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Brent Barrett - Broadway star's 'Night Songs'

Brent Barrett - Broadway star's 'Night Songs'

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Apr 17, 2019

Brent Barrett, known for his performances in 'The Phantom of the Opera,' has not named his solo cabaret show after the half-masked man's signature number "The Music of the Night." Instead, it's called "Night Songs."

Alysha Umphress: the politics of performing

Alysha Umphress: the politics of performing

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Mar 27, 2019

Singer-actress Alysha Umphress, who plays Feinstein's at the Nikko on April 12 and 13, remembers the exact date that she flew to San Francisco for her first gig at the club: It was November 8, 2016.

One Night Only: Hello, Dolly! cast @ Brava Theater

One Night Only: Hello, Dolly! cast @ Brava Theater

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Mar 6, 2019

Cast members from the touring production of the classic musical Hello, Dolly! took to Brava Theater's stage at One Night Only, the latest Richmond/Ermet Aid Foundation fundraiser for local nonprofits.

Telly Leung - from Aladdin on Broadway to Orinda

Telly Leung - from Aladdin on Broadway to Orinda

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Feb 20, 2019

Just last week, Telly Leung ended a two-year stint in the demanding title role of Aladdin on Broadway. Next week, Leung, a Bay Area cabaret favorite, will perform next month in the Live at the new Orinda series of cabaret concerts.

Lena Hall looks forward, and back: Broadway star 'Auditions' at Feinstein's

Lena Hall looks forward, and back: Broadway star 'Auditions' at Feinstein's

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jan 30, 2019

'Hedwig' star and Tony winner Lena Hall brings her unusual tales of show business to Feinstein's at the Nikko in her new cabaret show, 'The Art of the Audition.'

Paradise Square @ Berkeley Rep

Paradise Square @ Berkeley Rep

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Jan 16, 2019

Opening Night of Berkeley Repertory Theatre's new musical Paradise Square was followed by a festive cast party, where patrons, directors, producers and numerous local arts luminaries celebrated.

McKechnie & McArdle - Broadway legends reunite at Feinstein's

McKechnie & McArdle - Broadway legends reunite at Feinstein's

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Jan 9, 2019

On January 18 and 19 Broadway legends Donna McKechnie and Andrea McArdle will reunite for an evening of song at Feinstein's at The Nikko. The two performers will pay tribute to two songwriting giants: Stephen Sondheim and the late Marvin Hamlisch.

Connie Champagne - celebrated chanteuse's new Judy Garland holiday show

Connie Champagne - celebrated chanteuse's new Judy Garland holiday show

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Dec 12, 2018

It's been a while, and it may be a while longer before Connie Champagne returns, but her subtle, witty and endearing portrayal of Judy Garland takes place to Oasis on December 15.

Help is on the Way for the Holidays @ Marines' Memorial Theatre

Help is on the Way for the Holidays @ Marines' Memorial Theatre

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Dec 12, 2018

The stars shone brightly at the Richmond/Ermet Aid Foundation's annual holiday-themed benefit concert held Dec. 10 at the Marines' Memorial Theatre.

Amy & Freddy - Holiday cabaret duo's at Oasis

Amy & Freddy - Holiday cabaret duo's at Oasis

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Dec 5, 2018

You better think twice if you're expecting anything less than silly fun holiday camp from the consummate piano and vocal duo Amy & Freddy, when they play at Oasis on Sunday, December 16.

Aaron Lazar: playing Dad

Aaron Lazar: playing Dad

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Dec 5, 2018

It's been 18 years since Aaron Lazar last passed through San Francisco on a Broadway tour. He's in 'Dear Evan Hansen' at the Curran through December 30, and has a solo engagement at Feinstein's at the Nikko on December 17.

20 Questions with Shawn Ryan - the Cabaret star plays multiple Bay Area gigs

20 Questions with Shawn Ryan - the Cabaret star plays multiple Bay Area gigs

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Nov 28, 2018

As he prepares for his November 30 show at Oakland's Sound Room (which is already sold out) and his December 9 show at Guerneville's Main St. Station, singer, actor and naughty comedian Shawn Ryan answered a volley of questions for the Bay Area Reporter.

Christine Andreas - From Broadway to Paris at the Venetian Room

Christine Andreas - From Broadway to Paris at the Venetian Room

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Nov 20, 2018

Christine Andreas, elle ne parle pas francais. While the acclaimed soprano's Bay Area Cabaret performance, at the Venetian Room on December 2, is a tribute to iconic French singer Edith Piaf, Andreas doesn't speak the Little Sparrow's native tongue.

The Return Of Lavender Country - Triple bill of tasty twangin' tunes

The Return Of Lavender Country - Triple bill of tasty twangin' tunes

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Nov 14, 2018

Lavender Country, the first gay country band, featuring Patrick Haggerty, returns to the Bay Area On Nov. 18. The now-revived band will perform at The Ivy Room with LGBT bands The Secret Emchy Society and Velvetta.