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cabaret & performance conference

John McDaniel, Artistic Director

The Cabaret & Performance Conference brings some of the biggest names in Cabaret Theater to perform at the O’Neill each summer. Join us for a new show every night! 

Atlantic Broadband is the premier sponsor of the 2019 Cabaret & Performance Conference.

july 31 at 8pm   •  

This joyous musical celebration kicking off the 2019 Cabaret season is free to the public – come one, come all to get a preview of the next nine nights! Become an O’Neill member to get first access to seats.

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august 1 at 8pm   •

Brad Simmons steps back into the spotlight with his intimate Storytellers, in which he explores the music of James Taylor, Dolly Parton, Tom Petty, Randy Newman, and Billy Joel.

 

With special guest, 10-time MAC Award-winner, Lennie Watts!

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august 2 at 8pm   •

Tori Scott is Thirsty! in her hilarious tour de force celebrating poor life choices and an unconditional love of vodka. She has gained ecstatic reviews from New York to Edinburgh — the voice is legit and the thirst is real.

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august 4 at 8pm   •

International entertainer and O’Neill favorite, Barb Jungr returns with a new show featuring songs by world-class songwriters including Jacques Brel, Tom Rush, Elvis Costello, and Leonard Cohen. Mark Hartman will accompany on the piano.

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august 6 at 8pm   •

A theatrical legend making her O’Neill Cabaret debut at age 95, Carole’s stage and screen career anecdotes are hysterical and historical — an evening not to be missed! Directed by David Galligan.

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august 7 at 7pm & 9pm   •

The O’Neill celebrates the 10th season of the Junior Fellows with We Are The Champions: The Music of Queen! Join us for two electric performances under the direction of Brad Simmons. Emerging peformers include: Chris Gregor, Emma Kathryn, Chloe Kolbenheyer, Makayla O’Connor, Nina Pezzello, Erich Phelps, Spencer Stanley, and Arielle Sussman. Returning almuni include: Katie Emery, Kellan Harrod, Dalton Harrod, Jake Poulios, Allegra Rosa, Laura Spineti, and Braiden Sunshine.

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august 8 at 8pm   •

The 2019 Cabaret Fellows take the stage in a show of their own design. Join us

for an evening of songs and stories from emerging performers on the cabaret scene. Performers include: Ellen Allan Helane Blumfield, Peter Davenport, Cathy Glickman, Gillian Hassert, and Kyle Torrence. 

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august 9 at 8pm   •

The Hamilton actor brings his critically acclaimed performance of music, dance, spoken word, and storytelling to the O’Neill for one night only! Featuring Preston Dugger III, aka DJ Duggz, with direction by Lileana Blain-Cruz.

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august 10 at 8pm   •

This cavalcade of performers — and a few surprises — is a sell-out every year, and promises to be a fantastic show to wrap the season!

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Join our mailing list for inside information about our summer season, or become a member for ticket discounts and summer season perks.

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Atlantic Broadband is the premier sponsor of the 2019 Cabaret & Performance Conference.

CONTACT & VISIT

(860) 443 - 1238

boxoffice@theoneill.org

305 Great Neck Rd • Waterford, CT 06385  

HOURS

Box Office Opens June 5, 2019

Tuesday - Sunday, 12 - 7 PM

COME EARLY • STAY LATE

Grab a drink from our full-service bar and mingle with artists and staff, amidst fifty years of theatrical history.

HOURS

Open June 5 through August 10

Sunday - Thursday, 6 PM - 1 AM

Friday & Saturday, 6 PM - 2 AM

The best way to experience #ONeillSummer. Benefits include access to member presale, free tickets, discounted tickets and merchandise, invitations to artist receptions, reserved parking, and more!

Individual and Corporate Memberships Available

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