54 SINGS LLOYD WEBBER, Lainie Kazan, and More Feature at 54 Below Next Week

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54 SINGS LLOYD WEBBER, Lainie Kazan, and More Feature at 54 Below Next Week

Next week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/Feinsteins or call (646) 476-3551.

54 SINGS Andrew Lloyd Webber, FEAT. Quentin Earl Darrington, Ali Ewoldt, Zach Adkins, AND MORE! MARCH 25 AT 7:00PM & 9:30PM

Jesus Christ Superstar. The Phantom of the Opera. CATS. Evita. School of Rock.

Chances are, if you are a novice or an expert of theatre, you have seen one of the many musicals crafted by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award winner, Andrew Lloyd Webber.

Since the 1960s, Andrew Lloyd Webber has added songs and stories to the musical theater lexicon that have changed the landscape of Broadway, the West End, and performance art indefinitely. With masterfully penned melodies and poignant adaptations, Webber's shows have become legends unto themselves.

In 54 Sings Andrew Lloyd Webber, performers from Broadway shows, touring companies, and beyond will unite to showcase some of the most beloved of this composer's hits (The Phantom of the Opera, Jesus Christ Superstar) alongside some of his lesser-known works (Starlight Express, The Likes of Us).

Produced and Directed by Amy Sapp (54 Sings Heathers, 54 Sings 1776)

Musical Direction by Virginia Pike (James Joyce's The Dead, Cutting Edge Composers)

Featuring: Zach Adkins (Anastasia), Grace Bernardo (Bedlam's Pygmalion, Uncle Romeo Vanya Juliet), Michael Campayno (The Cher Show, Wicked), Olivia Chun (School of Rock), Tyler Conroy (Broadway Baes at Feinstein's/54 Below), Quentin Earl Darrington (Once on This Island, CATS), Ali Ewoldt (The Phantom of the Opera), Dorcas Leung (Hamilton National Tour, Miss Saigon), Rachel Lind (Friends: The Musical Parody, Stranger Sings!), Grace Morgan (The Phantom of the Opera National Tour), Heath Saunders (Alice by Heart, NBC's "Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert") - 7pm Only, Trent Saunders (Aladdin), Chiara Trentalange (The Royal Family of Broadway, In the Heights), Ryan Vona (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, Cirque du Soleil Paramour)

$30-$45 cover charge. $65-$75 VIP seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

THE ELON MUSIC THEATRE CLASS OF 2019 PRESENTS: STARTING NOW, MARCH 26 AT 9:30PM

Meet the city's freshest faces as Elon University's Music Theatre Class of 2019 performs their original cabaret, Starting Now! After four years training in one of the nation's premiere music theatre programs, these sixteen artists are ready to break out their favorite Broadway hits as they start a new chapter of their lives. Celebrating their fifth year at Feinstein's/54 Below, Elon's graduating class is excited to make their NYC debut, performing alongside surprise alumni guests currently shining on Broadway stages! Come meet tomorrow's rising stars today!

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at anytime.

$35-$45 cover charge. $70 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

Lainie Kazan, MARCH 27-29 AT 7:00PM

Join Oscar-nominee Lainie Kazan for a night of songs as she reflects on her life, her loves, her Broadway shows, TV series, and movies. Known for her memorable and audacious roles in My Favorite Year and My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Lainie will dish on her career including the years she spent running Playboy Club night clubs across the country. A Feinstein's/54 Below solo debut not to be missed!

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at anytime.

$65-$85 cover charge. $95-$105 VIP seating. $125-$140 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

THE REHEARSAL WEBSERIES: IN CONCERT! MARCH 27 AT 9:30PM

Creators Jaclyn Bethany and Dalal Bruchmann and the cast of their Broadway-centric digital series The Rehearsal are proud to bring their celebration of New York jazz to Feinstein's/54 Below in honor of the show's upcoming release. The night will be full of songs inspired by The Rehearsal, featuring Cole Porter tunes, jazz classics, and original music by Dalal & friends.

Audiences will even be treated to an exciting preview of the film and talkback with the cast including Caitlin Carver (I, Tonya), Rileigh McDonald (Matilda), Tina Benko (The Crucible, The Public's Julius Caesar), Adam David Thompson ("Godless," "Mozart in The Jungle"), James Udom (Mies Julie), Alex Hurt, and Shay Lee Abeson. Join us of a night of music and fun inspired by your new favorite web series, The Rehearsal.

Featuring: Shay Lee Abeson, Tina Benko, Jaclyn Bethany, Dalal Bruchmann, Caitlin Carver, Christy Escobar, Alex Hurt, Katelyn Kapocsi, Joy Kate Lawson, Rileigh McDonald, Caroline Newton, Adam David Thompson, James Udom

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at anytime.

$25-$35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

LA LUNA QUARTET: STACY DOVE, SISHEL CLAVERIE, Blake Friedman, AND ERIC MCKEEVER, MARCH 28 AT 9:30PM

La Luna Quartet, a dynamic group of classical vocalists, makes their debut at Feinstein's/54 Below! Soprano Stacy Dove, mezzo-soprano Sishel Claverie, tenor Blake Friedman, and baritone Eric McKeever will present a program filled with hit operatic and musical theater tunes sometimes performed as they are meant to be and sometimes "Fach'ed Up", where an artist will perform a piece outside of their voice type or gender. La Luna will also turn opera on its ear by taking famous arias, duets and ensembles and improvising a new story with the help of the audience. Improv + Opera = Hilarious interactive experience.

Featuring music of Verdi, Rossini, Bizet and more and Musical Direction by acclaimed operatic coach Michael Fennelly and improv guru Eric Gersen, La Luna Quartet in Concert offers something for everyone: opera lovers, improvisation enthusiasts and even those wondering how in the heck will they make that work? Join us for an evening of operatic beauty and off-beat interpretation.

The artists of La Luna Quartet have appeared with New York City Opera, The Metropolitan Opera Guild, Onsite Opera, Heartbeat Opera, Little Opera Theatre of New York, Bronx Opera, and the New York Virtuoso Singers.

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at anytime.

$25-$35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

BROADWAY CELEBRATES WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH WITH Stephanie Torns, Tiffany Mann, AND MORE, MARCH 28 AT 11:30PM

Join us in celebrating of Women's History Month with FOR THE GIRLS; an hour featuring some of Broadway's powerhouse women performing the contemporary hits written and performed by the female artist's we all know and love. A show truly by the girls, with an all female creative team, band, and stellar cast including Waitress' Stephanie Torns, FROZEN's Aisha Jackson, Wicked's Mary Kate Morrissey, and Ain't Too Proud's Naisa Thomas, FOR THE GIRLS is an inspiring and empowering evening to be enjoyed by any and all.

Featuring: Stephanie Torns (Waitress), Mary Kate Morrissey (Wicked), Reneé Rapp (Jimmy Award Winner), Naisa Thomas (Ain't Too Proud), Tiffany Mann (Be More Chill), Heather Makalani (Aladdin), Ashley de la Rosa (Mean Girls), Tee Boyich (Mean Girls), Jessica Rush (Summer), Kyra Kennedy (Waitress), Gabby Beredo (Global Girls Alliance, Matilda), Chloe A. Bryan (School of Rock, Global Girls Alliance).

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

$25 cover charge. $45 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

Marya Grandy, MARCH 29 AT 9:30PM

Following her sold-out debut in 2017, Jeff Award nominated actor Marya Grandy (The Great American Trailer Park Musical, Les Misérables, Closer Than Ever) returns to Feinstein's/54 Below with Marya Grandy: Live From Feinstein's/54 Below. Grandy performs an evening of musical theater songs, with an emphasis on new and undiscovered gems, and even a premiere or two.

SPOILER ALERT: There will be belting. There may be crying. There will be no drink maximum.

With music direction by Jeff Award winner Tom Vendafreddo, Marya Grandy: Live From Feinstein's/54 Below marks Grandy's solo concert return to New York.

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at anytime.

$30-$40 cover charge. $70 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED, MARCH 31 AT 7:00PM

BACK FOR SEASON NINE! A celebrated New York event since 2010, the BroadwayWorld and Bistro Award-winning series Sondheim Unplugged features some of Broadway and cabaret's most dynamic voices, accompanied by piano only, delving into the musical world of Broadway's master composer. Expect tunes from A Little Night Music, Company, Into the Woods, Follies, Passion, Dick Tracy and more. Past special guests have included original Sondheim cast members such as Len Cariou, Jim Walton, Donna McKechnie, Chip Zien & more - so you never know who might drop in. Sondheim Unplugged is hosted by series creator Phil Geoffrey Bond, who will fill the audience in on Sondheimien facts, history & assorted tidbits of theatrical lore! Come join the party!

Featuring: Eric Michael Gillett (Broadway's The Frogs), Manu Narayan (Charley, Fiasco/Roundabout Theatre's Merrily We Roll Along), Teri Ralston (Company's original Amy, A Little Night Music's original Mrs. Nordstrom), Sarah Rice (Sweeney Todd's original Johanna), Jim Brochu, Ereni Sevasti, Sam Simahk, Lucia Spina, Erica Spyres

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

$35-$55 cover charge. $75-$85 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

Phoenix Best, MARCH 31 AT 9:30PM

Phoenix Best, best known for her role as Alana Beck in Dear Evan Hansen on Broadway, and for The Color Purple, makes her Feinstein's/54 Below debut in Phoenix Rising. Following her journey from the beginning, Phoenix will share stories about the shows, people, and musical influences that carried her to a starring role on Broadway. Featuring songs from The Color Purple, Dear Evan Hansen, and Wicked, plus artists like Alicia Keys and Beyoncé, and even some debut original music, Phoenix Rising will show how anyone can rise from the ashes. Phoenix will be joined by some of her current and former castmates, in a night that will have you soaring!

Currently playing Alana Beck on Broadway in Dear Evan Hansen, Phoenix's other credits include Broadway: Tony, Emmy & Grammy winning Revival of The Color Purple. National Tour: Les Misérables (Eponine). Regional: Dreamgirls (Deena Jones), Les Misérables, Cinderella (Cinderella), and more!

Featuring special guests: Antoine L. Smith, Adrianna Hicks, DeMarius Copes, Diamond Essence White

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

$30-$40 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food & beverage minimum.

MORE ABOUT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW

Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, is a performance venue in the grand tradition of New York City nightlife. A few blocks from the heart of Times Square and just below the legendary Studio 54, Feinstein's/54 Below is a classically designed state-of-the art nightclub in the theatre district that hosts audiences with warmth and style. Feinstein's/54 Below presents iconic and rising stars from the worlds of Broadway and popular music and has set a new standard for culinary excellence worthy of the world-class entertainment on the stage.

In their description of the venue, The New York Times writes, "Feinstein's/54 Below has the intimacy of a large living room with unimpeded views and impeccable sound; there is not a bad seat in the house. Its sultry after-hours ambience is enhanced by brocade-patterned wall panels planted with orange-shaded lanterns. And the atmosphere is warmer and sexier than in Manhattan's other major supper clubs."

Located at 254 West 54th Street, Feinstein's/54 Below features up to three shows nightly with cover charges ranging from $15-$105. 54Below.com/Feinsteins



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