Review: SONGBOOK SUNDAYS Delights Once More at Dizzy's
The 'Songbook Sundays' makes the second day of a weekend a first-rate experience.
Cabaret Theater Reviews
The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Cabaret.
Review: MAKE SOMEONE HAPPY: Cabarets Are Happy Partner Projects for J2 ...at AMT Theater
J2 Spotlight Musical Theater is finishing its run of 'Do Re Mi' this weekend, but set aside a night to have a cabaret evening on the stage at their home base, the AMT Theater on West 45 Street.
Review: Unforgettable Music Of Nat King Cole Thrills Audience at Dizzy's Club
“Unforgettable” is the only way for this reviewer to describe the sold-out one night performance of The Music Of Nat King Cole on April 25, 2024 at Dizzy’s Club (Jazz At Lincoln Center).
Review: Cyrille Aimée & Band Make Their Gig a Party at Birdland
Through April 27, Aimée and a six-piece band bring jazz flavors and smiles (theirs and the audience's) to Birdland with energy galore.
Review: Natasha Castillo Charms Crowd at Don't Tell Mama with THAT'S MY MUSIC
Overall, this is a well-paced, charming show with both heartwarming and heartbreaking moments, and a whole lot of love for the Carpenters.
Review: A CELEBRATION OF TONY BENNETT Was a Starry Night at Jazz at Lincoln Center
This year's Jazz at Lincoln Center gala featured a host of star-studded performers including Kristin Chenoweth, Bernadette Peters, Josh Groban, and many more.
Review: AUTUMN IN NEW YORK: VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY Is a Crowd-Pleaser at Chelsea Table + Stage
At Chelsea Table + Stage, Klea Blackhurst 'Box Set' shows are continuing to draw crowds and bring smiles.
Review: GIRL DINNER Is a Delightful Romp at Pangea
Overall, Girl Dinner is worth checking out.
Review: SAUNA BOY at Laurie Beechman Theatre is Fun and Deep
In SAUNA BOY, Dan Ireland-Reeves offers audiences a captivating and intimate glimpse into London’s gay bathhouse culture.
Review: TIERGARTEN Subverts Expectations at The Church Of St. Mary's Great Hall
This Wednesday night, on April 17, 2024, Death of Classical took its sold-out audience on a journey backwards through time, starting in Weimar Germany and going all the way back to biblical times with a series of song, dance, and shadow puppets.
Review: THE ZIEGFELD GIRLS REVUE Exposes More Than History at The Green Room 42
THE ZIEGFELD GIRLS REVUE, on April 13th at the Green Room 42, puts a lot on view: Female pulchritude, nearly nude, with attitude.
Review: Jenna Pastuszek Belts Streisand's Hits at The Yale Club Of NYC
What a divine musical evening! This reviewer was completely enchanted by Jenna Pastuszek's tribute to Barbra Streisand featuring multi-talented pianist and musical director, Joshua Zecher-Ross.
Review: Daryl Sherman Gets Into the Swing with BORN TO SWING at Birdland
Daryl Sherman is honoring an early jazz legend at Birdland -- one songbird chirping about another.
Review: Valerie Sajdik Captivates the Crowd at Neue Galerie's Cafe Sabarsky
Valerie Sajdik has absolutely captured the energy and vivacity of that glowing “moment” in time and succeeded in passing it on to the present generation of audiences through her music.
Review: Marilyn Maye Reigns Super-Supreme at 54 Below
Another natural wonder has arrived and is creating a thunderous storm in New York.
Review: THE QUINTIN HARRIS TRIO Makes Sweet Music at Birdland
The Quintin Harris Trio recently graced Birdland again.
FAMILY MATTERS: Deborah Zecher & Joshua Zecher-Ross a Delight At Don't Tell Mama
Zecher is a much-loved member of New York’s cabaret community, and the community came out in droves to show their support for her latest cabaret – this time sharing the stage with her handsome musical director son, Joshua!
Review: THE JIVE ACES at Birdland Are Full of Friendly Fun & Frenzy
Jumpin' Jehovah! The Jive Aces surely jump for joy and jump into their music, determined to divert you and entertain with energy to the max.
Review: Patti LuPone's A LIFE IN NOTES at Carnegie Hall Was Transcendent
Seeing Patti LuPone’s A LIFE IN NOTES at Carnegie Hall was a transcendent experience.
Review: Adam Sank's BAD DATES at The Stonewall Inn Is Queer Comedy Gold
Adam Sank is a comedy mainstay in the queer community, so it's no surprise that BAD DATES was awarded not just one, but two BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards last year.
Review: Storm Large Gives an Electrifying Performance at 54 Below
Entering Broadway’s Supper Club spotlit and holding a tambourine, Storm Large kicked off her show at 54 Below on Saturday night with a fiery rendition of Matthieu Chedid’s “La Seine” and immediately captured the audience’s attention with her razor-sharp wit and powerful vocals.
Review: NYGASP's TRIAL BY JURY and THE SORCERER Hit the Right Notes
This reviewer was completely in awe of such talent at the double-header of Gilbert and Sullivan's TRIAL BY JURY and THE SORCERER at Kaye Playhouse on April 7th!
Review: THE HIGH SOCIETY NEW ORLEANS JAZZ BAND Brings Weekly Fun to Birdland
If you like the idea of “Throwback Thursday,” dedicating a day of the week to remember and revisit the past, Birdland can really “make your day” any Thursday with The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band.
Review: A VERY LEA EASTER at Joe's Pub Is Uproariously Funny
Lea DeLaria is the queen of out there, in-your-face comedy, and her March 31st Easter show at Joe’s Pub was no exception.
Review: Catherine Russell Is Cheery & Charming at Jazz At Lincoln Center
Singer Catherine Russell's joy is a joy to behold.
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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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Crafting the Sound: The Music of Chaka Khan Joe's Pub (9/25-9/25) |
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Pharaoh's Daughter Joe's Pub (11/08-11/08) |
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Paul Beaubrun: VERTIÈRES Album release Joe's Pub (11/14-11/14) |
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Seth Sikes with Tedd Firth: Together at Last! 54 Below (9/22-9/22) |
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Rizo: Serving Cult Joe's Pub (9/04-9/04) |
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Anayka She Joe's Pub (8/29-8/29) |
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Cristin Milioti Joe's Pub (9/24-9/24) |