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Kiki Ball-Change Brings Back Award-Winning Drag Cabaret MY FUNNY VALENTINE In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 11, 2025


After its GLAM Award-winning debut in 2023, Kiki Ball-Change is bringing back her hit cabaret, MY FUNNY VALENTINE!

54 SINGS LIZZY MCALPINE Announced At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - January 10, 2025


54 BELOW will present 54 Sings Lizzy McAlpine on Sunday, February 16 at 9:30pm. Celebrate soon-to-be Broadway star Lizzy McAlpine in a journey through her greatest hits so far.

Marc Ribot And Marilyn Maye Perform In Hudson Hall This February
by A.A. Cristi - January 10, 2025


Two iconic jazz artists will appear in doncert at Hudson Hall. Legendary Vocalist Marilyn Maye will take the stage on Feb 14 and Marc Ribot Quartet will perform on February 22.

Video: Bradley Gibson Is Singing From the Heart
by Robert Bannon - January 10, 2025


Bradley Gibson makes his 54 Below solo debut singing songs that highlight his stage career in addition to Broadway classics, pop/R&B favorites, and some original tunes. His original songs are available to stream and are a party! He tells us all about it in this video.

Interview: A BTS Look at Jazz At Lincoln Center's COOL SCHOOL & HARD BOP
by Rebecca Kaplan - January 10, 2025


Saxophonist Sherman Irby will co-music direct the 1/16 to 1/18 concert highlighting the shared themes of the cool jazz movement and hard bop. It also features the world premieres of two new works by Benny Green and Luther Allison.

Review: Kurt Elling Shows Up Strong for Shows at Birdland
by Rob Lester - January 10, 2025


KURT ELLING is at Birdland through January 11 (two shows a night). The veteran singer and frequent Grammy nominee (two-time winner) who tops jazz polls is still top-drawer.

Review: 54 Below Crowd Has Amazing NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH JENN COLELLA
by Stephen Mosher - January 09, 2025


This was not Jenn Colella's first year being the New Year's Eve headliner at 54 Below... and it probably won't be the last. That is how great she is at this.

Antonio Cipriano Joins WOMEN OF THE WINGS Volume 7 At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


Antonio Cipriano to join Women of The Wings Volume 7 on February 1, 2025 at 7pm at The Green Room 42. Antonio Cipraino can be seen in the second season of “Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin” on MAX.

THE FEMALE GAYS: CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF QUEER WOMEN Announced At 54 Below
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2025


54 BELOW will present The Female Gays: Celebrating the Music of Queer  Women on Friday, January 24 at 9:30pm. This evening will consist of music written by and for queer women.

Review: Five Stars for JULIE HALSTON TAKES THE Q TRAIN at Birdland
by Nathan Johnson - January 09, 2025


Julie is a diamond cut from the rarest of molds. She’s as terminally unique as Joan Rivers and just as funny. Where others see the mundane, Julie sees the miraculous. She reminds us that life’s absurdities are not just worth noticing but worth celebrating.

Marilyn Maye to Return to 54 Below For Her Annual Birthday Bash
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 09, 2025


54 BELOW will welcome back the Queen of Cabaret Marilyn Maye in celebration of her 97th birthday. Learn more about the performances this spring and see how to purchase tickets.

THE SONDHEIM SESSIONS Comes To The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - January 09, 2025


The Green Room 42 will present Bligh Voth, Joel de Candio, and Nolan Bonvouloir in 'The Sondheim Sessions'. The popular NYC Sondheim series returns following successful shows in 2023 and 2024.

Interview: Songwriter Steve Dorff Makes His 54 Below Debut
by Rebecca Kaplan - January 08, 2025


The renowned songwriter who's collaborated with the likes of Barbra Streisand, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion and many others plays one night only on 1/19. The three-time Grammy and six-time Emmy nominated songwriter makes his 54 Below debut.

Photos: OUR TOWN's Julie Halston Performs at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


Julie Halston delivered a standout stand-up performance on Monday night, bringing her sardonic wit and high energy to the historic Birdland stage. See photos here! 

The Yale Whiffenpoofs to Perform at 54 Below in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


54 BELOW will present The Yale Whiffenpoofs. The show will feature the Whiffenpoofs’ diverse repertoire of vocal jazz, folk, pop, and Broadway hits. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Robbie Rozelle to Present CITATION NEEDED at 54 Below in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2025


54 BELOW will present Robbie Rozelle in “Citation Needed”. Rozelle will take you on a romp through everything from “Early Life” to “Career” to “Discography” and beyond with his new show, Citation Needed. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: Analisa Bell's PASS ME THE POPCORN at Don't Tell Mama Is Delightful
by Rebecca Kaplan - January 08, 2025


Bell takes us through some of her favorite musical moments from movies, sharing personal connections (and lots of laughter) along the way. The show is a love song to Bell's father, who brought her and her sister up on old arthouse movies.

54 SINGS 1989 (TAYLOR'S VERSION) Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - January 08, 2025


54 Below will perform 54 Sings 1989 (Taylor’s Version). Come join in Broadway’s basement to celebrate this iconic album with some of your favorites from Broadway and beyond. 

Frances Mercanti-Anthony Brings One-Woman Show FRANCES FLOATS To 54 Below In February
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


54 BELOW will present Frances Mercanti-Anthony in Frances Floats on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 9:30PM. Frances Floats is one woman's voyage to finding the life she always wanted in her 40's, and only looking back to write more material.

ANN TALMAN: ELIZABETH TAYLOR And THE SHADOW Of HER SMILE Announced At Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2025


Ann Talman: Elizabeth Taylor and the Shadow of Her Smile, Ann Talman's Bistro and MAC award-winning show about her relationship with icon, actress, and activist Elizabeth Taylor, will return at Don't Tell Mama.

Ali Ewoldt to Join WOMEN OF THE WINGS at The Green Room 42
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


Ali Ewoldt will join Women of The Wings Volume 7 at The Green Room 42. Previous cast and creative announcements include Jordan Eagle, and more. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Green Room 42 to Present BROADWAY UNPLUGGED MATINEE: FROM THE STUDIO TO THE STAGE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


Join in for an unforgettable concert featuring the incredible talents of singers and performing artists in BROADWAY UNPLUGGED MATINEE: FROM THE STUDIO TO THE STAGE at The Green Room 42.

Gabrielle Ruiz, Julia Estrada & More to Perform MANUEL VS THE STATUE OF LIBERTY at The Triad
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


In celebration of the release of the Studio Cast Recording of the hit Off-Broadway musical, Manuel Vs the Statue of Liberty, the cast and creative team are putting on a show at the Triad Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy Sets World Premiere At Caveat NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 07, 2025


BALLS: The Monster-Catchin' Musical Comédy' will stage its first live performances at CAVEAT NYC, the acclaimed Lower East Side comedy venue that 'champions nerdy, funny art - and sells cheap drinks.' Learn how to attend.

54 SINGS ANIMATED MOVIES THROUGH THE DECADES Comes to 54 Below
by Stephi Wild - January 07, 2025


54 Below will present Jada, Charly Kay, Auna Kemp, Robert Kemp, George Krissa, Jake Letts, Toby Lightman, Tenzin Malaika-Huisman, Jillian Paige, Oliver Richman and The Grand St. Stompers in “54 Sings Animated Movies Through the Decades.”


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Pangea (2/1 - 2/1)
Women of The Wings Volume 7
The Green Room 42 (2/1 - 2/1)
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