92nd street y: celebrating the judy garland show may 6-8
May
6
to May 9

92nd street y: celebrating the judy garland show may 6-8

Award-winning entertainer and music director Billy Stritch leads this Lyrics & Lyricists tribute, written and directed by Tony Award nominee Dick Scanlan and joined by a sensational cast of his nightclub and theater friends Aisha de Haas, Gabrielle Stravelli, Alysha Umphress, and Max von Essen. They reimagine the searing solos and classic duets with Lena Horne, Mel Tormé, and others in songs by Gershwin, Arlen, Porter, and more, for a Judy Garland tribute like no other, built around the show that brought one of Hollywood’s greatest stars into America’s living rooms every week, and further fueled her place in our hearts. Info here.

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new york pops 40th birthday gala: the music of barry manilow may 1st
May
1
7:00 PM19:00

new york pops 40th birthday gala: the music of barry manilow may 1st

Maestro Steven Reineke leads The New York Pops in a celebration of its 40th Birthday Gala with a concert at Carnegie Hall, followed by a black tie-optional Dinner Dance at the Mandarin Oriental New York. Honoring the Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning icon, Barry Manilow, the orchestra will be joined by guest artists from across the recording industry and the Broadway community. Proceeds from the gala support the orchestra and its PopsEd music education programs. Info here.

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broadway speakeasy may 20 & 21
May
20
to May 21

broadway speakeasy may 20 & 21

Max will perform two concerts as part of the new Broadway Speakeasy series at the Paradise Club in New York City. Join him and Billy Stritch as they celebrate the nightlife era of a time gone by with standards from the American Songbook and the Golden Age of Broadway. Information here.

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the chase April 9th
Apr
9
5:00 PM17:00

the chase April 9th

The Coachella Valley’s DAP Health presents The Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards, hosted by Michael Urie, with performances from Max, Eden Espinosa, Deborah Cox and Seth Rudetsky. For 28 years, the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards “The Chase” has raised millions of dollars for direct client services at DAP Health. More information here.

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melissa errico sings her new york nov 21st
Nov
21
7:00 PM19:00

melissa errico sings her new york nov 21st

Once again, Max joins Melissa Errico as her special guest in this intimate performance of “Melissa Errico Sings Her New York” at 54 Below. Reaching into her personal songbook box — Sondheim, Comden & Green, Joni Mitchell —and accompanied by her incomparable longtime partner, the poetic jazz pianist Tedd Firth, she will celebrate the city of rushing pasts, cancelled lunches and hurried loves, of Broadway dreams and beautiful solitudes. More information here.

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melissa errico sings her new york oct 16th
Oct
16
7:00 PM19:00

melissa errico sings her new york oct 16th

Max will join Melissa Errico as her special guest in this intimate encore performance of “Melissa Errico Sings Her New York” at 54 Below. Reaching into her personal songbook box — Sondheim, Comden & Green, Joni Mitchell —and accompanied by her incomparable longtime partner, the poetic jazz pianist Tedd Firth, she will celebrate the city of rushing pasts, cancelled lunches and hurried loves, of Broadway dreams and beautiful solitudes. More information here.

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NY pops underground oct 4th
Oct
4
6:30 PM18:30

NY pops underground oct 4th

Join The New York Pops for an intimate cabaret performance at Feinstein’s/54 Below featuring Max - their first in-person event since February 2020! The evening will kick off with a champagne reception in the elegant setting of a 1920s Manhattan supper club. Always charming and entertaining, Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke will serve as host and while you enjoy Max von Essen's performance, a delectable three-course meal will be served, complete with wine pairings. Proceeds from The New York Pops Underground cabaret fundraiser support the PopsEd programs, which provide music education, arts access, and performance opportunities for New Yorkers of all ages and backgrounds. Info here.

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