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Join the Beaus as they welcome back former Cabaret Project castmates Kat Bakhtiari, Kelli McHugh, Danielle Kastner, Molly Farrelly, Adam Behm, and Brittany McCullum for a one-night cabaret homecoming. The cast will be bringing back fan-favorite numbers from previous shows, sing-along classics, epic duets, and some serious laughs - not to mention dazzling harmonics! If you‘ve been following the Beaus and the Cabaret Project‘s journey throughout the past decade, you know this is not a show to miss.

Turn back the clock and join Frank Sinatra tribute artist Gary Thomas and his band the Tom-Toms for an evening of sophisticated cocktails, salacious stories, and performances of selections from two seminal Sinatra albums released in 1954, SONGS FOR YOUNG LOVERS and SWING EASY, along with other Sinatra favorites. Gary Thomas released his debut album "First, Last, and Forever" in April 2023.

After a three-year hiatus, Muse returns to the Newport Theater with their elemental series. For the second in this series, on September 29th, we bring you Air! Muse is a live music experience that incorporates drag, burlesque, clowning and other art forms to explore universal themes.

Turn back the clock and join Frank Sinatra tribute artist Gary Thomas and his band the Tom-Toms for an evening of sophisticated cocktails, salacious stories, and performances of selections from two seminal Sinatra albums released in 1954, SONGS FOR YOUNG LOVERS and SWING EASY, along with other Sinatra favorites. Gary Thomas released his debut album "First, Last, and Forever" in April 2023.

Finally making a debut at Epiphany Center for the Arts, in my very first Cabaret solo performance; after being awarded the Denise Tomasello Cabaret Scholarship. You won’t want to miss this amazing performance. Featuring the AfterHours Trio Lara Driscoll -Piano Alex Austin-Bass Kurt Lubbe-Drums/MD Tickets: $25 - General Admission | $60 - VIP table for 2 ‘Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door I hope to see you all there!!!! Blessings, LaShera

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 from 8:00-9:00 pm “THIS BROAD’S WAY” @ DAVENPORT’S (CHICAGO) Join this multi-award winning Cabaret/Jazz performing artist in a program of all Broadway songs (Sue’s guilty pleasure). Songs from: Wonderful Town, Damn Yankees, Dr. Dolittle, Sweeney Todd, City of Angels, Cinderella, The King & I, How to Succeed in Business, Kiss Me Kate, Wicked...and MORE! Written by Comden & Green, Bernstein, Bricusse, Sondheim, Zippel, Coleman, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Porter and MORE! These are songs Sue would never be cast to sing, songs sung totally out of context from the show, songs with a “new take” and other surprises all done “This Broad’s Way”! Featuring: Musical Director Beckie Menzie! Davenport’s Piano Bar – 1383 North Milwaukee Ave., Chicago 773-278-1830 www.davenportspianobar.com DIRECT LINK TO TICKETING: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-broads-way-comes-to-davenports-starring-sue-matsuki-tickets-690269052317?aff=oddtdtcreator "Not only can Ms. Matsuki SING and tell stories in song, she is (in a word) hysterical! Then, in another number, Matsuki depicted this fascinating woman with very smart readings of classic Broadway tunes." - Broadway World "What was overwhelmingly clear was Sue’s love song to her audience. And then there‘s her voice, you will NEVER hear Ms. Matsuki treat any lyric or musical note as a throwaway." - Lavender After Dark Sue Matsuki Matsuki Productions Author: So You Want to Sing Cabaret Columnist: Sue’s Views Member of NATS Producer: NATS Musical Theatre Competition Gala Producer: Urban Stages Winter Rhythms www.SueMatsuki.com www.Facebook.com/SueMatsuki www.linkedin.com/in/sue-matsuki-b548284/ http://www.Instagram.com/suematsuki

The Opportunity Knocks singers are going to take you around the world in song. We are singing songs about Cities and Countries of the USA and other countries. The featured performers are: Patrick Davis, Drew Fase, Gio Cueto, Gunduz, Sue Sussman, Beth Halevey, Nicole Neyenesch and Peter Stielstra. Hosted by Bob Howell Dan Stetzel Pianist and Musical Director. Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret Bar 1383 North Milwaukee Avenue Sunday, October 1, 2023 & 4:00 PM Chicago, IL 60622 $18 Cover Charge Plus a 2 drink minimum 21+

What do Mozart, drunken dads, and Space Food Sticks have in common? They all lurk in the darkly humorous heart of Wendy Parman’s Mid-Century Tales. With the delightfully talented Andrew Milliken on keys, this hybrid performance will feature readings, and stories with a sprinkling of songs, both original and obscure. We aim to pull you out of your doldrums and into your imagined past. Part of Scott Whitehair‘s Solo Sunday Series at the Jekot Theater, upstairs at Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro.

JOIN LAURA FREEMAN AND THE MAIN MUSICAL MEN IN HER LIFE: TRACY ADAMS, KEN BAKER AND ROB DORN, AS THEY SING LOVE SONGS FROM BUTTERFLIES THROUGH THE HARD PARTS! SONGS INCLUDE: HIGHER LOVE, THE MAN THAT GOT AWAY, AS WELL AS TUNES FROM YOUR FAVORITE MUSICALS!

Leaves are falling, temperatures are dropping, and the scent of pumpkin spice is in the air. Fat Cat Cabaret, Chicago‘s only all-plus-size burlesque company, is embracing all things autumnal with their seasonal show. "Fall for Fat Cat" will appear one night only (much like The Great Pumpkin) on October 6 at 9:30pm at the Newport Theater. We promise curves that will keep you warmer than your favorite fluffy sweater. Featured performers include: Luna Loz Harlem Nyte Purris Stilton Texas Tea Cakes and Catty Wompass As well as producers: Lottie a la West Fancy Fontina Dotti Moscati and Boobs Radley Tickets are $30 for V(ery) I(mportant) P(ussycat) perches, including preferred seating close to the stage, stickers, raffle tickets, snacks and other goodies $20 for general seating Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fall-in-love-with-fat-cat-cabaret-tickets-699714333407 Can‘t make it to the theater? Virtual tickets are only $15 for streaming!

Have you ever been surprised when a well-known actor also has a great voice on the silver screen? Did you ever wonder if they were really singing? Join Tracy as he shares songs and stories from Broadway musicals that became musical movies and get the goods on casting, songs that were lost in translation, and the hush-hush practice of vocal dubbing.

Come hear five great singers sing what they sing best. Arlene Armstrong, Barb Smith, Joyce Thomas, Sonia Oyola, and Tirzah Blomberg will entertain you with Latin rhythms, jazz, Broadway tunes and blues. Doors open at 6:30 PM $15 cover - no food or drink minimum Tickets are available at JoyceThomas-JazzDiva.com Click this link to hear Joyce Thomas from a prior show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRJKZaWtmxQ&t=2s

Annual fundraiser for Chicago Cabaret Professionals at Epiphany Center for the Arts 201 S Ashland Chicago IL. Featuring a multitude of singers and musicians from Chicago Cabaret Members. Tickets available now: https://tinyurl.com/CCP-25th-Gala-Tickets Tickets: $150 - VIP Reserved cabaret table for 2 | $300 - VIP Reserved cabaret table for 4 $100 - Reserved high top table for 2 | $200 - Reserved high top table for 4 $40 - General Admission | $30 - MEMBERS ONLY Service charges apply to ALL ticket purchases (online and box office)’ - Credit card only at door Featured Performers: Pre-Show Cocktail Performers Carolyn Wehner - Music Director Ruth Fuerst HERstory Gaye Klopack Joyce Thomas Robin Watson Gala Performers Beckie Menzie - Music Director Scott Grynder - Emcee Arlene Armstrong Anne & Mark Burnell Cyntha Clarey Joan Curto David Edelfelt The Feathered Beaus Hilary Ann Feldman Cindy Firing Girls Like Us Carla Gordon Paul Montondo Pam Peterson Denise Tomasello Patricia Salinski The Swinging Sisters Kevin Wood & David Meulemans Sunday October 15, 2023 6-9pm

Take a breath, take a break, put a log on the fire ‘cause We’ve Only Just Begun. Spend a few holiday moments with Karen and Richard Carpenter and it will be Yesterday Once More. Haley Griffin Jonathan Carroll Corey Richards Ellen Winters Reynolds Rising Star: Shelby Brodzeller, Slinger High School Piano: Kerry Hart Bieneman Drums: “Mrs. Fun”, Kim Zick Narrators: Susan Loveridge and Bob Hirschi