Dan Furman

MAC to School 2025: 10th Anniversary Weekend of Artistry, Community, & Song
by Chloe Yang - Feb 27, 2026

MAC to School 2025, MAC's 10th annual educational symposium, took place 9/27–28 in NYC. The two-day event featured master classes, panels, and showcases. MAC's 40th Annual Awards follow at Symphony Space on March 23, 2026.

Norm Lewis, André De Shields, & More Nominated for 2025 MAC Awards - See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 6, 2025

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has revealed the 39th Annual MAC Awards. Check out the full list of nominees, which includes Norm Lewis, André De Shield, and more!

Interview: Joe Fox Finds Himself in DON'T CRY FOR ME MY YESHIVA at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 14, 2024

Joe Fox’s new show Don’t Cry for Me – My Yeshiva, which details his journey out of a closeted Orthodox Jewish and then back into it is to go behind-the-scenes with anti-gay marriage protesters in Maine, is back at Don’t Tell Mama after a successful sold-out run on 9/21, 9/25 and 9/30. Read a Q&A about the inspiration for the show and more.

Review: Joe Fox Tells His Story In DON'T CRY FOR ME MY YESHIVA at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Aug 1, 2024

As it says on his promotional material, Joe Fox traveled to Maine in 2009 where he made a documentary on same sex marriage. While scenes from the documentary play during the performance, it is Fox’s story that is the feature of this fascinating show, which is less cabaret and more of a theatrical piece with songs.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" May 6 to May 12, 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 6, 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 Melissa Errico's new Sondheim album release party.

Review: Camille Diamond's OVER THE MOON…ON PLUTO TRANSIT is a stellar show
by Analisa Bell - Mar 18, 2024

Camille Diamond has been nominated for a MAC Award for Best Debut and it’s not hard to see why. Her crystal clear, mellifluous voice and wonderful storytelling abilities had the audience captivated from the moment she entered Don’t Tell Mama’s Original Room on the weekend.

Tanya Moberly Raises the Roof at Don't Tell Mama with I LOVE NY SONGWRITERS PART I
by Analisa Bell - Oct 8, 2023

MAC & Bistro Award-winning artist Tanya Moberly's live recording performance was a hit with the audience

Cast Set for VILNA: A RESISTANCE STORY at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 20, 2023

Get to know the talented cast bringing the true story of the heroic Jewish resistance fighters from the Vilna ghetto to life in VILNA: A RESISTANCE STORY. Don't miss this vibrant production at Green Room 42 in New York City.

Tanya Moberly To Record I LOVE NEW YORK SONGWRITERS In Performance at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Sep 16, 2023

Multiple Award winning Performer/Producer/Director Tanya Moberly will appear at legendary nightspot Don’t Tell Mama this fall to perform and record two shows that are audience favorites

Photos: THE JOE HILL REVIVAL Takes The Stage In Brooklyn
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 2023

After a rousing opening concert at Green Room 42 (see photos by Josh Jordan), composer Dan Furman opens the next season of Brooklyn Tavern Theater with a revival of his musical more timely today than ever!

A LITTLE MORE LIGHT: Songs & Stories from Dan Furman's THE JOE HILL REVIVAL is Coming to The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 17, 2023

Join in for a special concert featuring selected songs and stories from Dan Furman's 'The Joe Hill Revival' at The Green Room 42. This fundraiser concert supports Brooklyn Tavern Theater, a non-profit arts organization. Get your tickets today!

Industry Concert YBOR CITY: THE MUSICAL to Tackle Themes of Racism and Unionism
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2023

Discover the powerful themes of racism and unionism in the exclusive industry concert and dramaturgy residency of 'YBOR CITY: THE MUSICAL.' Don't miss this timely exploration of unity among workers and the fight against exploitative labor conditions.

Brooklyn Tavern Theater Revives Dan Furman's Immersive Musical Event, IMPOSSIBLE BUT TRUE!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2022

A vibrant cast brings Washington Irving’s classic tale – peppered with clever nods to history – to life.  BROOKLYN TAVERN THEATER revives Dan Furman’s immersive musical event, IMPOSSIBLE BUT TRUE!

JMC Introduces BQE- Brooklyn Queens Entertainment
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2022

BROOKLYN TAVERN THEATER revives Dan Furman's immersive musical event, IMPOSSIBLE BUT TRUE is an original 'tavern musical' that will tour the Brooklyn and New York areas.

Mary Micari's VOICES Returns To NYC, October 29
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 2022

After a two-year absence due to pandemic, performance artist and Broadway staffer, Mary Elizabeth Micari revives her acclaimed VOICES series of concerts spotlighting emerging artists in the musical field.

Brooklyn Tavern Theater to Revive Dan Furman's IMPOSSIBLE BUT TRUE Musical in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 12, 2022

Brooklyn Tavern Theater will revive Dan Furman's immersive musical event, IMPOSSIBLE BUT TRUE. This original 'tavern musical' will tour the Brooklyn and New York areas with an opening run at the historic The Old Stone House, 336 3rd Street, Brooklyn, NY @ 7:30 pm on October 14 & 15; 28 & 29.

Celebrate Carol Sue Gershman's Big Birthday At The Green Room 42, October 13
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2022

Singer Carol Sue Gershman is back! Help her celebrate her 87th birthday as she presents A Reminiscence on Thursday, October 13 at 7 PM at the Green Room 42. Special guests Wendy tap dances and Terri sings. Music director is Dan Furman, with Carol Sudhalter on sax, Iris Orning on bass and David Silliman on drums. The show is directed by Lennie Watts.

Rev. Mary Returns to The Rose Room, August 5
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2022

Rose Room NYC will host and herald the return of Rev. Mary and her boys to the NYC nightlife scene.

The Latiné Musical Theatre Lab to Host Inaugural Table Reading Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2022

The Latiné Musical Theatre Lab, an organization that develops and advocates for new Latiné-written works of musical theatre in order to radically change who gets to tell musical stories on stages across the country, is presenting its first ever Table Reading Series.

THE JOE HILL REVIVAL in Concert to be Presented at the Triad Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 2, 2022

The Joe Hill Revival which had it's original performance at the Rustik Tavern in Brooklyn in September 2021, will be performed in concert at the Triad theatre 158 W 72nd St, New York, NY 10023.