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DECEMBER 2007 JENNA ESPOSITO’S BIRTHDAY BASH I'm so excited to be invited to sing at Jenna’s party again. We have got a FABULOUS lineup of performers to help celebrate this amazing young woman. Confirmed to perform are: Joe Bachana, Hector Coris, Scott Coulter, Kelly Esposito-Broelmann, David Goldman, Rob Langeder, Sue Matsuki, Miles Phillips, Michael Quinn, Shaynee Rainbolt, Ben Rauch, Gretchen Reinhagen, Maureen Taylor, Lennie Watts, and (of course), the birthday girl! Plus, we've got a rockin' band - Mark Berman on piano, Fortune Esposito (musical director) on guitar, Wayne Batchelor on bass, and Brian DeWitt on drums. The Metropolitan Room It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
The Duplex – Christopher St. @ S. 7th She’s a little bit jazzy and he’s a little bit legit; she’s a multi-MAC Award winner and he’s a Bistro Award winner; together they’re ringing in the holiday season! Music Director Paul Stephan has created the arrangements for these award winning singers that make Sue and Edd’s FABULOUS Christmas Show a celebration of the wonderful music of the Christmas and a perfect way to get into the spirit of the season. The show features new takes on such familiar holiday carols as “Carol of the Bells”, new holiday classics like “Christmas in New York” by Jana Jillo and “All Those Christmas Clichés” by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, and the outrageously funny (and a little bit irreverent) songs, “The Gift of Maggie” (from the Mad Show) and “Pretty Little Dolly” featured on the Dr. Demento Christmas album. This is a 15 song CD of their hit show, which will be available on www.CDBaby.com by December 1st and sold at their live shows in New York as follows: Saturday, December 1st at 7:00 p.m. CD Release Party with special guest JAY ROGERS There is a $20 cover ($15 for MAC/Hotline Members) and a 2 drink minimum. Special CD price of just $10 for the CD Release Party and thereafter, just $15 or 2 for $25! Reservations are recommended.
The 2006 show was so successful that Edd and I went into the recording studio and the result is Sue and Edd’s FABULOUS Christmas, a 15 song CD of the show, which will soon be available on CDBaby.com and for sale at the shows. Can't wait? Click here to order it online today. |
NOVEMBER 2007 MY ANNUAL BIRTHDAY SHOW AT THE LAURIE BEECHMAN THEATRE I will once again have the whole band on this gig…Gregory Toroian on Piano; Dave Mann on Sax; Tom Hubbard on Bass and Eric Halvorson on Percussion. We will do two different sets of tunes so you can stay for both sets! This night is my actual Birthday night so there will be FREE CUP CAKES!!! And speaking of FREE – this is a NO COVER CHARGE event. Every year I do one FREE show to thank my audience for all of their support throughout the year so all you have to do is eat or drink the minimum. If you’ve been to the Laurie Beechman, you know that they have incredible food so…come for dinner, see a show (or two), have a cup cake and watch me age right before your very eyes! The Laurie Beechman Theatre Please Email me at: suematsuki@aol.com and tell me which set you’d like to come to and how many are in your party. This show will sell out fast (FREE shows tend to do that - LOL) so let me know soon please! No reservations will be taken at Laurie Beechman so make sure that you contact me ASAP for the set you’d like to attend. You are very welcome to stay for both sets. I ALSO WANT TO MAKE THIS EVENING A BENEFIT FOR CABARET CARES/HELP IS ON THE WAY, TWO ORGANIZATIONS DOING GREAT THINGS FOR CHILDREN LIVING WITH HIV & AIDS SO, IF YOU ARE INCLINDED AND WISH TO MAKE A “DONATION”, KINDLY BRING AN UNWRAPPED GIFT FOR A CHILD (ANY AGE) AND WE WILL MAKE SURE THAT THERE WILL A HAPPY HOLIDAY FOR MANY. MY FUNNY JAZZ CHICK FRIEND JOAN CROWE IN “JAZZ IN THE KEY OF COMEDY” I will be a “surprise” guest in these shows which are the one-woman version of the JEST Jazz show that we did at Birdland. So, if you missed that show and want to hear some of those tunes by some very funny jazz cats like Calloway, Waller, Jordan, Frisberg and more, come join us for Joan’s VERY funny and VERY jazzy night as she open this brand new cabaret room. The Music Box Room (Broadway Baby) at the Broadway Comedy Club |
OCTOBER 2007 JAZZERET at the Triad I’ll be the featured singer tonight at New York’s newest “Open Mic” night and featuring the incredible Barry Levitt Trio. Come join us every Wednesday night at the Triad on 72nd St. off of Broadway and bring some sheet music or call out a tune and jam with us at JAZZERET!
The Ladies of Cabaret Benefit for Cabaret Cares The Lovely Ladies of cabaret take to the stage as part of the ongoing series Cabaret Cares produced by Joseph John Productions. Performing from the Cabaret World will be: Jeanne MacDonald, Sue Matsuki, Cynthia Crane, Leslie Orofino, Marla Green, Traci Reynolds, Jackie Fornatale, Erin Shields and from Broadway: Liz Mckendry (The Producers), Aryn Taylor (The Producers) and Rebecca Kupka (Jersey Boys) The Laurie Beechman Theatre MAC PANEL DISCUSSION “CABARET 101” The Reprise Room at Dillon’s MAC (the Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs) is presenting a Seminar called, “Cabaret 101” and a roundtable discussion focusing on how to get started in cabaret. Topics will be: booking a room, audience cultivation, finding a musical director/director and other information meant to help performers gain a foothold into Cabaret. If you’d like to read some of Sue’s Ask Matsuki columns on topics relating to Cabaret and Cabaret performance, marketing and other topics, please visit: www.cabaretexchange.com.
SUE MATSUKI SINGS ELLA’S GREATEST HITS FOR THE BENEFIT OF CABARET CARES “This is the music she was born to sing. Talk about heaven on earth! What a night! What a voice! I urge you, no, I beg you to catch this show.” Stu Hamstra, CabaretHotlineOnLine.com This is also part of the ongoing series by Joseph John Productions for the benefit of Cabaret Cares. This is a one night only reprise performance of the highly acclaimed Tribute to Ella, First Lady of Song that Sue did a few years ago and just recently did out of town. While Sue herself admits that no one can sing like Ella, this show explores all of the fantastic music covered by Ella in her illustrious career during her Great American Songbook Series. This is not the “all scat” jazz show, just great songs done is Sue’s easy, jazzy style. Sue will be singing songs like: Blues Skies, Mack the Knife, How High the Moon, Lullaby of Birdland, Embraceable You, Love for Sale, A Tisket, A Tasket and more. Accompanying her this evening will be Gregory Toroian on piano and Tom Hubbard on bass. The Laurie Beechman Theatre |
SEPTEMBER 2007 RADIO INTERVIEW – DATE CHANGE
METROJAM at the Metropolitan Room The Metropolitan Room - 34 West 22nd between 5th & 6th
Fine jazz musicians will sit in while some of our city's finest jazz, cabaret and Broadway singers entertain. Hosted by the wonderful Joe Bachana!
ELLA FITZGERALD, FIRST LADY OF SONG starring Sue Matsuki “This is the music Sue was born to sing. Talk about heaven on earth! ONE NIGHT ONLY: Friday, September 14th $65.00 for a 4 course dinner/show package (inclusive of tax & gratuity) John’s Harvest Inn This is a lovely (and delicious) restaurant where we did Jenna Esposito’s show last February. While I only sang back up for Jenna, John and his lovely wife booked me on the spot for this show and I cannot wait to bring my Tribute to Miss Ella up to all my friends in the Middletown area. Special thanks go out to Jeanne MacDonald and Diane Trinkaus for brokering the deal and establishing this cabaret room up north! Jenna’s dad, Fortune Esposito and her Musical Director, Richard Schacher will be my band for the evening. EVA SWAN’s VOCALESE GROUP goes to Sloan-Kettering |
AUGUST 2007 NEW YORK INVASION
The Cosmopolitan Club
I’m taking some of my extremely talented friends on a road trip to New Hope, PA’s newest venue – Bob Egan’s Cosmopolitan Club - to show some New York support and love to our good friend. Starring: Edd Clark; Joan Crowe; Tedd Firth; Laurie Krauz; Rob Langeder; Miles Phillips; Paul Stephan & our VERY special guest STAR…Sidney Myer. GREGORY & SUE GO BACK TO CHURCH in a show called BLESSINGS The Metropolitan-Duane United Methodist Church Gregory Toroian did this gig last year and really enjoyed this wonderful congregation. We have been invited back by the Bishop! JOAN, SUE & JAY ON JOEY REYNOLDS to chat about JEST Jazz! IT’S JEST JAZZ starring Joan Crowe & Sue Matsuki
Birdland I’m playing Birdland folks AND I get to play it with my best girlfriend Joan Crowe in a show that will feature the funny song stylings of our bass player, world renowned, Master Jazz Jester, JAY LEONHART. If that’s not enough, we have the incomparable Tedd Firth on piano and jazz great, Matt Wilson on drums. This is a ONE NIGHT ONLY event. We’d love to see you there for this funny, swinging show and our Birdland debut! “Crowe & Matsuki make a modern day Hope & Crosby” EVA SWAN’s VOCALESE GROUP goes to Brooklyn! |
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MY FAVORITE YEAR – A Celebration of the 17th Year of CABARET HOTLINE ON-LINE and of Stu Hamstra’s 68th Birthday! The Metropolitan Room Stu Hamstra will be holding his 17th Birthday Party. OK, it’s actually his 68th birthday, but also the 17th birthday of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE (www.cabarethotlineonline.com). The theme of the show is "My Favorite Year". I have been given a lovely honor in this show but you’ll have to show up to see just what that means! METROJAM at the Metropolitan Room The Metropolitan Room - 34 West 22nd between 5th & 6th
Fine jazz musicians will sit in while some of our city's finest jazz, cabaret and Broadway singers entertain. Hosted by the wonderful Joe Bachana! ANY WEDNESDAY @ BARNES N’ NOBLE Barnes & Noble ANY WEDNESDAY celebrates the best in jazz, cabaret and theater performers in the spacious third floor events space at the Lincoln Square Barnes & Noble at 66th and Broadway in New York City. Each performance begins at 6:00 p.m., lasts approximately a half hour and is followed by a signing/meet-and-greet session with the artists. Some of the artists who have been featured in this series are: Jessica Molaskey with John Pizzarelli; Maude Maggart; Daryl Sherman; Jim Van Slyke; Mary Foster Conklin and Steve Ross. Gregory and I will be doing tunes from our CD, A NEW TAKE.
A BENEFIT IN MEMORY OF D. JAY BRADLEY
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JUNE 2007 A special service at St. Clements honoring the City’s artists who have passed Sunday, June 17th – 7:00 p.m. (All are welcome) I have been asked to sing “Here’s to Life” at this very special service honoring these artists. St. Clement’s Episcopal Church - 423 W. 46th Street (between 9th & 10th)A MUSICAL CELEBRATION – THE SONGS OF BOB LEVY Some of Cabaret's finest jazz vocalists perform this wonderful original material written by Bob Levy from his highly praised, recently released CD, Out in the Cold. From the moment I heard Bob’s CD, I knew I’d have a long and happy collaboration with this “new jazz standard” writer. Performing with me at the Beechman under the musical direction of Tedd Firth will be: Dane Vannatter, Barbara Brussell, Vincent Wolfe, Laurie Krauz, Marcus Goldhaber and our special guest Mr. Ronny Whyte.
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MAY 2007 METROJAM at the Metropolitan Room
Fine jazz musicians will sit in while some of our city's finest cabaret and Broadway singers will entertain (I’m guest starring TONGIHT!). Hosted by the wonderful Joe Bachana! VOCAL EASE |
APRIL 2007 PETER MAC in JUDY GARLAND & FRIENDS
APRIL 14th–30th |
MARCH 2007 A Celebration of Songwriter, Dan Page
SMOOCH moves to the Metropolitan Room – ONE SHOW ONLY! Just wanted to invite you all to my pal, Jenna's upcoming show, "SMOOCH!" It's a really fun show - musically speaking, she covers everything from Rodgers and Hart to Duke Ellington to the Beatles. She's backed by a fab band (musical director Fortune Esposito on guitar, Richard Schacher on piano, Saadi Zain on bass, and Tom Venable on drums) and faboo back-up vocalists - Kelly Esposito-Broelmann and SUE MATSUKI - yep, you read right! For more information please visit: www.jennaesposito.com METROJAM at the Metropolitan Room
Fine jazz musicians will sit in while some of our city's finest cabaret and Broadway singers will entertain (I’m guest starring TONGIHT!). Hosted by the wonderful Joe Bachana!
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FEBRUARY 2007 SMOOCH! Hello everyone! Just wanted to invite you all to my pal's upcoming show, "SMOOCH!" It's a really fun show - musically speaking, she covers everything from Rodgers and Hart to Duke Ellington to the Beatles. She's backed by a fab band (musical director Fortune Esposito on guitar, Richard Schacher on piano, Saadi Zain on bass, and Tom Venable on drums) and fab back-up vocalists (Kelly Esposito-Broelmann and SUE MATSUKI - yep, you read right! ). Visit www.jennaesposito.com for more information. SMOOCH goes to Middletown! |
JANUARY 2007 A Tribute to Dottie Burman A tribute hosted by the fabulous Richard Skipper in tribute to our dear friend, singer/songwriter, Miss Dottie Burman. On the bill are many fabulous Cabaret stars and friends of Dottie’s all coming to celebrate this lovely energy called Dottie that was too brief on this earth. Proceeds from this evening will go toward the organizations that Dottie requested at her memorial.
Nightlife Awards A MUST SEE EVENING!
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DECEMBER 2006 Guest Star: Jenna's All-Star Birthday Bash Christmas with Sue & Edd
Give Me A Voice -- Benefit for Oprah's Angel Network
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NOVEMBER 2006 One Night Only! |
SEPTEMBER 2006 ROASTS, TOASTS & TRIBUTES TO CABARET’S ANGEL, SIDNEY MYER This most wonderful series is the brainchild of the host, Carolyn Montgomery. Co-hosted by two of Cabaret’s finest Mr. Jay Rogers and Ms. Julie Reyburn, these series of tributes have been the hottest ticket in town. With fabulous line ups of performers selected by the honorees themselves and some special guests, all of these evenings have been amazing thusfar. I will be singing this evening. Please watch this website for the announcement of the other performers. THE METROPOLITAN ROOM at GOTHAM Oh boy, oh boy…JAM N’ TOASTS…THE LOST SET! This is a pile of tunes that Gregory and I have been wanting to do, have toyed doing or have been working on but they just haven’t made it to any particular show. JAM N’ TOASTS is our MAC Award winning show where the concept is that the JAMMIN’ in is the JAZZ and the TOASTS are the “here’s to you” type vs. the bread type because bread is neither poignant nor funny. Playing with us tonight are the incomparable David Finck on Bass and Ron Tierno on Percussion. This is a ONE NIGHT ONLY SNEAK PREVIEW of our brand new show so make those reservations today! |
AUGUST 2006 Wednesday, August 2nd – 8:00 pm - midnight - 1650 Broadway (@ 51st St.) Scott Barbarino & Iridium Jazz Club present Scott Barbarino, Sue Matsuki, Ricky Ritzel & Nancy Witter will be hosting a benefit at Iridium Jazz Club. The evening's proceeds will be donated to the producer and founder of the Cabaret at Odette's for the past 19 years, Bob Egan Entertainment, to help defray the costs of relocating the Cabaret to temporary quarters until the venerable Delaware River showroom is operable again. Some of the proceeds are also earmarked to provide relief to the wait staff, technicians and creative staff who have found themselves without work since the third recent catastrophic flood that hit New Hope, PA on June 28th The lineup of performers includes a “cast of thousands” but some of my dear friends performing are: my co-hosts, of course and Leslie Anderson, Judy Barnett, Boulevard East, Edd Clark; Mychelle Colleary, Cynthia Crane, Courtnay Day, John DeMarco, Baby Jane Dexter, Frank Fontana, Martha Lorin, Leslie Orofino, Miles Phillips, Marcus Simeone and, we are all backed by the fabulous, Iridium's Barry Levitt Trio. JUDY GARLAND LIVE Once again I am guest starring in the incomparable Tommy Femia’s tribute to Judy Garland. Tommy has been called “Fabulous” by the New York Times and “the most extraordinary Judy impersonator this side of OZ” by Theatre Mania…he is a NY treasure. Please read more about him at: www.tommyfemia.com WE’RE GOIN’ TO CHURCH! Gregory Toroian and I have been asked to take some spiritual/religious tunes and do what we do to music, find a “New Take” so that’s what we’re doing for this most wonderful and progressive church. You are all welcome. SINGING IN COLORADO
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JUNE 2006 Gone Fishin’ – Literally! Taking some time off to sail and fish with my sweet husband and to take some great master classes and work on my singing and my new show (click here to view information for for September 17th). |
MAY 2006 THE NEW YORK SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY I have been asked to sing a beautiful song written by New York Songwriter, Karen Benedetto, called, “Time and Truth” which I debuted in my “10 Years in the Making” series. Performing with me is my old singing partner, the wonderful Marcus Simeone singing another of Karen’s tunes called, “You’re There”. Also appearing at this showcase and performing their original tunes are: Francesca Blumenthal (sung by Diana Templeton); Ritt Henn; Steven Lutvak; John Wallowtich and many more! Playing for us is the wonderful Tedd Firth. For more information on Ms. Benedetto’s music please visit: BenedettoBarlow@intheflowmusic.com G a y P r i d e R o c k l a n d Doors open for dinner at 5:30 pm, Show time 8:00 pm Producer/director Richard Skipper hosts a tribute to Broadway with much-loved and familiar show tunes and will be joined by his NYC cabaret friends: Judy Barnett; Dana Lorge; Sue Matsuki & Miles Phillips. Full buffet dinner includes food and wine provided by Nyack restaurants, shops and caterers. Reservations: 845-634-5729 or go to: www.gaypriderockland.org ROASTS, TOASTS & TRIBUTES TO CABARET’S GRAND DAME, MISS JULIE WILSON Go to: www.toastsroaststributes.com or to www.smarttic.com for tickets. $20.00 cover charge which goes to charity and FREE drinks! This most wonderful series is the brainchild of the host, Carolyn Montgomery. Co-hosted by two of Cabaret’s finest Mr. Jay Rogers and Ms. Julie Reyburn, these series of tributes have been the hottest ticket in town. With fabulous line ups of performers selected by the honorees themselves and some special guests. I will be singing this evening. Please watch this website for the announcement of the other performers. |
APRIL 2006 MAKING HER DREAMS COME TRUE One of my beautiful, talented “kids” from the ROCKlandSTAR contest invited me to sing at this lovely benefit which is done annually at her high school in loving memory of her sister, Jeanine Genovese. It was an honor to share the stage with the all of Jeanine’s friends who all meet annually from all over the U.S. to honor their friend and her amazing family in this show to raise money for cancer research. SPECIAL ENCORE PERFORMANCE OF THE SOLD OUT BIRTHDAY SHOW! The Hideaway Room at A Special Encore Performance of  MAC Awards Show Monday, April 17, 2006 @ 7:30 pm Tribeca Performing Arts Center 199 Chambers Street Go to: www.macnyc.com for tickets and more information on MAC. I am up for an award this year in the Special Productions category along with my Musical Director/Arranger/Collaborator, Gregory Toroian and I am also a presenter. I get to give a dear friend the special Hanson Award! Performing tonight are: Betty Buckely, Shelia Jordan, Phoebe Snow, Clark Terry and MORE! If you can’t make the show, keep your fingers crossed for me! ROASTS, TOASTS & TRIBUTES TO MICHAEL NELSEN Go to: www.toastsroaststributes.com or to www.smarttic.com for tickets. This most wonderful series is the brainchild of the host, Carolyn Montgomery. Co-hosted by two of Cabaret’s finest Mr. Jay Rogers and Ms. Julie Reyburn, these series of tributes have been the hottest ticket in town. With fabulous line ups of performers selected by the honorees themselves and some special guests, all of these evenings have been amazing thusfar. Tonight we honor Cabaret’s #1 fan, Mr. Michael Nelsen with an amazing line up including: Tom Anderson; Kim Cea; Scott Coulter; Baby Jane Dexter; Natalie Douglas; Gashole (Michael Holland/Karen Mack); the great Julie Wilson and ME!!!
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MARCH 2006 The 5th Annual Cabaret at St. Clement’s Come Get Your Beads… Enjoy good food, good drink, and some of the best cabaret performers in New York! Raising money for St. Clement’s Participation in the PRIDE Parade. For more information, visit www.stclementsnyc.org. JUDY GARLAND LIVE Don’t Tell Mama - 343 W. 46 th Street [between 8 th & 9 th] - Reservations are highly recommended. Call: 212-757-0788 after 4:00 p.m. $20.00 cover charge/2 drink minimum. I am guest starring in the incomparable Tommy Femia’s tribute to Judy Garland. Tommy has been called “Fabulous” by the New York Times and “the most extraordinary Judy impersonator this side of OZ” by Theatre Mania…he is a NY treasure. Please read more about him at: www.tommyfemia.com
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FEBRUARY 2006 The 5th Annual Cabaret at St. Clement’s Come Get Your Beads… Enjoy good food, good drink, and some of the best cabaret performers in New York! Raising money for St. Clement’s Participation in the PRIDE Parade. For more information, visit www.stclementsnyc.org.
BARRY LEVITT’S VOCAL JAZZ WORKSHOP & BRUNCH Barry and his Quartet are at Iridium every Sunday, and they descirbe this gig as " Music you can be part of . . . " Barry invites a new guest artist every week, and select audience members are invited to sit in, too. |
JANUARY 2006 THE ROCKland IDOL PRELIMINARLIES CONTEST A TRIBUTE TO THE GALS WHO MAKE ME WANT TO SING… Turning Leaf Productions’ The Big Apple Series has invited me down to do still another version of my Tribute to the Gals show this time featuring the music of three of my all time favorites, Peggy Lee, Rosemary Clooney & Miss Ella Fitzgerald. This newly renovated theatre has been through the mill and back after this little town was hit hard by last year’s hurricane. Valerie Snead developed this series to bring folks back to this lovely theatre by producing several shows celebrating all the various kinds of music we sometimes take for granted here in NY! In town? Near Port Charlotte? Come see me and support this lovely theatre. SPECIAL ENCORE PERFORMANCE OF THE SOLD OUT BIRTHDAY SHOW! The Hideaway Room at A Special Encore Performance of SIRENS OF SWING…And Other Reasons for Alarm! With my new partner, the wonderful and oh so fun LAURIE KRAUZ, in a brand new product that we are selling at this convention at Lee Lessak/LML Production’s table. Sirens of Swing… is exactly what the show name implies: sexy, sassy gals singing & swinging jazzy tunes and oh yeah…we’re WAY funny! Our other partner in this show is the wonderful Daryl Kojak. Ethel Merman's 100th Birthday Party I'll be one of the "others" performing Ethel's work, along with Richard Skipper, Joe Regan and Geoffrey Mark. There will also be a discussion of Ethel's career, led by Geoffrey Mark and others who knew her. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of Ethel Merman: The Biggest Star on Broadway, a new biography by Grammy-nominated writer Geoffrey Mark. Click here to see the flyer for this event. |
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DECEMBER 2005 Holiday/Christmas Shows that I will be a part of…’Tis the season! Sunday, December 4th @ 8:00 pm Friday, December 9th & 16th @ 8:30 pm Saturday, December 10th @ 8:00 pm Thursday, December 15th @ 8:00 pm |
OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2005 The Hideaway Room at Helen's The Appetizer – Show #1 Mixed Greens – Show #2 Zuppa de Showtunes – Show #3 The Entrée – Show #4 Dessert – Show #5 The Cheese Platter – Show #6 The Apperitif – Show #7 This show will present all the material that my Musical Director and Collaborator of the past 10 years, Gregory Toroian, and I have done together. We will run this show for 6 weeks with a different show every week! Come see pieces from: Speaking of Happiness…Your Stories GUYS n’ DOLLS of Cabaret Salute BCEFA I’ll be hosting this one night only amazing evening where every penny brought in will go directly to BCEFA, an organization close to my heart. So far the amazing guest stars are: Aaron Lee Battle; Laurie Krauz; Carolyn Montgomery; Miles Phillips and Helen’s owner, Colm Reilly. More folks to follow too! It will be an extraordinary night celebrating the WOW of life. Please watch for more details. Click here to view the flyer for this event. |
AUGUST 2005 An All Comedy Version of JAM N’ TOASTS goes to FIRE ISLAND in Rick Leonard’s CABARET BY THE BAY Series For the past few years Rick has produced shows out on Fire Island , bringing NYC Cabaret acts out for a one night appearance. Tonight is my night at The Tides in a brand new comedy version of my award-winning JAM N’ TOASTS Series. AN EVENING WITH FRANK & ELLA Lennie Watts, the producer of Under The Covers…Your Favorites, Singing Their Favorites is bringing back a few of the shows from this MAC Award winning series for three weeks in August. Tonight I reprise my Ella Fitzgerald, First Lady of Song show from that series and I am sharing the evening with the wonderful, Matt Lahey, in his tribute to Frank Sinatra at 7:00 pm . It’s a double header of Frank & Ella played by the wonderful Rick Jensen for Matt and by the incomparable Tedd Firth for me. Make your reservations TODAY because this night will sell out (if I do say so myself…puff, puff!). |
JULY 2005 CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE’s Anniversary Party "15 YEARS OF HUGS & STUFF" This event is being held to celebrate the 15th Birthday of CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE www.cabarethotlineonline.com which also coincides with Stu Hamstra’s 66th Birthday. By joining before July 6th you will be able to attend the party in the ENCORE piano bar at 6:00 pm for FREE. Non-members can join at the door for $20 and receive a SILVER membership, but you can avoid that hassle by joining today. We have lined up some great entertainment for the party, including a performance by puppeteer Tim Reilly and a few "new faces" in cabaret. There will be snacks, a cash bar with happy hour prices, plus a chance to network and schmooze, with music provided by the talented newcomer David Austin at the piano. To join this wonderful evening and celebration please visit: http://svhamstra.com/Membership.shtml The theme for tonight are those performers who Stu has watched over these past 15 years who have gotten to where they are today through perseverance and hard work. Here are some of the performers who are scheduled to appear: Rock Albers Multi-MAC Award Winning Comic Plus several SURPRISE guests. The amazing, MAC Award winning Steven Ray Watkins will be musical director for the evening, which should wrap-up around 9:30 pm. (As with all live entertainment events, performers are subject to change.) Also CABARET HOTLINE ONLINE will announce the first JEFF MATSON MEMORIAL AWARD at the show, to be given to a performer, musical director, writer, songwriter, director and/or graphic designer showing outstanding excellence, talent and creativity in cabaret. ALL MAC JAZZ / IRIDIUM FESTIVAL! I LOVE THE IRIDIUM and am so excited to be back there again. This time, MAC President and Jazz pianist extraordinaire, Barry Levitt, has invited several MAC Members, myself included, who sing primarily in a jazzy way, to participate in this Festival co-hosted by Scott Barbarino and the Iridium Jazz Club. Sharing my evening are: 8:30 - 9:30 The wonderful John DeMarco & Sue Matsuki There will be another Festival night on Thursday, July 28th that will feature: 8:30 - 9:30 Val Ryder & Annette Sanders JAM N’ TOASTS hits the road again! I’m taking one of my best friends, MAC Award, Bistro Award & Nightlife Award winning singer, Carolyn Montgomery and my Godbaby, her son Eli, with me on a fun road trip to do these two nights. Carolyn will guest star, sharing the bill with me each night doing a show called "Guilty Pleasures". So, it’s a two-for-one evening of two award winning singers in a lovely place way up in Maine where we hope to show them what NYC Cabaret is all about and, of course, meet some new friends. Please come join us if you are in the area and come say "hey" after the show |
JUNE 2005 ZING WENT THE STRINGS OF OUR HEARTS! This event is part of the Festival of the Arts and will be hosted by Richard Skipper (as Richard!) with Dale Badway, Judy Barnett, Joan Crowe, Kathleen France, Sue Matsuki, Leslie Orofino & featuring Paul Chamlin on piano. Directed by Louis Pietig. Tickets are $15 in advance (credit card or check) and $20 at the door (cash/checks only) and will benefit Gay Pride Rockland. The cost includes Dessert at the Burd House Frame Shop & Gallery - 125 Main St. - Suite 4 - Nyack, NY - 845-358-7979 where the Juried Art Exhibit & Sale to Benefit Gay Pride Rockland is on display. Please visit: (http://www.gaypriderockland.org/ ) CALIENTE! Come see the hilarious David St. John as Carlos host an evening of song and dance and whatever! I will be his special guest star this evening and will get to play again with one of my favorite people and pianist, Gerry Dieffenbach! Please visit: www.dstjohn.com BOBBIE HOROWITZ’s SENIOR PROM & CABARET BIRTHDAY PARTY! A private party celebrating this wonderful "senior" on her 65th Birthday. Singing tonight, from Cabaret & Broadway, all to honor Bobbie are (get this line up!): Margot Astrachan, Karen Benedetto, Barbara Brussell, Sara Dacey Charles, Toni Condos, Cynthia Crane, Joan Crowe, Pam Hamilton, Annette Hunt, Zoe Lyon, Dana Lorge, Marieann Meringolo, ME!, Sidney Myer, Phillip Officer, Jana Robbins, Richard Skipper, Diana Templeton & John Wallowitch! AND, we’re being accompanied by the incomparable Tex Arnold! Bobbie is an amazing gal who runs the not for profit organization called The Time Square Group which an organization that brings the arts and all facets of working in the arts to inner city kids throughout New York. If you’d like to make a special Birthday contribution to The Times Square Group, please send your check to: 1501 Broadway - Suite 1915 - NY, NY 10036 or Call: 212-391-4602. Now if you’d like an invitation to this Birthday party, I’m sure that for a sizeable donation something could be worked out…contact me for details at: suematsuki@aol.com. A MEMORIAL TO SONG WRITER JEFF MATSON There will be a $15.00 recommended donation and a $10.00 minimum. All proceeds will go directly to the National Necrotizing Fasciitis Foundation to help promote awareness of this devastating illness that took Jeff’s life right before his 50th Birthday. A tribute to my dear friend, the writer of the show I starred in last year, THE QUESTION W REVUE. This tribute will star all the folks who loved him and sang his and his writing partner, Brooke Cowan’s, songs as follows: Joan Crowe, Annie Hughes, Rob Langeder, Sue Matsuki, Carolyn Montgomery, Miles Phillips, Rob Pruitt & Michelle Russell. Played by Jeff’s new friend, John Bowen and hosted in the lounge room of Don’t Tell Mama, Jeff’s old hang out. Donations/checks made payable to NNFF may be sent c/o me at: 16 Clifford Place – Brooklyn, NY 11222. |
APRIL 2005 THE MAC AWARDS |
MARCH 2005 FINALS THE ROCKland IDOL CONTESTSaturday, March 13th at 8:00 p.m. The Helen Hayes Theatre, Nyack, NY SCOTT BARBARINO & THE COSMOPOLITANS VARIETY HOUR |
FEBRUARY 2005 SIX DEGREES FROM RICHARD SKIPPERMonday, February 7th @ 9:00 p.m. Don’t Tell Mama - 343 W. 46th Street [between 8th & 9th] Reservations are highly recommended. Call: 212-757-0788 after 4:00 p.m. $20.00 Donation (checks accepted) plus a 2 Drink Minimum (cash only) & Yummy Cake (FREE!) In an additional tribute to Richard and all the good work that he does in the name of charity, we will donate all proceeds to the charity of his choice which tonight is The Colorado Neurological Institute. Starring [In alphabetical order]: Scott Barbarino, Dottie Burman, Mychelle Colleary, Cynthia Crane, Joan Crowe, Bobbie Horowitz, Dana Lorge, Leslie Orafino, Ricky Ritzel, AND, Richard Skipper performing as Richard Skipper! With other Special Guests and Surprises! Musical Director: John Bowen & Hostess/Emcee: Sue Matsuki THE DUTCH TREAT CLUB THE ROCKland IDOL FINIALIST CONTEST A TRIBUTE TO THE GALS WHO MAKE ME WANT TO SING With David Epstein and special guest Richard Malavet. |
JANUARY 2005 THE ROCKland IDOL PRELIMINARLIES CONTEST I will be judging the preliminaries of the local STAR SEARCH/AMERICAN IDOL type contest to find the best young talent in the Nyack/Rockland County area. If you have a talented child or friend between the ages of 15-24, stop by and try out! 1st prize is an incredible package including headshots, a demo CD, an image consultant and much, much more. Singing for Marge Barton, A Private, Joyous Memorial THE 2005 NIGHTLIFE AWARDS An all star evening starring Joy Behar, Jim Caruso, Tony Danza, Julie Halston, Ute Lemper, Andrea McCardle, Alice Ripley and Bruce Vilanch as Emcee. Performances by this year’s winners include: Carolyn Montgomery, Phillip Officer, Karen Akers, Liz & Ann Hampton Callaway, Bill Charlap, Ruby Rims, Lennie Watts, Paula West and an incredible all star, multi-award winning Cabaret Choir of which I am one of many voices, singing a spine tingling version of David Friedman’s song "As Long As I Can Sing".
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SUE & EDD’s FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOW
2 0 0 4 DECEMBER 2004 THE ANNUAL CAMP VENTURE TELETHON Camp Venture is a 35 year old organization that today provides services and education to over 1,000 mentally challenged and developmentally disabled adults and children. Appearing on the bill with me tonight are: Lorraine Bracco of the Sopranos; Aidan Quinn, film star; Comic Dick Lord; the incomparable Richard Skipper as Carol Channing; my dear pal and high-larious, Joan Crowe; the Caravan Show & the Stage Left Children’s Theatre troupe. Emceed by: Steven Dunlap with accompaniment provided to Richard, Joan and me by the wonderful David Epstein. CHRISTMAS CAROLYN Sunday, December 12th @ 8:00 p.m. ONE NIGHT ONLY Starring Carolyn Montgomery and, from Broadway: Karen Mason, Felicia Finley, Jana Robbins & Sean Wiley with Cabaret Greats: Jay Rogers, Julie Reyburn, Lennie Watts, Scott Coulter, Steven Lutvak, Sydney Myer, Steven Ray Watkins, John Wallowitch, Barbara Brussell, Jeanne MacDonald and a reading by Philip Geoffrey Bond. Musical Direction by: Rick Leonard. Neil Berg’s 6th Season of Broadway Concerts Thursday, December 16th @ 8:00 p.m. This season I have the pleasure of sharing the stage with a number of the best of Broadway ranging from Robert Evan (Jekyll & Hyde) to Rita Harvey (Phantom of the Opera/Fiddler on the Roof) to Alice Ripley (Sideshow) to Danny Zolli (Jesus Christ Superstar) to numerous others including my two dear friends from Nyack, Cabaret Great, John Patrick Schutz and Opera Star, Robert Mattern. You just never know who will pop in for this Holiday concert though! CHRISTMAS WITH CAROL CHANNING (Richard Skipper) & FRIENDS Monday, December 20th @ 8:30 p.m. Another amazing line up of talent including Dottie Burman, Dana Lorge, Jaymie Meyer & Leslie Orofino. Richard, as Carol, will duet with each of us in this show that is not to be missed! Musical Direction by: John Bowen. |
NOVEMBER 2004 THE QUESTION W REVUE – AN EVENING OF POLITICAL CABARET “An hour that is wildly funny and irreverent. It is an outrageous musical satire that rips into today’s headlines and takes the audience into an off-the-wall ‘no sin zone.’ It is sure to be one of the most talked about revues of the year.” – John Hoglund, Back Stage “Crowe & Matsuki make a modern day Hope & Crosby with sharp comic timing while Langeder & Phillips wield their Broadway-sized voices with power and confidence. Do yourself a favor, go and support The Question W Revue – and take a friend.” – David Hurst, Show Business THE DUPLEX CABARET Co-Starring in alpha order: Joan Crowe, Rob Langeder, ME & Miles Phillips. Musically directed by John Bowen. Original music and political parodies by Jeff Matson (lyrics) & Brooks Cowan (music). AND…get this…Directed by Jay Rogers! Please go to my REVIEWS section to read all the great press we have received, come to see the show and VOTE! *Please click here to read the official press release on this show or visit www.questionw.com |
OCTOBER 2004 EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAINLIVE RADIO PERFORMANCE / INTERVIEW WITH DAVID KENNEY - WBAI 99.5 FM Sunday, October 3rd @ 9:00 – 11:00 [Sue and Gregory will appear about 10:15 p.m.] Sue will be interviewed by Cabaret’s best friend, David Kenny of WBAI and she will be singing a few songs from the Ella Fitzgerald, First Lady of Song show. Also on the program this evening is the wonderful Phillip Officer. The balance of the evening is devoted to the wonderful tunes of Eric Comstock. There is also a special mini-tribute to the late, great John Kander. You can also listen on the Internet at: www.2600.com/offthehook/hot2.ram ELLA FITZGERALD, FIRST LADY OF SONG “Talk about heaven on earth.” – Stu Hamstra, Cabaret Hotline “She proceeded to wipe out a sold out club with a truly extraordinary tribute to Ella Fitzgerald. DO NOT miss this show!” – Joe Regan MAMA ROSE’S The brain child of Lennie Watts called “Under the Covers…Your Favorites, Singing Their Favorites” – So, who is my favorite and what CD am I singing? None other than “Ella Fitzgerald, First Lady of Song”. Playing with me is the remarkable Gregory Toroian, my Musical Director/Co-Arranger for the past 10 years; David Finke on bass; Dave Mann on sax and Dave Ratajczak on drums. 100 YEARS OF BROADWAY On the bill tonight in a celebration of the roles that they originated on Broadway are: Liz Calloway (Baby, Miss Saigon, Cats); Norm Lewis (Sideshow, Dreamgirls, Tommy and A New Brain); Brad Little & Kimilee Bryant (Phantom of the Opera); Danny Zolli (Jesus Christ Superstar); tap dancer Jason Bernard (Bring on da Noise…Bring on the Funk & Riverdance) my pal John Patrick Schutz and ME and even some surprise guest stars! What a night! Don’t miss this show! The Tarrytown Music Hall THE NYACK SEAPORT CONVENTION Doing a program of music all from the 1920’s and sharing the stage and the evening with my best friend, Cabaret Great, John Patrick Schutz and our amazing Musical Director for the evening, David Epstein! Lena’s THE MABEL MERCER FOUNDATION JULIE WILSON’S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! Town Hall |
SEPTEMBER 2004 A TRIBUTE TO THE GALS WHO MAKE ME WANT TO SING – ELLA, PEGGY & BILLIE – John Hoglund, Back Stage “She makes each song her own then adapts the song to her marvelous vocals.” - Stu Hamstra, Cabaret Hotline WHERE EAGLES DARE THEATRE This evening is a night of the most famous standards recorded by these extraordinary ladies of Jazz, Pop and Blues. Several of the tunes were done by each of these gals in their own style. This is a brand new version of this show and I have never performed many of the tunes I’ll be doing this evening so I have the extraordinary David Epstein on piano so that, if we decide to toss in a few others here and there, we can. The Ella portion of the show will be all different tunes from the ones I am singing in my Ella show in October [see below]. AND, at 7:00 p.m. on this same evening in this same space, my dear friend, John Patrick Schutz will be doing his show so make it a double header and come hang out with us at our FREE beer, wine & cheese reception between our two shows! THE NYACK SEAPORT proudly presents |
AUGUST 2004 Thursday, August 5th – 8:00 p.m.- Matsuki & Simeone bring their 2004 MAC Award Nominated Show, Somewhere Along The Way, to the YM-YWHA – 1 Pike Drive, Wayne, NJ for reservations call: 973-595-0100.*Please click here to read the official press release on this show. Wednesday, August 11th – 9:30 p.m. – THIS IS THE GIG NOT TO MISS!!! – A Brand New Show in a special series produced by MAMA ROSE’S and the brain child of Lennie Watts. It’s called "Between the Covers…Your Favorites Singing Their Favorites" – So, who is my favorite and what CD am I singing? None other than a Tribute to "Ella Fitzgerald, The First Lady of Song". Playing with me is the remarkable Gregory Toroian, my Musical Director/Co-Arranger for the past 9 years; David Finck on bass and Dave Mann on sax. The Drummer will be advised shortly. Please visit my "Book A Show" section on this website to read the official press release and CALL SOON this is that last night of this show here in New York. Reservations: 212-533-0558 @ Mama Rose – 219 2nd Ave. – NY Tues., August 17th 9:30 p.m. Wed., August 18th 9:30 p.m. Tues., August 24th 9:30 p.m. Wed., August 25th 9:30 p.m. Tues., August 31st 7:00 p.m. EXTENDED Wed., September 1st 9:30 p.m. EXTENDED “An hour that is wildly funny and irreverent. It is an outrageous musical satire that rips into today’s headlines and takes the audience into an off-the-wall ‘no sin zone.’ It is sure to be one of the most talked about revues of the year.” – John Hoglund, Back Stage “Crowe & Matsuki make a modern day Hope & Crosby with sharp comic timing while Langeder & Phillips wield their Broadway-sized voices with power and confidence. Do yourself a favor, go and support The Question W Revue – and take a friend.” – David Hurst, Show Business THE DUPLEX CABARET Co-Starring in alpha order: Joan Crowe, Rob Langeder, ME & Miles Phillips. Musically directed by John Bowen. Original music and political parodies by Jeff Matson (lyrics) & Brooks Cowan (music). AND…get this…Directed by Jay Rogers! Please go to my REVIEWS section to read all the great press we have received, come to see the show and VOTE! *Please click here to read the official press release on this show or visit www.questionw.com |
JULY 2004 Monday, July 12th - 9:30 p.m. – OPENING NIGHT - The Question W Review...A Political Cabaret – THE DUPLEX - 61 Christopher Street @ S. 7th – Reservations: 212-255-5438 – Also NOT TO BE MISSED! – Co-Starring in alpha order: Joan Crowe, Rob Langeder, ME & Miles Phillips. Musically directed by John Bowen. Original music and political parodies by Jeff Matson & Brooks Cowen. AND…get this…DIRECTED by Jay Rogers! Other dates in July: Wednesday, July 14th – 9:30 p.m. – THIS IS THE GIG NOT TO MISS!!! – A Brand New Show in a special series produced by MAMA ROSE’S and the brain child of Lennie Watts. It’s called "Between the Covers…Your Favorites Singing Their Favorites" – So, who is my favorite and what CD am I singing? None other than a Tribute to "Ella Fitzgerald, The First Lady of Song". Playing with me is the remarkable Gregory Toroian, my Musical Director/Co-Arranger for the past 9 years; David Finck on bass and Dave Mann on sax. The Drummer will be advised shortly. Please visit my "Book A Show" section on this website to read the official press release and CALL SOON because this is a two night only engagement here in New York. Reservations: 212-533-0558 @ Mama Rose – 219 2nd Ave. - NY UNABLE FOR BOOKINGS FROM JULY 23RD TO AUGUST 4TH AS I AM OFF, ONCE AGAIN, TO THE AMAZON JUNGLE! DON’T MISS CHECKING MY GREAT ADVENTURES PAGE ON MY RETURN…THESE TRIPS ALWAYS GENERATE GREAT NEW STAND UP MATERIAL! |
JUNE 2004 Sunday, June 27th – 4:00 p.m. – My singing partner and friend, Marcus Simeone, will celebrate his Birthday by doing duets with an all star cast of friends at DANNY’s SKYLIGHT ROOM on 46th Street between 8th & 9th. Reservations: 212-265-8130. Or, go to: www.marcussimeone.com Wednesday, June 30th - 9:00 p.m. – Guest starring again with the amazing Richard Skipper in "An Evening with Carol Channing and Friends" and featuring another all star cast in memory of Mary Helen Fisher and to benefit the Episcopalian Actor's Fund who so lovingly took care of Mary over the course of her long illness. Please join us for this most worthy cause – DON’T TELL MAMA – 46th Street between 8th & 9th, NYC – Reservations: 212-757-0788 [call after 4:00 p.m.] |
MAY 2004 Saturday, May 1st – 8:00 p.m. – Guest starring with the incomparable RICHARD SKIPPER in, "An Evening with Carol Channing" www.richardskipper.com – STANDING ROOM ONLY CABARET – |
APRIL 2004 Sunday, April 4th – 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. – Sitting in on Deian McBryde’s gig, singing jazz sets at OW BAR – 221 E. 58th Street, NYC – FREE BARBEQUE and also featuring my pal, the lovely Joan Crowe www.joancrowe.com Thursday, April 8th – 8:00 p.m. – Neil Berg’s Broadway By the Year at the Seaport in Nyack, NY. These concerts feature many Broadway Stars, who recreate the actual roles that they have played on Broadway. This particular concert pays tribute to Stephen Schwartz and I get to sing "Turn Back O Man" from Godspell and "Popular" from Stephen’s brand new, Tony nominated show, Wicked. For more information go to: www.leftfieldproductions.com Thursday, April 22nd - 9:00 p.m. – A brand new version of Matsuki & Toroian’s JAM N’ TOASTS goes to THE MANOR LE DOME – 111 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ – Reservations: 973-731-2360 or go to: www.themanorrestaurant.com A high cuisine, 4 course dinner and show for just $69.00! AND, of course, I have to have my sweet singing partner Marcus Simeone guest star in my show! |
MARCH 2004 Saturday, March 13th – 8:00 p.m. – Matsuki & Simeone bring their 2004 MAC Award Nominated Show, Somewhere Along The Way, to the ROCKLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS – 27 S Greenbush Road, West Nyack, NY 10994 – Reservations: 845-358-0877 or go to: www.rocklandartcenter.org The wonderful Tedd Firth will be our accompanist this evening. Tuesday, March 16th – 7:15 p.m. – Please listen to Sue’s live radio interview on WDVR-FM when she will speak with Richard Edgecomb. Friday, March 19th – 8:00 p.m. - Matsuki & Simeone bring their 2004 MAC Award Nominated Show, Somewhere Along The Way, to ODETTE’S – the lovely town of New Hope, PA – Reservations: 215-862-3000 or go to: www.odettes.com Featuring Tedd Firth on piano, Ritt Henn on bass and Roger Cohen on drums. |
FEBRUARY 2004 Thursday, February 19th – 9:00 p.m. – Guest starring with the marvelous Marcus Simeone in his "Mostly Standard" show at MANOR LE DOME – 111 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ – Reservations: 973-731-2360 or go to: www.themanorrestaurant.com A high cuisine, 4 course dinner and show for just $69.00! Also visit: www.marcussimeone.com |
JANUARY 2004 Friday, January 9th – 7:00 p.m. – Matsuki & Toroian doing jazz sets in the Hilton Bar Lounge as part of the APAP [Arts Presenters] Conference. Avenue of the Americas between 53rd & 54th St. Street Level 54th St. side of the lobby. They are followed by performances by Café A Go Go; Shades of Harlem; 100 Years of Broadway; John Wallowitch and a quick visit by Richard Skipper as Carol Channing…WOW, what a night and it’s all FREE! Monday, January 12th – 5:00–8:00 p.m. – The APAP Showcase [47th Annual Member Conference for the Association of Performing Arts Presenters]. I’m am emceeing and administering a showcase of talent for the Margot Astrachan Music Booth starring John Wallowitch; Café A Go Go; 100 Years of Broadway; Shades of Harlem and The Grand Dames of Broadway. This will be a FREE showcase of Broadway caliber talent. Please watch my website for an update on the location.
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2 0 0 3 DECEMBER 2003 Thursdays, December 4th, 11th & 18th - 9:00 p.m. —Matsuki & Simeone in SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY at The Duplex - 61 Christopher St. - Reservations: 212-255-5438 www.theduplex.com. The official New York opening of this brand new show and of my brand new collaboration with Bistro Award winner, Marcus Simeone. This show takes the audience on a journey through music, exploring the power of music and how it can transport you back in time…Somewhere Along The Way…to where you first heard the song or to an emotional place you thought you might have long forgotten. Dec. 16th, 20th [1:30 matinee] & 23rd — 8:00 p.m. — Metropolitan Opera — Arnold Schoenberg’s "Moses und Aaron" www.metopera.org. This controversial production originally directed by Graham Vick of London returns with the wonderful Maestro James Levine conducting. This opera has one of the most amazing and disturbing dance scenes I have ever witnessed on stage at the Met. I am one of 6 "Voiceless" Voices of God. We are a very strange visual of concert singers who represent God whenever he speaks to Moses. |
NOVEMBER 2003 Saturday, November 1st – 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. – ACTORFEST NEW YORK 2003 - NY Marriott Marquis – 1535 Broadway, 5th Floor [at 45th St.] - I will be hosting/emceeing in one of the rooms at this annual festival sponsored by PGP, JetBlue, PRO, Inside Broadway and Backstage magazine. Please visit: www.backstage.com/actorfestny for a list of lectures, programs and special guests. This is THE place to be on November 1st if you are a performer!Saturday, November 8th - 8:00 p.m. – Matsuki & Simeone in SOMEWHERE ALONG THE WAY at The Standing Room Only Cabaret - 45 Church Street [across from the Hartford Stage Company], Hartford, CT – A brand new show co-starring my dear friend and an extraordinary talent, Bistro Award winner, Marcus Simeone . Reservations: www.tixweb.com or call Michel Entertainment at: 860-282-1898. This show takes the audience on a journey through music, exploring the power of music and how it can transport you back in time…Somewhere Along The Way…to where you first heard the song or to an emotional place you thought you might have long forgotten. This is a two-50 minute set show. Thursday November 6th & Friday November 7th - 7:00 p.m. – CAT ON A LEASH at The Duplex - 61 Christopher St. - Reservations: 212-255-5438 www.theduplex.com Marcus opens HIS brand new show and has invited me to sing a few tunes with him. This is a totally separate show from the show that we are sharing. Do not miss the chance to hear this man sing AND see me too! Thursday, November 13th - 8:00 p.m. – THE BEST OF BROADWAY SALUTES COLE PORTER – Nyack Seaport – 21 Byrd Street, Nyack, NY. A Neil Berg Production. This program is sung by a cast of people who have all appeared on Broadway in shows like Phantom, Les Miz, Jesus Christ Superstar and on and on…it’s a line up of stars. My dear friend, John Patrick Schutz and I are the two Cabaret representatives on the bill. This time out we will be celebrating the life work of one of my favorites, Cole Porter. Friday November 14th - 7:00 p.m. – CAT ON A LEASH at The Duplex - 61 Christopher St. - Reservations: 212-255-5438 www.theduplex.com. Marcus opens HIS brand new show and has invited me to sing a few tunes with him. This is a totally separate show from the show that we are sharing. Do not miss the chance to hear this man sing AND see me too! Sunday, November 23rd – 7:00 p.m. – One of my favorite gigs all year….TEDDY CARES starring the incomparable Ruby Rims! West Bank Café/Laurie Beechman Theatre – 407 W. 42nd St. Reservations: 212-695-6909. This is opening night and it’s an evening of some of the very best in Cabaret & Broadway [which is why it’s always an honor to be asked]. There are also shows on 11/23; 12/7 & 12/14. All monies and all the Teddy Bears collected are personally handed out by Ruby in a (Teddy Bear costume) to children and the evening benefits the Rodney Kirk Center, the Manhattan Plaza Aids Project. |
OCTOBER 2003 Oct. 3rd, 6th, 11th [12:00 matinee] & 14th – 7:00 p.m. – Metropolitan Opera – Tristan und Isolde. This production stars Ben Heppner, Jane Eaglen, René Pape & Katrinia Dalayman and will be conducted by Maestro James Levine. I get to let out a blood curdling scream in a tower 30 ft. in the air in Act II when I double the part of Braganea [Ms. Dalayman] for that one fun scene! www.metopera.orgSunday, October 12th - 5:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.— SPEAKEASY — my pal John Patrick Schutz and I will be co-hosting a benefit for the Rockland Arts Center in a Speakeasy Night at a location to be divulged only a week before the event where one can only gain entry with a secret password given to one of the goons, er…security people! We are both singing at the cocktail reception accompanied by the wonderful Tedd Firth and then we will do a formal show of era appropriate tunes later that evening. Guests of honor are: Mandy Patinkin, Lorraine Bracco, the Honorable Harriet Cornell. Reservations: 845-358-0877 or go to: www.rocklandcenter.org> Thursday, October 23rd & 30th - 9:00 — 11:00 p.m. Chez Suzettes on 8th Avenue between 46th & 47th. Appearing with the wonderful MARCUS SIMEONE www.marcussimeone.com . Come by for dinner or a drink and catch our sneak previews of both of our new shows, his and my show which is called "Somewhere Along The Way" [opening in November in Connecticut and in December in New York] and Marcus’ brand new solo show, "Cat On A Leash". FREE COVER! |
SEPTEMBER 2003 Thursday, September 11th — 8:00 p.m. — THE BEST OF BROADWAY — Nyack Seaport — 21 Byrd Street, Nyack, NY. A Neil Berg Production. This evening will be a program of patriotic and heartfelt songs devoted to remembering.Monday, September 29th - Two Sets at 5:15 p.m. & 6:45 p.m. - "THE BEST OF CONNECTICUT" Benefit for The March of Dimes sponsored by The Connecticut Magazine - The Oakdale Music Theatre, Wallingford, CT. I will be accompanied by the wonderful Alex Nakhimovsky, another BEST OF CT invitee. We will be appearing in a room sponsored by Foxwoods Casino in a show called, "A Taste of Foxwoods". Please go to: www.ctmagazine.com if you would like to find out how to get on the guest list. You can also see me in a special article that the CT Magazine ran this month called, what else, THE BEST OF CT. I am between the "Best Grinder" and the "Best Nightclub" however, I am sandwiched between two great CT bands, Locomotion [Best Dance Band] and Yesteryear [Best Doo Wop Group]! I represent the brand new and quickly developing genre of CABARET up thar in dem beautiful woods of my home state! I was booked by the #1 champion of Cabaret in CT, Michel Morrisette, of Michel Entertainment www.michelentertainment.com, the producer of the Standing Room Only Cabaret [see below November 8th gig]. Tuesday, September 30th — 7:30 p.m. curtain — Metropolitan Opera — the opening of "Tristan und Isolde". This production stars Ben Heppner and Jane Eaglen and will be conducted once again by Maestro James Levine. I get to let out a blood curdling scream in a tower 30 ft. in the air in Act II when I double the part of Braganea for that one fun scene! www.metopera.org |
AUGUST 2003 Fridays, August 8th & 29th - 9:00 p.m. Sunday, August 24th - 2:00 p.m. |
JUNE 2003 Monday, June 2nd 6:00 – 8:00 Friday, June 6th 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 11th 7:00 – 11:00 Saturday, June 14th 11:00 p.m. Monday, June 16th 9:00 Sunday, June 22nd 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
MAY 2003 Thursdays, May 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th – 9:00 p.m. Friday, May 16th – Sunday, May 18th Friday, May 30th 8:00 p.m. Cabaret community will raise money for ArtsVan with "Carol's ArtsVan Benefit |
APRIL 2003 Friday, April 4th & Saturday, April 5th – 8:00 p.m.MORE JAMMIN’, LESS TOASTS – A Tribute To The Gals Who Make Me Want To Sing - Odette’s – South River Road, New Hope, PA. Call: 215-862-3000 or go to: www.odettes.com - Come for a great dinner or a romantic weekend and enjoy the charming town of New Hope. Featuring Gregory Toroian on Piano, John Loehrke on Bass & a special guest appearance by my Director, the wonderful Frank Fontana. This show pays tribute to Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Irene Krall, Miss Peggy Lee, Rosemary Clooney, Dakota Staton and Carmen McRae. Saturday, April 12th 5:30 p.m. Monday, April 14th – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16th – 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. |
MARCH 2003 Saturday, March 8th - 8:00 p.m.Matsuki & Toroian take JAM N’ TOASTS upstate for an evening with the Rockland Center for the Arts – 27 South Greenbush Road – West Nyack, NY 10994 – For reservations call: 845-358-0877 or go to: www.rocklandartcenter.org for more information on their other programs or for directions. I am honored to be featured as one of three performers along with John Wallowitch [February 15th] and Richard Skipper at Carol Channing [March 22nd] on the RoCA’s Spring Series called "Cabaret in Concert". Also appearing with Gregory and me is the wonderful John Leohrke on bass. Get this…cover charge is just $15.00 or $12.50 for members & students! Credit cards accepted. Wednesdays, March 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th- – 8:30 p.m. Sunday, March 23rd – 7:30 – 11:30 p.m. Sunday, March 30th - 7:15 p.m. |
FEBRUARY 2003 February 12, 15, 18 and 21, 2003Il Trovatore Metropolitan Opera Various times. Check www.metopera.org Sue appears as a Court Lady in the Metropolitan Opera's production of Verdi's Il Trovatore. Tuesday, February 11, 2003 at 7:00 p.m. The Triad A Stefi Sanev/Elegant Diamond Production. The brilliant Richard Skipper as Carol Channing hosts this evening featuring myself and good friends, Glen Charlow, Joan Crowe, Greta Gruen, Bobbi Horowitz and Georga Osborne. What a line up and what a night this will be! Please join us. |
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JANUARY 2003 Monday, January 20, 2003SINGING IN VEGAS! A very special opportunity to open for and co-emcee an evening of STARS [I will name drop as soon as all the handshakes are official but WOW!!! Wait until you see who is on this line up!!! Somebody pinch me!]. This evening at the 4 Seasons is to benefit a wonderful organization called the Special Operations Warrior Foundation which I am now an East Coast Chair for on this benefit. They essentially help to educate the children of the warriors who live to serve and protect the United States when they are lost to their families in the line of duty. PLEASE GO TO: www.specialops.org to read more and to make a donation to this vitally important and most worthy organization. All the money raised goes directly to these families by the way. AND, it’s in celebration of the Birthday of our host, International Best Selling Novelist, Richard Steinberg! For reservations contact: EagleVoice@att.net.
Sunday, January 12, 2003 I'll perform with fellow booth members, Joan Crowe, Richard Skipper as Carol Channing, Valerie Sneade, Paulette Attie and Tim Sullivan. I'll present a selection from JAM N' TOASTS. |
2 0 0 2 DECEMBER 2002 Monday, December 23, 2002 at 6:30 p.m. andSunday, December 29, 2002 at 8:00 p.m. Guest Starring in 2002 MAC Award Winner, Joan Crowe’s Politically INCORRECT Christmas Show! Don’t Tell Mama What a way to take out the old and bring in the new! Come laugh with us, heck, laugh AT us! For more information, visit www.donttellmama.com or www.joancrowe.com. December 4, 7, 11 and 14, 2002 NOVEMBER 2002 Sunday, November 17, 2002 One of my favorite gigs all year…hosted by the incomparable Ruby Rims. This year it’s a gala event and will be held at the Laurie Beechman Theatre. An amazing night of talent -- all lending their voices to this wonderful cause. Where else can you see Carolyn Montgomery, Annie Hughes, Lina Koutrakous, Scott Coulter, Rick Jensen and ME (and more) all on the same bill?! Please watch this space for more details. November 14, 2002 November 7, 12, 20, 23 and 30, 2002 Friday, November 8, 2002 |
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OCTOBER 2002 Sunday, October 27, 2002 Saturday, October 26, 2002 Tuesday, October 15, 2002 Sue is joined by the wonderfully talented Tedd Firth on piano and Saadi Zain on bass! NO COVER CHARGE, just enjoy the delicious, reasonable priced, home cooked style French cuisine! As Jeff Matson wrote…"How do you spell "MUST SEE"??? Mann, Matsuki, Firth & Zain??? Dress Code: ASBESTOS"!
Sunday, October 6, 2002 Benefit featuring the Voices for Charity Choir, Ingrid Gray, & Ann Sauerland. |
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SEPTEMBER 2002 Friday, September 20, 2002 and Come make a romantic weekend of it...visit The New Hope Inn and tell them that I sent you! GREAT rates and a very sweet B&B and town to play in! |
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AUGUST 2002 Sundays, August 4 and 18, 2002 Brunch performance featuring the wonderful John McMahon! |
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JULY 2002 Wednesdays, July 17, 24 and 31, 2002 The entire band returns, along with a special surprise guest!
Wednesday, July 24, 2002 Co-starring in this one-night-only performance with the lovely Miss Joan Crowe. Also featuring the amazing Tedd Firth. Reprising part of A Wall Full of Mirrors...A Reflective Piece (performed last year at an extended run at Don't Tell Mama).
Thursday, July 18, 2002 Sue will be interviewed and sing live on the show. This is local Channel 9 in New Jersey. |
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JUNE 2002 Friday, June 28, 2002
Thursday, June 13, 2002 |
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MAY 2002 Tuesday, May 14, 2002 In concert with Richard Skipper as Carol Channing, Audrey Lavine, Jennifer Kruskamp and Jennifer Pace.
Thursday, May 9, 2002 Sue makes a guest appearancein this show, performing with Carolyn Montgomery, John Patrick Schutz, Bob Mattern, Carter Calvert & Rob Gallagher (from Forbidden Broadway), and violin virtuoso Martin Lass. |
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FEBRUARY 2002 "On Air" Dates: Sue Matsuki on The Marcia Steiner Show
Jam N' Toasts: Jazz Brunch Sue was on stage with music director Gregory Toroian on piano and special guest Jay Leonhart on bass. |
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2 0 0 1 DECEMBER 2001 Wednesday, DECEMBER 19, 2001 My CD will be on sale at both Team Work shows for a special Christmas gift price of $5.00 with each paid cover charge. Judy’s Chelsea Friday, DECEMBER 14, 2001 One of Sue’s favorite events of the year. This will be her 4th year performing at Teddy Cares, where she has the honor of sharing the stage with: Leslie Anderson, Elaine Brier, Kelly Briggs, Scott Coulter, Rick Crom, Joan Crowe, Lennie Watts & the wonderful Ruby Rims! Monday, DECEMBER 10, 2001 Eastern Standard Time are: Dana Merritt, Beth Covell and Christopher Howatt (musical director). Guest performers for the evening (besides me) are Mitch Ellis, Julie Reyburn and Vickie Smith. Join us for a very special evening filled with some jazz, blues, harmonies, standards and some holiday classics! All proceeds from the cover go to Children of China Pediatrics Foundation. Visit the Eastern Standard Time website for more information. Sunday, December 9, 2001 Wednesday, DECEMBER 5, 2001 My CD will be on sale at both Team Work shows for a special Christmas gift price of $5.00 with each paid cover charge. Judy’s Chelsea |
NOVEMBER 2001 I played a Druid princess in seven performances of Norma at The Metropolitan Opera in October and November, 2001. |
OCTOBER 2001 Thursday, OCTOBER 18, 2001
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AUGUST 2001 August 25, 2001 August 5, 9 and 12, 2001 |
