Stephen is also the cabaret/ music and co-theatre editor of the Times Square Chronicles. He studied at the Manhattan School of Music. Besides being a pianist, Stephen’s business career was in the Fashion Industry. He was CEO of a textile manufacturing facility and President of an international textile machinery company. Stephen was on the Board of Directors of the “First All Children’s Theatre” which brought the Stephen Schwartz musical The Trip and Captain Louie to the Kennedy Center in Wash DC. His wife Eda, an interior space designer and classical pianist is Board Emeritus at Board of Barrington Stage Company and is still active at BSC. Stephen’s articles and photographs, appear on Broadwayworld.com, Times Square Chronicles where is is the music editor. He is a voting member of the Berkshire Theatre Critics Association. Stephen is an also an Advisory Board Member of Dick Robinson's The Society For The Preservation of the Great American Song Book. Email: stephensorokoff@gmail.com.
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February 18, 2026
It was “The Way We Were” and the way we are during another scintillating afternoon at the Dutch Treat Club on Tuesday, February 17th where the talk and song was all Hollywood and the theme was A STAR IS BORN! See photos of the event.
February 12, 2026
Tony Danza has had an unforgettable and at times poignant relationship with Frank Sinatra and shares those wonderful memories during the show. See photos from opening night
February 6, 2026
Read memories from George and Ira Gershwin's 101-year-old cousin as told at a private event last night featuring Michael Feinstein, and see photos from the event snapped by Stephen Sorokoff.
February 6, 2026
In 1936, 12 year old Frankie Ross Wolpin sat next to her cousin George Gershwin on his piano bench in New York City while he played the piano. Last night (February 5th 2026) the 101 year old Frankie was seated next to Michael Feinstein on another piano bench as he played and sang Gershwin’s “Our Love Is Here To Stay”.
February 3, 2026
The Jazz Cruise '26 put out to sea on Jan 27 and brought together 100 of the most highly acclaimed and celebrated musicians on the planet for the sail. The musicianship on Jazz Cruise '26 overflowed with a dazzling abundance of talent
December 22, 2025
Linda Purl, Nicolas King, and Imani Rousselle sing the Gershwin songbook in this 12/21 edition of the bi-monthly series hosted by Deborah Grace Winer. See photos from the night.
December 19, 2025
The talented Broadway favorite is back at 54 Below. CHRISTMAS LIVES HERE, indeed! Catch the show nightly now through December 24 and see photos and a review of the December 18 opening night.
December 17, 2025
On December 16, the Dutch Treat Club hosted a spectacular array of talented performers who sang and danced for an overflow audience of club members and their guests at the end of year special holiday lunch. See photos and a review of the event.
December 10, 2025
Cole Porter vs Sondheim were discussed by lecturer Charles Troy, plus performances by Jeff Harnar and KT Sullivan from the Porter canon. See photos and a review of the luncheon.
December 9, 2025
KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Todd Murray & Jeff Harnar brought a truly unique holiday show to the legendary venue on December 8. See photos and a review of the show.
December 7, 2025
Christmas & You explores the many moods and meanings of the season through 13 brand-new original songs, each with its own personality and style, tied together by the singer’s unmistakable emotional conviction. Check out photos of the 12/6 evening.
December 4, 2025
Nimet Habachy, WQXR's All Night DJ for 42 years, and Kamel Boutros, Metropolitan Opera Baritone, thrilled the Dutch Treaters on 12/2. See photos from the event.
November 30, 2025
Billy and Christine create some of the most masterful musical arrangements of Christmas and Broadway favorites during their show (running through 12/6), and without a doubt Christine has one of the finest voices and vocal agility on the planet.
November 24, 2025
On Sunday, November 23rd, Jamie deRoy marked her 35th year hosting the entertaining variety show she created, aptly titled Jamie deRoy & Friends. See photos and a review of the night.
November 20, 2025
Using her remarkable acting and musical skills, Yanna brought the persona of the iconic actress Sarah Bernhardt to life. See photos and a review of the 11/19 show.
November 19, 2025
See photos from the 11/18 show
November 19, 2025
Andrew Gerle, Joseph Zelnick and Kirsti Carnahan were the special treat for the Dutch Treat Club's lunch/learn/entertain afternoon on November 18. See photos from the event centered around the PERIODIC TABLE OF BROADWAY MUSICALS.
November 17, 2025
William Finn seemed to be talking directly to the overflowing audience in 54 Below with his poignant, mischievous and truthful words in a concert performance of his final work. It has one final performance on 11/17. See photos from 11/16.
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