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Cabaret for the Chronically Dramatic

August 11, 2026

Join a cast of powerhouse vocalists with an evening of dramatic, flashy, and emotionally charged musical theater selections ranging from iconic Broadway hits to lesser-known cult favorites that highlight the darker tones of musicals. Featuring a thrilling blend of rock, haunting ballads, and spooky showstoppers, the evening will celebrate both the theatrical and the unexpected with songs from Labyrinth, Next to Normal, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and Pippin. Featuring a cast of emerging NYC performers, the cabaret highlights fresh interpretations of beloved material through powerhouse vocals and theatrical storytelling. Audiences can expect an energetic and emotionally dynamic night filled with darkly fun moments, heartfelt performances, and larger-than-life musical numbers.

Produced by Gabrielle Karyss, with music direction by Rakesh Mangru.

Featuring:

Miguel Amell
Faith Angeline
Callista Dillinger
Reece Emery
Brynden Foster
Ashley Greco
Bethany Griffin
Gabriela Henriquez
Mandi Marko
Mia McCarthy
Cydney McQuillan-Grace
Kimora Mitchell
Echo Deva Picone (Trevor: The Musical off-Broadway)
Sophie Pugh
Sophia Quintero
Maggie Stephens
Olivia Terpin
Cheyenne Viera

Please note that all artists and acts are subject to change at any time.

Featuring

Gabrielle Karyss, a young woman with wavy brown hair and green eyes, smiles softly. She has clear skin, natural makeup, and wears a burgundy top. The dark, blurred background brings focus to her face.

Gabrielle Karyss

Producer
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A young person with medium brown skin and thick, curly dark hair poses against a textured blue background. Wearing a black, buttoned shirt, Rakesh Mangru looks confidently at the camera with a gentle, neutral expression.

Rakesh Mangru

Music Director
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Miguel Amell, a young man with short dark hair and medium skin tone, stands against a plain gray background. He wears a sleeveless black shirt and looks at the camera with a neutral expression, slightly tilting his head to one side.

Miguel Amell

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Faith Angeline, a young woman with long black twist braids, smiles at the camera. She wears a light pink sweatshirt and a silver initial pendant. Her half-up hair shows off neat edges against a plain gray background.

Faith Angeline

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A young person with long, light brown hair and blue eyes looks calmly at the camera. Callista Dillinger wears a light blue shirt and brown jacket. The background is blurred greenery, with a hint of a path behind them.

Callista Dillinger

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A young woman with long, wavy brown hair and fair skin smiles softly at the camera. She wears a sleeveless green top and stands against a light blue background. Her head is turned slightly over her shoulder, giving a gentle and relaxed expression.

Reece Emery

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Brynden Foster, a young person with short, wavy brown hair and a trimmed beard, smiles gently at the camera. They wear a teal top over a white collared shirt and stand before a softly lit, neutral background.

Brynden Foster

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Ashley Greco, a young woman with long, curly brown hair, smiles warmly at the camera. She wears a black top, hoop earrings, a delicate necklace, and has natural makeup with long eyelashes. The background is a soft gray gradient.

Ashley Greco

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A young woman with long wavy brown hair and fair skin sits in front of a black background. Wearing a sleeveless black top, Bethany Griffin looks calmly at the camera with a soft, neutral expression.

Bethany Griffin

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Gabriela Henriquez, a young woman with wavy, shoulder-length dark hair, smiles warmly at the camera. She wears small hoop earrings and a light pink top against a vibrant red background, with natural, subtle makeup.

Gabriela Henriquez

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A young person with short, dark, wavy hair and fair skin looks at the camera with a neutral expression. They wear a sleeveless denim top and small stud earrings. The background is a solid blue color.

Mandi Marko

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Mia McCarthy, with wavy light brown hair and light eyes, looks at the camera with a soft, confident expression. She wears a black top against a plain gray background, her features highlighted by natural makeup and subtle lighting.

Mia McCarthy

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A woman with fair skin and long, wavy blonde hair looks directly at the camera. Cydney McQuillan-Grace has light hazel eyes, natural makeup, and slightly parted lips. The blurred greenery in the background gives a soft, outdoor feel to the portrait.

Cydney McQuillan-Grace

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A young Black woman with long, shiny, curled black hair poses outdoors, smiling softly. She wears a pink sleeveless top and small stud earrings. Green, leafy trees and bushes form a blurred natural background.

Kimora Mitchell

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A young woman with long, curly auburn hair and light skin looks at the camera with a neutral expression. She has blue eyes, minimal makeup, and wears a delicate gold necklace by Jacob Phillips. The background is plain and light-colored.

Echo Deva Picone

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A young woman with light skin and curly blonde hair with bangs stares forward. She has blue eyes, subtle eye makeup, and rosy lipstick. She wears a sleeveless green top, and the background is dark, making her features stand out.

Sophie Pugh

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Sophia Quintero, a young woman with long, curly brown hair and light skin, poses against an orange background. She wears a green top and subtle makeup with dark eyeliner and pink lipstick, gazing confidently at the camera with a slight smile.

Sophia Quintero

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Maggie Stephens, a young woman with long brown hair and fair skin, looks at the camera in a black off-the-shoulder top. She stands against a neutral, softly textured background, wearing natural makeup and a slight, confident smile.

Maggie Stephens

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Olivia Terpin, a young woman with long brown hair and blonde highlights, smiles at the camera. She wears a sleeveless red top and natural makeup against a solid dark brown background.

Olivia Terpin

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A smiling Cheyenne Viera with medium brown skin and short, shoulder-length dreadlocks, dark at the roots fading to blondish-brown tips. They wear a black sleeveless top and nose ring; the blurred background appears to be stone steps.

Cheyenne Viera

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Pricing

  • $19.50 (includes $4.50 in fees) – $47 (includes $7 in fees)
  • VIP Seating: $58 (includes $8 in fees)
  • Premiums: $74.50 (includes $9.50 in fees)
  • Additional $6 If Purchased At Venue
  • Order Fees: 10% of ticket price, plus $3 facility fee
  • $25 Food & Beverage Minimum

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