Christine Ebersole Set for Trio of Shows at Feinstein's at the Nikko, 9/5-7

By: Aug. 09, 2013
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Hotel Nikko San Francisco and Michael Feinstein are thrilled to welcome two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole to Feinstein's at the Nikko for three performances only - Thursday, September 5 (8 p.m.), Friday, September 6 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, September 7 (7 p.m.). Located within Hotel Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco), Feinstein's at the Nikko presents a wide range of entertainers from stage and screen all within an intimate 140-seat cabaret setting. Tickets for Christine Ebersole range in price from $40-$85 and are available now by calling866.663.1063 or visiting www.ticketweb.com. There is a $20 food and beverage minimum per person inside the showroom which guests can use towards cocktails as well as a variety of small plates crafted exclusively for Feinstein's at the Nikko by Executive Chef Philippe Striffeler, through Restaurant Anzu. Cheese and dessert platters will also be available in the showroom.

Currently starring in the hit TBS comedy series "Sullivan & Son," now in its 2nd season, Christine has performed in concert throughout the United States. She returns to San Francisco with Musical Director John Oddo, offering audiences an evening of classic standards and Broadway songs. Called "the Apex of New York" by the New York Times, Ebersole has captivated audiences on the Broadway stage, television series and specials, films, concert appearances and recordings for over 30 years.

This summer, Christine performed Symphony concerts with The Pasadena Pops and The Philadelphia Orchestra.

In addition to her current TV role, Christine recently co-starred opposite Robert DeNiro, Diane Keaton and Robin Williams in the spring film "The Big Wedding" and is Leo DiCaprio's mom in the highly anticipated upcoming film "The Wolf of Wall Street."

This fall, Christine's 5th CD "Strings Attached" featuring Jazz violinist Aaron Weinstein will be released following a series of summer concerts with Aaron and his Trio. In winter 2014, they bring their acclaimed concert to London for the first time.

Christine Ebersole has performed her solo concerts at The Kennedy Center, yearly engagements at The Carlyle, Feinstein's at Loews Regency and many concert halls and theaters across the country, including multiple concerts with The Boston Pops, The New York Pops, the televised Kennedy Center Honors and The San Francisco Symphony at Carnegie Hall (2008 PBS Special).

A native of Winnetka, Illinois, Christine Ebersole won The Tony Award for Outstanding Actress in the dual role of "Edith and Edie Beale" in the acclaimed Tony Nominated Musical Grey Gardens. Christine was lauded with virtually every Off-Broadway theater award when it premiered at Playwrights Horizon and Grey Gardens went on to pack its Broadway theater for over a year, with every theater critic praising her bravura performance.

Christine followed Grey Gardens with the Broadway production of Blithe Spirit opposite Angela Lansbury and Rupert Everett. In past theater seasons, Christine has won critical acclaim as well as the Outer Critics Circle Award and the Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical, for her portrayal of "Dorothy Brock" in the 2000 revival of 42nd Street. The following season, she starred in Broadway's Dinner at Eight, garnering a Tony Award nomination. In 2005, Christine starred as M'Lynn on Broadway in Steel Magnolias.

Christine was a regular cast member of the Not Ready for Prime Time Players on "Saturday Night Live" during the 1981-82 season. Her other television credits include "Tessie Tura" in Bette Midler's "Gypsy," the hit TV series, "Royal Pains", appeared as Denny Craig's love interest in "Boston Legal," "Law and Order, SVU," "Mary & Rhoda," "Platinum" with Diana Ross, "Will & Grace" as well as appearances on "The Today Show", "The View" and "The Colbert Report."

Film work includes the hit movie, "Confessions of a Shopaholic." "Tootsie," "Amadeus," "Black Sheep," "Dead Again," "My Favorite Martian," "My Girl II," "Folks!" and "Richie Rich." In addition to her television, film, Broadway and concert work, Christine has released 4 CD's, including her recent CD celebrating Noel Coward.

All seating at Feinstein's at the Nikko is cabaret style and available on a first-come, first-served basis within the section purchased. Guests who purchase the prix-fixe dinner at Restaurant Anzu will receive a complimentary section upgrade (subject to availability) and get to choose their exact seat locations within the upgraded section.

Guests of Feinstein's at the Nikko can enjoy a variety of food and beverage options before performances. Kanpai Lounge, located in Hotel Nikko's lobby, offers light cuisine, a full bar and specialty cocktails. Restaurant Anzu, Hotel Nikko's intimate restaurant located on the second floor, serves sustainable California cuisine enhanced with Asian flavors. Restaurant Anzu will also offer Feinstein's at the Nikko guests a special three-course prix-fixe dinner ($45 per person) prior to all performances. Reservations can be made by calling (415) 394-1100.



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