NYC - Citation Needed
May
23
9:30 PM21:30

NYC - Citation Needed

Robbie Rozelle has it all… almost. Known internationally as a cabaret icon, a cast album maven, and a devoted husband, the only thing he’s missing is seemingly the most crucial: his own Wikipedia entry. It has become clear that he has to take matters into his own hands. Hailed by BroadwayWorld as “a cabaret train that won’t be stopped”, and “a genius at crafting an evening” by StageBuddy, the celebrated creator of Songs From Inside My Locker will take you on a hilarious all-encompassing romp through everything from “Early Life” to “Career” to “Discography” and beyond with his new show, Citation Needed.

Featuring songs and stories from his nearly 30 years in show business, and his requisite razor-sharp wit, signature medleys, snazzy special guests and his merry band The Two Drink Minimum, led by Drama Desk nominee Yasuhiko Fukuoka. Be there as he hits “publish” on the most important Wikipedia entry of all time.

Written and performed by Robbie Rozelle

Music direction and arrangements by Yasuhiko Fukuoka

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NYC - Robert Bannon’s Pride Playlist, Vol 3
Jun
20
9:30 PM21:30

NYC - Robert Bannon’s Pride Playlist, Vol 3

For the past two years, Robert Bannon’s Pride Playlist has brought Pride to NYC! Third time’s a charm as Robert is back!

Robert Bannon, as seen on “Saturday Night Live,” “Real Housewives of NJ,” and as the host of The Roundtable returns to 54 Below to celebrate PRIDE for the second year in a row with Robert Bannon’s Pride Playlist. The night will share his personal journey, set to music, including his Pride anthem “I Think He Knew” that you know and love.

Last year, BroadwayWorld proclaimed, ”Bannon’s vocals were insane, his guests were magical, and the whole night was a big gay disco party not soon to be forgotten.” You will laugh, you might even cry, dance, & sing, but one thing is you will definitely leave ready to share your PRIDE!

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NYC - Mark MacKillop: Duets
Mar
10
8:00 PM20:00

NYC - Mark MacKillop: Duets

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Join Mark and numerous Stars from Broadway and Cabaret as they sing your favorites from musical theatre, pop, and more. He's got a few surprises up his sleeves and it's a night you won't want to miss.

Musical Director: Jeremiah Ginn
Bass: Tina Lama
Drums: Dan Berkery

Featured Performers: 
Jelani Remy
Jackie Cox
Robbie Rozelle
Kaylee MacKnight
Michelle Dowdy
Emma Pittman
Amber Ardolino
Cayleigh Capaldi

*Performers subject to change.

Funds raised will go to Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS .

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NYC - I'll Be Here Tomorrow: The Optimism of Jerry Herman
Mar
2
7:00 PM19:00

NYC - I'll Be Here Tomorrow: The Optimism of Jerry Herman

Hello, Dolly!, Mame, La Cage aux Folles.

Those three shows, plus many others, all emerged from the marvelous musical mind of Tony Award® winner Jerry Herman.

Join us on March 2nd for an evening of songs and stories performed by the legends themselves who were lucky enough to bring Jerry Herman’s music to vivid life.

Behind the Curtain’s Robert W. Schneider will be on hand to share trivia and anecdotes about the man who gave the world such musical moments as “Before The Parade Passes By,” “It’s Today,” “The Best of Times,” and many, many more!

Expect some of Jerry Herman’s favorite artists to make an appearance and take a musical stroll down memory lane.

Featuring:

Tony Award® Honoree Gerard Alessandrini (Forbidden BroadwaySpamilton)
Nick Brogan
LaDonna Burns
(White Girl in DangerRent national tour)
Mary Callanan
(BandstandAnnieMy Fair Lady national tour)
Eric Michael Gillett (The FrogsSweet Smell of SuccessKiss Me, Kate)
Ryan J. Haddad (Drama Desk Award, Dark Disabled Stories)
Tony Award® winner Cady Huffman (La Cage aux FollesThe Will Rogers FolliesThe Producers)
Tony Award® winner Christiane Noll (RagtimeDear Evan HansenChaplin)
Christine Pedi (ChicagoForbidden Broadway)
Kurt Peterson (FolliesDear World)
Tony Award® nominee Lee Roy Reams (42nd StreetLa Cage aux Folles)
Robbie Rozelle (Songs from Inside My Locker)
Richard Skipper (Richard Skipper Celebrates podcast)
Mark Waldrop (La Cage aux FollesHello, Dolly!)
and more stars to be announced!

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NYC - Alexis Michelle: Heroine Worship (Director)
Jun
25
7:00 PM19:00

NYC - Alexis Michelle: Heroine Worship (Director)

Alexis Michelle is back at Joe’s Pub for PRIDE! From the start Alexis idolized the female titans of showbiz from Judy to Carol and of course LIZA! In an evening celebrating women you can expect offerings from the likes of Dame Shirley Bassey to Chita Rivera to Barbra Streisand. Alexis is joined by longtime collaborator Brandon James Gwinn leading the band. This show will have something for everyone. The highest, lowbrow chanteuse Alexis Michelle is everything your cabaret heart could wish! Directed by Robbie Rozelle.

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NYC - Robert Bannon's Pride Playlist (Director / Guest)
Jun
14
9:30 PM21:30

NYC - Robert Bannon's Pride Playlist (Director / Guest)

Robert Bannon, as seen on “Saturday Night Live,” “Real Housewives of NJ,” and as the host of The Roundtable returns to 54 Below to celebrate PRIDE for the second year in a row with Robert Bannon’s Pride Playlist. The night will share his personal journey, set to music, including his Pride anthem “I Think He Knew” that you know and love.

Last year, BroadwayWorld proclaimed, ” Bannon’s vocals were insane, his guests were magical, and the whole night was a big gay disco party not soon to be forgotten.” You will laugh, you might even cry, dance, & sing, but one thing is you will definitely leave ready to share your PRIDE!. 50% Diva Tribute. 50% Rock Concert. 100% PARTY!

Featuring Natalie Joy Johnson (LempickaKinky Boots),  Mauricio Martínez (On Your Feet!), and Robbie Rozelle.

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NYC – Contractually Obligated
May
10
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Contractually Obligated

Watching this dynamo on stage, you just can’t help but love him… not to be missed…
— BroadwayWorld

Seven years after making his cabaret debut with the sold-out hit show “Songs From Inside My Locker” (called “the gold standard of cabaret recordings” by Behind the Curtain), celebrated entertainer Robbie Rozelle returns to the scene of the crime with an all-new show. Hailed as “a genius at crafting an evening” (StageBuddy), “Contractually Obligated” is an all-new evening of carefully curated chaos. Unleashing his razor-sharp wit, signature medleys, special guests and his band The Two Drink Minimum (led by long-time musical director Yasuhiko Fukuoka) on the famed nightclub, the award-winning performer is “a cabaret train that won’t be stopped” (BroadwayWorld). One part raconteur, one part stand-up comic, and one part musical storyteller, you don’t want to miss this brand-new evening that Robbie is contractually obligated to deliver.

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NYC  – 54/54/54
May
4
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – 54/54/54

54 Songs. 54 Singers. 54 Seconds Each.

Don’t miss the milestone 5th edition of one of 54 Below’s most legendary shows! Come witness the longest setlist in 54 Below’s history as 54 singers perform 54-second versions of their favorite songs, ranging from musical theatre to pop to originals and everything in between.

All-star cast to be announced soon.

Musical direction/produced by Ben Caplan

Hosted/produced/directed by Philip Romano

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NYC - Matthew Rosenstein: A Pleasure to Have in Class (Director)
May
3
9:30 PM21:30

NYC - Matthew Rosenstein: A Pleasure to Have in Class (Director)

After his sold-out debut last November, talented baritone and gay divorcé Matthew Rosenstein is BACK with a night of showtunes and stories, recounting his funny and touching journey from hopeless people pleaser to performer. Directed by celebrated cabaret personality Robbie Rozelle, with music direction by Canaan J. Harris and arrangements by John Bronston. Tickets on sale now!

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54 Loves Cast Albums!
Mar
7
7:00 PM19:00

54 Loves Cast Albums!

People love cast albums! Join us as we celebrate more than 80 years’ worth of recordings of some of the most beloved musicals ever written, showcasing performances by honored musical theater veterans and rising stars in the second edition of 54 Loves Cast Albums!

Featured in the cast of our show will be Karen Akers (Nine, Grand Hotel), Jay Aubrey Jones (Cats, How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying), Gerard Alessandrini (creator of Forbidden Broadway, Forbidden Sondheim, etc.), Christine Pedi (a frequent star of the Forbidden Broadway series), Robbie Rozelle (A&R Director of Center Stage Records), and John Griffin and George Anthony Papas from the 2022 production of Guys & Dolls at the historic St. George Theatre on Staten Island. 54 Loves Cast Albums! will be co-hosted by Michael Portantiere and Charles Kirsch, with Matthew Martin Ward as musical director/pianist.

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NYC - Broadway Bound
Mar
5
7:00 PM19:00

NYC - Broadway Bound

“This work of living musical theater journalism is as engrossing as cabaret gets.”

TheaterPizzazz

Broadway Bound: The Musicals That Never Came to Broadway is back!!!

Broadway Bound: The Musicals That Never Came to Broadway offers a behind the scenes look at the musicals that were supposed to come to Broadway but never did…told by the actors, writers, and directors who were there!

From producers with no money, to actors who wouldn’t go on, to shows that were way ahead of their time, Broadway Bound will introduce New York audiences to the shows that were supposed to find a home on the Great White Way, all sung by an all star Broadway cast.

The concert will be co-hosted by the host of the podcast Behind The Curtain: Broadway’s Living Legends, Robert W. Schneider.

Featuring:

Tony Award® nominee Tovah Feldshuh (Funny Girl)
Diane Findlay
(The Producers)
Eric Michael Gillett (The Frogs, Kiss Me, Kate)
Larry Marshall (Waitress)
Eric Millegan (“Bones”)
Tony Award® nominee Christiane Noll (Ragtime)
Robbie Rozelle (Songs from Inside My Locker)
Caesar Samayoa (How to Dance in Ohio, Come From Away)
Jenny Lee Stern (Forbidden Broadway, A Christmas Story)
Mark William (Come Croon With Me)
Stuart Zagnit (Harmony, Wicked)
and more stars to be announced!

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NYC - Alexis Michelle at Joe's Pub
Mar
1
7:00 PM19:00

NYC - Alexis Michelle at Joe's Pub

Alexis Michelle makes her long awaited Joe’s Pub return! With theatricality running through her veins, you can expect an evening of camp and lounge splendor as well as terribly current pop offerings from the likes of Dame Shirley Bassey, Bette Midler and Dionne Warwick. Alexis is joined by longtime collaborator Brandon James Gwinn leading the band. This show will have something for everyone. The highest lowbrow chanteuse, Alexis Michelle is everything your cabaret heart could wish for!

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NYC - Wyatt Sepa-Newell: What Is This Thing Called Love?
Feb
9
9:30 PM21:30

NYC - Wyatt Sepa-Newell: What Is This Thing Called Love?

“What Is This Thing Called Love?” is a show dedicated to the intricacies and journey from beginning to end of love and self-love. For one evening only, Wyatt Sepa-Newell will share his favorite love songs with inspirations stemming from Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Chet Baker, and more. Come on a sentimental journey to finding the love in and around yourself.

Directed by Robbie Rozelle

Music Direction by Yasuhiko Fukuoka

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NYC - Chloe Saves Christmas
Dec
13
7:00 PM19:00

NYC - Chloe Saves Christmas

Experience the Christmas magic, the enchantment, and the tentacles.

If you like John Waters, you'll love Chloe Saves Christmas. Chloe Papp is from Nutley, New Jersey, and she must save Christmas from a dastardly octopus to get back on the nice list!

Note: Robbie will only appear on December 13th.

CW // Over-the-top Christmas antics, yuletide fuckery, tentacles, snow, questionable morals, and bizarre sexual content.

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NYC - Robert Bannon: A Christmas Special
Dec
9
7:00 PM19:00

NYC - Robert Bannon: A Christmas Special

Who did not grow up with the old school 70s/80s Network Christmas Specials? Well entertainer Robert Bannon brings his own take on the holiday to brighten up the holiday cheer. . A live band, special guests, and festive cheer galore. You will hear Holiday Classics, an Epic Diva Christmas Mashup, and a medley of songs you grew up loving for the holidays. (There may even be an appearance by the man with the bag! Who knows?) Robert will also be celebrating his first Holiday single, a cover of the classic, "Don't Save It All For Christmas Day." Bring your partner,  friends, kids, loved ones, anyone who needs some seasonal cheer and come down to the Jolliest Show in town!

Directed by Robbie Rozelle

Music Direction by Yasuhiko Fukuoka

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NYC - Drunk Elf
Dec
8
7:30 PM19:30

NYC - Drunk Elf

Drunk Musicals Presents: Drunk Elf

It’s time to get sparklejollydrunklejingly! Drunk Musicals presents: “The Story of a Man Who Doesn’t Know He’s a DRUNK ELF”! It takes the classic story you know and love but adds a bit of a twist!

Have YOU ever imagined what your favorite musical theatre characters would be like drunk? Well, Drunk Musicals is here to make those dreams a reality. We take famous musicals, parody them, and challenge our actors to do the show while the audience sends them shots. No one in the show is safe. Not even YOU!

Come join us for a drunken good time!

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NYC – I Wish... The Roles That Could Have Been
Nov
13
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – I Wish... The Roles That Could Have Been

Everyone has dreams that we fear will pass us by. For actors those come in the shape and form of roles—whether they’re grown up and become too old for that child star turn, to the soprano never being considered for the baritone lead, everyone has a song in their heart that they’ll likely never get to see come to fruition with a crowd and in lights.

Until tonight.

I Wish: The Roles That Could Have Been — is just that chance for all to embody those “roles come true,” and for an audience to bear witness to actors living out those dreams. Join us for a night of surprise, as you see and hear your favorite performers in ways you’d never imagine them.

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NYC – Matthew Rosenstein: A Pleasure to Have in Class
Nov
4
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Matthew Rosenstein: A Pleasure to Have in Class

Recent gay divorcé Matthew Rosenstein has been a people-pleaser since childhood. Now, on the eve of his 45th birthday, he’s taking the stage for his solo debut concert - a funny and touching journey from corporate suit to cabaret performer. Directed by celebrated cabaret personality Robbie Rozelle.

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NYC – Mauricio Martínez: 5'11", Based in NYC
Oct
6
7:00 PM19:00

NYC – Mauricio Martínez: 5'11", Based in NYC

“Speaking economically, it was a perfect night of cabaret entertainment.” – Stephen Mosher, BroadwayWorld

Emmy Award winner and Tony Award-watcher Mauricio Martínez has had a lot of self-tape sides filling up his Dropbox. In his new show, 5’11, Based in NYC, he’s putting those to good use in a musical “What If…,” sorting through what might have been. Pushing aside the ring light, the show is an electric night of musical theatre, featuring a band led by musical director Brian J. Nash and featuring special guests, the “Mexican Marvel,” hailed as a “world class vocalist” by BroadwayWorld, proudly debuts his new solo show at 54 Below.

Written by Mauricio Martínez & Robbie Rozelle, with musical direction and arrangements by Brian J. Nash. Directed by Robbie Rozelle.

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NYC – Mauricio Martínez: 5'11", Based in NYC
Oct
5
7:00 PM19:00

NYC – Mauricio Martínez: 5'11", Based in NYC

“Speaking economically, it was a perfect night of cabaret entertainment.” – Stephen Mosher, BroadwayWorld

Emmy Award winner and Tony Award-watcher Mauricio Martínez has had a lot of self-tape sides filling up his Dropbox. In his new show, 5’11, Based in NYC, he’s putting those to good use in a musical “What If…,” sorting through what might have been. Pushing aside the ring light, the show is an electric night of musical theatre, featuring a band led by musical director Brian J. Nash and featuring special guests, the “Mexican Marvel,” hailed as a “world class vocalist” by BroadwayWorld, proudly debuts his new solo show at 54 Below.

Written by Mauricio Martínez & Robbie Rozelle, with musical direction and arrangements by Brian J. Nash. Directed by Robbie Rozelle.

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NYC – Jonathan Hoover
Aug
13
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Jonathan Hoover

From his bathroom to instagram to American Horror Story, Jonathan Hoover brings his Patti LuPone persona @InappropriatePatti to the 54 Below stage in his debut solo show, Second-Rate Somebody. A regular guest on concert stages around Manhattan, Jonathan’s debut show – like his life – is a carefully curated evening of chaos, exploring his journey from waiting for a cease and desist from Patti LuPone to becoming her colleague. Second Rate Somebody promises to be a night of unhinged musical theatre deep cuts, laughter, and a maybe even a touching ballad or two. Come find out why sometimes it works out to be a second-rate somebody else.

Musical direction by Drew Wutke

Directed by Robbie Rozelle

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Bring Me Giants
Jun
29
8:30 PM20:30

Bring Me Giants

Robbie Rozelle is fearless” began a recent review of the celebrated entertainer. But how true is it? His deeply personal new show, “Bring Me Giants”, examines how [gestures vaguely] everything is anxiety-inducing all the time. Filtered through his razor-sharp wit, and featuring special guests Liz Callaway (Anastasia, and a song about a bird), Mauricio Martínez (Emmy Award-winner, but it’s international, so does it count?) , Ari Axelrod (Bistro and BroadwayWorld Award winner, and all-around mensch), and Allison Wilkes (The Shrill Collective, and part of the family), “Bring Me Giants” is a spellbinding night that’s cheaper than therapy. From the creator of “Songs From Inside My Locker” (called “the gold standard of cabaret recordings” by Behind the Curtain) and “The Next One,” (hailed as “a hilarious time” by Cabaret Scenes), the NYC cabaret sensation returns to Birdland. One part raconteur, one part stand-up comic, and one part musical storyteller, Rozelle is excited to show all of his parts. Don’t miss it. No, really… don’t. Musical direction and arrangements by longtime collaborator Yasuhiko Fukuoka.

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NYC  – Alexis Michelle
Jun
28
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Alexis Michelle

Alexis Michelle makes her long awaited Joe’s Pub debut! With theatricality running through her veins you can expect an evening of songs ranging from the catalogues of Barbra Streisand and Kay Starr to Dionne Warwick. Alexis is joined by longtime collaborator Brandon James Gwinn leading the band, and debuting some showy originals by him, for her, this show will have something for everyone. The highest, lowbrow chanteuse Alexis Michelle is everything your hot Broadway girl summer could wish!

Musical Director: Brandon James Gwinn

Director: Robbie Rozelle

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NYC  – Alexis Michelle
Jun
27
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Alexis Michelle

Alexis Michelle makes her long awaited Joe’s Pub debut! With theatricality running through her veins you can expect an evening of songs ranging from the catalogues of Barbra Streisand and Kay Starr to Dionne Warwick. Alexis is joined by longtime collaborator Brandon James Gwinn leading the band, and debuting some showy originals by him, for her, this show will have something for everyone. The highest, lowbrow chanteuse Alexis Michelle is everything your hot Broadway girl summer could wish!

Musical Director: Brandon James Gwinn

Director: Robbie Rozelle

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NYC – Robert Bannon
Jun
2
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Robert Bannon

Robert Bannon, as seen on “SNL,” “Real Housewives of NJ,” and as the host of “The Roundtable,” returns to 54 Below to celebrate PRIDE in his brand new show #PROUD. This show will share his personal journey, set to music, including his Pride Anthem “I Think He Knew,” that you know and love. You may laugh, you may cry, but you will definitely leave #PROUD. You can expect surprise guests from Broadway, a drag queen or two, and a whole lot more.

Musical Director: Yasuhiko Fukuoka

Director: Robbie Rozelle

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NYC – Paula Galloway
Jun
1
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – Paula Galloway

Multiple Tony Award-watcher Paula Galloway makes her 54 Below debut in Against Type. Regularly described as both “too much” or “not enough,” Galloway is celebrating the accidents that have made her life whole—from falling in love and stumbling into motherhood to finally, purposely, stepping into the spotlight. After years of hearing “no,” she is saying “yes” and celebrating her own strengths with a blend of Golden Age musicals, Doo Wop, Gen X pop and 90’s R&B in a one-night-only solo debut concert that is not to be missed.

Directed by Robbie Rozelle

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NYC – Mauricio Martínez
Mar
5
7:00 PM19:00

NYC – Mauricio Martínez

International Emmy Award winner and the star of Broadway’s On Your Feet!, Mauricio Martínez is back at 54 Below with a brand-new show.

In this concert, the Mexican star of theater, music, and television returns to 54 Below, taking the audience on a musical journey of his multifaceted career, love life, and more.

Martínez was a household name in Latin America before crossing over to Broadway, having starred as the leading man in the Mexico productions of Disney’s Beauty and The Beast, Saturday Night Fever, Jesus Christ Superstar, The Drowsy Chaperone, Sweet Charity, The Last 5 Years, and A View From The Bridge.

Musical Director: Brian J. Nash

Director: Robbie Rozelle

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NYC – 10 Years of Broadway Records
Oct
3
9:30 PM21:30

NYC – 10 Years of Broadway Records

Broadway Records is celebrating 10 years with the 10th anniversary of Feinstein’s/54 Below! This one-night-only celebration concert will feature Broadway Records’ most dazzling solo and double act artists. This exclusive engagement will showcase favorites from Broadway Records and Feinstein’s/54 Below live album catalog, along with their theatrical hits commemorating 10 years of Broadway and beyond. Hosted by cabaret darling Robbie Rozelle. Directed and produced by Grace Aki with Broadway Records.

Featuring:
Tony Award® nominee Ethan Slater
Nya
Nasia Thomas
Tony Award® nominee Andy Karl and Tony Award® nominee Orfeh
Tony Award® winner Stephen Flaherty and Christy Altomare

and more to be announced soon!

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NYC – 10 Years of Broadway Records
Oct
3
7:00 PM19:00

NYC – 10 Years of Broadway Records

Broadway Records is celebrating 10 years with the 10th anniversary of Feinstein’s/54 Below! This one-night-only celebration concert will feature Broadway Records’ most dazzling solo and double act artists. This exclusive engagement will showcase favorites from Broadway Records and Feinstein’s/54 Below live album catalog, along with their theatrical hits commemorating 10 years of Broadway and beyond. Hosted by cabaret darling Robbie Rozelle. Directed and produced by Grace Aki with Broadway Records.

Featuring:
Tony Award® nominee Ethan Slater
Nya
Nasia Thomas
Tony Award® nominee Andy Karl and Tony Award® nominee Orfeh
Tony Award® winner Stephen Flaherty and Christy Altomare

and more to be announced soon!

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NYC – Party Mix (Residency & Livestream)
Aug
15
7:00 PM19:00

NYC – Party Mix (Residency & Livestream)

Acclaimed entertainer Robbie Rozelle debuts at Green Room 42 with a brand new residency called “Party Mix.” Described by BroadwayWorld as “one part raconteur, one part stand-up comic, and one part musical storyteller,” Robbie intends to show all of his parts. Drawn from his various hit shows as well as new material and special guests, and featuring musical direction and arrangements by Yasuhiko Fukuoka and members of Rozelle’s band (dubbed “The Roundabout Reduction”), Monday nights have never been so fun.

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NYC – 10 Years of Pride
Jun
16
7:00 PM19:00

NYC – 10 Years of Pride

Since Feinstein’s/54 Below first opened its doors in 2012, it has had the honor of serving as a creative home to countless LGBTQ+ artists. Join us as 10 of those artists return to our stage to celebrate a decade of Pride at Feinstein’s/54 Below.

Produced by Michael Hull and Dylan Bustamante

Musical Direction by Drew Wutke

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