Review: Not a Classic Dutch Treat Event, But an Extraordinary Classical One
Nimet Habachy, WQXR's All Night DJ for 42 years, and Kamel Boutros, Metropolitan Opera Baritone, thrilled the Dutch Treaters on 12/2.
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Review: Dawn Derow Brings Finesse And Full-throttle Power In SING HAPPY at The Triad Theater
On Monday evening, December 1, Dawn Derow turned The Triad into a Kander & Ebb cathedral—equal parts smoke, sequins, and soul—with her riveting new revue Sing Happy.
Review: Madelaine Warren Glows With WARREN SINGS FIELDS at Don't Tell Mama
Madelaine Warren is checking off all the boxes with her entertaining new tribute show at Don't Tell Mama.
Review: Ava Locknar Takes 54 Below Bow With MODERN BOMBSHELL
Ava Locknar stands tall and proud in her bombshell show at 54 Below.
Review: HIGH FIDELITY at Don't Tell Mama Feels Like a Love Letter
On November 21, Fidelity Theatricals brought things full circle at Don’t Tell Mama with their latest concert staging of High Fidelity, the very show that inspired the company’s name.
Review: Adrienne Haan Jaunts Through History in TEHORAH at The Actor's Temple
In TEHORAH (Hebrew for “pure”), Adrienne Haan commemorates the end of the Holocaust with a show spanning four continents of Jewish music, language and culture.
Review: SETH RUDETSKY AND FRIENDS Sets Carnegie Hall on Fire
Seth Rudetsky as he united with Molloy University to present his Broadway friends on 11/25.
Review: Jamie deRoy Marks 35 Years of JAMIE DEROY & FRIENDS
On Sunday, November 23rd, Jamie deRoy marked her 35th year hosting the entertaining variety show she created, aptly titled Jamie deRoy & Friends.
Review: SWEET SMELL OF SUCCESS at Jazz At Lincoln Center Is Transfer-Worthy
If Encores can transfer many of its productions to Broadway, why not MasterVoices—starting with its current revival of Sweet Smell of Success? If you missed its brief run (November 21–22), keep an eye out for future MasterVoices offerings.
Review: New York Pops Celebrate NY's Own Lin-Manuel Miranda at Carnegie Hall
The air crackled with electric energy inside the famed Carnegie Hall on Friday November 21 with its celebration of hometown musical theater icon, Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Review: THE NEW DECAMERON: SONGWRITERS IN LOCKDOWN at The Triad Theater
If this first, riotously funny episode of The New Decameron: Songwriters in Lockdown is any indication, it will be the web equivalent of must-watch TV.
Review: Billie Brouse's THINKING OUT LOUD Brought Heart and Humor to Don't Tell Mama
When the Canadian-born songstress stepped into the showroom at Don’t Tell Mama on Tuesday, November 18, the packed house erupted with the kind of whoops and cheers usually reserved for rock legends returning from stadium tours.
Review: Yanna Avis Premieres 'DIVINE SARAH' at the Triad Theatre
Using her remarkable acting and musical skills, Yanna brought the persona of the iconic actress Sarah Bernhardt to life.
Review: Melissa Errico Debuts THE STREISAND EFFECT at 54 Below
With her amazing band and a deep dive into the life of a legendary Lady, Melissa Errico is back on the cabaret stage.
Review: Kiki Ball-Change Welcomes Us to Hell at The Laurie Beechman
Kiki Ball-Change took over the Laurie Beechman with a concept so ridiculous it became brilliant.
Review: The Special Chemistry of Broadway at The Dutch Treat Club
Andrew Gerle, Joseph Zelnick and Kirsti Carnahan were the special treat for the Dutch Treat Club's lunch/learn/entertain afternoon on November 18.
Review: Macon Prickett Boisterous and Buoyant in MACON: HIS OWN WAY... THE FINALE! at 54 Below
It's been quite a freshman year for the new cabaret artists, and it's not over yet.
Review: UNLIKE AN OTHER MAN: DAVID SABELLA SINGS PETER ALLEN at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
David Sabella's homage to the late, great Peter Allen was a marvelous blend of storytelling and performance, with Allen's most well-known songs covered, and some delightful surprises.
Review: Mary Porter Honors Her Home State in HATS OFF TO CAROLINA at 54 Below
Singer Mary Porter made an auspicious 54 Below debut on November 10th, with a show honoring North Carolina performers and the songs associated with them.
Review: THE FRIENDS OF ALEC WILDER'S 40th Anniversary Annual Concert at 54 Below
The concert featured pianists Jed Distler, saxophonist David Demsey, 'The Crown Prince of Cabaret' Steve Ross, and cabaret stars Jeff Harnar and Marissa Mulder, lovingly produced by Mark Walter.
Review: LINDA PURL: TUNES & TALES: ADVENTURES IN SURVIVAL at The Green Room 42
Musical theater, television, and cabaret star Linda Purl presented her newest show, Tunes & Tales: Adventures in Survival.
Review: Breathtaking BEAT OF A WANDERING HEART Bows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
It's a long time coming but there is finally a revue made up of the works of Marty Silvestri and Joel Higgins, and it's the revue they deserve.
Review: Terri Dannenberg Makes Impressive Debut With EVERYTHING! at Don't Tell Mama
It's Debutante Season in the cabaret world and Terri Dannenberg is having her coming out party, and looking good while doing it.
Review: Charlie Chaplin Re-Examined at The Dutch Treat Club
Broadway veteran Melodie Woolford performs at the afternoon lunch, and Diane Kiesel read from her book WHEN CHARLIE MET JOAN.
Review: JULIET EWING: SIMPLY 'S WONDERFUL - THE MAGIC OF GERSHWIN at Chelsea Table + Stage
Juliet Ewing's sold-out CD release show at Chelsea Table + Stage delivered an exciting 75 minutes of some of Gershwin's greatest music, with some interesting choices.
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Songs From My Childhood The Green Room 42 (10/22-10/22) |
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I am ME - on Purpose! Laurie Beechman Theatre (10/10-1/10) |
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Patrick Page & Paige Davis - Page & Paige: A Love Story 54 Below (10/22-10/22) |
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Michelle Collins: In Big Letters Tour Joe's Pub (11/10-11/10) |
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Vidura Bandara Rajapaksa: The Paradise Gothic Tour Joe's Pub (10/22-10/22) |
