Judi Mark – Florencia Cuenca – Steve Ross, Mauricio Martinez – John Manzari – Jason Sweetthooth Williams/Jeremy Morse – Ellyn Marsh/Joey Taranto
Mauricio Martinez returns to 54 Below with “5’11” Based in NYC” on October 5 and 6 @ 7 pm with guests Linedy Genao, Alexis Michelle and Musical Director/Pianist Brian J. Nash. An evening of songs and stories, written and directed by Robbie Rozelle. www.54Below.org
Singer-dancer-entertainer Judi Mark reprises Merely Marvelous—the Songs of Gwen Verdon on Wednesdays, October 4 and 11 at 7 PM at Don’t Tell Mama. The show is music directed by pianist Ian Herman and directed by Jeff Harnar. www.donttellmamanyc.com
Florencia Cuenca, a brown Mexican immigrant singer, actress, and songwriter, is set to perform at Joe’s Pub on October 8th for the highly acclaimed ‘Broadway en Spanglish’ project. This unique project, featuring Mariachi Real de México de Ramon Ponce, delivers a fresh interpretation of some of musical theater’s most iconic tunes with new arrangements by Jaime Lozano.
For over a year, Florencia Cuenca has been involved in the ‘Broadway en Spanglish’ project, honing her skills and perfecting her performance. Her upcoming show at Joe’s Pub is highly anticipated, and with the addition of special guests Mariachi Real de México de Ramon Ponce, it promises to be an unforgettable evening.Florencia Cuenca’s performance at Joe’s Pub on October 8th – Tickets are priced at $30 and can be purchased by the general public at https://publictheater.org/productions/joes-pub/2023/f/florencia-cuenca–jaime-lozano/
Steve Ross – ‘The Crown Prince of Cabaret’ – is offering Oktober Musikfest, a reprise of his recent Birdland show on October 4th: Steve Ross Sings and Plays Cole Porter: From List to Lust, at the Salmagundi Club 47 Fifth Ave, NYC. The program is FREE and open to the public but reservations are a must. Refreshments available at 6 pm with a 6:30 pm start time with supper in the restaurant after the performance. Contract Brittney Inman: brittanyinman@gmail.com
Fresh from his triumphant Broadway debut in Funny Girl, performer John Manzari brings his unique blend of song and tap dance to Birdland Theater, Thursday, October 12 at 8:30pm. Joined by collaborator and pianist Luther S. Allison and backed by the rhythm section of Jonathon Muir-Cotton on bass and Domo Branch on drums, Manzari offers a selection of jazz standards, modern favorites and original compositions driven by improvised percussive tap that embodies the spirit of Sammy Davis Jr. and the influential Hines brothers. A multi-faceted entertainer of the 21st century, Manzari’s modern-day song and dance man approach to his performance links past black entertainers to today’s audiences with rhythm, melody, and camaraderie. at https://www.birdlandjazz.com/tm-event/john-manzari/
The Green Room 42 will present Ellyn Marsh and Joey Taranto in an on-stage performance of their hit true crime and comedy podcast “I Think Not! Live” on Tuesday, October 10 at 7:00 PM.Join them as they recap an episode of one of their (and your!) favorite true-crime TV shows. Ellyn and Joey are long-time friends from performing together on Broadway, so they’re obsessed with each other, trash TV, and all things true crime. Expect their signature mix of humor and heart (and let’s be honest, they will probably randomly break out into song) as they break down one of the wackiest cases from the best true crime series that campy television has to offer. www.thegreenroom42.com
Jason SweetTooth Williams and Jeremy Morse in This Is My Show, Dammit! on June 16th, 2024 at 7pm.at 54 Below. Jason SweetTooth Williams and Jeremy Morse duke it out on Daddy’s Day in their 54 Below duo debut, This is My Show Dammit!. These real-life dads are known for their roles in Broadway’s Be More Chill and Waitress and are spending their Father’s Day like all good daddies do…away from their kids. Jason and Jeremy will be taking their character skills to the extreme, exploring their storied careers, and battling each other until the final button to see who will be crowned the character King…and who will end up second banana. Featuring songs by Tony® nominee Joe Iconis and character duets from some of Broadway’s greatest musicals, Jeremy and Jason deliver a ludicrous, hilarious, non-stop roller coaster ride of character-actor goodness that will leave you wondering if the world even needs a leading man ever again. www.54Below.org
