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Performing Arts - Intimate Nights: The Golden Age of New York Cabaret

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Book Synopsis: • Fully revised updated and expanded edition of an ASCAP-Deems Taylor Award winner that sold more than 10,000 copies• Cultural history plus celebrity anecdotes• Up-to-the-minute look at the current New York cabaret scene

Intimate Nights is the definitive history of cabaret as it evolved in New York City in the years after World War II. But that doesn't mean it's dry and academic. Good heavens, no! Settle in for racy tales of nightlife, revealed in interviews with dozens of the people who lived it: Bobby Short, Eartha Kitt, Mabel Mercer, Bette Midler, and many more. Author James Gavin has tracked down rare, early stories about the legends who came out of New York nightclubs—and that means Barbra Streisand, Woody Allen, Nichols and May, Johnny Mathis, Carol Burnett, Lenny Bruce, among others. Part cultural history, part celebrity gossip, Intimate Nights offers an intimate look at the creatures of the nightclubs.

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Experience the glamour, excitement, and allure of New York City's legendary cabaret scene with Intimate Nights: The Golden Age of New York Cabaret. This fully revised, updated, and expanded edition is an ASCAP-Deems Taylor Award winner that has captivated over 10,000 readers worldwide.

Immerse yourself in the cultural history of cabaret as you delve into the pages of this must-have book. But don't expect a dry and academic read. No, no, no! Intimate Nights is a thrilling journey filled with racy tales and captivating celebrity anecdotes. Through exclusive interviews, author James Gavin takes you behind the scenes, giving you an up-close and personal look at the lives of iconic figures such as Bobby Short, Eartha Kitt, Mabel Mercer, Bette Midler, and so many more.

Discover the secrets and scandals that unfolded in the legendary New York nightclubs. Uncover rare stories about the legends who graced the stage and captured the hearts of millions. From Barbra Streisand to Woody Allen, Nichols and May to Johnny Mathis, Carol Burnett to Lenny Bruce - Intimate Nights leaves no stone unturned in its quest to share the magic of New York cabaret.

Intimate Nights is not just a history book or a collection of gossip; it's an extraordinary blend of both. It offers an intimate glimpse into the fascinating lives of these captivating creatures of the nightclubs. Whether you're a fan of cabaret, a history enthusiast, or simply someone seeking an enthralling read, this book is an absolute must-have addition to your collection.

Are you ready to journey into the past and experience the allure of New York's Golden Age of Cabaret? Don't miss out on this tantalizing book. Secure your copy of Intimate Nights: The Golden Age of New York Cabaret today and embark on a journey you'll never forget.

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