Kristy Cates

Photos: Broadway Stars Turn Out Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2024

On Tuesday, October 8th, many Broadway notables joined forces to raise funds for the historic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre. See photos from inside the event.

Paige Davis, Christiane Noll & More to Star in ALL THE WORLD'S A STAGE on International Women's Day
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 14, 2024

A star-studded Broadway cast, led by actor, writer, and producer Sarah Bierstock, came together to shoot the short musical film, All the World is a Stage, using the song, ‘S Wonderful, (Gershwin) to explore the unrealistic expectations society places on women.

Exclusive: Broadway Unites to Save the West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Tessa Coleman - Oct 11, 2024

The iconic West Bank Cafe and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, hosted a glittering gala packed with Broadway's brightest. In this video, check out exclusive highlights from inside the big night, including performances from Liz Callaway, Amanda Green, Joe Iconis, Judy Kuhn, Amy Spanger, Jeremy Morse, A.J. Shively, and more!

Gabe Ebert, Bianca Leigh, and Amy Spanger Join Tonight's West Bank Cafe Gala
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2024

Three new cast members have joined tonight's special gala to celebrate and raise funds to save a beloved Theatre District institution, The West Bank Cafe. On Tuesday, October 8th, the iconic restaurant and its famed downstairs venue, The Laurie Beechman Theatre, will host a gala packed with Broadway stars.

Zecher & Zecher-Ross' FAMILY MATTERS, Celebrating Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel, to Return to Don't Tell Mama
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 5, 2024

After two sold-out performances in April, MAC Award Nominee Deborah Zecher and her son, NYC music director and conductor, Joshua Zecher-Ross bring their new cabaret show FAMILY MATTERS: A Celebration of All Things Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel back to Don't Tell Mama on Sunday, October 27 at 1 pm and Tuesday, November 26 at 7 pm.

Tom Kitt, Liz Callaway, Orfeh Join West Bank Cafe Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2024

Broadway stars will take the stage for a gala aimed at revitalizing the historic West Bank Cafe and Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Eva Noblezada, Lillias White and More Join West Bank Cafe Benefit Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 18, 2024

A star-studded gala will be held on October 8th to benefit New York's legendary West Bank Cafe, featuring performances and appearances by notable figures from the entertainment industry.

Meet the Cast of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, Beginning Previews Tonight on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2024

Once Upon A Mattress will begin previews on Broadway tonight, Wednesday, July 31, 2024. The revival will celebrate its opening night on Monday, August 12, 2024, for the limited engagement through November 30, 2024, at The Hudson Theatre. Meet the cast of Once Upon a Mattress here!

Deborah Zecher & Joshua Zecher-Ross to Celebrate Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel At Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024

Join Deborah Zecher and Joshua Zecher-Ross as they present FAMILY MATTERS: A Celebration of All Things Rodgers, Rodgers & Guettel at Don't Tell Mama. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: BROADWAY BOUND Is Always Bound to Please Fans of Musicals at 54 Below
by Rob Lester - Dec 10, 2023

Read about what you missed at 54 Below: It's about the shows that missed getting to Broadway. But wait --- that doesn't mean they were missing worthy songs.

Janine LaManna, Kristy Cates, And Major Attaway to Star In Fifth Edition of BROADWAY BOUND at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 16, 2023

Janine LaManna, Kristy Cates, and Major Attaway star in Broadway Bound 5. Get ready for an unforgettable performance!

Photos: On the Red Carpet for WICKED's 20th Anniversary
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 31, 2023

Idina Menzel and Kristin Chenoweth reunite at the special WICKED 20th Anniversary Celebration. Get a look at the photos of the original Broadway stars on the red carpet!

Yazbeck & Della Penna's DEAD OUTLAW, LANGSTON IN HARLEM, and More to Play 54 Below in May
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 29, 2023

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway's Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. A recipient of the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre, 54 Below is a non-profit organization with a mission to preserve and expand the art of the cabaret, honor the music of Broadway, and provide an unparalleled experience to diverse communities.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of WALKING WITH BUBBLES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023

See photos from opening night of Walking With Bubbles!

Kristy Cates to Debut New Solo Show CHECK YOUR PLAYBILL at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2023

54 Below, Broadway’s Tony Award winning Supper Club, will host the premiere of Kristy Cates’ new solo show CHECK YOUR PLAYBILL on Tuesday, May 2nd, 2023 at 9:30pm.

Brittney Johnson, Kristy Cates And More Join SLEEPY HOLLOW, A LEGENDARY MUSICAL Industry Reading
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2023

Sleepy Hollow, A Legendary Musical will be holding a two-show, invitation-only industry reading in New York City, Monday, March 27th, 2023.

WICKED Stars Unite for ELPHABALL at Broadway Sessions
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 14, 2022

Broadway Sessions is proud to present the 6th annual ELPHBALL! A celebration of all things Wicked featuring past and current Wicked cast members. The evening will feature actors who have played Elphaba as well Glinda, Nessarose and Boq! Performers slated to sing include Jennifer DiNoia, Kristy Cates, Christine Dwyer, Alyssa Fox, Brandi Chavonne Massey, Anne Brummel, Amanda Jane Cooper, Allie Trimm, Dawn Cantwell, Mikayla Renfrow, Jordan Barrow and Jess 'JP' Johnson. The evening will also feature performances by 'Rising Star' James Morrison.

A Post-Pandemic Visit to French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts
by Matt Windman - Sep 27, 2022

Theatre critic Matt Windman returns to French Woods Festival of the Performing Arts to check out a Side By Side concert, conducted by Jason Robert Brown. He writes about his experience!

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to the Green Room 42 This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jun 7, 2022

AT THIS PERFORMANCE…  returns to The Green Room 42 featuring Standbys, Understudies and Alternates from A STRANGE LOOP; HADESTOWN; MR. SATURDAY NIGHT; MRS. DOUBTFIRE; THE BOOK OF MORMON;  GIRL FROM THE NORTH COUNTRY and ROMEO & BERNADETTE on Monday, June 20th at 7 PM.   

Standbys, Understudies and Alternates From A STRANGE LOOP & More to Join AT THIS PERFORMANCE... at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2022

Stephen DeAngelis will continue his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…™ to be held on Monday, June 20th  at The Green Room 42, Green Fig, Fourth Floor, Yotel NYC, 570 Tenth Avenue (at 42nd Street), New York, NY 10036 at 7 PM.