Review: Therese Lee Mines Gold With PENNIES FROM HEAVEN at Don't Tell Mama
After garnering praise and awards for her debut cabaret, Therese Lee proves she isn't a one hit wonder with PENNIES FROM HEAVEN.
Cabaret Theater Reviews
The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Cabaret.
Review: Marilyn Maye Hardly Needs Another Review
At 98, Marilyn Maye is still singing, swinging, looking terrific, and thrilling an audience just as she has for generations.
Review: Singer-Songwriter Sydnie Christmas Wins Again at Sony Hall
I’ve rarely witnessed an audience respond to a performer with the kind of enthusiasm that Sydnie received at her sold-out August 16 concert at NYC's Sony Hall.
Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Celebrates Tony Bennett at Dizzy's Club
Deborah Grace Winer’s Songbook Sundays celebrates the Tony Bennett Centennial with Billy Stritch, Debby Boone, Gabrielle Stravelli, and David Marino in a sparkling evening of timeless songs, great stories, and first-rate musicianship.
Review: SONGS FOR SURVIVAL JOBS Celebrates the Hustle Behind the Dream at The Green Room 42
At The Green Room 42, SONGS FOR SURVIVAL JOBS transformed the realities of working artists into an evening of humor, honesty, and impressive vocals, highlighting the perseverance behind every creative dream.
Review: Fashion Icon Isaac Mizrahi Plays 54 Below... Hooray!
Isaac Mizrahi is chaotic, lovable, bawdy, witty, hysterical, and most importantly, completely authentic in his performances.
Review: DAVID MARINO SINGS MICHEL LEGRAND at Birdland Unparalleled Entertainment
David Marino is setting a new standard in musical nightclub entertainment.
Review: Benny Benack III Honors Tony Bennett in THE GOOD LIFE at The Pocket
Singer-trumpeter Benny Benack III brought hipster cool and serious jazz chops to The Pocket, leading a stellar trio of Emmet Cohen, bassist Joseph Ranieri, and drummer Joe Saylor through a swinging Tony Bennett centennial set.
Review: Singers Compete at MAMA'S NEXT BIG ACT at Don't Tell Mama
What do a kazoo, a 10-year-old, and a wooden spoon have in common? They could all be seen at Don't Tell Mama during Mama's Next Big Act last Monday.
Review: John Pizzarelli Swing 7 Celebrate P.S. MR. BENNETT Album at Birdland
From August 4 to 8, the world-renowned guitarist, vocalist, and Grammy Award-winning producer celebrated Tony Bennett with a concert at Birdland Jazz Club
Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Celebrates Tony Bennett at Dizzy's Club
One of Tony Bennett’s signature songs famously reminds us that “The Best Is Yet to Come.
Review: Christine Andreas Soars in S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below
Christine Andreas’s S'WONDERFUL at 54 Below on July 30 and 31 was pure love.
Review: Zane Carney Is Exquisite Live in Concert at The Green Room 42
Virtuoso guitarist and singer/songwriter Zane Carney brought dazzling musicianship and emotional honesty to The Green Room 42, blending inventive originals and breathtaking reinventions of classic songs into a mesmerizing one-man performance.
Review: Joe Gransden Celebrates Tony Bennett's 100th Birthday at Dizzy's Club
This reviewer was overwhelmed by the vocals and music of Joe Gransden and his Big Band as they honored Tony Bennett's centennial at Dizzy's Club on August 3.
Review: Sue Matsuki Puts Eddie Bruce Center Stage InTONY BENNETT CENTENNIAL at The Cutting Room
When Philly and NYC meet to celebrate the late, great Tony Bennett.
Review: Rosie Webber's THE SHOW THAT GOT AWAY at The Green Room 42
Rosie Webber's THE SHOW THAT GOT AWAY on July 30 and 31 featured the songs of Judy Garland and beyond in a sold-out show that marked Webber's New York City debut.
Review: There's No Bad News When Kathleen Edwards and Patty Griffin Share a Stage At 92NY
There is no voice like Patty Griffin.
Review: HARLEM AFTER DARK Evokes an Older Age at Birdland Jazz Club
Allan Harris brought the spirit of an intimate Harlem house party to Birdland with Harlem After Dark, joined by Maya Azucena, AC Lincoln, and a stellar jazz trio for an evening of blues, swing, tap dance, and irresistible musical chemistry.
Review: A Starry Summer Birthday in Manhattan at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
Singer and actor Nicolas King celebrated his 35th birthday with starry friends on Friday July 24 with a standing-room-only show at the Beechman Theatre.
Review: Nicolas King Next Level With THE BIRTHDAY CONCERT at The Laurie Beechman
For his birthday concert at The Laurie Beechman, Nicolas King tore it down and built it back up again.
Review: KT Sullivan K.O.'s I'M GLAD I'M NOT YOUNG ANYMORE at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
The Lady knows cabaret and the proof is in the performance.
Review: Jak Malone brings MISS YOU, MISS YOU, REALLY WANT TO KISS YOU to The Laurie Beechman Theatre
Jak Malone’s MISS YOU, MISS YOU, REALLY WANT TO KISS YOU is a love letter to New York, wrapped in smooth vocals, sparkle, and an undercurrent of longing.
Review: Lisa Yaeger's JERSEY GIRL Brings the Hits to NYC at Green Room 42
Bravo! This Reviewer was enchanted with the vocals of Lisa Yaeger.
Review: MISS MAYBELL & HER RAGTIME ROMEOS Celebrate New Album at Birdland Jazz
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos celebrated the release of Under the Midnight Moon with an infectious set of newly unearthed ragtime, blues, and early jazz.
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My Body, My Cabaret The Green Room 42 (8/29-8/29) |
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The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour BIRDLAND (9/14-9/14) |
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Will Kelley: For the Record Laurie Beechman Theatre (8/29-8/29) |
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Ann Hampton Callaway: Here's To Life 54 Below (11/11-11/11) |
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Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch 54 Below (10/29-10/29) |
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Ali Ewoldt: When You Wish Upon a Star 54 Below (10/06-10/06) |
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Scott Siegel's Broadway Musical Brunch! 54 Below (11/07-11/07) |
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Mulaney Takes Manhattan Joe's Pub (1/09-1/09) |
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Youngmi Mayer: Hairy Butthole Joe's Pub (9/01-9/01) |
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Ginger Minj: The Broad’s Way 54 Below (11/10-11/10) |