Tony and Drama Desk Award winner, Ben Vereen, will bring his critically-acclaimed one-man show, Steppin' Out, to Feinstein's at the Nikko for two performances only - Friday, June 17 (8 p.m.) and Saturday, June 18 (7 p.m.).Highlighting Mr. Vereen's unique blend of artistry, Steppin' Out combines a tribute to Broadway, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr. in an evening of unforgettable song and stories. Featuring songs from his immense repertoire - such as "Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries" and "Mr. Bojangles" - Mr. Vereen will also perform other hit songs including "Defying Gravity," "Stand By Me," and "My Way." Tickets range in price from $65 - $85 and are available now by calling 866.663.1063 or visiting www.feinsteinsatthenikko.com.
Ben Vereen has performed in some of the most notable Broadway productions, television series, films and variety shows of our time. Ben recently wrapped filming on the feature film remake of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" for Twentieth Century Fox (directed by Kenny Ortega), which will premiere in October. Recently, he costarred w/ Richard Gere in the film "Time Out of Mind" (Variety Oscar Critic's Pick*) and "Top Five" with Chris Rock. A Tony and Drama Desk Award winner for his renowned performance in Bob Fosse's Pippin, Mr. Vereen's Broadway credits include: Wicked, I'm Not Rappaport, Chicago, Hair, Fosse,Jelly's Last Jam, Jesus Christ Superstar, and A Christmas Carol. Mr. Vereen completed a successful run in the world premiere of Fetch Clay, Make Man, directed by Des McAnuff (Jersey Boys) at the McCarter Theatre. Film: Time Out of Mind Idlewild, All That Jazz, Sweet Charity, Funny Lady (Golden Globe nomination), Why Do Fools Fall in Love, Once Upon a Forest. Television: The legendary television miniseries Roots, Hot in Cleveland,How I Met Your Mother (recurring), Grey's Anatomy (Prism Award), Tyler Perry's House of Payne, NCIS, Law and Order: Criminal Intent, Hallmark's An Accidental Friendship(NAACP nomination), Tenspeed and Brown Shoe, Louis Armstrong - Chicago Style, Ellis Island (Golden Globe Nomination), Anne Rice's Feast of All Saints, Zoobilee Zoo and Star Trek - The Next Generation to name a few. Mr. Vereen continues to tour throughout the United States with his concert act, "Steppin' Out with Ben Vereen." In addition, he has become one of the nation's most requested motivational speakers, among audiences of all ages, on topics ranging from Overcoming Adversity, A trip down Broadway, Black history, Arts and Education, Substance Abuse, and the Art of Physical and Occupational Therapy to name a few of his topics.Videos