Photo Coverage: Karen Oberlin Presents THE MUSIC OF MICHAEL LEONARD
by Stephen Sorokoff
- Jan 24, 2011
The music of Mickey Leonard, composer and arranger cherished by the cabaret and jazz communities was presented by Karen Oberlin at the Metropolitan Room on January 22, 2011. The evening was hosted by David Hadju and Mr. Leonard's music was sung & played by a bevy of the music worlds finest. The event will also take place on February 10, at 9:30 hosted by Rex Reed. Mickey Leoanrd has written some of the most beloved standards of the Great American Songbook, such as 'Why Did I Choose You?' and 'I'm All Smiles' with lyrics by Herb Martin. He has also written with lyricists Carolyn Leigh and Marshall Barer to name a few, and he has arranged and conducted for the legendary jazz pianist Bill Evans and many others. His songs have been recorded by Barbra Streisand, Barbara Cook, Marvin Gaye, Shirley Horn, Mabel Mercer, Nancy Lamott, Joe Williams, George Shearing, Andy Williams and the list goes on.........Performers in these events will include: Joyce Breach Barbara Brussell, Ellen Bullinger, Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano, Maud Hixson, Tanya Holt, Mickey Leonard, Pamela Luss, Marissa Mulder, Mark Murphy, Mark Nadler, Karen Oberlin, Rex Reed, Jane Scheckter, Sandy Stewart,KT Sullivan, Warren Vache, Jon Weber and special surprise guests.
Rice, Falk, et al. Plays Tudor City Greens Concert Today, 8/3
by Abigail Arnold
- Aug 3, 2010
The Tudor City Greens concert series will present 'A Night at the Opera: Vocal and Instrumental Classics' on August 3 at 6pm, cabaretexchange.com reports. The concert will be hosted by Raissa Katona Bennett, whose credits include THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and CHESS.
The Cabaret Chronicles: Tish Oney, Bill Zeffiro, and More!
by Jenna Esposito
- Jul 31, 2010
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 Tish Oney at Feinstein's at Loews Regency, Bill Zeffiro at La Mediterranee French Bistro, Danny Leary's new variety show at Comix, and more!
Bennett to Host Tudor City Green Concert Today, 7/6
by Abigail Arnold
- Jul 6, 2010
The Tudor City Greens Concert series will continue on July 6 at 12pm with 'A Child's Garden of Verse: Songs By, About, For, and With Children,' the Manhattan Association of Cabarets and Clubs (MAC) has announced. The concert will be hosted by Raissa Katona Bennett, whose credits include THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and CHESS.
The Cabaret Chronicles: Salon, Cast Party, Rob Langeder and More!
by Jenna Esposito
- Apr 17, 2010
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 Salon at Etcetera, Etcetera, Cast Party at Birdland, Rob Langeder at The Metropolitan Room, Cafe Thursdays at The Friars Club, and a look at the week ahead!
The Cabaret Chronicles: Chubby Checker, Joe Bachana, and More!
by Jenna Esposito
- Mar 28, 2010
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 Chubby Checker at Feinstein's, Joe Bachana at The Metropolitan Room, and a couple of great open mics!
Etcetera Etcetera Presents BIG NIGHT OUT 2/18
by BWW News Desk
- Feb 18, 2010
The critically acclaimed open mic series, Big Night Out is bigger and better than ever! Billed as a delicious gathering for the musical community, Big Night Out is a unique and supportive environment for performers and composers of all backgrounds to come together and perform the music that they love. Created by The Fabulous Jennifer Wren, who made her cabaret debut in 2006 with her revue Love, Rainbows and All at Don't Tell Mama, and resident Musical Director William 'Bill' Zeffiro, singers have been encouraged to try out new material, sing the roles that they aspire to play, sing the roles they will never play, or just show off for the joy of it.
Etcetera Etcetera Presents BIG NIGHT OUT 2/18
by Mary Hanrahan
- Feb 9, 2010
The critically acclaimed open mic series, Big Night Out is bigger and better than ever! Billed as a delicious gathering for the musical community, Big Night Out is a unique and supportive environment for performers and composers of all backgrounds to come together and perform the music that they love. Created by The Fabulous Jennifer Wren, who made her cabaret debut in 2006 with her revue Love, Rainbows and All at Don't Tell Mama, and resident Musical Director William 'Bill' Zeffiro, singers have been encouraged to try out new material, sing the roles that they aspire to play, sing the roles they will never play, or just show off for the joy of it.
Accidental Productions Presents BIG NIGHT OUT 12/17 At Don't Tell Mama
by BWW News Desk
- Dec 17, 2009
The critically acclaimed open mic series, continues into the Holiday Season! Billed as a delicious gathering for the musical community, Big Night Out is a unique and supportive environment for performers and composers of all backgrounds to come together and perform the music that they love.
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