Cabaret Schedule

SUMMER 2009
THE AFTER PARTY - EVERY FRIDAY @ 10:30 PM: Hang out for our weekly showbiz soiree, THE AFTER PARTY. Come and relax with a cocktail as some of New York's most talented performers grace the stage at this social schmoozefest. Or better yet, come up on stage & sing yourself. Iron lunged hosts Brandon Cutrell & Alysha Umphress keep things hopping, with piano man Ray Fellman at the keys. Becca Johnson is also on hand to serve drinks & food as well as belting out a few tunes. Located just blocks from the Great White Way, you never know who might drop by. NO COVER.
Shana Farr in Pure Imagination
Tuesday, June 30 & July 7 @ 7pm & Sunday, July 12 @ 2pm: Come meet Shana Farr in her debut cabaret show, Pure Imagination. Although she is not new to the stage, she is excited to enter the world of cabaret. Shana Farr is known for her classically trained, operetta voice and has been seen on several New York stages, including the New York City Center, where she was hailed in The New York Post as “a beautiful, young performer…who is vocally radiant.” In Pure Imagination she sets aside the classical music and brings her rich, expressive voice to songs from all different genres and songwriters. Director by Lennie Watts, with Musical Direction by Steven Ray Watkins. $20 cover plus a $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Jim Van Slyke in The Sedaka Show
Wednesday, July 1 @ 7pm: A celebration of the music of pop icon and legend Neil Sedaka. Jim bring his acclaimed show back to the Beechman stage for one performance only. $20 Cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Baby Dream Your Dream
Wednesdays, July 1 & 8 @ 9:30: Ever wonder what your waitress was really thinking? Probably not. You were probably more concerned with getting your drink. Libby and Flo aren’t just trying to get through life, they’re trying to get through their shifts. Along the way they remind each other that while it’s tough out there, amidst the drink hawking and appetizer slinging, a girl can dream. $10 Cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
The Treats
Thursday, July 2 @ 7pm: The Treats bring their sweet, sizzling singing to The Laurie Beechman Theatre in a trip through the decades. Hear some of your favorite hits re-imagined in tight three-part harmony, backed by New York’s hottest party band, The Populars. Make your reservations now for a thrilling night of music from these classy, sassy ladies. $10 Cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
Stu Hamstra Birthday Gala
Thursday, July 9 @ 7pm: Celebrating the start of the 20th year of publication of Cabaret Hotline Online, which saw its first issue go out (in print) on July 6th, 1990 - published on the internet since 1997. The event also celebrates the 70th birthday of the founder, editor and publisher (and the only person who actually reads every issue all the way through - because he writes them) Stu Hamstra. The show will feature a number of performers who have become favorites of the newsletter's editor over the years. Already announced cast members include cabaret legend Tom Andersen, recent cabaret newcomer Terrell Baker, cabaret/Broadway favorite Raissa Katona Bennett, host of Grace Notes, Grace Cosgrove, the delightful Moira Danis, the all-girl vocal group The Delivery Girls, singer/dancer Ryan Greer and the inimitable singer/actor Jim Speake. Musical director for the show is the 2009-double-MAC-Award winning Tracy Stark. For tickets, visit www.cabarethotlineonline.com
Fat Man Tap Dancing
Saturday, July 11 @ 7pm: A one man musical comedy about the struggles involved with doing a one man show. $12 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Le Scandal
Saturdays, July 11, 18, & 25 @ 10pm: Le Scandal Cabaret is NYC's longest running burlesque variety show. In its ninth year, Le Scandal features variety acts, circus performers, live music and a bevy of burlesque beauties. NY Magazine called Le Scandal, "the rock star of the NY burlesque scene!” And the show is a NY Times “critics pick.” New performers every week! Expect sword swallowers, belly dancers, rope trick cowboys, contortionists, torch singing fan dancers and comedic aerobats, all set to the live music of the Le Scandal Orchestra. For tickets, visit Smarttix: www.smarttix.com or 212 484 4444. $25 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
Jackie Draper in Something New In My Life
Sunday, July 12 @ 5pm & Thursday, July 16 @ 7pm: Join veteran cabaret performer Jackie Draper in her newest show as she sings, seeks, finds “the something new” that recharges, refreshes and revitalizes each of our lives, through songs in English, French, and Spanish by Legrand, the Bergmans, Lasser, Kern, Mercer, Weill, the Gershwins, Pizzarelli/Molaskey, Porter, Bucchino, Aznavour and others. Accompanying Jackie in her quest are Music Director/pianist Gregory Toroian, Ritt Henn, on bass, special guest – dancer Franklin Ayala and guest artist Robbyn Tongue on alto sax. Directed by Helen Baldassare. $18 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
Ryan Speakman
Sunday, July 12 @ 9:30pm: An evening of music theatre favorites, new and old, christening the brand new theatrical production company Speak-Easy Productions. The evening, with music direction by composer/arranger Caleb Hoyer, will feature the talents of Caitlyn Caughell (Next Thing You Know), Nicole Dalto (Next Thing You Know), Jay Armstrong Johnson (A Chorus Line, Hair), Freddi MackLauren Marcus (Craig's Blog), Jeremy Morse (The Plant That Ate Dirty Socks), Ryan Speakman (With Glee) & Gregory Williams. $5 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
Craig Stevens Guide to Makin’ It On Broadway
Monday, July 13 @ 9:30pm: Meet Craig Stevens, he's fierce and collects show posters. Meet his "girlfriend," Janine, she recently lost 78lbs on the Subway diet. Recent graduates of Virginia's prestigious Tidewater Community College, these love birds have moved up to the city in hopes of making it on Broadway. Hailed as "the most clueless boy in New York" by Gawker.com, Craig has been sharing his New York adventures for the past year on Youtube with the "Craig Stevens Video Blog.” Now, Craig and Janine are coming to you live, teaching a performance based masterclass, featuring an original one-act musical, audience interaction, and performances from 3 TBD fancy Broadway performers. Starring: Kevin Michael Murphy, Lauren Marcus, and Lauren C. Adams. Directed by David Alpert with choreography by John O'Malley. Musical Direction by Andy Hertz. $10 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
Brent Winborn in Looking for America
Tuesday, July 14 @ 7pm: Brent Winborn explores a life lived in pursuit of an American dream using the music of Rufus Wainwright, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Nanci Griffith, Rick Jensen, Dean Martin, Karen Carpenter and Simon & Garfunkel. $15 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
Spotlight Series
Friday, July 17 @ 8pm: An ongoing cabaret series featuring the work of New York’s most exciting young composers. $10 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
How Can I Keep From Singing: Celebrating Eva Cassidy
Sunday, July 19 @ 4pm & Monday, July 27 @ 7pm: Performers sing the late Eva Cassidy's popular arrangements of folk, blues and jazz standards. A percentage of the proceeds will go to melanoma research. $15 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show.
SomethinGnu: The Music and Lyrics of Tyler Phillips
Monday, July 20 @ 9:30: Tyler Phillips (composer/lyricist) returns to the Beechman to present the latest installments in his musical theatre songbook. An exciting cast of NYC vocalists explores a wide variety of characters through selections from the author’s eclectic catalogue. An evening of music, ranging from the sounds of traditional theatre music to a modern blend of rock, hip-hop and jazz will benefit the Actors Fund. Check out www.tylerphillipsmusic.com for updates. $15 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1/2 hour prior to show..
Rosemary Loar
Tuesday, July 21 @ 7pm: Singer songwriter Rosemary Loar offers a lush landscape of shimmering vocals with her new pop/rock CD release Indigo and Iridescent. Her groundbreaking approach results in music and lyrics that are whimsical and deeply emotional. The 10 member band provides an explosion of textures and sounds, featuring translucent vocal layering and fiery violin solos by Deni Bonet,(REM, Sarah McLachlan, Cyndi Lauper). $20 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Stacy Brass: What’s Goin’ On?
Thursday, July 23 @ 7pm: Stacey Lynn Brass is thrilled to return to the Laurie Beechman after her successful sold out debut this past February. Brass and musical director Barry Levitt have developed a sound that is fresh and exciting, with songs ranging from standards to top 40. Making her Broadway debut at the age of 10 in Annie, Stacey has been performing in New York and around the world for 30 years. Her witty and touching stories and observations are what round out this thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining evening. Directed by Jessica Silver. $20 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Eric March and Friends Present: Eight New Songs, Four Old Songs and One Cover
Friday, July 24 @ 8pm: How deep does my love run? Will my dreams come true? What if Jimmy Buffett were from Aruba? You have questions, singer-songwriter Eric March and his super-talented friends have Wikapedia'd them. Join them for a night of never-before-heard songs, heard-before songs and one song written by someone else about your darkest fears, closet desires and sandwiches. Come for the clarity. Stay for the air conditioning. $5 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Kate Ferber: One Child Born, the Songs of Laura Nyro
Saturday, July 25 @ 8pm: One woman. Nine characters. The songs of Laura Nyro. Written by Louis Greenstein and Kate Ferber, this new cabaret piece explores the music and creative force of the late singer-songwriter whose pop masterpieces - including Eli's Comin', And When I Die, Save the Country and Stoney End - topped the charts in the '60s and '70s. Nyro's music was an explosive soundscape of turbulent times, drawing a loyal fan base and inspiring a new generation of singer-songwriters. Playing nine characters, each of whose lives were touched by Laura Nyro's music, Kate Ferber takes the audience on a journey of passion, whimsy, humor and timeless songs. Developed through a residency at New York City's CAP21 and with the cooperation of the Laura Nyro estate, One Child Born features ten classic Laura Nyro songs performed by Kate Ferber. $10 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Liz McCartney: Rosemary and Time
Sunday, July 26 @ 7pm & 9:30pm: Broadway’s Liz McCartney returns to the Beechman in her Bistro Award-winning tribute to Rosemary Clooney. Currently treading the boards in South Pacific, Liz has also been seen in Taboo and Mamma Mia! $15 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.
Broadway Remembers Michael
Monday, July 27 @ 9:30pm: Broadway’s best gather to celebrate the music of Michael Jackson. $15 cover plus $15 Food and/or Beverage Minimum. Doors open 1 hour prior to show.