Cortes Alexander News

Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the extreme open mic that has been running at Birdland in NYC for the past eight years, made it's debut at the Alexis Park Resort in Las Vegas on April 24 and 25.

On Monday, March 21, the Broadway at Birdland concert series was pleased to present songwriter Sam Davis in concert, along with a steller cast of singers, including Kate Baldwin, Andy Mientus, Michele Ragusa, Lauren Kennedy, Heidi Blickenstaff, Danny Burstein, Philip Chaffin, Edward Hibbert, David Hyde Pierce, Matthew Scott, Chris Sieber, Jim Stanek, Bobby Steggert and Will Swenson.

This past Wednesday and Thursday, host Jim Caruso and musical director Billy Stritch oversaw another Hollywood edition of Cast Party, the wildly successful open mic night, which tours the country celebrating local talent. The event, made up of impromptu musical performances, has been running every Monday at Birdland in New York City for the past eight years.

Jenna gives a rundown of where she's been and what's coming up in the world of cabaret (and sometimes beyond!) This week's column features Christine Lavin and friends in concert at Birdland, another great night at Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and Elaine St. George's 'InspiRAYtion' at The Metropolitan Room.

Taking the stage at the Monday night Broadway at Birdland concert series was renowned folk singer/comedienne Christine Lavin.

This past Wednesday and Thursday, host Jim Caruso and musical director Billy Stritch oversaw another Hollywood edition of Cast Party, the wildly successful open mic night, which tours the country celebrating local talent.

Enough comparisons with sister Barbra Streisand! Roslyn Kind is her very own special creation, a singer's singer whose star shines brightly with its individual sparkling light. Based on her performance @ the Catalina Jazz Club Friday October 8, Ms. Kind, apart from possessing a uniquely sizzling vocal style, is warm, funny and joyous, sharing that joy with each and every one of her countless fans, including those in attendance such as legendary singers Linda Hopkins and Diahann Carroll.

This past Wednesday and Thursday, host Jim Caruso and musical director Billy Stritch oversaw another Hollywood edition of Cast Party, the wildly successful open mic night, which tours the country celebrating local talent. The event, made up of impromptu musical performances, has been running every Monday at Birdland in New York City for the past eight years.

An all star cast of Broadway veterans lead a tribute to Oscar, Emmy, Grammy & Tony winning composers Kander & Ebb at Ryan Black's 88's Cabaret AIDS Walk fundraiser on August 16th in Beverly Hills at Gonpachi Restaurant.

An all star cast of Broadway veterans will lead a tribute to Oscar, Emmy, Grammy & Tony winning composers Kander & Ebb at Ryan Black's 88's Cabaret AIDS Walk fundraiser on Monday August 16th at 8pm in Beverly Hills at Gonpachi Restaurant.

An all star cast of Broadway veterans will lead a tribute to Oscar, Emmy, Grammy & Tony winning composers Kander & Ebb at Ryan Black's 88's Cabaret AIDS Walk fundraiser on Monday August 16th at 8pm in Beverly Hills at Gonpachi Restaurant.

On Wednesday and Thursday, July 21 and 22, Jim Caruso's Cast Party traveled West for the third time! For the third time in as many months, the extreme open mic has been jamming The Magic Castle in Hollywood with extraordinary talent, and these two nights were no exception to the rule!

Tonight, Monday, May 24th at 8pm, 88's Cabaret is very excited to celebrate its 3rd Anniversary with performances honoring the last three years. The event will be held at La Boheme's sister restaurant Gonpachi in Beverly Hills. Gonpachi will feature a special menu for 88's with something for everyone (and not at Beverly Hills prices!). Appetizers will start at just $3. The cost is $15 to be seated with dinner (with dinner reservation) and $10 for standing room only, with a cash cover at the door. Cover prices have been lowered as a thanks to all patrons over the past three years. There will be a big announcement at the show that 88's is very excited about. The evening will also include give-aways, prizes and surprises.

88's Cabaret is very excited to celebrate it's 3rd Anniversary Monday, May 24th at 8pm with performances honoring the last 3 years. We hope you'll join us for this special night at La Boheme's sister restaurant the beautiful Gonpachi in Beverly Hills. Gonpachi will feature a special menu for 88's with something for everyone and not at Beverly Hills prices! We're so grateful for your patronage over the last three years we've even lowered our cover prices! There will be a BIG announcement at the show we're really excited about! PLUS give aways, prizes and surprises!!

Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.

Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.

Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.

Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.

Joe's Pub has announced its upcoming events for March 4th-9th. Events include Holmes Brothers CD Release, Somi and Chanda Rule: A Dramatic Reading of Listening To Roots and Voicing Branches, Dear Companion Tour, Billy Eichner Vs. The Oscars: A Pre-Oscar Night Comedy Bash, Bubble Do Beatles: Rubber Soul Family Matinee, Murray Hill Oscar Party, The Tonics, Mel Flannery Trucking Co. CD Release Featuring The Mumbles, and Bridget Everett: We've Got Tonight.

On Fri & Sat, Feb 12 & 13, 2010 at 7:30pm and 10pm - Upright Cabaret presents THE UPRIGHT CABARET REVUE featuring the very best vocalist from Broadway, T.V. and up-and-coming artist in Los Angeles.