Review: Billy Mitchell's I'M STILL FINE at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - May 05, 2024
Despite a few teething issues, this reviewer thought I'M STILL FINE was an adventurous first step at cabaret from an established musical theater actor and looks forward to seeing what Mitchell does next....
Review: Backstage Babble Uncovers Broadway Flop History at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - May 05, 2024
Not every Broadway show is a smash. A focus on 14 hidden gems from shows that disappeared too quickly fueled an entertaining evening at 54 Below last Sunday on April 29th. Hosted by Charles Kirsch of Backstage Babble podcast and Robert W. Schneider, the evening was a success....
Review: Luke Islam LIVE IN CONCERT at The Cutting Room
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 03, 2024
For his age, Luke Islam has incredible vocal control, range, and awareness of what he wants. Islam’s solo show at the Cutting Room on Sunday April 28th at 7 pm featured a mix of the Broadway classics he grew up on, and R&B classics....
Review: Take 6 Takes the Cake at Birdland
by Rob Lester - May 03, 2024
Take note: Take 6 is at Birdland Jazz Club through Saturday. They take the art of vocal harmony singing to impressive heights. Their opening show on Wednesday May 1 was a smash....
Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Delights Once More at Dizzy's
by Rob Lester - April 29, 2024
The 'Songbook Sundays' makes the second day of a weekend a first-rate experience. Rodgers & Hammerstein were on tap on April 21 in a season that included a focus on Frank Loesser, with Johnny Mercer's turn coming up in June....
Review: Unforgettable Music Of Nat King Cole Thrills Audience at Dizzy's Club
by Sharon Ellman - April 27, 2024
“Unforgettable” is the only way for this reviewer to describe the sold-out one night performance of The Music Of Nat King Cole on April 25, 2024 at Dizzy’s Club (Jazz At Lincoln Center). The performance showcased a smattering of Cole’s vast repertoire of songs that we all know and love....
Review: Cyrille Aimée & Band Make Their Gig a Party at Birdland
by Rob Lester - April 25, 2024
Through April 27, Aimée and a six-piece band bring jazz flavors and smiles (theirs and the audience's) to Birdland with energy galore. Celebrating a new recording, and adding in some other material, Cyrille Aimée and band take command in a grand way this week at midtown Manhattan's home for jazz....