Forget all of the reality talent programming on televsion, if you want to see real performers check out any
of Manhattan's cabaret clubs. I am always amazed by the amount of talent here in NYC.  This Saturday
night we were treated to just a small helping of that talent, when 8 local performers took the stage
Upstairs at Rose's Turn to support and raise money for The Shenandoah Fine Art Scholarship of
New York.

To get the ball rolling emcee, Michael Beau opened with his rousing and delightfully comic version of
"There's No Business Like Show Business"  (Conjuring up Merman, Streisand: "I' can't believe I had to
give that oscar to Eminem!",Channing, Garland,Minnelli and Kate Hepburn). Shining brighter then the
sequins on his costume, Mr.Beau filled the stage with his charming presence and charisma .  What
followed was a very endearing medley of Pure Imagination/Never Never Land. It should be noted that
Mr. Beau was the creative force behind the evening. Major kudos, Michael, for a bang up job.
 

For those of us morning the departure of "Les Mis" singer/actor, Ron Johnson offered a slice of
contemporary Broadway with his version of  Bring Him Home . Followed by a rip roaring rendition of
Garth Brooks The River .Mr. Johnson pulled out all the stops on this country tune , proving just how
versatile of a singer he is.  In these trying and uncertain times levity is always welcome and Michael
Dionne had the audience in stitches donning scuba gear and a super soaker for his verion of Come Sail
Away . A real highlight of the evening was Kelly Howe . With her amazing pipes (she reminds a great
deal of new Broadway diva, Sutton Foster )she tore the house down . Miss Howe's segment included a
sweet, yet powerful rendtion of I Dreamed a Dream.  Danny Onzo, we need to see more fo you! Truly,
Mr. Onzo (who delivered John Denver's Take Me Home Country Roads) has one of those rare and
winning stage personalites, so vital for really good cabret.  He commands a warmth and a charisma that
carrys across the foot lights making those of us in the audience feel as though we're the oldest and
bestest of friends .  Versatile pianist/singer Micahel Issacs was also on hand to entertain.  Of course,
any good cabaret show needs a great musical director and who better then Mr. Dan Daly,who was there
to tickle the ivories .

Closing the evening was Broadway veteran and cabaret favorite, Boncellia Lewis, whose vocal talent and
stage presence can only be summed up one way:  !  Just amazing...

The evening was able to raise a sum of $1500 for The Shenandoah Fine Art Scholarship. Special
thanks to emcee Mr. Michael Beau and all those involved  for their hardwork and talent, for providing a
most enjoyable evening !