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Thursday, July 13, 2017

Cinderella Stars Reunite for Chicago Concerts About the Ups and Downs of Romance by Robert Viagas

Tony nominees Laura Osnes and Santino Fontana will sing showtunes July 21 and 22.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:55PM

Cady Huffman Among Broadway Stars Singing at Benefit for Sandy Hook Foundation by Robert Viagas

The November 2 concert will take place at Feinstein’s/54 Below in NYC.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:58PM

Jersey Boys Star Daniel Reichard Will Warm up NYC’s Birdland with Mr. Blue Sky by Robert Viagas

The August 14 concert will capture the sound of summers from his childhood.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:35PM

Thomas Young Replaces Norm Lewis in Chicago Standup Shakespeare by Robert Viagas

Chicago’s Steppenwolf Theatre will host the unusual concert presentation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:52AM

Tonya Pinkins, Bill Irwin, and Meghan Murphy Coming to Feinstein’s/54 Below July 13–20 by Robert Viagas

See all the theatre-related events scheduled this week at the intimate venue.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Tonya Pinkins and Christine Pedi Help Michael Lavine Tell His Story July 13 by Robert Viagas

The one-night Manhattan cabaret show benefits The Actors Fund.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Actor-Singer Daniel Koek Will Share His West End Story in NYC July 19 by Robert Viagas

The London actor will make his U.S. cabaret debut at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:40PM

Broadway Cast of Miss Saigon Will Sing to Support National Asian Artists Project by Robert Viagas

Founder Baayork Lee received the 2017 Isabelle Stevenson Award from the Tonys for her work with the advocacy group.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:44PM

New Musical About Unsung Female WWII Pilots Takes Off in NYC by Robert Viagas

Teal Wicks and Jenn Gambatese will help sing the score of Sweetwater at Feinstein’s/54 Below July 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:36PM

Andy Karl and Orfeh Share Songs and Stories of Their Romance on New Album by Robert Viagas

The stars of Groundhog Day and Legally Blonde will release Legally Bound August 18.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:36AM

Exclusive: Ben Vereen Announces Thanksgiving Engagement at Feinstein’s/54 Below by Robert Viagas

The Tony winner follows up his sold-out 2016 stand at the theatre district cabaret.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:00AM

Kristin Chenoweth Will Light Up the London Palladium This Fall by Robert Viagas

The Tony-winning star will sing showtunes at the October 20 concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:57AM

Liliane Montevecchi and Francesca Capetta Sing Dean Martin Salute July 12 at Carnegie Hall by Robert Viagas

“That’s Amore” and “Volare” are on tap for the 100th anniversary of the singer’s birth.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Lesli Margherita Plays Aldonza in July 12 Man of La Mancha Concert by Robert Viagas

William Michals will play the title role in the Feinstein’s/54 Below production, directed by Scott Siegel.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Tuesday, July 11, 2017

Singer-Songwriter Mike Wartella Plans Feinstein’s/54 Below Debut by Robert Viagas

Former child actor steps out as a cabaret singer in New York City.

SOURCE: Playbill at 04:38PM

Karrin Allyson to Sing Rodgers & Hammerstein Standards at Birdland by Robert Viagas

She will draw on her album Many a New Day for the July 18–22 concerts.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:03PM

Jarrod Spector and Kelli Barrett Will Ask Audiences to Look at It My Way July 17 by Robert Viagas

The real-life couple will join Bay Street Theatre’s Musical Mondays series.

SOURCE: Playbill at 11:37AM

Original Dreamgirls Star Sheryl Lee Ralph Will Sing ‘Songs That Changed My Life’ by Robert Viagas

The July 30 NYC concert will benefit AIDS awareness charity the DIVA Foundation.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:22AM
Monday, July 10, 2017

Lorna Luft Brings Solo Show to Bay Street Musical Mondays July 24 by Robert Viagas

She will appear as part of the concert series at the Hamptons area playhouse.

SOURCE: Playbill at 03:26PM

Christine Pedi Escorts Her Great Dames to Long Island July 11 by Robert Viagas

The actor and impressionist will perform at the Engeman Theater in Northport.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:43PM

Leslie Odom Jr. Helps Pay Tribute to Ella and Dizzy at Hollywood Bowl by Robert Viagas

The Hamilton Tony Award winner will sing jazz in 100 Years, 1,000 Memories concert.

SOURCE: Playbill at 01:12PM

Michael Feinstein Celebrates the Writer of ‘Lullaby of Broadway’ in London July 11 by Robert Viagas

He’s also headed to California, Indiana, Connecticut, Carnegie Hall—and a cruise on the Danube River.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:44PM

Broadway’s James Snyder Sings Cabaret Show Soliloquy in L.A. July 20 by Robert Viagas

The co-star of In Transit and If/Then will showcase his new solo show.

SOURCE: Playbill at 09:35AM

Broadway’s Rising Stars to Shine in July 10 NYC Concert by Robert Viagas

See who may be singing in the Tony-winning shows of tomorrow.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Betty Buckley Shares Her Story Songs in Sag Harbor July 10 by Robert Viagas

The Tony-winning performer will sing Jason Robert Brown, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

La Chanze Will Get Stage Fright in NYC July 10 by Robert Viagas

Check out the summer lineup for the weekly talk show at NYC's Therapy.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Saturday, July 8, 2017

Ann Hampton Callaway Launches First Concert Tour Since Illness by Robert Viagas

She’s headed back on the road July 8 after eight weeks of silence from a vocal cord injury.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM

Michael McElroy and Aisha De Hass Sing Jazz Versions of Broadway Favorites July 9 by Robert Viagas

In Transit composer Russ Kaplan hosts Broadway Jazz Session at Green Room 42.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM
Friday, July 7, 2017

Constantine Maroulis Will Dive Under the Covers at Birdland by Robert Viagas

Star of Rock of Ages will accompany country songwriter Victoria Shaw at the NYC club July 17.

SOURCE: Playbill at 02:22PM

Betty Buckley Will Share Her Story Songs at Bay Street July 10 by Robert Viagas

The Tony-winning performer will sing Jason Robert Brown, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and more.

SOURCE: Playbill at 10:36AM

Idina Menzel Resumes North American Tour July 7 by Robert Viagas

The Wicked and Frozen star is headed for Boston, Chicago, Toronto, Las Vegas, and other cities.

SOURCE: Playbill at 12:01AM