Michael Kirk Lane
Birth Place: Flint, Michigan
Latest News on Michael Kirk Lane:
Michael Kirk Lane's RIGHT WHERE I BELONG Returns To The Laurie Beechman Theatre This Month (Nov 4, 2025)
Anne-Marie Kavulla to Bring SONGS OF A MIDLIFE CRISIS to The Beechman Theatre (Sep 5, 2025)
Review: Michael Kirk Lane Goes Heartfelt In RIGHT WHERE I BELONG at The Laurie Beechman Theatre (Aug 16, 2025)
Michael Kirk Lane's RIGHT WHERE I BELONG Returns To The Laurie Beechman Theatre This Month (Nov 4, 2025)
Anne-Marie Kavulla to Bring SONGS OF A MIDLIFE CRISIS to The Beechman Theatre (Sep 5, 2025)
Review: Michael Kirk Lane Goes Heartfelt In RIGHT WHERE I BELONG at The Laurie Beechman Theatre (Aug 16, 2025)
BIO
Michael Kirk Lane is an award-winning cabaret artist, having won the 2020 Manhattan Association of Cabaret Award for Male Musical Comedy Performer. Along with 3 previous MAC nominations, Lane has been nominated for 3 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards, winning in 2018 for Best Show. Stephen Mosher of BroadwayWorld Cabaret has called Lane “one of the most popular performers and people working in cabaret today.” Cabaret Scenes Magazine has deemed Lane’s work “musical comedy heaven.”
He toured the country in Joe Iconis' musical The Plant That Ate Dirty Socks and appeared as a member of the original cast of the off-Broadway Musical Hell's Belles. Lane is also a member of the voice cast for the children's YouTube series The Flying Tent. He also serves as Associate Producer for No Strings Productions making puppet films for children in troubled areas of the world.
As a teaching artist for over 20 years, including with Wingspan Arts and 92Y School of Music, Lane has taught all ages from pre-school to retirement homes.
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Exclusive: Catching Up and Talking Cabaret with Faith Prince & Michael Kirk Lane
by Robert Bannon - 2024-07-12 12:25:25
TV: Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas at Broadway Sessions!
by Ben Cameron - 2019-12-24 13:01:00
TV Exclusive: A Very, Merry, All-Star Christmas at Broadway Sessions!
by Ben Cameron - 2017-12-25 15:00:45
News
Michael Kirk Lane's RIGHT WHERE I BELONG Returns To The Laurie Beechman Theatre This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Celebrated cabaret performer Michael Kirk Lane will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre for an encore performance of his newest show, Right Where I Belong, on Thursday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m..
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 4, 2025
Celebrated cabaret performer Michael Kirk Lane will return to The Laurie Beechman Theatre for an encore performance of his newest show, Right Where I Belong, on Thursday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m..
Anne-Marie Kavulla to Bring SONGS OF A MIDLIFE CRISIS to The Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025
After a sold-out debut at Joe's Pub in May, Anne-Marie Kavulla will bring her debut solo show, 'Songs of a Midlife Crisis' to the Laurie Beechman Theatre this fall. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025
After a sold-out debut at Joe's Pub in May, Anne-Marie Kavulla will bring her debut solo show, 'Songs of a Midlife Crisis' to the Laurie Beechman Theatre this fall. Learn more!
Review: Michael Kirk Lane Goes Heartfelt In RIGHT WHERE I BELONG at The Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 16, 2025
When Michael Kirk Lane chose the title RIGHT WHERE I BELONG, he could have meant Don't Tell Mama, 92NY, The Laurie Beechman, or anywhere else in the cabaret industry.
by Stephen Mosher - Aug 16, 2025
When Michael Kirk Lane chose the title RIGHT WHERE I BELONG, he could have meant Don't Tell Mama, 92NY, The Laurie Beechman, or anywhere else in the cabaret industry.
Cabaret Roundup: August 11-17, 2025- Morgan James, NY Circus Festival, Nicole Henry & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 11, 2025
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including free outdoor summer shows and stars of Broadway and film/TV doing solo shows.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Aug 11, 2025
NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including free outdoor summer shows and stars of Broadway and film/TV doing solo shows.
Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Leah Crocetto, Rex Smith and more. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Beth Leavel, Casey Likes and More to Perform at 54 Below in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 31, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Beth Leavel, Casey Likes, Joe Iconis and more. See the full month of programming here!
Soprano Leah Crocetto To Make 54 Below Debut in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Grammy Award-winning American soprano Leah Crocetto will make her 54 Below debut with her show A Quiet Thing in August. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Grammy Award-winning American soprano Leah Crocetto will make her 54 Below debut with her show A Quiet Thing in August. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Michael Kirk Lane to Return To Laurie Beechman Theatre in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Celebrated cabaret performer Michael Kirk Lane is set to return to his old stomping grounds, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, with a new show 'Right Where I Belong'! Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Celebrated cabaret performer Michael Kirk Lane is set to return to his old stomping grounds, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, with a new show 'Right Where I Belong'! Learn more!
Lindsay Mendez to Teach Cabaret Workshop at 92NY in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Join Tony Award-winner Lindsay Mendez, alongside award-winning cabaret artists Michael Kirk Lane and Yasuhiko “Yaz” Fukuoka, for an immersive two-day workshop at 92NY. Learn more and see how to join!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 30, 2025
Join Tony Award-winner Lindsay Mendez, alongside award-winning cabaret artists Michael Kirk Lane and Yasuhiko “Yaz” Fukuoka, for an immersive two-day workshop at 92NY. Learn more and see how to join!
Review: Steve Ross Honored By Cabaret Scenes & American Songbook Association
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 22, 2025
The pages of Cabaret Scenes Magazine came to life June 21 at Green Room 42 when, together with the American Songbook Association, publishers of the legendary monthly magazine, they hosted the Fourth Annual Darrell Henline Award evening which honored Steve Ross aka “The Crown Prince of New York Cabaret”.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 22, 2025
The pages of Cabaret Scenes Magazine came to life June 21 at Green Room 42 when, together with the American Songbook Association, publishers of the legendary monthly magazine, they hosted the Fourth Annual Darrell Henline Award evening which honored Steve Ross aka “The Crown Prince of New York Cabaret”.
Sierra Boggess and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond including Sierra Boggess, Lea DeLaria and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 2, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond including Sierra Boggess, Lea DeLaria and more!
See Tom Kitt Featuring Ariana DeBose and More at 54 Below in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 25, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. The lineup includes Tom Kitt featuring Ariana DeBose, plus more!
Photos: Inside West Bank Cafe & Laurie Beechman Theatre's Star-Studded Gala Reopening
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 15, 2025
Tom D’Angora and Michael D'Angora held the official Renaissance Gala last night on Monday April 14th, marking the reopening of one of New York City’s most beloved cabaret venues, The Laurie Beechman Theatre.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Apr 15, 2025
Tom D’Angora and Michael D'Angora held the official Renaissance Gala last night on Monday April 14th, marking the reopening of one of New York City’s most beloved cabaret venues, The Laurie Beechman Theatre.
Photos: Tovah Feldshuh, Niki M. James and More at the 2025 MAC Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 11, 2025
The Manhattan Association of Cabarets presented The 39th MAC Awards on Monday, April 10, 2025, at a LIVE ceremony at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space. See photos here!
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 11, 2025
The Manhattan Association of Cabarets presented The 39th MAC Awards on Monday, April 10, 2025, at a LIVE ceremony at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space. See photos here!
The 92nd Street Y Unveils Full Lineup for Summer Cabaret Conference
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025
After a thrilling inaugural year in 2024, The 92nd Street Y, New York’s School of Music has announced the full lineup for the 2025 92NY Summer Cabaret Conference running July 14-18, 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 9, 2025
After a thrilling inaugural year in 2024, The 92nd Street Y, New York’s School of Music has announced the full lineup for the 2025 92NY Summer Cabaret Conference running July 14-18, 2025.
Lillias White, Noel MacNeal and More to Perform at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Noel MacNeal, Lillias White, and more. See the full lineup and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Noel MacNeal, Lillias White, and more. See the full lineup and learn more!
Review: Maggie Kneip's STUCK IN A MOMENT Was A Masterclass in Storytelling at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Mar 10, 2025
Maggie Kneip has a story to tell—and on Wednesday night, March 5, at Don’t Tell Mama, she told it with a grace, vulnerability, and raw honesty. Kneip’s masterful storytelling made for a captivating evening.
by Analisa Bell - Mar 10, 2025
Maggie Kneip has a story to tell—and on Wednesday night, March 5, at Don’t Tell Mama, she told it with a grace, vulnerability, and raw honesty. Kneip’s masterful storytelling made for a captivating evening.
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup " Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 4, 2025
Looking for a fun show to see this week? 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 Norbert Leo Butz and Judy Collins.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 4, 2025
Looking for a fun show to see this week? 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 Norbert Leo Butz and Judy Collins.
Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and More to Perform at 54 Below in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 28, 2025
Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Jenn Colella, Norbert Leo Butz, and more. See the full March programming here!
92NY and the American Songbook Association to Collaborate on Scholarships for Cabaret Students
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York has revealed that the American Songbook Association will sponsor scholarships for students ages 16 and up to participate in 92NY’s series of Cabaret Workshops and its Summer Cabaret Conference. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2025
The 92nd Street Y, New York has revealed that the American Songbook Association will sponsor scholarships for students ages 16 and up to participate in 92NY’s series of Cabaret Workshops and its Summer Cabaret Conference. Learn more!
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