Photo Coverage: Mario Cantone Makes Royal Room Debut at The Colony Hotel
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Jan 7, 2018
There are two venues in the world that offer a combination of old world ambience and great entertainment. In Manhattan it's Cafe Carlyle in The Carlyle and in Palm Beach Florida the historic Colony Hotel's Royal Room shares the distinction. Broadway and TV star Mario Cantone brought a little shock and awe to the historic resort town which was established by Henry Morrison Flagler in the early 1900's.
Chris Isaacson Presents Announces Slate Of Entertainment for December 2017
by BWW
News Desk
- Dec 5, 2017
Chris Isaacson Presents has announced a full slate of winter entertainment through the end of 2017. The lineup begins with Bianca Del Rio and Peaches Christ in the LA premiere of Sheetlejuice, followed by YouTube LGBTQ sensation Steve Grand performing his show All American Boy: Up Close and Personal. Up next are singer/actress Joely Fisher with her new show Growing Up Fisher, The Voice winner Alisan Porter, award-winning actor/singer Richard Shelton with his popular Sinatra & Me, and E! Network star Emile Welman on New Year's Eve.
Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night - Steve Tyrell at Cafe Carlyle
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Nov 29, 2017
Sometimes a performer is so effective in using his or her talent to entertain and charm an audience that the mention of their name and a venue become synonymous. Sinatra at The Sands, Darin at The Copa, Celine Dion at Caesars Palace, Feinstein at The Regency ( & now 54 Below). Bobby Short was The Carlyle for 36 years, and after his passing in 2005 Steve Tyrell's name and Cafe Carlyle have become intertwined. The artistry of Tyrell and the sophistication of The Carlyle have produced an annual holiday engagement for this music icon that has brought cheer and good feelings to thousands over the years. Steve fills the hotel with his swinging music, and he has been also doing something essential in the nightclub business . he also fills the seats. It's not just New Yorkers that flock to Cafe Carlyle for his performances. The Carlyle becomes a destination point for fans around the country during his runs.
Chris Isaacson Presents Announces Slate Of Entertainment for December 2017
by A.A. Cristi
- Nov 28, 2017
Chris Isaacson Presents has announced a full slate of winter entertainment through the end of 2017. The lineup begins with Bianca Del Rio and Peaches Christ in the LA premiere of Sheetlejuice, followed by YouTube LGBTQ sensation Steve Grand performing his show All American Boy: Up Close and Personal. Up next are singer/actress Joely Fisher with her new show Growing Up Fisher, The Voice winner Alisan Porter, award-winning actor/singer Richard Shelton with his popular Sinatra & Me, and E! Network star Emile Welman on New Year's Eve.
Photo Coverage: New York Pops Auction Item Raises Money For POPS/ED Programs
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Oct 18, 2017
The winning bidder at The New York Pops Silent Auction, whose proceeds help finance The Pops/Ed Programs of The New York Pops, got something way above the original listed value. The auction item was for one pianist to play at your private party. However not only did the pianist show up at the appointed time, he was joined by some of the world's greatest pianists and entertainers for the special evening.
Tickets Go On Sale 7/15 for Artist Series Concerts' 2017-2018 Season
by A.A. Cristi
- Jul 10, 2017
Tickets for Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota's 22nd season will be available online beginning July 15 at www.artistseriesconcerts.org. The season, which features a dynamic line-up of established and emerging classical, cabaret, jazz and pops artists, runs September 2017 through May 2018. The performances will be held at a variety of venues throughout Sarasota County.
Photo Coverage: Paulo Szot Salutes Broadway At Feinstein's/54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Jun 7, 2017
Paulo Szot breathtakingly answered the question last night. Can one of opera and Broadway world's most magnificent and powerful voices be harnessed to create an intimate cabaret experience? If you have a preconceived notion of a barrel chested, non swinging, duck out of water performer, you are a 100 percent wrong.
Photo Coverage: Clint Holmes Celebrates New CD With Birdland Performance
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Apr 18, 2017
The word Artist is never more accurately applied to an entertainer then when it is used to describe Clint Holmes. Clint starts with a familiar song title on a blank music page, and then goes on to create something you never thought that tune could become. His vocal, jazz, acting ability, combined with his creativity cross every music red, blue, black and white music line you ever laid down. Most of the audience at Jim Caruso's Broadway at Birdland Series were already 'educated consumers' at his performance celebrating the CD Release of 'Rendezvous' last night. However, for all, it was a reminder of what a truly great performer can brilliantly accomplish with the same 12 notes and combination of beats that all vocalists have at their disposal.
Set Sail with FRAN DRESCHER'S CABARET CRUISE to Benefit Cancer Schmancer
by BWW News Desk
- Mar 23, 2017
Everyone's a VIP on an enchanted evening Cabaret Cruise with Fran Drescher and friends on the Hornblower Infinity featuring music, food and drinks, and a commemorative photo with Fran, all to benefit Cancer Schmancer, dedicated to early detection, prevention and advocacy.
Photo Coverage: Jamie deRoy & (Friar) Friends Swing Into Spring at Friars Club
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Mar 21, 2017
Jamie deRoy's Friar Membership and her long running Jamie deRoy & friends Variety Show are about the same age. Jamie became a member in 1988 along with Liza Minnelli, Joan Rivers and Brooke Shields. Jamie brought this edition of the show to the Friars Club last night and the Frank Sinatra Dining Room was filled with Friars and Jamie's friends as they dined and were entertained by some of the best in the business.
BWW Feature: The New York Pops Readies Itself for an Eclectic Second Half of Season
by Ashley Steves
- Mar 10, 2017
The New York Pops brands itself as "a different kind of orchestra," and the proof is in the programming.
The orchestra, the largest independent orchestra in the United States, will begin the second half of their season on Friday, March 10, 2017, with a LIFE IS A CABARET: KANDER & EBB, celebrating the music of the legendary duo, and continuing a season (and organization mission) dedicated to featuring a wide variety of performers, composers, and genres.
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