In the Spotlight: The J2 Cabaret Series: I’m the Greatest Star: The Songs of Jule Styne and Bob Merrill
The revue definitely had its highlights as delivered by its individual performances, but some basic mistakes undermined the night as a whole.
Greg Jones Ellis: I Opened for Barry Manilow’s Mother
He had the audience under his spell from his first moments on stage.
Gerry Geddes: Selfies & Songs
Cabaret multi-hyphenate Gerry Geddes added another arrow to his quiver by making his on-stage debut at Don’t Tell Mama with a fascinating, creative program.
Cindy Firing: You & I: Cindy Firing Pays Tribute to Barbara Cook
A worthy successor as both singer and actress and as a fine storyteller.
Amanda Ferguson: Ladies of the ’80s
Amanda Ferguson has a gorgeous, big, Broadway-sounding voice as well as a fine understanding of how to create characters through lyrics and movement.
Tim Connell: Lucky Me!
A delightful celebration offering just the right mix of humor, sentiment ,and sentimentality.
Jeff Flaster: Take the Moment
With his fine tenor and his warm and inviting personality, he made an impressive first outing.
Sam Gravitte: Songs That Raised Me
An attractive voice, an impressive dramatic range, and a very handsome appearance.
Matt Baker: A Rhapsody of Gershwin
The entire show brimmed over with invention, humor, and a passion
Andrea Bell Wolff: Adventures in Vegas
This was not only entertaining theater, but smart theater as well.