Klea s upcoming schedule includes appearing with the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, performances of EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW in Saugatuck, Michigan and Chicago, Illinois PLUS a return New York engagement of DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL with Billy Stritch. Details listed below..............

Saugatuck, Michigan
Sat. October 4, 2008 @ 8:00 PM
Mason Street Warehouse
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 269-857-4898
Website: http://www.masonstwarehouse.org

Klea is thrilled to be performing her acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman for a very special performance at the Mason Street Warehouse (where she appeared in the GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL a few seasons ago).

New York, New York
Oct 14-17 & Nov 19-21, 2008
Metropolitan Room
DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL
Tickets and Info: 212-206-0440
Website: http://www.metropolitanroom.com/

Klea and Billy Stritch return to the Metropolitan Room with their award-winning tribute to the music of the great Hoagy Carmichael. Performance dates/times are: 10/14 @ 7:00; 10/15, 10/16, 10/17 @ 9:45 PM; 11/19 @ 7:30 PM; 11/20, 11/21 @ 9:45 PM.

New York, New York
Thursday, October 30, 2008 @ 6:00 PM
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Rose Hall
THE 2008 MABEL MERCER FOUNDATION CABARET CONVENTION
Tickets and Info: 212-721-6500
Website: http://www.mabelmercer.org

Klea will be appearing on the second night of the convention. HATS OFF TO LIZ SMITH will pay tribute to the syndicated gossip columnist who has "championed this vital and exciting world of song."

Chicago, Ilinois
Sunday, November 9, 2008 @ 7:00 PM
Merle Reskin Theater
CHICAGO HUMANITIES FESTIVAL: EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 312-661-1028
Website: http://www.chfestival.org

Klea is thrilled that she will be performing her award-winning tribute to Ethel Merman as part of the 2008 Chicago Humanities Festival!

New York, New York
Wed. August 27, 2008 @ 6:00 PM
Barnes & Noble, Lincoln Triangle
KLEA BLACKHURST & BILLY STRITCH TO APPEAR AT BARNES & NOBLE - LINCOLN TRIANGLE
Tickets and Info: 212-595-6859
Website: http://www.bn.com

In celebration of their new CD, DREAMING OF A SONG: The Music of Hoagy Carmichael, Klea & Billy sing songs and sign CDs!

Hendersonville & Brevard, North Carolina
Fri. Aug. 22 & Sat. Aug. 23 @ 7:30 PM
8/22 Hendersonville HS & 8/23 Porter Center
AN EVENING WITH COLE PORTER - HENDERSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Tickets and Info: 828-697-5884
Website: http://www.hendersonvillesymphony.org

Klea is delighted to be returning to appear with the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra in a pops evening devoted to the works of the great Cole Porter.

7 Days Sailing to Canada & New England
July 13 - 20, 2008
Norwegian Dawn
"r" SUMMER ADVENTURE CRUISE - EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 866-732-6822
Website: http://www.rfamilyvacations.com

Klea is thrilled to be cruising again with "r" Family Vacations -- she had blast on last summer's cruise. This time she will be headlining performing her acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman. She can't wait! Who could ask for anything more??

San Francisco, California
Monday, June 30, 2008 @ 7:00 PM
Alcazar Theatre
42nd Street Moon Gala YOU'VE GOT POSSIBILITIES
Tickets and Info: 415-255-8207
Website: http://www.42ndstmoon.org

Klea will be appearing with Nancy Dussault, Andrea McArdle, Leland Palmer & Susan Watson in a gala evening celebrating the musicals of the 1960's with a special tribute to Charles Strouse.

San Francisco, California
Sat. June 28, 2008
The RRAZZ Room, Hotel Nikko
TERESE GENECCO and her little big band
Tickets and Info: 866-468-3399
Website: http://www.therrazzroom.com/events.html

Klea is so excited to be guest starring with the amazing Terese Genecco and her rockin' and swingin' little big band and she can't wait to perform selections from her treasure chest of favorite pop songs jazzed up Klea-style. Rumor has it "Yodeling Muchacha" may be making a rare appearance!

Salt Lake City, Utah
Sat. June 21, 2008: 6:00-10:00 PM
Plein Air Theatre
UTAH MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS - Soiree D'Art Gala
Tickets and Info: 801-585-9880
Website: http://www.umfa.utah.edu

Klea will be appearing as part of the festivites celebrating the grand opening gala of Monet to Picasso: 100 Years of European Masterworks, the new exhibition at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts.

New York, New York
Monday, June 16, 2008 @ 7:00 PM
Birdland
DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL
Tickets and Info: 212-581-3080
Website: http://www.birdlandjazz.com

KLEA BLACKHURST & BILLY STRITCH CELEBRATE THE RELEASE OF THEIR NEW CD! For their new CD on Ghostlight Records, Klea & Billy have mined the Carmichael catalogue to unearth lesser known gems as well as beloved treasures such as SKYLARK, GEORGIA ON MY MIND, and STAR DUST. Don't miss this "remarkably entertaining show with all the Heart and Soul of the legendary composer himself." (Theatrescene.net) "Blackhurst and Stritch are as compatible as caviar and champagne." (Cabaret Scenes) This event is SOLD OUT - but there are seats at the bar available at the door so come on down!

Princeton, New Jersey
Sat. June 14, 2008 @ 7:30 PM
McCarter Theatre Center
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 609-258-2787
Website: http://www.mccarter.org

Klea brings her acclaimed tribute to the great Ethel Merman to the Berlind Theatre.

New York, New York
May 15, 2008 @ 6:00 PM
The Paley Center for Media
GEORGE GERSHWIN AND KAY SWIFT: AN EVENING OF SONG AND TELEVISION
Tickets and Info: 212-621-6600(0)
Website: http://www.mtr.org/index.htm

Klea will appear with Christine Ebersole and Noah Racey to perform the songs of George Gershwin and Kay Swift, the first woman to write a complete score for a Broadway musical (Fine and Dandy). Musical director Aaron Gandy will provide commentary—interspersed with rare radio and television clips from the Paley Center's collection—on how the lives of these two songwriters intersected in the twenties and thirties.

New York, New York
May 6, 2008 @ 7:30 PM
B.B. King Blues Club
22nd ANNUAL MAC AWARDS
Tickets and Info: 212-307-7171
Website: http://www.MACnyc.com

Celebrating the best of live entertainment in Cabaret, Jazz & Comedy in New York, Klea is pleased as punch that she will be Hosting the 25th Anniversary MAC Awards. Among the many luminaries scheduled to appear are Maureen McGovern, Lewis Black, Danny Aiello, Andrea McArdle, Tom Wopat, John McDaniel, Faith Prince and many, many more! Come on out -- should be a fantastic night!

London, England
May 4, 2008 @ 7:45 PM
London Palladium
JERRY HERMAN'S BROADWAY
Tickets and Info: 011448712300010
Website: http://www.crusaid.org.uk

Klea will be experiencing a dream come true performing onstage at the London Palladium with Jerry Herman, Angela Lansbury, Barbara Cook, Melissa Errico, Ron Raines, Sal Vivano & the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra with musical direction by Don Pippin. A celebratory concert showcasing the work of Jerry Herman this fundraiser will benefit Crusaid. Since 1986 Crusaid has provided support across the UK & Africa to people living with HIV. A worthy cause and an amazing night!!!

New York, New York
April 14, 2008 @ 6:30 PM
Cipriani's Pegasus, 30 Rockefeller Plaza, 64th Fl.
NATIONAL CORPORATE THEATRE FUND 2008 GALA
Tickets and Info: 212-750-6895
Website: http://www.nctf.org

In celebration and support of the role NCTF member theatres play in the creation of new works this benefit will honor Bank of America, the Actors Theatre of Louisville & Angela Lansbury. Klea is thrilled that she has been asked to perform in the evening's tribute to Miss Lansbury.

New Hope, Pennsylvania
April 4 & 5, 2008 @ 8:00 PM
Harlans - The Nevermore
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 215-862-5225
Website: http://www.harlanscabaret.com

Klea brings her award winning tribute to Ethel Merman to a beautiful new venue in the delightfully charming town of New Hope.

St. Louis, Missouri
March 12 - 15, 2008 @ 8:30 PM
The Cabaret at Savor
TAKING A CHANCE ON LOVE: VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY
Tickets and Info: 314-531-0220
Website: http://www.cabaretatsavor.com

Klea is delighted to be bringing her acclaimed tribute to Vernon Duke to the Gateway of the West for the very first time.

Newark, New Jersey
Sat. February 9, 2008 @ 7:00 & 9:30
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL
Tickets and Info: 888-466-5722
Website: http://www.njpac.org

Klea and Billy Stritch bring their award-winning tribute to the music of the great Hoagy Carmichael across the Hudson River to NJPAC.

Northport, New York
Sat. February 2, 2008 @ 7:00 PM
First Presbyterian Church of Northport
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 631-261-6434
Website: E-mail: MusicNMinistry@gmail.com

Klea brings the gospel of Ethel Merman to Northport, New York (Long Island, 45 miles from NYC) for one night only.

Gainesville, Florida
Friday, January 18, 2008 @ 7:30 PM
University of Florida
GAINESVILLE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Tickets and Info: 352-392-2787
Website: http://www.GCOmusic.org

Klea is delighted to be singing the works of Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Vernon Duke with the Gainesville Chamber Orchestra at this special evening celebrating the Orchestra's 25th Anniversary.

New York, New York
Dec. 16 @ 7:00 & Dec. 20 & 7:30
Metropolitan Room
RED, HOT AND XMAS The Uptown Express
Tickets and Info: 212-206-0440
Website: http://www.metropolitanroom.com/

Klea will be the special guest of the boys of Uptown Express kicking off the holiday season with their holiday show, Red Hot & Xmas. Featuring the tunes from Jersey Boys and Plaid Tidings plus songs made famous by The Mills Brothers, Peggy Lee, George Michael and many more, this very special evening will kick off the holiday spirit in gay style!

Luxembourg
November 27-29, 2007
US Embassy, Luxembourg
SONGS FROM "CALL ME MADAM"

Klea is beyond thrilled to have been invited to sing the role of Sally Adams at the very US Embassy on which Irving Berlin based "Call Me Madam." In addition to the performance at the Embassy, there will be a performance at the US Air Force base in Spangdahlem, Germany, and at a public location in Luxembourg TBD. More news to come about this once in a lifetime opportunity!!!

Palm Beach, Florida
11/15-11/17 & 11/23-11/24/07 @ 8:00 PM
The Royal Room at The Colony Hotel
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 561-659-8100
Website: http://www.thecolonypalmbeach.com

Klea brings her acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman to Palm Beach for the Thanksgiving Holiday!

Chicago, Ilinois
November 11, 2007
THE CHICAGO HUMANITIES FESTIVAL: THE CLIMATE OF CONCERN
Tickets and Info: 312-661-1028
Website: http://www.chfestival.org

Klea is delighted to be returning to the Chicago Humanities Fesitval to perform in the William and Greta Wiley Flory Closing Concert: Weathered Standards. Klea will be appearing with Joan Curto, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Spider Saloff, Jim Walton and Mekole Wells.

New York, New York
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Rose Hall
THE 2007 MABEL MERCER FOUNDATION CABARET CONVENTION
Tickets and Info: 212-721-6500
Website: http://www.mabelmercer.org

Klea will be appearing on the final night of the convention. FOR EDYTHE, WITH LOVE, is an evening dedicated to Edythe Kenner, a devoted champion of cabaret, its stars and songs.

New York, New York
November 7, 2007 @ 7:00 PM
LGBT Center, 208 West 13th Street
EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ETHEL
Website: http://www.OutProfessionals.org/op/140


If you've got a "thing" for Ethel Merman--and who doesn't--you can't miss Out Professional's special evening with veteran arts journalist Brian Kellow, author of the blockbuster new biography "Ethel Merman: A Life", out November 5 from Viking. Klea is delighted to be performing several of Merman's signature songs as part of this very special evening.

New Orleans, Louisiana
Oct. 18-20 & Oct. 25-27 @ 8PM; Oct. 21 & 28 @ 6PM
Le Chat Noir Theater
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 504-581-6333
Website: http://www.cabaretlechatnoir.com

Klea brings her acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman to The Big Easy for the very first time!!

New York, New York
Sun. Oct. 14 & Mon. Oct. 15 @ 7:00 PM
Birdland
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 212-581-3080
Website: HTTP://www.birdlandjazz.com

In celebration of Ethel Merman's upcoming centenary, don't miss the return of Klea Blackhurst's acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman, “Everything the Traffic Will Allow.” This knock-out show took New York by storm in 2001 and features many of Merman's signature songs such as “I Got Rhythm,” “Blow, Gabriel Blow,” and “Everything's Coming Up Roses,” as well as rarely performed obscurities including “Just A Moment Ago,” “I've Still Got My Health,” and “World Take Me Back.” If you missed it the first time, this is your rare chance to experience Blackhurst's crackling wit and powerful vocals as she performs her brilliant, savvy valentine to one of American theatre's greatest stars.

Hendersonville & Brevard, North Carolina
Aug. 23 & Aug. 24, 2007 @ 7:30 PM
8/23 Hendersonville H.S.; 8/24 Porter Center
GERSHWIN EXTRAVAGANZA - HENDERSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Tickets and Info: 828-697-5884
Website: http://www.hendersonvillesymphony.org

Klea is delighted to be returning to perform with the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra in this all Gershwin evening featuring selections from An American in Paris, Rhapsody in Blue, and many other favorites from the Gershwin songbook.

New York, New York
Sunday, July 29 @ 7:00 PM
Birdland
BILLY STRITCH AND THE GIRLS
Tickets and Info: 212-581-3080
Website: http://www.birdlandjazz.com

Klea is one of "The Girls" appearing with Billy Stritch, award-winning composer, arranger, vocalist and jazz pianist. The other "Girls" are Christine Ebersole, Stephanie J. Block and Sally Mayes. It should be an amazing night -- don't miss it!

Atlanta, Georgia
July 28, 2007 @ 8:00 PM
Woodruff Arts Center
BERNSTEIN'S BROADWAY - ATLANTA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Tickets and Info: 404-733-5000
Website: http://www.atlantasymphony.org

Klea is thrilled to be performing with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in this very special evening devoted to the brilliant stage music of Leonard Bernstein. The evening will include selections from West Side Story, On the Town, Candide, Wonderful Town, Trouble in Tahiti, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and Mass, narrated by the late maestro's daughter, Jamie Bernstein.

7 Days Sailing to Key West & a Private Island!
July 7 - July 14, 2007
Norwegian Dawn
"R" SUMMER ADVENTURE CRUISE
Tickets and Info: 866-732-6822
Website: http://www.rfamilyvacations.com

Klea is appearing with a star-studded roster of performers on this R Family Vacation Cruise. Klea is delighted that she simply has to pack a bag, hail a taxi and embark right from Manhattan!

San Francisco, California
Monday, June 25, 2007 @ 7:00 PM
Alcazar Theatre
MOON ABOUT TOWN
Tickets and Info: (415) 255-8207
Website: http://www.42ndstmoon.org

Klea is among the special guest stars appearing in 42nd Street Moon's fundraising evening celebrating 15 seasons of "Uncommon Musicals in Concert." It promises to be an exciting evening!

Brownville, Nebraska
June 22 & 23 @ 7:30; June 24, 2007 @ 2:00
Brownville Concert Hall
DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL
Tickets and Info: 402-825-3331
Website: http://www.brownvilleconcertseries.com

Klea and Billy Stritch to bring the music of one of America's most treasured songwriters to the Brownville Concert Series. Klea & Billy have mined the Carmichael catalog to unearth lesser known gems as well as beloved treasures such as "Skylark", "Georgia On My Mind', & "Stardust." Klea and Billy were presented with a 2007 Backstage Bistro Award for the NYC debut of this very special evening of song.

New York, New York
5/5 @ 8:00; 5/6 @ 3:00 & 8:00; 5/7 @ 2:00 & 8:00
92nd Street Y Lyrics & Lyricists
THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES: THE LYRICS OF LEO ROBIN
Tickets and Info: 212-415-5500
Website: http://www.92y.org

Working with Ralph Rainger, Jule Styne, Arthur Schwartz & Jerome Kern, Leo Robin produced some of the most joyful, memorable songs of his era. This very special concert explores the masterful lyrics of the man who penned Bob Hope's signature song, made diamonds a girl's best friend, took us beyond the blue horizon and introduced us to the lady in the tutti-frutti hat! Klea will be performing along with Andrea Marcovicci, Bryan Byers and Jennifer Sheehan.

New York, New York
Mon. April 9, 2007/6:30-9:30 PM
Gotham Comedy Club
22nd ANNUAL BACKSTAGE BISTRO AWARDS
Tickets and Info: 646-654-5725

Awards Presentation and Show featuring 2007 Bistro Winners. The evening will feature a performance by Betty Buckley, recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award. Klea will perform along with fellow Bistro Award winners Keith David, Valerie Pettiford, Jeff Harnar, Mary Foster Conklin and many more!

La Mirada, California
March 16, 2007
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 562-944-9801
Website: http://lamiradatheatre.com

As part of La Mirada Theatre's March Madness series, Klea brings her acclaimed award-winning tribute to Ethel Merman to the City of Angels. She is delighted to be returning to La Mirada where she has previously appeared in "Oil City Symphony" and "Radio Gals."

7 Days Sailing the Pacific Coast
March 4 - March 11, 2007
Crystal Symphony
CRYSTAL CRUISES CABARET CONVENTION AT SEA
Tickets and Info: 800-828-4813
Website: http://mabelmercer.org

Sail with the Mabel Mercer Foundation & Cruise Gourmet aboard the deluxe highest rated Crystal Symphony. Celebrate with special guest Jerry Herman on the occasion of his Diamond Jubiliee. Klea will be appearing with Brent Barrett, Jason Graae and Sally Mayes in this once in a lifetime tribute to the creator of "Hello, Dolly!" "Mame," and "La Cage aux Folles."

Hartford, Connecticut
January 27, 2007 @ 8:00 PM
SRO Cabaret Theatre at the Wadsworth Atheneum
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 888-239-9992
Website: http://www.michelentertainment.com/online/sro.html

Klea brings her award-winning tribute to Ethel Merman to Northern Connecticut and the Historic Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art.

New York, New York
Thursday, January 11, 2007 @ 7:30 PM
The York Theatre Company
GAY GRIMMS
Tickets and Info: 212-935-5824x24
Website: http://www.yorktheatre.org

Klea performs in "Gay Grimms" a new musical as part of The York Theatre Company's Developmental Reading Series. Written by Ted Sod, Dan Martin and Michael Biello, the musical concerns Jackie and Leon, the Cousins Grimm, who adapt their ancestors' beloved stories adding a queer sensibility resulting in strange and magical happenings as these versions of the tales come to life. The cast also includes Heidi Blickenstaff, Jonathan Brody, Ann Harada, Jillian Louis, Randy Redd and Devin Richards. Admission is FREE -- Call quick for reservations!

San Rafael, California
Jan. 20, 2007 @ 8:00, Jan. 21, 2007 @ 5:00
The Osher Marin JCC
AUTUMN IN IN NEW YORK: VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY
Tickets and Info: 415-444-8088
Website: http://www.marinjcc.org

As part of the Marin JCC's Singer & Songwriter Series, Klea brings her acclaimed tribute to Vernon Duke to Northern California.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
November 29 - December 10, 2006
Prince Music Theater
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 215-569-9700
Website: http://www.princemusictheater.org

Klea brings her acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman to the City of Brotherly Love for the first time for ten performances.

New York, New York
Mon. November 20, 2006 @ 6:00 PM
Bruno Walter Auditorium, NY Public Library
THE COLORS OF MY LIFE: THE MUSICAL THEATER OF MICHAEL STEWART
Tickets and Info: 212-642-0142

This tribute to Michael Stewart is part of the NY Public Library's celebration of the 75th anniversary of the Billy Rose Theatre Division. Klea will appear with a line-up of featured performers including Lee Adams, Anna Bergman, Charles Busch, Jim Dale, Barry Day, Melissa Errico, Jessica Grove, James Naughton, Francine Pascal, Jon Peterson, Lee Roy Reams, Steve Ross, Evan Stern, Charles Strouse & K.T. Sullivan.

New York, New York
11/9-11/11 @ 8; 11/10 & 11/11 @ 10:30; 11/12 @ 7
Metropolitan Room
DREAMING OF A SONG: THE MUSIC OF HOAGY CARMICHAEL
Tickets and Info: 212-206-0440
Website: http://www.metropolitanroom.com/

Klea joins Billy Stritch to bring the music of one of America's most treasured songwriters to the beautiful Metropolitan Room for six performances. Klea & Billy have mined the Carmichael catalog to unearth lesser known gems as well as beloved treasures such as "Skylark", "Georgia On My Mind', & "Stardust."

Chicago, Illinois
November 6, 2006
CHICAGO HUMANITIES FESTIVAL
Tickets and Info: 312-661-1028
Website: http://www.chfestival.org

Klea returns to the Festival. This year it's a revue of the songs that American and British entertainers performed to see us throught the difficult time of WWI, the Depression and WWII. Created and narrated by Festival audience favorite Barry Day, the cast includes Anna Bergman, Heather Hawkins, Steve Ross, Simon Jones and Evan Stern.

Salt Lake City, Utah
September 29 - October 14, 2006
Pioneer Theatre Company
CHICAGO
Tickets and Info: 801-581-6961
Website: http://www.pioneertheatre.org

Klea will razzle dazzle them as Matron "Mama" Morton when she returns to her hometown to appear in this now classic musical of murder, greed, adultry, deception and just plain fun.

Hendersonville & Brevard, North Carolina
Aug. 24 & Aug. 25, 2006 @ 7:30 PM
8/24-Hendersonville H.S.; 8/25-Porter Center
HENDERSONVILLE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA - "THE BEST OF BROADWAY II"
Tickets and Info: 828-697-5884
Website: HTTP://www.hendersonvillesymphony.org

Klea will be among the featured performers singing Broadway show stoppers with the Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra in the first concert of it's 35th Anniversary season. Klea will be performing such hits as "Blow Gabriel Blow," "People," and "Don't Rain on My Parade."

Wayne, New Jersey
Tuesday, August 29, 2006 7:00
YM-YWHA of North Jersey
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 973-595-0100
Website: http://www.ymha-nj.org/special_events.htm

Klea brings the gospel of Ethel Merman to North Jersey

Saugatuck, Michigan
July14-July 30, 2006
Mason Street Warehouse
GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL
Tickets and Info: 269-857-4898
Website: http://www.masonstwarehouse.org

Klea plays "Lin" (short for Linoleum) one of the whacky collection of characters in Armadillo Acres Trailer Park. With a fantastic country pop/rock score the show is "fast-paced musical comedy hog heaven." - BroadwayWorld.com

12 Days in the Mediterranean
June 6-18, 2006
Crystal Symphony
CRYSTAL CRUISES CABARET CONVENTION AT SEA
Tickets and Info: 1-800-828-4813
Website: HTTP://www.mabelmercer.org

Sail with the Mabel Mercer Foundation and Cruise gourmet.com aboard the deluxe highest rated Crystal Line Symphony. Klea appears with Jim Caruso, Jeff Harnar and Lumiri Tubo.

New York,NY
Wed. May 31, 2006 @ 6:00 pm
Tower Records Lincoln Center
Appearance at Tower Records!
Website: http://www.towerrecords.com/stores/StoreEvents.apx


In celebration of her latest CD, Autumn In New York/Vernon Duke's Broadway, Klea sings songs and signs CD's.

New York, NY
Monday May 22, 2006
Birdland
CD Release Party at Birdland! Jule Styne in Hollywood on PS Classics, Inc
Website: http://www.birdlandjazz.com


Klea sings a rare Jule Styne/Frank Loesser tune in celebration of PS Classics new Jule Styne album.

San Francisco, CA
Monday May 15th, 2006
Alcazar Theatre
The Annual 42nd Street Moon Fundraising Gala! A Little Brains/A Little Talent
Tickets and Info: 415-255-8207
Website: HTTP://www.42ndstmoon.org

In Support of 42nd Street Moon, Klea guest stars with Ann Morrison in a celebration of the great hits and beguiling also-rans from the Golden Age of Broadway.

New York, NY
Monday May 8, 2006
Museum of Radio and Television
A Centennial Celebration of Jule Styne: An Evening of Song & Television
Tickets and Info: 212-621-6780
Website: http://www.mtr.org

Klea will be performing the music of Jule Styne at this very special tribute along with Elaine Stritch, Jane Powell, and Ron Raines.

Katonah, New York
Saturday, May 6, 2006
Caramoor
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 914-232-1492
Website: HTTP://www.caramoor.org

Klea brings her award-winning tribute to Ethel Merman to Caramoor for a one night only benefit event.

Newark, New Jersey
Saturday January 28, 2006 7:00 & 9:30
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
AUTUMN IN NEW YORK:VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY
Tickets and Info: 888-466-5722
Website: HTTP://www.njpac.org

Following her acclaimed tribute to Ethel Merman, Klea Blackhurst has turned her passion for musical theatre history toward the checkered Broadway career of composer Vernon Duke. "Infusing Duke's songs with oxygen" (NY Times), Klea performs forgotten gems as well as beloved Duke treasures from her newly released CD. "Between her powerful pipes, intelligent and humorous patter, and sublime lyrical interpretations, this is one of those rare 'must rush-out-and-see' shows that you will kick yourself for missing." (Talkin'Broadway.com) "Simply sensational." (Next Magazine)

NEW YORK CITY
Opening Night November 7, 2005
St. Luke's Theatre 308 W.46th Street
BINGO!
Tickets and Info: 212-239-6200
Website: HTTP://www.bingothemusical.com

Klea joins an incredible cast in this new Off Broadway musical. BINGO is an outrageously hilarious musical that leaves audiences sides in stitches B4 they know what hit 'em. Check out the BINGO website for details and come be the first to shout out BINGO!!

SAN FRANCISCO, CA
September 22 - October 16
The Eureka Theatre
RED, HOT & BLUE!
Website: http://www.42ndstmoon.org


Klea heads to San Francisco to star in 42nd Street Moon's production of Cole Porter's Red, Hot & Blue!

NEW YORK CITY
Sunday August 28 & Monday August 29th @ 7:30
Joe's Pub at the Public Theatre
KLEA PLAYS JOE'S PUB AUTUMN IN NEW YORK: VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY
Tickets and Info: 212-239-6200
Website: HTTP://www.joespub.com

Spencertown, NEW YORK
Saturday, July 30 @ 6:00PM
The Spencertown Academy
AUTUMN IN NEW YORK: VERNON DUKE'S BROADWAY
Tickets and Info: (518) 392-3693
Website: HTTP://www.spencertown.org

Bridgeport, CT
Downtown Cabaret Theatre
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: (203) 576-1636
Website: HTTP://www.dtcab.com

Friday, June 17 @ 8:00; Saturday, June 18 @ 3:00 & 7:00; Sunday, June 19 @ 3:00.

NEW YORK CITY
Monday, June 13th 2006
The Canal Room
HELEN OF TROY
Tickets and Info: 212-868-4444
Website: HTTP://Smartix.com

From the lead singer of AC/DC (yes, Klea's been in the rehearsal room all week with Brian Johnson...!) comes a totally rockin' new HELEN. With Eden Espinosa, Alice Ripley and Bruce Vilanch as Zeus.

San Francisco, CA
Monday, May 23, 2005 7:00 pm
Herbst Theatre 401 Van Ness Avenue
A TRIP TO THE MOON ON GOSSAMER WINGS: The Songs of Cole Porter
Tickets and Info: 415-392-4400
Website: http://www.42ndstmoon.org

Klea , along with Brent Barrett, Lea DeLaria, Andrea Marcovicci and more celebrate the musical wit and genius of Cole Porter for 42nd Street Moon's fourth annual fundraising gala.

Lexington, MA
Saturday April 9, 2005 7:30 pm
National Heritage Museum
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 781-259-0250

Klea's award winning tribute to Ethel Merman hits the Boston area for the first time!!

7 Days to the Western Caribbean
March 17-24, 2005
The Crystal Symphony
CRYSTAL CRUISES CABARET CONVENTION AT SEA
Tickets and Info: 212-980-3026
Website: http://www.mabelmercer.org

Sail with the Mabel Mercer Foundation and Cruise Gourmet.com aboard the luxurious Crystal Symphony. Klea appears with Brent Barrett, Sylvia McNair and Jason Graae.

Doylestown, PA
Saturday April 2, 2005
Delaware Valley College
BUCKS COUNTY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Tickets and Info: 215-348-7321

Klea stars in a Pops Concert featuring works by Irving Berlin, Cole Porter and George Gershwin.

CARNEGIE HALL
Wednesday, March 2, 2005
Zankel Hall
MICHAEL FEINSTEIN EVERYTHING'S COMING UP ROSES:CELEBRATING THE SONGS OF JULE STYNE
Tickets and Info: 212-247-7800
Website: http://carnegiehall.org

Michael Feinstein's acclaimed Now and Then series continues. Starring Klea Blackhurst, Jeff Harnar and Alex Rybeck, accompanist

Hoboken, NJ
February 26, 8:00pm
DeBaun Auditorium 5th & Hudson in Hoboken
2nd Annual HOBOKEN CABARET FESTIVAL
Tickets and Info: 201-216-8937
Website: http://www.debauntickets.org

One night only, Klea joins over 20 of cabaret's leading voices. Maltby & Shire will be honored as well as the brilliant, John Bucchino.

NEW YORK
Thurs. February 24, 6:00 pm
Bruno Walter Auditorium
A is for Arlen, or Did He Write That, Too?
Website: http://www.nypl.org


Part of the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts By Barry Day, Klea performs with Steve Ross, Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano

Austin, TX
February 4-5, 2005
Austin Cabaret Theatre
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: (512) 453-2287
Website: http://www.austincabaret.org/season.html

PORT WASHINGTON NEW YORK
Saturday, January 29, 2005
Landmark on Main Street
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: (516) 767-6444
Website: http://www.landmarkonmainstreet.org

New York, NY
See Below!
Live at OPIA 130 East 57th Street
AUTUMN IN NEW YORK Vernon Duke's Broadway
Tickets and Info: (212) 688-3939
Website: http://www.liveatopia.com

Fridays@7:00 - 10/22, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 Saturdays@9:00 - 10/23, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20 Sundays@7:00 - 11/7, 11/14 Klea turns her passion for musical theatre history towards the checkered Broadway career of composer Vernon Duke. The creator of such indisputable standards as "April in Paris" and "Autumn in New York," Klea will feature many of Duke's lesser known musical treasures. Backed by Michael Rice and The New Pocket Change Trio.

NEW YORK, NY
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2004 6:00pm
TOWN HALL
THE MABEL MERCER FOUNDATION’S 15TH ANNUAL CABARET CONVENTION
Tickets and Info: 212-980-3026
Website: http://www.mabelmercer.org/index.htm

Here’s one for the history books, Klea will join her musical comedy loving mom, Winkie Horman, for their debut as a team! As part of the Mabel Mercer Foundation’s 15th Annual Cabaret Convention, Winkie and Klea will bring what they know about harmony, belting and laughter to FAMILY, the Tuesday night entry in this week long Festival of the American Popular Song. Discover the pedigree of some of American Cabaret’s great performers as they are joined by their musical mothers, sisters, and brothers. The bill is filled with promise; Ann Hampton, Liz and Shirley Callaway, Heather, Sheila and Bruce MacRae, Andrea and Helen Marcovicci, Bill Charlap and Sandy Stewart, KT and the entire Sullivan family. But really, how can you resist finding out the answer to Winkie’s musical question, “who taught her everything she knows?”

NEW YORK, NY
SATURDAY, MAY 8 – MAY 10, 2004
92ND STREET Y
92ND STREET Y LYRICS & LYRICISTS EASY TO LOVE THE LYRICS OF COLE PORTER
Tickets and Info: 212-415-5500
Website: http://www.92Y.org

Klea is overjoyed to be a part of the 34th season of this highly acclaimed series that celebrates the words and music of the American songbook. Andrea Marcovicci, whose one-woman show of Cole Porter love songs at the Algonquin Hotel garnered rave reviews, presents a Porter show created expressly for Lyrics & Lyricists. It stars Klea, Anna Bergman, Jeff Harnar and Mark Coffin. Marcovicci serves as host and chanteuse.

CHICAGO, IL
MONDAY NOVEMBER 3, 2003
THORNE AUDITORIUM, NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
HE LOVES / SHE LOVES
Tickets and Info: 312-494-9509
Website: http://www.chfestival.org

After the fun they had at Chicago Humanities Festival last year with their Rodgers and Hart show ,Klea happily reunites with musical theatre historians Robert Kimball, Barry Day and the savvy man about the keyboard Steve Ross, to bring to life a song cycle that tells the story of looking for love, falling in love, falling out of love and starting the whole thing over again! But there’s an added bonus this year. Steve will be paired with the enchanting Anna Bergman and Klea will be paired with the incredible Billy Stritch.

NEW YORK CITY
OCTOBER 22, 2003 9:30pm
THE ALGONQUIN HOTEL’S OAK ROOM
MY BIRTHDAY SUITE 2003
Tickets and Info: 212-419-9331
Website: http://thealgonquinhotel.com/OakRoom

Klea’s brand new show celebrates the 2003 centenaries of composer Vernon Duke, lyricist Irving Kahal and the Broadway contributions of Bob Hope. If it was born, invented or noteworthy in 1903, it might get a special nod tonight! Featuring Michael Rice at the piano. Part of the week-long Cavalcade of Cabaret presented by the Algonquin Hotel in association with the Mabel Mercer Foundation.

SALT LAKE CITY, UT
SEPTEMBER 12 – SEPTEMBER 27
THE GRAND THEATRE
RADIO GALS
Tickets and Info: Tickets and Inf
Website: http://www.the-grand.org

Well, this isn’t really an upcoming appearance! But check it out! Klea dons her directing hat in her hometown of Salt Lake City for The Grand Theatre's production of Radio Gals. The show stars local favorite, Winkie T. Horman as Hazel C. Hunt, the retired music teacher, who operates WGAL, a not-quite-legal radio station, from her living room. Winkie happens to be Klea’s legendary musical comedy loving mother. "She’s perfect for the part, so I gave it to her!” Klea won’t appear in the show (she’s an original cast member of Radio Gals) but she will be there through the opening weekend, so stop by opening night and say hello.

NEW HAVEN, CT
OCTOBER 3-12,2003
THE SHUBERT THEATER
ANYTHING GOES
Tickets and Info: 203-562-5666
Website: http://www.shubert.com/index.html

Klea heads to the historic Shubert Theater in New Haven to play Reno Sweeney, the evangelist turned nightclub singer, in Cole Porter’s Anything Goes! Often cited as the quintessential musical comedy of the 1930’s, it was Ethel Merman’s first project with Porter. (They would ultimately do five shows.) They liked each other immediately, much to everyone’s surprise. They were an unlikely duo, the Yale man and the girl from Astoria. Porter said “she sounds like an entire band going by!” He also said he’d rather write songs for her than for anyone else in the entire world. Besides the title song, he gave Merman I Get A Kick Out of You, Blow Gabriel Blow and You’re The Top in Anything Goes. The show is giddy, romantic and glorious!

SAN FRANCISCO, CA
AUGUST 26 - SEPTEMBER 7, 2003
THE PLUSH ROOM
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 415-885-2800
Website: http://www.plushroom.com

Finally, Klea brings her award winning show to San Francisco. It’s a love affair that’s just been waiting to happen! The Plush Room is alive with the sound of music introduced on the Broadway stage by Ethel Merman, not to mention Blackhurst's "crackling wit," which the locals will appreciate as only they can.

FLAT ROCK, NC
MAY 28 - JUNE 8, 2003
FlAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 828-693-0731
Website: http://www.flatrockplayhouse.org/

Klea is tickled to be returning to Flat Rock as they open their 51st season with Everything The Traffic Will Allow. When asked how she’ll make the show more theatrical, Klea replied, “I’ll put it in a theatre.” This spiffy production will take advantage of all the Playhouse has to offer. There will be an intermission, a costume change, a sparkling set and a new section devoted to Merman’s two shows with Irving Berling. Oh yes, Klea will also be playing 8 performances a week. This should be interesting…

NEW YORK, NY
APRIL 14, 3PM & APRIL 15, 4PM
ST. LUKE'S CHURCH 308 W. 46th Street
BINGO!

A staged reading of a new musical! To request reservations, please send an e-mail to bingothemusical@aol.com

NEWARK, NJ
SATURDAY, MARCH 8, 2003
CHASE ROOM, NEW JERSEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 888-466-5722
Website: http://www.njpac.org/

Klea takes The Merm across the river to the Jersey side. In this funny, loving tribute to the Broadway legend, she breathes new life into classic numbers like "I Got Rhythm," "Blow Gabriel Blow," "There's No Business Like Show Business," and others.

LONDON, ENGLAND
Thursday Feb.13 & Saturday Feb.15, 2003
Greenwich Theatre
EVERYTHING THE TRAFFIC WILL ALLOW
Tickets and Info: 020 8858 7755
Website: http://www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk

Combining side-splitting anecdotes and a plethora of show stopping songs, Klea performs her award winning tribute to Ethel Merman as part of the Musical Voices celebration of musical theatre at the Greenwich Theatre in London."With cracking wit and powerful vocals, Blackhurst brilliantly reinvents the tribute show with her savvy valentine to the big, brassy Ethel Merman." Variety

CHICAGO, IL
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2002
THORNE AUDITORIUM, NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
WITH A SONG IN MY HEART: RODGERS & HART
Tickets and Info: 312-494-9509
Website: http://www.chfestival.org

As part of the Chicago Humanities Festival, Klea will appear in a world premier tribute with Steve Ross, Robert Kimball and Barry Day, telling the story and singing the songs of the revolutionary "sweet and sour" combination that was this famed musical partnership.

CHICAGO, IL
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2002
SYMPHONY CENTER
IT MIGHT AS WELL BE SWING!
Tickets and Info: 312-494-9509
Website: http://www.chfestival.org

The swingin' sounds of Richard Rogers were celebrated in this original revue performed for the Chicago Humanities Festival's 13th annual Benefit Dinner and Concert. Featured along with Klea were Brent Barrett, Jason Graae, Brian d'Arcy James, Sherrill Milnes, Bobbi Wilsyn, and Syvia McNair.

NEW YORK, NY
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2002 9:30pm
THE ALGONQUIN HOTEL
MY BIRTHDAY SUITE
Tickets and Info: 212-419-9331

Klea's newest project, celebrating some of the lesser celebrated centenaries in 2002, debuted in this "Cavalcade of Cabaret" week presented by The Algonquin Hotel in association with The Mabel Mercer Foundation.

LONDON, ENGLAND
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2002
ROYAL ALBERT HALL
OKLAHOMA! (BBC PROMS)
Website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/proms.


This concert version of Oklahoma! starring Klea as Ado Annie was part of the BBC Proms tribute to Richard Rodgers and his centenary year. Klea was honored to be joined onstage by conductor David Charles Abell, Maureen Lipman, Lisa Vroman, Brent Barrett, Tim Flavin, and Karl Daymond. Set in the splendor of London's Royal Albert Hall, the performance received a tremendous response from the sold-out crowd. It was broadcast live via BBC radio and webcast, and televised the following day on BBC2. The Times subsequently gave a wonderful nod to Klea in the August 19th feature by Richard Morrison: "...and Klea Blackhurst achieved the near-impossible - deft comic timing in the Albert Hall - as Ado Annie, the girl who can t say no." Who could ask for anything more?