Jim Caruso's Cast Party is a weekly open mic night at Birdland Jazz Club where seasoned professionals and up-and-coming performers share the stage in a variety show format. Host Jim Caruso leads the evening, welcoming Broadway performers, jazz musicians, and occasional celebrity drop-ins to the mic. Musical support comes from Billy Stritch on piano, Steve Doyle on bass, and Daniel Glass on drums.
Cast and Creative Team for Jim Caruso's Cast Party at Birdland
Cast
Jim Caruso
Ensemble
The Birdland Latin Jazz Orchestra
Ensemble
David DeJesus
Ensemble
Ginita
Ensemble
Natalie Douglas
Ensemble
Quintin Harris
Ensemble
Vanessa Rubin
Ensemble
The Birdland Big Band
Ensemble
The High Society New Orleans Jazz Band
Ensemble
Frank Vignola
Ensemble
Louis Armstrong Eternity Band
Ensemble
David Ostwald
Ensemble
Billy Stritch
Ensemble
The Nighthawks
Ensemble
Vince Giordano
Ensemble
Michele Brourman
Ensemble
Amanda McBroom
Ensemble
Creative Team
Pat Philips
Producer
David DeJesus
Saxophonist
David DeJesus
Director
Conal Fowkes
Pianist
Simon Wettenhall
Trumpeter
Frank Vignola
Guitarist
David Ostwald
Tuba Player
David Ostwald
Band Leader
Billy Stritch
Musical Director
Michele Brourman
Songwriter
Amanda McBroom
Songwriter
Vince Giordano
Arranger
Vince Giordano
Composer
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April 27, 2023 Jim Caruso’s Cast Party, which is about to celebrate two decades at the iconic Birdland in NYC, seems to be entering a Golden Age of entertainment! Over the past few months the room has been packed with audiences eager to cheer the impromptu open mic/variety show made up of Broadway performers, cabaret divas, jazzers, and a few acts impossible-to-describe!
Photos: Jim Caruso's Cast Party is a Holiday Hullabaloo at Birdland
December 22, 2022 This past Monday, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party – the weekly talent celebration that has been in residence every Monday for nineteen years – was a jam-packed holiday hullabaloo! Ohotographer Kevin Alvey was there to document all the excitement. Check out the photos here!
Photos: Jim Caruso's Cast Party Continues To Pack Birdland With Great Talent
December 14, 2022 Each week, the club shines a spotlight on both up-and-coming and established performers, all taking a turn on the stage for an impromptu song with the Cast Party Symphony Orchestra, led by Billy Stritch, with Daniel Glass on drums and Steve Doyle on bass. Check out photos here!
Photos: Jim Caruso Hosts A Jam-Packed CAST PARTY At Myron's At The Smith Center
November 22, 2022 See photos from Jim Caruso’s Cast Party (with Billy Stritch at the piano)'s triumphant return to Las Vegas on Friday, November 18. The sold-out “extreme open mic” took place at Myron’s at The Smith Center, and featured a bevy of extraordinary Vegas musical talent.
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August 10, 2022 “Jim Caruso’s Cast Party” is the weekly Open Mic Night/Variety Show that has been bringing Broadway glitz and urbane wit to Birdland in New York City every Monday night since 2003. Check out new photos!
Photos: Another Talent-Packed Week Takes Place at Jim Caruso's Cast Party
August 03, 2022 This past Monday, the stars aligned and some concert, Broadway and club superstars showed up for an impromptu turn at the mic at Jim Caruso’s Cast Party! Check out photos here!
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Celebrates 19 Years At Birdland
July 15, 2022 The traditional gift for those celebrating a 19th Anniversary is bronze. Not surprisingly, no bronze was given during Jim Caruso’s Cast Party anniversary celebration, but the packed house was certainly entertained by performers with hearts of gold. Check out photos from the night here!
Photos: Check Out Recent Performances at Jim Caruso's Cast Party
June 22, 2022 For the past 18 years, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party has been the place to cheer Broadway, jazz and cabaret entertainers serving impromptu performances with the Cast Party Symphony Orchestra (Billy Stritch on piano, Steve Doyle on bass and Daniel Glass on drums).
Photos: Jim Caruso's Cast Party Celebrates Superb Talent In Las Vegas!
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Photos: Nicole Scherzinger, Melissa Errico & More Join JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY
November 08, 2021 This last Monday, the weekly fun at Jim Caruso’s Cast Party continued with a full list of singers and a packed house eager to cheer. Pop/tv/theater star Nicole Scherzinger showed up while in town rehearsing for the “Annie” movie, and leading lady Melissa Errico caused some musical theater swooning!
Photos: JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY Entertains At Birdland With Susie Mosher, Billy Stritch, Marilyn Maye and More
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Photos: Inside the Past Two Talent-Filled Months of Jim Caruso's Cast Party at Birdland
October 18, 2021 Over the past two months, Jim Caruso’s Cast Party has been packing Birdland with throngs of music and theater lovers eager to cheer the return of the show biz scene. Fans of Broadway, jazz, country, and the Great American Songbook have been delighted by the impromptu talent that has consistently shown up to entertain.About the Theatre
Birdland Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
What shows are coming up next at Birdland Jazz Club?
ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO QUARTET (06/27/26-06/27/26)
What shows have played recently at Birdland Jazz Club?
Hot Combination (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
Bill Charlap Trio (05/12/26-05/16/26)
Julie Halston: VIRTUAL HALSTON LIVE (05/11/26-05/11/26)
Karen Mack (05/04/26-05/04/26)
David DeJesus and the Boptet – Miles Davis Centennial Celebration (05/03/26-05/03/26)
Quintin Harris (05/02/26-05/02/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
Bill Charlap Trio (05/12/26-05/16/26)
Julie Halston: VIRTUAL HALSTON LIVE (05/11/26-05/11/26)
Karen Mack (05/04/26-05/04/26)
David DeJesus and the Boptet – Miles Davis Centennial Celebration (05/03/26-05/03/26)
Quintin Harris (05/02/26-05/02/26)
What shows are coming up next at Birdland?
John Pizzarelli: P.S. Mr. Bennett (08/04/26-08/08/26)
What shows have played recently at Birdland?
Camila Meza Band (07/07/26-07/08/26)
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos (07/06/26-07/06/26)
Dan Block Quartet (07/05/26-07/05/26)
Christian Sands Quintet (06/30/26-07/04/26)
ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO QUARTET (06/27/26-06/27/26)
Hot Combination (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
Miss Maybell & Her Ragtime Romeos (07/06/26-07/06/26)
Dan Block Quartet (07/05/26-07/05/26)
Christian Sands Quintet (06/30/26-07/04/26)
ERIC COMSTOCK & BARBARA FASANO QUARTET (06/27/26-06/27/26)
Hot Combination (06/07/26-06/07/26)
Steven Feifke Trio (05/24/26-05/25/26)
Jason Yeager and Justin Poindexter: Don't Fence Me In – The Music of Cole Porter (05/18/26-05/18/26)
Sinatra With Style RETURNS: Hits and Rare Gems Swung by Richard Cortez (05/17/26-05/17/26)
Bill Charlap Solo Piano (05/16/26-05/16/26)
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