Tom Dreesen

Sinatra Scholars Talk Frank and Remember Riddle at Swingin' Tribute
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 8, 2024

A swingin' Saturday afternoon event, filled with musical memories of Frank Sinatra, kicked off the holiday season on the right sentimental note, as Mr. Sinatra's heavenly 109th birthday approaches.

Holiday Special Event Spotlights Sinatra Scholar Chuck Granata and Honors Christopher Riddle
by Stephi Wild - Sep 23, 2024

A memorable musical event, featuring a heartfelt tribute to the untimely passing of the accomplished music director Christopher Riddle, son of legendary arranger Nelson Riddle, as well as an inspiring interview with distinguished Sinatra Scholar Charles L. (Chuck) Granata, will be presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and founder of The Rat Pack Music Alliance.

Swingin' Seaside Interview Event Spotlights Sinatra Scholar Chuck Granata
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2024

A swingin’ insightful musical event featuring an interview with distinguished Sinatra Scholar Charles L. (Chuck) Granata, will be presented by producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and founder of The Rat Pack Music Alliance.

Cabaret Star Denise Tomasello Celebrates Career With Park West Concert In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 6, 2024

Join Chicago's Queen of Cabaret, Denise Tomasello, as she celebrates her five-decade career with a Vegas-style concert at Park West. Enjoy an evening of songs, backstage stories, and a special film featuring her career highlights, including her personal relationship with Frank Sinatra Jr.

TOM DREESEN: FROM HARVEY TO HOLLYWOOD Comes to the Den Theatre in May
by Stephi Wild - Mar 19, 2024

The Den Theatre has announced “Tom Dreesen: From Harvey to Hollywood” for an evening of stand-up and storytelling on Saturday May 11, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. on The Heath Mainstage.

Sinatra Scholars Talk Frank at Spring Event in Avon-By-The-Sea in May
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2024

A swingin’ seaside event, Spring Is Here: Celebrating the Music of Frank Sinatra, will be held indoors on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the Avon Municipal Building, 2 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea, NJ, beginning promptly at Noon.

The Thalians Honors Actor & Humanitarian Gary Sinise with The 2023 Mr. Wonderful Award At Annual Winter Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 22, 2023

The Thalians will host their annual star studded Winter Gala, with proceeds benefitting the charity.  The 2023 gala will honor actor and humanitarian, Gary Sinise, with their highest honor, the Mr. Wonderful Award, for his efforts on behalf of our service men and women through the Gary Sinise Foundation. 

Chicago's Queen Of Cabaret Denise Tomasello To Appear In Concert November 25
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2023

Denise Tomasello, Chicago's Cabaret Queen, returns for Davenport's 25th Anniversary celebration. Join her on November 25th for an unforgettable concert featuring musical tributes and show-stopping Broadway numbers. Don't miss this Chicago musical institution.

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello Receives Impresa Award
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 17, 2023

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello receives the prestigious Impresa Award from the JCCIA Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans, honoring her accomplishments as a Chicago Italian-American woman. Tomasello is known for her versatile musical talent and engaging performances, making her the one and only Cabaret Queen of Chicago.

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello Headlines Little Italy Festa-Taylor Street August 20
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 14, 2023

Crowned 'Chicago's Cabaret Queen' by the Chicago Tribune, Sun-Times, WGN Radio and Daily Herald, the legendary Denise Tomasello returns to headline the Little Italy Festa-Taylor Street with the 16-piece Denise Tomasello Orchestra in her Vegas-style show.

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello And Her 17-Piece Orchestra Come To Des Plaines Theatre, June 11
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2023

The legendary Denise Tomasello returns for her first one-woman concert since her triumphant debut at the Des Plaines Theatre in Judy, Liza, Barbra & Me, a musical celebration of these female musical legends, Denise returns in her new one woman show called The Songs of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr, Tony Bennett and Me, with her 17-piece orchestra.

RAVINIATV Airs Eleventh Episode This Friday
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Sep 8, 2020

The eleventh episode of RaviniaTV airs this Friday, September 11, at 7 p.m. CDT on Ravinia’s YouTube channel and Facebook page.

BWW Review: Tom Dreesen's STILL STANDING... MY JOURNEY FROM STREETS & SALOONS TO THE STAGE AND SINATRA
by Stephen Sorokoff - Aug 14, 2020

Frank Sinatra loved to play along with the TV game show Jeopardy. Here's a Jeopardy question .....What little boy in Chicago, used to shine shoes in taverns while a jukebox in the background played Sinatra tunes and then became Frank Sinatra's opening act on tour for 14 years? He was also MC and pallbearer at Mr. Sinatra's funeral.

The Hit Musical, MIRACLE Announces Final Weeks And Receives Jeff Awards Nomination
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 9, 2019

The hit Chicago musical set against the backdrop of the Chicago Cubs 2016 championship season, MIRACLE, is announcing its final weeks, closing on Sunday, September 29. In its successful five month run, the musical was seen by over 30,000 people including Chicago Cubs players David Ross, Willson Contreras, Kerry Wood, Ryan Dempster and Ryne Sandberg, as well as numerous local celebrities including Jim Belushi, Allison Victoria of HGTV, Wayne Messmer, Tom Ricketts, Tom Dreesen and many more who lauded the production. Today, William Marovitz and Arny Granat, co-producers of the production, are thrilled to announce that MIRACLE has been nominated for a 2019 Equity Jeff Award in the a?oeNew Work- Musicala?? category. Now playing at the Royal George Theatre, 1641 North Halsted, MIRACLE is providing Chicago Cubs fans and theatregoers a final opportunity to relive the Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series win.

Showtime Documentary Films Announces Comedy Store Docu-Series
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 22, 2019

Showtime Documentary Films today announced a four-part documentary series that will chronicle the history of the iconic L.A. club The Comedy Store, directed and executive produced by Mike Binder (Black or White) and executive produced by Oscar®nominee and Emmy® winner Mike Tollin (THE FRANCHISE). The project is expected to premiere on SHOWTIME in 2020.

Deana Martin Announces Full List Of Guests For Her Celebrity Roast, Honoring Joe Mantegna
by Macon Prickett - Apr 4, 2018

Deana Martin returns to the Showroom at the South Point Casino in Las Vegas for her next edition of The Deana Martin Celebrity Roasthonoring the 'Man of the Hour' – world-renowned actor, producer, writer and director, Joe Mantegna on Sunday, April 15 at 6 p.m. Deana Martin continues her father's legacy by recreating The Dean Martin Celebrity Roast, which ran on NBC between 1974 to 1984.

His Way! Tom Dreesen Brings AN EVENING OF LAUGHTER AND MEMORIES OF SINATRA To The McCallum!
by David Green - Nov 27, 2017

The McCallum Theatre presents Tom Dreesen's An Evening of Laughter & Memories of Sinatra on Saturday, December 9, at 8:00pm. Frank Sinatra's opening act for 14 years, acclaimed comedian Tom Dreesen delivers a superb show, sharing his unforgettable personal stories and keen insights from working closely with Sinatra. Taking audiences to Frank's last performance, and his last days, Tom's heartwarming and witty delivery will move and delight.

Cyndi Lauper, Gavin DeGraw, Anthony Kearns & More Set for AMERICA SALUTES YOU Concert Honoring Veterans
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 27, 2016

World-renowned tenor Anthony Kearns joins a star-studded musical cast in 'America Salutes You,' a multi-platform broadcast celebrating active duty military, veterans, and veterans' causes.

Cyndi Lauper to Headline 'America Salutes You' Concert Honoring Military, Veterans & Their Families
by Caryn Robbins - Nov 11, 2016

"America Salutes You," a concert honoring those who serve in the military, veterans and their families, will take place on Saturday, November 12 at 8pm CT at the Rosemont Theater outside of Chicago in Rosemont, Illinois.

Seth MacFarlane to Receive Special Achievement Award from Barbara Sinatra
by Caryn Robbins - Jan 20, 2016

The 28th Frank Sinatra Celebrity Invitational, February 18-20, 2016, will be a very special event honoring "100 Years of Sinatra" and the life of one of the most celebrated singers of this century.