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Interview: Melissa Errico's TWAS THE NIGHT AFTER CHRISTMAS Opens at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - December 26, 2024


Melissa Errico spills more details and guest singers for her new show, running nightly December 26 to 30. Celebrate the week between Christmas and New Year's with the acclaimed singer and MD Billy Stritch.

Jeannette Miller to Present EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE Encore at Pangea
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 26, 2024


Jeannette Miller reconciles and celebrates life's only constant in an encore performance of her new show Everything Must Change, having an encore performance at Pangea. Learn more!

Photos: Inside the 15th A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 26, 2024


For the fifteenth consecutive year, A Swinging Birdland Christmas stormed the stage at the iconic music room. See photos from the event and learn more!

Photos: Renee Guerrero Brings RENEE'S SOIREES to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - December 26, 2024


After a five-year hiatus, classical pianist Renée Guerrero brought back her show Renée's Soirées to Don't Tell Mama. Check out photos from the performance here!

Review: The New York Pops' Go All Out in MERRY AND BRIGHT at Carnegie Hall
by Rebecca Kaplan - December 25, 2024


The New York Pops are always a delight to watch and this year’s holiday show, Merry and Bright, featuring guest vocalist Jessica Vosk, was no exception. The 12/20 and 12/21 show at Carnegie Hall continued the Pops' annual holiday tradition.

Review: Becca Kidwell's LOVE SONGS Reminds Us What The World Needs at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - December 25, 2024


Kidwell is a storyteller with an extraordinary ability to capture the full spectrum of human emotion. Through her powerful vocals, thoughtful selections, and deeply personal reflections, her performance was as moving as it was memorable.

Feature: 14 of the Best Cabaret Shows to See in 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - December 24, 2024


Let's toast the New Year by looking ahead to some of the most anticipated shows of the next 6 months. We put together 14 shows we're looking forward to seeing next year, that are likely to sell out well in advance.

Review: Norm Lewis' THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS Was Exactly That!
by Analisa Bell - December 24, 2024


Norm Lewis brought his signature charisma and warmth to 54 Below in a performance that left the audience thoroughly enchanted. This show was a true gift, one that will undoubtedly be remembered by everyone lucky enough to witness it!

Spotlight: NYE WITH JENN COLELLA at 54 Below
by BWW Special Offer - December 24, 2024


Celebrate NYE with Tony nominee Jenn Colella!

Review: Carole J. Bufford Brings The Jolly To 54 Below With YULETIDE CAROLE
by Stephen Mosher - December 23, 2024


NOW it's Christmas! Thanks to Carole J. Bufford's unique, one-of-a-kind Yuletide show.

Photos: Carole J. Bufford Brings Yuletide Carole to 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - December 23, 2024


Audiences at 54 Below on December 19 and 20 celebrated the holiday season with Carole J. Bufford as she returned to 54 Below with her new show, Yuletide Carole. See photos from the show.

Review: A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS at Birdland Is Holiday Glee Galore
by Rob Lester - December 23, 2024


Swing on by Birdland Jazz Club for A SWINGING BIRDLAND CHRISTMAS with Jim Caruso, Billy Stritch, and Klea Blackhurst. It will get you into the holiday spirit just in time. The show, celebrating its 15th anniversary, is in full swing through 12/25.

Review: THE RANDY ANDYS HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR at The Green Room 42 Offers Cheer
by Rebecca Kaplan - December 23, 2024


There was plenty of old-fashioned fun at the Randy Andy’s Holiday Spectacular. The trio’s 12/19 show featured plenty of special guests, song, dance and enough laughter and holiday cheer to keep you warm all through New Year’s.

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - December 23, 2024


This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: HARMONY FOR THE HOLIDAY WITH DUCHESS Is a Delight at Birdland
by Rob Lester - December 23, 2024


Duchess, the four-member female harmony group made one night during the week before Christmas full of comfort (zone) and joy with songs from their EP and their retro fun songs.

Ali Webb Will Bring LISTEN HERE, The Music of Dave Frishberg to Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - December 23, 2024


Jazz vocalist Ali Webb will return to Don't Tell Mama to celebrate a legendary jazz pianist and songwriter with her show, Listen Here – The Music of Dave Frishberg.

Frog Boyz Presents Live Comedy by Katie Boyle, Nat Towsen, and Mario Benitez
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 21, 2024


FROG BOYZ Presents will take the stage at Caveat for an unforgettable evening of stand-up, sketch comedy, and animations. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: LOSER'S LOUNGE TRIBUTE TO DAVID BOWIE at Joe's Pub Is Lovely
by Lydia Singer - December 21, 2024


Joe McGinty and the Loser’s Lounge put together a lovely tribute to David Bowie, capturing the celebrated singer-songwriter’s many facets. Songs from throughout his career were performed by a wide variety of singers.

LIZA-PALOOZA! Liza Minnelli Drag Show to be Presented at 3 Dollar Bill
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2024


Get ready, Brooklyn! On Saturday, January 4th, the iconic Liza Minnelli comes alive like never before in 'LIZA-PALOOZA!'. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

See Norm Lewis, Christine Pedi & More at 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - December 20, 2024


Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond including Norm Lewis and many more. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets!

NOT THAT GWORL: A TRANS TALE Announced At Town Hall Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - December 19, 2024


Not That Gworl: A Trans Tale is an intimate and powerful exploration of B Noel's journey as a Trans woman, told through the transformative lens of two iconic musicals: Wicked and The Wiz.

Drag Chanteuse Castrata Stars In FEELIN' FESTIVE At Red Eye NY
by A.A. Cristi - December 19, 2024


New York City drag chanteuse Castrata embodies The Queen of Christmas Mariah Carey in FEELIN' FESTIVE, a love letter to the ultimate Christmas album that has been the gold standard for decades.

Interview: Music Director Dan Lipton Rocks Out Weekly at The Friki Tiki
by Rebecca Kaplan - December 19, 2024


Dan Lipton talks about what goes into music directing – changing arrangements to suit various needs, concocting song mashups, and more – and serving up rock hits of the 80s and beyond his weekly show VARIOUS ARTISTS WITH MATT & DAN at the Friki Tiki.

Photos: Opening Night of NORM LEWIS: THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - December 19, 2024


Norm Lewis kicked off THE BEST OF CHRISTMAS, running nightly through 12/24, on 12/18. In addition to a lovely show, Norm’s opening night was a benefit that also aided 54 Below’s Ticket Subsidy program.

Ryan James Monroe Will Perform 2025 Residency At Chelsea Table + Stage
by Stephi Wild - December 19, 2024


Acclaimed singer Ryan James Monroe has announced a year-long residency at Chelsea Table + Stage in 2025. Over the course of the year, Monroe will headline four brand new concerts.


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