TICKETS: 407.297.8788 or orlandocabaret.com | 54 West Church Street | Downtown Orlando
th 13 Annual Orlando Laura Benanti Cabaret Festival Featuring the best in Broadway, Pop & Jazz
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“Cabaret Heaven” April 24-May 10
The Broadway Boys Will & Anthony Nunziata
The Edge Effect
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MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Calendar of Events
APRIL 27
APRIL 28
APRIL 29
APRIL 30
It Was A Very Good Year: 1968 Noon
Priscilla Bagley Noon
Tim Evanicki Noon
It Was A Very Good Year: 1978 Noon — It Was A Very Good Year: 1968 7:00 p.m.
MAY 4
MAY 5
MAY 6
MAY 7
It Was A Very Good Year: 1978 Noon
Tim Evanicki Noon
Blake & Cara Lynn Braswell Noon
It Was A Very Good Year:1968 Noon — It Was A Very Good Year:1978 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
APRIL 24
APRIL 25
APRIL 26
It Was A Very Good Year: 1968 7:00 p.m. — The Broadway Boys 8:30 p.m.
Blake & Cara Lynn Braswell 7:00 p.m. — The Broadway Boys 8:30 p.m.
MAY 1
MAY 2
MAY 3
It Was A Very Good Year: 1978 7:00 p.m. — Will & Anthony Nunziata 8:30 p.m.
It Was A Very Good Year: 1968 2:00 p.m.
MAY 9
MAY 10
Blake & Cara Lynn Braswell Noon — Priscilla Bagley 7:00 p.m. — Will & Anthony Nunziata 8:30 p.m.
MAY 8 Priscilla Bagley Noon — Tim Evanicki 7:00 p.m. — The Edge Effect 8:30 p.m.
Mother’s Day Cabaret Brunch It Was A Very Good Year: 1968 7:00 p.m. — The Edge Effect 8:30 p.m.
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It Was A Very Good Year: 1978 2:00 p.m. — The Broadway Boys 3:30 p.m. — Black & White Bash 6:30 p.m.
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12:30 p.m. & Michelle Mailhot & Friends Mad Cow Theatre 2:00 p.m.
What is Cabaret? Cabaret is a celebration of song and personality. It can be personal and delicate or bombastic and hysterical, a painstaking journey or the party at the end of the trip. But always it is pure musical entertainment in an intimate setting. The Broadway Boys Will & Anthony Nunziata
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Join Us! Mad Cow Theatre’s Inaugural
Black & White Bash Sunday, April 26, 2015
KresChophouse
Headliners
Get up close and personal!
The Broadway Boys Unplugged
Will & Anthony Nunziata
Broadway Our Way
The Edge Effect
What a Wonderful World
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VIP seating is available for all performances.
Headliners
The Broadway Boys kick off The 13th Annual Orlando Cabaret Festival with six of the hottest male voices performing on the Great White Way. Their show The Broadway Boys: Unplugged blends elements of funk, pop, gospel, and more into an array of timeless show tunes. Members of The Broadway Boys have numerous Broadway credits including The Book of Mormon, Next to Normal, Mary Poppins, The Lion King, and many more. Friday Saturday Sunday
April 24 April 25 April 26
8:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m.
Will & Anthony Nunziata return to the Festival with their criticallyacclaimed show Broadway, Our Way — an evening of fresh takes on popular musical standards. Will & Anthony have headlined symphony concerts with The Cleveland Pops Orchestra, Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, and Firelands Symphony Orchestra. Will & Anthony have been featured on NPR, The Rachel Ray Show, NBC’s The Columbus Day Parade, and ABC’s Good Morning America. Friday Saturday
May 1 May 2
8:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
The Edge Effect bring hometown flair and a cappella style to their show What a Wonderful World. The Orlando vocal band has broken boundaries in pop music by adding strategic instrumentation to innovative a cappella arrangements. Winners of MTV’s Top Pop Group, Boyz II Men’s Next Great A Cappella Group, and finalists on America’s Got Talent, The Edge Effect also received a 2014 CARA Nomination for Best Pop/Rock Song. Friday Saturday
May 8 May 9
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8:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m.
Local Artist Spotlight
Central Florida is very rich in talent and we love bringing you the best there is to see! All Local Artist Spotlight shows are presented in Club Moo. You can select from table or drink rail seating.
Priscilla Bagley The Linda
Ronstadt “Hall of Fame” Cabaret
Celebrate the hits of Rock & Roll icon Linda Ronstadt - You’re No Good, Different Drum, and That’ll Be the Day, as well as Big Band classics and a touch of operetta. Tuesday Friday Friday
April 28 May 1 May 8
Noon 7:00 p.m. Noon
Blake & Cara Lynn Braswell Gravel & Grace
A theatrical power couple, Blake and Cara present a collection of folk songs from past to present as well as their original works examining the human story. Saturday Friday Wednesday
April 25 May 1 May 6
7:00 p.m. Noon Noon
Tim Evanicki
Southern Standard Time
Tim’s heartwarming ode to the master of the American Songbook Johnny Mercer, this cabaret features the music of Georgia’s favorite son along with his timeless lyrics — Skylark, Moon River, Strip Polka, and more. Wednesday Tuesday Friday
April 29 May 5 May 8
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Noon Noon 7:00 p.m.
It Was A Very Good Year
Out to Lunch Series.
Steven Flaa
Andrew Meidenbauer
Kelly Rowan Morris
Melissa Whitworth
Club Moo
Grab a chair as you sip a cool drink in Club Moo, the hottest bar in downtown Orlando, while you enjoy It Was A Very Good Year, a celebration of one year in the life of America, focusing on the news, the lifestyles, the gossip, and, most important of them all, the music.
Itprotests WasandA patriots, Very Good Year — 1968 Travel back to a year of of psychedelic rock and motown funk ... mixed with the tales and personalities of 1968. Friday Monday Thursday Sunday Thursday Saturday
April 24 April 27 April 30 May 3 May 7 May 9
7:00 p.m. Noon (Out to Lunch Series) 7:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Noon (Out to Lunch Series) 7:00 p.m.
It Was A Very Good Year — 1978
From fashion foibles to disco fever ... You’ll hear the best Hollywood hits, classic country, and unforgettable pop favorites! Sunday April 26 2:00 p.m. Thursday April 30 Noon (Out to Lunch Series) Saturday May 2 7:00 p.m. Monday May 4 Noon (Out to Lunch Series) Thursday May 7 7:00 p.m. Philip King - Music Director Ron Schneider - Director/Writer Advance reservations recommended 1 3 th A n n u a l O r l a n d o C a b a r e t F e s t i v a l 7
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The ZehngebotStonerock Theatre
YOU CAN’T TAKE IT WITH YOU
MY NAME IS ASHER LEV by Aaron Posner
Nov 6-Dec 6, 2015
by Moss Hart & George S. Kaufman
Oct 2-25, 2015
OUTSIDE MULLINGAR
THE SECRET GARDEN
by John Patrick Shanley
Feb 19-Mar 20, 2016
Book & Lyrics by Marsha Norman Music by Lucy Simon
THE BROTHERS SIZE
Nov 20-Dec 20, 2015
by Tarell Alvin McCraney
ART
Jun 10-Jul 10, 2016
by Yasmina Reza
BUYER & CELLAR
Jan 22-Feb 21, 2016
by Jonathan Tolins
LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT
Aug 12-Sep 11, 2016
by Eugene O’Neill
AVENUE Q Book by Jeff Whitty Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx
Jun 3-Jul 3, 2016
THE BIG MEAL by Dan LeFranc
PHOTO BY TONY FIRRIOLO
Aug 5-28, 2016
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Mother’s Day CABARET Brunch
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This will be a Mother’s Day to remember when you and your loved ones take part in our 3rd Annual Mother’s Day Cabaret Brunch. Feturing brunch at one of Orlando’s finest restaurants, Ceviche on Church Street, followed by an unforgettable performance by Michelle Mailhot & Friends.
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Michelle Mailhot & Friends You Taught My Heart to Sing
Featuring Barry Smith on drums, Chris Rottmayer on piano & Chuck Archard on bass.
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TICKETS: 407.297.8788 or orlandocabaret.com
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Restaurants & Parking Restaurants Downtown Orlando is filled with dining options from New York Style pizza to fine cuisine, and everything in between, with over two dozen restaurants just steps from the theatre. Amura (Japanese/Sushi) 54 W Church St. Hours vary open for Lunch and Dinner. Church Street Tavern (Casual, burgers and sandwiches) 120 W Church St. Sunday-Thursday 11:30 a.m.-Midnight Friday & Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2:00 a.m. Ceviche Tapas Bar and Restaurant (Spanish, family-style service) 125 West Church St. Opens at 5:00 p.m. daily Closed Mondays
Hamburger Mary’s (Casual, burgers & salads) 110 West Church St. Sunday-Wednesday 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Thursday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Kres Chophouse (Fine Dining) 17 W. Church St. Dinner: Monday-Saturday 5:00-12:00 p.m. Happy Hour: Monday-Friday, 4:00-7:00 p.m. The Rusty Spoon (Fine dining-locally sourced menu) 55 West Church St. Monday-Thursday, 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. Friday, 11:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Saturday, 5:00-11:00 p.m. Sunday, 5:00-10:00 p.m.
Parking Mad Cow Theatre is located on the second floor of 54 West Church Street in downtown Orlando. We are situated above the Jersey Mike’s Subs and Graffiti Junktion located on the South Side of Church Street between Garland and Orange Avenues. There are over 3,600 parking spaces available within one block of our new theatres. Listed are a few suggestions to help you out. Central Parking Garage — 53 West Central Boulevard, Mad Cow patrons get $2.00
off! Please bring your parking ticket to Box Office for discount sticker.
The SunTrust Center — 25 W South St., the closest parking garage to Mad Cow.
Covered walk-ways available.
55 West Garage — 55 West Pine St., This garage offers a covered walk-way and 2nd floor access to Mad Cow Theatre. Kres Chophouse — 17 W. Church St., Patrons who dine at Kres can valet their car for
just $8 on weekdays or $12 on weekends. Non-dining patrons pay $20.
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Orlando Cabaret FesTival INFORMATION Information Mad Cow Theatre Box Office Tickets may be purchased by phone at: 407.297.8788 or online: orlandocabaret.com Theatre Location Downtown Orlando 54 West Church Street, second floor Mailing Address P.O. Box 3109, Orlando, FL 32802 Special Seating Needs Please advise the box office when purchasing your tickets and give us at least 24 hours notice. You must be at least 8 years old to attend The 13th Annual Orlando Cabaret Festival. Ticket Exchange Single tickets may be exchanged, subject to availability through the box office, for a service charge of $2.50 per ticket and must be made 24 hours in advance. We regret there are no refunds.
Tickets Club Moo The Zehngebot-Stonerock Theatre Priscilla Bagley Tim Evanicki Blake & Cara Lynn Braswell It Was A Very Good Year Evenings & Weekends Table: $25.00 Drink Rail: $20.00 Weekday – Out to Lunch Series Table:$18.00 Drink Rail: $12.00
Late Arrivals For the safety of our audience and performers, patrons arriving late will be seated at a suitable break at the manager’s discretion. We regret refunds cannot be given for missed performances. Lodging Hotels within walking distance of Mad Cow include Aloft Orlando Downtown, Grand Bohemian Hotel, and Embassy Suites. Phones & Cameras There is no photography of any type allowed during a performance. All cell phones and other technology must be turned off during live performances. Lunchtime Performances Out to Lunch Series The 13th Annual Orlando Cabaret Festival performs weekdays, April 27-May 8 at noon. Performances last 45 minutes, bring your lunch or order one from the box office and have it waiting for you at the theatre.
The Harriett Theatre The Broadway Boys Will & Anthony Nunziata The Edge Effect Premium: $55.00 Regular: $45.00 Mother’s Day Cabaret Brunch Premium: $47.00 Regular: $40.00 Black & White Bash Tickets: $100.00 Due to the nature of live theatre, all artists, schedules and programming are subject to change. We regret any inconveniences.
TICKETS: 407.297.8788 or orlandocabaret.com For group sales, box lunches, and all other inquiries, please call the box office.
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P.O. Box 3109 Orlando, FL 32802
Orlando Cabaret Festival Mad Cow Theatre Company Nonprofit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 2880 Orlando, FL
TICKETS: 407.297.8788 or orlandocabaret.com | 54 West Church Street | Downtown Orlando
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“Always awesome” – The Orlando Sentinel
One final note, don’t forget to check out the lunch time shows during the week along with all the great local artists bringing down the house in Club Moo! So don’t wait any longer — open this brochure and begin planning your visit today!
A festival tradition, It Was A Very Good Year returns to salute the music and stories from 1968 and 1978. And the always popular Mother’s Day Cabaret Brunch is back! Join us on Church Street for another delicious meal at Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant followed by an afternoon of live jazz performed by Michelle Mailhot & Friends.
The Orlando Cabaret Festival is the oldest cabaret festival still running today and the second largest cabaret festival in the world. This year we welcome back two festival favorites: The Broadway Boys and Will & Anthony Nunziata. We also welcome festival newcomers The Edge Effect, a hometown vocal band taking the nation by storm. It is sure to be a festival you won’t want to miss!