That's about all I managed to cram in this past week, but I've got some great things coming up next week, so be sure to check back next Saturday for a new column!
Where I'm going this week...
Saturday, December 5th: Michael Feinstein and David Hyde Pierce Holiday Show at Feinstein's at Loews Regency. Five-time Grammy nominee Michael Feinstein (THE authority on the Great American Songbook) and Emmy and Tony Award winner David Hyde Pierce are teaming up for their first ever collaboration, and I can't WAIT to see it! Having been a longtime fan of both of the entertainers, and a huge fan of the holidays, this sounds to me like it could be showbiz alchemy!
Monday, December 7th: Cast Party at Birdland. Hosted by Jim Caruso this fantastic open mic runs from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. but make sure you get there early to sign up if you want to sing!
Wednesday, December 9th: Maxine Linehan at Tainted Blue Recording Studio. This talented Irish songstress is celebrating the release of her Petula Clark tribute CD, "What Would Petula Do?" and I am very much looking forward to being on hand to join in the celebration! I saw Maxine performing the tribute earlier this year, and had a terrific time - can't wait to hear it again!
Thursday, December 10th: Gretchen Reinhagen in Special Kaye at The Metropolitan Room. Gretchen debuted this Kaye Ballard tribute in California earlier this year and received glowing reviews! I've seen her perform a few of the numbers from it, and am very much looking forward to seeing the full show!
Friday, December 11th: MetroJam at The Metropolitan Room. MetroJam is the monthly open mic I have the honor of hosting, and this month, am thrilled that our special guest will be none other than Tony DeSare, who will be performing a 3 song set! Signup begins at 9:30 p.m., the open mic runs from 10-midnight. On hand to provide stellar backup for the performers will be the fabulous MetroJam band: John DiPinto on piano, Ritt Henn on bass, and Bobby Sher on drums.
Pictured: Jim Caruso
