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San Francisco's Premier Nightclub
222 Mason Street (at Ellis)
San Francisco, California 94102
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JANUARY 2012 The RRazz Room LEGENDARY BAY AREA GIANTS OF JAZZ Concert Series
FRANK JACKSON & FRIENDS with Special Guest Kim Nalley
Tribute to Nat King Cole Thu-Sat, 1/5-7, 8pm Sun, 1/8, 7pm $30
Legendary Bay Area Giant of Jazz, Frank J. Jackson has long been recognized as a brilliant jazz pianist and vocalist, standup vocalist, bandleader, producer, recording artist and composer. For more than 60 years, Frank has been serving up his impeccable, elegant piano style, smooth warm vocals and unique phrasing. He has performed with and for the greats: Lionel Hampton, Duke Ellington, Ben Webster, Charlie Bird Parker, John Coltrane, Lester Young, Chet Baker, just to name a few. More... Jazz Singer/Pianist, Bay Area Legend, Tribute Show
JASON DOTTLEY
XXX: My First 30 Years (Get Your Mind Outta the Gutter)
Sat, 1/7, 10pm $20 Known on stage and television as "Ty" in "Sordid Lives", as well as for his Top 20 Billboard dance hits, Jason Dottley returns to the stage with his debut one-man show. From stories about how the tragically sudden death of his father at 18 influenced his music at 28, to meeting Madonna, stalking Britney Spears while at Christmas at Olivia Newton-John's home, and even getting the hives from a diva'd-up Rue McClanahan, XXX exposes both the humor and the sadness of Jason Dottley's first 30 years. More... Pop, Musical Theatre Singer, LGBT
Soul Music Series co-produced with Shelly Tatum Presents
JORDANA JILTONILRO
Rising Star Of Jazz And Gospel
Wed, 1/11, 8pm
$20
Described as having the voice of an angel, this rising star has a 5-octave vocal range. Jord�na grew up singing in church with dreams of becoming an opera singer and eventually found her calling in jazz and gospel. She has studied with legendary voice teachers Faye Carol, Jackie Hairston and Raz Kennedy. In addition to performing live she also provides studio vocals for various artists and producers, and has performed with many artists including Rosie Gaines, Lenny Williams and Ricardo Scales.
Jazz and Gospel Singer
The ANGELA BOFILL Experience
Narrated by ANGELA BOFILL Performed by:
MAYSA
DAVE VALENTINE
The Original Angela Bofill Band
with Special Guest MARION MEADOWS
Celebrate Martin Luther King Weekend with a Special Encore Engagement
Thu-Fri, 1/12-13, 8pm
Sat, 1/14, 7 & 9:30pm
Sun, 1/15, 7pm
$45 (Limited VIP $55) Angela Bofill returns to the stage for a narrative and musical presentation of the songs most relevant to her career. The legendary artist delivers narratives relative to her tunes, along with an abundance of humorous anecdotes. Award-winning vocalist Maysa graces the stage with her vocal portrayal of Angela. Adding to the excitement of the evening of Jazz, R&B and Soul is saxophonist Marion Meadows & Grammy Award winning flutist, Dave Valentin for a tribute that is nothing short of astounding. More... Jazz, R&B, Soul JACK JONES Legendary 2-Time Grammy Winning Vocalist Makes His RRazz Room Debut! Tue. 1/17, 9pm Wed-Sat, 1/18-21, 8pm
Sun, 1/22, 5pm
$40-45
Jack Jones is one of the greatest singers of all time. A true Singers' Singer and luminary. A double Grammy winner, Jack performs around the globe to sold-out audiences in venues ranging from Jazz clubs to the London Palladium. Jack Jones is the very definition of a complete and total entertainer. The New York Times raves, "he is arguably the most technically accomplished male pop singer...." There is only one Jack Jones, and he makes his RRazz Room debut with six not-to-be missed performances. More... Traditional Pop, Jazz, Big Band, Musical Theatre, Singer/Actor
NIGHT BEAT AT THE RRAZZ ROOM WITH JONATHAN PORETZ & FRIENDS Sun, 1/22, 7pm
$29.50
What happened late night in Las Vegas now returns to San Francisco's elegant Rrazz Room. Jonathan Poretz, who has starred as Frank Sinatra in the long-running show, "The Rat Pack is Back," is bringing back the carefree spirit and fun filled nightlife that epitomized the casino lounges of the swinging 60s. Backed by his jazz and swing-infused trio, Jonathan creates an intimate, after-hours atmosphere for those late-nighters seeking a little nightcap to their evening's entertainment. More... Crooner, Jazz, Traditional Pop, Swing CHERYL BENTYNE (Of The Manhattan Transfer) & Her Trio
Love, Lost & Found Tue, 1/24, 8pm $35
In June of 1979, after having already paid plenty of dues, Cheryl was coming out of The Baked Potato, a small jazz club in LA, when her manager asked her if she would like to audition for a spot in The Manhattan Transfer. This was the chance she had been waiting for in her career. She remembers being ecstatic and says that her scream of excitement could be heard for blocks. She was even more excited when she later nailed the audition, and became a member of The Manhattan Transfer. More...
Jazz, Pop
JEFFERSON STARSHIP ACOUSTIC EXPLORER
Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees To Debut At The RRazz Room Wed-Fri, 1/25-27, 8pm Sat-Sun, 1/28-29, 7pm
$40-45
PAUL KANTNER, along with MARTY BALIN founded JEFFERSON AIRPLANE in 1965. THE AIRPLANE were the biggest rock group in America during the 1960s and the first San Francisco band to sign a major record deal, paving the way for other legends like GRATEFUL DEAD & JANIS JOPLIN. They headlined the original WOODSTOCK FESTIVAL in 1969 and like THE BEATLES with whom they are critically compared, lasted a mere 7 years ... though their influence and impact on rock music continues well into the 21st century. More... Legendary Rock, Progressive Rock Band
Hear My Song: An Evening With G. SCOTT LACY Mon, 1/30, 8pm $20 G. Scott Lacy is one the country's most sought-after talents. He has musical directed over 120 productions working with such theatre companies as the Tony Award Winning La Jolla Playhouse, the award winning Lamb's Players Theatre, the Musical Theatre Guild of Los Angeles, Diversionary Theatre, New Conservatory Theatre, Diablo Theatre Company, 42nd Street Moon, San Diego Repertory Theatre, San Diego Opera, North Coast Repertory Theatre, the Emmy Award Winning Malashock Dance Company and others. More...
Broadway, Traditional Pop, Cabaret, Musical Director/Vocal Coach/Recording Artist, LGBT
FEBRUARY 2012 MELBA MOORE Forever Moore
Wed-Thu, 2/1-2, 8pm Fri-Sat, 2/3-4, 9pm
Sun, 2/5, 7:30pm
$40-45 Melba Moore's enduring beauty and strong, four-octave voice have assured her a rewarding career in theater, TV and film. Finding fame in the offbeat hippie musical Hair in the late 1960s, the singer has not been out of work since. As a chanteuse, Moore has been at home in a variety of genres, including R&B, gospel, rock and roll, and pop. Newsday contributor Bill Kaufman described the versatile entertainer as "a superb stylist who bounces on stage looking like a lithe African princess. More...
R&B, Gospel, Pop Singer & Actress
The RRazz Room LEGENDARY BAY AREA GIANTS OF JAZZ Concert Series
MARY STALLINGS & THE ERIC REED TRIO Fri-Sat, 2/3-4 , 7pm Sun, 2/5, 5pm $30
Greatly influenced by Carmen McRae, San Francisco native Mary Stallings is a passionate, robust singer who isn't nearly as well known as she should be. The niece of saxman Orlando Stallings, she started singing as a child and sang jazz in Bay Area clubs during her teenage years, when she performed with Louis Jordan & His Tympani 5 and shared the stage with such greats as Wes Montgomery and Ben Webster. More... Jazz Singer, Bay Area Legend
Eric Reed, piano Hamilton Price, bass Kevin Kanner, drums CON FUNK SHUN feat. MlCHAEL COOPER Tue-Thu, 2/7-9, 8pm
Fri-Sat, 2/10-11, 7 & 10pm
$35-40 Con Funk Shun is a star-quality attraction delivering a superb, high-energy show with electrifying choreography, glistening six-part vocal harmonies, and a dash of humor. They are, unquestionably, among the heroes of Funk with romantic ballads and dance-party hits galore. Memorable melodies, inventive horn arrangements and clav-guitar woven grooves, make the group absolutely essential to the evolution of funk. They charted 4 consecutive Gold and 1 Platinum album. SOUND OF GROWN MEN coming soon. More... Funk, R&B, Soul FREDDY COLE QUARTET Sun, 2/12, 7pm $35 Mon, 2/13, 8pm $35
Tue, 2/14, 8pm $40 Special Valentine's Day Performance
Cole doesn't apologize for sounding like his brother, Nat "King" Cole. He plays piano and sings and performs live with guitar and upright bass, just like Nat. Yet his voice is raspier, smokier, jazzier even. But he has emerged from the awesome shadow cast by his elder brother. In truth, his phrasing is far closer to that of Frank Sinatra or Billie Holiday, and his timing swings a little more. His vocals - suave, elegant, formidable, and articulate - are among the most respected in jazz. More... Jazz Singer/Pianist
DELLA REESE
Thu-Fri, 2/16-17, 8pm
Sat, 2/18, 7:30pm
$65
Legendary singer and actress. Born Deloreese Patricia Early in Detroit, Michigan. Reese began on the path that would lead her to show business by singing in her family's church at the age of six. Her talents landed her touring with gospel great Mahalia Jackson while still only a teenager. By 18, Reese had formed The Meditation Singers, the group that became the first to take gospel music to the nightclubs of Las Vegas. Reese began making records with the Erskine Hawkins Orchestra in the 1950s. More...
Legendary Actress; Gospel, Jazz, R&B, Traditional Pop Singer
CECE PENISTON & HER LIVE BAND
Sat, 2/18, 9:30pm
Sun, 2/19, 7pm
$35 ($45 Limited VIP seats; only 60 seats)
When her first single ever was released in 1991 on A&M Records, she was immediately thrust into the music industry worldwide and CeCe has continued with success ever since. CeCe Peniston's first single "Finally", achieved Billboard 1 chart status and has sold multi-platinum world-wide, in addition to being featured on more than thirty compilation albums. CeCe thrust passed the one-hit wonder mark with achieving an additional 13 Billboard Top Ten chart status singles. New single "Stoopid." More...
House, Pop, Soul, R&B
VONDA SHEPARD
An Intimate Evening With
Fri-Sat, 2/24-25, 8pm
$45Vonda Shepard's successful stint as the soulful musical voice of Ally McBeal is only one of the many polished gems adorning her prolific singing career. From late '80s hits to her latest acclaimed CD From the Sun, Vonda has a well-deserved reputation for crafting and performing authentic R&B and modern-day soul. Her richly textured voice has been called part Anita Baker and part Aretha Franklin, while her songs' musical depth and complexity are reminiscent of Joni Mitchell and Sarah McLachlan. More...
Pop Rock Singer/Songwriter, Pianist
MARCH 2012 KARYN WHITE Greatest Hits & Brand-New CD Release
Thu-Fri, 3/1-2, 8pm
Sat, 3/3, 7 & 9:30pm
$45.50 ($55.50 Ltd VIP)
Karyn White originally from Los Angeles, California, is a POP/R&B singer who became popular during the late 1980s. White's self-titled debut album KARYN WHITE was released in 1988. It was produced by L.A. Reid & Babyface and achieved platinum status. KARYN WHITE contained the hit singles "The Way You Love Me," "Secret Rendezvous" (#6 in the U.S.; her biggest hit at the time), "Superwoman" (the song which sold 2 million copies and her classic hit) and "Love Saw It," a duet with Babyface.
Pop/R&B Singer/Songwriter
JANIS PAIGE
Stage, Screen & Television Legend Returns To The RRazz Room By Popular Demand! Sun, 3/4 , 5pm Mon, 3/5, 8pm $35 ($45 Limited VIP)
A captivating chanteuse and storyteller, Ms. Paige will share favorite songs and recount tales from her lifetime in the limelight from growing up during the Great Depression to achieving her dream of Hollywood stardom to the personal and professional triumphs, losses and laughs of a long and highly successful career in the entertainment industry. The insightful and down-to-earth Ms. Paige will take her audience along for a revealing, poignant, witty and unforgettable journey. More... Film, Television, Broadway Actress, Singer, Hollywood Legend LUCIE ARNAZ Lulu's Back In Town!
with Musical Director, Ron Abel on piano
Tue-Sat, 3/6-10, 8pm Sun, 3/11, 7pm
$45
Believe it or not, Lucie Arnaz is celebrating 40 plus years in show business. She began her long career in a recurring role on television on The Lucy Show, opposite her mother, Lucille Ball. At age 15, she became a series regular on Here's Lucy, a show which ran for six seasons. She starred in her own series, The Lucie Arnaz Show and later in the critically acclaimed Sons & Daughters on CBS. On piano, Musical Director Ron Abel joins Lucie for a night of songs, memories, and love Lulu style. More... Broadway, Musical Theatre, Actress, Singer, Dancer and Producer, Cabaret
OLETA ADAMS
"Get Here" For an Evening of Musical Brilliance
Thu-Fri, 3/15-16, 8pm Sat, 3/17, 7 & 9:30pm $49.50
Since the runaway success of her 1990 debut Platinum album Circle of One, and the hit single "Get Here" (a Brenda Russell composition), Oleta Adams has inspired a growing legion of fans in the U.S. and Europe with journeys of the heart via songs that draw deeply from her roots in gospel, while crossing effortlessly into the realms of other music genres. Oleta's success has been solidified by four Grammy nominations. Oleta was recruited by the British band Tears for Fears in 1989. More...
Gospel, Soul, Jazz, British Pop Singer/Songwriter/Pianist
NIGHT BEAT AT THE RRAZZ ROOM WITH JONATHAN PORETZ & FRIENDS Sun, 3/18, 7pm
$29.50
What happened late night in Las Vegas now returns to San Francisco's elegant Rrazz Room. Jonathan Poretz, who has starred as Frank Sinatra in the long-running show, "The Rat Pack is Back," is bringing back the carefree spirit and fun filled nightlife that epitomized the casino lounges of the swinging 60s. Backed by his jazz and swing-infused trio, Jonathan creates an intimate, after-hours atmosphere for those late-nighters seeking a little nightcap to their evening's entertainment. More... Crooner, Jazz, Traditional Pop, Swing TYNE DALY and JOHN MCDANIEL Tue-Sat, 3/20-24, 8pm
Sun, 3/25, 7pm
$45-50
Tyne Daly is known from her TV and theater performances, for which she has won six Emmys and a Tony award, in addition to other accolades. In her critically acclaimed cabaret concert, Ms. Daly explores the storytelling potential of popular songs from early 1900's through today, presenting happy songs and snappy patter in the great vaudeville tradition. More... Conductor, pianist, composer, arranger, Grammy and Emmy Award-winning producer, John McDaniel created this show with Tyne for her cabaret debut in New York City. He has had the pleasure of conducting on Broadway, at Lincoln Center, Radio City Music Hall as well as on television. John counts his performances with Tyne among his favorites. More...
Broadway, Musical Theatre, Actress/Singer, Conductor/Pianist/Composer/Producer, Cabaret
RUSSELL THOMPKINS JR. & THE NEW STYLISTICS with Kenneth R. Thompkins, Musical Director
Wed-Fri, 3/28-30, 8pm Sat, 3/31, 7 & 9:30pm Sun, 4/1, 7pm $42.50-47.50
Russell's distinctive falsetto was the driving force and the backbone of the original Stylistics who garnered: 7 gold albums, 5 gold singles, 2 double gold singles, 8 platinum albums, 1 double platinum album, 4 platinum singles, a Grammy nomination in 1974 for "You make Me Feel Brand New," a plaque on the Walk of Fame in center city Philadelphia in 1974, as well as various awards and trophies from around the world. In May of 2004, they were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. More... Legendary Classic Soul, R&B Vocal Group
APRIL 2012 STEVEN BRINBERG is "SIMPLY BARBRA" The What Matters Most Tour!
Tue-Wed, 4/3-4 , 8pm $35
Steven Brinberg performs his show, "Simply Barbra", to international acclaim both on stage and on television, as he pays homage to all that is Streisand. Steven does not lip sync his performances but portrays Streisand with his own voice. Steven Brinberg has appeared as a special guest with Marvin Hamlisch and the Symphony Orchestras of over a dozen cities across the country and was even hired by Miss Streisand's management to perform at her best friend Donna Karan's birthday party. More... Musical Theatre, Broadway, Cabaret, Drag Performer, LGBT, Tribute Show MELISSA MANCHESTER Grammy Award-Winning Singer/Songwriter/Actress Thu-Fri, 4/5-6, 8pm Sat, 4/7, 7 & 9:30 pm $45
Manchester's music has established her as a compelling singer/songwriter. She co-wrote "Whenever I Call You Friend" with Kenny Loggins, which became a radio classic. In addition, her songs have been recorded by Barbra Streisand, Dusty Springfield, Alison Krauss, and many others. Manchester wrote the score for Disney's "Mouse Detective" and "Lady & The Tramp II," released her 16th CD and celebrated four decades of performing all at the same time. More... Broadway, Musical Theatre, Grammy Award-winning Singer/Songwriter, Jazz, Traditional Pop
ANN HAMPTON CALLAWAY
Tue-Sat, 4/10-14, 8pm Sun, 4/15, 7pm $35-45
Ann Hampton Callaway-- singer, composer, lyricist, pianist and actress -- is best known for Tony-nominated performance in the hit Broadway musical Swing! and for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series The Nanny. Callaway is a Platinum Award winning writer whose songs are featured on six of Barbra Streisand's recent CDs. The only composer to have collaborated with Cole Porter, she has also written songs with Carole King, Rolf Lovland and Barbara Carroll, to name a few. More... Jazz, Traditional Pop, Musical Theatre, Singer/Composer/Lyricist/Pianist/Actress VARLA JEAN MERMAN The Book Of Merman
Featuring Tom Judson on piano
Sponsored by Manhunt and Fleet Naturals
*Tue-Sat, 4/17-21, 8pm Sun, 4/22, 7pm Wed-Sat, 4/25-28, 8pm Sun, 4/29, 7pm $35-40 *Opening Night Special $25 Jeffery Roberson aka Varla Jean Merman just recently starred in Willard Beckham's new musical Lucky Guy opposite Emmy Winner Leslie Jordan in NY at the Little Schubert Theatre. He also just completed shooting the feature film Varla Jean and The Mushroomheads which he wrote, starred in and produced. Jeffery guest starred as Varla Jean on Ugly Betty last year in the final season of the show. He was also featured on Bravo's Project Runway Season 5 as the winning model for the show's drag challenge. More... Actor, Singer, Drag Performer, LGBT
MAY 2012 MAUREEN McGOVERN
"dangling conversations..."
Bay Area Premiere Of Maureen McGovern's Brand-New Show
with Jeff Harris, Musical Director Tue-Sat, 5/1-5 , 8pm Sun, 5/6, 5pm
$35-45
A new show (and late Fall 2011 CD release) "dangling conversations..." continues Maureen's celebration of the 2nd half of the 20th Century Songbook with classic songs by iconic singer/songwriters: Paul Simon, J. D. Souther, Joni Mitchell, Leonard Cohen, Bruce Springstein, Don McLean, Pete Seeger, Randy Newman, Jonathan Brooke and composer Burt Bacharach --including HELP ME, THE DANGLING CONVERSATION, SUZANNE, FAITHLESS LOVE, IF I SHOULD FALL BEHIND, AN AMERICAN SONG, TURN, TURN, TURN. More... Grammy-nominated recording artist, Pop, Rock
ASHFORD & SIMPSON
I'll Be There For You
Legendary Singing & Songwriting Duo Tue-Fri, 5/-8-11, 8pm Sat, 5/12, 7 & 9:30pm Sun, 5/13, 7pm $47.50-55
They wrote songs for countless R&B legends, from Ray Charles to Diana Ross. They put the fire in Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell's classic duets, "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and "You're All I Need to Get By." The songwriting team of Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson is a partnership of love that has produced some of the greatest romantic works of the '60s, '70s and beyond. This special intimate RRazz Room engagement will make your heart skip a beat. More...
Classic Soul, R&B, Pop DICK GREGORY & MARK CURRY
For The People Wed-Thu, 5/16-17, 8pm Fri-Sat, 5/18-19, 9pm Sun, 5/20, 7pm
$30-35 Together For The First Time Historic Comedy Double Bill A RRazz Room Exclusive Special Event: DICK GREGORY: Activist, Philosopher, Anti-Drug Crusader, Comedian, Author, Actor, Recording Artist, Nutritionist. More... MARK CURRY: Comedian, actor, host and currently emcee of "The Foxxhole Comedy & More Presented by Jamie Foxx - XL," a late night variety show, featuring live comedians, singers and entertainers from the Conga Room in downtown Los Angeles, streamed on SiriusXM Satellite Radio. More...
Historic Comedy CLAIRDEE AND HER QUARTET Fri-Sat, 5/18-19, 7pm Sun, 5/20, 4pm $30-35
A rarity in this digital age, Clairdee is truly a spontaneous entertainer bringing sass and sophistication to the stage. At the crossroads of jazz, pop, blues and soul, she seamlessly blends the Great American Songbook and contemporary classic songs with buoyant rhythms, telling riveting stories in her distinctive style to create a fresh spark that suggests the music was written for today. More... Jazz, Pop, Blues, Soul Singer ELAINE STRITCH Singin; Sondheim...One Song At A Time
Wed-Sat, 5/23-26, 8pm Sun, 5/27, 7pm Wed-Sat, 5/30-6/2, 8pm Sun, 6/3, 7pm Wed-Sat, 6/6-9, 8pm Sun, 6/10, 7pm $45-55
Elaine Stritch has appeared in numerous stage plays, musicals, feature films, and TV programs. She is known for her performance of "The Ladies Who Lunch" in Stephen Sondheim's 1970 musical Company, her 2001 one-woman show Elaine Stritch at Liberty, and for her role as Jack Donaghy's mother Colleen on NBC's 30 Rock. She has been nominated for the Tony Award four times in various categories, and won for Elaine Stritch at Liberty. She received an Emmy Award in 2007 for her appearance on 30 Rock. More...
Actress, Cabaret Singer
JUNE 2012
Special Theatrical Event!
Steppin' Out Live With: BEN VEREEN
Tue-Sat, 6/12-16 , 8pm Sun, 6/17, 7pm Tue-Sat, 6/19-23, 8pm Sun, 6/24, 7pm
$45-50 For over 40 years, Ben Vereen has showcased his versatility and creativity as a performer on the stage as well as in TV and films. On Broadway, Vereen has appeared in productions such as Wicked, Hair, Jesus Christ Superstar and Pippin, which garnered him a Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for "Best Actor in a Musical." Ever versatile as an actor, Vereen has also created memorable roles such as the unforgettable "Chicken George" in Roots and Louis Armstrong in Louis Armstrong - Chicago Style. Ben's television guest appearances have included How I Met Your Mother, Grey's Anatomy (for which he won the Prism Award), House of Payne, Law and Order: Criminal Intent and Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, to name just a few. More...
Broadway, Musical Theatre, Actor, Dancer, Singer
SHARON MCNIGHT
A Night With McNight
Sun, 6/17, 4pm
Mon, 6/18, 8pm
$30
Sharon McNight made her Broadway debut in 1989 in "Starmites", creating the role of Diva. She received a Tony award nomination as "Best Leading Actress in a Musical" for her performance, and is the recipient of the coveted Theatre Worlds Award for "Outstanding Broadway Debut." McNight received her Master of Arts n directing from San Francisco State, taught a City College of SF, has been a master teacher at the Eugene O'Neill Center and is currently on faculty of the Cabaret Conference at Yale. More...
Cabaret, Musical Theatre, Broadway Singer, LGBT KIM NALLEY Annual RRazz Room Residency Watch For Details On This Very Special Four-Week Engagement
Musical Director, Tammy Hall
Tue, 6/26, 8pm Wednesdays: 6/27, 7/4, 7/11, 7/18, 8pm Thursdays: 6/28, 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 8pm Fridays: 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 8pm Saturdays: 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 8pm Sundays: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7pm $30-40
Awarded "Most Influential African American in the Bay Area," vocalist Kim Nalley, is already being called "legendary" and "San Francisco institution." With an international reputation as one of world's best jazz & blues vocalists, she is known for her ability to turn a chattering cocktail-sipping crowd into a rapt audience of lifelong fans in minutes. No trip to San Francisco is complete without seeing Kim Nalley perform. More...
Jazz, Blues Singer, LGBT
JULY 2012 ANDREA MARCOVICCI
Smile
Tue-Sat, 7/24-28, 7:30pm
Sun, 7/29, 5pm
Tue-Sat, 7/31-8/4, 7:30pm
Sun, 8/5, 5pm
$35-45
There are certain songs that will always lift your spirits. For over 25 years, the Queen of Cabaret has watched her audiences thrill to the strains of their most beloved songs. "The ones where they burst into smiles, and the ones where they reach across the table to hold hands. I want to make the show about bringing people together," says Marcovicci. "You Make Me Feel So Young," "Life is Just Bowl of Cherries," "It's Only a Paper Moon," "Happy Together," and of course, the title tune, "Smile."
Cabaret Singer, Actress
AUGUST 2012
Electile Dysfunction: THE KINSEY SICKS For President
A World Premiere Commission from the creators of "Oy Vey in a Manger" Tue-Sat, 8/7-11, 8pm
Sun, 8/12, 7pm
Tue-Sat, 8/14-18, 8pm
Sun, 8/19, 7pm
$35-40 Join the Kinsey Sicks at the official launch of their groundbreaking campaign to become the first Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet to win the Republican nomination for President! With an ear attuned to current events, watch the gals try to take America (a)back to a place it never was by out- pandering, out-conspiracy theorizing, and out-outlandishing even the most cynical of the current crop of Presidential candidates, all in glorious, tongue-in-cheek four-part harmony. More...
Dragapella Beautyshop Quartet, Musical Theatre, Comedy, LGBT
MARILYN MAYE: Her Own Kind Of Broadway
Tue-Thu, 8/21-23 , 8pm Fri-Sat, 8/24-25, 7:30pm Sun, 8/26, 7pm Tue-Thu, 8/28-30, 8pm Fri-Sat, 8/31-9/1, 7:30pm Sun, 9/2, 5pm $35-40
In the years since Marilyn Maye first appeared in the spotlight as a tiny pre-teen vocalist in a series of amateur contests in Topeka, Kansas, she has received an endless stream of kudos. The late Johnny Carson called her "Super Singer." Ella Fitzgerald dubbed her "The greatest white female singer in the world." And the prestigious Smithsonian Institution chose her recording of "Too Late Now" for inclusion in its Best Performers of the Best Compositions of the 20th Century permanent collection. More... Cabaret, Musical Theatre Jazz Legendary Singer SEPTEMBER 2012 LYPSINKA in The Passion Of The Crawford
by John Epperson
Directed by Kevin Malony
Tue-Thu, 9/4-6, 8pm Fri-Sat, 9/7-8, 9:30pm Sun, 9/9, 7pm Tue-Thu, 9/11-13, 8pm
Fri-Sat, 9/14-15, 9:30pm
Sun, 9/16, 7pm
$35 John Epperson, appearing as his alter ego Lypsinka, has always delved into powerful womanhood for his groundbreaking shows. Incorporating a sizable dollop of Joan Crawford's large persona, this show is devoted entirely to the Oscar-winning actress. Using recordings of Joan Crawford, Lypsinka (the female brainchild of John Epperson) and another actor play out interviews and speeches given by Crawford. Fun, humorous performance about the refraction of celebrity and addiction to fame. More...
Broadway, Musical Theatre, Drag Performer, LGBT AMANDA MCBROOM Fri-Sat, 9/7-8, 7:30pm Sun, 9/9, 4pm $37.50
manda has been called "...the greatest cabaret performer of her generation, an urban poet who writes like an angel and has a voice to match." Her name first came to the attention of the music public when Bette Midler's version of Amanda's song THE ROSE hit number one all over the world in 1979. But it was Amanda's performance of her own song on the Golden Globes (she won), Grammys (she didn't) and The Tonight Show that launched her career as a singer as well as songwriter. More...
Singer/Songwriter, Musical Theatre, Cabaret
HAROLD MELVIN'S BLUE NOTES Wed-Fri, 9/19-21, 8pm
Sat, 9/22, 7 & 9:30pm
Sun, 9/23, 7pm
$30-37.50
Founded in Philadelphia in the early 1950s as "The Charlemages," the group changed its name to "Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes" in the 1960s. They recorded several hits on Gamble & Huff's Philadelphia International label between 1972 and 1976. Despite group founder and original lead singer Harold Melvin's top billing, lead singer Teddy Pendergrass was their most famous member. In 1975, the group was joined by vocalist Sharon Paige. Harold Melvin's Blue Notes will sing all the greatest hits. More... Philadelphia Soul, R&B, Doo-Wop Group
AUSTRALIA'S THUNDER FROM DOWN UNDER Wed-Thu, 9/26-27 , 8pm Fri-Sat, 9/28-29, 7 & 9:30pm Wed-Thu, 10/3-4, 8pm Fri-Sat, 10/5-6, 7 & 9:30pm $35 ($55 Limited VIP Up Close Seats)
Australia's Thunder From Down Under, the internationally acclaimed male revue, returns to San Francisco summer of 2011! The sexy Australian imports crackle with high energy as they show off their buffed bodies to adoring fans who can't seem to get enough of them. Join San Francisco's nightly bachelorette party. You'll laugh! You'll stare! You may even faint! These guys will give you something to write home about! Get ready to party with the hottest blokes in town. These shows will sell out! More... All-Male Revue, Girls Nights Out, Bachelorette Parties
OCTOBER 2012
MARTHA REEVES Queen of Motown Tue-Sat, 10/9-13, 8pm
Sun, 10/14, 7pm
$40-45
It was 1962 that Motown's Artist and Repertoire Director William "Mickey" Stevenson first heard the voice that would become synonymous with "the sound of young America." He invited her to audition at the new Motown Records headquarters, "Hitsville, USA." Though the audition never happened, within a year, Martha had taken the reigns of the company's A&R department. She saw that musicians showed up on time and got paid. She watched, learned, and whenever opportunity presented itself, she sang. More... Classic Soul, R&B, Rock
NOVEMBER 2012
WESLA WHITFIELD & THE MIKE GREENSILL TRIO Sun, 11/11 & 11/18, 5pm
Mon, 11/12 & 11/19, 8pm Tue, 11/13 & 11/20, 8pm Wed, 11/14 & 11/21, 8pm
Thu, 11/15, 8pm Fri-Sat, 11/16-17, 7:30pm
$30-40 Wesla Whitfield inhabits that indeterminate zone where jazz and cabaret meet. Trained in classical music and opera, Whitfield has toiled for more than three decades to become one of the most gifted performers breathing life into that exquisite body of Broadway tunes, movie songs and Hit Parade numbers known collectively as the Great American Songbook. Well known in his role as musical director to his wife, acclaimed vocalist Wesla Whitfield, with whom he has recorded nineteen albums. More...
Jazz, Traditional Pop Singer & Jazz Trio PETE ESCOVEDO LATIN JAZZ ORCHESTRA feat. JUAN & PETER MICHAEL ESCOVEDO H O L I D A Y S H O W! Fri-Sat, 11/23-24 , 8pm Sun, 11/25, 7pm $40
In the late'60s, Pete and his brother Coke disbanded The Escovedo Brothers Latin Jazz Sextet to tour with Carlos Santana. In 1970, the brothers left the Latin Rock scene and founded Azteca, a cooperative 14-piece Latin big band. Today, Pete leads what is widely considered one of the finest ensembles in Latin Jazz, a mix of musicians from both Los Angeles and the Bay Area. The end result is a joyous concoction of Latin rhythms with elements of jazz, R&B and funk that is hard to resist. More...Latin Jazz Timbalero (Pete), Congas (Juan), Drums (Peter Michael) Latin Jazz Orchestra, R&B, Funk, Pop Soul Legend MARLENA SHAW A Natural Treasure Thu-Fri, 11/29-30, 8pm Sat, 12/1, 7 & 9:30pm Sun, 12/2, 7pm $35-40
While everyone agrees that Marlena Shaw is a national treasure, it's difficult to categorize her. Both Downbeat and Record World have named her "Best Female Singer," and many have compared her range, class and swing to eternal jazz lights like Sarah Vaughan, Dinah Washington, and Nancy Wilson. She's also been called a "soul legend." Whether she's singing jazz, R&B, pop, rock, soul, blues or gospel, her originality makes such distinctions irrelevant, and each song becomes intimate and new. More...Jazz, R&B, Pop, Rock, Soul, Blues, Gospel Singer
DECEMBER 2012 SHARON MCNIGHT Twisted Xmas; A Druid's View Of The Holidays Mon-Tue, 12/3-4, 8pm $30
This show is gonna "sleigh" you. It's an irreverent look at the traditions of the season. Over the past decades, during the holidays, while Debby Boone touted a "White Christmas" and Bruce Vilanch roasted his chestnuts over an open fire, Sharon McNight offered an alternative choice from the expected songs. She has stockpiled myriad and outrageous, wacky musical commentaries on the 12 days of everything from Santa, Jesus, Teddy Bears, Elves, Snow, and of course ... Bette Davis. More...
Cabaret, Musical Theatre, Broadway Singer, LGBT
LESLIE JORDAN
Deck Them Halls, Ya'll! Tue-Fri, 12/18-21, 8pm Sat, 12/22, 7 & 9:30pm
$40-45
EMMY AWARD WINNING STAR OF TV'S "WILL & GRACE"
BRAND NEW HOLIDAY SHOW - SAN FRANCISCO PREMIERE!
Somewhat of a departure from Jordan's usual autobiographical style, "Deck Them Halls, Ya'll" is an evening of characters lamenting or celebrating the Christmas season. Jordan goes full out on this one with costumes and music. In his words, "Honey, it's a dog and pony show!" "Deck Them Halls, Ya'll!" is both scream out loud funny and life affirming while rolling to a very, very surprising conclusion. More...Actor, Playwright, Comedian KIM NALLEY with TAMMY HALL & Special Guests Annual Gospel Christmas
Sun, 12/23, 3 & 7pm
$35
This yearly Christmas tradition features acclaimed vocalist Kim Nalley performing all your favorite holiday songs accompanied by the swelling soulful Hammond B-3 Organ played by the incomparable Tammy Hall with with Josh Workman (guitar), Michael Zisman (electric bass) and Kent Bryson (drums). Expect several special guest and a few sing-a-longs in at this rollicking joyous concert. More...Jazz, Blues, Soul, R&B, Folk, Gospel Singer, LGBT
The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub, offers the finest in world-class Classic Soul, R&B, Traditional Pop, Jazz, Comedy, Revue and Cabaret entertainment. This intimate and acoustically perfect venue has been the home for past performers such as: Ashford & Simpson, Oleta Adams, Larry Carlton, Bobby Caldwell, Spyro Gyra, Hiroshima, Diane Schuur, Ben Vereen, Martha Reeves, Miki Howard, The Zapp Band, Con Funk Shun, Pete Escovedo feat. Juan & Peter Michael Escovedo, Freda Payne, Cloris Leachman, Sally Kellerman, Kenny G, Lil' Kim, The Angela Bofill Experience, Australia's Thunder From Down Under, All-4-One, Taylor Hicks, Marlena Shaw, Mary Wilson, Janis Paige, Mark Curry, Stefanie Powers, Davy Jones, Russell Thompkins, Jr. & The New Stylistics, Dame Cleo Laine, Jacqui Dankworth, Keiko Matsui, Ruben Studdard, Eddie Money, David Campbell, Barb Jungr, Lenny Williams, Paula West, Kim Nalley, Wesla Whitfield, Amanda McBroom, CeCe Peniston, Jon Secada, Marilu Henner, Lynda Carter, Betty Buckley, Pia Zadora, Jerry Butler and Peter Asher. Host-escorted seating assigned on a first come, first serve basis. Doors open 90 minutes prior to show. The RRazz Room is a two-drink minimum, all-ages venue, and tickets are non-refundable. Limited Club R VIP Memberships available: 415.394.1189 or Kris@TheRRazzRoom.com
Additional helpful information: The RRazz Lounge and Bar is open daily at 2pm. Happy Hour is from 2PM - 6PM, seven days a week. Dress Code is upscale casual. Inappropriate attire is: ripped jeans, flip-flops, baseball caps and jerseys. No audio nor video recording without prior approval. Absolutely no flash photography. Please silence cell phones, refrain from use, and keep conversations to a whisper during performances. With a validation from The RRazz Room, parking at the Mason O'Farrell Garage is $12 (up to five hours). Enter the garage from Mason or O'Farrell Streets.
Media Contact: Lisa Bautista, Entertainment Publicist JFM Presents, LLC 510.967.1109 jfmpresents@gmail.com 
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