Laurie Beechman News

Broadway Sessions w/ Ben D, the weekly musical theater themed variety show at midtown nightclub Therapy, is thrilled to welcome Niki Scalera and Brian Justin Crum Tuesday, May 4th.

Broadway Voices, the small ensemble of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus, presents their new show, 'What More Can I Say? - The Songs of William Finn' on Monday, May 3, 2010, at 9:30pm at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, located at the West Bank Café at 407 West 42nd Street, New York.

Legendary performance artist Penny Arcade will present her first 'Greatest Hits' show ever, THE VERY BEST OF PENNY ARCADE for a 4-week limited engagement beginning May 1st at The Laurie Beechman Theatre -- a rare 'uptown' appearance for a performer who has become synonymous with 'downtown art'.

Tonight Friday, April 30th THE AFTER PARTY is thrilled to welcome recording Artist and Cashino's JOHN BOSWELL plus DAVID LUCKY and TWO surprise guests! We can't tell you who they are, but you will not want to miss them.

Donna Lynne Champlin is set to appear for a CD signing/concert at the Lincoln Center BARNES AND NOBLE on Wednesday April 28th, at 6pm, rescheduled from a previous engagement that was cancelled due to inclimate weather. Champlin will promote her upcoming CD entitled 'Old Friends.'

On Monday, May 10 and May 17, Broadway performer, Niki Scalera will perform at The Laurie Beechman Theatre in the West Bank Cafe at 7 pm. Niki will be celebrating the life and career of Dame Shirley Bassey. Best known in the states for singing the James Bond theme song 'Goldfinger', Shirley Bassey's career has spanned the decades, making her the most successful female British recording artist of all time. Ms. Scalera takes you on a biopic ride throughout Shirley's career and truly answers the question, 'What makes a dame?'

EMERGING ARTISTS THEATRE, Paul Adams, Artistic Director, and Derek Jamison, Associate Artistic Director, present TOGETHER THIS TIME: A NEW ROCK MUSICAL with book by Zac Kline, music by Andrew Heyman, and lyrics by Andrew Heyman & Zac Kline.

It is with great pleasure that The West Bank Café announces upcoming performances to be presented in The Laurie Beechman Theatre. The West Bank Café is located at 407 West 42nd. St., at Ninth Avenue. For reservations, please call 212.695.6909.

After being forced to postpone the world premier of her lastest piece, THE JACKIE LOOK at the Country Club due to the venue's closing this fall, performance artist Karen Finley will now debut the piece at the Laurie Beechman on Saturday, January 23 at 7:30pm. The multimedia show will run consecutive Saturdays at 7:30pm from January 23 - February 27.

Ars Nova, under the leadership of Artistic Director Jason Eagan, will present the world premiere of the new musical BLOODSONG OF LOVE with book, music & lyrics by Joe Iconis and directed by John Simpkins. BLOODSONG OF LOVE, which was commissioned and developed by Ars Nova, began previews on April 1st prior to an official press opening of April 15th at Ars Nova (511 West 54th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues) in Manhattan.

Friday, April 23rd, THE AFTER PARTY Featured Guest could be... YOU! That's right! It's open mic ALL NIGHT LONG! Bring your music or use ours. Just be ready to sing!

Lately, my favorite part of Broadway has been the extras - the bonuses - what happens when the shows are dark.

EMERGING ARTISTS THEATRE, Paul Adams, Artistic Director, and Derek Jamison, Associate Artistic Director, present TOGETHER THIS TIME: A NEW ROCK MUSICAL with book by Zac Kline, music by Andrew Heyman, and lyrics by Andrew Heyman & Zac Kline.

Broadway Sessions w/ Ben D, the weekly musical theater themed variety show at midtown nightclub Therapy continues Tuesday April 20th, featuring Becca Ayers and Phil Putnam.

Broadway Voices, the small ensemble of the New York City Gay Men's Chorus, presents their new show, 'What More Can I Say? - The Songs of William Finn' on Sunday, May 2, 2010, with two shows scheduled at 1pm and 4pm, and Monday, May 3, 2010, at 9:30pm at the Laurie Beechman Theatre, located at the West Bank Café at 407 West 42nd Street, New York.

JENNA ESPOSITO - the 2008, 2009 and 2010 MAC (Manhattan Association of Clubs) Award Nominee for 'Best Female Vocalist' - brings poodle skirts and puppy love back into fashion with her second CD 'To Connie, Love Jenna - Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis,' the world's first-ever tribute CD to one of the most beloved and best-selling female vocalists of the 20th Century.

JENNA ESPOSITO - celebrating her third consecutive year as a MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs) Award nominee for 'Best Female Vocalist' - will bring poodle skirts and puppy love back to the big city with a reprise performance of her acclaimed show, 'Jenna Esposito Sings Connie Francis.'

It is with great pleasure that The West Bank Café announces upcoming performances to be presented in The Laurie Beechman Theatre. The West Bank Café is located at 407 West 42nd. St., at Ninth Avenue. For reservations, please call 212.695.6909.

Ars Nova, under the leadership of Artistic Director Jason Eagan, will present the world premiere of the new musical BLOODSONG OF LOVE with book, music & lyrics by Joe Iconis and directed by John Simpkins. BLOODSONG OF LOVE, which was commissioned and developed by Ars Nova, began previews on April 1st prior to an official press opening of April 15th at Ars Nova (511 West 54th Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues) in Manhattan.

Legendary performance artist Penny Arcade will present her first 'Greatest Hits' show ever, THE VERY BEST OF PENNY ARCADE for a 4-week limited engagement beginning May 1st at The Laurie Beechman Theatre -- a rare 'uptown' appearance for a performer who has become synonymous with 'downtown art'.