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Review: Linda Jackson Finds Her Place Onstage at Don't Tell Mama in TEMPORARILY LOST
by Analisa Bell - Apr 28, 2026

With a strong narrative voice, and a gift for connection, Jackson has firmly found her place on New York’s cabaret scene. She returns to Don't Tell Mama May 3 and 13
Grace Peña to Present UNDER THE INFLUENCE at Laurie Beechman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2026

Grace Peña, a MAC Award-nominated cabaret performer, will present her new show Under the Influence at Laurie Beechman Theatre in NYC, with music director Analise Levesque.
Photos: Gerrilyn Sohn's TIMELESS: A TRIBUTE TO BERNADETTE PETERS at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 21, 2026

See highlights from the 4/19 Bernadette Peters tribute show by photographer Conor Weiss. Sohn returns to DTM with a sold-out show on 5/2 at 4 pm and another on 5/11 at 7 pm (snag the few remaining tickets now).
Review: Gerrilyn Sohn Debuts TIMELESS: A TRIBUTE TO BERNADETTE PETERS at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 20, 2026

Ms. Peters has inspired a tribute show that has inspired Ms. Sohn to bring all her acting skills to the party.
Photos: Helane Blumfeld's INVISIBLE TO INVINCIBLE at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Apr 19, 2026

See photos from the cabaret singer's April 15 performance at Don't Tell Mama with her new show INVISIBLE TO INVINCIBLE, photographed by Conor Weiss. Blumfeld will next take the show to Sarasota, FL.
2025 MAMA'S NEXT BIG ACT Winner Aaron Valentine to Make Solo Cabaret Debut at Don't Tell mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2026

Aaron Valentine, winner of the 2025 Mama's Next Big Act competition, will make his solo cabaret debut in Who Are You Again? Learning to Sing Through Life at Don't Tell Mama in New York City.
Photos: See Highlights from the 2026 MAC Awards at Symphony Space
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 26, 2026

The 3/23 show honored some of the best of NYC's cabaret scene including Karen Akers, Lillias White, and more. See photos from the event taken by Conor Weiss.
Photos: Lillias White, Karen Akers and More at the 2026 MAC Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 24, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets presented the 40th Annual MAC Awards at a live ceremony at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space. See photos from the event and learn more about the MAC Award winners.
Billy Stritch, Christine Ebersole, Jim Caruso, and More Take Home 40th Annual MAC Awards; Learn More!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 24, 2026

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets announced winners of the 40th Annual MAC Awards on March 23, 2026, at NYC's Peter Norton Symphony Space, including special honoree awards. Check out the full list of winners here!
Gerrilyn Sohn Will Celebrate Bernadette Peters In New Cabaret Tribute
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

Two-time MAC Award nominee Gerrilyn Sohn pays tribute to national treasure Bernadette Peters, whose extraordinary career spans more than five decades. Learn more here!
Review: Frank Dain Commemorates Award Win With Encore of A CELEBRATION at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 5, 2026

A win and a nomination, and this cabaret shows why Frank Dain deserves all the accolades.
Helane Blumfield Premieres INVISIBLE TO INVINCIBLE in New York City and Sarasota
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

Acclaimed New York City singer and cabaret performer Helane Blumfield will return to the stage this spring with her newest cabaret production, INVISIBLE to INVINCIBLE.
Review: Sarah Carson Celebrates Her Welsh Heritage In A WELCOME IN THE HILLSIDE at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Mar 2, 2026

With thoughtful direction, vibrant musical collaboration, and Carson’s luminous storytelling at its core, the night celebrated not only Welsh heritage but the enduring strength of family ties. It was nostalgic, educational, and thoroughly heartfelt.
Photos: Highlights from Linda Moronti's PERFECTLY IMPERFECT at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Mar 1, 2026

On Saturday February 28, 2026 at 7 pm, singer Linda Moronti took the stage once again at Don't Tell Mama with an encore performance of PERFECTLY IMPERFECT. See photos of the show by Conor Weiss
MAC to School 2025: 10th Anniversary Weekend of Artistry, Community, & Song
by Chloe Yang - Feb 27, 2026

MAC to School 2025, MAC's 10th annual educational symposium, took place 9/27–28 in NYC. The two-day event featured master classes, panels, and showcases. MAC's 40th Annual Awards follow at Symphony Space on March 23, 2026.
Eugene O'Neill Theater Center Now Accepting Applications for the 2026 Cabaret Fellows
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2026

The Eugene O’Neill Theater Center is now seeking vocalists for its 2026 Cabaret Fellows program. The Cabaret Fellows program offers emerging vocalists an intensive, performance-driven training experience on the O’Neill’s scenic seaside campus
Photos: Liora Michelle Presents SONGBIRDS OF THE SILVER SCREEN Encore at Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 16, 2026

Opera and cabaret singer Liora Michelle returned with Songbirds of the Silver Screen at Don't Tell Mama in New York City. The program was directed by multi-MAC Award winner Lennie Watts and musically directed by multi-MAC Award winner Bill Zeffiro. See photos here!
Photos: Highlights from Meg Flather's EPIPHANY at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - Feb 16, 2026

See photos from the MAC, Bistro, and United Solo award-winning singer-songwriter's latest show at Don't Tell Mama. She returns with an encore of EPIPHANY on 4/12 at 4 pm.
Review: Janice McCune's LET'S START TOMORROW TONIGHT! at Don't Tell Mama
by Gregory Fletcher - Feb 5, 2026

Janice McCune’s encore performances of a solo cabaret debut exploring the power and magic of music via songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein, Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, Stephen Sondheim, Rod Temperton and more.
Review: John Burns is Fun and Fabulous in BOY BAND at Don't Tell Mama
by Analisa Bell - Feb 4, 2026

BOY BAND is a high-octane, joy-filled celebration of music, memory, and the unapologetic pleasure of loving what you love. Burns’ unbridled enthusiasm is infectious, and the audience at Don’t Tell Mama reveled in every beat.

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