions presents The Wednesday Night Jazz Jam
Session at THE SPORTSMEN'S LODGE (12833 Ventura Boulevard, Studio
City, CA - 818-755-5000 - http://www.slhotel.com/
). The jam sessions have been held every Wednesday night for the past
7 years! Guests are invited to get up and perform, singing or playing
an instrument. No cover! Just a 2 drink or food minimum.
THURSDAY - JUNE 12th
NEW YORK CITY: DAVID PELLEGRENE'S CABARET FEVER THURSDAYS
Piano bar host, vocalist and recording artist David Pellegrene holds
a special "Cabaret Fever" event on Thursday nights, at 8:00 pm, after
which there is open-mic piano-bar until whenever at UNCLE CHARLIE'S
(139 East 45th Street 2nd Floor, NYC - 212-661-9097 - http://www.unclecharliesnyc.com/
). There is never a cover charge - just plenty of fun and song. David
is at the piano here Thursdays with "Cabaret Fever" at 8:00 pm with
guest performers and Thursdays through Saturdays with open-mic piano
bar starting around 9:00 pm.
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NEW YORK CITY: JULIE REYBURN LIVE AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
Award-winning vocalist Julie Reyburn once again tackles the many colors
and facets of the American Songbook, from Bob Dylan and the Beatles
to Stephen Sondheim and Nat King Cole, in her debut at THE METROPOLITAN
ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) on Thursday, June 12th, all shows at 10:00 pm. The 2007 Julie Wilson
Award recipient will be performing a brand new show alongside her
long time music director and collaborator, Mark Janas with Ritt Henn
on Bass and Thor Fields on Guitar. There is a $20 cover plus a $15
minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NEW YORK CITY: "GRACE NOTES: A SINGERS' SOIREE" MONTHLY
GRACE NOTES - a Singers' Soiree, hosted by Grace Cosgrove, is held
monthly at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788
- http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) with the next show scheduled for Thursday, June 12th at 6:30 pm.
Joining Grace are Eric Michael Gillett, Melanie Vaughan, Maureen Kelley
Stewart, Aaron Lee battle, Jessica Park and Grace Cosgrove. This is
an on-going lab for top-notch singers - a place for great singers
to perform, to try out new material, and to expand their audiences.
Each show also introduces a newcomer. With her background as a singer,
producer, music contractor, and currently, as an editor for a prime
time television show at a major network, Grace Cosgrove hopes to use
that experience to create an evening of top-drawer and tasteful entertainment
each month. There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NEW JERSEY: MARCUS SIMEONE SINGS "DARIN, MATHIS & BENNETT"
Since his sensational cabaret debut in January 2000, Marcus Simeone
has emerged as one of the most celebrated singers to grace the stages
of Manhattan's nightclubs since Streisand took the town by storm.
Now he returns to LE DOME at THE MANOR (111 Prospect Avenue, West
Orange, NJ - 973-731-2360 - http://themanorrestaurant.com/cabaret.html
) on Thursday, June 12th with "Darin, Mathis & Bennett" a tribute
to three of the most popular male vocalists of the past 50 years.
Winner of the 2003 Back Stage Bistro Award as Outstanding Vocalist,
the 2000 Cabaret Hotline Award, and back-to-back MAC (Manhattan Association
of Cabarets) Awards in 2004 and 2005, Marcus is universally regarded
for his heart-wrenching interpretations of lyrics, red-hot jazz sensibility,
and powerful pop flair. The Cabaret Soiree consists of a 4-course,
4-star dinner-and-show package, with dinner seatings at 6:00, 6:15,
and 6:30 pm. Cost for dinner and show is $74 plus tax and gratuity.
Wait-list "show only" seats may be available at $35 per person.
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NEW YORK CITY: SETH'S BROADWAY CHATTERBOX WITH GUEST TBA
*** FEATURED BENEFIT EVENT ***
2007 MAC BOD AWARD WINNER Seth Rudetsky's BROADWAY CHATTERBOX at DON'T
TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmama.com/
) is usually presented on Thursdays at 6:00 pm. The guests for Seth's
show for June 12th are TBA. Seth's weekly interview show always features
stars, soon-to-be stars and folks behind the scenes of the musical
theater stage - for just a $10 cover - 2-drink minimum. Best of all,
all proceeds from the cover go to BROADWAY CARES/EQUITY FIGHTS AIDS
(http://www.bcefa.org/ )! For
details, see: http://www.sethsbroadwaychatterbox/
.
NEW YORK CITY: BRONWYN, BARBARA & JERRY OPEN MIC HAPPY HOUR
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Bronwyn Rucker and Barbara Mundy host "Happy Hour Performance Salon"
on Wednesdays from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at RITA MAE'S (531 Hudson Street,
NYC - 212-929-3343 - http://www.rubyfruitnyc.com/
), with the amazing Jerry Scott at the piano and special guests. No
cover charge and just a $10 food/drink minimum.
NEW YORK CITY: RICKY & KIMLEE WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
Kimlee Hicks and Ricky Ritzel entertain with open-mic on Wednesdays
& Thursdays from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at "New York's Best Kept Secret Piano
Bar" Upstairs at the historic Greenwich Village Landmark, STONEWALL
INN (53 Christopher Street, NYC - 212-488-2705 - http://www.thestonewallinn.net/
). The piano bar is accessible through the main bar room - where Village
icon Tree tends bar. No cover charge.
FRIDAY - JUNE 13th
NEW YORK CITY: ALICE FRAZIER'S BROADWAY WITHOUT BOUNDARIES
*** MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $10 OFF THE COVER ***
Alice Frazier returns to NYC with another encore performance of her
acclaimed show "Broadway Without Boundaries" on Friday June 13th at
7:00 pm to the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West
42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/theater/schedule
), She is joined on stage by renowned musical director, Don Rebic.
There will be music by composers Leonard Bernstein, Irving Berlin,
Stephen Sondheim, Frank Loesser, Bjorn Ulvaeus & Benny Andersson,
Rupert Holmes and much more, as well as some new songs since the debut
in May in New York. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
$10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NEW YORK CITY: THE CUBAN KID IS BACK IN CONCERT
Lucio Fernandez, nominated for a 2008 MAC Award in the category of
New York Male Debut for his performance in the show "The Cuban Kid
in concert", will return to DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street,
NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) on Fridays, June 13th, 20th, and 27th, all shows at 9:00 pm. Lucio
will be accompanied by his five piece band, performing Broadway tunes,
a few Latin standards as well as some of the poetry from his new CD.
The show centers around Lucio's life story of being born in Cuba,
his experiences growing up in "Jersey", and becoming a City Commissioner.
The show is written by Gerard Karabin and Lucio Fernandez, musical
arrangements by Mark Goodman, directed by Megan Fernandez, with musical
direction by Robert Webb. There is a $10 Cover plus a 2 Drink Minimum.
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NEW YORK CITY: DAVID PELLEGRENE'S AT UNCLE CHARLIE'S
Piano bar host, vocalist and recording artist David Pellegrene hosts
open-mic piano-bar until whenever at UNCLE CHARLIE'S (139 East 45th
Street 2nd Floor, NYC - 212-661-9097 - http://www.unclecharliesnyc.com/
) on Fridays & Saturdays with open-mic piano bar starting around 9:00
pm. There is never a cover charge - just plenty of fun and song.
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SATURDAY - JUNE 14th
NEW YORK CITY: HOLE-O-MATIC RIDES AGAIN
*** HOTLINE MEMBER DISCOUNT *** $5 OFF THE COVER ***
The 2008 MAC-award-winning team of Karen Mack and Michael Holland
continue their "Gashole: Hole-O-Matic '08!" all request random pop
show shows at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC
- 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/
) on Saturdays at 7:30 pm through July 5th. This is the show where
the audience picks the songs & medleys that this super-talented duo
perform - each week is a different show! There is a $15 cover plus
a 2-drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NEW YORK CITY: MACDONALD RETURNS WITH AWARD WINNING SHOW
In her 2008 MAC Award-winning show "Come Back To Me," to be presented
at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440
- http://www.metropolitanroom.com/
) on Saturdays, June 14th, 21st & 28th, Jeanne MacDonald brings to
the stage 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. Jeanne is
joined by multi-award winning arranger, songwriter and musical director
Rick Jensen, Latin Grammy nominated percussionist Mayra Casales and
internationally acclaimed bassist Jennifer Vincent. MacDonald has
earned extensive recognition for her performances both in and out
of New York City. She was the 2008 MAC Award Winner for Female Vocalist
and 2008 NY Nightlife Finalist, both of which she previously received
in 2004. She has earned both the BACK STAGE Bistro and the MAC Hanson
Awards, and while performing on the stage at Jazz at Lincoln Center
in 2005, Jeanne was presented with the coveted Julie Wilson Award
for excellence in cabaret. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink
minimum.
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NEW YORK CITY: NEXT SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY MEETING JUNE 14th
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
The New York Sheet Music Society, now in its 22nd season meets the
second Saturday afternoon of each month from October through June.
The next and final meeting of the season will be on Saturday, June
14th at LOCAL 802 MUSICIANS' HALL (322 West 48th Street, NYC). There
is a Flea Market starting at 12:30 pm (a great place to find music,
tapes, CD's etc. at bargain prices} followed by a program from 1:45
to 3:30 pm. Featured are Sheila Weiler and Barry Levitt on the great
singer, Sylvia Syms. Directed by Linda Amiel Burns. You can now register
and join the NYSMS on line at http://www.NYSMS.org/
. Membership is $50, and includes free admission to all 9 programs
(non-member fee is $10 per meeting) plus a monthly newsletter.
NEW JERSEY: HELLO, DOLLY! WITH RICHARD SKIPPER
Richard Skipper will star as Carol Channing as Dolly Levi in HELLO,
DOLLY! on Saturday, June 14th at 8:00 pm at THE PARAMOUNT THEATRE
(1300 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ - 732-455-3059 - http://www.ReVisionTheatre.org/
). The show is directed by Thomas Morrissey and choreographed by Connor
Gallagher. The cast will include Broadway performers and local talent.
This performance will benefit ReVision Theatre's summer mainstage
musical (which will be announced at the event). Tickets for Premium
Seats are priced at $50. $25 & $15 seats are also available.
AUSTRALIA: CAROLINE NIN CELEBRATES BUTTERFLY CLUB'S NIN-TH
Melbourne's iconic THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne,
VIC - 03 96902000 - http://www.thebutterflyclub.com/
) will celebrate its ninth birthday with a one-night only performance
by France's top cabaret performer, the extraordinary Caroline Nin
on Saturday, June 14th with her show "Hymne a Piaf" at 8:30 & 10:00
pm. Caroline Nin is coming directly from headlining at the Lido in
Paris. This will be her only Melbourne performance before touring
New Zealand followed by a season at the Sydney Opera House. Caroline,
born in Paris, has been described as the very essence of her countrywoman
Edith Piaf, France's most famous chanteuse. As captivating and intriguing
as the 'Little Sparrow', she is the epitome of style and class as
she croons; she purrs and sings in perfect English, French and German.
Her singing and theatrical presentation heightens both established
torch songs and cabaret standards to a mesmerizing level. Caroline
will be accompanied by American composer and pianist, Christopher
Culpo, who has been living in Paris since 1991 and regularly accompanies
Caroline around the world. Tickets are $42.
SUNDAY - JUNE 15th
NEW YORK CITY: NEW FACES FEATURED SUNDAYS AT THE MUSIC BOX
"David Pellegrene Presents: The New Faces of Cabaret" continues AT
THE MUSIC BOX at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO & PIANO LOUNGE (318 West 53rd
Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - http://www.broadwaybabybistro.com/
) On Sunday afternoons. Each week, several totally awesome singers
rock the rafters in this fun-filled show, starting around 5:00 pm.
This Sunday, David's show will feature more young, up-and-coming performers.
$15 cover - $15 food/drink minimum featuring THE MUSIC BOX's eclectic
menu choices including Nathan's Hot Dogs, White Castle burgers and
Junior's Cheese Cake!
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NEW YORK CITY: GRAND OPENING OF NEW SPACE AT DON'T TELL MAMA
The official grand opening of THE LOUNGE AT DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West
46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) will take place on Sunday, June 15th: TONY AWARD NIGHT starting
at 7:00 pm. The club is going to have Drink Specials, a Tony Pool
and Tony Trivia Prizes through out the night. You are invited to watch
the TONYS on the room's 2 Brand New 48" Flat Screen TVs and help celebrate
the new space, as well as the renovations of MAMA'S two cabaret rooms.
No Reservations needed. No Cover Charge.
NEW YORK CITY: BEECHMAN HOLDS INAUGURAL TONY PARTY
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street,
NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/
) is pleased to announce their inaugural Tony party, THE TONY'S AT
THE BEECH on Sunday, June 15th, starting at 7:00 pm. You are invited
to view the TV broadcast of the award show on the big screen with
other theatre fans beginning at 8:00 pm. Full bar, dinner and appetizer
menus are available. There is no cover charge, just a 2-drink or $15
food/drink minimum.
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR JUNE 16th THROUGH 22nd
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE
CABARET DIARY AT http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
MONDAY - JUNE 16th
NEW YORK CITY: THE BROADWAY MUSICALS OF 1979
*** FEATURED FESTIVAL EVENT ***
THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/
) is pleased to present the final production of its 2007-2008 Broadway
by the Year series with Broadway by the Year 1979 on Monday, June
16th at 8:00 pm. Broadway By The Year is created, written and hosted
by Scott Siegel for The Town Hall, now in it's 8th season. After the
first three sold-out concerts, Broadway by the Year continues its
year of unparalleled entertainment with this last show of the season.
Broadway by the Year 1979 is directed by Emily Skinner and choreographed
by Noah Racey, who both star in the show. Terri Klausner and Jeff
McCarthy also share the bill, in addition to many other stars that
are soon to be announced.
NEW YORK CITY: D.C. ANDERSON IN ONLY 2008 NYC APPEARANCE
D.C. Anderson will be joined by collaborators Geoff Packard (acoustic
guitar), Ritt Henn (acoustic bass) and pianist Deanna Witkowski on
Monday, June 16th at 7:00 pm at the THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN
THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/
) in his only 2008 NYC appearance to sing from his new CD, OUR STORY,
as well as bring back favorites from I AM STILL and BALLAD. There
will be a few premieres as well. D.C. is a Bistro Award Winner (Singer/Songwriter)
as well as an actor - currently touring with THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
as 'Andre'. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
CHICAGO: MUSICAL MONDAYS AT THE DRURY LANE WATER TOWER PLACE
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
Drury Lane and CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/
) present Musical Mondays at the DRURY LANE WATER TOWER PLACE (175
East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL - 312-642-2000 - http://www.drurylanewatertower.com/
) for three Mondays, "Showcasing the Best of Chicago Cabaret." The
NEXT performance is on Monday, June 16th at 7:30 pm, "Those Were the
Days: The Heyday of Chicago Nightlife" featuring Audrey Morris' tribute
to Oscar Peterson. All about the great Chicago Clubs of yesteryear:
London House, Mr. Kelly's, Gold Star Sardine Bar, Punchinello's and
more. Mark Burnell is musical director, Anne Burnell is director,
Chicago Tribune/WGN's Rick Kogan is host with Ava Logan, Bob Solone,
Jeanne Lambert, Spider Saloff, Ester Hana and Amy Cole. Tickets are
$25. Final show is scheduled for July 14th.
WASHINGTON D.C.: NEXT DCCN OPEN MIC NIGHT MONDAY JUNE 16th
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
*** CABARET OPEN MIC EVENT ***
The next "Open Mic" night of the DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/
) will take place on Monday, June 16th 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.
Alex Tang will accompany. Cover is $15 ($12 for DCCN members).
WEDNESDAY - JUNE 18th
NEW YORK CITY: GRETCHEN REINHAGEN'S HOW 'BOUT THEM APPLES?!
Catch a first viewing of Gretchen Reinhagen's brand new show, "How
'Bout Them Apples?!" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC
- 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/
) on Wednesday, June 18th; Tuesday, June 24th; and Monday, June 30th
- all shows at 7:00 pm. The show is directed by Barry Kleinbort with
Musical Director David Gaines. It simply is a musical look at those
pesky little things that annoy us, amuse us, or simply make us say
"how 'bout them apples!" There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NEW YORK CITY: BARBARA ROSENE AT SWING 46
SWING 46 (349 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-262-9554) presents The Stan
Rubin Orchestra on Wednesday, June 18th from 8:00 to 11:00 pm, featuring
"big band girl" Barbara Rosene. Dancing encouraged. Call for cover/minimum
information.
THURSDAY - JUNE 19th
SAN FRANCISCO: SUZANNE WESTENHOEFER AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
Suzanne Westenhoefer brings her show "A Bottom On Top" to RRAZZ ROOM
at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189
- http://www.therrazzroom.com/
) Thursday through Saturday, June 19th through 21st. She's been described
as fearless, bold, sparkly, and hilarious. Suzanne Westenhoefer has
made a career about of telling the truth. And the truth is, life is
funny, and for Westenhoefer no-one is off limits. From her sister's
obsession with "Passion of the Christ" to her girlfriend's Herculean
thighs, Suzanne tells stories that leave audiences in stitches. Call
for showtimes, cover/minimum information.
FRIDAY - JUNE 20th
WASHINGTON D.C.: "GOOGLING MY EX ..." AT 1409 PLAYBILL CAFE
Jill Leger wrote the music and lyrics for "GOOGLING MY EX (AND OTHER
OBSESSIONS)", a showcase of songs about growing up Generation X and
surviving life and love in the 21st century. Performances will be
at 1409 PLAYBILL CAFE (1409 14th Street NW, Washington, DC - 202-265-3055).
The show features the talents of Emily Leatha Everson, Michael Miyazaki,
Barbara Papendorp, Justin Ritchie and Ron Squeri. Music director is
Joshua Rich. Creative consultant is Scott Sedar. $15 cover.
SUNDAY - JUNE 22nd
SAN FRANCISCO: RRAZZ ROOM PRESENTS ROSLYN KIND IN CONCERT
Roslyn Kind will be appearing at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222
Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - http://www.therrazzroom.com/
), Sunday & Monday, June 22nd & 23rd. A vibrant musical artist, Roslyn
Kind is familiar to both national and international audiences for
her headlining appearances at some of the most prestigious venues
including Lincoln Center, The Greek Theater and London's Cafe Royal.
She began her performing career while still in her teens with the
release of her first album, "Give Me You." A whirlwind of performing
activity followed including engagements at the nation's top nightclubs,
acclaim from Time Magazine and three appearances on The Ed Sullivan
Show leading up to her show-stopping New York debut at the Plaza Hotel's
legendary Persian Room. On Broadway, she starred in the crowd-pleasing
musical revue 3 from Brooklyn. Other theatrical credits include the
Off-Broadway productions Show Me Where the Good Times Are, Leader
of the Pack and Ferguson the Tailor. In 2006 she made her long awaited
and rapturously received Carnegie Hall debut with her frequent musical
collaborator and friend, Michael Feinstein. Call for showtimes, cover/minimum
information.
NEW YORK CITY: OPENING DOORS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS
Opening Doors Theatre Company presents THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE
GOES PUBLIC at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street,
NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/
) for four performances only, on Sunday, June 22nd, Monday, June 23rd,
Monday, June 30th and Tuesday, July 1st. All four performances are
scheduled for 7:00 pm. The short-lived 1994 sequel to The Best Little
Whorehouse in Texas is produced by Suzanne Adams. The production will
be directed by Hector Coris with musical direction by Michael Lavine
from a score by Carol Hall. The book is by Peter Masterson and Larry
L. King. Choreography will be by Dana Boll. The cast includes Dana
Barthy, Bryce Bermingham, Rebecca Greenberg, Brooke Jacob, Justin
Jones, Brian Tom O'Connor, Brett Rigby, Jason B. Schmidt, Rachel Louise
Thomas, and Lexi Windsor. Tickets are $20 plus a 2-drink minimum.
Tickets must be purchased in advance online through http://www.smarttix.com/
or by calling 212-868-4444.
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK FOR JUNE 23rd AND BEYOND
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS FOR THIS PERIOD CHECK OUT THE
CABARET DIARY AT http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
WEDNESDAY - JUNE 25th
NEW YORK CITY: MAC PRESENTS ANOTHER NEW FACE SHOWCASE
*** CABARET ORGANIZATION EVENT ***
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets) presents it's next The New
Face Showcase on Wednesday, June 25th at 7:00 pm at THE DUPLEX CABARET
THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/
). Hosted by Rob Langeder, performers scheduled to appear are Kevin
Dozier, Mel & El, Joyce Moody, Marvin Parks and Susan Winter. Musical
Director is Joe Regan with Ritt Henn on bass. No cover for MAC members,
there is a $10 cover for non-members, plus a 2-drink minimum for all.
WASHINGTON D.C.: BEVERLY COSHAM AT ARTS CLUB JUNE 25th
THE ARTS CLUB OF WASHINGTON (2017 I Street NW, Washington, DC - 202-331-7282)
presents DC diva extraordinaire Beverly Cosham on Wednesday, June
25th at 6:15 pm (reception at 5:30 pm). With Ron Chiles on piano,
Beverly will present a program of familiar standards and some tunes
not often heard but worthy of another listen. The event is open to
the public. Tickets are $15 - reservations suggested.
FOR A MORE COMPLETE LISTING OF EVENTS CHECK OUT THE CABARET DIARY
AT http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
ABOUT CABARET NEWS IN THE NEWSLETTER AND ON THE WEBSITE
How do you get an item posted in the CABARET NEWS section of the CABARET
HOTLINE ONLINE website, in the DATEBOOK/DIARY and in the twice-weekly
newsletter? Just e-mail 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 complete information - and do not merely e-mail a copy
of your flier or a reference to a website. 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,
and send any photos as attachments, not imbedded within the e-mail.
The more information the better.
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.
MORE "HERE & THERE"
 I
did get to catch two cabaret events since the last issue - before
the heavy rains and heat wave arrived.
The first was a show I had seen twice before, Alice
Frazier's Broadway Without Boundaries" show on Thursday night at
THE LAURIE BEECHMAN at 7:00 pm. Joined by renowned musical director,
Don Rebic, Ms. Frazier is on my list of favorite performers not
just because of her terrific vocals, but also the charm, wit, joy
and enthusiasm she includes in all her performances. Her easy-going
calm and comforting attitude makes a elegant platform for her amazing
vocal abilities - giving us a variety of songs from classic opera
to disco to Broadway standards and more. Her "Mama Mia Medley" has
become a Frazier classic (my friend Daniel scanned the song list
immediately on arrival to make sure it was included) and her reading
of "Tell Me On a Sunday" was the most touching I've heard since
Ginni McMath at EIGHTY EIGHT'S oh so many years ago. This show repeats
on Friday, June 13th at 7:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN. It's a real
treat and a perfect show for TONY weekend.
Best line of the show belonged
to musical director Don Rebec: "The way to make a million dollars
in cabaret is to start with two million dollars."
Several of my favorite performers have been recommending that I catch
METROJAM, a cabaret/jazz open mic event held the first Friday of the
month at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM, so I decided to give it a try on Friday
the 6th. While lacking the smooth slickness of Jim Caruso or the boyish
playfulness of Brandon Cutrell (who host CAST PARTY - Mondays at Birdland
and AFTER PARTY - Fridays at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN respectively) host
Joe Bachana brings his own take to the open-mic party genre (begun
in this town many years ago by our own Trudi Mann). Slightly resembling
a young Tony Bennett in looks and vocals, Joe opens the show with
a song and then stands at the sidelines and introduces the singers
in the room who have placed their names on his list. As with all these
events, the quality of performance varies, with this show apparently
"weeding out" the less talented performers, rather than giving them
time on stage for the audience to smirk and snicker at. Several performers
who have appeared or are appearing at the METROPOLITAN ROOM took turns
at the mic, and this is a great way to sample a performer before taking
a chance on an entire show. In fact, one performer's presentation
persuaded me to add the show to my calendar and another performance
actually influenced me to change my plans and skip a show I was planning
to see! The show ends promptly at midnight, so you don't go home thinking
you might miss someone's performance (the other two shows cited go
on often to the wee hours). METROJAM is taking a "summer break" so
check the METROPOLITAN ROOM'S schedule for the next date.
All 85 folks who bought tickets to our "SOLD OUT" 18th Birthday Party
also joined as 2008-2009 members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - and several
others who couldn't come to the show have joined in the past few weeks
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Once again I tried to cover all the new cabaret related news items
in the listing section above - items from previous newsletters can
be found in the DIARY/DATEBOOK section on the website at http://www.cabarethotlineonline.com/CabaretEventListing.shtml
. If your news item has not yet appeared it could be because we haven't
reached your "performance week yet" - we try to write of events taking
place in the next 3 weeks or so. Items only appear once in the newsletter
(unless it is a regular event featuring different performers each
week, a banner advertiser, a benefit, or offers a CABARET HOTLINE
ONLINE discount).
If the heat wave breaks a little (and it is a bit more safe for an
old-timer like me to go outdoors), I should get to DON'T TELL MAMA
tonight for newcomer Kevin Dozier's show at 7:00 pm (I missed it last
week because I tried to make a reservation the day of the opening
night). Then (weather and air quality permitting) I hope to walk to
THE BEECHMAN for Angela Scollo's new show at 9:30 pm. And - get this
- Daniel's pal is doing another show here in the East Village around
midnight. This means a extra long nap this afternoon. I am happy to
report that while the temperature outside has risen to 94 degrees
(it is noon), the temperature inside has plummeted to 78 degrees.
And that is just about the way it was.
Until Monday, then.
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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