Matt Scharfglass

URBAN STAGES WINTER RHYTHMS Returns In December

New York's Urban Stages has announced the 16th annual awarding-winning cabaret series, Winter Rhythms, with performances from Wednesday, December 4th through Sunday, December 15th. This celebrated series will benefit Urban Stages' Outreach, Arts in Education programs.  

Photos: Carolyn Montgomery's GIRLSINGER at 54 Below Honors Rosemary Clooney

Back by popular demand, Carolyn Montgomery, multi-award-winning star of the concert stage returned to 54 Below on Tuesday November 19, 2024 in girlSINGER, a celebration of Rosemary Clooney. See highlights from the show.

See David Burtka, Marilyn Maye & More Next Week at 54 Below

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including David Burtka and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

16th Annual URBAN STAGES WINTER RHYTHMS 2024 Begins In December

Discover the 16th Annual URBAN STAGES WINTER RHYTHMS 2024, featuring a diverse lineup of performances from December 4-15, 2024.

Review: Sarah Carson Enchants Audience With STRANGE MAGIC at Don't Tell Mama

Expertly directed by Lennie Watts, Carson’s latest cabaret delivers on all fronts. With clever medleys and informative patter, Carson and team created a marvelous, hypnotic show! The next performance is 10/6 at 4 pm

M. Can Yasar's TURKISH RHAPSODY Comes to Don't Tell Mama

Using an  eclectic selection of music Yasar tells the story of a Turkish-immigrant in search of love, identity, and a sense of belonging in America. Using songs from Madonna to Bob Merrill and Jule Styne and Queen and Radiohead to Cher. The show also includes Yasar's original songs to illustrate his unique Turkish and New York stories.

Rob Rokicki To Premiere Upcoming Album MONSTERBABY In Concert In October

Rob Rokicki will celebrate the digital release of his concept album 'The Real Gemma Jordan' and his birthday on October 7 at Chelsea Table and Stage, featuring performances by Broadway talents.

Dawn Derow to Present WOMEN'S WORK Honoring Legendary Women In Music at The Cutting Room

Dawn Derow will present Women's Work at The Cutting Room in NYC, celebrating 16 female music legends like Adele, Joni Mitchell, and Aretha Franklin. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets to the performance.

MOVING PICTURES: SONGS FROM THE SCREEN to Debut at The Triad Theater

MOVING PICTURES: SONGS FROM THE SCREEN will debut at The Triad Theater. The event will showcase a variety of musical numbers that have defined cinematic history. Learn how to purchase tickets.

M. Can Yasar's TURKISH RHAPSODY Comes to Don't Tell Mama

Following his critically acclaimed cabaret debut, M. Can Yasar is coming back with his show “Turkish Rhapsody” to Don't Tell Mama for a one-night-only encore performance on October 1 at 7 pm.

Review: Jenn Bornstein's Touching Tribute DIARY OF A PIZZA BAGEL'S DAUGHTER at Don't Tell Mama

Entering with a rousing mash-up of Michael John LaChiusa’s “Welcome to my Party” and “I Love Being Here with You” by Peggy Lee and Bill Schluger, Bornstein set the tone with a hilarious and touching homage to her father, who sadly passed away during the pandemic. The show is a touching homage to a well-loved father.

Review: James Beaman Is Full of Love & Laughter in LIVED EXPERIENCE at the Triad

James Beaman is fabulously himself in his new solo show. LIVED EXPERIENCE takes a tongue-in-cheek look at everything from Gen Z’s and millennial’s obsession with “safety” and trigger words to Beaman’s own life and long career in acting, cabaret and drag performance.

Interview: James Beaman's Filter Is Off in LIVED EXPERIENCE at Triad Theater

To kick off Pride Month, MAC & Bistro Award-winner James Beaman returns with his acclaimed one-man show on Saturday June 1, 7 pm at the Triad Theater on the UWS. Celebrating 34 years in showbiz—including a decade as one of cabaret's finest female impersonators—Jamie brings his unique and tartly critical point of view on the cultural zeitgeist.

Photos: First Look At 44 LIGHTS: THE MUSICAL Off-Broadway Premiere

44 Lights, LLC will present The Off-Broadway premiere of 44 Lights: The Musical, with book, music, and lyrics by Tim Tuttle. See photos from the production. 

SONDHEIM UNPLUGGED & More Set for 54 Below Next Week

Discover the exciting lineup of performances at 54 Below next week, featuring a variety of talented artists and captivating shows. Don't miss out on the vibrant entertainment scene at this iconic venue.

Photos: First Look at the Company of 44 LIGHTS at AMT Theater

See the full company of 44 Lights at AMT Theater. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Interview: Tanya Moberly's I LOVE NEW YORK SONGWRITERS CD RELEASE at Don't Tell Mama

On May 9th and 10th at 7 pm, award winning singer/producer/director Tanya Moberly will be putting celebrating her album release with live shows at Don't Tell Mama. Moberly’s live double album, I LOVE NEW YORK SONGWRITERS PART I and PART II, is a curated collection of 45 songs by NYC writers Tanya has met through her work as a singer and producer.

Lucille Carr-Kaffashan Performs Final Installment of her 2023/24 Singer-Songwriter Series This May

Bistro and MAC Hanson Award winning vocalist, Lucille Carr-Kaffashan, will return to Don’t Tell Mama in June with the final show of her 2023/24 series honoring the work of singer-songwriters.

Photos: Inside the 2024 MAC Awards

The 38th MAC Awards were presented on Monday, April 15, 2024 at a live ceremony at NYC's Symphony Space. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the winners and guests here!

Review: Can Yasar Brings a Delectable TURKISH RHAPSODY to Don't Tell Mama

From a clever parody of Maria from West Side Story entitled “Muhammed” (as sung: the most controversial name you ever heard) to an endearing version of Mann & Weil’s “Make Your Own Music” with the wonderful Tracy Stark on back-up vocals and keys, Yasar held the audience captive with his storytelling.