Feinstein's/54 Below Announces Duo Shows Summer Series, Featuring Christine Ebersole, Marin Mazzie, and Many More
By: Stephi Wild Apr. 19, 2018
Duo Shows At 54! is a summer series at FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW celebrating the special collaboration of two artists brought together, curated by Creative and Programming Director Jennifer Ashley Tepper. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.54Below.com/series/duo-shows-at-54 or call (646) 476-3551.
Monet Sabel & Matthew Stoke, JUNE 4 AT 9:30PM:
Until now, Monet Sabel (Sweeney Todd Off-Broadway) and Matthew Stoke (Williamstown Theatre Festival, Cherry Lane) had only sung together after a couple bottles of wine, at which point one of them would inevitably turn on The Last Five Years recording. They met at NYU on day one of acting class, and spent the next four years becoming best friends. After enduring a BFA's worth of traumatic vocal performance classes, and late night sessions frantically memorizing Chekhov, the cliché of falling in love with your best friend became a reality.
Monet returns to Feinstein's/54 Below after most recently appearing in The Muppets concert series, and has developed shows at the club including Zack Zadek's The Crazy Ones, Hit List from "Smash," and the Smile reunion concert. She has enjoyed originating songs from new musical theatre writers in concerts, demos, and workshops. Matthew was last seen at the club in Chasing Summer by Chavez and Papadimos. In venues across the city he has debuted new musicals by writing teams such as Gretchen Cryer/Nancy Ford, Jonathan Fadner/John Blaylock, and Edison Hong/Tim Parker.
Taking the stage for the first time together, this night will feature some of Monet and Matthew's most-loved tunes. With songs by contemporary musical theatre writers, bands such as Lake Street Dive, and legends like Stephen Sondheim, it is sure to be a great introduction to this up-and-coming duo.
$25-35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Jeff Kready & Tally Sessions: A FINE BROMANCE, JUNE 5 AT 9:30PM:
Join Jeff Kready and Tally Sessions in an encore performance of their sold-out show, A Fine Bromance. Expect an evening of soaring tenor and booming baritone duets! Jeff Kready (A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder, Billy Elliot, Les Miserables) and Tally Sessions (War Paint, Falsettos, School of Rock) bring an evening of jazz standards, classic show tunes, and new favorites, with their own special brand of hilarity, to Feinstein's/54 Below. The Rat Pack meets Simon & Garfunkel meets Abbott & Costello in this show. They'll make you laugh, they'll make you cry, and some of it will be on purpose. You won't want to miss this musical extravaganza of big singing and big belly laughs.
$25-35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
WILL & Anthony Nunziata, JUNE 6 AT 7:00PM:
Acclaimed singer-songwriters and Carnegie Hall headliners Will & Anthony Nunziata bring their soaring tenor voices and soulful harmonies to the timeless songs of then and now. From Rodgers & Hammerstein and Billy Joel to Sinatra and Adele, The New Classics is an unforgettable evening of music and laughs where everything sounds new and always feels familiar, with hits like "Unchained Melody," "New York State of Mind," Adele's "Someone Like You," "The Prayer," as well as brand-new soulful original tunes.
Singers, songwriters, recording artists and advocates of arts in education, Will & Anthony Nunziata are the Brooklyn-born, classically trained singing and comedy brother duo hailed by The Huffington Post as "a nearly impossible pairing of talent, stage presence and charisma." Will & Anthony Just filmed featured roles in the upcoming Netflix comedy "The Last Laugh" starring Chevy Chase and Richard Dreyfuss and recently headlined Carnegie Hall for two sold-out concerts with the New York Pops Symphony Orchestra. The brothers have brought their distinct take on classic & contemporary songs to performing arts centers and theaters, as well as symphony concerts with orchestras such as the New York Pops, Detroit Symphony, Cleveland Pops, Colorado Symphony, Lancaster Symphony, Annapolis Symphony, Cape Cod Symphony, Toledo Symphony, and Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. The brothers studied music, acting and directing at Boston College, and trained in improv comedy at the famed Upright Citizens Brigade in New York City. Featured on Good Morning America and The Rachael Ray Show, Will & Anthony are most proud of their "ARTS MATTER!" Educational Outreach Initiative and Master Class Workshops that educate and inspire students to fearlessly pursue their passions. The brothers are currently working on a brand new album featuring fresh takes on songs from the Great American Songbook to today's contemporary hit makers as well as their original soulful pop compositions. Follow online @willandanthony and visit www.WillandAnthony.com.
$35-45 cover charge. $75 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Kate Shindle & Abby Corrigan, JUNE 6 AT 9:30PM:
In 2016, an 18-year old fresh out of high school and a much older lady with a lot of titles embarked on an adventure playing the very same lesbian cartoonist on a 14-month first national tour. They soon learned that they share great affection for big dogs, dry humor, inappropriate belting, and each other.
Join Kate Shindle (The Sting, Fun Home, Legally Blonde) and Abby Corrigan (Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert, Fun Home, Cabaret) for an eclectic evening of songs from both emerging and super famous musical theatre writers, a pop song here and there, and a couple gigantic duets aiming to blow the roof off the fabulous Feinstein's/54 Below!
$30-40 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Bette Sussman & Elaine Caswell: THE 7 YEAR BITCH, JUNE 7 AT 7:00PM:
What do you get when you mix world-class singing, rockin' piano playing, a wonderfully eclectic song list, and a killer combo....shake it up and then garnish with a head of big of blonde curls and a pair of ruby red lips?
Musical director Bette Sussman (Bette Midler, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin) and vocal powerhouse Elaine Caswell (Cyndi Lauper, Mick Jagger, Darlene Love) team up for their Feinstein's/54 Below debut in The 7 Year Bitch. Known as two of the most respected rock and roll ladies on the planet, they come together now for an evening of fresh, unique, and unpredictable duets. With songs like "Americano," "Woman to Woman," and "Wild Is the Wind," Caswell and Sussman promise an entertaining night filled with humor, heart, and soul. You won't want to miss this enticing musical cocktail full of surprises that audiences will not soon forget. They are joined by The Inseine Combo.
$40-50 cover charge. $80 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum
Tracy McDowell & Eric Michael Krop, JUNE 8 AT 9:30PM:
Tracy McDowell (Motown, Rent) and Eric Michael Krop (Godspell, Grind) are Reunited and it Feels... Perfect? They will bring you a night of hilarity and drama as they sing songs about love, loss, and what it means to be a true friend. These two extremely versatile performers will have you on the edge of your seat as their voices soar through music from Broadway shows to jazz standards to modern pop artists like Adele, Britney Spears, and Ed SHeeran.
$30-40 cover charge. $70 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Ally Bonino & JOE WAGGONER, JUNE 14 AT 9:30PM:
Our Big Fat Then Thin Then Fat Again Italian Cornfed Platonic Commitment Ceremony (or OBFTTTFAICPCC for short)
Performers Ally Bonino (all of the Feinstein's/54 Below shows/concerts, Merrily We Roll Along, Dogfight) and Joel Waggoner (School of Rock, Southern Comfort, JoelCappella) cordially invite you to their not-so-tying of the knot in this evening of stupid stories, soulful songs, glitter, unicorn horns, and probably cake. More likely than not, cake. And probably also a chocolate fountain. Yeah, definitely a chocolate fountain. Come share in all of the platonic love, June 14th at the swankiest spot in town for all of your commitment ceremony needs. See you there! ::burst of glitter::
$25-35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Marin Mazzie & Jason Danieley: HEART TO HEART, JUNE 11-16 AT 7:00PM:
New York City premiere! Marin Mazzie and Jason Danieley, "Broadway's Golden Couple" (San Francisco Chronicle) return to Feinstein's/54 Below after their sold out, highly acclaimed show Broadway & Beyond. This summer, be there when Marin and Jason present fresh interpretations of some of your favorite, heart-filled standards, from jazz to Broadway. Expect this charismatic duo to regale audiences with songs ranging from "My Heart Stood Still" to "Be Careful It's My Heart", from "You Gotta Have Heart" to "With a Song In My Heart". Marin and Jason will be joined by their fantastic trio led by Joseph Thalken. It will be an evening of gorgeous singing you won't want to miss!
Marin Mazzie's Broadway credits include Passion (Tony nomination), Ragtime (Tony nomination), Kiss Me, Kate (Tony nomination), Spamalot, Next to Normal, Bullets Over Broadway, and The King and I. Jason Danieley's Broadway credits include Candide, The Full Monty, Curtains, Next to Normal, The Visit, and the upcoming Pretty Woman. In addition, the couple is known for their many TV appearances, cabaret, concert hall and symphony performances around the world.
$60-70 cover charge. $90 VIP seating. $115-120 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
JENNIFER Lauren Brown & MICHAEL HULL, JUNE 15 AT 9:30PM
Intranationally renowned and 5-time Tony Award-viewing cabaret duo Jennifer Lauren Brown and Michael Hull are back this summer with a brand-new duo show! Known for their unique blend of musicalized storytelling, comedy, and one-upmanship, the pair has been entertaining audiences together since 2013. They've played to sold out shows at Feinstein's/54 Below, The Laurie Beechman Theater, The Hippodrome Theater, and beyond. Now they're back with new stories, old favorites, and timeless shenanigans like never before. Gifts are optional but encouraged.
$25-35 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Joe Iconis & Lauren Marcus: LOVE LETTER, JUNE 21 AT 9:30PM:
Acclaimed writer-performers and real-life married couple Mr. Joe Iconis and Ms. Lauren Marcus take on Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash in this wild show featuring songs made famous by and inspired by the coolest couple in outlaw country. Backed by a pair of actor/singer/multi-instrumentalists, this husband and wife duo will tackle romantic collaborations, artistic relationships, volatile partnerships, live, death, and everything in between. Featuring original songs in addition to a host of re-imagined Cash/Carter classics, the evening is a fiery Love Letter from one pair of mavericks to another. Featuring Seth Eliser and Ian Kagey. Directed by Max Friedman.
$30-40 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Ilene Graff & Nikka Lanzarone, JULY 20-21 AT 7:00PM:
Ilene Graff and Nikka Lanzarone Are Together Again For The First Time!
Grammy-nominated TV mom ("Mr. Belvedere") and Broadway vet, Ilene Graff (Grease, I Love My Wife), and her daughter, Broadway and off-Broadway performer Nikka Graff Lanzarone (Women on the Verge, Chicago, Sweet Charity), are getting together for their first full-length show at Feinstein's/54 Below. From L.A. to New York, from baby ballet to Broadway premieres, this family will highlight songs and stories that show how those experiences have made their relationship stronger, more fun, more interesting, and generationally challenging.
Musical Direction by Nikka's dad, ASCAP-Award winning composer, Ben Lanzarone.
$35-45 cover charge. $75 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Sharone Sayegh AND Raymond J. Lee, JULY 26 AT 9:30PM:
Sharone Sayegh and Raymond J. Lee are teaming up for their first duo show at Feinstein's/54 Below. Taking a cue from "Project Runway," Sharone and Ray are excited to present an evening of Unconventional Materials as they tackle nontraditional casting roles and partner up on a few exciting pop selections.
Sharone and Ray met dancing in wet suits and spandex sparkles in the Broadway production of Mamma Mia!
Sharone is currently originating the role of Anna in The Band's Visit on Broadway. Other Broadway: Mamma Mia! Off-Broadway: Anna in The Band's Visit (Atlantic Theater Company, World Premiere), title role in Scheherazade (Prospect Theater Company) and the world premiere of The Wildness (Ars Nova). Regional: Maria Elena in Buddy (The Muny), Aouda in Around the World in 80 Days (Florida Repertory Theatre), Vidya in Disconnect (San Jose Repertory Theatre, BACC Nom.). Workshop and at La Jolla Playhouse Escape to Margaritaville (Dir. Christopher Ashley). Other Workshops and readings: Hazel, A Musical Maid In America (Dir. Lucie Arnaz Official), Sheila Levine (Dir. Susan Stroman), Hooray For Iceboy (Dir. John Rando), War is F*cking Awesome (Dir. Leisl Tommy), Bengal Tiger at the Baghdad Zoo (The Lark). BFA: Syracuse University. www.sharonesayegh.com @SharoneSayegh
Ray just returned to NYC from the world premiere of Soft Power in Los Angeles. Previous to that he originated the role of "Ralph" in Groundhog Day on Broadway. Ray has also appeared in "Billions," "Smash," "Red Oaks," and "The Jim Gaffigan Show." For more information please visit raymondjlee.com.
Musical direction by Steven Jamail.
$30-40 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Michael Feinstein AND Christine Ebersole, JULY 31 - SEPTEMBER 3 AT 7PM AND 9:30PM:
This August, Michael Feinstein, Ambassador of the Great American Songbook, returns to the club that bears his name, alongside Christine Ebersole, two-time Tony Award-winner, for an unforgettable evening in Two for the Road.
Feinstein and Ebersole will take a summer stroll through classic standards such as "Stormy Weather," "Time After Time," "On the Atchinson, Topeka and the Santa Fe," and of course "42nd Street," in a resplendent celebration of the Great American Songbook. Serenaded by these two legendary performers of both night club and stage, prepare to be charmed in a glamorous evening of duets and medleys from Manhattan's Golden Age.
Michael Feinstein has built a dazzling career over the last three decades bringing the music of the Great American Songbook to the world with recordings that have earned him five Grammy Award nominations, Emmy nominated PBS-TV specials, acclaimed NPR series, and concerts spanning the globe. His work as an educator and archivist define Feinstein as one of the most important musical forces of our time.
Winner of two Tony Awards for Best Actress in a Musical (42nd Street and Grey Gardens), Christine Ebersole has also starred in film (Wolf of Wall Street), television ("Sullivan & Son," "Royal Pains"), and has performed concerts in theaters and concert halls across the country, from The Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall to The Pasadena and Boston Pops. She was most recently nominated for a Tony Award for her acclaimed performance in War Paint on Broadway.
$85-95 cover charge. $120 VIP seating. $150-155 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Larry Owens & James Jackson JR. - SONDHEIN: PUTTING Y'ALL TOGETHER, AUGUST 2 AT 9:30PM:
Two of NYC's top cabaret, sketch, and comedy performers - Larry Owens (Steppenwolf, LarryOwensLive, A Strange Loop) and James Jackson, Jr. (The Black-Ups, A Strange Loop) bring their hilarious tribute show to Feinstein's/54 Below highlighting the effect of Stephen Sondheim's musical genius on performers of all backgrounds. In an age where Diversity In Musical Theatre must be more than just a slogan, Putting Y'all Together is an homage to Mr. Sondheim's vast catalogue and opens the door to every performer seeking inspiration.
Larry Owens just completed his first feature film, To Dust, opposite Matthew Broderick. His theatre credits include Spamilton, Gigantic (Vineyard Theatre), Dreamgirls (Portland Center Stage), Grease (MUNY St. Louis), and the Emcee in Cabaret. He performs cabaret frequently at Feinstein's/54 Below and Joe's Pub. Training: The School at Steppenwolf. For more music and comedy visit www.LarryOwensLive.com.
James Jackson, Jr. has committed several crimes since he was deposited in New York City back when Jesus was a boy. Before embarking on a cabaret career (The Black-Ups) that has seen him at Joe's Pub, Feinstein's/54 Below, DROM, The Duplex, the A.R.T.'s Club Oberon in Boston, and Los Angeles' Lyric Theatre, there were some national tours with angry Brits (Whistle Down The Wind), public belting in close proximity to Rockettes (The Radio City Christmas Spectacular), and more regional theater than any resume should have to deal with (Dreamgirls at Massasoit Theatre - DASH Supporting Actor Award), and even some time as a drag queen (Henri Gabler) with Exigent Theatre Company. Most recently, he has been blocked on Twitter by Kirstie Alley. www.TheJamesJacksonJr.com.
$25-35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Crystal Monee Hall & Marcus Paul James SING Roberta Flack AND DONNY HATHAWAY, AUGUST 3 AT 9:30PM:
Donny Hathaway and Roberta Flack were two of the brightest Soul/R&B stars in the late 60s/early 70s. Each a virtuoso in their own right, together they created what would go down in history as one of the greatest duet albums ever recorded, Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway.
The Where Is The Love concert takes us on a journey back to when these two burning stars collided and gave birth to timeless hits like "You've Lost That Loving Feeling," "You've Got a Friend," and the all-time favorite "Where Is The Love."
Summoning these classics will be the stunningly sultry-voiced singer/songwriter/recording artist Crystal Monee Hall (RENT, The Mickey Hart Band) and the velvet tones of singer/songwriter Marcus Paul James (RENT, In the Heights, The Greatest Showman). Together, they guarantee to call forth that "good ole" feeling as we remember these American treasures.
$30-40 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Arbender Robinson & Anastacia McCleskey, AUGUST 6 AT 9:30PM:
Arbender Robinson and Anastacia McCleskey have 17 Broadway credits (!!!) between them - and in this concert, you'll see the show-stopping performances that are the reasons why! With their unbelievable vocals, incredible versatility, and all-around originality, Robinson and McCleskey will serve up a concert not to be forgotten. >From Hair to The Book of Mormon to Waitress to Hairspray to Beautiful to Shuffle Along, these two have been wowing audiences on Broadway for years. Now get up close and personal in their much-anticipated duo concert!
$35-45 cover charge. $75 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Melissa Errico & Ryan Silverman: BROADWAY ROMANCE, AUGUST 6-7 AT 7PM:
After being paired as co-stars in two hit New York productions - first, Stephen Sondheim's dark and emotional Passion followed by Yip Harburg & Burton Lane's delicious and politically-edged fairy tale Finian's Rainbow, the dazzling duo of Ryan Silverman and Melissa Errico have gone on to appear together nationwide in symphony concerts, and in intimate cabarets, including in brief glimpses at Feinstein's/54 Below, and at Birdland Jazz Club. Great actors shine in great partnerships and this duo is one of those - a connection impossible to predict, moving from emotional rawness to full giddiness, and all points between.
In concert and out of costumed character, Ryan and Melissa revel in their differences - his casual Canadian charm mixed with great baritone vocal strength, and her Manhattanite, quirky warmth and ebullience in the form of an exquisite lyric soprano. Now, for the first time, they have crafted a special full-length concert evening for Feinstein's/54 Below! Featuring an eclectic mix of solos and duets from Broadway and beyond, the pair will sing from the shows that they have appeared in together, shows they would love to appear in together, and tell tales of their showbiz world together.
Musical Direction by Tedd Firth
Directed by Robbie Rozelle
$50-60 cover charge. $85 VIP seating. $95-100 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Heath Saunders & Natalie Walker, AUGUST 11 AT 9:30PM
An Ideal Husband.
The Good Wife.
From their first meeting at a gay porn studio on 40th Street in September 2015, it was fate. They bonded over a love for D'Aulaire's Book of Greek Myths and erotic thriller The Perfect Guy (19% on RottenTomatoes) and have been inseparable ever since. Last fall they made their dream of playing opposite each other a reality as Jack and Sally in The Nightmare Before Christmas: The Concert here at 54, but this taste did nothing to satiate their craving for a true Lunts lifestyle. And so: this August, Heath Saunders (The Great Comet, Newton's Cradle, Jesus Christ Superstar Live on NBC) and Natalie Walker (Puffs, Search Party, mostly Twitter let's be honest) welcome you into their home* for the wedding reception they never had because they are not "technically" or "legally" or "heterosexually" bound. He'll do some of his music, she'll do some of her bits, and together they'll perform classic songs they've always wanted to sing with and to each other.
It will be The Sonny and Cher Show if both Sonny and Cher were Cher, or if Cher was Cher and Sonny was a horse. It will be high-brow and low-brow and always perfectly-arched-brow. You will not leave in the same position on the Kinsey scale. Black tie encouraged. Jumpsuits expected.
*editor's note: Natalie - you don't live here (ARTIST'S NOTE: YES I DO)
$25-35 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Grace McLean & Amber Gray, AUGUST 23 AT 9:30PM
Amber Gray (Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, Hadestown, An Octoroon) and Grace McLean (Natasha, Pierre & the Great Comet of 1812, Brooklynite, Sleep No More) combine forces to scelt and croon the songs that rocked a dressing room on 46th street. Expect 90s alt rock, disco duets, and downtown theatre composers to shake the walls and crack your cheeks... also snakes. The Huffington Post calls Grace McLean "electrifying" and The New York Times says Grace's original music is "a playground...that gleefully skips across traditional boundaries." The New York Times calls Amber Gray a "restless, dynamic performer" and BroadwayBox proclaims her "one of the rising stars of New York theatre." Don't miss these two stunning performers joining together for one outrageous concert!
$30-40 cover charge. $65 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Rebecca Luker & Sally Wilfert, SEPTEMBER 7-8 AT 7PM:
Rebecca Luker and Sally Wilfert's dynamic and original new show, All The Girls, explores the themes of today's woman. With love, strength, and humor, these two beloved performers will draw inspiration from genres ranging from the American Songbook to Pop and beyond. Leading ladies, and also best friends, they are as comfortable with classical and folk/rock music as they are with Broadway showtunes. Joining them as their Musical Director is the inimitable Joseph Thalken. Don't be left out. Get your tickets early!
Between them, Sally Wilfert and Rebecca Luker have a dozen Broadway shows under their belts, including The Secret Garden, Assassins, Show Boat, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, The Music Man, King David, and Fun Home.
$65-75 cover charge. $85 VIP seating. $130 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Eli Bolin & Allison Posner. SEPTEMBER 25 AT 9:30PM:
Eli Bolin & Allison Posner: Together Again For The First Time
Husband/wife team and Feinstein's/54 Below mainstays Eli Bolin (Found, Volleygirls, Skippyjon Jones Snow What) and Allison Posner (Volleygirls, The Last Song of Eddie Scourge) return with their first ever duo show, featuring duets - both together and apart - as they pair off with friends from on and off Broadway. The evening will run the gamut from original songs to their favorites from the worlds of theater and pop, with stories, music, and the occasional magic trick.
$25-35 cover charge. $60 premium seating. $25 food and beverage minimum.
Feinstein's/54 Below, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, is a performance venue in the grand tradition of New York City nightlife. A few blocks from the heart of Times Square and just below the legendary Studio 54, Feinstein's/54 Below is a classically designed state-of-the art nightclub in the theatre district that hosts audiences with warmth and style. Feinstein's/54 Below presents iconic and rising stars from the worlds of Broadway and popular music and has set a new standard for culinary excellence worthy of the world-class entertainment on the stage.
In their description of the venue, The New York Times writes, "Feinstein's/54 Below has the intimacy of a large living room with unimpeded views and impeccable sound; there is not a bad seat in the house. Its sultry after-hours ambience is enhanced by brocade-patterned wall panels planted with orange-shaded lanterns. And the atmosphere is warmer and sexier than in Manhattan's other major supper clubs."
Located at 254 West 54th Street, Feinstein's/54 Below features up to three shows nightly with cover charges ranging from $5-$105. 54Below.com/Feinsteins
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