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Phillip Officer’s Tribute to Mabel Mercer

In his current show, You Fascinate Me So, Phillip Officer pays tribute to cabaret legend Mabel Mercer, with Mark Hartman at the piano, showcasing his versatility and heartfelt interpretations of timeless songs. As an ambassador […]

David Sabella Sings Peter Allen at Act2PV

Puerto Vallarta denizen David Sabella, paid tribute to Peter Allen at Act2PV in a show that was also a reflection on his own journey as an artist. A storyteller, Sabella offered anecdotes that brought Allen’s […]

Eden Casteel—Kahn Artist: Madeline and Me

Vocalist- coloratura soprano Eden Cssteel‘s Kahn Artist at the Kasa Karma Red Room was a deep dive into her almost life-long obsession (from her teen years, anyway) with actor-comedienne, Madeline Kahn. Winner of the 2024 MAC […]

Marieann Meringolo—A Lot Of Livin’ To Do

Award-winning vocalist and NYC native Marieann Meringolo brought A Lot of Livin’ To Do, a celebration of the timeless classics from the Great American Songbook to the Casa Karma Red Room in Puerto Vallarta, with […]

An Evening with Sally Mayes in Puerto Vallarta

Sally Mayes, celebrated actress and singer and Tony Award nominee, gave a vibrant performance at the Casa Karma Red Room at Act2PV, with Mark Hartman at the piano, An Evening with Sally Mays brought wit, […]

Ann Talman – Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile

Ann Talman (with Alex Rybeck at the keys) celebrated the birthday of her dear friend, Elizabeth Taylor, at Act2PV in Puerto Vallarta. And, in a town where statues and portraits of the great actress still adorn the […]

Dawn Derow – Because I Can

Vocalist Dawn Derow with Because I Can (Porque Yo Puedo), accompanied by David Maiocco: Derow proved that she can with a stunning performance at Puerto Vallarta’s Act2PV, with a performance spanning, several octaves and genres, […]

Sue Matsuki – This Broad’s Way. Act2PV

Cabaret luminary, Sue Matsuki returned to the Act2PV, Casa Karma Cabaret Theater Puerto Vallarta with her show This Broad’s Way and charmed the audience with her jazz-infused renditions of Broadway favorites, captivating stories and elegant […]

Tracy Stark at the Red Room PV

The 16-time MAC Award winner, music director-arranger-pianist and vocalist, Tracy Stark, presented Tapestry, with a mix of Carole King and other gifted singer-songwriters, as well as some of her original songs.

Natalie Douglas: Killing Me Softly, in Puerto Vallarta

Thirteen-time MAC, two-time Bistro and NYC Nightlife Award winner, Natalie Douglas, presented her brand new show, Natalie Douglas – Killing Me Softly: The 70s at Act2PV. The show featured hits by Nina Simone, The Carpenters, […]

Ann Kittredge Presents Romantic Notions at Act2PV

Cabaret’s multi-award winning Ann Kittredge presented her new show, Romantic Notions, to Act2PV, based on her second album of the same name ((Jazzheads, Inc./King Kozmo Music, 2024), Multi-award winning musical director-pianist was Christopher Denny. This […]

Karen Mason in Puerto Vallarta

Here’s Broadway star and concert and cabaret favorite, Karen Mason at her Puerto Vallarta cabaret debut at Act2PV’s Casa Karma Red Room for a three-date run. This video by Ed Gill captures the magic that […]