Jim Caruso
SHOWS
Jim Caruso’s Cast Party
“The gold standard of open mic nights.” -The Wall Street Journal
Think “American Idol” meets “The Tonight Show.” Imagine Martin Short and Liza throw a hip house party around the baby grand…and you’re invited!
Cast Party is a wildly popular happening that has brought Broadway glitz and urbane wit to the legendary Birdland in New York City every Monday night since 2003. It is the ultimate spot to mix and mingle with show folk and the people who love them. Cast Party is a hilariously impromptu open mic/variety show where showbiz superstars and up-and-comers deliver jaw-dropping musical performances and razzle-dazzle.
Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch
“Ace pianist-saloon singer Billy Stritch and funny, fast-thinking Jim Caruso, the dapper emcee of the popular Monday night “Cast Party” shows at Birdland, are pooling their very considerable talents for a nimble, nonstop, musical show-business bonanza with as much rhythm and class as the feet of Fred Astaire. It’s the happiest little show in town.” -Rex Reed, The New York Observer
A Swinging Christmas
A Swinging Christmas, which the Wall Street
Journal called “the best possible way to spend Christmas,” captures the essence of the seasonal holiday TV specials that inspired it! Every year since 2010, Jim Caruso, BillyStritch, and Klea Blackhurst have brought a combination of talent, wit,
and holiday spirit to each memorable performance.