Cabaret Interviews

The comedian's Facebook page was disabled on 1/6, apparently for reporting anti-trans hate comments on one of her viral videos. Read a conversation with Ryan about social media censorship, and how it affects her ability to draw audiences to shows....

The show, on January 11 at 2 and 8 pm, unites a full orchestra and choir with high-definition game projections and an original scenario from the video game series NieR. Read a conversation with the show’s conductor and music director, Eric Roth....

The January 15-17 show pays tribute to the influence of African music on the work of renowned jazz artist Duke Ellington. We spoke with co-music director Alexa Tarantino about the upcoming concert....

The 1/25 show is about dementia, family, and the transformative power of making something by hand. Read a conversation with Caruso about the show and the healing power of live theater....

The show, on January 11 at 2 and 8 pm, unites a full orchestra and choir with high-definition game projections and an original scenario from the video game series NieR. Read a conversation with the show’s conductor and music director, Eric Roth....

The Billboard chart-topping progressive Bluegrass band will stop in NYC ahead of their February 2026 20/20 album release. Read a conversation with the band about the show....

The 1/12 concert kicks of the Orchestra of St. Luke's 2026 season, which celebrates American music in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration....

The December 28 and 29 concert will celebrate the wit and brilliance of legendary Satirist Tom Lehrer. Read a conversation with Bobby about the show and Tom Lehrer’s comedy legacy....

The January 3rd show features Broadway stars reviving songs from productions they starred in and sharing behind-the-scenes stories. This edition includes stars from Cabaret, Chicago, Into the Woods, Assassins and more....

On December 26 at 9:30 pm, Robert Bannon is back and set to captivate audiences with his brand-new holiday show, ‘Twas The Night AFTER Christmas. His Christmas shows have been called “a delight from start to finish” by BroadwayWorld....

Actor and beloved drag icon Charles Busch reflects on his long career in cabaret as he prepares for his upcoming New Year’s Eve cabaret on 12/31, 7 pm at 54 Below....

Catch the brand-new show SIDNEY MYER RIDES AGAIN! on December 21, 23, 27, and 29, with a special NYE performance, all at 7 pm. Read a conversation with Myer about the show....

Drag performer Svetlana Stoli is the host of UNHINGED Talent Show, a weekly showcase every Tuesday night (9 pm) at Balcon Salon in Hell’s Kitchen where anyone is invited to show off their talent. Read a conversation with Stoli about the show....

On Thursday, December 11, at 7 pm, Don’t Tell Mama will present Christy Trapp in THE TENDER TRAPP, with a woman’s perspective on Sinatra’s standards and double standards....

On Monday, December 22 at 7 pm, join in the fun with singer Rosemary Loar’s new holiday show, Jingles and Jazz. Read a conversation with her about the concert....

The 12/5 and 12/6 shows mark the release of Nunziata's new Christmas album and the start of his national US tour. The album features a mix of genre-spanning original music and holiday classics....

Marieann Meringolo is bringing her critically acclaimed Annual Holiday Show IN THE SPIRIT to Chelsea Table + Stage on Saturday, December 6th. Read a conversation with her about this enchanting sleigh ride through a musical Winter Wonderland....

Oft-praised musical cabaret storyteller Dorian Woodruff released his first album earlier this year with a concert... and five months later he is still celebrating, with an encore of FOREVER ME WITH LOVE on November 21st....

The 11/21 pay-what-you-can show features a night blending genre, storytelling, and flirty debauchery from the co-composer of 36 QUESTIONS. This is the second night in a new series highlighting emerging musical theater songwriters....

Celebrate the release of new album Deathless: Original Studio Cast Recording with a special release concert on Thursday, November 13. We spoke with creator Zack Zadek about the show....

The 11/18 show is the first installation in a new series that highlights emerging voices with accessible pay-what-you-can concerts. Read a conversation with Grinels about the upcoming concert....

The songwriters present a revue of their 40-plus-year partnership to the Beechman 11/11 to 11/16, with Christine Andreas, George Dvorsky, James Harkness & Casey Borghesi. We spoke with Silvestri and Higgins about the new show, their career, and more....

Sheba Mason stars in a musical about her father, comedian Jackie Mason, written by Jackie's ex, Ginger Reiter. Read a conversation with Mason about the show....

For 250 consecutive weeks, Crytzer will release one track of SONGBOOK SESSIONS at a time. Read a conversation about the album, dedicated to music of the first half of the 20th century played authentically to the times....

On 11/7 and 11/8, A BANQUET FOR THE SPIRITS features guests from Baptista's distinguished career, including Trey Anastasio of Phish and vocalist Cassandra Wilson. Read a conversation with Baptista about his career and these special birthday shows....

On 11/10, Linda Purl (THE OFFICE) brings the all-new Tunes & Tales: Adventures in Survival, to Midtown Manhattan’s Green Room 42. Read a conversation with Purl about the new show....

The singer and actor, making her solo cabaret debut on 11/3, is no longer 'diminishing herself for anyone else.' We spoke with Mikat about the show, and the importance of taking up space....

Read a conversation with drag artist Kiki Ball-Change about We’re In Hell — a devilishly hilarious, one-night-only cabaret descending through the nine circles of Dante’s Inferno on 10/27....

GOTHAM ROGUES: THE UNAUTHORIZED BATMAN PARODY MUSICAL will play for one night only on Monday October 27. Read a conversation with writers and co-stars Paul Iacono and Marc Kudisch....

As he wraps his freshman year as a cabaret performer, Macon Prickett reflects on the path that brought him to the nightclub stage, the terror of that first time, and the rewards that being a cabaret professional yields....

The special 10/24 concert celebrates the same-day release of Officer's new album, a tribute to influential song stylist Mabel Mercer reinterpreting her repertoire through a contemporary lens....

There's a new boy band in town and it's their first time - and it's at Birdland. Not bad, boys....

The 10/22 show DREAMS DON'T COME TRUE IN PENNSYLVANIA is a revamped and revised encore of their sold-out March 2025 debut show. Read a conversation with the couple about this encore performance....

The singer and composer, who performs regularly in NYC, recently released a deeply personal new album from Cellar Music Group. We spoke with Jamile about Pursuit of a Pulse....

On 10/16 and 10/18, comedian and actor Brian Leonard performs 'an unflinching, darkly funny solo show about raising a brilliant, but troubled daughter' at NYC's United Solo Festival...

La Tanya Hall, a vocalist, educator, and Steely Dan touring member known for her story-driven approach and stylistic versatility, releases her most personal and intentional project to date on 10/10. Read a conversation with Hall about the new album....

The album HEY, LOOK! IT’S MICHAEL & MARDIE! is turning 10! To celebrate, the multi-award-winning duo are bringing their signature cocktail of musical virtuosity and goofy charm back to Theatre Row on 10/12....

This summer, singer Mark William released the digital version of his new album, If I Can Dream through Yellow Sound Label. The physical album is now out on CD. We spoke with Mark about the album and how it came to be....

ASA's Executive Director Carolyn Montgomery talks the organization's 10/6 gala, with a star-studded show honoring the songwriters behind hit shows like RAGTIME and ONCE ON THIS ISLAND....

On Friday October 31, 2025, catch the Dingbats at Pangea for a night of electrifying drag featuring the dynamic Ruby Powers and Julia Van Cartier. The accomplished drag duo will bring captivating stories and killer vocals to Pangea Halloween night....

The remastered and revised album celebrating the Golden Age of Broadway comes out on 10/3, with a 10/6 album release concert at Birdland Jazz Club. We spoke to Harnar about the new album and show....

On Friday October 10 and Saturday October 11, comedy legend Rita Rudner returns to Midtown Manhattan hotspot 54 Below. Read a conversation with her about her upcoming show at 54 Below....