Review: ONCE IN A LIFETIME at 54 Below Aptly Named
It's 100 years since Sammy Davis Jr.
Cabaret Theater Reviews
The latest reviews and critic recommendations from Cabaret.
Review: THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW at The Kings Theater Is Unhinged & Joyful
A campy, chaotic, and wildly funny holiday escape as Jinkx and DeLa turn Christmas into a twisted anthology full of big laughs, bigger heart, and pure drag joy.
Review: JOHN SCHNEIDER Has Hits And Misses at The Green Room 42
There are steps forward and steps backward when trying something new.
Review: Corinna Sowers Adler's ALL THAT MATTERS A Master Class in Cabaret at Don't Tell Mama
With her highly personally informed show, Corinna Sowers Adler shows the people how it's done.
Review: Lena Moy-Borgen's A VERY JEWISH CHRISTMAS STORY A Real Gift at Don't Tell Mama
Don't be confused by the graphic! This is no take-off on that movie about Ralphie.
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.
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.
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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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Claybourne Elder 54 Below (9/09-9/09) |
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The Bowery Boys: Ghost Stories of Old New York Joe's Pub (10/31-10/31) |
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54 Sings Broadway's Greatest Hits! 54 Below (11/28-11/28) |
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Ann Hampton Callaway: Here's To Life 54 Below (11/14-11/14) |
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Jeanna de Waal: Songs I Love to Sing 54 Below (9/30-9/30) |
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Prohibition Nights: A Speakeasy Soirée To Benefit 54 Below 54 Below (11/02-11/02) |
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Ben Franklin In Paris In Concert 54 Below (9/13-9/13) |