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Stephen Sorokoff

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 was on the Board of Barrington Stage Company and is still active at BSC. Stephen’s photographs, videos and articles appear on Broadwayworld.com, T2Conline.com and The New York Observer. He is active in the entertainment events at the Friars Club, where he is a member, and a voting member Berkshire Theatre Critics Association. Stephen is an Honorary Advisory Board Member of The Society For The Preservation of the Great American Song Book. Email: stephensorokoff@gmail.com.






Photo Coverage: Amanda McBroom & George Ball Play Barrington Stage Company
Photo Coverage: Amanda McBroom & George Ball Play Barrington Stage Company
September 21, 2012

Barrington Stage Company, under the leadership of Julianne Boyd, Artistic Director, and Tristan Wilson, Managing Director, presents the return of Grammy Award-winner Amanda McBroom with Brel in the Berkshires! for three performances September 20-23 at Spice Dragon (297 North Street, Downtown Pittsfield). Check out photos from the concert below!

Photo Coverage: BLOOD BROTHERS Opens at West Springfield's Majestic Theater
Photo Coverage: BLOOD BROTHERS Opens at West Springfield's Majestic Theater
September 20, 2012

'Blood Brothers,' one of the longest-running musical productions in the history of theater, is onstage at West Springfield's Majestic Theater now through October 28, according to Producing Director Danny Eaton, who also directs the play. The play launches the 16th season of theater since the Majestic's revival in 1997. Check out photos from opening night below, featuring Billy Stritch, Doug Major and more!

Photo Coverage: Linda Lavin & Billy Stritch Play 54 Below!
Photo Coverage: Linda Lavin & Billy Stritch Play 54 Below!
September 18, 2012

Tony Award winner Linda Lavin makes nightclub appearances at 54 BELOW (254 W. 54 St. in Manhattan) yesterday, September 17 and September 23 at 3 p.m. with musical director Billy Stritch and a 5-piece combo. Check out photos from the concert below!

Photo Coverage: Michael Feinstein and Marilyn Maye Duet at Feinstein's!
Photo Coverage: Michael Feinstein and Marilyn Maye Duet at Feinstein's!
September 14, 2012

Feinstein's at Loews Regency presents the New York debut duet engagement of two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer Michael Feinstein, and acclaimed Grammy-nominated vocalist Marilyn Maye, through September 22. The two powerhouse entertainers share the nightclub stage for the first time in an evening of dynamic entertainment including pop standards, boogie woogie classics and audience favorites. For this special engagement, tickets will be $60 with no minimum. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the duo in action below!

Photo Coverage: Jason Robert Brown & Shoshana Bean Perform at 54 Below
Photo Coverage: Jason Robert Brown & Shoshana Bean Perform at 54 Below
September 13, 2012

Through 15, Jason Robert Brown is bringing his show to NYC's newest theatrical hot spot, 54 Below, Broadway's Nightclub, for seven performances. To celebrate his first time at the new club, he's bringing Shoshana Bean, and featuring music from Honeymoon In Vegas and The Bridges of Madison County as well as his forthcoming solo album (in addition to the usual favorites). Broawayworld brings you photos from the concert below!

Photo Coverage: Liza Minnelli, Marilyn Maye and More at Jim Caruso's Cast Party at Birdland, 9/10
Photo Coverage: Liza Minnelli, Marilyn Maye and More at Jim Caruso's Cast Party at Birdland, 9/10
September 12, 2012

Jim Caruso's Cast Party has been jokingly called "the Ellis Island of Cabaret," because at one time or another, all great talent seems to come through the historic Birdland doors. Monday night, September 10th, was certainly no exception, and even a little more star-filled than usual. Long-time Cast Party stalwart, Liza Minnelli showed up with concert superstar Michael Feinstein to celebrate her return to "Arrested Development," and his new gig as lead conductor of the Pasadena Pops. At the next table, Feinstein's current singing partner, Marilyn Maye caught up with friends before taking the stage so sing and swing. Check out photos from the evening below!

Photo Coverage: Inside Judy Collins' Season Opener at Cafe' Carlyle
Photo Coverage: Inside Judy Collins' Season Opener at Cafe' Carlyle
September 12, 2012

The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel welcomes back legendary singer/songwriter Judy Collins for her sixth engagement at the iconic venue, Café Carlyle. Ms. Collins' three week engagement runs through September 29 where she is joined by her musical director Russell Walden. Stephen Holden of the New York Times hails Ms. Collins performance as evoking “the kind of ethereal, far-sighted reflection that is her special artistic territory'. Ms. Collins unique blend of interpretative folksongs and contemporary themes have captivated audiences for over fifty years and landed her a spot in the Grammy Hall of Fame. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of Collins in action below!

Photo Coverage: Brent Barrett Brings 'Night Songs' to Helsinki Hudson
Photo Coverage: Brent Barrett Brings 'Night Songs' to Helsinki Hudson
September 10, 2012

CLUB HELSINKI in association with SHOWSTOPPERS NY is proud to present some of Broadway's top performers on Sunday nights at seven in a new series called HELSINKI ON BROADWAY. Broadway's Brent Barrett was featured in last night's show and you can check out photos of him in action below!

Photo Coverage: Marin Mazzie Plays 54 Below!
Photo Coverage: Marin Mazzie Plays 54 Below!
September 6, 2012

You think you know three-time Tony Award Nominee Marin Mazzie from her corseted characters in RAGTIME and PASSION or maybe from the scene-chewing screwballs of KISS ME KATE and SPAMALOT or possibly you thought you gained a glimpse of her as the valium-induced bipolar star of NEXT TO NORMAL (heaven help us if that is really her in the guise of Margaret in CARRIE!). Come see and hear the real Marin Mazzie as she steps back into her formative years with an evening of fun and fantasy as we get inside the head of a Midwest girl and the music she loved. Mazzie will play 54 Below through September 8. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the special event below!

Photo Coverage: Marilyn Maye & Michael Feinstein Play Feinstein's!
Photo Coverage: Marilyn Maye & Michael Feinstein Play Feinstein's!
September 5, 2012

Feinstein's at Loews Regency presents the New York debut duet engagement of two-time Emmy and five-time Grammy-nominated entertainer Michael Feinstein, and acclaimed Grammy-nominated vocalist Marilyn Maye, through September 22. The two powerhouse entertainers share the nightclub stage for the first time in an evening of dynamic entertainment including pop standards, boogie woogie classics and audience favorites. For this special engagement, tickets will be $60 with no minimum. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the duo in action below!

Photo Coverage: William Finn and More in 'Songs by Ridiculously Talented Composers...' at Barrington Stage Co.
Photo Coverage: William Finn and More in 'Songs by Ridiculously Talented Composers...' at Barrington Stage Co.
September 2, 2012

A Labor Day weekend celebration of extraordinary new songs, Tony Award-winning composer and lyricist William Finn (Falsettos, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee) narrated this fresh, fun introduction to new voices in musical theatre and shared with the audience what makes a good lyric, why some work and others don't in 'Songs by Ridiculously Talented Composers and Lyricists You Probably Don't Know But Should…' at Barrington Stage Co.

Photo Coverage: Bryce Ryness, Kevin Spirtas, and More Bring LOVE SONGS to Feinstein's!
Photo Coverage: Bryce Ryness, Kevin Spirtas, and More Bring LOVE SONGS to Feinstein's!
August 28, 2012

Emilanda Musique presents: LOVE SONGS - Scenes from a Musical by Steven Cagan Starring Ashley Kate Adams, Kevin Spirtas, Debbie Gravitte, Ken Clark, Fleur Phillips and Bryce Ryness. The concert event continues August 29 and 30 at 8pm at Feinstein's, with music direction by Gerald Sternbach and direction by Lynne Taylor-Corbett.

Photo Coverage: Faith Prince & Jason Graae Bring THE PRINCE AND THE SHOWBOY to Club Helsinki
Photo Coverage: Faith Prince & Jason Graae Bring THE PRINCE AND THE SHOWBOY to Club Helsinki
August 27, 2012

Beginning last night, August 26, CLUB HELSINKI in association with SHOWSTOPPERS NY is presents some of Broadway's top performers on Sunday nights at seven in a new series called HELSINKI ON BROADWAY.

Photo Coverage: Carmel Dean, Alysha Umphress and More at THE SWEET SONGS OF CARMEL DEAN at Mr. Finn's Cabaret
Photo Coverage: Carmel Dean, Alysha Umphress and More at THE SWEET SONGS OF CARMEL DEAN at Mr. Finn's Cabaret
August 26, 2012

Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in downtown Pittsfield, Mass., presented Carmel's Candy Store: The Sweet Songs of Carmel Dean at Mr. Finn's Cabaret. Carmel's Candy Store featured BSC artists and Broadway regulars Carmel Dean (BSC's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Broadway: American Idiot), Lisa Howard (BSC and Broadway: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), Alysha Umphress (BSC's Funked Up Fairy Tales; Broadway: American Idiot) and Michael Winther (BSC's The Mysteries of Harris Burdick; Broadway:33 Variations/Mamma Mia!). BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the concert below!

Photo Coverage: First Look at Barrington Stage Company's THE BLACK SUITS
Photo Coverage: First Look at Barrington Stage Company's THE BLACK SUITS
August 26, 2012

Barrington Stage Company presents a workshop production of the new musical The Black Suits with music and lyrics by Joe Iconis and book by Joe Iconis and Robert Emmett Maddock. The Black Suits is part of Barrington Stage's Musical Theatre Lab. Directed by John Simpkins, with musical direction by James Sampliner, The Black Suits runs now through September 2 at BSC's St. Germain Stage. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the show below!

Photo Coverage: The Cat Pack Visits Iridium Jazz Club
Photo Coverage: The Cat Pack Visits Iridium Jazz Club
August 23, 2012

The Iriduim Jazz Club in association with PCat Productions and ScoBar Entertainment present The Cat Pack. Sonny Von Murray, Jimmy Cargill and Tony Apicella celebrate the era of martinis, tuxedos and the American standard.

Photo Coverage: David Brenner Plays Metropolitan Room
Photo Coverage: David Brenner Plays Metropolitan Room
August 23, 2012

Returning to New York for his first major engagement in nearly 20 years, the comedian, political pundit and author David Brenner plays an exclusive three-night engagement at the Metropolitan Room, 34 West 22nd Street -- continuing Thursday, and Saturday, August 23, and 25, all at 7pm.

Photo Coverage: Raissa Katona Bennett Brings ANOTHER KIND OF LIGHT to Feinstein's
Photo Coverage: Raissa Katona Bennett Brings ANOTHER KIND OF LIGHT to Feinstein's
August 22, 2012

Feinstein's at Loews Regency continues its Summer 2012 season with the return of MAC and Bistro award winner Raissa Katona Bennett in a special week-long engagement through August 25. The show will celebrate the release of her new CD, Another Kind Of Light from LML Music, produced by Rob Abel. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from her first concert below!

Photo Coverage: Hilary Kole Plays 54 Below!
Photo Coverage: Hilary Kole Plays 54 Below!
August 16, 2012

Featured this week at 54 BELOW, the new performance venue located just below the legendary Studio 54 at 254 West 54th Street, is New York-based singing sensation Hilary Kole. Kole has been hailed as a "musical marvel" by Rex Reed, and having "a glowing voice with something to say" from The New York Times. You may know her from her starring role in the critically acclaimed, off-Broadway hit, Our Sinatra, or as the youngest singer to ever grace the stage of the Rainbow Room. Her shows continue August 16, 17, 18 at 8:30PM and August 17, 18 at 11PM. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from her concert below!

Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of Primary Stages' HARRISON, TX
Photo Coverage: Inside Opening Night of Primary Stages' HARRISON, TX
August 15, 2012

Primary Stages launched its 28th season with Harrison,TX: Three Plays by Horton Foote. Opening night was last night, August 14. Tony Award nominees HAllie Foote (Dividing the Estate, The Orphans' Home Cycle) and Jayne Houdyshell (Follies, Well) will head up an ensemble featuring Devon Abner (Dividing the Estate, The Orphans' Home Cycle), Mary Bacon (Motherhood Out Loud, Happy Now?) Jeremy Bobb (Is He Dead?, Shipwrecked!...), Alexander Cendese (Psycho Therapy, A View From the Bridge), Andrea Lynn Green (Giant, Anne and Emmett), Evan Jonigkeit (High, History Boys at Arden Theatre Company), and Jenny Dare Paulin (Dividing the Estate, The Orphans' Home Cycle). Helmed by Tony Award nominated director Pam MacKinnon (Clybourne Park, A Lifetime Burning at Primary Stages), Harrison,TX: Three Plays by Horton Foote runs through September 15 at Primary Stages at 59E59 Theaters. BroadwayWorld was there for opening night and will bring you full coverage from the festivities below!



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