By Marilyn Lester****The first night of the four-night Mabel Mercer Foundation Cabaret Convention began auspiciously at 6 pm in Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Rose Hall. The 29th annual event, subtitled Cabaret Today! was just that—a […]
By Marilyn Lester****For anyone who loves Old School (said in the best possible way) trad jazz, The Triad on West 72nd Street on September 22nd was the place to be. Jazz pianist, Lenore Raphael, guitarist […]
By Marilyn Lester**** As time marches on, as new songs enter the American songbook and as more and more cabaret shows move further away from the classics of the past, preservation of this musical heritage […]
By Marilyn Lester**** A new foundation, a rebranded foundation and two established foundations are stepping up to keep American music safe. And be assured, American music in all of its forms, does need to be […]
By Marilyn Lester**** Lee Horwin has been fascinated by actress, singer and philanthropist, Libby Holman, for decades. So has actor/director/writer Walter Willison. The two have combined their shared passion for this lady of mystery and […]
Ellen’s Stardust Diner, in the heart of the Theatre District in Times Square, is home to the world famous singing waiters known as the Stardusters. On Tuesday, May 1st, 2018 at 8 PM, five Broadway-bound Stardusters will celebrate the […]
By Marilyn Lester**** Sophie Tucker may have billed herself as “the last of the red hot mamas,” but she was wrong. Carole J. Bufford easily assumes the mantle with her razz ma tazz style, high […]
By Marilyn Lester**** On the fifth anniversary of the Tomatoes Got Talent singing contest, a few thoughts come to mind—about singing, sisterhood, talent and cabaret—and all good, very good. The Tomatoes Got Talent contest is […]
By Marilyn Lester**** Nightlife, the naughty stepchild of live entertainment, may finally be finding redemption and validation with the long-awaited repeal of the so-called “Cabaret Law” and the creation of the City Office of Nightlife. […]
By Marilyn Lester****With a promise of a relaxed and collaborative atmosphere––the Master of the piano and of a vast repertoire of song, “the Crown Prince of New York Cabaret,” Steve Ross, recently has been sharing […]
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