June 2022

Here's what's coming up for the DC Cabaret Network in June and beyond:

VIRTUAL OPEN MIC - Summer Hiatus 

DCCN will resume open mics (live or virtual) in September. 

 

In the interim, we encourage members and followers to attend the Theatre Lab's Art of Cabaret showcase on June 4 and DCCN's Fringe Festival Showcase on July 16, 17, and 23rd.  

 

Also, please consider attending "Heroes of Cabaret: History of the Uniquely New York Art Form," a webinar presented by the New York Adventure Club. The event explores the history and evolution of cabaret, with a focus on the artform's early pioneers.

 

The event is led by award-winning author Will Friedwald and includes a Q&A. The live event is Thursday, June 9 from 7-9 p.m. Registered participants will have access to the full replay for 1 week. The registration fee is $10.

 

Register Here

 

CABARET UPDATES

 

  • 2022 Membership. Public life is returning...soon? Join, re-join, or renew your membership with the DC Cabaret Network! Given the economic and artistic challenges under a pandemic, we welcome members who want to support the post-COVID rebuilding of our local music community.

    Membership is $45 through 12/31/2022. Please send your dues:
    • Mail: Heather Frank, DC Cabaret Network Membership, 5349 MacArthur Blvd NW, Washington, DC 20016 
    • PayPal at: Join DCCN | DC Cabaret Network 
       

DCCN Capital Fringe Festival Show

July 16, 17, 23 at Georgetown Park Mall

 

DC Cabaret Network's ensemble show "This is Cabaret," featuring Guy Bosworth, Heather Frank, Maureen Kerrigan, Dean Reichard, Lonny Smith, Tracy Simpson, and Christy Trapp will be at Stars and Bars (DSW).

 

Judy Simmons is the director, Howard Breitbart is the music director and Cindy Hutchins is the associate director. The show is dedicated to the memory of George Fulginiti-Shakar.


Performances:
Saturday, July 16, 4:15pm
Sunday, July 17, 8:30pm
Saturday, July 23, 12:15pm

 

This year's Capital Fringe Festival will be presented in newly created performance spaces in the Georgetown Park Mall (3270 M St NW). For tickets and more information, head to capitalfringe.org.

Mary Leaphart Fringe Show "Pretty Messy Love"

July at Georgetown Park Mall

 

 

Mary Leaphart's solo Capital Fringe show, "Pretty Messy Love: A journey to find true love in the real world" will be at Representation (formerly Washington Sports Club).

 

The show is directed by Steve Cupo with musical direction by Jeff Hamlin.

 

Performances:

Thursday, July 14,6:30 pm

Friday, July 15, 9:45 pm

Saturday, July 16, 9 pm

Saturday, July 23, 12:00 pm 

Sunday, July 24, 6:00 pm.

 

For tickets and more information, see capitalfringe.org.

Art of Cabaret Showcase

Saturday, June 4, 7:30 p.m. at the Theatre Lab

 

Come to a showcase performance by The Theatre Lab's Art of Cabaret class. The showcase features mini-sets by seven emerging and established cabaret artists, including a member of the DC Cabaret Network. Songs range from Rodgers and Hammerstein to Dar Williams. The class is led by Marianne Glass Miller and Jeff Hamlin of the DC Cabaret Network Board. Support live music and learn about the Art of Cabaret!

 

Tickets $5 cash at the door. Masks are required for all attendees, and distancing is encouraged. The Theatre Lab is located at 900 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Washington, DC. Go to https://theatrelab.org/about/planning-your-visit/ for directions and parking information.

VOCAL & PERFORMANCE TECHNIQUE
with Cindy Hutchins


Learn the basics of healthy singing; increase your knowledge of music theory/sightsinging, and discover new song repertoire for auditions, cabaret shows, or just for fun. Cindy is an experienced performer, teacher, and producer.


For teens and adults. Afternoon and evening times available. Dupont Circle location accessible to metro. Email Cindy or call 301-717-4665 for more information.

SING ON STAGE
with James K. McCully


Complete preparation for the person who wants to SING ON STAGE. Voice instruction, voice coaching, piano accompanying, acting, audition preparation, and recordings. Build a strong healthy voice in as little as six weeks. Extend your range and develop new audition material. Become the singer that you have always dreamed of.

 

Let your success story start here. The Voice Studio in DC (Eastern Market Metro) 202-683-7874 or Alexandria (Pentagon Metro) 703-354-8623. Maestro@JamesKMcCully.org
www.JamesKMcCully.org

Send your membership dues to: 5349 MacArthur Blvd NW Washington, DC, 20016

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