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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.'

Review: Celia Berk's FOR THE RECORD at 54 Below Offers a "Best Of" Her Albums
by Andrew Poretz - May 11, 2025

The 5/4 show took us through highlights of Berk's CDs, including her latest release, FOUR SEASONS OF SONG: SPRING. Berk is a compelling storyteller with a warm presence and voice and good humor. FOR THE RECORD captures her essence.

Sierra Boggess and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Sierra Boggess and more! See the full lineup here.

Review: Lee Roy Reams Delivers on His Scandalous Promise at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 8, 2025

NO ONE left Lee Roy Reams' UNCENSORED! FOR ADULTS ONLY! on 5/7 without having to pick up their jaws off the table tops. The bonafide triple-threat served a deliciously salacious tray of goodies for the audience to savor.

Photos: Bill Boggs and Ann Talman Midday 'Live' at The Dutch Treat Club
by Stephen Sorokoff - May 6, 2025

The Dutch Treat Club welcomed four-time Emmy Award winner Bill Boggs, treating its members to a fascinating afternoon of stories and video clips from his storied career, plus a performance by Broadway veteran Ann Talman.

Jeff Harnar Returns To Birdland On Cole Porter's Birthday
by Stephi Wild - May 6, 2025

Award-winning concert artist Jeff Harnar will appear at Birdland for Cole Porter's birthday in “It's De-Lovely: Cole Porter's Birthday” in June. Learn more about the performance here!

Ann Talman to Bring ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW Of HER SMILE To Stissing Center For Arts & Culture
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2025

Ann Talman will bring her award-winning show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile to the Stissing Center for Arts & Culture in Pine Plains, NY. Learn more!

Sierra Boggess and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond including Sierra Boggess, Lea DeLaria and more! 

See Tom Kitt Featuring Ariana DeBose and More at 54 Below in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more! 

Review: Jeff Harnar's CONFESSIONS OF A NEW YORKER at 54 Below Is a Joyous Ride
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 20, 2025

New York City cabaret fixture Jeff Harnar turns his attention to songwriters from the city that never sleeps at his latest show, Confessions of a New Yorker. He’ll be back at Birdland on 6/9 honoring another great NYC songwriter, Cole Porter

Review: Susie Mosher's 'THE LINEUP' Is Another Slam-Dunk at the Green Room 42
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 16, 2025

After a hiatus and change of venue, Susie Mosher’s variety show THE LINEUP had its second night at the Green Room 42. Richard Jay-Alexander, Jeff Harnar, Jelani Remy were among others in the 4/15 show.

The 92nd Street Y Unveils Full Lineup for Summer Cabaret Conference
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025

After a thrilling inaugural year in 2024, The 92nd Street Y, New York’s School of Music has announced the full lineup for the 2025 92NY Summer Cabaret Conference running July 14-18, 2025.

Christy Trapp Brings THE TENDER TRAPP to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Apr 9, 2025

Don't Tell Mama will present Christy Trapp in The Tender Trapp, a woman's perspective on Sinatra's standards and double standards this month. Learn more here!

Ann Talman Brings ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW Of HER SMILE To Wells Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2025

Ann Talman brings her award-winning show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile to the Wells Theatre in Norfolk, Virginia, on Friday, April 18 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, April 19 at 7:30 PM; and Sunday, April 20 at 2:00 PM.