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Through a Spectacular Double Header: In Act 1: Jazzlady Robin Watson and Will Washington bring to life a match made in heaven by their captivating performance of American music greats Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong. This dynamic duo and the Robin Watson Combo create a musical style and story reminiscent of the original artists. In Act 2: Lou EllaRose and her Filipino folk fusion band, SamaSama Project, bedazzles audiences with memorable music from the great Filipino Songbook with a fresh modern take. You can miss with this two for the price of one cabaret exclusives. Suggested donation: $25-30 Phone:773-852-2481 Chicago Cabaret Week 2024 CCW2024

Cynthia Clarey Bridge Over Muddied Waters This show is my take on the racial and political strife in our country today. What can we do about it? Join Beckie Menzie, Irwin Berkowitz and me to help find out! Tickets $25 Chicago Cabaret Week 2024 CCW2024

Muse is a live music experience that incorporates drag, burlesque, clowning and other art forms to explore universal themes. Muse: Earth is the final installment of the Elemental series, showcasing performances featuring live music or vocals. Muse is presented by Thorne, Whimsy Stiff and Boobs Radley in cooperation with other local artists.

Join us for a lovely Mother’s Day Brunch. The fabulous harmonies of the Swingin’ Sisters will charm and uplift your spirits as you swing into Spring. Tirzah Joy, Barbara Smith and Carolyn Broquet will sing both old and new tunes with a special tribute to Mothers everywhere. The Swingin’ Sisters will be accompanied by the brilliant Howie Pfeifer on the piano.

Miz Cracker is a New York City drag queen—and a writer, foodie, and comedienne. She launched her drag career in 2011 while participating in marches for marriage equality in Times Square. She went on to compete in RuPaul’s Drag Race Season Ten, landing a spot in the top five and becoming a fan favorite. Today, she tours the world with her one woman shows; delights fans on her YouTube channel; lectures on drag at top universities; writes for publications like Slate, ArtForum, Vice and GQ; and engages nearly 1.5 million followers across social media. Chicago Cabaret Week 2024 CCW2024

Studs Terkel, the great writer/interviewer produced essays and conversations on almost every genre of American music, from jazz to gospel to opera. This evening of cabaret will focus on the remarkable performers from Studs’ books, And They All Sang and Giants of Jazz. Director: Carla Gordon Musical Director: Mark Burnell Producer: Marty Balogh Cast Anne Burnell, Patrick Davis, Ken Fobs, Carla Gordon, David Meulemans, Carol Moss, Sarah Simmons, Robert Sims, Barbara Smith Chicago Cabaret Week 2024 CCW2024

Join us at the beautifully renovated and “Retro Elegant” Rhapsody Theater for an unforgettable evening of music.

The Chicago Cabaret Professionals will enthrall and delight with a program honoring Chicago‘s Own Studs Sterkel, a musical gift from Chicago to the world. Directed by Carla Gordon with Musical Direction by Mark Burnell, this will be an evening not to be missed.

A Smashing Hot Evening with Lynne Jordan Part of Chicago’s Cabaret Week Lynne Jordan with her sizzling trio Singing, stories, Cabaret at its fullest. Cliff Dwellers 200 S Michigan Ave 22nd floor Showtime: 7pm, Doors at 5pm, Dinner at 6pm Pricing with scrumptious meal: Members $55 Non-members $60 Music only: $25 Reservations can be made by email to reservations@cliff-chicago.org or by calling 312-922-8080 RSVP by May 9th Cliff Dwellers is a Private Arts Club that offers top arts events, full bar and dinner. (Yummy food) to the public. The vibe is intimate and casual. Be sure to visit their gorgeous terrace with an extraordinary view of Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue. This program will feature songs from multiple genres, stories and a special mini first look at my beautiful Nina Simone Concert I am presenting at a premier Chicago nightclub later in the week. Shhh… Life is a cabaret my dears. Come to the cabaret Tuesday, May 14th.

Hey Nonny’s first sell-out was our first Café Carly cabaret show — featuring Chicago’s most talented young musical theater performers, wrangled into a uniquely themed show by hometown girl (and former NYC cabaret performer) Carly Stocking. Every Café Carly presents different songs, performers, and jokes, but every one is a polished, high-energy songfest for delighted crowds.

Café Carly cabaret show — featuring Chicago’s most talented young musical theater performers, wrangled into a uniquely themed show by hometown girl (and former NYC cabaret performer) Carly Stocking. Every Café Carly presents different songs, performers, and jokes, but every one is a polished, high-energy songfest for delighted crowds.

Robin Watson (Jazzlady Robin) has blazed some of Chicago’s premier hotspots including Navy Pier, United Center, Peninsula Hotel, Como Inn, Jazz Showcase and area Casinos. As a vocal performance major at Spelman College, Atlanta, GA, she merited solo performances at the inauguration of President Jimmy Carter and the United Nations and toured Brazil, SA. Will Washington is an extraordinary trumpet/flugel horn player, vocalist and band leader. He has performed throughout North and South America, the Caribbean, Europe and Indonesia. Together they are electrifying and celebrate the incredible music of Ellington, born April 29, 1899, the greatest jazz composer and band leader. This is a double feature show with LouElla Rose. Suggested donation $25-30

An idyllic view overlooking the Chicago River sets the scene as chanteuse Claudia Hommel transports you to Paris and the river Seine. Come to Rockwell on the River for the songs and stories; stay for the dinner, drinks, and moment to dance with your own cheri or cherie. With pianist Howie Pfeifer, accordionist Patricia Spaeth, and bassist Jim Cox. Doors open at 6 PM (to take advantage of Soul & Smoke‘s dining menu) and the riverwalk. Ticket link will come soon. Chicago Cabaret Week 2024 CCW2024

Lianne Marie Dobbs is a New York stage & screen actor and busy vocalist. She has headlined at 54Below, Feinstein’s at the Nikko, Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael, Blue Strawberry, and The Green Room 42. She has also soloed with the San Francisco Symphony in an evening of Gershwin and toured the country performing leading roles in productions of Les Mise´rables, Man of La Mancha, Always… Patsy Cline, and Duke Ellington’s Sophisticated Ladies. Some may recognize her from The Equalizer, FBI, Law & Order, and The Gilded Age. In 2020, BroadwayWorld named her as one of the Best Vocalists of the Decade and in 2022 listed her solo show at 54Below as a Highlight of the Year. Ron Abel is Lianne’s music director & arranger, whose accolades include: LA Critics Circle Award Winner & L.A. Weekly Award Winner for his original compositions and unique arrangements of Broadway hits for orchestras and singers. He has been the music director and arranger for Helen Reddy, Lucie Arnaz, Peter Allen, Joely Fisher, Valarie Pettiford, Ben Jones, and John Lloyd Young.

WDCB 90.9 Jazz FM presents Lynne Jordan (& the Shivers) revisit the music of the great Nina Simone. The show focuses on most of the genres this great artist covered in her career with anecdotes and some history. It‘s a passion project for me. The show is Thursday, May 16th at City Winery Chicago, 1200 W. Randolph St. Chicago. Showtime: 7:30PM Doors Open: 5:00PM Tickets: $22 - $35

With From Rags to Rhinestones, Marianne Murphy Orland and Girls Like Us bring you the Life, Stories and Music of National Treasure and Country Music Icon Dolly Parton. After 7 decades and 25 number one hits, Ms. Parton is still making music and magic as a singer, songwriter, actress, author and philanthropist. Marianne’s port wine voice and special brand of storytelling and humor will bring Dolly’s beloved songs to you in a new and memorable way. With Music Direction by Beckie Menzie, and sparkling harmonies and repartee of Girls Like Us! (Laura Freeman, Beckie Menzie & MMO)

With From Rags to Rhinestones, Marianne Murphy Orland brings us the Life, Stories and Music of National Treasure and Country Music Icon Dolly Parton. After 7 decades and 25 number one hits, Ms. Parton is still making music and magic as a singer, songwriter, actress, author, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Marianne’s port wine voice and special brand of storytelling and humor will bring Dolly’s beloved songs to you in a new and memorable way. Featuring the shimmering harmonies and witty repartee of Girls Like Us (Beckie Menzie, Laura Freeman, Marianne Murphy Orland). With Irwin Berkowitz on percussion.

Join this engaging duo in their "first time together" as they explore some of those "first time" moments in our lives though story-telling and music.......your first: crush, kiss, break up, theater experience, dance and other life-changing moments in our lives.

After 25 years as a psychotherapist, Carol Moss shares her insights on human nature. healing and transformation through story and song. This fun, uplifting and irreverant show could change your life!

When you think of Audrey Hepburn, you think of timeless beauty. But Audrey was so much more than a pretty face and a killer clavicle. From WWII refugee to Academy Award winner, from UNICEF beneficiary to UNICEF ambassador, Audrey led a remarkable and exemplary life. Actress, fashion icon, wife, mother, and tireless humanitarian, Audrey is as much beloved today as she was half a century ago. Celebrate Audrey’s 95th birthday in style! Join acclaimed Chicago cabaret artist, Hilary Ann Feldman (“… a tour de force of cabaret, opera, and jazz.” ~Chicago Tribune), along with pianist Beckie Menzie, for her touching, funny, and enlightening tribute to this extraordinary woman. Tickets $25 https://epiphanychi.com/events/my-fair-audrey-hepburn/

When you think of Audrey Hepburn you think of timeless beauty. But Audrey was so much more than a pretty face and a killer clavicle. From WWII refugee to Academy Award winner, from UNICEF beneficiary to UNICEF ambassador, Audrey lead a remarkable and exemplary life. Actress, fashion icon, wife, mother, and tireless humanitarian, Audrey is as much beloved today as she was half a century ago. May is Audrey‘s 95th birthday. Join acclaimed Chicago cabaret artist Hilary Ann Feldman for her touching, funny, and enlightening musical tribute to this extraordinary woman.

Chicago-based vocalist Sam Fazio has established a name for himself in the music scene over the years. A graduate of DePaul University’s School of Music, Sam’s repertoire includes a unique mix of jazz standards and pop classics—all with a fresh, hip sound.Sam has entertained audiences at some of the most prestigious venues in the country, including Green Mill, Jazz Showcase, Andy‘s Jazz Club, City Winery, Untitled, and SPACE (Chicago); Cliff Bell’s (Detroit); Dakota (MN); and Feinstein‘s at the Loews Regency and 54 Below (New York City). Chicago Cabaret Week 2024 CCW2024

The SideNotes Cabaret Series at Milwaukee‘s Sunset Playhouse presents the latest in Carolyn‘s series of trademark singalong cabarets June 6-9: THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER. Following sold-out runs of her prior SideNotes shows BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SINGALONG (2019 and 2022) and IT‘S MY PARTY: A ‘50s AND ‘60s SINGALONG CABARET (2023), this time the classics of American popular song will be the focus of Carolyn and her band -- Michael Britz on bass and Michael "Ding" Lorenz on drums. Also featuring a special guest appearance by fellow Wisconsin-based Chicago Cabaret Professionals member Taryn Whipple in a tribute to the timeless songs of Rodgers & Hart. As always the show is part-concert, part-piano bar singalong and ALL fun as Carolyn and the band lead you through favorite standards -- "It Had To Be You", “Love Is Here To Stay”, “Blue Skies”, “I Get a Kick Out of You”, “Moon River" and so many more. Lyric booklets provided, and beverages and tasty treats are available for purchase. THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER SideNotes Cabaret Series at Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI 53122 (about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee) Box Office: 262-782-4430 sunsetplayhouse.com Tickets: Adults $26 Seniors (60+), Students, Military $24 Groups of 10 or more $23 Performances: Thursday-Saturday 7:30 pm, Sunday 2 pm

The SideNotes Cabaret Series at Milwaukee‘s Sunset Playhouse presents the latest in Carolyn‘s series of trademark singalong cabarets June 6-9: THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER. Following sold-out runs of her prior SideNotes shows BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SINGALONG (2019 and 2022) and IT‘S MY PARTY: A ‘50s AND ‘60s SINGALONG CABARET (2023), this time the classics of American popular song will be the focus of Carolyn and her band -- Michael Britz on bass and Michael "Ding" Lorenz on drums. Also featuring a special guest appearance by fellow Wisconsin-based Chicago Cabaret Professionals member Taryn Whipple in a tribute to the timeless songs of Rodgers & Hart. As always the show is part-concert, part-piano bar singalong and ALL fun as Carolyn and the band lead you through favorite standards -- "It Had To Be You", “Love Is Here To Stay”, “Blue Skies”, “I Get a Kick Out of You”, “Moon River" and so many more. Lyric booklets provided, and beverages and tasty treats are available for purchase. THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER SideNotes Cabaret Series at Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI 53122 (about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee) Box Office: 262-782-4430 sunsetplayhouse.com Tickets: Adults $26 Seniors (60+), Students, Military $24 Groups of 10 or more $23 Performances: Thursday-Saturday 7:30 pm, Sunday 2 pm

"Chicago‘s Queen of Caberet" Denise Tomasello makes her the triumphant return the the Park West in Chicago. Singing " The Great American Songbook"

The SideNotes Cabaret Series at Milwaukee‘s Sunset Playhouse presents the latest in Carolyn‘s series of trademark singalong cabarets June 6-9: THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER. Following sold-out runs of her prior SideNotes shows BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SINGALONG (2019 and 2022) and IT‘S MY PARTY: A ‘50s AND ‘60s SINGALONG CABARET (2023), this time the classics of American popular song will be the focus of Carolyn and her band -- Michael Britz on bass and Michael "Ding" Lorenz on drums. Also featuring a special guest appearance by fellow Wisconsin-based Chicago Cabaret Professionals member Taryn Whipple in a tribute to the timeless songs of Rodgers & Hart. As always the show is part-concert, part-piano bar singalong and ALL fun as Carolyn and the band lead you through favorite standards -- "It Had To Be You", “Love Is Here To Stay”, “Blue Skies”, “I Get a Kick Out of You”, “Moon River" and so many more. Lyric booklets provided, and beverages and tasty treats are available for purchase. THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER SideNotes Cabaret Series at Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI 53122 (about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee) Box Office: 262-782-4430 sunsetplayhouse.com Tickets: Adults $26 Seniors (60+), Students, Military $24 Groups of 10 or more $23 Performances: Thursday-Saturday 7:30 pm, Sunday 2 pm

The SideNotes Cabaret Series at Milwaukee‘s Sunset Playhouse presents the latest in Carolyn‘s series of trademark singalong cabarets June 6-9: THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER. Following sold-out runs of her prior SideNotes shows BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SINGALONG (2019 and 2022) and IT‘S MY PARTY: A ‘50s AND ‘60s SINGALONG CABARET (2023), this time the classics of American popular song will be the focus of Carolyn and her band -- Michael Britz on bass and Michael "Ding" Lorenz on drums. Also featuring a special guest appearance by fellow Wisconsin-based Chicago Cabaret Professionals member Taryn Whipple in a tribute to the timeless songs of Rodgers & Hart. As always the show is part-concert, part-piano bar singalong and ALL fun as Carolyn and the band lead you through favorite standards -- "It Had To Be You", “Love Is Here To Stay”, “Blue Skies”, “I Get a Kick Out of You”, “Moon River" and so many more. Lyric booklets provided, and beverages and tasty treats are available for purchase. THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK WITH CAROLYN WEHNER SideNotes Cabaret Series at Sunset Playhouse 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI 53122 (about 15 minutes west of downtown Milwaukee) Box Office: 262-782-4430 sunsetplayhouse.com Tickets: Adults $26 Seniors (60+), Students, Military $24 Groups of 10 or more $23 Performances: Thursday-Saturday 7:30 pm, Sunday 2 pm

CELEBRATIONS will be a night of feel-good, upbeat original music written by Jeannie Tanner. Songs range from jazz, to pop, to soulful R&B. Jeannie‘s music can be heard in many television shows and movies, with recordings that feature her quartet: Lisa McQueen (piano) Cory Biggerstaff (bass) Darren Scorza (drums) 8pm / Cover Charge: $30.00 TICKET LINK: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrations-an-encore-evening-of-original-music-with-jeannie-tanner-tickets-863908632977

Soulful Seventies Sounds celebrates both the music and performers that helped define and direct many of the changes in both the Black community, and America in general, during the 1970’s. The program features songs from Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Dionne Warwick, The Four Tops, Gloria Gaynor, The Temptations and more. Presented by vocalist David Stephens with Music Director Beckie Menzie. Sunday June 16, 2024 at 4:00pm. $15.00 cover charge and 2 drink minimum. For reservations: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soulful-seventies-sounds-starring-david-stephens-tickets-888070592047?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

Russ invites you to celebrate Gay Pride on his personal musical journey of "coming out, looking for love, falling in love, and living with pride ", as a Gay man.

Jace McCloy is the recipient of the Denise Tomasello scholarship at the 2023 Emerging Artists Showcase! He debuted with CCP in ‘Passing the Torch’ in 2022, and has since made appearances in ‘Red Hour Cabaret’ and ‘100 Years of Disney’ in 2023. This summer, Jace will debut his first solo show, ‘Acceptance’! He will paint a unique picture of life with a mix of Pop songs, Musical Theatre pieces, and original works. He will be joined by Jeff English on piano, Kevin Schulz on bass, and Steve Thompson on drums. Click on the button to learn more and buy tickets!

Join us at the beautifully renovated and “Retro Elegant” Rhapsody Theater for an unforgettable evening of music.

The Chicago Cabaret Professionals will enthrall and delight with a program including beloved songs that were the hallmark of famous singers and songwriters spanning 100 years. Directed by Patricia Salinski with Musical Direction by Howard Pheifer, this will be an evening not to be missed.