Bobby Short

Lea Delaria Will Bring OUT RAGE to Café Carlyle
by Emmy Rice - Jun 21, 2025

Trailblazer, truth-teller, and jazz virtuoso Lea DeLaria takes the stage at Café Carlyle with Out Rage, an evening of sublime vocals and fiery commentary on contemporary culture. The show will take place on Frday, June 27 at 8:45pm. 

Abingdon Theatre Company Reveals that Cris Eli Blak Will Write First Play Commission Surrounding The Life Of Bobby Short
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025

Abingdon Theatre Company has announced the playwright attached to their first-ever full-length new play commission is previous Carolyn Halpert Artist-in-Residence, Cris Eli Blak.

Feature: CABARET SCENES AND AMERICAN SONGBOOK ASSOCIATION CELEBRATE STEVE ROSS To Play The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Jun 16, 2025

On Saturday, June 21st, when the ASA, Cabaret Scenes, and Montgomery and Dain present Steve Ross with this year’s Darrell Henline Award, they will do so during a star-studded evening of entertainment.

Daniel Reichard Comes to The Café Carlyle This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 13, 2025

Broadway and concert stage performer Daniel Reichard will make his debut at the legendary Café Carlyle with The Way You Wear Your Pride, a luminous evening of music, storytelling, and celebration.

2025 Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival Unveils Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2025

The Cape Cod Chamber Music Festival revealed the 2025 summer concert season. The Festival will present ten live performances in five venues across Cape Cod. Learn more!

Review: Billy Stritch Trio Concludes Sold-Out 6 Show Engagement at Birdland
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 28, 2025

The night was a reverie of delectable but not often heard tunes by arguably one of the greatest singer/pianists (in this or any generation), taking place in probably the most significant jazz/pop venue in the world, the historic Birdland.

Interview: Jazz Performer Brian Newman Will Make You Feel Good at Café Carlyle
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 11, 2025

Trumpeter and jazz singer Brian Newman is a nonstop, energetic performer with a style and repertoire that straddles generations. We spoke about his upcoming show on 4/14 at Café Carlyle, his process of developing arrangements to songs, and more.

Review: Singer-Songwriter Anthony Nunziata Warmed the Heart at Café Carlyle
by Andrew Poretz - Mar 3, 2025

Singer-songwriter and internationally acclaimed classical-crossover recording artist Anthony Nunziata returned to Café Carlyle on 2/28 for a sold-out, two-night run with fresh arrangements of the traditional Italian ballads and Great American Songbook standards that inspired his own songwriting, and a handful of his own compositions.

Photos: Maycol and Lilian With Perrin Blank at Cafe Centro
by Stephen Sorokoff - Feb 14, 2025

One of the most talented and entertaining duos we’ve encountered in Palm Beach are the husband and wife team known as Maycol and Lilian. They are dynamic performers who create exciting musical interpretations in all genres.  

Review: Isaac Mizrahi's I KNOW EVERYBODY at Café Carlyle Is a Hilarious Escape
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 6, 2025

The legendary Isaac Mizrahi oozed charm at the opening night of his annual Café Carlyle residency on February 4. The show, funny and dishy with plenty of songs in between, is a perfect Valentine's week treat. It runs nightly through February 15.

Feature: December's Birthday Tributee Is A Class Act
by Rob Lester - Dec 7, 2024

Read our interview with a long-time, long admired cabaret star who celebrates born in the same month (different year) as one of his idols (Noel Coward). It's our monthly Birthday Tribute feature.

Review: KT SULLIVAN...Tuesdays at The Algonquin Roundtable
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 4, 2024

Well known for her soprano voice, acting, and mastery of the Great American Songbook, KT recently started accompanying herself for a few intimate engagements… the Round Table at The Algonquin on Tuesdays being one of them.

MAYBE TOMORROW & More Set for Abingdon Theatre Company's 32nd Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 19, 2024

Abingdon Theatre Company has revealed its 32nd season featuring the Off-Broadway premiere of Max Mondi's MAYBE TOMORROW, highlighting a diverse lineup of new productions and events. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveals November Programming
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances. Learn more about the November 2024 lineup, featuring a diverse array of performances from renowned jazz musicians and emerging artists.

Photos: The Cabaret Convention's 2nd Night Honored Bobby Short at Jazz At Lincoln Center
by Rebecca Kaplan - Oct 27, 2024

The second night of the Cabaret Convention was a lovely evening, presented by the Mabel Mercer Foundation. The 10/23 night honored singer Bobby Short and featured an array of top NYC cabaret talent including established acts and some up and comers making their cabaret convention debut. See photos from the night by photographer Conor Weiss.

Review: I'M IN LOVE AGAIN Featured Love for a Cabaret Legend at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Rob Lester - Oct 25, 2024

Bobby Short, whose centennial we can celebrate this year, was a cabaret favorite. The second night of the Cabaret Convention mega-concerts put the focus on him. Audiences who dashed to Columbus Circle for the two-act 6 PM concert caught a long Short celebration, full of memories and songs he sang.

Review: Cabaret Convention Starts Splendidly at Jazz at Lincoln Center
by Rob Lester - Oct 23, 2024

The annual Cabaret Convention concert series has begun. The shows continue tonight and tomorrow at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Last night, the convention opened with songs with music by Charles Strouse (Annie, Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, etc.). It was a treat.

Review: Phillip Officer Amazes In YOU FASCINATE ME SO at Birdland Theater
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 30, 2024

How lucky we all are that Phillip Officer decided to come out of retirement.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup â€" Sept. 23 to Sept. 29, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 23, 2024

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including Cheyenne Jackson's Signs of Life, musical comedy and John Cameron Mitchell

35th New York Cabaret Convention Returns This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2024

The Mabel Mercer Foundation has announced the 35th New York Cabaret Convention, set for October 22-24, 2024, celebrating a significant milestone in the cabaret community.