Ricky Ritzel

Karen Mason to be Honored at RICKY RITZEL'S BROADWAY at Don't Tell Mama
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024

Ricky Ritzel's Broadway will present its October 2024 edition honoring Karen Mason. Learn how to attend.

DAYDREAM: A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF JOHN HOGLUND Announced At Pangea
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 15, 2024

Enjoy a special evening of music and memories in tribute to Cabaret reviewer, the late John Hoglund on September 27, 2023 at Pangea NYC.

Photos: Inside the 2024 MAC Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 16, 2024

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!

Liz Callaway, Billy Stritch & More Nominated for 2024 MAC Awards - See the Full List!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2024

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets has revealed the 2024 MAC Award nominees. See who was nominated!

Reviews: Miss Mayes and Much More Music in Manhattan
by Rob Lester - Dec 18, 2023

There's all kinds of music to check out in Manhattan -- Here's a sampling of the first in a series of Sally Mayes at Green Room 42, the return of the wonderfully wacky Lounge-O-Leer guys at Pangea, Karen Mack & Elliot Roth in Pangea's actual lounge, and some Hanukkah songs

A Nashville Theater Tribute: GIVING THANKS FOR DENICE, Part 3
by Jeffrey Ellis - Nov 22, 2023

Denice Hicks is a national treasure who's been hiding out in plain sight in Nashville, Tennessee, for more than a quarter century. One of the most sought-after actors and directors in town, she has appeared on virtually every stage and her exquisite talents have been enjoyed by audiences and fellow theatre-types since her first Music City appearance as a cast member at the now-defunct Opryland USA theme park.

Review: FOUR SHOWS Show the Variety Offered by the Venue That's 41 Years Old: Don't Tell Mama
by Rob Lester - Oct 30, 2023

Anita Gillette is hosted by Ricky Ritzel, Jason Henderson sparkles with Noel Coward songs, Therese Lee recalls encounters with Hollywood stars and her own dramas, and some kids and teens strut their stuff at Don't Tell Mama.

Ricky Ritzel Will Perform in Gettysburg at 2024 Season Announcement
by Stephi Wild - Sep 11, 2023

Gettysburg Community Theatre will announce their 2024 Season during their Mostly Broadway Cabaret on Friday, September 22, 2023. The performance will be led by Award-Winning NYC Cabaret Pianist, Ricky Ritzel. Learn more about the event here!

Review: RICKY RITZEL'S BROADWAY Honors off-Broadway at Don't Tell Mama
by Ricky Pope - May 1, 2023

Tou are missing out on one of the last vestiges of what the golden age of cabaret was like.

Photos: On the Red Carpet for the 37th Annual MAC Awards
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Apr 5, 2023

Check out photos from the red carpet of the 37th annual MAC Awards!

Patti LuPone, Liz Callaway & Ann Hampton Callaway, and More Win 2023 MAC Awards
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023

The 37th MAC Award Winners were announced Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at a LIVE ceremony at NYC's Symphony Space. As previously announced, KEN PAGE and RICKY RITZEL received Lifetime Achievement Awards and JILLIAN LAURAIN received the Hanson Award.

Nikki M. James, John-Andrew Morrison, Jackie Cox & More to Take Part in 37th MAC Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 29, 2023

Presenters and performers have been revealed for the 37th Annual MAC Awards! See who is taking part, and learn how to purchase tickets!

Manhattan Association of Cabarets Announces 2023 Award Nominations
by Stephen Mosher - Mar 4, 2023

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) is pleased to announce the 2023 MAC Award nominees.

37th MAC Awards Lifetime Achievement Award Honorees Announced
by Stephi Wild - Feb 22, 2023

The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) has made its initial announcement of the upcoming 37th Annual MAC Awards. The awards presentation and show will take place on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 7:30 pm, at Peter Norton Symphony Space at 2537 Broadway at 95th Street in New York City. 

Winners Announced For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 30, 2023

The winners have been announced for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards, honoring the best in Cabaret performances in NYC which had their first performance between October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.

Latest Standings Released For The For 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2022

The final standings have been announced as of Tuesday, December 27th for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

12 Days Left To Vote For The 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 19, 2022

The latest standings as of Monday, December 19th, have been released for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Latest Standings Released For The For 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 12, 2022

Voting is now open for the 2022 BroadwayWorld Cabaret Awards! Nominations were reader-submitted and now our readers get to vote for their favorites.

Ricky Ritzel's BROADWAY Will Stop Monthly Shows After November 2022
by Stephi Wild - Sep 6, 2022

Now in its eighth award-winning year, Ricky Ritzel's Broadway will be discontinuing monthly performances after November 2022. Shows will continue on the last Friday of September, October and November at Don't Tell Mama, 343 West 46th Street, NYC, prior to the hiatus.

BWW Review: MAC AWARDS CEREMONY at Symphony Space Featuring The Photography of Helane Blumfield
by Stephen Mosher - Apr 15, 2022

The thirty-sixth annual MAC Awards were presented on Tuesday night in a ceremony that was widely remarked upon for the length of its duration.