Karen Mack - Back at Birdland!
2026-05-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Birdland Jazz Club, 315 W. 44th St., New York, NY
Join multi-award winner Karen Mack upstairs at Birdland for a joyful new set that blends contemporary jazz classics and reinvented standards with finds from leading female songwriters on the New York jazz scene. With this exceptional band, and an emphasis on connection, humor, and spontaneity, you can expect great music and a great time!
Karen Mack – vocals
Andy Ezrin – piano
Pete McCann – guitar
Matt Aronoff – bass
Mark McLean – drums/percussion
with special guest Elliot Roth (and likely some other musical surprises)

Send in the Clowns – Casey Thomas and Toni Ballard
2026-05-05 18:30 - 19:30 | Josephine’s at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
After their sold out performance on March 29, Casey and Toni reprise their show SEND IN THE CLOWNS.
Toni and Casey present a musical primer on coping with the absurdity of contemporary life including: the folly of seriousness; whistling past the graveyard; learning to laugh when you want to cry and even cheating death.
JOSEPHINE’S in the NAPOLEON ROOM – Boston’s best professionals and tomorrow’s rising stars singing JAZZ, BROADWAY & MADCAP CABARET! Dinner seating starts at 5:00 pm and the one hour show begins at 6:00 pm. RESERVATIONS strongly recommended.
Reservations at https://www.clubcafe.com/club-events/casey-thomas-toni-ballard-100525/

Camille Sings Tennille
2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:00 | Don't Tell Mama, 343 W 46th Street, New York, New York, 10036
Most people know Toni Tennille as the shiny half of the pop duo The Captain and Tennille, and especially by their 1976 Grammy winning hit, “Love Will Keep Us Together.” Her winning smile and warm personality were the anchor of their 70’s variety show, the Captain and Tennille show, and her long marriage to Daryl Dragon AKA “The Captain” was understood to be a perfect partnership, both musically and romantically. In Camille Sings Tennille, the stories behind Toni Tennille’s songs, career, and marriage are combined with hits from her pop era as well as songs from her solo career in the Great American Songbook- plus a few special surprises! The evening is a tribute to all of her talents, her music, and her life.

Christopher Caswell, "Ordinary Miracles"
2026-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 | The Laurie Beechman Theatre/West Bank Cafe, 407 West 42nd St, New York, NJ, 10036, United States
“He’s Got the Goods” – John Hoglund
2025 MAC Award Nominee – Best Male Vocalist – Christopher Caswell presents Ordinary Miracles
One night only! Joined by the awesome trio James Followell, Sean Conly, and Dan Gross; Jeff Harnar creative consultant
MAC members, take $5 off with code ‘SERENITY’
Tickets: https://www.thebeechman.com/events/lbt25-Christopher-Caswell

From This Moment On!
2026-05-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Starring Anna Palermo
Director Lina Koutrakos
Music Director Beckie Menzie
Join Anna Palermo for an evening of self discovery through a musical concert. We will explore the radical shift that happens when we stop merely surviving and start choosing to be present for our own lives. It is a heartfelt celebration of new beginnings with songs by Mary Chapin Carpenter, Kander and Ebb, The Beatles, Johnny Mercer and more! Beckie Menzie will be on piano with Irwin Berkowitz on percussion.
Cover charge $25
$20 (must include 2 drinks) per person
Food Menu available
CASH ONLY
Friday, May 8,2026
DOORS OPEN at 6:15
Show starts at 7pm
Don’t Tell Mama
343 W 46th St (between 8th and 9th Ave)
New York, Ny 10036 212-757-0788
Make reservations at donttellmamanyc.com

Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile
2026-05-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Barrymore Film Center, 1 Park Avenue, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024, United States
Ann Talman brings her award-winning show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile to the Barrymore Film Center in Fort Lee, New Jersey, Friday, May 8, 7:30 PM. Ann joined Actors’ Equity with co-star Elizabeth Taylor in 1981 when she landed the plum role in The Little Foxes playing Taylor’s daughter on Broadway.The Little Foxes traveled the world for eighteen months including six months in London and their loving friendship lasted for the rest of Miss Taylor’s life.
The award-winning team behind Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile is director Lina Koutrakos with original musical direction and arrangements by Alex Rybeck. Ann will be accompanied by musical director Gregory Toroian on piano for the May 8th performance at the Barrymore Film Center.
This special show about Ann and Elizabeth’s amazing bond is filled with hilarious and touching stories that only Ann can tell, woven with Broadway and Great American Songbook gems. Ann’s imitation of Elizabeth is so spot on, if you close your eyes, you’ll swear they’re together again!
“I had the great pleasure of seeing Annie’s beautiful, poignant, and funny show. She nailed the gleaming and mercurial light that was… my stepmother! I laughed and I cried in equal measures.” ~ Kate Burton
Ann Talman is an actor, singer, storyteller, award-winning documentary filmmaker, and four-time Broadway and West End veteran. Her show Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and The Shadow of Her Smile received critical and audience acclaim when it debuted at 54 Below in March 2022 and then again when it enjoyed a two-night encore engagement the following September 2022. It has since played at The Laurie Beechman and Don’t Tell Mama in NYC, Feinstein’s Hotel Carmichael in Carmel, IN, Feinstein’s Hotel Nikko in San Francisco, Chicago’s Davenports, Joe Brancato’s The Penguin Rep, Chicago’s Davenport’s, The Delray Beach Playhouse, The Westport Country Playhouse, Tucson’s Invisible Theatre, DC’s The Liz, The Austin Cabaret Theatre, Theatre Jacksonville, Act2PV Theater in Puerto Vallarta and Crazy Coqs in London.
Winner 2023 MAC AWARD Best New York Female Debut
BISTRO AWARD Outstanding Musical Memoir
“TOP 10 BEST CABARETS 2023” – Times Square Chronicles
“Ann Talman shines and sparkles like an Elizabeth Taylor Diamond. The Shadow of Her Smile explores Ann’s close relationship with Taylor by beautifully weaving together songs and stories. The act is pure perfection” ~ Richard Ridge, BroadwayWorld
“Ann Talman, a 2023 Bistro Award winner, delivers a warm and heartfelt performance – and one that often produces goosebumps – as she tells the tale of her decades long friendship with one of our biggest stars of all time. “Elizabeth Taylor And The Shadow Of Her Smile” has exquisite direction by Lina Koutrakos and Alex Rybeck brings forth his masterful skills as the show’s musical director. When the opportunity arises to see this show again, see it! I know I will.” ~ David Kenney, WBAI
“I had a wonderful time watching this catchy, revealing and tuneful tribute to a time well spent with one of the screen’s most revered icons. I could see [it] again and again.  It’s a unique and delightful experience!”  ~ Rex Reed
“I found it FASCINATING and so well presented!” ~ Anita Gillette
“Ann Talman provides us with a personal front row seat into the life of the iconic Elizabeth Taylor seamlessly interweaving stories and music from her unique perspective with warmth, admiration, and affection while occasionally embodying Elizabeth’s very essence.” ~ James Semmelman
Barrymore Film Center
1 Park Avenue
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
201-585-0601
barrymorefilmcenter.org
Friday, May 8, 2026
Performance at 7:30 PM
(Doors open 6:45 PM)
TICKETS: https://barrymorefilmcenter.org/full-schedule/the-shadow-of-her-smile

Camille Sings Tennille
2026-05-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Don't Tell Mama, 343 W 46th Street, New York, New York, 10036
7:00PM, and Saturday May 9th at 7:00pm at Don’t Tell Mama in New York City.
Most people know Toni Tennille as the shiny half of the pop duo The Captain and Tennille, and especially by their 1976 Grammy winning hit, “Love Will Keep Us Together.” Her winning smile and warm personality were the anchor of their 70’s variety show, the Captain and Tennille show, and her long marriage to Daryl Dragon AKA “The Captain” was understood to be a perfect partnership, both musically and romantically. In Camille Sings Tennille, the stories behind Toni Tennille’s songs, career, and marriage are combined with hits from her pop era as well as songs from her solo career in the Great American Songbook- plus a few special surprises! The evening is a tribute to all of her talents, her music, and her life.

Mariana Elosúa and Anissa Perona - And They Were Roommates
2026-05-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Josephine’s at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
And They Were Roommates is a cabaret following two roommates, Mariana and Anissa, as they navigate life outside of the “cushy” confines of graduate school. They grapple with love, loss, frustration, joy, and couple allegations that they are playing into here! Come enjoy a night of musical theatre and pop with some anecdotes that are sure to lift your spirits!
Pianist: Scott Nicholas
JOSEPHINE’S in the NAPOLEON ROOM – Boston’s best professionals and tomorrow’s rising stars singing JAZZ, BROADWAY & MADCAP CABARET! Dinner seating starts at 5:00 pm and the one hour show begins at 6:00 pm. RESERVATIONS strongly recommended.

Martin Bonventre: Swingin’ in a New Dimension album release show
2026-05-14 19:00 - 20:30 | The Laurie Beechman Theatre/West Bank Cafe, 407 West 42nd St, New York, NJ, 10036, United States
Martin Bonventre, a true old-school showman with a baritone voice, smooth moves, and a big, open-hearted personality, brings his show to The Laurie Beechman Theatre with the release of his brand-new EP, Swingin’ in a New Dimension. This all-new solo show blends a wide variety of music from the Great American Songbook to golden-age musical theatre to Tom Jones and Neil Diamond.
Backed by a killer band of seasoned pros, with arrangements by music director Jackie Presti, the night features:
• Jason Yeager on piano
• Tony Tedesco on drums
• Boots Maleson on bass
• Greg Ruvolo on trumpet
• Geoff Burke on sax and flute
Expect a few dance breaks, a few good stories, and a whole lotta swing.
THE REVIEWS ARE IN:
“As Sinatra learned from Bing Crosby and took crooning into a new dimension, Martin Bonventre has learned from the whole history of swingin’ singers — from Crosby to Marvin Gaye — and he makes music all his own. He’s a swinger for the bold and unexpected new ways things swing today.” – David Hajdu, author of Love for Sale: Pop Music in America
“At 34, Martin has a lot of future ahead of him—and from where I stand, all of it looks great.” – Will Friedwald, Author and Jazz Journalist
“…What isn’t contained is his enthusiasm. It’s endearing and entertaining. Although he’s in his 30s, the sound is boyish, bright, and breezy as baritone Bonventre dives into the music” -Talkin’ Broadway

Bonventre has a strong baritone…his timing was on point in the swing arrangements—and his fans appreciated him with vigor. With Presti’s excellent arrangements, and a top-shelf band, overall, the show offered excellent material and was indeed charming.”
—Nightlife Exchange

“Bonventre is a strong cabaret and theater vocalist, who has picked several perfect songs for his style. It’s when he sings the pop song and Michael Jackson’s hit record, “She’s Out of My Life” that this baritone gets my full attention. Bonventre softens his tone and delivers this piece of exquisite music, showing a deep emotional connection.” -Making a Scene

The Randy Andys Spring Swing
2026-05-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
The Randy Andys: Spring Swing – Iconic Hits With A Vintage Twist
The Randy Andys perform iconic hits through the decades with a vintage twist, blending trademark wit, glamour, Broadway talent, and dazzling three-part harmonies to create an evening that feels nostalgic, sophisticated, and wildly entertaining. Inspired by Postmodern Jukebox, The Randy Andys fuse pop culture with retro flair so cleverly that The New York Times hailed them as “ones to watch.”
From the swing era of The Andrews Sisters to iconic pop divas like Mariah Carey, this fast-paced revue celebrates Louella’s, Bev’s and JoJo’s stories of life, love and friendship, while singing hits from The Andrews Sisters, Beyonce, Aerosmith, and Michael Jackson in perfect harmony. With a wink and a nod to a bygone era, The Randy Andys Spring Swing moves like a musical and hits like a concert, delivering the best of both worlds.
Starring Monica Blume (Dear Evan Hansen), Joy Del Valle (West Side Story), and Alison Mahoney (Ragtime, The Food Network). Featuring the Matthew Everingham Trio, with direction by Antoinette DiPietropolo and choreography by Gina Daugherty. Produced by Gabrielle Ruiz, Alison Mahoney, and Jocelyn Lonquist Klein.
$20.00 cover charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person with a reservation
$25.00 cover charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person without a reservation
CASH ONLY
Food Menu Available
Seating from 6:15pm
Approximate running time: 65 minutes

David Friedler and Jim Slayton – Apples and Oranges: An Unexpected Love Story
2026-05-17 11:30 - 12:30 | Josephine’s at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
“Apples and Oranges – An Unexpected Love Story: A Spotlight with David Friedler and Jim Slayton. David and Jim return to Josephine’s Room for a brunch-time cabaret. They are regulars at The Napoleon Room, and both are long-standing members of the Boston Gay Men’s Chorus. This event will mark some milestones in their lives. Join us to celebrate!

Joe Della Penna - JAZZ LEGENDS: A Birthday Party Cabaret Celebrating Miles, Trane, Tony, and Jackie
2026-05-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Josephine’s at Club Cafe, 209 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA, 02116, United States
Following his nostalgic memoir of last year, “That Christmas Cabaret Show: Make The Yuletide Slay!”, pianist, singer, and comedian JOE DELLA PENNA returns to the Napoleon Room with JAZZ LEGENDS: A Birthday Party Cabaret Celebrating Miles, Trane, Tony, and Jackie
Joe’s first show of 2026 celebrates the centennial of Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Tony Bennett, and also pays tribute to his greatest mentor on his 95th birthday: educator, composer, and bandleader, Dr. Jackie McLean.
Jazz has always been at the heart of Joe’s music, and he has plenty of funny stories to share about his teachers, his friends and family, and a few encounters with celebrities where he really gets to spill the tea!
JOSEPHINE’S in the NAPOLEON ROOM – Boston’s best professionals and tomorrow’s rising stars singing JAZZ, BROADWAY & MADCAP CABARET! Dinner seating starts at 5:00 pm and the one hour show begins at 6:00 pm. RESERVATIONS strongly recommended.

Brenda Liz Henry: A Boogie Down Bronx Tale
2026-06-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-20 13:00 - 14:00 | The Green Room 42, 570 Tenth Ave 4th floor of the Yotel, New York, NJ, 10036, United States
The Green Room 42 presents Brenda Liz Henry in A Boogie Down Bronx Tale on June 4th and June 20th. Making her solo cabaret show debut, Brenda will tell the story behind her musical journey and music’s role in her life. The show will feature a variety of musical genres that inspired Brenda growing up, including the genre that was born in her borough – Hip Hop. Audiences will learn not only about the role that music played in Brenda’s life, but also how she found her way to the cabaret stage. At the end, Brenda hopes audiences will come away connecting to the universal elements of her personal story. The show features Gregory Toroian, piano, arranger, and musical director, David Silliman, drums, Skip Ward, bass and Lina Koutrakos, director.
Brenda Liz Henry in A Boogie Down Bronx Tale plays at The Green Room 42 on Thursday, June 4th @ 7pm and Saturday, June 20th @ 1pm. Tickets are available starting at $19, with no food or beverage minimum. Tickets and more information are available at www.thegreenroom42.com.
From her earliest memories, Brenda Liz Henry has loved music and storytelling. Over the last decade, Brenda has performed at Don’t Tell Mama, the Duplex, and Pangea. Of a December 2025 group holiday show performance, Bart Greenberg, Cabaret Scenes, wrote “Following that was the confident Brenda Henry. She knew her material and was sure of how to use her excellent voice. She projected a relaxed presence that allowed the audience to relax as well. Her quartet of numbers were fresh and clever….Henry will definitely be heard from again.” Instagram: @brenlizhen
The Green Room 42 is located at 570 Tenth Avenue inside YOTEL New York City. @TheGreenRoom42
Direct ticket links:
Thursday, June 4, 7 PM: https://thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/booking/9IzAS9SHbEqbbT0pTXZb
Saturday, June 20, 1 PM: https://thegreenroom42.venuetix.com/booking/ZFpsnVtqvPks9CwesDCA
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