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From a clever parody of Maria from West Side Story entitled “Muhammed” (as sung: the most controversial name you ever heard) to an endearing version of Mann & Weil’s “Make Your Own Music” with the wonderful Tracy Stark on back-up vocals and keys, Yasar held the audience captive with his st
Monday night was buzzing with anticipation as New York’s cabaret community gathered at Gotham Comedy Club for the 39th Annual Bistro Awards.
If you’re looking for something to do at 9:30pm every other Thursday, head no further than Broadway Sessions at Green Room 42 – you won’t be disappointed! Green Room 42 was alive with great energy last Thursday evening for the long-running open mic Broadway Sessions, produced and hosted by “
This reviewer was thrilled with the compelling performance of Linda Purl and the DIVA Jazz Orchestra on April 1st at Birdland Jazz Club.
The Depression and World War II eras didn't stop Broadway from being filled with big shows and songs worth hearing again and again.
Musical multi-tasking talent Joshua Turchin is the standout in a show he hosted with fellow songwriters & singers.
Jazz is about improvising and surprise, and so Janis Siegel stepped in for the under-the-weather booked singer at Dizzy's because the show must go on–even if it's a different one (with the same musicians).
Nicholas Dromard and Desiree Davar, or Nic and Desi as they’re more familiarly known, were utterly charming at their March 23rd show, Bubbles and Taps, at Green Room 42.
Shining like a beacon, Andrea McArdle wowed the crowd at CONFESSIONS OF A BROADWAY BABY on March 29, 2024 at 54 Below.
This reviewer was overwhelmed by the acclaimed musical Tour de Force that is Michael Feinstein and the marvelous Carnegie Hall Big Band at the March 27th edition of Standard Time with Michael Feinstein.
54 Below is known for its seemingly endless variety of themes as happy reasons to group songs from musical theatre.
Karen Mason was transcendent in JUST IN STYNE: KAREN SINGS JULE at Birdland Jazz Club.
This reviewer was completely overwhelmed by the tornado of talent that is Meow Meow.
In a city with no shortage of stars, Orfeh shines among the brightest.
This reviewer was completely enchanted by the sheer joy of Max Raabe's musical performance on Thursday, March 21st at Carnegie Hall.
Don't call the Department of Missing Persons, Cabaret Unit.
Steve & Eydie were dynamite, separately and together.
This reviewer was mesmerized and thunderstruck by the amazing vocal range and intensity of this powerhouse performer.
54 Loves Cast Albums.
Camille Diamond has been nominated for a MAC Award for Best Debut and it’s not hard to see why.
Musical comedy history roared to life when Klea Blackhurst brought the songs and sass and stories of Ethel Merman.
MELBA MOORE: FROM BROADWAY WITH LOVE had its first performance March 15th at 54 Below.
The 54 Sings in Trousers concert at 54 Below on March 12th had the same sense of anticipation and delight I felt listening to the In Trousers record for the first time and hearing the story that comes before Finn's FALSETTOS.
This reviewer was completely overwhelmed by Carole Bufford’s resounding voice at her YOU DON’T OWN ME - THE FEARLESS FEMALES OF THE 1960’s show on March 14, 2024.
Lovable Sally Mayes sings love songs and this and that in her 'Now and Then' series at The Green Room 42, with more shows to come in May and June.
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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) |
