Greetings Presenters, June is busting out all over! We are very ready for summer in both our NY and CA offices, how about you? It seems we have not stopped moving since last September... We know you understand more than anybody so we hope you grab a few days in the sun soon! KMP Artists is pleased to announce the updated roster for the 2012-2013 season. After careful consideration and listening to presenters like you, we added some fresh faces, veteran entertainers & speakers, as well as, three new touring productions. Continue to check out the website between now and the end of the month as we add even a few more names for the 2012-2013 season. After careful consideration and listening to presenters like you, we added some fresh faces, veteran entertainers & speakers, as well as, three new touring productions. Check out the new KMP Artists website , which is still under construction [please excuse our dust]. We also have something very special up our sleeves to offer presenters that will stimulate interest from new audiences - we will be ready to share by the time we see you this fall. Hint - it is not something that's typically presented on the stage. Looking for a Holiday Show? Now Booking for December 2011 & 2012: - Gregg Edelman: Back In Town for the Holidays - Sally Mayes: Christmas Stories - Spider Saloff: Cool Yule - Vaudeville Holidays with Hensley & Montiel E-mail us to discuss future opportunities to work together & join us on Facebook or Twitter for more updates. Best always, Kristopher McDowell, Andrew Delicata & the Part-Time staff at KMP NYC ------------------------------------------------ THE 2012/2013 ROSTER Productions THE MAN THAT GOT AWAY: Ira Without George (Company size: 8 to 11) STORMY WEATHER: The Lena Horne Project (Company size: 4 to 8) DEEP IN A DREAM: The Long Night of Chet Baker (Company size: 5 to 6) THEY CALL ME MR. FRY THE ROAR OF THE BUTTERFLY Broadway Sally Mayes Gregg Edelman David Burnham Danny Gurwin Karen Mason Independent Christopher Rice Philip Fortenberry Adam Shenk Hensley & Montiel Enrichment Rex Reed James Gavin Michael Childers John Edward Hasse, PhD Steve Ross Cabaret Carole Cook Spider Saloff Marilyn Maye Kristen Towers-Rowles Uptown Express |
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June 22, 2011
March 15, 2011
February 12, 2011
March 12 & 13 - Simply Barbra with Todd Schroeder in San Diego
URGENT MEDIA RELEASE
[San Diego, CA -- March 8, 2011] -- This weekend!
Steven Brinberg is Simply Barbra with Todd Schroeder at Celebration Cabaret
March 12 & 13
or for Show Info. call (619) 920.1315
MARCH IS CABARET MONTH!
Barbra returns to her roots to play intimate venues all over Southern California.
Recent performances in Palm Springs & Hollywood sold-out four shows between the two cities
March 12 & 13 get tickets for Simply Barbra as she joins forces with Todd Schroeder in San Diego!
5820 Oberlin Drive #108 San Diego, CA 92121
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Steven Brinberg writes and stars as Simply Barbra which is updated annually as he travels the globe with the show. This year he appears with Marvin Hamlisch and the Symphony Orchestras of Dallas, Milwaukee, Buffalo and Norfolk. Prior appearances with Mr. Hamlisch include one with Barbara Cook and the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center and another at Heinz Hall in Pittsburgh. He recently narrated the New York City Gay Men's Chorus concert at Avery Fisher Hall, written especially for him by Terrence McNally. That program was also seen in Seattle.
Mr. Brinberg has performed at Stephen Sondheim's birthday concert at the Library of Congress; at Carnegie Hall with Uptown Express; and on Broadway in the concert version of Funny Girl with Whoopi Goldberg.
Simply Barbra has twice toured Australia, New Zealand, and England, last year ending in a West End run at the Arts and Playhouse Theatres. The show has also played Singapore; Hong Kong; Sag Harbor (Bay Street Theatre); Philadelphia (Walnut Street Theatre), San Francisco (New Conservatory Theatre), Los Angeles (Cinegrill); Sun Valley (Bruce Willis' Liberty Theatre), Atlantic City (Taj Mahal), Windsor, Ontario (Windsor Casino); Provincetown (Town Hall); Miami Beach (Colony Theatre): Houston (Theater Lab Houston); Albany (Empire Center); Arlington (Signature Theater); St. Louis (Sheldon Concert Hall); Chicago (Davenport's); and 3 sold out turns at The Mohegan Sun Casino.
His film credits include Camp, Boys Life, and Next Year in Jerusalem. Mr. Brinberg's television appearances include The Rosie 0'Donnell Show, Sally Jessy Raphael, Jerry Springer, Bert Newton, Kerri Anne (Australia), Fox News Channel and MTV's Celebrity Death Match as the voice of David Spade. He appeared in two workshops of Ken Page’s musical, Nightlife, at Manhattan Theatre Club and Westbeth Theatre Centre, and in Ivanov at the Jewish Rep.
A two time Mac and Bistro award winner, Mr. Brinberg's CD Simply Barbra Live in London is available on Jay Records. Coming soon is a CD of duets featuring Kaye Ballard, Mimi Hines, Debbie Gravitte, Karen Mason, and many others
Click the image for tickets.
or HERE
December 11, 2010
December 08, 2010
November 09, 2010
November 03, 2010
Exciting Week Ahead! Events in CA, IL, NY & TX
Sunday, November 7th at 3:00 PM catch the legendary SPIDER SALOFF in her one-woman musical comedy at Wilmette Theatre in Illinois.
Tuesday, November 9th at 7:00 PM - First sneak preview performance of the new Broadway bound musical LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE hosted by The Chocolate Lab in California.
Tuesday, November 9th at at 8:00 PM & 10:00 PM Direct from Rex Reed's IRA WITHOUT GEORGE Kurt Reichenbach plays two sets at The Iridium in New York.
Friday, November 12th at 8:00 PM - THE MAN THAT GOT AWAY: Ira Without George with Rex Reed, Linda Purl, Tom Wopat, Sally Mayes, Kurt Reichenbach and special guest star Marilyn Maye perform at The Eisemann Center in Texas.
Saturday, November 13th at 8:00 PM - THE MAN THAT GOT AWAY: Ira Without George with Rex Reed, Linda Purl, Tom Wopat, Sally Mayes, Kurt Reichenbach and special guest star Marilyn Maye perform at The 1894 Grand Opera House also in Texas.
October 28, 2010
Fall News
Autumn Greetings,
KMP Artists is having a wonderful time seeing so many friends and colleagues at the conferences. We continue to serve arts presenters and music fans with a roster of solo artists, major concert events, theatrical productions and, now, public speakers.
KMP is pleased to announce the addition of UPTOWN EXPRESS, the dynamic all-male harmony vocal group. Click here to sample vocals from Uptown Express.
Some of you may have met Emily Bley this year in Indianapolis. Emily is now an Associate Manager with KMP Artists. Originally from the great state of Montana, Emily moved to New York City where she began to play a pivotal role at KMP Artists. She currently leads a permanent office in the city. In addition to industry experience as Producer and Production Manager for large concerts and trade shows, Emily also cherishes leading guided tours of the Upper Missouri River (by raft). Emily earned a BA in Fine Arts and Music Management from the University of Montana at Missoula. Emily will also travel to Chicago periodically and can be reached (in NYC or Chicago) directly at 773-327-1919 or by e-mail at emily@kmpartists.com.
KMP Artists is booking artists through 2013. Routing is already available for many concerts and artsits.
Call 702-629-5448 or e-mail us to discuss any opportunities.
Join Us on Facebook or Twitter for More Frequent Updates!
Sincerely,
Andrew & Kristopher
KMP Artist Management
For a complete roster, visit kmpartists.com or call
773.327.1919 (Chicago) // 702.629.5448 (LV) // 212.353.7796 (NYC)
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Other KMP News...
- John Edward Hasse was featured in Smithsonian Magazine, Sep '10
- Beckie Menzie was honored by the Chicago Cabaret Professionals at Park West on October 17.
- Karen Mason returns to Broadway originating the role of 'The Queen of Hearts' in WONDERLAND, The Musical. Coming April 2011.
- Rebecca Spencer continues performances in THE FULL MONTY at The Village Theater in Washington through November 2010.
- Sally Mayes workshops a new musical by Arlo Guthrie with performances in Arizona Dec 2010 & Jan 2011.
- Simply Barbra appears at The Westchester Sandbox Theatre in Mamamroneck, NY on Sat, Nov 13.
- Kurt Reichenbach, cast member of THE MAN THAT GOT AWAY, performs two sets at The Iridium in NYC Tue, Nov 9.
The KMP Roster:
THE MAN THAT GOT AWAY: Ira Without George
Company size: 9 to 12
STORMY WEATHER: The Lena Horne Project
Company size: 4 to 8
DEEP IN A DREAM: The Long Night of Chet Baker
Company size: 5 to 6
UPTOWN EXPRESS
Company size: 5 to 7
Concert Vocalists
Steve Ross; Gregg Edelman; Sally Mayes; Philip Fortenberry; Rebecca Spencer; Karen Mason; Marilyn Maye; Spider Saloff; Menzie & Michael; Paula West; Simply Barbra
Public Speakers
Rex Reed; Christopher Rice; John Edward Hasse PhD; James Gavin; Rick McKay
KMP Artists On Tour
STORMY WEATHER:
The Life & Music of Lena Horne
Now with Mary Wilson
James Gavin (Author) is narrator and guide for this
staged biography of the late Lena Horne. Stormy
Weather debuted Spring, 2010 in Boston, MA
"Gripping... Marvelous!" - Liz Smith
Recent Dates & Appearances!
Sun, Sep 26 - West Hollywood Book Fair
Tue, Sep 28 - Palm Springs Public Library
Wed, Sep 29 - The San Francisco Heritage Museum
Sat, Oct 2 - Kirkland Performance Center (WA)
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The Man That Got Away:
Ira Without George
Rex Reed & Company celebrate of the genius of Ira
Gershwin, taking audiences on a journey of
American song with some of the bigger names
touring today like Tom Wopat, Linda Purl, Marilyn
Maye, Kurt Reichenbach and Sally Mayes
"One of the season's most satisfying programs"
- The New York Times
Upcoming Dates in Texas!
Fri, Nov 12 - Eisemann Center (Richardson)
Sat, Nov 13 - 1894 Grand Opera House (Galveston)
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PHILIP FORTENBERRY
Master Solo Concert Pianist (nationally recognized
for his breadth of skills & depth of character) is as
gifted with story-telling as he is with the keys.
Among his countless credits include conducting for
over 12 Broadway Shows, accompanying Frederica
Von Stade at the White House twice, and solo
concerts in halls across the heart of America
"A genius solo pianist whose styles encompass a
wide range of musical genres." - LV Magazine
Recent & Upcoming Dates in MT & ID!
Wed, Oct 27 - Chouteau County Performing Arts
Thu, Oct 28 - Grand Union Hotel
Sat, Oct 30 - Boise State University
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SPIDER SALOFF
Award winning vocalist / songwriter tours her one-
woman musical comedy, Entertaining Guests
"Saloff will win you over completely!" - NY Post
Upcoming Dates!
Sun, Nov 7 - The Wilmette Theatre
Fri, Dec 10 - Eaglebrook, IL
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MENZIE & MICHAEL
With "two voices and one sound" this duo's whimsy
and nostalgia pack Midwestern halls. Popular shows
include THAT 60's SHOW,
THE SOUNDS OF THEIR MUSIC, & REEL LOVE
"Cabaret at it's best!" - The Chicago Tribune
Recent & Upcoming Dates!
Tue, Sep 28 - North Platte Concert Association
Sat, Dec 11 - Bart Howard Room (Iowa)
October 19, 2010
Invitation to LIKE WATER FOR CHOCOLATE The Musical
This event is by invitation only. Click here to send an email request or call 773.294.9816.
Seating is limited. Call for deatils.
September 20, 2010
Early Fall 2010
I am in shock that we are nearing the end of September already! What a great fall so far. Conferences in CA and IN were a blast to meet new friends and colleagues and reconnect with valued clients and long time relationships face to face...
So far this month, Philip Fortenberry (solo pianist) has showcased at The Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA and also at The Columbia Club in Indianapolis as part of a festival that featured KMP clients Karen Mason, Gregg Edelman, Sally Mayes, Spider Saloff, Simply Barbra and others. Menzie & Michael play the elegant Auditorium Theater in Chicago September 28th and James Gavin's STORMY WEATHER will make its West Coast premiere in Seattle at Kirkland Performance Center on Saturday, October 2nd after public speaking engagements in West Hollywood, Palm Springs and San Francisco (see Gavin's full schedule below).
Next month we are thrilled to attend the Cal Poly Arts Jazz festival and Arts Northwest with Christopher Rice, Philip Fortenberry and Rebecca Spencer.
JAMES GAVIN EARLY FALL APPEARANCES & PERFORMANCES
Wed. Sept. 22, 5PM:
Talk
on Lena Horne: Institute of Jazz
Studies, Rutgers University,
Newark, New Jersey (with Daryl Sherman singing songs of
Lena)
Sun. Sept.
26, 3-4PM:
West Hollywood Book
Fair:
Biographers' panel with Bill Marx (Son of Harpo
Speaks) and Ray Charles Robinson,
Jr. (You Don't Know Me:
Reflections of My Father, Ray
Charles); Luke Yankee, moderator;
West Hollywood Park, 647 N. San Vicente Blvd.
Tues. Sept.
28, 6PM:
Talk
on Lena Horne and Stormy
Weather, Palm Springs Public
Library,
300 S. Sunrise Way Palm Springs, CA
Wed. Sept.
29, 7PM:
Talk
on Lena Horne for Women in Jazz
exhibit,
San Francisco Jazz Heritage
Center, 1320 Fillmore St Palm Springs, CA
Sat. Oct. 2, 8PM:
Stormy Weather: The Life
and Music of Lena Horne (with Paula West and Rebecca
Parris), Kirkland Performing Arts
Center, Kirkland, WA
