Jim Speake to Bring 'I'M A BRASS BAND' to The Duplex in October

MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs) nominee Jim Speake, the loveable actor-singer who hails from Alabama, has a certain charm that has his audiences wanting to see him more than they already do! And they will very soon, when Jim brings back the acclaimed show "I'm a Brass Band, Jim Speake Sings Cy Coleman at the Duplex" for two more performances.

Jim Speake singing the music of Cy Coleman will include songs from the following musical shows many of us know and love: "Barnum", "The Will Roger Follies", "City of Angels", "Seesaw". "The Life", "Wildcat" and "Sweet Charity".

"I'm a Brass Band..." is being directed by Lennie Watts. Mr. Watts is the current president of MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets). He is also a ten-time MAC, five-time Backstage Bistro and three-time Nightlife Award winner. Recognized as an outstanding vocalist, director and producer, he has been active on the New York scene for over 25 years. In addition to directing in smaller cabaret venues, Mr. Watts is known for his work at Symphony Space, Town Hall and B.B. Kings.

Jim Speake's Music Director and pianist will be Mr. Steven Ray Watkins. Bistro Award winner Steven Ray Watkins is returning as Music Director with the SRW Band as he did when the show ran in May 2014.

"I'm a Brass Band" is scheduled upstairs at the Cabaret Room at the Duplex for two dates:

• Saturday, October 11th, 4:30 PM
• Sunday, October 19th at 4:30 PM.

Reservations are highly recommended: (212) 255-5438 or www.theduplex.com (SEATING IS LIMITED)

The Duplex is located at 61 Christopher Street (at 7th Avenue), New York City, NY 10014.

"I'm a Brass Band..." has a $15.00 cover charge and a two-drink minimum, with a $5.00 discount for MAC, AEA and Cabaret Hotline members.

For more information about Jim Speake, actor-singer, visit www.jimspeake.com