Kole, Lorenson, Morrell Set for Sterling's Upstairs in Aug.

Sterling's Upstairs, the new supper club at Vitello's Restaurant in Studio City, CA. welcomes its August roster of performers which includes Nelson Kole, San Francisco's Russ Lorenson and international singing star Toni Morrell.  Sterling's Upstairs is dedicated to presenting the best of Broadway, cabaret, theatre and nightclub artists.

On August 4th and 5th, Sterling's Upstairs presents "An Evening with Nelson Kole."  "Kole is a pianist/songwriter/performer whose music is as exciting and memorable as the city of New York where he was born.  Combining his outstanding facility and creativity at the piano, with his unique sense of humor and sensitivity, he has developed a style uniquely his own.  From his original songs, to his dazzling interpretations at the piano, he continually surprises and engages his audience.  Mr. Kole has played keyboards and/or conducted for such headliners such as Frank Sinatra and Dionne Warwick, Don Rickles, Ben Vereen, Ann Jillian, Lorna Luft, and Clint Holmes." state press notes.

His television credits include three seasons as co-composer/arranger on Comedy Central's highly rated series "Prime Time Glick," starring Martin Short and co-composer and Musical Director on "Viva Variety," which was also on Comedy Central.  Kole is currently featured on the ABC TV hit variety/reality series "The One, and has collaborated with Billy Crystal writing "out take" songs for Crystal's character, the One-Eyed Monster, in the Disney/Pixar animated feature, Monsters, Inc.  Visit www.nelsonkole.com for more information on Kole.

Lorenson makes his Los Angeles debut on stage at Sterling's August 11, 12, 18, 19 with his current, U.S. touring show "Benedetto/Blessed … A Tribute to the Life and Music of Tony Bennett."  "A terrific voice with charisma to spare, coupled with impeccable musical taste and vocal phrasing apply to Russ Lorenson.  As an actor, Lorenson has appeared with San Francisco's 42nd Street Moon (Finian's Rainbow, Minnie's Boys, Red Hot & Blue!, The Golden Apple) and The Willows Theatre Company (1776).  In San Diego, he has appeared with Starlight Musical Theatre (The Wizard of Oz, The Phantom of the Opera), Lyric Opera San Diego (Rose Marie, The Desert Song), Diversionary Theatre (Ten Percent Revue, C'est La Guerre), and The National Theatre for Children.  As a nightclub entertainer, he has established a reputation as one of the San Francisco Bay Area's leading interpreters of jazz standards."  Visit www.russlorenson.com for more on Lorenson.

August 25th, 26th and September 1st and 2nd at Sterling's is Toni Morrell with her "Salute to the Legendary Ladies." "Morrell – in her own, unique style – salutes such legendary ladies as Liza Minnelli, Ethel Merman, Lena Horne, Shirely Bassey, Peggy Lee, Judy Garland, Marlene Dietrich and a little bit of Lucille Ball. A striking, statuesque beauty from the United Kingdom, Ms. Morrell recently performed on Italy's premier national television show, Domenica In on the Rai Uno Network.  In 2005, she also co-starred with Broadway legend Carol Channing in the Los Angeles premiere of Razzle Dazzle!"

Other appearances in Los Angeles include the California Star Awards with Jack Nicholson, Garry Marshall's Falcon Theatre, the Pasadena Playhouse, the American Renegade Theatre, Coronet Theatre, Cinegrill, Spagos Beverly Hills, Norris Pavillion and aboard the Queen Mary. She has also headlined the Union Plaza Hotel in Las Vegas and appeared with Rich Little at the Excalibur Hotel.  East coast appearances include the Improv, Tatou, The Village Gate and Caroline's on Broadway …each in New York City, and Trump's Castle in Atlantic City.  Morrell has also toured extensively throughout England, Scotland, Wales, Channel Isles, France, Spain and Tenerife, headlining in premier theatres and nightclubs.  Morrell appears with her Musical Director and multi-keyboard "wizard", David Dial.  Visit  www.tonimorrell.com for more information on Morrell.

Seating for all performances is once nightly at 7:00 p.m. and includes a four-course, prix-fixe menu which offers three entree choices, and one hour show.

Kole's performances are priced at the value package of $50.00 per person.

Russ Lorenson's and Toni Morrell's performances are priced at the value package of $65.00 per person.

"Sterling's Upstairs, an all new, elegant supper club and the only venue of its kind in the greater Los Angeles area, celebrated its one month anniversary on July 10.  It is produced by Michael Sterling of Michael Sterling & Associates, the Sherman Oaks-based entertainment public relations company."

"For over 30 years, Vitello's has been known for its outstanding Italian cuisine, romantic atmosphere and superior service.  It is also known world-wide as one of the most legendary restaurants in the United States."

Vitello's is located at 4349 Tujunga Ave. Studio City, CA.  Valet parking is available.  For reservations, call 818-769-0905. 

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