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Gregory Toroian

Gregory Toroian is a musical director, arranger, jazz pianist, vocalist, songwriter, and educator. He has been featured in Cabaret Scenes magazine and was the 2020 Bistro Award winner for Outstanding Collaboration with Sue Matsuki, with whom he had also won a MAC award for Best Duo Production.

Birth Place: Kalamazoo, Michigan

BIO

Gregory Toroian is a musical director, arranger, jazz pianist, vocalist, songwriter, and educator. He has been featured in Cabaret Scenes magazine and was the 2020 Bistro Award winner for Outstanding Collaboration with Sue Matsuki, with whom he had also won a MAC award for Best Duo Production. In addition to working with such artists as Tony Bennett, Jon Hendricks, Cab Calloway, Donna Summer, Melissa Errico, Marilyn Maye, Karen Mason, and Jane Olivor. He has appeared in almost every jazz club and cabaret (major and minor), in New York. He has toured with principal dancers from the New York City Ballet and has made numerous radio and television appearances including the Today Show and Maury Povich. Recordings include his work as musical director, arranger, and pianist on the recent debut album of Maria Corsaro, “Love Makes the Changes”; “A New Take”, the debut album of award-winning cabaret artist Sue Matsuki; and CD’s with Suzanna Ross, Leslee Warren, Lina Koutrakos, Linda Kahn, Meri Ziev, and Lisa Kantor. Gregory’s vocal arrangements have been featured on a series of albums in the US and Japan, by the vocal group String of Pearls. He currently offers an array of performance workshops.

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Manhattan Association Of Cabarets Will Host MAC TO SCHOOL
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets will host its annual MAC TO SCHOOL symposium at Don't Tell Mama and Open Jar Studios, featuring master classes, workshops and panel discussions on creating cabaret shows.
LEGRAND LEGACY – KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING! to Bring Jackie Draper to Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026

Jackie Draper will return to the Laurie Beechman Theatre with a new cabaret show celebrating composer Michel Legrand, featuring musicians Gregory Toroian, Tom Hubbard, Ron Tierno, and Robbyn Tongue.
Lionel R. Shockness to Bring AWAKENING(S)…MIXOLOGIST TO PSYCHOLOGIST to Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2026

Lionel R. Shockness will return to Don't Tell Mama with a new solo show exploring his path from bartender to psychotherapist, featuring music, storytelling, and reflections on love and relationships.
Leslee Warren to Bring LIGHT DARK & STORMY - LENA HORNE to Chelsea Table + Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 10, 2026

Leslee Warren will present a tribute to Lena Horne at Chelsea Table + Stage, following her solo cabaret debut with a new show featuring signature songs from the American songbook.
Review: Sue Matsuki Puts Eddie Bruce Center Stage InTONY BENNETT CENTENNIAL at The Cutting Room
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 8, 2026

When Philly and NYC meet to celebrate the late, great Tony Bennett.
A BOOGIE DOWN BRONX TALE to Return to The Green Room 42 with Brenda Liz Henry
by Stephi Wild - Jun 10, 2026

Brenda Liz Henry will reprise her solo cabaret debut at The Green Room 42, performing a show spanning multiple musical genres, including Hip Hop, with musical director Gregory Toroian and a live band.
Interview: Brenda Liz Henry Shares A BOOGIE DOWN BRONX TALE at The Green Room 42
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 19, 2026

The singer makes her solo cabaret debut on 6/4 and 6/20 with a show celebrating the musical genres that inspired Brenda growing up, including Hip Hop. We spoke with Brenda about her path to this exciting debut show.
Cast Set For BLUE TSUNAMI June Performance
by Stephi Wild - May 19, 2026

After producing on May 7 a cabaret variety show fundraiser for 2026 Midterm Democratic Congress candidates, Stephen Hanks has announced the cast for the second of four PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI shows.
Lina Koutrakos and Gregory Toroian to Present AN EVENING OF CABARET at Palisades Hub
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 13, 2026

Performer Lina Koutrakos and pianist Gregory Toroian will perform at Palisades Hub in Washington, DC, marking their first appearance in the nation's capital together.
Brenda Liz Henry to Present A BOOGIE DOWN BRONX TALE at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 20, 2026

Brenda Liz Henry will make her solo cabaret debut in A Boogie Down Bronx Tale at The Green Room 42, a show tracing her musical journey through Hip Hop and other genres that shaped her Bronx upbringing.
Elvira Tortora Will Bring THE BOOKMAKER'S DAUGHTER To Josephine’s Cabaret at Club Café in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 13, 2026

Elvira Tortora will bring her Bistro Award-winning and MAC Award-nominated show The Bookmaker's Daughter to Josephine's Cabaret at Club Café in Boston.
PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI! Cabaret Fundraiser Series Launches at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Apr 8, 2026

Producer Stephen Hanks will present PROJECT 2026: BLUE TSUNAMI!, a cabaret variety fundraising series for Democratic Congressional candidates, at Don't Tell Mama on May 7, June 13, September 1, and October 20.
ANN TALMAN: ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND THE SHADOW OF HER SMILE Comes To The Barrymore Film Center
by Stephi Wild - Mar 30, 2026

Ann Talman will bring her Bistro and MAC Award-winning show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile to the Barrymore Film Center in Fort Lee, New Jersey, Friday, May 8, 7:30 PM.
Elvira Tortora Reprises THE BOOKMAKER'S DAUGHTER At Chelsea Table + Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Elvira Tortora will reprise her 2024 Bistro Award-winning and MAC Award-nominated show The Bookmaker's Daughter at Chelsea Table + Stage on Saturday, April 11, at 7:00 PM.
Review: Jeremy Sussman's Entertaining Encore of FROM NO BUSINESS TO SHOW BUSINESS at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Mar 3, 2026

The 'recovering contract attorney' gave an endearing performance at Don't Tell Mama on February 26. Throughout the evening, Sussman’s off-kilter wit and warmth reminded us why cabaret remains such a treasured form.
Matsuki Productions to Offer Master Classes in Cabaret Business
by Stephi Wild - Feb 26, 2026

Matsuki Productions will present specialized master classes focusing on the business of cabaret in March and April. These sessions are designed to provide valuable insights for performers, with limited spaces available.
Jeremy Sussman To Present Encore Of FROM NO BUSINESS TO SHOW BUSINESS At Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026

Jeremy Sussman will return to Don’t Tell Mama for an encore performance of FROM NO BUSINESS TO SHOW BUSINESS, a cabaret show tracing his journey from practicing law to pursuing a lifelong passion for performance.
Terri Dannenberg To Return To Don’t Tell Mama With Encore Performance Of EVERYTHING!
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2026

Terri Dannenberg will reprise her solo cabaret debut, EVERYTHING, at Don't Tell Mama in New York City on February 20 at 7:00 PM. The performance marks a significant return to the stage for Dannenberg, showcasing her range and passion in a personal and intimate setting.
Review: Terri Dannenberg Makes Impressive Debut With EVERYTHING! at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Nov 14, 2025

It's Debutante Season in the cabaret world and Terri Dannenberg is having her coming out party, and looking good while doing it.
Review: Heather Frank Blooms In DEAR BLOSSOM at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 24, 2025

It's debut season in NYC cabaret, and Heather Frank looks like she's going to fit right in.

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