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Michael Rider Returns to Don't Tell Mama with THIS ‘OL HOUSE: STORIES OF A CITY BEAR, COUNTRY QUEEN
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2025

Michael Rider will bring an encore performance of This ‘Ol House: Stories of a City Bear, Country Queen to Don't Tell Mama on Saturday, June 28 at 1:00 PM. The autobiographical cabaret chronicles Rider’s journey from growing up on a family farm in Central Pennsylvania to finding his voice and identity in New York City—told through stories and songs spanning country/rock of the ‘70s and ‘80s, Broadway, and the American Songbook.

Review: Linda Mironti Embraces Being “PERFECTLY IMPERFECT” at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - May 14, 2025

From the moment Mironti stepped onto the stage—radiant and refreshingly real—there was no doubt we were in for an evening that would celebrate both polish and the glorious rough edges of a life well-lived. Catch it again on 9/5

Robert Green to Present ISN'T IT ROMANTIC? At DON'T TELL MAMA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2025

Australian singer Robert Green will make his NYC solo cabaret debut in Isn't It Romantic?, a tribute to Lorenz Hart, one of the 20th century’s great lyricists at Don't Tell Mama. Learn how to purchase tickets.

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!

Andre De Shields, Joe Iconis, and More Take Home 2025 MAC Awards
by Stephi Wild - 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. Check out the winners list here!

2nd Annual BROADWAY FOR WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY to Take Place at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

Mia Rodriguez, star of the new CoorDown 'No Decision Without Us' disability campaign will perform with Broadway's Haven Burton & Nili Bassman in a one-night only performance in celebration of World Down Syndrome Day at The Green Room 42.

Listen: Kim David Smith's MOSTLY MARLENE Album Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 21, 2025

KIM DAVID SMITH's new album Mostly Marlene, is available in streaming and digital formats now! This month, he was nominated for a 2025 MAC Award for “Major Artist.” Learn more and listen to the album.

Interview: Kim David Smith Celebrates New Album, MOSTLY MARLENE, at Joe's Pub
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 13, 2025

Kim David Smith, the provocative international singer and actor, will release the new album Mostly Marlene in digital and streaming platforms on 3/21. Smith will celebrate the album’s release with a special New York concert at Joe’s Pub that night.

Listen: Kim David Smith's New Single 'Illusions' With Charles Busch Out Now
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2025

KIM DAVID SMITH has released the new single from his upcoming album Mostly Marlene. “Illusions” – a studio duet with Tony-nominated playwright and performer Charles Busch. Listen now!

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!

2nd Annual Cabaret For World Down Syndrome Day Will Honor Haven Burton & Nili Bassman
by Emmy Rice - Mar 2, 2025

Stars of the Broadway stage and beyond will join GiGi's Playhouse NYC in the 2nd annual Broadway Cabaret for World Down Syndrome Day. Check here for all the details.

Eugene O’Neill Theater Center Seeking Vocalists for 2025 Cabaret Fellows Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now seeking vocalists for its 2025 Cabaret Fellows program. Applications. Learn more and see how to apply to the program here!

Kim David Smith New Album MOSTLY MARLENE to be Released in March
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025

KIM DAVID SMITH will release the new album Mostly Marlene in digital and streaming platforms on Friday, March 21. Learn more!

M. Can Yasar to Present TURKISH RHAPSODY at Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Using an eclectic selection of music, Yasar will tells the story of a Turkish-immigrant in search of love, identity, and belonging in America at Don't Tell Mama. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Photos: Highlights from Meg Flather's WALK HOME at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 15, 2025

Singer-songwriter Meg Flather's 2/13 celebrated her birthday and the CD release of WALK HOME with a new show at Don't Tell Mama. See highlights from the night snapped by photographer Conor Weiss

Michael Rider Returns To Don't Tell Mama In THIS ‘OL HOUSE: STORIES OF A CITY BEAR, COUNTRY QUEEN
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025

Michael Rider is presenting an encore performance of his show This ‘Ol House: Stories of a City Bear, Country Queen, on Wednesday, February 26 at 7PM, at Don't Tell Mama.

Review: Gian Raffaele DiCostanzo's CONNECTING THE DOTS �" An Entertaining Debut at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Dec 17, 2024

This Don't Tell Mama technician stepped out of the booth and onto the stage with great aplomb! Overall, this was a very strong debut, with great song choices and entertaining patter, masterfully directed by Lennie Watts.

Review: Kim David Smith Vamping Through Hallo-Wien
by Chloe Yang - Nov 14, 2024

Kim David Smith captured Marlene Dietrich's essence in a Halloween-themed cabaret at New York's Café Sabarsky, with a repertoire spanning Weimar classics and pop mashups. Accompanied by pianist Tracy Stark, the show exemplified cabaret as a celebration of artistic freedom, and a vital sanctuary for self-expression in challenging times.

Remembering Our Friend Sandi Durell
by Stephen Mosher - Oct 25, 2024

Services for Sandi Durell and a celebration of life will occur this Sunday, October 27, at twelve noon at Plaza Jewish Community Chapel located at 630 Amsterdam Avenue. 

Feature: Kim David Smith Spills on Hallo-Wien & Christmas Shows
by Chloe Yang - Oct 24, 2024

Australian-born NYC cabaret star Kim David Smith blends Weimar-era classics with contemporary pop at Café Sabarsky and Club Cumming. Known as the 'David Bowie of cabaret,' Smith channels Marlene Dietrich while reimagining songs from Friedrich Hollander to Kylie Minogue, creating immersive performances that prioritize presence over 'authenticity.'