COME WITH ME TO PARIS!

September 15 @ 7:00PM

Birdland Jazz Club

Pour the champagne and escape to the City of Light and amour as award-winning chanteuse Karen Akers (Nine, Grand Hotel) sweeps you away with the music of Edith Piaf, Jacques Brel, Cole Porter, Jerome Kern, Harold Arlen, and a mélange of other favorites.  This one-night-only event will take place at Birdland in NYC on Monday, September 15 at 7pm. Karen Akers is one of America's most arresting and successful concert and cabaret stars!

SHOWSTOPPERS

September 16 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

Broadway’s Avery Sommers returns to New York with her new show Showstoppers. Avery is familiar to Broadway audiences from her performances in Ain’t Misbehavin’ and Platinum and from her national tour performances in Chicago and Best Little Whorehouse. Showstoppers is a collection of songs from roles she has performed (“This Joint is Jumpin’,” “Can’t Help Loving That Man of Mine,” “I Know Where I’ve Been”) and roles she wishes to play (“Before The Parade Passes By,” “If You Believe”) interspersed with her own showbiz story and television clips.

STRING THEORY

September 17 @ 7:00PM

Don’t Tell Mama

Join acclaimed singer-guitarist Deborah Stone for String Theory — a genre-blending, emotionally rich musical journey that explores connection, resonance, and the threads that tie us together. With musical direction by Lina Koutrakos, and featuring Daryl Kojak on piano, Tom Hubbard on bass, and Sean Harkness on guitar, this evocative program showcases Deborah’s signature warmth, wit, and vocal artistry. String Theory is an intimate, soul-stirring evening of song, story, and strings not to be missed.

JAMES, JONI, AND ME

September 17 & 20 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

One of the greatest voices of our generation re-imagines the greatest hits of two of music’s most influential singer-songwriters, James Taylor and Joni Mitchell. This intimate performance celebrates the enduring legacy and friendship of these iconic artists through their timeless songs. Holmes brings his interpretative mastery to classics like “Fire and Rain,” “Shower the People,” “Big Yellow Taxi” and “Both Sides Now,” while sharing the story of Taylor and Mitchell’s 50-year friendship and artistic journey from struggling young musicians to legendary icons.

LIVIN’ IT UP!

September 18 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

Broadway veteran Stephanie Pope returns to the cabaret stage after 10 years with her solo 54 Below debut, Stephanie Pope: Livin’ It Up!. Featuring songs from Hadestown, Sunset Boulevard, Jelly’s Last Jam, Fosse, and more, plus music by Billy Porter, India Arie, and selections from her acclaimed CD, Stephanie shares her journey with heartfelt stories and backstage tales of working with legends like Chita Rivera and Bob Fosse. Directed by Broadway icon Ben Vereen and music directed by Ian Herman, this unforgettable evening features David Silliman and Nygel D. Robinson—and is 10 years in the making!

LIVE AT BIRDLAND

September 20 @ 5:30PM

Birdland Jazz Club

If one word could be used to describe La Tanya Hall’s talent, it would have to be diverse. Her versatility in a variety of musical genres has allowed her to travel the world and work with some of the world’s most celebrated artists, including Steely Dan, Seal, Bobby McFerrin, Diana Ross, Harry Belafonte, Aretha Franklin, and Rob Thomas, among others.  La Tanya’s voice has been described as “powerfully sensuous,” “a show stealer” and “beautifully musical” in a number of reviews from around the world.  And her stage presence has been touted as “brilliant” and “extremely engaging.”

MOIPEI LOVES NYC

September 23 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

Identical triplets Mary, Maggy, and Marta Moipei—exceptional vocalists from Kenya—bring their signature harmonies and infectious energy to a uniquely personal concert that reflects their journey from Nairobi choirs to international stages. The show blends selections from the American Songbook, Broadway favorites, jazz standards, spirituals, pop hits, and a heartfelt tribute to their Kenyan roots. With warmth, talent, and joyful spirit, the Moipei sisters promise an evening that will uplift, entertain, and leave you smiling.

THE BEST OF ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY

September 24-27 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

Don’t miss The Best of Ann Hampton Callaway, the new show by the Tony®-nominated singer-songwriter. With her trio led by Grammy winner Billy Stritch, Callaway dazzles us with highlights from her hit shows The Streisand Songbook, Ann Hampton Callaway Sings the ‘70s, The Linda Ronstadt Songbook, To Ella with Love, From Sassy to Divine: The Sarah Vaughan Project, and Finding Beauty: Inspired Classics and Originals. Come see why Christopher Loudon of Jazz Times calls her the “…superbly intelligent, singularly creative pop-jazz stylist who can stand shoulder to shoulder with the likes of Streisand, Ronstadt, Shirley Horn, and Dianne Reeves…”

THE ONE AND ONLY!

September 30 & Oct 3 @ 7:00PM

Don’t Tell Mama

Legendary Broadway and cabaret star Sharon McNight takes the stage for an unforgettable evening of music and laughter. Hailed by The New York Times’ John S. Wilson as “a jovial, semi-tough blonde with a heart-shaped face, a pink-and-white complexion and a voice that could penetrate the hubbub of any frontier saloon,” McNight brings her singular style and powerhouse vocals to the cabaret spotlight. With acclaimed pianist Ian Herman at the keys, expect a night of bold humor, heartfelt ballads, and McNight’s trademark charisma.

SONGBOOK SUNDAYS: TONIGHT, BERNSTEIN

October 5 @ 5:00 & 7:30PM

Dizzy’s Club

Broadway meets the swing of Dizzy’s in a high-spirited salute to Leonard Bernstein, where the genius of On the Town and West Side Story comes alive with a jazz twist. From “Somewhere” and “New York, New York” to “Lucky to Be Me” and more, Tony Award winner Karen Ziemba and Broadway favorite Sydney James Harcourt lend their voices to Bernstein’s unforgettable classics. They’re joined by an all-star band led by pianist and music director Tedd Firth, with American Songbook expert Deborah Grace Winer hosting this lively autumn celebration.

COMME UNE FOLLE (TORCH SONGS FOR TOUGH TIMES BECAUSE GAY)

October 5 @ 8:30PM

Joe’s Pub

Hailed by Broadway World as the “David Bowie of cabaret,” deemed “slyly subversive” by The Wall Street Journal, and called the “male Marlene Dietrich” by The New York Times, Australian cabaret star Kim David Smith returns to Joe’s Pub with Comme Une Folle — torch songs for tough times because gay. In this glittering, genre-bending evening, queer mega-muses collide as Marlene, Minnelli, and Minogue meet Eartha, Piaf, Judy, and more, reimagined in jazzy, Julie London–esque arrangements by award-winning musical director Tracy Stark. Smith is joined by Matt Podd (accordion), Skip Ward (bass), and David Silliman (drums), with special guest turns from Welsh pop star Bright Light Bright Light and Tony-nominated stage and screen legend Charles Busch—both featured on Smith’s acclaimed new album, Mostly Marlene, now streaming everywhere.

ALL THAT MATTERS

October 5 & 11

Don’t Tell Mama

Join celebrated vocalist Corinna Sowers Adler for her latest show, All That Matters — a heartfelt and uplifting musical journey that celebrates what truly counts in life. With Shane Turner at the piano, Corinna brings her signature warmth, clarity, and emotional depth to a thoughtfully curated set of songs that speak to love, gratitude, and purpose. The performance runs approximately 65 minutes, and begins at 7:00PM on October 5th and 4:00PM on October 11th.

JEFF HARNAR SINGS THE 1959 BROADWAY SONGBOOK

October 6 @ 7:00PM

Birdland Jazz Club

The 1959 Broadway Songbook is a musical collage of the 21 musicals that were playing in New York in 1959. Gypsy, The Sound of Music, Fiorello, West Side Story, My Fair Lady, The Music Man, Flower Drum Song, Bells are Ringing, and Once Upon a Mattress are among the shows in this tribute to an era some have called the twilight of The Golden Age of Broadway. Songwriters represented include Jule Styne, Stephen Sondheim, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Harold Arlen & Yip Harburgh, Leonard Bernstein, Comden & Green, and Lerner & Loewe. Over 40 songs are woven together including “Tonight,” “On The Street Where You Live,” “Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Til There Was You,” “The Party’s Over,” and “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”.

SINGS BOBBIE GENTRY

October 6 @ 7:00PM

Don’t Tell Mama

Bistro Award winner and three-time MAC Award nominee Marnie Klar celebrates the soulful storytelling and unforgettable songs of Bobbie Gentry in a captivating evening of music. She is joined by Steven Ray Watkins on piano, Matt Scharfglass on bass, and Don Kelly on drums, with direction by Tanya Moberly. The evening features a $20 cover charge and a $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person, or a $15 cover charge for MAC members with the same minimum. Cash only. Food menu available. Seating begins at 6:15 PM. Approximate running time: 65 minutes.

S’WONDERFUL…

October 17 & 18 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

S’ WONDERFUL… is just that! Christine Andreas reflects on the finest qualities of being a human over 2,000 plus years, (ok… just a small portion thereof :), as she performs the very best of the American Songbook, old and new.  From Berlin to Bacharach, Gershwin to Billy Joel,  not to mention a taste of Rodgers with Hammerstein, Lerner with Lane, Mancini with Mercer,  a little Silvestri with Higgins, and much more!  If you need a little ‘pick me up’  … S’ Wonderful is the musical elixir that will brace your spirit and bolster your heart. Musical direction by Martin Silvestri.

ENEE KATZ SINGS IRVING BERLIN: LOST IN HIS ARMS (ALBUM RELEASE CELEBRATION)

October 19 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

“The Most Heartwarming Show of the Year” is how Times Square Chronicles’ Jacqueline Parker describes Renee Katz Sings Irving Berlin: Lost In His Arms in her recent column “Top Cabaret Artists of 2024.” And now Renee, the multiple MAC and BroadwayWorld Award-nominated cabaret artist, who has often been compared to the late Barbara Cook, reunites with critically-acclaimed arranger and musical director Christopher Marlowe in celebration of the release of their highly regarded new album with her 54 Below debut. The album combines Berlin’s timeless standards with a special focus on his earlier work and some of his rarer gems, together with Renee’s singular sound, and deeply personal perspective.

THIS IS ALWAYS

October 16 @ 7:00PM

Chelsea Table + Stage

Manhattan Association of Clubs & Cabaret's (MAC) Hanson Award-Winning Cabaret Artist Maureen Kelley Stewart performs an evening of classics from the Great American Songbook, Broadway and Contemporary Jazz Standards. In New York, Maureen has presented a number of beautifully-crafted salutes to iconic American composers, lyricists and singers including Johnny Mercer, EY "Yip" Harburg, Harry Warren, Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Richard Rodgers, Lerner & Loewe, Tom Jones & Harvey Schmidt, Bing Crosby and others. She has enjoyed successful collaborations with noted Musical Directors Tedd Firth, Alex Rybeck, Don Rebic, Daryl Kojak, Christopher Denny, David Maiocco, John McMahon, and a cherished 13-year collaboration with the late Dick Gallagher.

A CELEBRATION!

October 16 & 27 @ 7:00PM

Don’t Tell Mama

Frank Dain returns with A Celebration!—an encore performance 24 years in the making. With Kathleen Landis as Musical Director on piano, he is joined by Boots Maleson on bass and Peter Calo on guitar, in association with Kurt Peterson. Directed by Lennie Watts, this not-to-be-missed evening promises heartfelt vocals and stellar musicianship. The performance features a $20 music charge and a $20 minimum per person (must include two drinks), with a full food menu available. Cash only. Seating begins at 6:15 PM, and the show runs approximately 70 minutes.

DREAMING OF A SONG

October 19 @ 7:00PM

Chelsea Table + Stage

Dreaming of a Song unites Klea Blackhurst and Billy Stritch for their first artistic collaboration, a critically acclaimed celebration of Hoagy Carmichael, one of America’s most treasured songwriters. Carmichael, the composer behind timeless standards such as “Stardust,” “Skylark,” “Heart and Soul,” and “Georgia On My Mind,” also penned dozens of hidden gems that shaped the Great American Songbook. With Klea’s ebullient energy and Billy’s suave crooning, the duo brings fresh life to beloved classics while uncovering rarities like “Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief,” “My Resistance Is Low,” and “Walk It Off.” Seamlessly blending solos and duets, they showcase the wit, charm, and emotional depth of Carmichael’s music, offering audiences an evening that is as joyful as it is poignant—a true tribute to one of the most influential voices of 20th-century American song.

PHILLIP OFFICER SALUTES MABEL MERCER: YOU FASCINATE ME SO

October 24 @ 9:30PM

54 Bel0w

No understanding of the American popular song is complete without the knowledge of the legendary Mabel Mercer and her influence on lyric interpretation. Her perfect diction and honest approach to lyrics attracted many of America’s rising singers to emulate her style: Frank Sinatra, Lena Horne, Tony Bennett, Bobby Short, Peggy Lee, and Nat King Cole.  What they learned from Mercer transformed American culture. Tin Pan Alley was expanding its trunk of tunesmiths to include Broadway’s brightest composing stars: Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein, Cy Coleman & Carolyn Leigh. The chic supper clubs and smokey saloons were a perfect playground for the intimate art of cabaret.

RICKY RITZEL'S BROADWAY

October 24 @ 7:00PM

Don’t Tell Mama

Don’t miss Ricky Ritzel’s Broadway!—the Bistro and five-time MAC Award-winning musical comedy series that pays riotous tribute to the Great White Way. Hosted by the incomparable Ricky Ritzel at the piano and featuring an ensemble cast, this beloved show delivers laughter, songs, and showbiz sparkle. Cover charge is $20 ($15 for MAC members) with a $20 minimum per person (must include two drinks). Cash only. A full food menu is available. Seating begins at 6:15 PM, and the performance runs approximately 75 minutes.

DARING DAMES OF THE SILVER SCREEN

October 24-26 (Two Shows Nightly)

Birdland Theater

Carole J. Bufford returns to Birdland Theater with her newest show, "Daring Dames of the Silver Screen." From femme fatales and sultry sirens to plucky ingénues and leading ladies, Bufford will celebrate the women who put their indelible stamp on the face of American Cinema. With exciting, fresh takes on these Hollywood hits, expect an evening of powerhouse vocals and fascinating stories from the cabaret star lauded by The New York Times as "the real thing!" and the Wall Street Journal as the new "last of the red hot mamas!" Featuring songs made famous by Marilyn Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Judy Garland, Lena Horne, Barbra Streisand, Liza Minnelli, Rita Hayworth, Lauren Bacall, Julie Andrews, and more! 

THE SHOW BROADS LIVIN' OUT LOUD

October 25 & 26

Don’t Tell Mama

Marta Sanders and Leanne Borghesi return with The Show Broads: Livin’ Out Loud!—a theatrically comedic, musical nightclub act brimming with powerhouse vocals, outrageous humor, and old-school showbiz flair. Sanders, the legendary Broadway performer (Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, MAC Lifetime Achievement Award), joins forces with Borghesi, the “big-boned comedienne” and 2022 MAC Award winner, for a night hailed as “a sumptuous feast of outrageousness” (Broadway World). Following their sold-out engagements at Birdland Jazz Club, these award-winning singers bring their unique style to the stage with brassy belts, swinging serenades, and a dash of original tunes. Complete with bodacious boas, campy comedy, and sparkling camaraderie, The Show Broads celebrate friendship, diversity, and the joy of truly Livin’ Out Loud!

LIVE AT DON’T TELL MAMA

October 26 & November 1

Don’t Tell Mama

Fresh from New Zealand, award-winning entertainer Ali Harper returns to New York with her signature sparkle, warmth, and powerhouse voice. From the breathtaking landscapes of her homeland to career-defining roles and transformative moments, Ali takes audiences on an unforgettable journey through the music of Carole King, Dave Dobbyn, Edith Piaf, Doris Day, Burt Bacharach, and more. Winner of Best Actress and Best One Woman Show at New York’s United Solo Festival, Harper has been hailed as “a national treasure… her voice, her warmth, her storytelling—all exquisite” (Theatreview). With Musical Director Matthew Everingham and under the direction of Lina Koutrakos, this 70-minute evening promises brassy charm, heartfelt artistry, and a true celebration of life and song.

LIVE AT 54 BELOW

October 26 - November 28

54 Below

Back by popular demand! Marilyn Maye makes a shining return to Broadway’s Living Room. A theatrical legend with the power to “melt the heart of the most hardened cynics” (The New York Times), Maye will show audiences why she’s been crowned Manhattan’s Queen of Cabaret. Following her recent sold-out shows, Marilyn returns with an all new show. Her previous engagements at 54 Below have been critically acclaimed, with rave reviews calling her concerts “a master class in singing conducted by a polished pro” (The New York Observer), who bowls audiences over “in the hippest, most swinging way imaginable” (The Wall Street Journal). Put simply, “no entertainer gives you more in terms of great music, great theater, and great comedy” (Opera News).

TRIBUTES: THE 70'S

October 27 @ 7:00PM

Birdland Jazz Club

Natalie is thrilled to collaborate with her longtime Music Director, Mark Hartman (Avenue Q, Sondheim on Sondheim, Drama Desk Nominee), and her band as they debut an exciting program celebrating this singular decade: from bell bottoms to “Dyn-O-Mite!” to feathered hair to disco and Watergate - these symbols of the “Me Generation” heralded great musical, cultural and social transformation, including iconic tunes by artists such as Roberta Flack, Marvin Gaye, The Carpenters, Stevie Wonder, Linda Ronstadt, Janis Ian, and a few unforgettable “one-hit wonders.”

BARRINGTON STAGE COMPANY HONORS EDA SOROKOFF

October 27 @ 6:00PM

Chelsea Table + Stage

Barrington Stage Company will host its annual fall celebration, cabaret-style in NYC, with Broadway favorite Norm Lewis as host. The evening will feature appearances from Hugh Panaro (Masquerade), Tony winner Donna McKechnie (A Chorus Line), and Storm Large. Directed by Richard Jay-Alexander with music direction by Billy Stritch, the event will pay special tribute to former BSC Board Chair Eda Sorokoff. Proceeds will benefit the company’s Julianne Boyd New Works Fund, supporting the development of original plays and musicals. Guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, and a one-night-only performance celebrating BSC’s legacy and future.

WHEN IN LOVE

October 28 @ 7:00PM

Chelsea Table + Stage

2025 Bistro Award–winning singer and recording artist Ann Kittredge returns with When in Love, an intimate evening accompanied solely by her musical director Christopher Denny. Together they explore the many facets of human nature—especially that unruly emotion called love—through a musically diverse program ranging from classics like “Melancholy Baby” and “It Might as Well Be Spring” to contemporary gems such as Ahrens and Flaherty’s “The Human Heart” and Alan Menken and Tim Rice’s “When I Fall in Love,” written for their Broadway musical King David (in which Ann appeared). Critics hail Kittredge as “rapturous…a unique talent…compelling to watch” (Cabaret Scenes), praising her ability to dig deep into emotion with “captivatingly convincing renditions” (Talkin’ Broadway).