Manhattan Association of Cabarets

Everything Must Change
2024-12-06 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | The Laurie Beechman Theatre/West Bank Cafe, 407 West 42nd St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
What happens when you find yourself at a major crossroads in life? When compounded losses leave you feeling completely unmoored, how do you find your way back to something new and better with a new sense of self? How do you reinvent yourself, choose yourself, and still recognize yourself? Join Nicole Kafka on this heartfelt and humorous journey with music we all love from Bonnie Raitt to Simon and Garfunkel and Coleman & Fields to Sondheim.
Director | Gretchen Reinhagen
Music Direction | Mark Janas
Vocals: Nicole Kafka; Piano: Mark Janas; Guitar: Tony Romano; Bass: Skip Ward; Drums: David Silliman
Use code 10OFF for $10 off the cover

MARNIE KLAR - KAREN CARPENTER COVERS
2024-12-07 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Marnie Klar: Karen Carpenter Covers
Bistro Award Winner
Featuring Songs By:
Burt Bacharach & Hal David
Richard Carpenter
Carole King
John Lennon & Paul McCartney
Henry Mancini
Leon Russell
Paul Simon &
Paul Williams
With:
Steven Ray Watkins on Piano
Matt Scharfglass on Bass
Don Kelly on Drums
Directed by: Tanya Moberly
$20.00 cover charge and a $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
$15.00 cover charge and a $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person for MAC members
CASH ONLY
Food Menu Available
Seating from 3:15pm
Approximate running time: 65 minutes

GREGORY TOROIAN Presents WINTER WARM
2024-12-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
GREGORY TOROIAN Presents WINTER WARM: SAT, DEC 7, 7PM at PANGEA, starring BRENDA HENRY, CLAUDIA STACK, CAROLYN WELLS, MARGARITA ZAVELON!

It wouldn’t be the holiday season without performances by musical director GREGORY TOROIAN, aka “Mr. Christmas,” and his accomplished musicians and singers. Join us as we celebrate the season with festive holiday tunes – classic and contemporary, comic and profound, spirited and nostalgic!

Rob Lester of EdgeMediaNetwork.com noted of one such show: “Working with bassist SKIP WARD and drummer DAVID SILLIMAN, musical director/pianist/arranger Gregory Toroian — a true Christmas song connoisseur/collector/appreciator — creates fond settings that allow all kinds of genres to sparkle…Directed with style and spirit by GEOFFREY STONER.”

PANGEA
178 2nd Avenue, NYC
www.pangeanyc.com
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7, 7PM
Tickets online $20. https://cur8.com/18134/project/127533
Tickets at the door, if available, $25 (Cash Only).
There is a $20 minimum per person (food or beverage).
The house opens at 6:00pm for food and beverage service.

GREGORY TOROIAN Presents sNOwEL
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
GREGORY TOROIAN Presents sNOwEL: TUES, DEC 10, 7PM at PANGEA, starring DEANNA MONACO, KATI NEIHEISEL, ANN TALMAN, LESLEE WARREN!

It wouldn’t be the holiday season without performances by musical director GREGORY TOROIAN, aka “Mr. Christmas,” and his accomplished musicians and singers. Join us as we celebrate the season with festive holiday tunes – classic and contemporary, comic and profound, spirited and nostalgic!

Rob Lester of EdgeMediaNetwork.com noted of one such show: “Working with bassist SKIP WARD and drummer DAVID SILLIMAN, musical director/pianist/arranger Gregory Toroian — a true Christmas song connoisseur/collector/appreciator — creates fond settings that allow all kinds of genres to sparkle…Directed with style and spirit by GEOFFREY STONER.”

PANGEA
178 2nd Avenue, NYC
www.pangeanyc.com
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 7PM
Tickets online $20: https://cur8.com/18134/project/127534
Tickets at the door, if available, $25 (Cash Only).
There is a $20 minimum per person (food or beverage).
The house opens at 6:00pm for food and beverage service.

Frank & Me
2024-12-12 21:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York) | The Triad Theater, 158 W. 72nd St., New York, NY, 10023, United States
FRANK & ME. A Tribute to the Chairman of the Board, Ole Blue Eyes.
Vocalist, Actress, Writer, Director Linda Miller is work shopping her love for music and honoring legends in hope that they will live on FOREVER! This special show pays tribute to Frank Sinatra and his fabulous songbook. With special guests Jim Barone, Robert Levey II and Susan Mitchell.
“Best singer I have ever heard. Fantastic Star Quality”– Jackie Mason
“Amazing Vocalist. Stunning.”– Larry King
“Swinging Jazz Singer. Pleasure to hear at my Birthday Party” -John Mayer
“Fantastic Star Quality” – Jackie Mason

Becca Kidwell - Love Songs
2024-12-15 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Becca Kidwell
Love Songs
Music Director/Piano: Jon Weber
Bass/Ukelele: Ritt Henn
Director: Tanya Moberly
Featuring Songs By: Sara Bareilles. Rachel Bloom, Gary Chapman, Mag Flather, Selena Gomez, Amy Grant, Tom Kitt, Jonathan Larson, Frank Looesser, Jason Mraz, Cole Porter, Michael W. Smith, Brian Yorkey, and Nicole Zuraitis. Also, four original songs by Becca Kidwell.
$20 Cover Charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person – MAC DISCOUNT
CASH ONLY
Food Menu Available
Seating from 6:15pm

Martin Bonventre: “As Long As I’m Singing” live at The Green Room 42
2024-12-17 19:00 (America/New_York) | The Green Room 42, 570 Tenth Ave 4th floor of the Yotel, New York, NJ, 10036, United States
“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”

In his dynamic career in the theatre, Martin Bonventre has appeared in some of the most memorable musical comedy hits. Now he delivers a wide-ranging collection of songs-from “Oh Look At Me Now” to “It’s Not Unusual”- with his lyrical baritone, smooth moves, and captivating stage presence. And wait ‘till you hear the critically acclaimed veteran musicians in the band. Get ready for a night of music you won’t soon forget.
Musical director: Jackie Presti
Featuring:
Jason Yeager, piano
Greg Ruvolo, trumpet
Geoff Burke, saxophone and flute
Tony Tedesco, drums
Boots Maleson, bass

CHRISTMAS IS…
2024-12-17 20:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Catalina Jazz Club – Hollywood, CA, 6725 Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90028, United States
Join Robyn Spangler, Dianne Fraser, Music Director Todd Schroeder plus Special Guests Kevin Fisher, Jane A. Johnston and Shawn Ryan for
CHRISTMAS IS… on Tuesday, December 17th at the renowned Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood. Doors open at 7PM for the 8:30PM performance. Tickets here – https://www.ticketweb.com/event/christmas-is-hosted-by-catalina-bar-grill-tickets/13660194?pl=cbg&REFID=clientsitewp
$35 plus two-drink or dinner minimum. Doors open at 7PM for dinner. Entertainment at 8:30. Appropriate for all ages.

Fraser Entertainment Group presents these notable Los Angeles artists for some much-needed cheer this holiday season!

AMY BETH WILLIAMS - IN REVERSE
2024-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don't Tell Mama, 343 W 46th Street, New York, New York, 10036
AMY BETH WILLIAMS: IN REVERSE
MAC, Hanson & 2-Time Bistro Award Winner
With:
Ian Herman on Piano
Ritt Henn on Bass
David Silliman on Percussion
Directed by Tanya Moberly

$20.00 cover charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
$15 cover charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person MAC

CASH ONLY
Food Menu Available
Seating from 6:15pm

Approximate running time: 65 minutes

Christmas With Uncle Albert: The Life and Songs of Albert Hague
2024-12-19 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Chelsea Table + Stage, 152 W 26th St, New York, NY, 10001, United States
Come celebrate the holidays and the music of Christine’s uncle, composer Albert Hague. Each Christmas the world enjoys his famous compositions in the Dr. Seuss classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This evening tells the story of a German immigrant who escaped the Nazis to become a Tony Award-winning composer of Redhead and Plain & Fancy, as well as a star of both the film and television show FAME.

AMY BETH WILLIAMS - IN REVERSE
2024-12-28 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-12-29 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States

‘TIS THE SEASON
2024-12-30 19:00 - 20:15 (America/New_York) | The Green Room 42, 570 Tenth Ave 4th floor of the Yotel, New York, NJ, 10036, United States
2023 Bistro Award Recipient Tim Connell returns for an ENCORE his holiday-themed show, ‘TIS THE SEASON, with his inimitable aesthetic of story and song woven together, to awaken the holiday spirit. In addition to cherished holiday classics, the evening will include funny, irreverent, and not so classic holiday selections, as well as reflections and observations that speak to the meaning of this extraordinary time of year. A guaranteed tonic for the holiday spirit! TWO OPTIONS: 1.) Live in person; or 2.) Livestream (available for a week post the show).
DISCOUNT CODE: TIM25 (No food or drink minimum)
Musical Director: James Followell
Director: Mark Chmiel
Drums: Ray Marchica
Bass: Sean Conly
“Tim Connell has a beautiful voice; range is wide, control and enunciation pristine… What most resonates …, is [his] sincerity and openness… There’s something of the poet in the Irishman.”
Review of ‘TIS THE SEASON 12/01/24
Alix Cohen – www.womanaroundtown.com
“Connell, a cabaret artist in a class all his own, puts together each show he does with an artistic eye on his story arc and a personal eye on his authenticity.”
Review of ‘TIS THE SEASON 12/06/24
Stephen Mosher – www.broadwayworld.com
“Tim’s engaging, unselfconscious storytelling made each song come alive with subtlety, wit and absolute honesty.”
Hal Robinson – Veteran Broadway, Film & TV Actor

Over The Hill: Dating Gay Over 30
2025-01-05 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
In this dark humored show dedicated to anyone who’s ever been single, Boston-based Francis Garner shares horror stories from his little black book. Cabaret Scenes Magazine calls it, “wonderfully creepy and marvelously theatrical.” This show is playing for ONE NIGHT ONLY at Pangea following previous appearances at Club Cafe in Boston, Post Office Cafe in Provincetown and Don’t Tell Mama in New York City.

Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile
2025-01-11 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
ANN TALMAN brings “Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile” to DON’T TELL MAMA, Saturday, JANUARY 11, at noon (doors open 11:30am), via AMERICAN POPULAR SONG SOCIETY, with ALEX RYBECK on piano – followed by a Q&A!
This show is FREE for American Popular Song Society members, but DON’T FORGET TO RESERVE! Non-members can also attend for a $20 Guest fee, so bring your friends! (No 2 drink minimum for APSS programs!)

APSS Members and Non-Members RESERVE HERE: https://apssinc.org/reservations.html
(DO NOT CALL DON’T TELL MAMA. THEY WILL NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS FOR THIS PROGRAM!)

This is the last NYC performance before Ann takes this must-see show to Mexico, the UK, and other US locations!

ANN TALMAN is an actor, singer, storyteller, award-winning documentary filmmaker, and four-time Broadway veteran. She 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 show traveled the world for eighteen months and their loving friendship lasted for the rest of Miss Taylor’s life.

“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 ‘Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile’ again and again. It’s a unique and delightful experience!” – Rex Reed

Jeannette Miller: Everything Must Change
2025-01-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
Jeannette Miller performs an encore of her show “Everything Must Change,” Saturday, January 11, 7PM at Pangea! Miller reconciles and celebrates life’s only constant in an encore performance of her new show, originally performed on October 5, 2023. Joined by jazz artists Arcoiris Sandoval on piano and Marty Kenney on bass, Miller sings songs that sketch a story about living in the moment through life’s ups and downs. Songwriters include Rodgers & Hart, Cole Porter, Frank Loesser, and Antonio Carlos Jobim.

A fearless improviser, Miller’s interpretations of classic songbook standards draw on years of experience as a singer-songwriter, improvisation studies with Bobby McFerrin’s Circlesongs, Rhiannon, and Jay Clayton, as well as training in classical piano.

Jazz vocalist Jeannette Miller started as a pop/folk singer-songwriter, where she earned praise for her “swanky take-charge vocals” (Sound Views) and for “stretching the folk mode” (Dirty Linen Magazine). Her original songs have garnered multiple awards in national songwriting competitions, including the Mid-Atlantic Songwriting Competition. The title track from her EP “Dreamtime” was featured in a CD compilation by Fast Folk Music Magazine, and is now archived in the Smithsonian Collection. In addition to her solo shows, Miller is a member of Kaleidoscope, an a cappella vocal quartet that does completely improvised performances. More info: jeannettemillermusic.com

EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE
SATURDAY, JANUARY 11, 7:00 PM
Vocals: JEANNETTE MILLER
Piano: ARCOIRIS SANDOVAL
Bass: MARTY KENNEYPANGEA
178 2nd Avenue, NYC
www.pangeanyc.com
Tickets online $20: https://cur8.com/schedule/item/18134/343392?event=128164&date=343392

Tickets at the door, if available, $25 (Cash Only)
$20 minimum per person (food or beverage)
House opens at 6:00 PM

Becca Kidwell in IF YOU HADN’T…BUT YOU DID…songs of love, sex, and murder
2025-01-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Musical Director: Jon Weber
Director: Jeff Harnar
Movement Coach: Ann Cooley

MAC AWARD NOMINEE AND BROADWAY WORLD AWARD WINNER TAKES AIM AT THE GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK. HER TARGET? A KILLER SET OF SONGS!
“LIKE THE PRESENCE OF A GLAMOROUS AND DEADLY FILM NOIR FILM FATALE, SUCH AS CLAIRE TREVOR IN ‘MURDER, MY SWEET’ OR BARBARA STANWYCK IN ‘DOUBLE INDEMNITY’…IT WAS AN IMPRESSIVE BALANCING ACT, UNIQUE AND ORIGINAL AND JUST A BIT UNNERVING…VICIOUSLY HYSTERICAL.” CABARET SCENES
“DO WATCH OUT! IT IS A KILLER SMILE ON HER LIPS! AND SHE MIGHT ‘PUT A SPELL ON YOU’!” LORNA DALLAS, BISTRO AWARD WINNER
“THE MOST DANGEROUS AND UNPREDICTABLE THRILL RIDE I’VE TAKEN IN YEARS!” JAMES BEAMAN, MAC AND BISTRO AWARD WINNER
PHOTO BY MATT BAKER PHOTOGRAPHY
$20 cover & $20 minimum (2 drinks required) CASH ONLY – MAC DISCOUNT

WEILL, VILE, AND NOT SO VILE SONGS
2025-01-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
ELANA POLIN SINGS ALL OF YOUR FAVORITE “IRISH” COMPOSERS: O’SONDHEIM, O’BERNSTEIN, O’MAHLER AND MORE ON INAUGURATION BALL NIGHT…WITH SETH WEINSTEIN TICKLING THE KEYS, REX BENINCASA ON DRUMS AND RITT HENN ON BASS!
NO COVER MAC!

AUDREY APPLEBY/ Life…A Seduction Tour
2025-01-23 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
Come be seduced by my original songs cabaret with 5 person band of the ups and downs, twists and turns, hopes and dreams of this sensuous, wild journey of being alive. Bossa Novas, Salsas, Sambas, Ballads, Funk and Pop- In English, French, Italian and Spanish. Directed by Lina Koutrakos, Music Direction and Piano Daryl Kojak, Bass Sean Conly, Guitar Sean Harkness, Sax and Flute Jack Bashkow, Drums and Percussion Dan Aran. “ Appleby’s Artistry is indeed clamor worthy!”- Mark Dundas Wood, Bistro Bits bistroaward.com

William Ryall in WHY CAN’T I WALK AWAY? My 34 Years On Broadway, The Good, The Bad & The Wicked
2025-01-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Chelsea Table + Stage, 152 W 26th St, New York, NY, 10001, United States
William Ryall is a veteran of 15 Broadway shows and his cabaret act entitled WHY CAN’T I WALK AWAY? My 34 Years On Broadway (The Good, The Bad, & The Wicked) is an evening of song and comedy chronicling his quest to work on The Great White Way with tales of the shows, stars, directors, he has worked with along the way. His journey includes incredible highs and devastating lows with a resume that ranges from the mega-hit WICKED to major flop THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE GOES PUBLIC and everything in between. With the persistence and fortitude needed to sustain a career in the theater he simultaneously charts the ups and downs of his personal life with stories of love, betrayal, and ultimately happiness. He includes excerpts from some of his favorite Broadway shows as well as one or two of the flops. TV audiences may know him as Mr. Hefty, the formidable butler to Lady Astor (Broadway star Donna Murphy) on the HBO Series THE GILDED AGE. Theater and Cabaret critics have described him as “…tall as Tommy Tune, as lantern jawed as Jack Palance, and as agile as Fred Astaire.” (Tampa Tribune) “…this is a man bursting with talent, who has burnished that talent till it fairly glows.” (Theatermania) “…he fills a stage with as much talent and pizazz as the place will hold.” (Cabaret Scenes) “…the proverbial bundle of talent…he’s dynamic about every aspect of his journey.” (Backstage) “William Ryall sings stirringly!” (Howard Kissel, NY Daily News

Eva Steinberg: All Blues
2025-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
Eva Steinberg returns to Pangea in All Blues, an exploration of the blues and “blues adjacent” songs—songs that have a bluesy feel, are inspired by the blues, or talk about the blues, with particular focus on the work of Oscar Brown, Jr., Peggy Lee, and virtually unknown songs from movies. With musical director Gregory Toroian on piano, Skip Ward on bass, and David Silliman on drums, the show also features songs by Mel Torme, Ray Charles, Andre and Dory Previn, Django Reinhardt, and Dave Frishberg. Directed by Sue Matsuki.
“Steinberg’s voice is smooth, youthful, and amazingly unblemished…I believe that her voice could single handedly bring on world peace. She can really hit those notes…” ~ Jed Ryan, Lavender After Dark
Eva Steinberg has been singing all her life. In the 70s and 80s, she worked as an actress, performing in experimental theater and comedy improvisation. In the 80s, she began singing in cabarets and jazz venues and attended the O’Neal Cabaret & Performance Conference in its inaugural year. After a nearly 20-year hiatus, Steinberg returned to cabaret with her show Not Your Mama’s Peggy Lee, performed at Pangea in 2022. Of this show, Jed Ryan of Lavender After Dark said, “Eva Steinberg is indeed a gifted singer, and Musical Director Gregory Toroian’s new arrangements bring Lee’s iconic hits to a fourth dimension. Steinberg would have indeed made Ms. Lee proud.” Since her return to the stage, in addition to Pangea, Steinberg has performed at Urban Stages and the Triad.
Pangea, 178 2nd Avenue, NYC, www.pangeanyc.com
Tickets online $20: https://cur8.com/18134/project/128557
Tickets at the door, if available, $25 (Cash Only)
$20 minimum per person (food or beverage)
Thursday, January 30 @ 7:00 pm
House opens at 6:00 pm
Sunday, February 23 @ 6:00 pm
House opens at 5:00 pm

Kati Neiheisel: London by Night
2025-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Pangea, 178 2nd Ave., New York, NY, United States
Kati Neiheisel returns to Pangea in an encore of her new show featuring songs performed by Julie London, Billboard Magazine’s Female Artist of the Year in 1955, 1956 and 1957.
London was known for her smooth, smoky and sultry delivery of jazz-inspired tunes, many of which were written by her husband, jazz pianist Bobby Troup, best known for writing the song “(Get Your Kicks on) Route 66.” London and Troup are also known for starring together in Emergency!, a television series (1972-1979) produced by London’s first husband, Jack Webb, of Dragnet fame. Directed by Lina Koutrakos, with musical director Gregory Toroian on piano, Skip Ward on bass, and David Silliman on drums, London by Night also features songs written by Caroll Coates, Arthur Hamilton, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Willie Nelson, and more.
“Neiheisel brought her own style, so calm, so in charge, to this evening… Her finely-controlled vocals were a pleasure all by themselves. This is indeed a show worth celebrating.” ~ Bart Greenberg, NiteLife Exchange
London by Night premiered at Pangea on August 24th, followed by a performance on September 26th, which coincided with what would have been Julie London’s 98th birthday, and an October 18th performance which coincided with what would have been Bobby Troup’s 106th birthday.
London by Night
Saturday, February 1 @ 7:00 pm
Musical Director Gregory Toroian on Piano
Skip Ward on Bass
David Silliman on Drums
Directed by Lina Koutrakos
Pangea, 178 2nd Ave, NYC, 10003, www.pangeanyc.com
Tickets online $20: https://cur8.com/18134/project/128001
Tickets at the door $25 (cash only)
$20 minimum per person (food or beverage)
The house opens at 6:00 pm for food and beverage service.

RIAN KEATING: SONGS FROM MY TRUNK
2025-02-02 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
2022 & 2023 MAC Award Winner
Rian Keating: Songs From My Trunk
Story Songs And Other Musical Treasures
Musical Direction by Darryl Curry
Directed by Tanya Moberly
$15.00 cover charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
$10.00 cover charge and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person for MAC Members
Food Menu Available
CASH ONLY
Seating from 2:45pm
Approximate running time: 75 minutes

Matthew Martin Ward: What I Love
2025-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
MAMAWA Productions presents MATTHEW MARTIN WARD in WHAT I LOVE

MATTHEW MARTIN WARD, selected as one of the Top Cabaret Artists of 2024 by Jacqueline Parker of Times Square Chronicles, returns to Don’t Tell Mama on Thursdays, February 6 & March 13m at 7:00 PM!

After 50 years in the business, beloved Singer, Songwriter and Musical Director MATTHEW MARTIN WARD made his SOLO CABARET DEBUT at Don’t Tell Mama on September 14, followed by performances on October 13 and December 4. Matthew began playing the piano at 2½ years old, made local TV appearances in Milwaukee at 11, appeared with the Milwaukee Symphony at 13, and has been gigging non-stop since college. Join Matthew as he performs a few original tunes, some covers, selections from the American Songbook, special arrangements and, of course, a few of his own eclectic choices. Directed by GEOFFREY STONER, this is a special, critically-acclaimed show, celebrating a man and his music!

“The afternoon invoked the golden days when talents such as Bobby Short and John Wallowitch held forth at the piano.” ~ Cabaret Scenes
“Ward’s distinctive wit was evident, with his deadpan comic delivery landing every time.” ~ BroadwayWorld

“…a satisfying show from a seasoned pro venturing into headlining as a solo vocalist. I applaud Ward’s adventurousness, as well as his gracious manner, and I hope this won’t be just a one-time thing.” ~ Bistro Bits

“Think John Wallowitch, Charles DeForest, Steve Ross et al. He’s a charmer with several tricks up his sleeve.” ~ Times Square Chronicles

DON’T TELL MAMA,
343 W 46th St, NYC
https://donttellmamanyc.com/

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6 at 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:15 PM)
https://shows.donttellmamanyc.com/8840-matthew-martin-ward-what-i-love-2-6-25

THURSDAY, MARCH 13 at 7:00 PM (doors open at 6:15 PM)
https://shows.donttellmamanyc.com/8841-matthew-martin-ward-what-i-love-3-13-25

$20 cover ($5 MAC MEMBERS) + $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
Food menu available. CASH ONLY. No credit cards.

MARNIE KLAR - KAREN CARPENTER COVERS
2025-02-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Marnie Klar: Karen Carpenter Covers
Bistro Award Winner
Featuring Songs By:
Burt Bacharach & Hal David
Richard Carpenter
Carole King
John Lennon & Paul McCartney
Henry Mancini
Leon Russell
Paul Simon &
Paul Williams
With:
Steven Ray Watkins on Piano
Matt Scharfglass on Bass
Don Kelly on Drums
Directed by: Tanya Moberly
$20.00 cover charge and a $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
$15.00 cover charge and a $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person for MAC members
CASH ONLY
Food Menu Available
Seating from 6:15pm
Approximate running time: 65 minutes

Juliet Ewing: Rise Up Singing - The Music of George Gershwin
2025-02-08 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Don't Tell Mama, 343 W 46th Street, New York, New York, 10036
In an encore performance of her solo cabaret debut, Juliet Ewing leads us on a journey through the music of George Gershwin via new arrangements by Ron Drotos. Originally performed to sold-out crowds at Don’t Tell Mama on April 11, June 19, and November 17, 2024, Ewing sings and swings to Gershwin’s most famous and beloved songs, including “I’ve Got a Crush on You,” “Someone to Watch Over Me,” “They Can’t Take That Away From Me,” and other gems. Rise Up Singing – The Music of George Gershwin is directed by Lina Koutrakos, with musical director Ron Drotos on piano, Michael O’Brien on bass, Daniel Glass on drums, and special guest Patrick Boyd.
“There was…the golden voice and fine dramatic skill of diva Juliet Ewing…and moments that come rarely in cabaret and make attending all shows worthwhile. Bravo.” ~ Cabaret Scenes
Vocalist Juliet Ewing has performed in numerous NYC cabaret and jazz clubs, including Birdland, Don’t Tell Mama, 54 Below, Joe’s Pub, Laurie Beechman Theatre, Triad Theater, Tavern on the Green, and The Duplex. She regularly performs with her jazz trio at Winnie’s Jazz Bar (NYC), Prohibition (NYC), and Jazz on Main (Mount Kisco). Ewing attended the University of Michigan School of Music Theater and Dance where she earned a B.F.A in Musical Theater. She appeared on Broadway and on the first US National Tour of the hit musical Footloose. She enjoyed leading roles in the European tours of Gershwin’s Crazy For You and the tap-dancing blockbuster 42nd Street, as well as numerous regional theater productions. Ewing is currently working on an album of all George Gershwin tunes with specialty jazz arrangements to be released in 2025. Recorded at OKTAVEN Audio and produced by Tedd Firth, the album features bassist David Finck, drummer Mark McLean, and pianist Ron Drotos. julietewing.com
Don’t Tell Mama, 343 W. 46th Street, NYC 10036
Saturday, February 8 at 4:00 PM (Seating from 3:15 PM)
$20 (MAC MEMBERS: $15) + $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
Food menu available. CASH ONLY. No credit cards.
Reservations: https://shows.donttellmamanyc.com/8809-juliet-ewing-rise-up-singing-the-music-of-george-gershwin-2-8-25

Jenn Bornstein: Diary of a Pizza Bagel's Daughter
2025-02-09 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Join Jenn for an encore performance of her debut cabaret Diary of a Pizza Bagel’s Daughter, a celebration of a great Dad!
You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and you’ll hear some unbelievable stories of what it means to grow up Pizza Bagel in New Jersey. Featuring songs from artists ranging from Rosemary Clooney & Nina Simone to Janet Jackson & the Eurythmics.
“Bornstein shared a terrific range of tales about her relationship with her father that were by turns touching and hysterical.” – Cabaret Scenes
Featuring:

MD & Piano, Aidan Davis
Guitar and backup vocals, Lindsay Burnstedt
Bass, Matt Scarfglass

Directed by Lennie Watts

Don’t Tell Mama, 343 W. 46th Street, NYC 10036
Sunday, February 9 at 4:00 PM (Seating from 3:15 PM)
$20 (MAC MEMBERS: $10) + $20 minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person.
Food menu available. CASH ONLY. No credit cards.
Reservations: https://shows.donttellmamanyc.com/8693-jenn-bornstein-diary-of-a-pizza-bagel-s-daughter-2-9-25

WOODY REGAN - FROM THERE TO HERE
2025-02-09 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Woody Regan: From There To Here
2024 MAC Award Winner
Ritt Henn on Bass
Special Guest: Phil Mougis
Directed by Tanya Moberly
$20.00 cover charge and a $20 Miniumum (Must Include 2 drinks) per person
$10.00 cover charge and a $20 Miniumum (Must Include 2 drinks) per person for MAC Members
Cash Only
Food Menu Available
Approximate running time: 65 minutes
Seating from 6:15pm

Scat School Jazz Jam
2025-02-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Don't Tell Mama, 343 W 46th Street, New York, New York, 10036
You can sing. You can scat. You can play the hi-hat!
Bring your bass. Bring your sax. Bring your sweet Les Paul ax!
Everything’s cool when you come to Scat School!
Scat School is a monthly jazz jam at Don’t Tell Mama (343 W. 46th St. NYC, NY) taking place one Monday night per month at 7:00pm (doors open and sign up begins at 6:15pm.) Hosted by Kelly Wohlford with Quintin Harris at the piano, Scat School is an opportunity for lovers of jazz to have some fun, make some music and expand our community. We welcome singers and musicians of all ages to explore their improvisational skills and play on one of the most iconic club stages in New York City.
Along with Mama’s baby grand there will be a basic drum kit (with sticks and brushes,) a bass amp, DIs and plenty of microphones! We are all set to plug in and play!
See you there!

TANYA MOBERLY - STANDARDS
2025-02-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Don’t Tell Mama, 343 West 46th St, New York, NY, 10036, United States
TANYA MOBERLY: STANDARDS
MAC & BISTRO AWARD WINNER
Featuring Songs by:
Harold Arlen, Irving Berlin, Sammy Cahn, Hoagy Carmichael, Duke Ellington, Ira Gershwin, Peggy Lee, Johnny Mercer, Cole Porter, Jule Styne and more…
With:
Ian Herman on Piano
Ritt Henn on Bass
$20 Cover and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person
$10 Cover and a $20 Minimum (must include 2 drinks) per person for MAC Members
Food Menu Available
CASH ONLY
Seating from 6:15pm
Approximate running time: 65 Minutes
