Writer and host Deborah Grace Winer wraps up the second season of her Classic American Songbook Series at Feinstein’s/54 Below on Sunday, June 16th at 7:00 pm and 9:30pm with FEELING WICKED: The Magical Side of the American Songbook featuring Jenn Gambatese (School of Rock), Sydney James Harcourt (Hamilton), Matthew Scott (An American in Paris) and Emily Skinner (The Cher Show.). The show is a celebration of Broadway’s enduring fascination with the magical and miraculous. Songs and shows include: “That Old Black Magic,” “Witchcraft,” Peter Pan, Wicked, Into the Woods, Cats and more. It’s directed by Mark Waldrop, with an all-star trio led by Mark Hummel (musical director and piano), with Dick Sarpola on bass and Ray Marchica, percussion.
The show, a special tribute in his honor, features musical arrangements by the late John Oddo. Oddo was music director, pianist and arranger for Rosemary Clooney for almost 20 years, including for 20 of her recordings and countless televised performances. He was pianist for NBC Tony Bennett 90th Birthday special, and as an arranger collaborated frequently with the Boston Pops. He was music director/arranger/pianist for such artists as Tony Danza, Christine Ebersole, James Naughton, Tony Bennett, Ray Charles, Barbara Cook and a longtime collaborator of Michael Feinstein’s.
Shows are Sunday, June 16th at 7 PM and 9:30 PM. There is a $35-60 cover charge for each show, and a $25 food and beverage minimum. Premium seating is available for $75-$95. For reservations and information, visit https://54below.com/events/feeling-wicked/
Feinsteins/54 Below, 254 West 54th Street, NYC.
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