Upcoming Events

LEE ROY REAMS: ME & BETTY (AKA LAUREN BACALL)

June 3 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

Join us as Lee Roy reminisces with stories  and songs about his up-close-and-personal relationship with the legendary star Lauren Bacall. He knew, worked with, and loved Lauren Bacall… but when they were alone, she was Betty Joan Perske from the Bronx! Book now for the inside scoop! The Tony Award®-nominated star of Broadway’s legendary 42nd Street was the first actor to play an openly gay man in the Broadway musical Applause, starring Lauren Bacall.

THIS BROAD'S WAY

June 6 @ 7:00PM

Don’t Tell Mama

In this Broadway themed show, Sue brings her unique voice and interpretation to songs from Wonderful Town, Damn Yankees, Dr. Doolittle, Sweeney Todd, City of Angels, Cinderella, The King & I, How to Succeed in Business, Kiss Me Kate, Wicked—and more! Featuring works by legends like Comden & Green, Bernstein, Bricusse, Sondheim, Zippel, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Porter, and others, these are songs Sue would “never be cast to sing,” sung out of context, with surprising twists, playful arrangements, and a jazz/cabaret spin that’s all her own.

IT’S DE-LOVELY

June 9 @ 7:00PM

Birdland Jazz Club

What better place to be on Cole Porter’s birthday than at Birdland, the crown jewel of New York’s music scene? A joyful, stylish celebration of Porter’s timeless wit and elegance, IT’S DE-LOVELY features beloved standards including “It’s De-Lovely,” “Let’s Do It,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “Begin the Beguine,” “Easy to Love,” and a few delightful surprises originally introduced by Danny Kaye and Jimmy Durante. The New York Times has declared, “Harnar and Porter are a perfect fit,” and this evening promises to be just that—an ideal pairing of interpreter and inspiration.

AND FRIENDS CELEBRATE JUDY GARLAND’S 103RD BIRTHDAY

June 10 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

The evening will feature iconic duets made famous by Judy, reimagined with fresh energy, while special guests offer their own renditions of her most cherished standards. Backed by a full seven-piece band and under the expert musical direction of Phil Reno, this unforgettable night promises music, glamour, and heartfelt homage. Featured performers include Tony Award® nominee Charles Busch (The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife, Die Mommie Die, Psycho Beach Party), Nicolas King (Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, A Thousand Clowns, Hollywood Arms), and Alysha Umphress (On the Town, Bring It On, On a Clear Day You Can See Forever), with more stars to be announced.

YOU CAN'T MAKE OLD FRIENDS

June 15 @ 4:00PM

Join award-winning performers Marissa Mulder and Bill Zeffiro for an evening of unforgettable music and chemistry in their intimate musical duo performance, "You Can't Make Old Friends." With a mix of heartfelt songs and engaging storytelling, this dynamic duo brings a truly special experience to the stage.

A JUNETEENTH JUBILEE – THE NAT PACK: SAMMY & NAT & STEVIE & JOE

June 16 @ 7:00PM

Birdland Jazz Club

Known for her deeply soulful voice, charismatic storytelling, and joyful presence, Douglas will pay tribute to four iconic African American musical legends: Sammy Davis, Jr., Nat King Cole, Stevie Wonder, and Joe Williams. This concert marks the New York City debut of the new program, which recently premiered to rave reviews at London’s famed Crazy Coqs. Clive Davis of The Times (UK) awarded the show a rare five-star review, writing: “(Natalie Douglas) For pure energy, playfulness and heart-on-sleeve emotion, she is in a league of her own. Her latest show…turns out to be even more exhilarating.”

SINGS SONDHEIM

June 20-21 @ 7:00PM

54 Below

Stephen Sondheim is the musical north star of Tony®-nominated Broadway star and writer Melissa Errico. Melissa worked with Stephen Sondheim on productions of Sunday in the Park with George, John Doyle’s hit production of Passion, and Do I Hear A Waltz? at City Center. She played the Baker’s Wife in a concert run of Into The Woods. She has sung Sondheim on PBS, “Finishing The Hat” for Poetry In America, and on her own filmed solo special. She sang and spoke a tribute to him in her Carnegie Hall debut in 2022 with The New York Pops. She has made two all-Sondheim albums, with a third on the way. Musical direction by Tedd Firth.

CABARET SCENES AND AMERICAN SONGBOOK ASSOCIATION CELEBRATE STEVE ROSS

June 21 @ 7:00PM

The Green Room 42

A cavalcade pf Cabaret All-Stars from around the globe celebrate the man the New York Times calls "the Crown Prince of Cabaret". The Darrell Henline Award honors an individual  whose professional career in the field of cabaret is one of consistent excellence and distinction. The illustrious cast includes Peter Mintun, Karen Murphy, Eric Michael Gillett, Ron Spivak, Don Wiggans and, of course, Steve Ross himself, with Michael Lavine, MD. Hosted by the American Songbook Association and Cabaret Scenes Magazine, the annual Henline award show is always a glamorous and meaningful night to remember!