Arthur Newman News

The Mod Squad Variety Show features 3 top Palm Springs Entertainers - each a star on their own; Jeff Stewart, Francesca Amari, and Wayne Abravanel on piano and vocals.

On Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 2 PM, local performer Vicki Knight will entertain with her show entitled 'September Once More'. The show will feature songs from Vicki's past, singing songs for her days performing at nightclubs in Canada, along with some of those funny stories she is known. Joel Baker, another local favorite, will accompany Vicki on the baby grand.

You're invited to fasten your seat belts and prepare for laughter as Donald Houtz pulls back the galley curtain and takes you up, up, and away with 'Come Fly With Me'. It's a behind the scenes look of (what once was) one of the most glamorous jobs in the world.

Seattle-based singer, pianist and musical director David DuVall performs his one-man tribute to the legendary Bobby Short, 'So Naughty, So Nice, Songs Bobby Short Taught Me' on Sunday, August 25, 2019 at 2 pm at the Arthur Newman Theater in Palm Desert.

Marcia Harp will star in her new one-woman cabaret concert at the Arthur Newman Theater on Sunday, August 18, 2019 as part of the summer season of Les Michaels Cabaret On Sundays Series, now in it's 11th season. Joining Marcia will be her musical director Jeffrey Lesser on baby grand piano.

With her impeccable and interpretive vocals, masterful storytelling, and engaging charismatic style, Lisa is a multi-faceted talent adding her own narrative flair to music from the worlds of jazz standards and cabaret. From vocalist with a 15-piece big band at major performing arts centers, to headlining LA venue's like Feinstein's at Vitello's, and Catalina Jazz Club, or opening for Broadway stars like Adam Pascal, and Anthony Rapp. Lisa's acting credits are extensive, from TV, film, commercials, and character voices for animated films and TV. Accompanying Lisa will be David Arana on piano.

Gary Lynn Floyd is an American singer-songwriter who connects straight to the heart and lifts up a room with his inspirational lyrics and soulful style.

Los Angeles based singer, songwriter, and musician, Cody Wood will present his one man cabaret concert, 'This Songs For You' on Sunday, July 28, 2019 at 2 pm at the Arthur Newman Theater in Palm Desert.

Traveling the world as an entertainer and as a Cruise Director on numerous cruise ships has given Michael a wealth of first-hand tales from his journeys that he has combined with popular music from The Great American Songbook and Broadway Musicals. A talented singer and dancer with a flare for comedy makes him a natural for live theater and he's performed his cabaret shows in multiple cities throughout the US but 'Fabulous Places' will mark his cabaret debut here in the desert.

Cabaret On Sundays Series presents Clifford Bell and one of his Cabarabia Spotlight shows with Clifford and his friends from Palm Springs: SHARON SILLS, BONNIE GILGALLON, and JOEL BAKER, and from San Diego: DAVID DOOLEY.

A celebration of the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber starring Leslie Tinnaro in her new one-woman cabaret concert. From 'Cats', 'Phantom Of The Opera', 'Sunset Boulevard', 'Joseph And The Amazing The Technicolor Dreamcoat', 'Jesus Christ Superstar', 'Evita', 'Tell Me On A Sunday', and more.

Expect songs like 'Stormy Weather,' 'Blues In The Night,' 'Let's Fall In Love,' 'Over The Rainbow' and more. Getz's TV appearances include the 'Merv Griffin Show,' 'You Write The Songs' and 'Cop Rock.' Getz also was a finalist on 'Star Search.'

The popular 'Cabaret On Sundays' Series presented by Les Michaels of Life Is A Cabaret will begin the 11th season on June 2, 2019 with a total of 18 shows in the Summer Season that runs through September 29, 2019.  The cabaret shows are presented in concert format at the Arthur Newman Theatre located in the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert at 73750 Catalina Way.  All shows are Sundays at 2 pm and tickets are all $15 cash only and doors open at 1 pm. 

One of the desert's favorite performers, Roberta Linn, will perform a special cabaret concert on Sunday, June 2, 2019 at the Arthur Newman Theater at the Jolsyn Center in Palm Desert. The show will feature many of her signature songs along with insider stories about her life, career, and close friendships with some of the biggest names in show business. Joining Roberta will be a trio led by Kevin Tokarz on piano, with Danny Flahive on Bass, and Gary Whiteside on drums. The show will kick off the 11th season of Les Michaels' Cabaret On Sundays Series that will run through September 29th. Tickets for this one show only performance will be sold at the door for $15 cash only at the Arthur Newman Theatre's box office that opens at 1 PM and located in the Joslyn Center at 73750 Catalina Way in Palm Desert. For questions please call Les Michaels at 760-325-2731

Award-winning local singer, Jaci Davis, returns for her 4th appearance at the Arthur Newman Theater at the Joslyn Center in Palm Desert on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 2 PM in 'Jaci Sings Jule'.

Local singer, Kim Halter will perform his new one-man tribute to composer, Johnny Mercer in 'Come Rain Or Come Shine' at the Arthur Newman Theatre in Palm Desert on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at 2 PM as part of the on-going Les Michaels' Cabaret On Sundays Series. With him will be Dede Ondishko on the baby grand piano. Tickets are $15 cash at the door and the Arthur Newman Theater is located at 73750 Catalina Way in Palm Desert. Doors open at 1 pm and showtime is 2 pm.

The desert's own Bill Clifford will perform 'Broadway, Bill's Way - Part Deux' at the Arthur Newman Theatre in Palm Desert on Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 2 PM as part of the on-going Les Michaels' Cabaret On Sundays Series. With him will be Wayne Abravanel on the baby grand piano. Tickets are $15 cash at the door and the Arthur Newman Theater is located at 73750 Catalina Way in Palm Desert. Doors open at 1 pm and show time is 2 pm.

Acclaimed New York jazz singer Martha Lorin brings her show 'Spring Is Here' to the Arthur Newman Theatre in Palm Desert on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at 2 PM. Joining Ms. Lorin will be local musician Doug MacDonald on acoustic guitar. Tickets are $15 cash only at the box office that opens at 1 PM and is presented by Les Michael's Summer Cabaret On Sundays Series, now in it's 10th season.

Chicago cabaret singer Kevin Wood will bring his new show, 'Taking A Chance' to the Arthur Newman Theater on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at 2 PM. The show features songs that point a comical and even poignant light at life, relationships, careers, health, aging, retirement, and more. Joining Kevin will be local pianist, Joel Baker. The Arthur Newman Theater is located at the Joslyn Center at 73750 Catalina Way in Palm Desert. The show is part of the 10th season of Cabaret On Sundays Series presented by Les Michaels. Tickets for the show are $15 cash only at the box office that opens at 1 PM.

Barbara Ward and Matt Borzello will perform their cabaret concert, 'Side By Side' on Sunday, March 10, 2019 at 2 PM. This popular desert duo will perform your favorite songs from the Great American Songbook, Broadway stage, Hollywood films, and popular hits from all genres with Wayne Abravanel on piano at the Arthur Newman Theater at the Joslyn Center located at 73750 Catalina Way in Palm Desert. Tickets for the show are $15 cash on and sold at the box office that opens at 1 PM. The show is part of the Les Michaels Cabaret On Sundays Series, now in it's 10th season.