A true aficionado of NYC nightlife, Jenna Esposito made her cabaret debut in 2004 and continues to perform solo shows several times a year. She can also be seen around town at many of the open mics and as a frequent guest in other entertainers' shows. She is just as likely, though, to be seen in the audience at the shows of her fellow cabaret artists and spends many-an-evening in the intimate confines of such venues as The Metropolitan Room, The Duplex, Feinstein's and the Oak Room. Jenna started an informal blog in April, 2006, as a way to keep track of all of the shows she was seeing, and it's developed a steady following. She is happy to be bringing her blogging skills and nightlife knowledge to BroadwayWorld.com!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Nicolas King, Carly Ozard, Ann Hampton Callaway, and Sarah-Louise Young!
March 16, 2011
March 16, 2011
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Nicolas King at The Metropolitan Room, Carly Ozard at Don't Tell Mama, Ann Hampton Callaway at Dizzy's Club Coca Cola and Sarah Louise Young, also at Don't Tell Mama!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Katharine Luckinbill's Smashing Debut at Don't Tell Mama!
February 12, 2011
February 12, 2011
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Katharine Luckinbill's cabaret debut at Don't Tell Mama.
Cabaret Chronicles Exclusive: Katharine Luckinbill Spreads Her Wings in New Solo Show!
January 31, 2011
January 31, 2011
Broadway World Cabaret Chronicles columnist Jenna Esposito interviews Katharine Luckinbill about her upcoming NYC cabaret debut; interview is accompanied by photo coverage by Walter McBride!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Christine Lavin at Birdland, another great Cast Party, and Elaine St. George at The Metropolitan Room!
January 22, 2011
January 22, 2011
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Christine Lavin and friends in concert at Birdland, another great night at Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and Elaine St. George's 'InspiRAYtion' at The Metropolitan Room.
The Cabaret Chronicles: Cast Party, Klea Blackhurst, MetroJam, and More!
January 12, 2011
January 12, 2011
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Cast Party at Birdland, a great concert by Klea Blackhurst, MetroJam at the Metropolitan Room, and more!
The Cabaret Chronicles: A Swinging Birdland Christmas!
December 23, 2010
December 23, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features 'A Swinging Birdland Christmas' with Jim Caruso, Billy Stritch, HIlary Kole, and Aaron Weinstein
New Musical Featuring Stars of Tomorrow in NYC Premiere!
November 16, 2010
November 16, 2010
Broadway to Beijing - Here I Am, a new musical featuring some of NYC's brightest high school stars, made its debut on Saturday, November 13th.
The Cabaret Chronicles: Nikki MacCallum, Marilyn Maye, and More!
November 1, 2010
November 1, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Nikki MacCallum at The Duples, Marilyn Maye at The Metropolitan Room, and another great Cast Party at Birdland!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Cast Party, Tony DeSare, and More!
October 2, 2010
October 2, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Tony DeSare at Bemelmans Bar, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and a look at the week ahead!
The Cabaret Chronicles: William Blake, Cast Party, and Look at the Week Ahead!
September 11, 2010
September 11, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features William Blake's sold-out concert at Birdland, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and a look at the week ahead!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Alice Ripley, Bernie Bierman, and More!
August 28, 2010
August 28, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Cast Party at Birdland, Bernie Bierman's 102nd birthday party, and Alice Ripley's solo show at BACKSTAGE dopo teatro!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Cast Party, Danny Leary, and More!
August 21, 2010
August 21, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Cast Party at Birdland, the Danny Leary Variety Extravaganza at Comix, and a look at the week ahead!
The Cabaret Chronicles: ALFIO, Hilary Kole, Shana Farr, and More!
August 15, 2010
August 15, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features ALFIO in Little Italy, Hilary Kole at Birdland, Shana Farr at Feinstein's, and a look at the week ahead!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Cast Party, MetroJam, and a Look at the Week Ahead!
August 7, 2010
August 7, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Cast Party at Birdland, MetroJam at The Metropolitan Room, and a look at what's coming up next week!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Tish Oney, Bill Zeffiro, and More!
July 31, 2010
July 31, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Tish Oney at Feinstein's at Loews Regency, Bill Zeffiro at La Mediterranee French Bistro, Danny Leary's new variety show at Comix, and more!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Dave Cook Trio, Jim Van Slyke with Neil Sedaka, and More!
July 24, 2010
July 24, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features the Dave Cook Trio at the Brooklyn Lyceum, Jim Van Slyke with Neil Sedaka at Feinstein's, Girls Night The Musical, and more!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Maria Ottavia, Vickie & Nickie, and More!
July 17, 2010
July 17, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Maria Ottavia and Vickie & Nickie at Don't Tell Mama, Tom D'Angelo at Feinstein's, and more!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Cast Party, Jerry Cherry & the Funk Church, and More!
July 11, 2010
July 11, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Cast Party at Birdland, Jerry Cherry and the Funk Church at Rockwood Music Hall, and more!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Ciao Italy, Secret Society, Bill Boggs, and More!
June 26, 2010
June 26, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features the Ciao Italy Festival in Williamsburg, Darcy James Argue's Secret Society at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola, Bill Boggs' Talk Show Confidential at The Triad, and more!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Spotlight at Iguana, Cafe Thursdays, and a Look at the Week Ahead!
June 20, 2010
June 20, 2010
Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Tom D'Angelo's Spotlight at Iguana, Cafe Thursdays at The Friars Club, and a look at what's coming up next week!
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