NY Cabaret Review Sandi Durell
Not only is Christine Ebersole a big, fantastic vocal noise at 54 Below but, Ladies and Gents, please address her as Reverend Dr. Ebersole! Yes, she’s been ordained as a minister or as she puts it “a controversial cabaret singer” because of her politics.
It seems she was always a little off-beat growing up in Winnetka, Illinois where, at the age of 9, she decided to run away from home to seek out a family with a sense of justice, somewhere in Michigan! Why? Because Mom wanted her to continue with her piano lessons. So what’s a girl to do but put on her saddle shoes, cardigan sweater set and swim across Lake Michigan!
Her philosophical political self was reflected with stories about her brother and Dad during the Vietnam War and in songs “Woodstock” and “Landslide.”
She has an extensive vocal range and ability that is riveting and did give the packed room a taste of her beautiful legit soprano with the compelling “Will You?,” from Grey Gardens, as part of her encore.
This gal is one hot, slick chick blessed with many multi-facets. Can’t wait to see what she comes up with next!
Her band consisted of Larry Saltzman on guitar, Clint DeGanon on drums, Lee Nadel on bass and Clark Gayton on trombone.
*Photos: Magda Katz
Remaining shows at 54 Below Sept. 11, 12, 13, 17 & 18 at 7 p.m. and Sept. 20 at 8 p.m.
254 West 54 Street (cellar) NYC 212 646-476-3551