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Songbook Academy Extends Application Deadline As Mandy Gonzalez And Telly Leung Join 2026 Faculty
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 3, 2026

The Great American Songbook Foundation has extended the application deadline for the Songbook Academy and announced new Broadway mentors for the event.

Tony Award-Winner Beth Leavel To Receive Sarah Siddons Society's 2025 Award
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025

Tony Award winner Beth Leavel will receive the 2025 Sarah Siddons Society Award at the organization’s annual benefit on November 17, 2025, at The Arts Club of Chicago.

Johnny Rodgers Joins Farewell Tribute Series to Davenport's Skokie Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 22, 2025

Internationally celebrated singer-songwriter, pianist, Broadway veteran, and recording artist Johnny Rodgers has just been announced as part of the lineup to Skokie Theatre's weekend long tribute to the former cabaret nightclub Remembering Davenport's.

Chicago Cabaret Professionals to Celebrate The Art of Cabaret at Upcoming Gala
by Gillian Blum - Sep 20, 2025

The Chicago Cabaret Professionals is hosting the group's 27th annual gala on October 9 at the Arts Club of Chicago, which is set to feature several performances.

BLACKLISTED: Songs McCarthy Didn’t Want You To Hear is Coming to Sherwood Recital Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025

A one-night-only special presentation of Blacklisted: Songs McCarthy Didn’t Want You To Hear, written & directed by Carla Gordon with music direction by Beckie Menzie is coming to Columbia College Chicago’s Sherwood Recital Hall.

REMEMBERING DAVENPORT’S Will Celebrate the Beloved Cabaret Venue With Four Special Concerts
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2025

Chicago’s cabaret community will gather October 3–5 at Skokie Theatre for Remembering Davenport’s, a four-concert celebration of the beloved cabaret and piano bar that closed in April 2025.

Karen Mason To Make Chicago Premiere Of JUST IN STYNE At Skokie Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2025

Broadway star Karen Mason will bring her acclaimed show Just in Styne: Karen Sings Jule to the Skokie Theatre on October 5, 2025. The one-night-only Chicago premiere will celebrate the music of legendary composer Jule Styne.

Tony-Winner Beth Leavel To Receive Sarah Siddons Society Award At Annual Benefit
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 19, 2025

The Sarah Siddons Society will honor Tony Award-winning actress Beth Leavel with its 2025 Award at the annual Benefit on Monday, November 17, 2025 at The Arts Club of Chicago, 201 E. Ontario St. The evening will begin with a 6 p.m. reception, followed by a 7 p.m. program.

Tovah Feldshuh and Charles Busch Will Receive 2025 MAC Lifetime Achievement Award
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2025

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has announced all of the honorees who will be celebrated as part of the upcoming 39th Annual MAC Awards. Learn more here!

Chicago Cabaret Professionals Reveals Upcoming Musical Mondays Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Once again, CCP will present three unforgettable Musical Mondays of entertainment at Rhapsody Theater. Each show is themed. Two highlight great American songwriters and the third showcases songs about the world’s great cities. Learn more!

Review: GIRLS LIKE US: A LITTLE NAUGHTY, MOSTLY NICE at Omaha Community Playhouse
by Christine Swerczek - Dec 8, 2024

What did our critic think of GIRLS LIKE US: A LITTLE NAUGHTY, MOSTLY NICE at Omaha Community Playhouse?

The Sarah Siddons Society Announces Performers for 2024 Award Ceremony
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2024

The Sarah Siddons Society will present its 2024 Award to Tony Award-winner and eight-time nominee Kelli O'Hara, whose numerous Broadway credits include The King and I, Days of Wine and Roses, Kiss Me Kate, The Bridges of Madison County, Nice Work if You Can Get It, South Pacific, The Pajama Game, The Light in the Piazza, Sweet Smell of Success, Follies, Dracula and Jekyll & H

2024 Chicago Cabaret Professionals Gala Set For Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2024

For the 26th year, Chicago’s premier Cabaret organization wishes to invite all members, friends and cabaret lovers to the Annual Gala, which will be held on October 20th at the Epiphany Center for the Arts.  

Tony-Winner Kelli O'Hara To Receive 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 4, 2024

Kelli O'Hara will be honored with the 2024 Sarah Siddons Society Award on November 6, 2024. The award recognizes her contributions to Broadway and the performing arts.

WHEN KANDER MET EBB to be Presented At Davenport's
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2024

Songs by two of the biggest female entertainers in musical theater: Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli, will be featured heavily in the tribute show When Kander Met Ebb at Davenport's. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: Linda Kahn's Splendid WAIT TILL YOU SEE WHAT'S NEXT CD Release Show at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - May 13, 2024

There were so many beautiful songs and arrangements, that you’ll simply have to acquire the album or stream it (on Spotify and Apple Music) for yourself to hear the magic that is Linda Kahn!

Florida Sunshine Meets The Windy City With Meri Ziev In FROM 8-TRACKS TO LIVE STREAMS
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2024

Catch Florida's Meri Ziev as she brings her cabaret performance, FROM 8-TRACKS TO LIVESTREAMS, to the windy city. Experience a nostalgic journey through songs and memories, inspired by her father's Buick Riviera's 8 Tracks.

Chicago Cabaret Professionals Announces Musical Mondays Concert Series
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 11, 2024

Chicago Cabaret Professionals has announced their 2024 schedule for “Musical Mondays”— with three unique Monday evening cabaret concerts showcasing the talents of more than 40 cabaret artists. Learn more about the series here!

Chicago Cabaret Professionals Will Present A Tribute Concert To Cole Porter
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 10, 2024

As a celebration and a tribute to the acclaimed composer and songwriter Cole Porter, Chicago Cabaret Professionals will present a “LET'S MISBEHAVE — the Wit and Genius of Cole Porter' in March. Learn more about the performance here!

Chicago's Queen Of Cabaret Denise Tomasello To Appear In Concert November 25
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023

Denise Tomasello, Chicago's Cabaret Queen, returns for Davenport's 25th Anniversary celebration. Join her on November 25th for an unforgettable concert featuring musical tributes and show-stopping Broadway numbers. Don't miss this Chicago musical institution.