FEBRUARY 6, 2012
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NOTE NEW DATE FOR PALM SPRINGS!
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND ONLY A SHORTDRIVE FROM ANYWHERE
IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA  FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2012 at 8:00pm
Annenberg Theater
Palm Springs, CA
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and musical directors in the Broadway community, is currently enjoying new-found fame as the on-camera pianist on the hit television series GLEE. In addition to his continuing role on Glee, Mr. Ellis can be seen coaching in the "Special Features" of the DVD release of Disney's animated BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Long before Glee, Mr. Ellis was renowned for his clever and instantly recognizable arrangements for such shows as FORBIDDEN BROADWAY, FORBIDDEN HOLLYWOOD, WHOOP-DEE-DOO, and the Christmas edition of FOREVER PLAID known as PLAID TIDINGS. He has arranged and orchestrated for the HOLLYWOOD BOW ORCHESTRA, THE PHILADELPHIA SYMPHONY and the CD "Unexpected Dreams - Songs From The Stars"
featuring members of the LA PHIL to benefit MUSICAL CARES which supports music programs
in Los Angeles area schools. In concert, and on CD, Brad has worked with such legendary stars
as: BILLY JOEL, ANGELA LANSBURY, KRISTIN CHENOWETH, SCARLETT JOHANSSON,
PATTI LUPONE, MARISSA JARET WINOKUR, ARIANA GRANDE, and JEREMY IRONS
to name but a few.
Sunday, February 12, 2012 WITH SPECIAL SURPRISE GUESTS INCLUDING GLEE CAST MEMBERS TBA
Doors open at 12 noon. Show starts at 1PM
$50 per person for brunch/lunch buffet and show
(tax and gratuity included)
Full no-host bar also available
For Tickets:
Catalina Jazz Club
6725 Sunset Blvd.
Hollywood , CA 90028
Street and Valet parking availableALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE
SUMMIT VIEW SCHOOL DRAMA PROGRAM
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 "A breath of fresh air in this crazy world. With her generous heart, her tangible strength, and her fantastic voice, Hilary shines with a talent to share her stories with her audience... and you are always glad you are in that audience!" ~ Karen Mason, Legendary Cabaret Star |
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"PUT A LITTLE LOVE YOUR HEART"
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"Hello, Young Lovers" |
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WHAT'S LORI DONATO UP TO?
To contact Lori about private coaching, appearing at your event or venue, upcoming classes & workshops, Call (818) 760-0757 or visit WWW.LORIDONATO.COM
THE OTHER SIDE PIANO BAR
SILVERLAKE
Tuesdays 8 PM to midnight.
Open mic, special guest singers &
musician jam nights.
2538 Hyperion Ave.
Silver Lake, CA.
CHEZ NOUS RESTAURANT TOLUCA LAKE Thursdays 6:30 PM - 10 PM 10550 Riverside Dr Toluca Lake,CA. 91602 Call 818-760-0288 for reservations RAINBOW BAR & GRILL PALM SPRINGS Fridays - 6 PM - 9 PM 216 S. Indian Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA. 92262 760-325-3989
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OUT OF TOWN SHOWS:
LAS VEGAS,
SAN FRANCISCO, SAN DIEGO, CHICAGO, NEW YORK
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THE DESERT SECTION
SHOWS IN PALM SPRINGS AREA
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DINNER RESERVATIONS ARE
STRONGLY ADVISED
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WE WILL BE RETURNING ON
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15TH
IN THE MAIN SHOW ROOM
RESERVATIONS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED:
760-327-1773
CLICK ON LINKS BELOW TO VIEW MENUS:
BAR FOOD $4 TO $11
3 COURSE DINNERS: $25, $29, OR $35
APPETIZERS & FULL MENU
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NOTE DATE CHANGE
DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2012 at 8:00pm
Annenberg Theater
Palm Springs, CA
Box Office (760) 325-4490 or CLICK HERE
USE DISCOUNT CODE AIS4 AND SAVE $5 PER TICKET |
THE HILARIOUS HIT MUSICAL COMEDY
STARRING AN AMAZING CAST OF MULTIPLE
DESERT THEATRE LEAGUE AWARD WINNERS:
Lou Galvan, Matt Shaker, Raul Valenzuela, Shannon Hooper,
Theresa Jewett and Colleen Kelley
Directed and Choreographed by Jeanette Knight
FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO: www.pdstage.com |
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CLICK ON BONNIE'S STAR TO WATCH HER VIDEO
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Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage February 12, 2012 Don't miss this special evening of supporting your favorite charity or dancer! Dinner tickets are $90 per person, which includes dinner and $20 towards vote donations for the charity of your choice. CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL THE STARS AND THEIR CHARITIES CLICK HERE FOR TICKET INFO & HOW TO VOTE FOR YOUR STAR & THEIR CHARITY |
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SHOW TIME 8 PM
3RD THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH
SHOW DATES: FEB. 16, MAR. 19
$10 COVER IN ADVANCE OR $12 AT THE DOOR
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TWO DATES:
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12th
AT OLD TOWN COMMUNITY THEATRE IN TEMECULA
SHOW TIME 2 PM
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
(note site says Patricia Welch)
AND
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26TH
AT THE INDIAN WELLS THEATRE
ON THE CSU CAMPUS
PALM DESERT
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
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CHRISTIAN ANNOUNCES HIS NEW BLOG ON MYDESERT.COM
CLICK HERE FOR THE DESERT SUN CLASSICAL ARTS BLOG
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IF WE RAISE $125,000 IN 90 DAYS WE'LL RECEIVE ANOTHER $175,000 IN MATCHING FUNDS!! CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE! |
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS & INFORMATIONCOMING FEBRUARY 24 - 26 |
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CLICK ON LOGO FOR TICKET INFO
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A Little Night Music is a musical with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler. Inspired by the Ingmar Bergman film Smiles of a Summer Night, it involves the romantic lives of several couples. Its title is a literal English translation of the German name for Mozart's Serenade No. 13 for strings in G major, Eine kleine Nachtmusik. The musical includes the popular song "Send in the Clowns".Since its original 1973 Broadway production, the musical has enjoyed professional productions in the West End, by opera companies, in a 2009 Broadway revival, and elsewhere, and it is a popular choice for regional groups. It was adapted for film in 1977, with Harold Prince directing and Elizabeth Taylor, Len Cariou, Lesley-Anne Down and Diana Rigg starring.Palm Canyon Theatre's production will feature live music with Denis Moreen on piano. Starring in this limited engagement affair is Mark Almy, Se Layne, Pamla Vale Abramson and Nicholas Sloan.WITH LIVE PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT BY DENIS MOREEN
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PLEASE NOTE: MELISSA BATALLES
HAS REPLACED MS. WELCH FOR THIS PERFORMANCE
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TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS! HAPPY HOUR
4 to 7 pm daily 
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EVERY TUESDAY
Michael Holmes & Joel Baker sing the Great American Songbook at In The Lounge at Amici Rancho Mirage from 5:30 to 8:30 CALL: 760-341-0738 for more info
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15th at 7:30 FOR CABARET OPEN MIC AT THREE SIXTY NORTH!
Hello Readers:
This last week we had two open mics so I am going to save you some reading time and just list all the fabulous singers who turned up.
Starting with THREE SIXTY NORTH on Wednesday night:
BILL, RON COHN, THOM MCMORRIS, DOUG GRAHAM, GEORGE LOUIS, LINDSAY OUELLETTE, PAT MCCANN, CHARLES FERRIS, JEROME ELLIOTT, JONATHAN THEANDER, COURT GRAVES, ALAN JON, WAYNE CURTIS, DONNY TEETERS, RAFF CORRELL, CLAUDIA SUSSMAN, AL T-MAN, ERIC SPITZ, DAWN SPITZ, VICKI KNIGHT, & LYN STANLEY. All 21 singers like the new venue very much and I know the 360 loved us. So we are coming back on Wednesday, February 15th for another night starting again at 7:30 PM. Get there early for a great table or call for reservations. The food is great and although the happy hour drink prices as it turns out are only if you buy them at the bar, I still think it is a wonderful addition to the cabaret scene in Palm Springs. They loved that we completely filled every seat in the house and are trying to arrange the calendar so we can make it a weekly event.
Then on Saturday night at THE RED TOMATO it was another full house bringing in singers: DONNY TEETERS, GERALD COLUCCI, GEORGE LOUIS, LINDSAY OUELLETTE, DAWN SPITZ, ERIC SPITZ, LYN STANLEY, RAFE CORRELL, JUDY DEERTRACK, ALAN JON, PAT MCCANN, TONY SHONE, & BILLY. BILL BECK the owner at TRT made an announcement that he is stepping down from the day to day operations due to a health issue but will be coming in to see us on Saturday nights. We wish him the best. Meantime, the rest of the staff is working very hard, their new chef is making new fans and bringing around some old ones with his fabulous cooking and we are really happy to be part of it all.
I know we mentioned that we 'might' be at Mesquite Country Club on this Wednesday night, however we have not gotten the final word. If we should find out more I will send out a special email blast on
Tuesday or Wednesday.
Well that is it for me, have a great week and see you soon? Les Michaels
JOEL BAKER IS AVAILABLE: to help you with learning new material, song choices, pick the right key, etc. A one-hour session is $40, and a half-hour (in case you only want to go over a couple songs for open mic or whatever) is $25. Contact him if you're interested! His number is 760-641-3251.
AND CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT JOEL'S NEW WEBSITE...
IT'S GROOVY MAN!
JOIN THE CABARET ASSOCIATION OF THE DESERT COME ON PEOPLE ... WHERE ARE ALL THE NEW MEMBERS? Several of you have joined the NOTES FROM PALM SPRINGS GROUP recently - probably thinking you were also joining the new CABARET ASSOCIATION OF THE DESERT, but now that you are a NOTES MEMBER you need to go to GROUPS to join CAD.
LIFE IS A CABARET AD SPECIAL:
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HELP ME KEEP THIS NEWSLETTER UP AND GOING:
It is getting tougher and tougher to keep up with the expense of both this newsletter and promoting the shows, what with all the web service fees, printing and not to mention all the time it takes to put it all together - more than a regular 9 to 5 job with overtime. So if you enjoy reading about cabaret and know that there are few places like this around that helps so many keep cabaret alive, then please consider making a contribution via PayPal.
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One of the best things you can do is pass this
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FROM EXECUTIVE PRODUCER STEVEN SPIELBERG THE FIRST EPISODE BEGINS.... TONIGHT MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6th AND STARRING KATHERINE MCPHEE "SMASH" 10 PM ON NBC 
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FOR ALL YOU LOUNGE LIZARDS HO LOVE GOOD MUSIC! COOL CABARET, JAZZ & STANDARDS! CLICK ON & LISTEN ON LINE ANYTIME YOU WANT AT: MARTINI IN THE MORNING RADIO |
FOR ANYONE WHO HAS NOT BEEN TO
THE ARTHUR NEWMAN THEATRE...
HERE IS A COUPLE OF PICTURES TAKEN BY DOUG RIDGEWAY, OUR HOUSE MANAGER & SOUND AND LIGHTING DIRECTOR: 
Between last season and this season, we presented over 70 artists and a lot of very appreciative audiences. Hopefully we'll be back again next year, perhaps in May with more cabaret and maybe even a musical review or two? If you KNOW you have what it takes to fill a small, intimate theater and DON'T USE RECORDED TRACKS... email me at: les@lesmichaels.com and I will put you on the maybe list. |
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WHAT'S GOING ON AT
PALM SPRINGS ART MUSEUM?
 UPCOMING FILM SCHEDULE
FREE MOVIES EVERY OTHER THURSDAY AT 6 PM. FIRST COME SEATING!!
  
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"NOTES FROM PALM SPRINGS" IS MERGING
WITH "NOTES FROM HOLLYWOOD"
Want to get involved in the Desert Lifestyle?
And that includes making the most of every possible NETWORKING OPPORTUNITY. Please take a few minutes and join NOTES FROM PALM SPRINGS,
a free and invaluable networking group.
CLICK HERE TO JOIN
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FEATURED CABARET VIDEO
OF THE WEEK:
Not very good quality video, but so funny
you must watch it. JASON GRAAE "Popular" sings to MEGAN HILTY.
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LIFE IS A CABARET
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Why send out something that is either
really bad or something that you payed way too much for?
You cannot beat this price. All work must be prepaid via PayPal. This is a limited time offer and rates will be going up at some point so act now while it's slow. Contact me at:
Basic postcard front for only $25 and posters for only $50 in PDF & JPG format for you to use for printing, emailing and posting on web sites and social media sites to increase
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TO ALL THE NEW SUBSCRIBERS WE GOT THIS WEEK.
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ALEX VARDEN SAYS....
ALEX VARDEN at the piano in his
West Hollywood music studio.
AND HERE IS ONE OF HIS WONDERFUL CATS: RICE ON THE LEFT AND PEPPER ON THE RIGHT
Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine!
~ Anthony J. D'Angelo,
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Positive possibilities are everywhere, even in things that
are not so positive. Whatever may happen, whatever may be,
there is good that can come from it.
Weakness is an opportunity to become stronger. Ignorance is
an opportunity to learn.
Each challenge can push you to improve your effectiveness.
Every mistake gives you a compelling example of what not to do.
When disagreements are expressed and articulated, there is a
chance for greater understanding. When problems reach the
point of crisis, it can motivate you to find the right solution.
Don't let yourself be discouraged by the shortcomings and
disappointments that come your way. Instead, quickly look
for the positive opportunities in them.
No matter what the situation may be, there is good that can come
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CABARET GROUPS TO JOIN:
LA CABARET YAHOO GROUP - with 175 members, it's a LA BASED link to other cabaret minded people. It's a great way
to promote your shows and share ideas. JOIN HERE:
LA CABARET GROUP
STU HAMSTRA'S "Cabaret Hot Line On Line" - With a subscriber list of over 2500 & memberships starting at $20
for a Silver Membership which includes the weekly enewsletter,
a link to your website, free gig postings, show discounts, & so
much more. Go to STU HAMSTRA'S
CABARET HOT LINE ON LINE at: CABARET HOT LINE.
CABARET WEST - This Southern California group is the best
source for all your cabaret needs. The $25 annual membership
gets you a monthly newsletter, 2 for 1 discounts on many shows, a link to their website, a place to advertise your shows for free, audition notices and much more. Go to:
CABARET WEST and check it out.
CABARET SINGERS GROUP: with 532 members nationwide,
it is a must for all cabaret singers and their fans. Go to:
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DORIS DAY CLIP OF THE WEEK:
"Ten Cents A Dance" from
Love Me Or Leave Me - 1955.
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DO YOU.....
- NEED A PIANIST?
- VIDEOGRAPHER?
- VOICE TEACHER OR COACH?
- LIGHTS AND SOUND PERSON?
- AND MORE....
I HAVE A PRETTY GOOD LIST BUT WOULD LOVE TO ADD SOME MORE, AND MOST OF ALL I WOULD LOVE FOR SOME OF THOSE LISTED TO
'SUBSCRIBE' TO THE SERVICE AND MAKE A CONTRIBUTION.
AND PLEASE MENTION ME WHEN YOU CONTACT THEM.
CLICK ON 'THE LIST" NOTE: I AM STILL IN THE PROCESS OF UPDATE "THE LIST" AND HAVE A LOT MORE TO ADD. CHECK BACK LATER. ALSO, IF YOU ARE ON THE LIST AND SEE ANY CHANGES THAT NEED TO BE MADE - PLEASE EMAIL ME. LES
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RECIPE OF THE WEEK:
RED LOBSTER'S CHEDDAR BAY BISQUITS
(Posted especially for Barbara Wisby)
Ingredients:
For the biscuits: Cooking spray 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 1/2 teaspoons sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons vegetable shortening, at room temperature 4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 6 ounces grated yellow cheddar cheese (about 1 1/4 cups) 3/4 cup whole milk
For the garlic butter: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, smashed 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions:
Position a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees. Lightly mist a large baking sheet with cooking spray. Make the biscuits: Pulse the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a food processor. Add the shortening and pulse until combined. Add the butter; pulse 4 or 5 times, or until the butter is in pea-size pieces. Add the cheese and pulse 2 or 3 times. Pour in the milk and pulse just until the mixture is moistened and forms a shaggy dough. Turn out onto a clean surface and gently knead until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough or the biscuits will be tough. Drop the dough onto the baking sheet in scant 1/4-cup portions, 2 inches apart, and bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile, make the garlic butter: Melt the butter with the garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the parsley. Brush the biscuits with the garlic butter and serve warm.
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Coke commercial starring Mr. Burns
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AUDITIONS
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BIG THINGS ARE HAPPENING IN 2012
INCLUDING "SHOW SEARCH" - A NATION WIDE SEARCH TO
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WRITTEN BY HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE
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THAT COULD MAKE THEM THE NEXT STEPHEN SCHWARTZ!
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MORE AUDITIONS UPDATED WEEKLYUpdated weekly, you can find auditions for Cabaret, Musicals, Cruise Ships, Reviews, and more. From Coast to Coast and everywhere in between.Check out my AUDITIONS PAGE
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Top Ten Tips When
Creating a Cabaret Show
By Michael Miyazaki
Michael Miyazaki is a cabaret artist based in the Washington DC area. In addition to performing, Michael does extensive repertoire consulting and research for cabaret performers, as well as directing. Michael's blog, Miyazaki Cabaret Report: DC and Beyond (CabaretDC.wordpress.com) provides news, reviews and resources for anyone with an interest in cabaret, with a special focus on performance activity in the Washington DC area. Michael is also the DC correspondent for Cabaret Scenes magazine, writing a monthly Washington activities column and providing reviews and other content.
1. Remember the character you are playing is "you".
When you're doing a cabaret act, the most important thing to remember is that the character on stage is you, or at least an idealized (hopefully) version of yourself. You are responsible for every thought and word expressed up there whether sung, spoken, written by someone else or ad libbed on the spur of the moment. It's OK to portray a character once or twice in a show, but the audience has come to see YOU!
2. Know what your audience expects of you.
If you have a following because of your theatrical work, recognize that and honor it. If there's a role you're famous for, a type of character you usually portray, honor the audience's expectations, so they'll see some of that. We all know the experience of going to see an artist and being disappointed because they didn't do what we most wanted to hear them do. Know what is unique about YOU as a performer, and why someone should come see you as opposed to any other entertainment options they have.
3. Surprise your audience.
However, cabaret is the perfect forum for showing what a 3-dimensional artist you can be. Show a different side of your personality that audiences don't usually get to see. Challenge yourself and the audience in the process.
4. Think of the structure of your act.
The biggest mistake that musical theater performers make in cabaret is thinking "I have ten songs that I know, so I should do a show." Pay attention to the structure of your show and its flow. A good approach is suggested by cabaret icon Andrea Marcovicci when she suggests that a good cabaret show is like a blind date with the audience. You open pleasant and general, talk about the weather, and reveal things about yourself gradually until you come to a big emotional payoff. You don't enter, say hello, and then announce that you're suicidal because your boyfriend just dumped you and the subsequent eviction would have you living on the street if it weren't for the fact that you stole a key to the methadone clinic you frequent.
5. Have a dialogue with the audience.
The point of cabaret is that you can have a direct experience with the audience. You can look in their eyes. You can walk around the room and engage people directly. Yes, there are certain numbers where you can erect a "fourth wall", but an entire evening of that is, by definition, distancing. Treat the audience as your scene partner. A great technique is to script lines that you hear in your head in between the phrases of your song. E.g. "Some day, he'll come along." Who? "The man I love." Oh, what'll he be like? "And he'll be big and strong." You go for that? "The man I love." Are you sure you haven't met him already? "And when he comes my way..." etc. Similarly, it's useful to have a mental script in your head that you go through during the music break in a song
6. Assemble a great team and trust them.
Have a music director that makes you feel great when you're singing to their music. And make sure that you feel you get the support you need for your performance. Have a director that you trust as an outside eye to make sure your show flows, your material suits you and that you look good up there.
7. You have the flexibility to sing a song the way you want to.
As theater artists, we constantly have to "color within the lines" in very specific boundaries set by the playwright, composer & lyricist, director, choreographer, lighting designer... In cabaret, the songs are an expression of you. They should all sound like you're the first person to ever sing something and that you're making it up on the spot. As such, you have flexibility to choose arrangements with keys and tempos that suit you. You can sing the intro, skip it, or put it in the middle of the song. You decide what verses you want to sing and in what order, and even if you want to quote another song.
8. Good patter should set up the song, not give it away.
The biggest mistake that people make with patter is saying "This next song is about..." and giving a description of the following song so complete that there's no reason to hear it. It's very akin to those movie previews that make you feel you've seen the whole movie already. If you have a really cool take or cool info that will help the audience get a better grip, that's great: "Dorothy Fields spent a large part of her early career writing for Cotton Club performers, and one interpretation of this song is that it is about what the world is like for someone passing for white" followed by On the Sunny Side of the Street. Or it can just set a mood: "OK, maybe the last six relationships didn't work out, but I still believe in believing in what I want" into The Man I Love.
9. Funny patter can replace a comic number.
The world of comic songs is comparatively small, and the good ones (e.g. the entire work of Goldrich and Heisler) have been well farmed. However, if you're stuck for a way to lighten up a section of your show, take Andrea Marcovicci's advice once again, and look to tell a funny story or lighten the portion of your show with patter rather than a song.
10. Take names.
Think of yourself as a business. Be sure to collect names and build your mailing list for future appearances.
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