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Jenna Esposito Brings MEMORIES ARE MADE OF THIS to Feinstein's/54 Below

By: Oct. 10, 2017
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FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club, presents Jenna Esposito in
Memories Are Made Of This: A Centennial Celebration of the Life and Music of Dean Martin on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 9:30 p.m.

From his humble beginnings in Steubenville Ohio, to his early career success with partner Jerry Lewis, to his days as part of the legendary Rat Pack and beyond, this rousing, crowd-pleasing show recounts the incredible life of this iconic crooner in stories and song.

Featuring such hits as "Everybody Loves Somebody," "Ain't That A Kick In The Head," "You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You," and "That's Amore," along with many more, this is a toe-tapping, head-bopping, finger-snapping romp from start to finish! A must-see for any fan of the "King of Cool!"

Led by Musical Director/Guitarist, Fortune Esposito, Jenna will be backed by an 11 piece band, which features Pete Spina and members of Philadelphia's renowned City Rhythm Orchestra, along with Jenna's own 5 piece band and fabulous backup vocals by Kelly Esposito-Broelmann and Rob Langeder!

Jenna Esposito in Memories Are Made Of This: A Centennial Celebration of the Life and Music of Dean Martin plays Feinstein's/54 Below (254 West 54th Street) on Friday, October 27, 2017 at 9:30 p.m.. There is a $25 - $35 cover charge and $25 food and beverage minimum. Tickets and information are available at www.54Below.com. Tickets on the day of performance after 4:00 are only available by calling (646) 476-3551.

MORE ABOUT Jenna Esposito
Singer Jenna Esposito made her New York nightclub debut in 2004, and has been delighting audiences across the country ever since. She is, perhaps, best known for her tribute to Connie Francis, which has been a smash hit among critics and audiences, alike. Connie herself has praised Jenna's work, raving, "I've known and loved Jenna for years and love the way she sings. I'm ever so grateful for the love and respect she shows to the catalog of songs that has been so good to me through the years." Jenna is also renowned for her tributes to "The Great Italian-American Songbook," which celebrate songs that had their origins in Italy, as well as songs made famous by fellow Italian-Americans.

In New York City, Jenna has headlined at Birdland, Feinstein's at Loews Regency, The Metropolitan Room, BACKSTAGE dope teatro, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, The Duplex, Danny's Skylight Room, and NYC's historic Friars Club. In 2013, Jenna performed at the Highline Ballroom in Manhattan, where she was the opening act and duet partner for multi-platinum recording artist, Patrizio Buanne, and in 2011, she made her debut at
Manhattan's historic Town Hall, sharing the stage with Liza Minnelli, Chita Rivera, Lucie Arnaz, Larry Gatlin and Marilyn Maye. Jenna has also performed shows at the James Armstrong Theatre and the Nakano Theatre in Torrance, CA, The M Bar in Hollywood, Lorenzo's at the Hilton Garden Inn in Staten Island, NY, the Hoboken Italian Festival in Hoboken, NJ, the St. Nicholas Italian Festival in Philadelphia, PA, Milwaukee's Festa Italiana, Empire City Casino in Yonkers, NY, Villa Roma in Callicoon, NY, and Monticello Raceway & Casino in Monticello, NY. Dubbed "the voice of Little Italy," Jenna has performed many shows in Manhattan's historic Little Italy, including numerous solo shows at the famed San Gennaro Festival, and she has made several appearances in Manhattan's Columbus Day Parade. She has also had the honor of singing at the National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) Gala in New York City. Her shows Italian
Undercover, That's Amore: Jenna Sings Love, Italian Style, Takin' A Chance On Love, A Hint of Rosemary: The Songs of Rosemary Clooney, SMOOCH!, and I Hate Men: Songs for the Scorned have all received critical acclaim, and her annual "All-Star Birthday Bash" is a fun-filled evening during which she has shared the stage with a number of New York's finest performers.


Jenna recently released her third CD, That's Amore: Songs From The Great Italian-American Songbook. Featuring songs that have their origins in Italy, as well as songs made famous by Italian-Americans, this recording celebrates music that is near and dear to Jenna's heart, and includes two songs written for her Little Italy shop owner, Ernie Rossi. In November, 2009, Jenna released her second CD, To Connie...Love, Jenna. The CD is a live recording of Jenna's Connie Francis tribute show, which was recorded during her June-July, 2009 run of the show at The Metropolitan Room in New York City. 13 Men...and Me!, Jenna's debut CD, showcases her silky, wide-ranging voice and stylistic versatility with well-loved standards such as "Just In Time" and "Down With Love," pop hits including "One Less Bell To Answer," and "Since I Fell For You," as well as contemporary jazz/pop songs. All three CDS are available at iTunes and CDBaby.com.

Jenna's New York Theater credits include Little Mary Sunshine, Godspell (Wings Theatre), How I Learned To Draw A Sheep (Cornelia St. Café), and Bad Girls by Joyce Carol Oates (Ensemble Studio Theatre). She was also seen in London as Feste in Twelfth Night. Her regional credits include Anything Goes, West Side Story, Sleeping Beauty, and Guys and Dolls. Jenna is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College and a proud member of the Friars Club.

For more information, please visit www.jennaesposito.com.

MORE ABOUT FEINSTEIN'S/54 BELOW
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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