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Ann Talman will present a benefit performance at Don't Tell Mama on December 1, featuring stories and songs inspired by Elizabeth Taylor, supporting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

Michael Urie, the star of Once Upon a Mattress, received his very own caricature at the legendary Sardi's! Check out photos here.

The Cabaret Convention kicked off last night, 10/22, at Jazz at Lincoln Center's Rose Theater. The opening night honored Charles Strouse with a star-studded cast including Stephen Schwartz, his collaborator on RAGS. The honoree himself was in attendance. The convention continues tonight and tomorrow. See photos from the evening.

See backstage photos from the first night of the Mabel Mercer Foundation's Annual Cabaret Spectacular. The convention continues tonight and tomorrow night at Jazz at Lincoln Center

The annual Cabaret Convention concert series has begun. The shows continue tonight and tomorrow at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Last night, the convention opened with songs with music by Charles Strouse (Annie, Bye Bye Birdie, Applause, etc.). It was a treat.

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including the cabaret convention, Rocky Horror Picture Show and Jason Robert Brown.

Encompass New Opera Theatre will honor Tony Award winner Leslie Uggams with a musical tribute on October 27, 2024. Learn more about Uggams and about the event.

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. 54 Below celebrates Broadway musicals and writers of the past and present, promoting an ongoing engagement with their work. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Cabaret artist Sarah Boone will return to the Triad Theater with an encore performance of Mom Before Dad: A Young Woman of the Greatest Generation following celebrated performances in Florida, Los Angeles and Colorado.

Next month, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See Linda Eder, Beth Leavel and more! See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

The Wick Theatre will welcome Broadway’s leading men for a breathtaking evening of show tunes as The Wick Theatre presents The Broadway Tenors: Ultimate Broadway. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Birdland presented the return of singer Karen Mason in an encore performance of “Just in Styne: Karen Sings Jule” on Monday, September 16. Check out photos here!

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 23, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours. 

United Solo has announced new programs and events for Fall 2024. Tickets are now available.

Two-time Tony Award nominee Christopher Sieber is back at 54 Below. On August 19 and 20, he'll share stories, songs, and the disasters and triumphs onstage and off from his experience in over 14 Broadway shows including Company, The Prom, Matilda, Spamalot and Shrek! We spoke with Sieber about the upcoming concert, and what he’s been up to lately.

On Monday, July 29, Birdland presented “A Celebration of Maurice Hines – Tappin’ Thru Life.”  This concert honored the life and legacy of show business icon Maurice Hines through his award-winning, autobiographical show “Tappin’ Thru Life.” Check out photos here!

It’s not my photography skills, nor the lighting, camera or lens that make these photos taken last night of Christine Andreas appear to be similar to the ones I shot 10 years ago. Madame Andreas (who speaks lots of French during her show aat 54 Below) has found the secret of ageless, timeless beauty. 

Birdland hosted acclaimed vocalist Gabrielle Stravelli and singer/pianist Billy Stritch, who joined forces on the historic stage on Monday, June 3. The duo teamed up for 'Frequently Secretly Fond of Each Other,” a new show of pop music from the 1950s to the present.

I had no idea that 54 DOES 54 has been an annual event for many years, but I am so glad I was there on Sunday night to witness the range of talents and the performances from so many of the staff of the club and personnel from the offices upstairs of 54 Below.

Birdland was thrilled to once again present singer/actress Karen Akers at the iconic club on Monday, May 27.