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Barbara Cook Could Make You Feel Grateful to Be Alive by Stephen Holden

The cabaret singer's voice mixed regret with acceptance and consolation. At the end of a song, you'd feel warm " and know that all would be forgiven.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 1:33pm on August 9, 2017☆⚑

Review: Merrily (and Ruefully) Recalling an Epic Broadway Flop by Stephen Holden

"Best Worst Thing That Ever Could Have Happened," a documentary by Lonny Price, examines the buildup and collapse of "Merrily We Roll Along" in 1981.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:54pm on November 17, 2016☆⚑

Review: You Ain't Never Heard a Baritone Like His by Stephen Holden

James Monroe Iglehart, best known for his Tony-winning role as the Genie in "Aladdin," takes audiences on a genial journey in his show at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 2:36pm on November 9, 2016☆⚑

Review: New York Cabaret Convention Slips In Modern Flourishes by Stephen Holden

It represents the conservative uptown wing of a field whose downtown avant-garde is merging music with performance art, political satire and gender and genre bending.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:08pm on October 19, 2016☆⚑

Review: Christine Ebersole Has a Soundtrack for Starting New Chapters by Stephen Holden

The singer explores the options of a woman who suddenly finds her nest empty in "After the Ball" at Café Carlyle.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:02pm on October 12, 2016☆⚑

Review: In 'Acoustically Speaking,' a 'Rent' Duo Returns by Stephen Holden

Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp, who starred in the original Broadway cast, team up to pay tribute to musical theater's relationship with modern pop.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:04pm on October 11, 2016☆⚑

Review: In 'Girl Asleep,' Floating Through a Teenage Fantasia by Stephen Holden

Rosemary Myers's hybrid of film and children's theater follows Greta, a young wallflower whose social woes turn surreal when she runs into the woods behind her home.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:04pm on September 29, 2016☆⚑

Review: Laura Benanti Shows Range With Songs and Stories by Stephen Holden

In her show at Café Carlyle, a self-assured and humorous Ms. Benanti displayed a powerful voice as she took on songs from her idols.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:13pm on September 28, 2016☆⚑

Review: Betty Buckley Digs Deep for the Autumn in Her Soul by Stephen Holden

In her stunning new show at Joe's Pub, Ms. Buckley gave everything she sang the shape and depth of a personal confession.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:49pm on September 25, 2016☆⚑

Review: Melissa Errico Laughs, but Can't Let Go, at 54 Below by Stephen Holden

"Funny, I'm a Woman With Children" at Feinstein's/54 Below was full of Ms. Errico's humor, though she was unable to fully let go in some numbers.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:53pm on September 21, 2016☆⚑

`: Tammy Faye Starlite, Inverted Country-Star Cliché, Strides Back by Stephen Holden

The persona played by Tammy Lang will hold forth with her blend of fake American wholesomeness and scabrous anti-right satire in a new show at Pangea.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:26pm on September 15, 2016☆⚑

Review: Warmth of the American Songbook, From 2 Keepers of the Flame by Stephen Holden

Michael Feinstein and Marilyn Maye's "Summertime Swing" is an old-fashioned variety show, blending standards, Catskills humor and vaudeville shenanigans.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 8:33pm on August 24, 2016☆⚑

Review: 'Kate Plays Christine,' a Blurring of Fact and Fiction in a Suicide Story by Stephen Holden

This movie is a sequel of sorts to Robert Greene's "Actress," which focuses on boundaries between actors playing themselves and fictional characters.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 10:39pm on August 23, 2016☆⚑

Review: Tony Danza Reaches for Sinatra With Charisma by Stephen Holden

The actor and singer acknowledges the passing of years in his show "Standards & Stories" at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:33pm on July 27, 2016☆⚑

Review: Rob McClure's 'Smile,' a Glass That's Always Half Full by Stephen Holden

Mr. McClure wittily explored the meaning behind famous song lyrics and performed comedic hand puppetry, but he saved the very best for last.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:56pm on July 3, 2016☆⚑

Review: Barbara Cook, a Lioness Who Still Has Some Bite Left by Stephen Holden

At 88, Ms. Cook holds forth at Feinstein's/54 Below in both song and word. She channels the wisdom and humanity of the American songbook.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:56pm on June 23, 2016☆⚑

Barbara Cook on Life Before and After Sobriety by Stephen Holden

The singer discusses her path from Broadway to cabaret to now in an interview about her new memoir and coming performances at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:30pm on June 19, 2016☆⚑

Critic's Notebook: At the Human Rights Watch Film Festival, a Lot of the Humans Are Women by Stephen Holden

Among this year's subjects: an Afghan rapper whose mother tried to sell her and Chinese women seeking justice in the reported rape of six children.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:29pm on June 8, 2016☆⚑

Review: Matthew Morrison, in Concert, Goes Beyond Genres by Stephen Holden

Mr. Morrison was bold, tender and hard driving as he sang show tunes and other standards at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:40pm on May 24, 2016☆⚑

Review: A Side of Richard Rodgers Not Often Seen by Stephen Holden

"I Have Confidence: Rodgers After Hammerstein," at the 92nd Street Y, introduced Rodgers's more obscure songs, written during the last third of his career.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:18pm on May 23, 2016☆⚑

Review: Laura Michelle Kelly Brings Her Broadway Voice to Cabaret by Stephen Holden

This actress, known for "Finding Neverland" and "Mary Poppins," performed pop and show tunes and occasional bold choices at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:26pm on May 17, 2016☆⚑

Review: Megan Hilty Goes Beyond Daffy, to Sweetness, Even Regret by Stephen Holden

Ms. Hilty featured songs by Irving Berlin as part of her tribute to Rosemary Clooney at Café Carlyle.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:56pm on May 4, 2016☆⚑

Review: For Chita Rivera, Life Is Still a Merry-Go-Round by Stephen Holden

At the age of 83, Ms. Rivera makes her debut at Café Carlyle, singing her favorite songs, including tunes by Jacques Brel and Kander and Ebb.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:22pm on April 21, 2016☆⚑

Review: Donna McKechnie Explores Kander and Ebb by Stephen Holden

Ms. McKechnie, who is more a dancer than a singer, delivered an enlightening survey of that formidable Broadway team's songwriting output.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:55pm on April 21, 2016☆⚑

Review: Lea Salonga Puts on a Show, No Need for Wailing Pyrotechnics by Stephen Holden

Ms. Salonga mixed standards and contemporary songs, digging deeply into the lyrics in a most satisfying cabaret shows, at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:26pm on April 14, 2016☆⚑

'Gabriel Mascaro: Ebbs and Flows,' a Young Director's Views of Brazil by Stephen Holden

This retrospective at the Walter Reade Theater in Lincoln Center includes both documentaries and a dramatic feature by this major emerging talent.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:21pm on April 6, 2016☆⚑

Review: John Lloyd Young, Stepping Out With Oldies Beyond the Four Seasons' by Stephen Holden

Mr. Young, a Tony winner as the original Frankie Vallie in "Jersey Boys," has broadened his musical horizons in his fourth engagement at Café Carlyle.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:36pm on February 11, 2016☆⚑

Review: Vanessa Williams, Strong and Steady, Without Taking Chances by Stephen Holden

In her concert, which opened Lincoln Center's American Songbook series, Ms. Williams projected the persona of a hard-working, self-possessed entertainer.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 4:22pm on January 21, 2016☆⚑

Review: 'A Funny Thing Happened,' Insights into What Made the Musicals Sing by Stephen Holden

"Songs From the Road to Broadway" opened the 92nd Street Y's Lyrics and Lyricist's series, with Kathleen Marshall hosting and directing.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:19pm on January 10, 2016☆⚑

Review: Michael Feinstein, Strolling Down Broadway and His Own Memory Lane by Stephen Holden

Mr. Feinstein, performing at Feinstein's/54 Below, offers a show tune medley, American Songbook standards and a tribute to Peter Allen.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:22pm on December 21, 2015☆⚑

Review: 'Our Guy, Cy: The Songs of Cy Coleman' Pays Tribute to a Man and His Musicals by Stephen Holden

Randy Graff, Cady Huffman and Judy Kaye, three alumnae of Coleman shows, perform an affectionate tribute, directed by Will Nunziata, at Feinstein's/54 Below.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:21pm on November 12, 2015☆⚑

Review: Andrea Burns at Feinstein's/54 Below by Stephen Holden

Ms. Burns, who plays Gloria Estefan's mother in "On Your Feet," is an entertainer at ease in the place where Broadway tradition merges with Latin American pop.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 1:45pm on November 12, 2015☆⚑

Review: Will Swenson Brings His Broadway Voice to 54 Below by Stephen Holden

At his New York cabaret debut, Mr. Swenson was joined for one number by his wife, Audra McDonald.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:58pm on September 17, 2015☆⚑

Review: Brian Stokes Mitchell Blends Songs and Theater in 'Plays With Music' by Stephen Holden

This theatrically far-reaching show at Café Carlyle has Mr. Mitchell playing a different role in almost every song.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:45pm on September 16, 2015☆⚑

Michael Feinstein and the Club 54 Below Agree to a Partnership by Stephen Holden

The Midtown Manhattan supper club will be renamed Feinstein's/54 Below, with the singer and pianist to appear there appear twice annually.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:48pm on September 2, 2015☆⚑

ArtsBeat: Cafe Carlyle Kicks Off Season With Brian Stokes Mitchell by Stephen Holden

The club's new season, which starts on Sept. 15, will include performances by Brian Stokes Mitchell and Kurt Elling.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 12:21pm on August 20, 2015☆⚑

Birdland Club to Open a Theater Next Spring by Stephen Holden

The Birdland Theater will occupy the lower level of the club on West 44th Street.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 8:47pm on August 11, 2015☆⚑

Review: 'Another Hundred People' Digs Into Stephen Sondheim's Catalog by Stephen Holden

The songs of Mr. Sondheim change KT Sullivan and Jeff Harnar, the stars of this revue, into more complex entertainers than previously suspected.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 6:13pm on July 19, 2015☆⚑

Review: Charles Busch in 'That Girl/That Boy' Shares Songs and Stories by Stephen Holden

Among the top pleasures in Mr. Busch's show at 54 Below is an appearance by Miriam Passman, one of his greatest characters and a comedic force.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 7:18pm on July 15, 2015☆⚑

Review: In 'Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs' at Café Carlyle, No Emotion Is Left Hidden by Stephen Holden

This nightclub show performance amped up an aspect of Mr. Cumming that in the past he has parceled out more cautiously: his deeper personal feelings.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 3:54pm on June 3, 2015☆⚑

In 'To Life!,' Sheldon Harnick Tells of Songs Cut From 'Fiddler on the Roof' by Stephen Holden

"To Life!: Celebrating 50 Years of 'Fiddler on the Roof' With Sheldon Harnick" presents songs cut from the original "Fiddler on the Roof."

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:27pm on May 31, 2015☆⚑

Sunny Approach To Mordant Lyricist by Stephen Holden

Stefanie Powers, in her New York cabaret debut, “Hart of My Heart,” refers to Lorenz Hart and Ms. Powers’s long-running television series, “Hart to Hart.”

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

Traveling to the Stars, No Joy or Romance Needed by Stephen Holden

Shepley Metcalf sings the music of Fran Landesman at the Metropolitan Room.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

Doing the Loco-Motion, Somewhat Slowed Down by Stephen Holden

Lynda Carter’s latest cabaret show, “Wicked Cool,” draws from the ’60s and ’70s.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

A Star Takes an Excursion Out of Her Comfort Zone by Stephen Holden

Kelli O’Hara, star of Lincoln Center’s “South Pacific,” widens her range at Feinstein’s at the Regency.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

Easygoing Look at Determined Women by Stephen Holden

Anika Noni Rose gave her New York cabaret debut, and Joan Osborne unveiled a song cycle, both part of Lincoln Center’s American Songbook series.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

Return to Civility, With Wit and Rhyme by Stephen Holden

In his show at the Oak Room of the Algonquin, Steve Ross camouflages animal instinct under a veneer of wit.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

Mary Cleere Haran Injured in Florida by Stephen Holden

The noted cabaret singer is hurt while biking.

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

It’s a Mean-Girl World: Are You Bully or Victim? by Stephen Holden

“You Again,” with Kristen Bell, Sigourney Weaver and Jamie Lee Curtis, is a misogynistic revenge comedy.

SOURCE: movies.nytimes.com at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

Cabaret Review: A ‘Dynasty’ Diva Regales Us With Her Own Life Stories by Stephen Holden

The most impressive stunt in “One Night With Joan,” a lighthearted, unrevealing autobiographical compendium of reminiscences and remarks, accompanied by dimly projected film clip…

SOURCE: The New York Times Subscription at 5:58pm on May 25, 2015☆⚑

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