Monthly 'Birthday Salute': COLE PORTER
by Rob Lester - June 02, 2024
The talents and legacy of composer-lyricist Cole Porter are always worth celebrating, especially in his birthday month of June. Here's a look at some current evidence of his lasting presence in cabaret shows, etc....
Review: Jimmie Herrod's Beautiful COLOR & LIGHT at 54 Below
by Analisa Bell - June 01, 2024
Last Friday, May 24, the audience at 54 Below was treated to the beautiful, dulcet tones of America’s Got Talent finalist, Jimmie Herrod with COLOR & LIGHT. This reviewer loved seeing just how much Herrod was enjoying himself on stage. He performed with such ease and grace and communicated so effort...
Review: CASHINO at Birdland Is High-Energy, Nonstop Fun
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 31, 2024
Susie Mosher (Hairspray) and recording artist John Boswell are Johnny Niagra and Pepper Cole, two desperate, crazy Vegas casino singers. Mosher and Boswell are doing a limited run of Cashino, with a short film followed by a high energy live set featuring crazy, ultra-specific 80s + Broadway mashups....
Review: Tony Danza Is a Natural in STANDARDS & STORIES at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 30, 2024
Tony Danza was all grace and charm at his solo show Standards and Stories on May 28. The actor, best known for his roles on TAXI and WHO'S THE BOSS also has a deep love for American standards, which he demonstrated at the show’s opening night. Danza has two more performances at 54 Below – you can ca...
Review: MOSS's Reunion at Joe's Pub Is Radiant
by Rob Lester - May 31, 2024
MOSS sang at Joe's Pub almost 20 years ago before making their first (and, so far, only) album. The occasional reunion of this group is an occasion for rejoicing! They were back for one of their regions and sound splendid. They are MOSS and they are marvelous....
Review: SPRING, STRINGS, AND TASTY THINGS at Green-Wood Cemetery Was Delightful
by Eliana Sara - May 31, 2024
Sometimes macabre, sometimes whimsical, always beautiful, Death of Classical presents some of the most unique classical music and opera experiences in New York City. Their immersive May 24th event continued their tradition of weird yet lovely death-based musical fare straight out of crypts, graveyar...
Review: Alexis Cole Celebrated New York City at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 28, 2024
On Tuesday May 21st at at 7 pm, Alexis Cole took us on a journey of songs celebrating New York City at 54 Below. I’LL TAKE NEW YORK: GREAT SONGS OF A GREAT CITY was a smooth, polished evening of intimate cabaret as Cole bounced from song to song, giving us a taste of classic songs performed expertly...
Review: Carolyn Montgomery Connects to Rosemary Clooney at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - May 26, 2024
Rosemary Clooney's lifetime of music is explored in Carolyn Montgomery's thought-provoking, memory-stoking act GIRLSINGER, directed by Sally Mayes. Its second NYC presentation on May 22nd is updated and expanded from its opening night in January. It will be followed by bookings in Florida plus LA, C...