Broadway veteran, Franc D'Ambrosio, returns to Feinstein's at the Nikko on Thursday, November 17 at 8 p.m. for one performance of his acclaimed show, I'll Be Seein' Youz...A Bronx Boy's Musical Perspective of World War II. Featuring lively tunes made popular between 1939-1946, the evening will also include charismatic stories from Mr. D'Ambrosio's colorful Italian family. Tickets for Franc D'Ambrosio range in price from $35 - $55 and are available now by calling 866.663.1063or visiting www.feinsteinsatthenikko.com.
D'Ambrosio currently tours extensively - throughout the United States, Europe and South America - with his critically acclaimed one man shows: Franc D'Ambrosio's Broadway - Songs of the Great White Way (debut 2004), Franc D'Ambrosio's Hollywood - Songs of the Silver Screen (debut 2007), I'll Be Seein' Youz...A Bronx Boy's Musical Perspective of World War II (debut 2010), and Franc D'Ambrosio's Christmas in New York "(debut 2011).
Recognized for his vibrant voice and legato singing, D'Ambrosio was invited by Olympic Champion Brian Boitano to perform as a special musical guest in the skater's NBC special "Brian Boitano's Skating Spectacular." D'Ambrosio also joined Boitano in his next TV special, "The 2005 Tribute to Movies on Ice," starring as special musical guest with multi-Grammy Award winning vocalist Michael Bolton. His performance of "Music of the Night" skated to by Boitano, received the evenings only standing ovation. In the middle of his full schedule of solo concerts, D'Ambrosio has co-starred with Dorothy Hamill in the critically acclaimed "Broadway On Ice." D'Ambrosio also starred in the Louisiana Lyric Opera's successful production of Miss Saigon. The National Italian American Foundation featured D'Ambrosio as their special guest artist for the prestigious 2011 Spring Gala - an event co-hosted by Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinse. In July of 2011 D'Ambrosio was pleased to accept the invitation to co-star in the production?Love Changes Everything - a celebration of the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber. This production boasted an all-star cast, which also featured Tony Award nominee Liz Callaway, Kevin Kern and?Laurie Gayle Stephenson. They played to packed houses and received rave reviews. Said Alice T. Carter from the Pittsburgh Tribune: "Most impressive is D'Ambrosio who played the title role in The Phantom of the Opera for six years and delivers an exquisite version of "The Music of the Night." In February 2013, D'Ambrosio brought his popular Broadway program to the Hard Rock Live stage in Hollywood, Florida. Over 1,800 Audience members gave D'Ambrosio three standing ovations. D'Ambrosio's show Christmas in New York has become a holiday standard, joyously celebrating the magic of the holiday season with favorite holiday standards from the American Songbook. The show debuted in November 2011 and played to sold-out audiences at the famed Rrazz Room in San Francisco in December 2011, to critical acclaim. In November 2014 Franc was pleased to be part of "Superstars of Skating" programs in Brazil - featuring gold and other figure skating medalists - that was broadcast live on Brazil TV. Franc was also part of a Christmas program that aired on Brazil TV's morning show. In December 2014, Franc was part of the cast of "Broadway on Ice" which enjoyed a 16-show run in Mexico. Franc will make a return engagement of "Superstars of Skating" in Brazil in September 2016. Franc D'Ambrosio's passion for teaching his craft to young artists leads to Italy each summer where he teaches at the Lorenzo Malfatti Accademia Vocale di Lucca. He also lectured for the University Of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory Of Music in Spoletto, Italy. He works with the Cherubini Music Conservatory in Florence, Italy and American University in Washington DC. D'Ambrosio also participates in numerous lecture series for such prestigious institutions as the New Conservatory Theater in San Francisco, the famed Julliard School NYC and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. While touring, D'Ambrosio makes himself available to local school outreach programs across the U.S. and Europe. He offers both lecture and master class formats. Located within Hotel Nikko (222 Mason Street, San Francisco), Feinstein's at the Nikko presents a wide range of entertainers from stage and screen all within an intimate 140-seat cabaret setting. There is a $20 food and beverage minimum per person inside the showroom which guests can use towards cocktails as well as a variety of small plates crafted exclusively for Feinstein's at the Nikko, through Restaurant Anzu. Cheese and dessert platters will also be available in the showroom. Guests of Feinstein's at the Nikko can enjoy a variety of food and beverage options before performances. Kanpai Lounge, located in Hotel Nikko's lobby, offers light cuisine, a full bar and specialty cocktails. Restaurant Anzu, Hotel Nikko's intimate restaurant located on the second floor, serves sustainable California cuisine enhanced with Asian flavors. Restaurant Anzu will also offer Feinstein's at the Nikko guests a special three-course prix-fixe dinner ($45 per person) prior to all performances. Reservations can be made by calling (415) 394-1100. For additional information on Franc D'Ambrosio, visit: www.francdambrosio.com. For additional information on Feinstein's at the Nikko, visit: www.hotelnikkosf.com/feinsteins.Videos