Richard Skipper Celebrates … A Special Father's Day Brunch Show Celebrates Birthdays Of Jeanette MacDonald & Sammy Cahn June 18th -

Richard Skipper Dolly — photo credit: Joe Marzullo

Russ Woolley proudly presents Richard Skipper Celebrates … A Special Father’s Day Brunch Show celebrating the birthdays Of Jeanette MacDonald and Sammy Cahn, and remembering Peter Allen on the anniversary of his passing. Sunday June 18th at 1 pm at The Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Musical Guests for the event are Sarah Rice, David Sabella, Mark Watson, Warren Schein, and , as usual, a special surprise Mystery Guest.

George Washington may be the Father of Our Country, among the men whom Abraham Lincoln famously called “our forefathers,” and James Brown may be the Godfather of soul, the recently deceased Chuck Berry one of the fathers of rock and roll, Gilbert and Sullivan are arguably the grandfathers of musical comedy, and Bobby Short the spiritual father of elegant cabaret singer-pianists, but this Father’s Day it’s time to join the man bringing back variety and chatty interviewing in cabaret, taking the hosting and toasting mantle from men also known to burst into song, like Merv Griffin, Mike Douglas, Steve Allen, and Regis Philbin —who else but the guy bringing back the live and lively chat show format with ageless music–the Foster Father of the Talk/Variety Show, Richard Skipper (at left in a photo by Russ Weatherford)

Keeping the flame alive, like when Ed Sullivan and TV musical special extravaganzas filled the air, Mr. Skipper’s guest-stuffed shows are a brunch with a special punch of excitement and devilish fun with music, mirth and mimosas.

Don’t waffle about making a reservation because seats sell like hotcakes and Richard’s lush love for show biz pours as freely and sweetly as maple syrup and is as invigorating as a steaming cup of coffee and he’s even more caffeinated with his energy-infused, infectious personality.This month’s celebration guests are Sarah Rice, David Sabella, Warren Schein, Mark Watson and a very special Well Known Mystery Guest. Previous Mystery Guests have included Melba Moore, Anita Gillette, Hilary Kole, Stacy Sullivan, Jana Robbins, Seth Sikes, Carole Demas & Ruby Rakos.

The program will be under the Musical Direction Of Tedd Firth, with Rex Benincasa on percussion and Jeff Carney on bass.

Richard Skipper knows everyone in Cabaret and almost EVERYONE in show business! and … almost everything about them, making him the perfect host for this ongoing Classic Variety/Talk Show format .. a tour-de-force cabaret show where top names in musical entertainment meet to talk and perform, filled with songs, stories and recollections of lifetimes and moments in show business. Previous Celebrations have included a Reunion Show for Hello Dolly cast members, A Birthday Party for Liza Minnelli, a Celebration of the Music of WW II for Armed Forces Day and A Birthday Celebration for lyricist Yip Harburg.

“We loved celebrating Yip’s birthday with you and Richard Skipper Celebrates!” – Ernie & Deena Harburg

“The 60’s variety show lives in Richard Skipper’s warm hearted joyous evenings!” – Charles Busch

“Richard Skipper knows how to celebrate, and with style! It’s a pure delight.” – Seth Sikes

“Great time, great fun, great host, great guests!” – Eileen Slater

“Nobody celebrates legends like Richard Skipper. If one of your faves is being feted, there’s nowhere on earth more fun to be. And honestly even if you don’t care about the honoree, master showman Richard and his talented crew serve up a fabulously good time.” – Ben Rimalower

Here’s What The Critics Are Saying:

“If you’re a star of stage or screen, and you plan on being honored, Richard Skipper is the man you want for the job!”
Michael Barbieri – QlifeMagazine

“If there’s two things Richard Skipper knows about, it’s how to throw a party and how to entertain an audience on any topic!”
Bart Greenberg – NiteLifeExchange.com

“A facile interviewer and master at off-the-cuff quips!”
Marilyn Lester – Theater Pizzazz

“The ongoing series Richard Skipper Celebrates is indeed itself something to celebrate. The ever-ebullient singing host— who knows that variety (shows) makes for the spice of life — brings his spicy comments and entertainment galore to any stage he bounces onto.”
Rob Lester – CabaretScenes.org

“I had the good fortune not only to attend Richard Skipper Celebrates… for the very first time, but also to perform in Richard Skipper’s Yip Harburg Celebration on 4/8/17. It was a fabulous experience for both his passionate audience and all the performers. Thanks Richard, for your exuberance, humor and love! Continued success!”
-Maureen Kelley Stewart

“Richard Skipper has to be one of the most amazing individuals on this planet. There is not another person that embodies the qualities he has. Whether performing, lecturing, interviewing or writing, Richard Skipper never gives less than 150%. We’re all better because of Richard Skipper.”
-Paul Brogan: author of Was That a Name I Dropped?

“Richard Skipper is a lovely, talented, brilliant soul. He treats all of his guests with respect and makes working with him an absolute pleasure. I would work with Richard again and again! Richard also has an amazing talent…his singing is entertaining and his humor brilliant. The Richard Skipper Celebrates series is something that everyone should experience. You will NEVER be disappointed…”
-Cathy Szabo: Monroe, CT

“Richard Skipper is a BRILLIANT host and entertainer. I would do his show ANYTIME. He should be all over TV, film, and cabaret clubs constantly. He KNOWS how to bring out your best! And he’s NICE about it all. I love him.”
-Anita Gillette

$30 Cover/$20 Minimum per person
*Bottomless Brunch available. Add $20 to any brunch entree and receive unlimited mimosas, screwdrivers or bloody marys! Doors open 12:15pm.Previous shows in this series have SOLD OUT! Reservations a Must!For tickets go to
https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/968230

The afternoon is also made possible by support from Wright Bros. Real Estate, Nyack, New York.

LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE AT THE WEST BANK CAFE
407 West 42nd Street, New York, NYC Richard Skipper is an artist in residence at The Laurie Beechman and will be taking a short hiatus after this Father’s Day show returning September 10th and scheduled monthly through January 31, 2018.