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CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE #081103 - Monday, November 10, 2008
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TODAY'S TOP STORY
NYC: MARILYN MAYE ADDED TO 5TH ANNUAL BROADWAY UNPLUGGED
Scott Siegel has announced that the 5th Annual Broadway Unplugged will feature a special guest appearance by the legendary nightclub entertainer Marilyn Maye! On Monday, November 17th at 8:00 pm the eighty-year old Ms. Maye will join an all-star cast to sing from the Broadway songbook totally un-miked in the historic 1,500 seat THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org/ ). She will join an already illustrious cast that includes Ashley Brown (Broadway's Mary Poppins), Marc Kudisch (two-time Tony Nominee), Chuck Cooper (Tony Award winner), Matt Cavenaugh (soon to star as Tony in the Broadway revival of West Side Story), Jeff McCarthy (Urinetown), Julia Murney (Wicked), William Michals (South Pacific), Christiane Noll (Jekyll & Hyde), Cheryl Freeman (The Who's Tommy), Lorinda Lisitza (award-winning vocalist), Ron Bohmer (Woman in White), Bill Daugherty (award-winning vocalist), Erin Denman (42nd St), and More!
In addition to Ms. Maye, Siegel also announced that Matt Cavenaugh (Urban Cowboy, A Catered Affair), Cheryl Freeman, who played The Acid Queen in The Who's Tommy on Broadway, and Nightlife Award winner Lorinda Lisitza have joined the cast of Broadway Unplugged. In addition, Erin Denman will lead a small troupe of Broadway gypsies who will also sing and dance unplugged.
Tickets are still available at THE TOWN HALL Box office every day from noon to 6:00 pm except Sundays and via TicketMaster: 212-307-4100 and TicketMaster.com. Depression-proof prices are $25, $50 and $75.
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NYC: LAST CHANCE FOR TICKETS FOR HOLIDAY CD AWARD SHOWCASE
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Tickets for our first CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CD AWARD SHOWCASE (Don't Let Christmas Pass You By), to be held on Tuesday, November 11th at 9:15 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA are on sale now for today, November 10th, only - no reservations will be taken on Tuesday - the day of the show. NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE CLUB - NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. The event will be co-hosted by Sue Matsuki and Edd Clark.
The lineup of fabulous cabaret stars in the show (in addition to hosts Sue Matsuki & Edd Clark) include Marta Sanders, Marcus Simeone, Karen Mack, Sidney Myer, Scot Albertson, Dominic Sheahan-Stahl, Laura Hull, Jose Luis and Hector Coris and cast of WHAT'S THE POINT (Hector Coris, Patrick Garrigan & Eadie Scott). John McMahon will serve as musical director. Special surprise cabaret superstar guests have been invited as well (and believe me, these superstars will knock your Christmas stockings off the fireplace!).
The event will also honor the late D. J. Bradley, who's annual Christmas Shows were legendary, and will have a "Give a CD for the Holidays" theme. Featured will be some of the best cabaret CDs of 2008 recommended for Holiday giving as chosen from dozens of entries by long-time cabaret writer/reviewer John Hoglund. As usual, there will be surprises and prizes - each paid attendee will receive a FREE CD!
Tickets are just $15 for members an their friends and $20 for non-members. Orders must be placed via the website. Only 60 tickets will be sold to this event.
The CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CD AWARD SHOWCASE is sponsored in part by MIRANDA MUSIC (http://www.mirandamusic.com/ ).
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HERE & THERE - PART I
Its your last chance - as of the sending of this issue I have 10 tickets left to sell for tomorrow night's CABARET HOTLINE HOLIDAY PARTY at DON'T TELL MAMA at 9:15 pm. We've (Sue Matsuki, Edd Clark, John Hoglund & myself) lined up a fantastic bunch of performers and a bunch of super-surprise guest performers that will "knock your Christmas stockings right off your fireplace."
In addition, the cast of Hector Coris' super-funny revue WHAT'S THE POINT (which opens at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER this week) will be on hand to take a turn on stage. And listen to these fantastic award-winning performers: Sidney Myer! Marta Sanders! Marcus Simeone! Karen Mack! Laura Hull! Scot Albertson! Jose Luis! Each show we put on features one or two newcomers, and this show we will introduce you to Dominic Sheahan-Stahl - he made his sold-out cabaret debut at MAMA'S earlier this year. John McMahon will serve as musical director. It will be a show you won't quickly forget.
At our annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE Birthday shows in July we recognize cabaret performers/supporters to honor two cabaret icons of the past - Dottie Burman and Jeff Matson. We do this to help us remember with gratitude their names and their contributions to the art of cabaret. For our holiday show (which we plan to also make an annual event) we will honor another cabaret icon, recently departed from the cabaret scene, D. Jay Bradley. Jay was not only a great musician - his arrangements were extraordinary - and a great piano bar host, he also believed in Christmas as no one before or since ever has. Each year, for over a dozen years, he would put on a series of Christmas shows - and every year the show was different. At our show on the 11th (that's next Tuesday) we will celebrate Christmas and the spirit of giving as well. Noted cabaret writer/reviewer John Hoglund has chosen a number of Cabaret CDs that he has judged tops for holiday giving. The best of the best will receive a special award named after D. Jay.
Oh, did I mention? Every paid attendee at the show gets a FREE CD! Gift wrapped! You can keep it as a present for yourself or give it as a gift for the holidays! And CDs will be available for purchase after the show!
The CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CD AWARD SHOWCASE is sponsored in part by MIRANDA MUSIC (http://www.mirandamusic.com/ ).
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE is looking for sponsors for upcoming events. SEE: http://www.svhamstra.com/thankyou1sponsor.shtml
I know - I know - I've been really pushing ticket sales - I just want to deliver a full house for the great lineup of talent we are presenting tomorrow night. With just 10 seats to go, we are thisclose to making it happen!
There have been several obstacles to overcome for this event - we hit a huge "bump in the road" soon after we started our publicity drive and that set us back almost a week and a half as we scurried to revise and adapt the main theme of the show. Then we happened to choose a date when another benefit is taking place at Carnegie Hall for the THE LAURIE STRAUSS LEUKEMIA FOUNDATION (http://www.lslf.org/) - which is featuring a number of cabaret "names". Normally we get a press release for this event well in advance, but we didn't find out this year until after we had booked our date at DON'T TELL MAMA.
Finally, I got sick and another member of our team was briefly hospitalized and our musical director was out of town on a gig and out of e-mail contact for several days. All in all it has been a struggle to get our show on the boards. But we're ready - and bursting with excitement over the fantastic lineup that we have - including a surprise appearance by one of the top vocal groups in town!
Well, its semi-official anyway. For weeks we have been sitting on a story - a rumor - but we finally had a chance to confirm it. Lennie Watts will be leaving his job as booking manager of THE METROPOLITAN ROOM at the end of this year. As he explained to us the other night, he is leaving to devote more time to performing, directing, and leading cabaret workshops and classes. He also needs a chance to catch up on a lot of personal business that he has been unable to handle - and also spend more time in St. Louis with his recently widowed mother. We wish him well in whatever projects he takes up - he indeed has done much to move the art of cabaret to a higher level in this town and will be missed.
Lennie's replacement has already been appointed. Tanya Holt - who has been an employee of THE METROPOLITAN ROOM since it opened, and also worked with Lennie at his former club THE ENCORE, is already at work booking acts for 2009 and beyond. Tanya has been a good friend as well, and we look forward to working with her in her new position. Daniel and I can also rest assured in the fact that there will be a steady supply of carrot cake on hand when we attend shows at the club. Congratulations!
SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, March 10th at 7:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN: The Second Annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - MARCH IS CABARET MONTH CELEBRATION.
We have also been tracking down another rumor and at least confirmed some of the facts, so we can pass them along here. A new cabaret venue is being currently planned (renovations are already underway, we hear) for mid-town Manhattan. It is expected to open some time in March 2009. We can also report that Lennie Watts has assured us that he is not the booking manager of the new space - and someone else has already been appointed.
Congratulations to DAVENPORT'S in Chicago on their 10th Anniversary. They are celebrating the whole month of November by featuring a number of "one-night-encores" of shows from 2008 and past years all month. The special anniversary shows are so marked in the DIARY/DATEBOOK section of the CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE website.
I am told that some good seats still remain for the BROADWAY UNPLUGGED show next week Monday night, November 17th at THE TOWN HALL. Of all the terrific shows produced/hosted by Scott Siegel, this one is always extra special. See today's TOP STORY for details on all the fantastic performers lined up for this edition - and they will be unencumbered by microphone cords and other electronic gizmos - pure, unadulterated sound! Not to be missed! Its a great chance for cabaret folks to see some of the best of Broadway and a chance for Broadway folks to see some of the best of cabaret - a win-win situation!
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
CABARET CD RELEASE NEWS & UPDATES
CYNTHIA CRANE'S LIVE PERFORMANCE CD AVAILABLE
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. The CD is available at the store and also available at http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/crane6
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - NOVEMBER 10th THROUGH 16th
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MONDAY - NOVEMBER 10th
NYC: DEVIN RICHARDS CELEBRATES RELEASE OF DEBUT CD
Broadway/cabaret vocalist Devin Richards will celebrate the release of his new LMGJAZZ CD "My Own Voice" on Monday, November 10th at 9:30 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ). Songs include "My Own Voice," "Ol' Man River," "Sometimes I Feel Like A Motherless Child," "With Every Breath I Take" and "Merry Go Round." Musical director is Dan Furman with Michael Vitali on bass. The CD is produced by Ralph Lampkin, Jr. and Devin Richards. Associate producers are Maryann Lopinto, Joe Spier and Sharon Carry. All paid attendees will receive a complimentary CD. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: MARCUS GOLDHABER'S "TAKE ME ANYWHERE" CD RELEASED
Marcus Goldhaber's Official CD Release Party in celebration of his second full-length album, "Take Me Anywhere" will be held tonight, Monday, November 10th from 7:00 to 10:00 pm at CATCH-22 (4 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-675-0607). The show will feature Marcus Goldhaber & The Jon Davis Trio (Martin Wind, bass; Sylvia Cuenca, drums), with sets at 7:30 & 9:30 pm. The album will introduce 7 of Marcus' original songs along with fresh arrangements of 10 great jazz standards.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: BILL NOLTE IN CONCERT AT BIRDLAND
NYC: AN EVENING WITH CORKY HALE IN NOVEMBER
NYC: COLLEEN McHUGH IN CALENDAR GIRL: FRIEND OF DOROTHY
NYC: ALISON FRASER & MARY TESTA TOGETHER AGAIN ..& AGAIN
CHICAGO: YOU'VE GOT A FRIEND IN CHICAGO
JAZZ VOCALISTS JAM SESSION IN HOLLYWOOD
TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 11th
NYC: HOLIDAY CABARET CD EVENT AT DON'T TELL MAMA
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*** CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE SPECIAL EVENT ***
Tickets for our first CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CD AWARD SHOWCASE (Don't Let Christmas Pass You By), to be held on Tuesday, November 11th at 9:15 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA are on sale now. Just 10 tickets are left - and you must place your order TODAY! NO RESERVATIONS WILL BE TAKEN BY THE CLUB - NO TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE THE DAY OF THE SHOW (even if there are seats available).The event will be co-hosted by Sue Matsuki and Edd Clark.
The lineup of fabulous cabaret stars in the show (in addition to hosts Sue Matsuki & Edd Clark) include Marta Sanders, Marcus Simeone, Karen Mack, Sidney Myer, Scot Albertson, Dominic Sheahan-Stahl, Laura Hull, Jose Luis and Hector Coris and cast of WHAT'S THE POINT (Hector Coris, Patrick Garrigan & Eadie Scott). John McMahon will serve as musical director. Special surprise cabaret superstar guests have been invited as well (and believe me, these superstars will knock your Christmas stockings off the fireplace!).
The event will also honor the late D. J. Bradley, who's annual Christmas Shows were legendary, and will have a "Give a CD for the Holidays" theme. Featured will be some of the best cabaret CDs of 2008 recommended for Holiday giving as chosen by long-time cabaret writer/reviewer John Hoglund from dozens of CDs submitted. As usual, there will be surprises and prizes - each paid attendee will receive a FREE CD!
Tickets are just $15 for members an their friends and $20 for non-members. Orders must be placed via the website. Only 60 tickets will be sold to this event.
CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE CD AWARD SHOWCASE is sponsored in part by MIRANDA MUSIC (http://www.mirandamusic.com/ )
NYC: TUESDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT IRIDIUM ROOM WITH JOHN COLIANNI
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ScoBar Entertainment continues its Tuesday night jazz series at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - http://www.iridiumjazzclub.com/ ) on November 11th, featuring pianist John Colianni (featured soloist with Lionel Hampton, Mel Torme & Les Paul) with the 9-Piece "Johnny Chops Ensemble." The group hits the stage spotlighting Mr. Colianni's high energy jazz piano improvisations and the dynamic Big Band sounds of the Ensemble which includes vocalist, TIRA, Pete Olstad, Trumpet (direct from the Tom Jones horn section); Tommy Morimoto, Tenor Sax (formerly with Dave Brubeck); Marshall McDonald, Alto Sax (featured with the Count Basie Orchestra); Clarence Banks, Trombone (featured with the Count Basie Orchestra); Robert Wagner, Bass; Yoshiki Miura, Guitar; and Matt Fishwick, Drums. Sets are at 8:30 & 10:30. Music charge is $25 plus a $10 food/drink minimum. If you stay for both sets it is just an additional $10 minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: JAZZ LEGEND ANNIE ROSS TUESDAYS THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
S.F.AREA: RITA MORENO AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE
NYC: "MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES II" NEW EDITION OF FAMED SHOW
NYC: JOHN PIZZARELLI & THE SWING SEVEN AT BIRDLAND
WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 12th
NYC: BABY JANE DEXTER BRINGS NEW SHOW TO METROPOLITAN ROOM
Cabaret icon Baby Jane Dexter brings her eagerly awaited brand new show, IF... (what might have been...what could have been...what is!) to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) for 9 shows, beginning November 12th and running through November 29th, all shows at 7:30 pm. The program will include compelling selections by songwriters as diverse as Rodgers & Hammerstein, Leslie Bricusse, Burt Bacharach & Hal David, Harry Nilsson, Lucinda Williams, Bonnie Branlett and Kander & Ebb. Ross Patterson is Musical Director & Arranger. Boots Maleson is on bass. The show was conceived and directed by Elissa Patterson. Shows are scheduled for Wednesday through Saturday, November 12 through 15th; Thursday through Saturday, November 20th through 22nd; and Friday & Saturday, November 28th & 29th. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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NYC: ANY WEDNESDAY FEATURES PHILIP CHAFFIN
*** CABARET NO COVER EVENT ***
ANY WEDNESDAY, the free in-store concert series that features the best in cabaret, jazz and theater music takes at THE BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSTORE (66th Street and Broadway, NYC). Performances are at 6:00 pm. On Wednesday, November 12th at 6:00 pm, featured performer is Philip Chaffin. When The Wind Blows South is the third album from the co-founder of PSClassics; his new CD mixes his Broadway style with his southern roots creating a very personal journey. No cover.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: RAY JESSEL RETURNS TO PAY TRIBUTE TO RAY JESSELL
L.A.AREA: DANE VANNATTER MAKES HIS WEST COAST DEBUT
S.F.AREA: MIKE GREENSILL WITH PIANO JAZZ AT SILO'S
S.A.: SHARON CLIFTON WITH DIVAS OF ROCK
NYC: SINGER/SONGWRITER TIMOTHY MATHIS AT METROPOLITAN ROOM
NYC: GREG PURNHAGEN IN BABALU-CY! IN OPEN ENDED RUN
S.F.AREA: RITA MORENO AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE
NYC: "MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES II" NEW EDITION OF FAMED SHOW
NYC: JOHN PIZZARELLI & THE SWING SEVEN AT BIRDLAND
THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 13th
NYC: MAUREEN TAYLOR AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
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Maureen Taylor brings her new show "Taylor Made" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Thursday, November 13th at 9:45 pm. The show tackles the subject of "Adult Puberty" with inspiration from the "fabric" of Astaire, Mercer, and Porter and embroidered with the "pearls" of Ray Jessel, Ernie Lijoi, Dar Williams and others. The show is directed by Lina Koutrakos, with musical direction by Mark Fifer and MaryAnn McSweeney on bass. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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D.C.AREA: BSA STUDENTS IN PERFORMANCE SHOWCASE
On Thursday, November 13th at 7:30 pm, students from the Theatre Department of The Baltimore School for the Arts will perform at the CABARET AT GERMANO'S (300 South High Street, Baltimore, MD - 410-752-4515 - http://www.germanostrattoria.com/ ). They will sing and perform the following ten minute plays: COVER by Jeffrey Sweet, INTERMISSION by Daniel Meltzer, DOWNTOWN by Jeffrey Hatcher, OFF THE RACK by Robert Kenmitz & Jennifer McMaster, GAVE HER THE EYE by John Sheehy, GO LOOK by Christopher Graybill and SO TELL ME ABOUT THIS GUY by Dolores Whiskeyman. Performances by Christian Flippen, Tyrell Martin, Susannah Brown, Mikhail Hellerbach, Raenard Weddington, Norah Walker, Nicole Daniels, Jamilah Muhammad, Julia Klavans, Cleo Rahman, Ayanna Parker-Morrison, Lynae Pindell, and Sarah Arroyo. There is a $10 cover, which is donated in full to The Baltimore School for the Arts. plus a $15 food/drink minimum. Pre-show dining is available from 6:00 pm.
NYC: HIGHLIGHTS IN JAZZ STATESMEN OF JAZZ MEET NEXT GEN
Jack Kleinsinger Presents Highlights In JAZZ, New York's Longest Running Jazz Concert Series on Thursday, November 13th at 8:00 pm at THE TRIBECA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (199 Chambers Street, NYC - 212-220-1460 - http://www.tribecapac.org/ ). "Statesmen of Jazz Meet Next Generation" will showcase the musical talents of jazz musicians Bucky Pizzarelli, Warren Vache, Mickey Roker, John Bunch, Aaron Weinstein, Aaron Diehl, Jake Hertzog and Theo Croker. Tickets are $35.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: JONATHAN WHITTON BRINGS BACK SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL
AUS: PETER CONDON IN ANNIVERSARY
CHICAGO: KEELY NICOLE WITH MARK BURNELL AT 200 EAST CHESTNUT
NYC: BRENNAN, BITCHES, BALLADS AND BOOZE AT MAMA'S
NYC: SETH'S CHATTERBOX: GUEST TBA
NYC: DAVID PELLEGRENE'S CABARET FEVER: GUEST TBA
NYC: DANNY LEARY'S "ON THE ROCKS!" ON THURSDAYS
LOS ANGELES: IRENE IS BACK ON THURSDAYS AT SEVEN AT ELEVEN
L.A.AREA: MYCHAL ANDREWS & ED WING AT DOUBLETREE MONROVIA
S.F.AREA: MIKE GREENSILL WITH PIANO JAZZ AT SILO'S
ST.LOUIS: TONY SANDLER IN CHEVALIER TRIBUTE
L.A.AREA: CANDICE HINCKS AT THE GARDENIA
AUS: TAMARA KULDIN'S BOOK OF 'HIMS' AT BUTTERFLY CLUB
S.F.AREA: RITA MORENO AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE
NYC: "MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES II" NEW EDITION OF FAMED SHOW
NYC: JOHN PIZZARELLI & THE SWING SEVEN AT BIRDLAND
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 14th
NYC: WHAT'S THE POINT?! IN RETURN ENGAGEMENT AT THE BEECHMAN
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Award-winning writer and performer Hector Coris brings his original musical comedy revue "What's The Point?!" - with original music by Alan Cancelino - back to NYC and THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Friday, November 14th & 21st at 7:00 pm. The show is produced by Hector Coris with direction by Collette Black and choreography by Susan Haefner (Broadway's Thoroughly Modern Millie, 42nd Street). The show will be performed by Hector Coris, Patrick Garrigan and Eadie Scott. The show's musical director is also the show's composer, Alan Cancelino. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: LONDONER EARL OKIN AT BROADWAY BABY BISTRO
NYC: BOOTH & PAT IN LA COMEDY FESTIVAL
L.A.AREA: TERESE GENECCO AT M BAR WITH HOT HOLLYWOOD BAND
NYC: Q TALK MONTHLY AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
S.F.AREA: WESLA & MIKE CONTINUE AT SILO'S IN NOVEMBER
CHICAGO: ANNE BURNELL QUARTET AT THE CHESTNUT GRILL
FLORIDA: TONY DeSARE & BUCKY PIZZARELLI AT THE COLONY ROOM
CHICAGO: KEELY NICOLE WITH JEFF ROSCOE AT AI
NYC: AFTER PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS
ON RADIO: "AT THE RITZ!" FRIDAYS & STREAMING AUDIO 24/7
S.F.AREA: RITA MORENO AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE
NYC: "MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES II" NEW EDITION OF FAMED SHOW
NYC: JOHN PIZZARELLI & THE SWING SEVEN AT BIRDLAND
SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 15th
N.J.AREA: MADAME & RICK SKYE AT RESORTS SATURDAYS
RESORTS ATLANTIC CITY CASINO HOTEL (1133 Boardwalk Atlantic City, NJ - TKTS: 800-736-420 - http://www.resortsac.com/ ) has announced that 70s and 80s icon and saucy diva Madame, best known for her years partnering with the multi-talented puppeteer Wayland Flowers, will perform her own cabaret show every Saturday night at 9:00 pm in Resorts' Starlight Room from November 15th through January 3rd with new co-star Rick Skye. After 15 years of silence, Madame is making a comeback! She has been seen in clubs and a casino around the states, as well as on VH1's I Love the 70s, and Fox's Family Guy. Madame has her sights set on Atlantic City, as she brings her hilariously raunchy cabaret show to the Starlight Room at Resorts every Saturday Mr. Skye. The duo of Wayland Flowers and Madame began entertaining crowds back in the 1960s. They made their first television appearance on The Andy Williams Show, where Madame's sharp humor was an immediate hit. Throughout the 1970s they appeared frequently on Rowan & Martin's Laugh In and occupied the coveted center square on the popular game show Hollywood Squares. Tickets are $10.
NYC: CAROL CHANNING IN CONCERT STARRING RICHARD SKIPPER
On Saturday, November 15th at 8:00 pm, Richard Skipper presents "Carol Channing in Concert" at the RIVERDALE Y (5625 Arlington Avenue, Bronx, NY - 718-548-8200 - http://www.riverdaley.org/ ). In this loving tribute to one of Broadway's greatest treasures. Richard Skipper takes the audience back to a time of clean wholesome entertainment. It is a tribute to Carol Channing's life and career featuring highlights from both GENTLEMEN PREFER BLONDES and HELLO, DOLLY! Special guest Star Becky Lillie Woods appears as Judy Garland! Richard Skipper has won two MAC AWARDS and a BACK STAGE BISTRO AWARD for his tribute to Carol Channing. This show has traveled to the stages of Carnegie Hall, Atlantic City, casinos in Canada, The Signature Theatre in Washington, and most recently BROADWAY IN THE BRONX. Tickets are $20.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
S.A.: GODFREY JOHNSON IN FLIRTING WITH COWARD
NYC: HODGDON DOES GARLAND AT MAMA'S
NYC: SCOT ALBERTSON AND THE DARYL KOJAK SOLO & TOGETHER
NYC: LONDONER EARL OKIN AT BROADWAY BABY BISTRO
L.A.AREA: BLAIR LATE AT STERLING'S UPSTAIRS
LONDON: BARB JUNGR AT VORTEX JAZZ BAR
NYC: GREG PURNHAGEN IN BABALU-CY! IN OPEN ENDED RUN
S.F.AREA: RITA MORENO AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
NYC: STEVE TYRELL AT CAFE CARLYLE THROUGH NEW YEAR'S EVE
NYC: "MARCOVICCI SINGS MOVIES II" NEW EDITION OF FAMED SHOW
NYC: JOHN PIZZARELLI & THE SWING SEVEN AT BIRDLAND
SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 16th
NYC: ERIN GRANFIELD SAVED FROM OBSCURITY AT THE BEECHMAN
Erin Granfield will bring her show "Saved From Obscurity" to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Sunday, November 16th at 4:00 pm. This is a return engagement of Erin's NYC cabaret debut featuring the lesser known works of composers including Richard Rodgers, Joni Mitchell, Stephen Sondheim and more. The program offers an eclectic mix of songs, from Broadway to folk to disco, most of which fall on the more "rarely heard" side of the spectrum. MAC/Bistro award winning Lisa Asher directs. Award winning composer Douglas J. Cohen is music director. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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NYC: LOST GIRL FOUND AT THE DUPLEX
Sarah Kiefer brings her show "Lost Girl Found to THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ) on Sunday, November 16th at 7:00 pm, The show features songs by her mother, Phyllis Kiefer and story by Sarah. Its the story of the one who made it through with some amazing songs and inspiring stories. The show is the beginning of what could be a magnificent rock musical. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
L.A.AREA: PETER WELKIN AT STERLING'S UPSTAIRS
Wisconsin native Peter Welkin will perform on Sunday, November 16th at 7:00 pm at STERLING'S UPSTAIRS (4349 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA - 818-769-0905 - http://www.vitellosrestaurant.com/ ). His diversified background includes numerous stage productions as an actor, singer, director and choreographer. He is a graduate of American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) in New York and currently serves as a producer, director and actor with the Academy for New Musical Theater (ANMT) in Los Angeles. He is a founding member of Academy Repertory Company, the performer's wing of ANMT. The value package price is $50 per person and includes a four-course, prix-fixe dinner.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: GURLAND AND FARLEY WITH ENCORE OF ACCLAIMED SHOW
N.E.AREA: JOHN ABERNATHY RETURNS TO THE HI-HAT
CHICAGO: MELISSA YOUNG SALUTES MADONNA AT 60
S.F.AREA: ANDREAS & BURNHAM OPEN BAY AREA CABARET'S SEASON
CHICAGO: WOMEN SONGWRITERS SALUTED BY FELDMAN
NYC: GREG PURNHAGEN IN BABALU-CY! IN OPEN ENDED RUN
S.F.AREA: RITA MORENO AT THE RRAZZ ROOM
CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - NOVEMBER 17th THROUGH 23rd
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MONDAY - NOVEMBER 17th
NYC: TICKETS ON SALE FOR THE 5TH ANNUAL BROADWAY UNPLUGGED
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The glorious experiment that began five years ago with a concert featuring great singers, singing great songs, but without microphones in a 1,500 seat theater, has blossomed into a annual celebration. The concert, produced by Scott Siegel, is attended every year by musical theater lovers who crave the sound of the pure human voice and the opportunity to hear great Broadway music the way it was originally performed, with nothing between the singer and the audience except the truth. This year, that celebration continues with the 5TH ANNUAL BROADWAY UNPLUGGED on Monday, November 17th at 8:00 pm at THE TOWN HALL (123 West 43rd Street, NYC - 212-997-1929 - http://www.the-townhall-nyc.org ). For tickets: http://www.theatermania.com/content/show.cfm/show/147323
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NYC: MILES PHILLIPS DEBUTS AT FEINSTEIN'S
Miles Phillips, 2008 MAC Award winner for Outstanding Male Vocalist, makes his Feinstein's debut on Monday, November 17th at FEINSTEIN'S at the Regency Hotel (540 Park Avenue, NYC - 212-339-4095 - http://www.feinsteinsattheregency.com/ ) with a show specially conceived to celebrate the occasion, "...Reappearing In My Mind". This show features favorites from his theatre, recording and nightclub appearances as well as the special presentation of unpublished gems by some of his favorite Broadway composers - including the premiere of a found treasure by Kander & Ebb! The diverse collection of songwriters represented in the program include: Kate Bush, Marc Blitzstein, The Rolling Stones, Carlisle Floyd, Stephen Schwartz, The Beatles, Frank Loesser, William Finn, Alan & Marilyn Bergman, Johnny Mercer, Mark Campbell, William Shakespeare, Jason Wynn, Leonard Bernstein, Tracy Stark, Cy Coleman, Herrman & Harman, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Kander & Ebb and Stephen Sondheim. Miles' longtime musical collaborator, MAC winner Jason Wynn, serves as Musical Director. Multi-award winner Julie Reyburn will join Miles for a brief "reunion" for a reprise of "Another Hundred Eleanors" - the brilliant arrangement Mark Janas and Miles Phillips cooked up nearly a decade ago. There is a $40 cover plus a $25 food/drink minimum.
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D.C.AREA: DCCN OPEN MIC NIGHT MONDAY NOVEMBER 17th
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The next "Open Mic" night of the DCCN (DC Cabaret Network - http://www.dccabaretnetwork.org/ ) will take place on Monday, November 17th 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).
S.F.AREA: PAMELA JOY WITH THE SONGS OF LONDON & LEE
Pamela Joy presents Come Hither: The Songs Of Julie London & Peggy Lee at RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - http://www.therrazzroom.com/ ) on Monday, November 17th at 8:00 pm. The show is a tribute to the jazz world's most sultry divas. Pamela's velvety voice and light touch are just right for the jazz standards London & Lee made famous. She is joined by Mike Greensill (piano), John Wiitala (bass) and Vince Lateano (drums). Tickets are $25.
OTHER CABARET EVENTS THIS DATE COVERED IN PREVIOUS ISSUES
NYC: TERI RALSTON IS BACK IN NEW YORK
TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 18th
NYC: TUESDAY NIGHT JAZZ AT IRIDIUM ROOM WITH RAISSA & DON
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ScoBar Entertainment continues its Tuesday night jazz series at IRIDIUM JAZZ CLUB (1650 Broadway, NYC - 212-582-2121 - http://www.iridiumjazzclub.com/ ) on November 18th, featuring Broadway Jazz On Broadway with The Don Rebic Trio and host Raissa Katona Bennett. Sets are at 8:30 & 10:30. Music charge is $25 plus a $10 food/drink minimum. If you stay for both sets it is just an additional $10 minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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ON CABLE: JAMIE deROY & FRIENDS TV SHOW AT A NEW TIME
"Jamie deRoy & friends" can now be seen every other Tuesday at a new time: 4:00 pm. In NYC, the show is aired on MNN-Time Warner on Channel 67 and on RCN on Channel 85. In other areas, check you local cable listings for time and channel. The show is produced by Jamie deRoy & friends, inc. and directed by Barry Kleinbort. Taped and Edited by Applause Video. For details see http://www.jamiederoy.com/ .
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WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 19th
NYC: BIG NIGHT OUT OPEN-MIC MADNESS SERIES CONTINUES
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The open-mic series BIG NIGHT OUT hosted by acclaimed singer Jennifer Wren ("The Wild Party" Discovery channel, etc.) and piano favorite Bill Zeffiro is a potpourri of exceptional talents from the worlds of Broadway and cabaret who are free to come together at THE CHICAGO CITY LIMITS ROOM at BROADWAY BABY BISTRO (318 West 53rd Street, NYC - 212-757-5808 - http://www.broadwaybabybistro.com ) to share the music they love. The next show will be on Wednesday, November 19th at 10:00 pm. Featured composer is David Caldwell. Participants, with the help of resident musical director William "Bill" Zeffiro, are encouraged to try out new material, sing the roles that they aspire to play, sing the roles they will never play, or just show off for the joy of it. $5 cover - no minimum!
NYC: THE DIVA-LUTION OF MOLLY POPE AT THE BEECHMAN
Molly Pope, who made her cabaret debut in 2007 with her acclaimed show "The Diva-Lution of Molly Pope" at DON'T TELL MAMA, moves a new version of the show to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) for one night only on Wednesday, November 19th at 9:30 pm. The show will feature musical direction by Sonny Paladino and is directed & produced by Ben Rimalower. Hailed for her powerful vocals and dynamic dramatic intensity, Molly's performances of such songs as Dietz & Schwartz' "By Myself" Cole Porter's "It's Alright With Me" and even The Cardigans' "Love Fool" provoked widespread comparison to a young Barbra Streisand. There is a $20 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
S.F.AREA: LINDA KOSUT AT JAZZ AT SHANGHAI
Vocalist Linda Kosut will be singing from the "eKleKtiK Kosut songbooK" of jazz & pop at SHANGHAI 1930 (133 Steuart Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-896-5600 - http://www.shanghai1930.com/ ) on Wednesday, November 19th with sets from 7:00 to 11:00 pm. She will be joined by Ken Muir at the piano and Daniel Fabricant on bass. No cover.
LA AREA: CRAIG POMRANZ AT THE GARDENIA
Craig Pomranz returns to THE GARDENIA (7066 Santa Monica Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 323-467-7444 - http://www.cabaretwest.org/gardenia.htm ) for his third engagement Tuesday through Saturday, November 19th through 22nd at 9:00 pm. Craig will be singing and swinging in a signature style compared to the tradition of Chet Baker, Joe Williams, and Frank Sinatra. Pomranz, with Musical Director and accomplice Stephen Bocchino, will present a new show described as "signs of the times: much torch and a laugh or two.." There is a $15 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 20th
CHICAGO: THE PAUL MARINARO TRIO TRIBUTE TO BILLIE HOLIDAY
The Paul Marinaro Trio presents "A Night of Lady Day: Tribute to Billie Holiday" at KATERINA'S CLUB (1920 West Irving Park Road, Chicago, IL - 773-348-7592 - http://www.katerinas.com/ ) on Thursday, November 20th at 8:30 pm. Along with Joe Policastro on bass, and Chris White on piano, as Paul be delving into the songbook of Billie Holiday. The show is a reverent reinterpretation of well chosen songs highlighting her life and career, some fondly remembered, some long forgotten. There is a $10 cover charge.
LA AREA: THE JAKE SIMPSON TRIO CD RELEASE AT UPRIGHT CABARET
Artists in residence at UPRIGHT CABARET at MARK'S RESTAURANT (861 North La Cienega Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA - 310-652-5252 - http://www.myspace.com/uprightcabaret ), The Jake Simpson Trio, performs on the third Thursday of each month, will hold a special performance on Thursday, November 20th at 9:00 pm to celebrate the release of Jake's second solo album "MY SONG". Jake has been heavily influenced by the vocals of Wonder, Steve Perry (Journey) and the classic style of Sam Cooke. This also marks the inaugural concert event for Upright's new "Artist in Residence Series". This series is designed for emerging artists to have a monthly forum to develop their work and expose them to a larger audience base. Each 90 minute concert will feature the Jake Simpson Trio and a variety of special guests. Tickets are $10 with a $30 food/drink minimum.
AUS: DANIEL OLDAKER IN LIVE FLAVOR
Daniel Oldaker brings his show LIVE FLAVOR to THE BUTTERFLY CLUB (204 Bank Street, South Melbourne, VIC - 03 96902000 - http://www.thebutterflyclub.com/ ) Thursday through Sunday, November 20th through 23rd at 7:00 pm (6:00 pm on Sunday). Entertaining audiences around the world for the last 10 years, Daniel is an innovative performer who has a special ability to take the most common and ordinary circumstances, people or objects and weave them into a marvelously intricate tapestry of comedy. LIVE FLAVOR is upbeat and off the wall - an irreverent, entertaining and unexpected spoof of popular culture. Tickets are $22.
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FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 21st
NYC: TOMMY FEMIA IS JUDY ONE NIGHT ONLY AT MAMA'S
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Award-winning impersonator Tommy Femia's returns for one night only on Friday, November 21st at 9:15 pm at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ). He is joined by his long-time musical Christopher Denny. Tommy performs live, not lip-synch, and in this new show he'll be belting Garland's best-loved classics. Also on the bill are songs that the legendary singer never got a chance to perform. Tommy always has a guest star, with this show's guest TBA. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
NYC: THE BEST IS YET TO COME WITH ROSE ANDREZ
Rose Andrez will be performing in her own show "The Best Is Yet To Come" on Friday, November 21st at 7:00 pm at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ). Rose will sing a variety of songs,including ones by Ray Charles, Amanda McBroom, Annie Lennox, Peggy Lee and the Beatles. Ms. Andrez made her New York cabaret debut in her own show, "Rose's Show" at Don't Tell Mama's to sold out audiences. She is presently studying with Peter Eldridge (New York Voices). There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 22nd
NYC: JASON WYNN IS BACK WITH "NOT MORE OF THE SAME OLD @#$%"
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2007 MAC award winner Jason Wynn brings the highly acclaimed sequel to his smash hit "Not The Same Old @$%" back to THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com ) for one more performance: Saturday, November 22nd at 9:30 pm. This show is "Anything But Ordinary" - packed with Pop, Rock, Originals and (of course) a Showtune or two. The song-list represents a wide variety of songwriters, including Jason Wynn, Ike Turner, Kelly Clarkson, Anastasia, Elton John, ELO, Alicia Keys, Paula Cole, and so many more! Directed by 2008 MAC winner Miles Phillips, the show features a smokin' band and a collection of some of New York's best singers joining in the fun. There is a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: O'CONNOR & VOGEL WITH "FOUND & LOST"
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Building upon the wit and charm of their previous acclaimed shows, "Guy and Doll" and "How To Be Perfect", Brian Tom O'Connor and Debra Vogel present their new show "Found and Lost" at DON'T TELL MAMA (343 West 46th Street, NYC - 212-757-0788 - http://www.donttellmamanyc.com/ ) on Saturday, November 22nd at 3:00 pm; Wednesday, December 10th at 7:00 pm; Sunday, December 14th at 6:00 pm; and Tuesday, December 16th at 7:00 pm. The show is a miniature musical comedy about what makes relationships tick. In their roles as "social scientists," O'Connor and Vogel blend the best of sketch comedy and character duets to create hilarious and often touching portrayals of the joy and heartbreak in every relationship. Musical director is Darryl Curry. Director is Elfin Frederick Vogel with musical staging by Nora Brown. There is a $18 cover plus 2 drink minimum. $10 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: ARTISTS FOR ALZHEIMER'S FUNDRAISING EVENT
Suzanne Fiore and some of her friends will present ARTISTS FOR ALZHEIMER'S on Saturday, November 22nd at 5:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ). Proceeds will go to ARTZ (http://www.thehearth.org/artistsforalzheimers.htm ). Singers who will be joining her include Brandon Cutrell & Dawn Derow, accompanied by Ray Fellman on piano, Alexander Rae on drums, Matt Scharfglass on bass.The show will allow others to learn more about this organization and as they share their music with you. The show is in honor of Suzanne's grandmother who was born in the month of November and who died from this disease. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
MIAMI: ANGELA FISCHETTI AT LIFE FOOD GOURMET
Vocalist Angela Fischetti will present songs of joy and devotion at Miami's new "live" food restaurant, LIFE FOOD GOURMET (377 S.W. 15th Road, 2nd Fl, Miami, FL - 786-523-9669) on Saturday, November 22nd at 8:30 pm. Angela's set will consist of mantras and prayers, plus songs of joy and devotion sung in English and Sanskrit. Call for cover/minimum information.
NYC: KIRSTEN HOLLY SMITH SINGS DUSTY SPRINGFIELD
Fresh from rave reviews in Los Angeles, Kirsten Holly Smith brings her heartfelt tribute to the legendary Dusty Springfield to NYC. "Kirsten Holly Smith Sings Dusty Springfield" will be presented at THE DUPLEX CABARET THEATRE (61 Christopher Street, NYC - 1-212-255-5438 - http://www.theduplex.com/ ) on Saturday, November 22nd at 10:00 pm; Tuesday, November 25th at 9:30 pm; Tuesday, December 2nd at 9:30 pm; and Saturday, December 13th at 7:30 pm.Arranger/musical director is Michael Thomas Murray and Darrell Larson is director for this production (originally directed by Derick LaSalla). With this show, Kirsten Holly Smith offers an opulent tribute to iconic soul singer Dusty Springfield who died of cancer in 1999 at 59 years old. There is a $10 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
NYC: WITCHES IN BIKINIS AT THEATER FOR THE NEW CITY
Novelty musical/dance act, Witches In Bikinis will perform at THEATER FOR THE NEW CITY'S NEW CITY CABARET (155 First Avenue, NYC - 212-254-1109 - http://www.theaterforthenewcity.net/ ) on Saturday, November 22nd at 11:00 pm. The show features 8 new witches (and some new wig colors, too!). $10 cover - call for minimum information.
LA AREA: ALLEN EVERMAN AT STERLING'S
Allen Everman will perform at STERLING'S UPSTAIRS (4349 Tujunga Avenue, Studio City, CA - 818-769-0905 - http://www.vitellosrestaurant.com/ ) on Saturday, November 22nd at 8:00 pm. Everman is one of Southern California's most sought after musical directors and pianists and has had the great fortune to work along side such greats as Eden Espinoza, Carol Burnett, Bobby Rydell, Melissa Manchester, and Tony Shalhoub. A graduate of both the instrumental and vocal programs at Citrus College, Allen received intense training in jazz piano, voice, and musical theatre. The value package price is $50 per person and includes a four-course, prix-fixe dinner with a choice from three different entrees, plus a one hour performance.
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SUNDAY - NOVEMBER 23rd
NYC: VALERIE LEMON SINGS MUSIC BY MARVIN HAMLISCH
Valerie Lemon brings her new show "Valerie Lemon Sings Music by Marvin Hamlisch" to THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ) on Sundays, November 23rd & 30th 7:00 pm and December 7th at 9:30 pm. Valerie has performed across the United States as concert soloist for Academy Award-winning composer Marvin Hamlisch. Her twelve-year association with Mr. Hamlisch also resulted in a solo corporate industrial act which he wrote for her and which she has performed to great acclaim in venues around the globe. Her director is Eric Michael Gillett and musical director is Don Rebic. There is a $20 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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CABARET NEWS - DATEBOOK - NOVEMBER 24th AND BEYOND
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MONDAY - NOVEMBER 24th
CHICAGO: CABARET CANTEEN: MUSIC THAT GOT US THROUGH
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CCP (Chicago Cabaret Professionals - http://www.chicagocabaret.org/ ) and DRURY LANE WATER TOWER PLACE (175 East Chestnut Street, Chicago, IL - 312-642-2000 - http://www.drurylanewatertower.com/ ) are announcing the fourth of five new Musical Mondays concerts, held monthly through December. On Monday November 24th at 7:30 pm the show is "CABARET CANTEEN: MUSIC THAT GOT US THROUGH", a special Veterans Day salute. This "greatest generation" of songs got America through World War II with hope and laughter. Tickets are $25 and are on sale now by calling the Box Office at 312-642-2000 or visiting http://www.ticketmaster.com/ .
NYC: ALISON FRASER & MARY TESTA TOGETHER AGAIN
THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com ) welcomes two of Broadway's most esteemed performers - Alison Fraser and Mary Testa (with special guest, Annie Golden), for the second series of two very special performances as part of the celebrated Voices from the Great White Way Series. The pair will appear on Monday, November 24th at 10:00 pm. Accompanied by a four piece band led by Allison Leyton-Brown, the evenings will feature music written by songwriter Rusty Magee. Audiences can expect to hear tunes from Magee's musicals The Green Heart (written with Charles Busch) and The Czar of Rock and Roll (written with Lewis Black), as well as Magee's iconic New York ballad, New York Romance. Alison is currently appearing in the acclaimed Broadway revival of Arthur Laurents' Gypsy as Tessie Tura. Mary Testa appeared as Melpomene/Medusa in the hit Broadway production of Xanadu. There is a $25 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
NYC: JONATHAN TUNICK IN CONCERT AT BIRDLAND
Jim Caruso's Cast Party, in association with TheaterMania.com, is proud to present orchestrator, musical director and composer Jonathan Tunick in concert at BIRDLAND (315 West 44th Street, NYC - 212-581-3080 - http://www.birdlandjazz.com/ ), as part of the Nightlife Award-winning series Broadway at Birdland on Monday, November 24th at 7:00 pm. Winner of the Oscar, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Awards, Jonathan Tunick brings back the sound of the big bands with the debut performance of The Broadway Moonlighters, featuring New York's finest musicians and a very special Broadway superstar guest. Tunick is also celebrating his induction into the 2009 Theatre Hall of Fame. There is a $30 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
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TUESDAY - NOVEMBER 25th
NYC: JULIE REYBURN LIVE AT THE METROPOLITAN ROOM
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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 Tuesday, November 25th at 7:00 pm and Saturdays, December 6th & 13th at 7:30 pm. The 2007 Julie Wilson Award recipient will be performing a brand new show featuring an exciting mix of standards, broadway and contemporary folk/rock with arrangements of Bob Dylan, Stephen Sondheim, Lennon/McCartney, and Alec Wilder, 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 2-drink minimum. $15 cover for members of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE.
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NYC: LYNNE HALLIDAY RELEASES NEW CD "TORCHED"
Acclaimed singer Lynne Halliday will release her eagerly anticipated album, "Torched" at THE WEST BANK CAFE/LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER (407 West 42nd Street, NYC - 212-695-6909 - http://www.westbankcafe.com/ ) on Tuesday, November 25th at 7:00 pm. "Torched," is the name of Ms. Halliday's critically acclaimed show performed at The Beechman in November 2007 which was originally directed by Michael Schiralli. On the CD, she explores more than one concept of what being "torched" is really about through some classic songs by composers as diverse as Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stephen Sondheim and Peggy Lee. Musical director David Brunetti will lead the trio with Frank Wagner on bass and Rex Benincasa on percussion. There will be a $15 cover plus a $15 food/drink minimum.
LONDON: ASA HASSELBLAD WITH "THEY'RE SINGING MY SONG"
Asa Hasselblad brings her one woman show "They're Singing my Song" to the 40-seat LEICESTER SQUARE THEATRE (6 Leicester Place, London, UK - 0844 847 2475 - http://www.leicestersquaretheatre.com ) on Tuesday, November 25th at 8:00 pm. Together with pianist and singer/songwriter Kate Daisy Grant, Asa will interpret songs by Jacques Brel, Kurt Weill, Edith Piaf, Marlene Dietrich and the never before translated to English Vitkovsky. Ms. Hasselblad will also tell stories and anecdotes, modern myths, interfere with some taboos and present a little magic trick here and there if suitable. Call for cover/minimum information.
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FRIDAY - November 28th
S.F.AREA: STARS OF "LAST COMIC STANDING" AT RRAZZ ROOM
ANT, a comedian and storyteller, and Jessica Kirson, a comedienne known for her various characters, will bring their high energy and irreverent comedy acts to RRAZZ ROOM at THE HOTEL NIKKO (222 Mason Street, San Francisco, CA - 415-394-1189 - http://www.therrazzroom.com/ ) for three nights, Friday through Sunday, November 28th through 30th at 8:00 pm (Sunday at 7:00 pm). ANT has steadily climbed the comedy hill to become one of the most successful comedians today. A regular guest on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and The Tyra Banks Show, ANT is the only comedian to appear on all five seasons of NBC's Last Comic Standing. Jessica Kirson's unique style and captivating stage presence captures the attention of audiences and club bookers everywhere. Tickets are $35.
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THURSDAY - DECEMBER 4th
NYC: JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS PRESENTS HOLIDAY MAGIC
Celebrate the holiday season with famed cabaret performer Jamie deRoy and her Multi MAC Award-winning variety show, Jamie deRoy & friends on Thursday, December 4th at 7:00 pm at THE METROPOLITAN ROOM (34 West 22nd Street, NYC - 212-206-0440 - http://www.metropolitanroom.com/ ). Joining Jamie will be the acclaimed acappella group The Accidentals, Broadway veteran Loni Ackerman, Clio Award-winning singer/songwriter David Buskin, the incomparable Julie Budd, legendary singer/songwriter Jake Holmes, twin brother singing duo Will & Anthony Nunziata, dazzling magician and audience favorite Oz Pearlman and Tony nominated performer Lee Roy Reams. Award-winning director Barry Kleinbort will direct and Lanny Meyers will serve as musical director. The colorful cabaret series, which has been thrilling New York City audiences for the past 16 years and serves as the basis for deRoy's award-winning cable television show, spotlights a wide variety of well-known entertainers and newcomers lighting up the cabaret, theater, and comedy worlds. There is a $25 cover plus a 2-drink minimum.
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MORE "HERE & THERE" PART II
Still a little queazy about getting out and about in inclement weather after my bout with the flu last week, I only got to go to two cabaret shows since last issue.
Like the proverbial "moth to the flame" I simply cannot resist Grace Cosgrove GRACE NOTES - A Singers' Soiree" shows held monthly at DON'T TELL MAMA. So I was back on Thursday, November 5th for the latest edition. With surprise guest star Valerie Lemon on the bill (I saw her sneaking into the room while having a "happy hour" pre-show libation in the piano bar, this choice was a "no-brainer." (If you recall, I had several cabaret shows to choose from last Thursday). And who could pass up a chance to hear Emmy Award Winning Record Producer, Singer & Songwriter Paul Rolnik in a rare live cabaret performance? And, as if two cabaret stars wasn't enough, Miles Phillips (2008 MAC Award For Outstanding Male Vocalist) and Lynne Halliday (Cabaret Singer & Actress) were also on the bill. And an up-and-coming 4-gal vocal group, the Delivery Girls (Mary Carey, Amie Carey, April Henry & Tracy Stark), newcomer Clarice Mazanec and singer/songwriter Jim Cargill were in the show! These monthly events always seem to have something for everyone! Ruth gathers her performers from upcoming cabaret schedules as well as recommendations from others - a great chance for performers to try out new material and arrangements, and for newcomers to introduce themselves to cabaret.
Grace has a big event planned for the next GRACE NOTES show in December 4th at DON'T TELL MAMA at 6:30 pm - including a live CD recording of the show. I suggest you put your reservations in early - the lineup is fantastic!
I broke a long-standing personal tradition again yesterday - I attended a Sunday cabaret show. I usually like to take Sundays as a "personal day" but I simply had to see Jackie Draper's "Between Yesterday and Tomorrow" show at 5:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATER. I have to find a faster route to THE BEECHMAN - no matter how early I leave the apartment, I always seem to arrive late for shows here - and yesterday was no exception. I didn't make a reservations (my bad) and the place was packed when I arrived just at 5:05 pm. But host Kenney Bell always seems to find a good seat for me - this one was close to the bar so I could take advantage of the extra light coming from the bar area.
Ms. Draper always presents "thoughtful" shows - almost philosophical in nature. This show was no exception. Where have I been? - where am I now" - where am I going? questions we often ask and answers that seem to change in spite of ourselves. She was ably supported by one of the finest arrangers in cabaret, Gregory Toroian (with another fine talent, Ritt Henn, on bass). An elegant song list - with several songs in French (Ms. Draper often summered there) - and many fun tunes from the likes of Dave Frishberg (and several numbers by Jackie's favorite musical team - Michel LeGrand and Alan & Marilyn Bergman) gave the show a lightness and charm perfect for a Sunday afternoon. There was even a dance interlude or two with her guest Franklin Ayala.
With a full house at both performances of this run, I am certain Ms. Draper will return with one or two encore performances.
I know this may seem awfully far off, but if you are planning a cabaret event for the month of March 2009, please send me a press release as early as you can. Once again we will be celebrating MARCH IS CABARET MONTH and have a special website (http://www.marchiscabaretmonth.com/ ) to promote this special month. We will be updating you in the weeks to come about cabaret shows and cabaret organization celebrations around the world. Stay tuned.
SAVE THE DATE: Tuesday, March 10th at 7:00 pm at THE LAURIE BEECHMAN: The Second Annual CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE - MARCH IS CABARET MONTH CELEBRATION.
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I covered nearly all the news through November 22nd with lots more still on file. Since we can only cover a new item once in these newsletters (with exception of shows running ads or offering discounts, benefits and organization events) be sure to check the DIARY/DATEBOOK pages, organized by date, for events coming up that have already been written on in the newsletter. We also list such events for "seven nights out" in the newsletter at the bottom of each date.
I hope you at least scanned the news and listings items in this issue - there are a lot of great shows listed with a lot of great performers and a lot of great songs and show themes. Is your event listed? Send me that press release! I ran out of time - I ran out of space - but I haven't run out of news.
And that is just about the way it was. Support cabaret and live entertainment - see a show or two this week!
Until Thursday, then.
Hugs & Stuff,
STU
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