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Cast Announced for New Musical SAWYER THOMPSON at Sacramento Staged Reading Series


The cast has been announced for Sacramento Staged Reading Series' upcoming presentation of the musical Sawyer Thompson, a new contemporary queer reimagining of the characters of Mark Twain.

Seth Bisen-Hersh to Present Virtual Talent Showcase + Self-Isolation Song Cycle


After producing, emceeing and accompanying 583 weekly musical theatre talent showcases at renowned midtown cabaret venue Don't Tell Mama since 2007 featuring over 3,000 performers, award-winning off-Broadway composer/lyricist Seth Bisen-Hersh is excited to bring his cabarets to the internet! 

Cast Announced For Seth Bisen-Hersh's Epic 500th Showcase All-Day Extravaganza


On April 28th, 2018, Seth Bisen-Hersh will present an all-day, wall-to-wall concert of his songs at the renowned cabaret club, Don't Tell Mama, to celebrate the milestone of his 500th showcase. The four-part concert (1PM, 3:30PM, 6PM & 8:30PM) will consist of 100 of Seth Bisen-Hersh's songs, including 3 world premieres, featuring over 70 performers and cast reunions from every musical that Seth has produced in NYC.

Carrie St. Louis, Laura Michelle Kelly, 54 SINGS BILLY JOEL and More Set for This Month at Feinstein's/54 Below


This November, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

BRING BACK BIRDIE Concert Features Two Cut Songs Tonight at Feinstein's/54 Below


Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series presents the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performance only, tonight, November 1st, starring Broadway's Lenora Nemetz (Gypsy, The Rink, Chicago) as Rose Peterson and Arbender Robinson (Shuffle Along, Les Miserables, Beautiful and more) as Mr. Mtobe.

Lenora Nemetz to Lead BRING BACK BIRDIE at Feinstein's/54 Below


As previously announced, Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series will present the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performances only. The Second Act Series will welcome Broadway's Lenora Nemetz (Gypsy, The Rink, Chicago) to the company as Rose Peterson, Albert's beleaguered but devoted wife. Nemetz is no stranger to the role of Rose after touring in Bye, Bye, Birdie opposite Tommy Tune in 1991.

BRING BACK BIRDIE Concert to Feature Two Cut Songs at Feinstein's/54 Below; Cast Complete!


The producers of The Second Act Series have also announced that the special, one-night-only concert will feature two songs cut during the show's original preview period, neither of which have been heard since.

Jay Armstrong Johnson, Carrie St. Louis, Linda Eder and More Coming Up This Fall at Feinstein's/54 Below


Next week, Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

SHUFFLE ALONG's Arbender Robinson Completes Cast of Starry BRING BACK BIRDIE Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below


As previously announced, Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series will present the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performance only. Arbender Robinson (Shuffle Along, Les Miserables, Beautiful and more) completes the cast as Mr. Mtobe, stepping into the tap shoes of Maurice Hines, who originated the role.

Lenora Nemetz to Lead BRING BACK BIRDIE at Feinstein's/54 Below


As previously announced, Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series will present the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performances only. The Second Act Series will welcome Broadway's Lenora Nemetz (Gypsy, The Rink, Chicago) to the company as Rose Peterson, Albert's beleaguered but devoted wife. Nemetz is no stranger to the role of Rose after touring in Bye, Bye, Birdie opposite Tommy Tune in 1991.

BRING BACK BIRDIE's Cleve Asbury Returns for One Night Only Concert at Feinstein's/54 Below


Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series is pleased to present the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performance only on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 7:00PM.

Michael Walters and Loni Ackerman to Lead BRING BACK BIRDIE at Feinstein's/54 Below


Feinstein's/54 Below and the acclaimed Second Act Series is pleased to present the short-lived musical sequel Bring Back Birdie in concert for one performances only, starring Michael Walters (The Honeymooners, National Tour of Babes in Toyland) as Albert Peterson and Loni Ackerman (Evita, Cats, George M!) as his overbearing mother Mae.

SCHOOL OF ROCK's Brandon Niederauer Rounds Out HENRY, SWEET HENRY Concert Cast at 54 Below


Complete casting has been announced for Feinstein's/54 Below concert presentation of the short-lived musical Henry, Sweet Henry.

SCHOOL OF ROCK's Evie Dolan Signs on for HENRY, SWEET HENRY at Feinstein's/54 Below


As previously announced, Feinstein's/54 Below will present the short-lived musical Henry, Sweet Henry in concert for one performance only.

Seth Bisen-Hersh Announces 10th Anniversary Showcase Concerts


On April 27, 2007, Seth Bisen-Hersh produced, emceed and accompanied his first talent showcase at Don't Tell Mama.  Ten years later, he has produced, emceed and accompanied over 450 showcases.  To celebrate the showcase's tenth anniversary, Seth has invited the over 50 showcase alumni to return to the stage for 4 evenings of his songs for: Seth's 10th Anniversary Showcase Concerts!  

BRANDED! A CONCERT Coming to Don't Tell Mama This Month


BRANDED! A CONCERT is coming to Don't Tell Mama on April 11, 2017 at 7pm.

Photo Flash: Original Stars Return for ONWARD VICTORIA: IN CONCERT at Feinstein's/54 Below


Last night, a one-night-only concert of the short-lived musical ONWARD VICTORIA was presented at Feinstein's/54 Below. The 1980 musical chronicles the life of the first female candidate for President of the United States, Victoria Woodhull. Scroll down for photos from the event!

BWW Exclusive: Celebrate ONWARD VICTORIA at Feinstein's/54 Below with #34DaysOfVictoriaWoodhull


To celebrate the life of Victoria Woodhull and promote ONWARD VICTORIA, the team created a hashtag: #34DaysOfVictoriaWoodhull. The first female Presidential candidate was only 34 when she ran for President in 1872. For 34 days, facts from her remarkable life were shared. BroadwayWorld has exclusive access to all 34 below!

Jill Eikenberry and More Original Stars Set for ONWARD VICTORIA at Feinstein's/54 Below Tonight


As previously announced, a one-night-only concert of the short-lived musical ONWARD VICTORIA will be presented at Feinstein's/54 Below tonight, July 19th at 7:00pm. The show's original star, Jill Eikenberry, will narrate the evening and join composer Keith Herrmann (Romance/Romance) for a song from the show.

Barbara Cook, 54 SINGS HAIR and More Slated for Feinstein's/54 Below Next Week


Next week, FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. Scroll down for details!

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