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Photos: LEE ROY REAMS: BEHIND THE SCENES OF 42ND STREET at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Nov 19, 2025

See photos from the 11/18 show

Melissa Errico, SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED: THE FINAL SEASON and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 14, 2025

Next week, 54 Below will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Melissa Errico, Sondheim Unplugged: The Final Season and more. 

Christy Trapp Sets December Encore of THE TENDER TRAPP at Don’t Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

Christy Trapp will return to Don’t Tell Mama with an encore performance of The Tender Trapp, a show examining the Frank Sinatra songbook through a contemporary lens.

Ann Kittredge to Present YOU SLEIGH ME at Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

Joy to the World! In celebration of her soon to be released holiday album Ann Kittredge: You Sleigh Me, Ms. Kittredge will appear at Chelsea Table + Stage.

Photos: Inside the Celebration of Life For Jack W. Batman at New World Stages
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Nov 11, 2025

A celebration of life was recently held for Tony Award-winning producer and entertainment industry veteran Jack W. Batman, who died on August 1, 2025. Check out photos from the event here.

Liz Callaway and Melissa Errico to Join Bucks County Playhouse for Holiday Cabaret Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 10, 2025

Bucks County Playhouse will present two intimate cabarets featuring Broadway stars this holiday season. Learn more about the holiday lineup and see how to purchase tickets here!

Photos: Jeff Harnar Sings the 1959 Broadway Songbook at Birdland
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Birdland presented Jeff Harnar Sings The 1959 Broadway Songbook. Jeff’s band was led by Alex Rybeck, with Tom Hubbard on bass and Dan Gross on drums. Check out photos here!

Interview: Jeff Harnar Celebrates THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK Album at Birdland
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 3, 2025

The remastered and revised album celebrating the Golden Age of Broadway comes out on 10/3, with a 10/6 album release concert at Birdland Jazz Club. We spoke to Harnar about the new album and show.

Photos: Karen Akers Celebrates Paris At Birdland
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2025

Monday’s Karen Akers concert at Birdland reminded us all why she remains one of the crown jewels of cabaret. Check out photos from the show and learn more here!

Jeff Harnar to Revisit THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK With Birdland Concert and Remastered Album
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 4, 2025

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of Jeff Harnar in his show The 1959 Broadway Songbook this fall. Learn more about the concert and see how to purchase tickets.

TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.

Lee Roy Reams to Perform ME AND BETTY at Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025

Lee Roy Reams will present “Me and Betty” at LTV Studios as part of the celebrated Hamptons Summer Songbook by the Sea series. Learn more and see how to attend!

Lee Roy Reams and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 3, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Lee Roy Reams and more. See the full lineup here!

Jeff Harnar to Celebrate New Album With Summer Concerts in LA and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 17, 2025

Jeff Harnar will celebrate his latest album Jeff Harnar Sings Sammy Cahn: The Second Time Around – the acclaimed tribute to legendary Academy Award-winning lyricist – with a string of major concerts this summer. Learn more!

Review: TO STEVE WITH LOVE: LIZ CALLAWAY CELEBRATES SONDHEIM at Studebaker Theater
by Kathleen Anwar - Jun 16, 2025

In a show that was part memoir, part love letter, and part stand-up comedy special, Liz Callaway paid tribute to the genius of the late Stephen Sondheim in an intimate performance that truly felt like a homecoming celebration for this Chicago native.

Photos: Jeff Harnar Celebrates Cole Porter At Birdland
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2025

On Monday night at Birdland, Jeff Harnar lit up the stage with a joyous celebration of Cole Porter's birthday, brilliantly supported by Alex Rybeck, Ritt Henn, and Dan Gross. Check out photos here!

Birdland Jazz Club and Theater Welcomes Count Basie Orchestra, Natalie Douglas, and More This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present another dazzling two-week lineup from June 9 through June 22, spotlighting world-class talent, swinging ensembles, and returning fan favorites. 

Review: Lee Roy Reams Tells a Unique Love Story Right to the Very Last Scene
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 4, 2025

Lee Roy Reams truly turned 54 Below into 'Broadway's Living Room' at this intimate, revealing 6/3 show, all about his relationship with his Applause co-star Lauren Bacall.

Review: Liz Callaway Makes Magic With THE WIZARD AND I at 54 Below
by Stephen Mosher - May 15, 2025

Every Liz Callaway show is great, but when it involves someone she loves, it's magical.

Exclusive: Liz Callaway Previews 4 Songs from Her Stephen Schwartz Show
by Joey Mervis - May 13, 2025

Liz is back at 54! Long an interpreter of the songs of Stephen Schwartz, Emmy winner and Tony and Grammy nominee Liz Callaway turns her attention to the songwriter with her new show, The Wizard and I: Liz Callaway Sings Stephen Schwartz. BroadwayWorld is very excited to take you inside the rehearsal room with Liz as she previews four songs from the show: 'Corner of the Sky,' 'West End Avenue,' 'Lion Tamer,' 'Bless the Lord.'