Past Appearances 2002
"MOON OVER BROOKLYN"
Sunday, December 29th @ 3pm & Monday, Dec. 30th @ 7:30pm
DON'T TELL MAMA, 343 West 46th Street, NYC
Reservations Suggested: 212-757-0788
Tedd Firth, guest musical director
Marco Brehm, bass
Eva Ladas, special guest
Lina Koutrakos, director
arrangements by D. Jay Bradley
After debuting his lastest cabaret show at Judy's Chelsea in November, Marcus brings his act uptown to Don't Tell Mama, the heart and soul of NYC's famed Restaurant Row. Acclaimed for his heartfelt interpretations of contemporary and standard songs, the show will celebrate passages of life and love that are part of our landscape as seen through the eyes of this dreamer and his muse. Marcus will lend his haunting, multi-octave voice to the works of a number of contemporary composers including: Tom Andersen, John Bucchino, Tim Di Pasqa, Dick Gallagher, Lina Koutrakos, Nan Selle and Shelly Markham as well as legendary songwriters like Burt Bacharach, Maltby & Shire, Henry Mancini, Johnny Mercer, Ivor Novello, and Rodgers & Hammerstein.
Don't Tell Mama website: DontTellMama.com.
A VERY SPECIAL HOLIDAY CABARET
To benefit the LGBT Wellness Project
Wednesday, December 18th, 8pm
THE MUDDY CUP Coffee House Theatre
388 Van Duzer Street in Stapleton, Staten Island
$10 donation at the door
Reservations and Information: 718-273-5833
Marcus will be performing selections from his latest cabaret shows, along with a number of holiday favorites in a special benefit for the Staten Island Wellness Project. Celebrated musical director D. Jay Bradley will provide piano accompaniment, along with Marco Brehm on bass and guest vocalist Eva Ladas. The Wellness Project is a community-based health program of the Staten Island AIDS Task Force. The Muddy Cup theatre is located in the popular coffee house's back room which features a 75-seat theatre with stage, lighting, and sound system. The room has been described as looking like a playhouse right out of Greenwich Village, sporting distressed brick walls, wood floors and beams, skylights, and comfortable seating. Contact The Wellness Project for reservations and information 718-273-5833.
Special guest appearance at
Julie Reyburn's BC/EFA Benefit Holiday Show 2003
Friday, December 6th @ 8:30pm
JUDY'S CHELSEA, 169 Eighth Avenue, NYC
Reservations Suggested: 212-929-5410
Each year the brilliant and jaunty Julie Reyburn produces a holiday benefit for BC/EFA (Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS) and this year is no different. With accomplished musical director Mark Janas on the piano, the show will showcase favorite classical and contemporary holiday selections by Juile and her guests. Special Guests scheduled to appear include: Suzanne Abbott, Richard Todd Adams, Nancy Lee Bach, Kristy Cates, Margaret Curry, Diane D'Angelo, John DePalma, David Gurland, singer/songwriter Robyn McCorquodale, Carolyn Montgomery, Parker Scott and Marcus Simeone. There will be a $15 cover and a $12 food/drink minimum. The cover goes to benefit BC/EFA. Julie Reyburn's website: JulieReyburn.com. Judy's Chelsea website: JudysChelsea.com.
Special guest appearance at
"TEDDY CARE BENEFIT"
SUNDAY at 7:00pm in November
THE WEST BANK CAFE's Laurie Beechman Theater, 407 West 42nd Street, NYC
Reservations Suggested: 212-695-6909
Host Ruby Rim's annual holiday fundraiser for Teddy Care moves uptown to the Laurie Beechman Theater to accommodate the many folks who normally can't get a seat at these sold-out shows. Marcus will be making a guest appearance before dashing downtown for his own show at Judy's Chelsea.
"MOON OVER BROOKLYN"
SUNDAYS at 8:30pm in November, at JUDY'S CHELSEA, 169 Eighth Avenue, NYC
Reservations Suggested: 212-929-5410
D. Jay Bradley, musical director
Marco Brehm, bass
Eva Ladas, special guest
Lina Koutrakos, director
Marcus returns to the NYC cabaret stage and makes his Judy's Chelsea debut with this new show. Acclaimed for his heartfelt interpretations of contemporary and standard songs, the show will celebrate passages of life and love that are part of our landscape as seen through the eyes of this dreamer and his muse. Marcus will lend his haunting, multi-octave voice to the works of a number of contemporary composers including: Tom Andersen, John Bucchino, Tim Di Pasqa, Dick Gallagher, Lina Koutrakos, Nan Selle and Shelly Markham as well as legendary songwriters like Burt Bacharach, Maltby & Shire, Henry Mancini, Johnny Mercer, Ivor Novello, and Rodgers & Hammerstein.
Judy's Chelsea is a jewel box of a cabaret room, located in the heart of Chelsea. Proclaimed the "best cabaret room in NYC" by Show Business in 2001, Judy's offers a full menu before the show, beginning at 7 pm. JUDY'S website
Also visit the Verrazano Narrows Bridgecam!
"MOSTLY STANDARDS"
SUNDAY at 2:00pm (brunch show), October 27th, at REGENTS, 317 East 53rd Street, NYC
Reservations Suggested: 212-593-3091
Marcus reprises his critically-lauded tribute to the standards and beyond in a special brunch appearance at this wonderful uptown watering hole. There is a fabulous prix-fixe brunch with whatever you like to wet your whistle and enjoy the show. The management of this establishment couldn't be more accommodating and supportive of cabaret artists and the service is superb. Regent's website link is still to come. More info on "Mostly Standards"
"DAYDREAMS"
SUNDAY, August 18th, at BRADSTAN COUNTRY INN, White Lake, NY
Reservations Strongly Suggested: 631-583-4114
In this 2002 MAC Award-nominated show Marcus, with his trio under the musical direction of D. Jay Bradley, sings heartfelt songs that speak to him about life and longing. The show features songs by such diverse composers like Janis Ian and Stephen Sondheim as well as acclaimed contemporary composers, Tom Andersen, Tim DiPasqua and Rick Jensen.
Nestled in the Catskill Mountains in New York's Sullivan County, and overlooking beautiful White Lake, the Bradstan Country Inn is a magnificent country getaway just under 100 miles from Manhattan. Three miles from the original 1969 Woodstock Festival site, the Bradstan is home of the Nancy LaMott Room and host to some of the finest cabaret performers from around the world. Overnight and weekend and week long stays and meals are available. BRADSTAN website
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"MOSTLY STANDARDS"
SUNDAYS, May 12th & 19th, at THE DUPLEX, NYC
4 MORE DATES ADDED!
SUNDAYS, June 16th (Father's Day) at 4 pm
July 7th, 14th & 28th at 6 pm
Seventh Avenue & Christopher Streets, NYC Reservations Suggested: 212-255-5438
In this new show, Marcus lends his haunting, multi-octave voice to classics from the great American songbook as well as some newer contemporary songs. Acclaimed for his heartfelt interpretations of contemporary, jazz and pop songs, this show features songs from legendary composers such as Irving Berlin, Johnny Mercer, Henry Mancini and Richard Rodgers. DUPLEX website
Special Appearance at
"New Mondays" at The Duplex
MONDAY, June 24, The Duplex Cabaret, NYC
Seventh Avenue & Christopher Streets, NYC Reservations Suggested: 212-255-5438
Each Monday in June and July, this series will serve as a testing ground for new works by some of NYC's most promising and established songwriters. Featured in the series will be artists such as Stephen Schwartz, John Bucchino, Julie Gold, and Ann Hampton Callaway. DUPLEX website
Special Appearance at
"The New Songwriter Sampler"
New York Sheet Music Society
SATURDAY, May 4th, Women's National Republican Club, NYC
3 West 51st Street, NYC (west of 5th Avenue)
Marcus will be performing some of his own material at this annual Society program. Guest producer Sandi Durell's program of new songwriters is dedicated to finding and presenting the new voices in songwriting today. NEW YORK SHEET MUSIC SOCIETY website
SANDI DURELL PRODUCTIONS website
Marcus Simeone's
"Daydreams: The Final NYC Performance"
SUNDAY, February 24th, 2002, at Danny's Skylight Room, NYC
The critically and popularly-acclaimed act with musical director D. Jay Bradley
One final performance has been added for Marcus Simeone and his acclaimed show, "Daydreams." Writing about the show in Back Stage on November 23, David Finkle said, "Marcus Simeone has a voice that would make Circe throw in the towel ... like a cello being slowly bowed... Olympian voice."
After making his acclaimed cabaret debut earlier last year with extended runs at Don't Tell Mama and with his new show, Daydreams at Danny's in November, pop-jazz singer Marcus Simeone returns with one final performances on Sunday, February 24th at 4:00 pm at Danny's Skylight Room, 346 West 46th Street (NY's Restaurant Row). There will be a $15 music charge and a $10 food or drink minimum.
In the new show, with D. Jay Bradley as musical director of his trio, Marcus, as always, sings heartfelt songs that speak to him about life and longing. The show features songs by such diverse composers like Janis Ian and Stephen Sondheim as well as acclaimed contemporary composers, Tom Andersen, Tim DiPasqua and Rick Jensen.
DANNY'S SKYLIGHT ROOM website
MAC/ASCAP SHOWCASE
TUESDAY, February 19th, 2002, at THE LIGHTHOUSE, NYC
Marcus Simeone will appear at a special MAC/ASCAP Songwriters Showcase featuring all of the 2002 MAC Award Nominees for Song of the Year & Special Material.
Hosted by Jamie deRoy with special guest appearances by Mary Cleere Haran & Sir Richard Rodney Bennett
MAC (Manhattan Association of Cabarets & Clubs) and ASCAP (The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) will co-present the MAC/ASCAP Songwriters Showcase at THE LIGHTHOUSE (111 East 59th Street, NYC) on Tuesday, February 19th, at 6:00 pm. Admission is $10 for the general public, $5 for ASCAP members and FREE for MAC members. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. No advance reservations necessary.
Two opportunities to see Marcus Simeone
in two unique tribute/duet shows:
On Sacred Ground:The Songs of Janis Ian
With Tracy Stark
Sept. 13 through Dec. 5
at Metropolitan Room
&
Rodgers, Hart & Hammerstein
With Maria Ottavia
Aug. 22 through Nov. 15
at Don't Tell Mama
Marcus Simeone & Maria Ottavia
Rodgers,Hart &Hammerstein:A Musical Salute
Celebrating Don't Tell Mama's legacy on the 30th Anniversary
Saturday, August 22
Saturday, October 3
Sunday, October 11
Sunday, November 15
All shows at 7:00
Musical Director Tracy Stark, Marco Brehm on bass
Something wonderful is happening at Don't Tell Mama!
Two of cabaret's most popular artist's, Marcus Simeone and Maria Ottavia will pay musical tribute to the iconic songs of RichardRodgers,
Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein ll in their brand new duet concert, Rodgers,Hart & Hammerstein. The show will alsocelebrate of Don't Tell
Mama on its 30th anniversary. Shows will be on Saturday, August 22, Saturday, October 3, Sunday, October 11and Sunday, November 15. All
shows will be at 7:00. There will be a $20 music charge and a 2-drink minimum. Don't Tell Mama is located at 343 West 46th Street (between
8th& 9thAvenues on Restaurant Row. Reservations: 212 757 0799.
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Metropolitan Room
June 19
with
Barry Levitt on piano
Jon Burr on bass
Friday Evening, June 19, 2015 @7pm
Performing Artists:
Marcus Simone
Singer/Songwriter - He is a 5 time MAC Award winner and Bistro and Cabaret Hotline Award winner. He has played all the major venues here in NYC. Marcus leads an 8-piece orchestra performing around the country. In June he will be performing with KT Sullivan at Carnegie Hall.
Daryl Glenn
Singer – he is the proud recipient of the NY Triple Crown for cabaret having won the Bistro, MAC and Nightlife Awards. Daryl has performed at Feinstein’s at the Loews Regency, the Metropolitan Room and the Oak Room... He is currently recording his debut album and will be performing “Steve: Songs by Sondheim” at 54 Below July 9.
Mitch Frumkin
Comic – has performed at the Gotham Club and Stress Factory. Offers his comedic talents at many fundraisers and loves being in front of people making them laugh.
Marina Colonna
Singer/Actress – she has appeared in many Off-Broadway shows and has sung at the Metropolitan Room in a number performances.
Arlene Simone
Singer/Actress – She has played leading roles in Gypsy, Mame, Anything Goes and many more. Arlene has performed in night clubs and cabaret rooms throughout the country. One critic wrote of her, “Simone weaves a web and casts a spell on her audience.”
Metropolitan Room
34 W. 22 Street / 212-206-0440
Fri., June 19, 2015@ 7pm
$20 Music Charge + 2 drink minimum ($5 Discount for MAC, SAG/AFTRA, EQUITY)
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Weill Recital Hall
At Carnegie Hall
June 9
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More Music By Alex Rybeck
At 54 BELOW
May 21, 2015
Featuring: Karen Mason, Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway, Jason Graae, Tony
Middleton, Sally Mayes, Marcus Simeone and Avery Sommers
Directed by Sara Louise Lazarus
Best known as the highly sought-after pianist/arranger for vocalists such as Liz & Ann Hampton Callaway, Faith Prince, Jeff Harnar & many others, Alex is also a prolific composer, mentored by Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim & Stephen Schwartz. After a sold out 54 Below debut, Rybeck brings a new night of music to the stage. The concert showcases his own compositions, featuring some pretty amazing vocalists and musicians. Alex’s recorded songs include “What a Funny Boy He Is” (Nancy LaMott) and “Bless Your Heart” (Faith Prince), and he’s written with collaborators as diverse as the great Michael Stewart, Carol Hall, Ira Gasman, among others.
BAND:
Alex Rybeck, Piano
Dan Sarpola, Bass
Dan Gross, Drums
Sean Harkness, Guitar
Plus Special Guest!
ADDITIONAL CAST:
Maureen Brennan
Mary Stout
Kevin Dozier
Susan Winter
Joshua Dixon
Jamie Hartmann
Jeffrey M. Wright
TICKETS & INFORMATION: (646) 476-3551
254 W 54TH ST, CELLAR (Btwen Broadway & Eighth Avenue)
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54 BELOW CELEBRATES JULIE WILSON
Water color/pastel by Charles Busch
May 9 & 14, 2015
COVER CHARGE: $30 – $40
PREMIUMS: $65 – $70
$25 FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUM
There will never be another Julie Wilson. With a career that spanned more than 70 years on Broadway and the West End, on TV and in cabaret, Wilson was beloved by all who knew her. The theater community lost a stalwart whose incomparable work will be remembered forever.
Join us as we honor Julie Wilson in song, with stars of Broadway and cabaret.
Featuring on May 9:
Broadway and TV star, Anita Gillette (Gypsy, Carnival, Guys & Dolls) Broadway Star Amy Spanger (The Wedding Singer, Kiss Me Kate, Reefer Madness), Mark Nadler (Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award winner), Baby Jane Dexter (MAC, Nightlife and Bistro awards winner), Nicolas King (Julie Wilson Award recipient), Steve Ross (Award-winning pianist/singer), Jeff MaCauley, Anna Bergman, Natalie Douglas, Bill Zeffiro,Jeanne MacDonald, Marcus Simeone, Lee Roy Reams (The Producers, La Cage Aux Folles, Hello Dolly), and Barry Leavitt; with Cabaret favorites Deborah Silver, Carole J. Bufford,Karen Oberlin, Lennie Watts, Sidney Myer, Stacy Sullivan,Jennifer Sheehan, Debbie Damp, and a special appearance by Ms. Wilson’s son, Holt McCallany.
And on May 14:
TV star Emily Bergl (Desperate Housewives, Scandal), Broadway stars Rita Gardner (The Fantasticks, The Wedding Singer), Raissa Katona Bennett (Phantom of the Opera), Operatic Soprano Janice Hall, Wayne Hosford, and Daryl Glenn; with cabaret favorites Kristoffer Lowe, Maxine Linehan, Shana Farr, Billie Roe, Sue Matsuki, Celia Berk,Carole J. Bufford, and a special appearance by Ms. Wilson’s son, Holt McCallany.
* TICKETS & INFORMATION *
(646) 476-3551
254 W 54TH ST, CELLAR (Between Broadway & Eighth Avenue)
APRIL 25, 2015
6th ANNUAL CABARET BENEFIT
For The Students of The Robin Sue Ward Achool For Exceptional Children
SATURDAY, MAY 2nd AT 8:00 PM
Frank Sinatra CentennialTribute
"Come Rain or Come Shine
Sunday, March 8
"DUETS"
AT
METROPOLITAN ROOM
34 West 22nd Street (Between 5th & 6th Avenues)
4:00 pm
For information: (212) 206 0440
Hosted by
MARCUS SIMEONE & MARIA OTTAVIA
Sunday, March 8th - This is an ALL DUET show with some of the coolest artists matched up to sing together !
This event is all part of celebrating "March is Cabaret Month." ALL STAR cast in addition to Marcus & Maria with:
Carolyn Montgomery-Forant, Janice Hall, Sarah Rice,David Vernon, Miles Equality Phillips, Tracy Stark, Kathleen Stuart,
Kristoffer Lowe, Jason Morris & Eric Michael Gillett
This is a MUST SEE show - and it's at 4:00 pm!
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SATURDAY, MARCH 21 at 8:00
ONE NIGHT ONLY !
With Special Guests: Maria Ottavia & Little Anthony Cardone
St. George Theatre
35 Hyatt Street, Staten Island, NY 10301
Tickets: (718) 442 2900 or www.stgeorgetheatre.com
All seats $25
Multi-award winning singer-recording artist Marcus Simeone stars at the legendary St. George Theatre
for one night only as part of the theatre's newly opened Mezzanine Lounge Cabaret Series.
Special Guests: Staten Island's own Maria Ottavia & Little Anthony Cardone!
Doors open: 6:30pm
Tickets: $25
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What the critics are saying about Marcus Simeone:
"Olympian voice!" ... David Finkle (Back Stage)
"Stratospheric voice ..." (New York Daily News)
" ... gifted with a gorgeous voice that begs to wrench your gut ..."
Noah Tree (Cabaret Scenes Magazine)
"King of the power ballad!" (Back Stage Weekly)
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MORE 2015 APPEARANCES TBA SOON
The Truth About ...
* Final New York Appearance of 2014 - Dec. 20 @ 4:30
* Special Guest: Greg Kay Jones + surprise guest! (Evening to benefit the Gregory Kennell Fund)
Don't Tell Mama - 343 West 46th Street (Restaurant Row) Between 8th & 9th Avenues
(Parking lot on West 46th Street)
Music charge $18 + 2 Drink minimumDiscount for MAC & Cabaret Hotline Members
Reservations: (212) 757 0744 / www.donttellmamanyc.com
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SOLD OUT!
The production includes such popular chestnuts as "We Need a Little Christmas," "Let it Snow" and "Silver Bells" as well as spiritual numbers including "O' Holy Night" and "Go Tell It on the Mountain."
Enjoy scenes from the North Pole to Central Park, Lincoln Center to Time Square!
Meet & Greet the great cast in the picturesque grand lobby following the performance. Bring your camera!
Saturday, December 13th, 3:00pm and 7:00pm
Sunday, December 14th, 3:00pm and *7:00pmTickets: $40, $30, $20, $10
*Sunday night special, all tickets $20 or $10This show is a fundraiser for the St. George Theatre Restoration Inc. The 150 talented dancers, singers, actors, musicians, and crew is primarily made up of Staten Islanders of all ages and almost all of them are volunteers!
Since it's inception, inspired by the late Mrs. Rosemary, this show has raised over one million dollars for the St. George Theatre Restoration Inc, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.
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Acclaimed Songwriter Alex Rybeck with Liz & Ann Hampton Callaway
& Amazing Guest Vocalists
November 16, 2014
DIRECTED BY SARA LOUISE LAZARUS
Best known as the highly sought-after pianist/arranger for vocalists such as Liz & Ann Hampton Callaway, Faith Prince, Jeff Harnar & many others, Alex is also a prolific composer, mentored by Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim & Stephen Schwartz. For one special night of music, Rybeck showcases his very own compositions, featuring some pretty amazing vocalists, including the aforementioned Callaway Sisters, Faith Prince, Kevin Dozier, Joshua Dixon, Tiffany Gray, Jerry Lansing, Marcus Simeone and more! Alex’s recorded songs include What a Funny Boy He Is (Nancy LaMott) & Bless Your Heart (Faith Prince), and he’s written with collaborators as diverse as the great Michael Stewart, Carol Hall & Ira Gasman, among others. With Dick Sarpola (bass), Dan Gross (drums), & Alex himself at the piano.
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SUNDAY, NOV. 9 at ARLENE'S GROCERY
8:00 - 11:00
The New York City Tribute To Jeff Buckley
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A.R.T. Productions
Presents
A NIGHT AT THE COPA
Marcus Simeone
The Billy Mare Trio
Joe Russo, John Gatti, Patty Rufner
Saturday, November 8 at 8:00
Songs of Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin,
Johnny Mathis, Ella Fitzgerald & more
All Saints Episcopal Church
2329 Victory Blvd. Staten Island, NY
Tickets: $25 Call: (718) 317 6123 or www.allsaintsstatenisland.org
Post show: Open wine bar/soft drinks & Dancing
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Upcoming NYC cabaret appearances
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This Is Your Life: Celebrating Kitty Skrobele & Miranda Music
Metropolitan Room
34 West 22nd Street
A very special evening with John Bucchino, Karen Oberlin, Marissa Mulder,Julie Reyburn,
Sean Harkness, Lauran Fox, Tanya Holt, Michael Ferreri, Jason Miller, Ian Herman, Tracy Stark
& Marcus Simeone
Reservations: (212) 206 0440
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The Truth About ...
All Saturdays at 7:00 - except Dec. 20 @ 4:30
* September 20 (Special Guests:Tim DiPasqua & Carolyn Montgomery
* October 5: Special Guest: Kris Kristofferson & Carolyn Montgomery
* October 18: Special Guest: Maria Ottavia
* November 22: Special guest: Sue Matsuki
* December 20: Special Guest: Greg Kay Jones + surprise guest!
(This evening will benefit the Gregory Kennell Fund)
Don't Tell Mama
343 West 46th Street (Restaurant Row) Between 8th & 9th Avenues
(Parking lot nearby)
Music charge $18 + 2 Drink minimum
Discount for MAC & Cabaret Hotline Members
Reservations: (212) 757 0744 / www.donttellmamanyc.com
September 27: Private Event
Special Gala show To Benefit
All Saints Episcopal Church
2329 Victory Blvd, Staten Island, NY.
September 27 at 8:00
The Truth About ...
With Jessica Glassman, Michael Sansonia & Marco Brehm
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2014 MAC Award Winner:Outstanding Duet Show
2014 AfterDark-NYC Winner: Outstanding Show of the Year
Marcus Simeone & Tanya Holt
Quiet Storm
... the duo revels in the contrast between Simeone’s multi-octave range and vocal athleticism and Holt’s subtle, smoky, playful yet edgy approach. Simeone’s new CD, The Truth About…, has drawn comparisons with such celebrated interpretive, pop-oriented singers as Al Jarreau and Johnny Mathis .
Owen McNally, WNPR Radio
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Saturday May 3rd (Sold Out)
Japanalia Eiko
11 Whitney St.
Hartford CT.
860-232-4677
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Upcoming in NYC area:
Iridium Jazz Club
(Broadway at 51st Street)
Dates To Be Announced
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CUTTING ROOM DEBUT
* * * Marcus Simeone: Everything Must Change 2
... Transfixed ... His voice at its high end, suggests a
more thickly textured echo of Michael Jackson.”
(Stephen Holden, New York Times, November 2013)
Friday, July 18 at 10:00
(doors open 9:30)
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