Andrew Poretz

Ella Mae Dixon brought jazz swagger and Broadway heart to 54 Below with SWINGIN’ SHOWTUNES on 5/10! Blending powerhouse vocals, vulnerable storytelling and inventive arrangements, Dixon turned classic musical theater into vibrant late-night jazz.

The New York Pops’ 43rd Birthday Gala delivered a powerhouse celebration of Stephen Schwartz, with a stacked Broadway lineup. From “Defying Gravity” to “For Good,” it was a night of big voices, big emotion, and show-stopping moments.

Betty Buckley cast a spell at Joe’s Pub with RANDOM NOTES, blending storytelling and song in a richly varied set. Backed by a stellar quartet, she moved from intimate nuance to soaring moments, delivering a magnetic, deeply personal evening.

The BLCK Madonna’s CD release at Baretto highlighted Ana Hoffman’s warm presence and thoughtful artistry. A stronger second set and a few standout moments revealed a performer with clear vision and some future promise.

Champian Fulton’s FLYING HIGH delivered a vibrant blend of jazz and cabaret, pairing her elegant pianism with a stellar ensemble and standout vocalists. The set moved effortlessly from intimate moments to full-band swing.

Liz Callaway brings warmth, wit, and luminous vocals to Stephen Schwartz’s songbook - a heartfelt, nostalgic evening of storytelling, standout numbers, and a soaring, unforgettable finale.

Michael Feinstein channels the golden age of New York nightclubs in a swinging Standard Time concert highlighted by dazzling big-band arrangements led by Tedd Firth.

Broadway and cabaret's new power couple, Eva Noblezada and Reeve Carney (HADESTOWN), wowed with three sold-out shows at The Green Room 42 in February.

Broadway's Julie Benko came marching in to Birdland Jazz for 'Euophonic Gumbo,' her new album (and band name) with husband Jason Yeager, celebrating Mardi Gras and her new album.

John Lloyd Young thrilled in two shows at The Laurie Beechman, performing songs from his R&B album, 'My Turn,' as well as his usual Frankie Valli/Jersey Boys repertoire.

Brandon Maggart helped close out The Gardenia's 45 years in West Hollywood with stories, songs, and tales of a life well lived. Daughter Maude Maggart joined for a poignant duet finale.

This is a terrific concert, cabaret and revue rolled into one, feating rising star Adrian Galante's brilliant playing and orchestrations of Burt Bacharach songs, sung by three terrific singers. It runs through February 22

Cabaret star Maude Maggart thrilled with a beautiful, if short, annual New York appearance at a sold-out Birdland Jazz on December 29 with her newest show.

The legendary and unique cabaret performer and booker Sidney Myer was spectacular in a sold-out run of shows at Pangea between December 21 and New Year's Eve.

If this first, riotously funny episode of The New Decameron: Songwriters in Lockdown is any indication, it will be the web equivalent of must-watch TV. Kudos to John Forster, Hillary Rollins and Tom Toce.

David Sabella's homage to the late, great Peter Allen was a marvelous blend of storytelling and performance, with Allen's most well-known songs covered, and some delightful surprises.

Singer Mary Porter made an auspicious 54 Below debut on November 10th, with a show honoring North Carolina performers and the songs associated with them.

The concert featured pianists Jed Distler, saxophonist David Demsey, 'The Crown Prince of Cabaret' Steve Ross, and cabaret stars Jeff Harnar and Marissa Mulder, lovingly produced by Mark Walter.

Musical theater, television, and cabaret star Linda Purl presented her newest show, Tunes & Tales: Adventures in Survival. Purl was backed by musical director and pianist Tedd Firth, bassist David Finck and drummer Ray Marchica.

Juliet Ewing's sold-out CD release show at Chelsea Table + Stage delivered an exciting 75 minutes of some of Gershwin's greatest music, with some interesting choices.