West Bank Cafe Announces Sept. Concert Line-Up

The West Bank Café announces the September 2007 line-up of live entertainment, to be presented in The Laurie Beechman Theatre. The West Bank Café is located at 407 West 42nd. St. (at Ninth Avenue). For reservations, please call 212-695-6909, between the hours of 12-8PM.

Please note the $15 food and/or beverage minimum at each performance, with the exception of The After Party. All major credit cards are accepted.

The After Party
Every Friday from 10:30PM-2AM
No cover, no minimum

"This weekly open-mic schmoozefest for the theatrically inclined has become the hit of midtown, hosted by iron-lunged Brandon Cutrell and Alysha Umphress, with Ray Fellman at the keys and Lisa Asher behind the bar (her pour is as ferocious as her belt). Come hang and belt out a showtune or two. No cover, no minimum. You never know who might drop by."

The Gene Krupa Orchestra
Wednesdays, September 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 5PM
$20 cover

"No nostalgia here. This band plays like the ink on the music isn't dry yet! The Gene Krupa Orchestra, led by drummer Michael Berkowitz, has been performing to sold-out houses and standing ovations from one coast to the other. Michael, with his All-Star Big Band, play Krupa's big hits and "swing-era" classics: Drum Boogie, Lover, Body and Soul, Wire Brush Stomp, Sing, Sing, Sing and many others. Michael is a jaw dropping drumming pro who brings to life the music of 'America's Ace Drummer Man' with incredible technique, expression and sensitivity. Vocals made famous by such Krupa singers as Anita O'Day and Irene Daye are brought to life by different guest artists every week."

Crossroads
Thursday, Sept. 13 at 7PM; Friday & Saturday, Sept. 14 & 15 at 9PM
$25 cover

"Share the musical journey of Marc Dalio, Michael Givens and David Rappaport in their original show, Crossroads. These three friends share their lives turning points through songs, including Drift Away, Dust in the Wind and A New Day."

Cabaret Cares
Sunday, September 9 & 23 at 9:30PM
$25 cover

"Cabaret Cares benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS and Help Is On The Way Today, a new non-for-profit organization that assists children living with HIV and AIDS when government sponsored agencies fall short. On September 9, cast members from the hit Broadway show Jersey Boys drop by: Peter Gregus, Daniel Reichard and J. Robert Spencer, along with several other cast members."

Pulso Argentino
Sunday, September 9 at 7PM
$25 cover

"Los Ocampo, a Grammy Award nominated flamenco guitarist and internationally acclaimed Tango team, have brought together a company of exceptional artists to combine an exciting fusion of Tango, Argentine Folklore and Flamenco. Using both traditional and contemporary sounds, they strive to bring the passion and artistry of Argentina to new heights."

Mark Rapp
Tuesday, September 11 at 8PM
$10 cover

"Downbeat Magazine (June 2007) choose Mark Rapp as a Top Emerging Artist to watch. His debut record is produced by Grammy Award winner, Jason Olaine. On this very special evening, Mark will present his extended jazz suite, 'A Soul's Journey' – a 90-minute work celebrating the common threads of humanity and life's hardships and victories. Having premiered in New Orleans with Ellis Marsalis on the piano and Wess 'Warmdaddy' Anderson on the saxophone at the world-famous Snug Harbor, we're proud to present its NY debut."

Maureen Kelley Stewart: Heart's Desire
Sundays, September 16 & 23 at 2PM; Thursday, September 20 at 7PM
$15

"Celebrating material by Charles Strouse, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Jason Patrick Brown, William Finn, Hoagy Carmichael, Johnny Mercer, Maltby & Shire, Laura Nyro, Amanda McBroom, Julie Gold, Dave Frishberg & others. Musical Director: Don Rebic; Direction by Eric Michael Gillett."

Russell Barns: Mur-ci –Mercy- Mur-ci…Me!
Sunday, September 16 at 6PM
$20 cover

"A celebration of the second act of…a life! Benefiting New York's Stonewall Chorale, vocalist Barns is joined on stage with Helen Feldman and accompanist John Spalla."

The Gossip Factory
Thursdays, September 13, 20 & 27 at 9:30PM
$12 cover

"Reminiscent of a 'Saved by the Bell' episode gone horribly awry, The Gossip Factory invites you on an adventurous journey through a typical day for Halliburton Middle School students. An outrageous ensemble cast presents these angst-ridden teens as they face the tribulations of middle class bourgeois life and struggle with the American dream of today's youth. This original Gossip Factory creation whisks audiences back to the glorious days of book reports and bus rides, hall passes and history, puberty and P.E."

Lisa Ferber's An Evening with Molly Hadafew
Friday, September 21 at 8PM
$5 cover

"Been-there-done-that dame Molly Hadafew, who speaks in 1940s film-noir lingo, tells of her steamy affair with Irving Peduski, the suave pickle store king. The enchanting chanteuse also reminisces about her other trials with love, and sings songs including 'Married Don't Mean Unavailable,' 'You Left Me for a Tranny and I'm Still Drinkin',' and 'Freshly Shtupped and Feeling Fine.'"

Alexander Kariotis & The Rock Opera Orchestra
Saturday, September 22 and Friday, September 28 at 8PM
$15 cover

"The Rock Opera Orchestra, an eleven member ensemble, combine grand arias, recitatives, choruses, duets, trios and the elaborately emotional subject matter of the great operatic composers with vocal pyrotechnics and highly imaginative original compositions. Alexander Kariotis has performed internationally as a leading tenor in various operas, symphony concerts and Broadway tours."

Sing For Your Sanity
Sundays, September 23 & 30 at 7PM
$10

"A musical revue that reminds us that sometimes being single is just as much fun as any relationship."

Scot Albertson
Wednesday, September 26 at 9PM
$20 cover

"Celebrated vocalist Albertson, 2007 MAC nominee for Outstanding Jazz vocalist, brings his suave croon back to our stage for an encore performance, celebrating the release of his second CD. Musical Direction by Daryl Kojak."