
A Singular Sensation!
Thursday, July 27, 2023
Genre: Cabaret
An evening of music from Broadway to Hollywood, and everything in between, sung by the stars of our annual Christmas Show as they sing their all-time favorite tunes with emcee Vinnie Medugno! We’ll end the show with a little bit of Christmas in July! Also starring, Victoria Billabla, Tom Cintula, Madison Gatullo, Jenny Kelly, Bill Newstad, Diane Papazian, Al Pica, Marcus Simeone, and Carmen Stone.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

Rich-Richie Show!
Friday, July 28, 2023
Genre: Comedy
Richie Byrnes and Nanci Richards joined forces to have you laughing up a storm. Richie’s comedy credits include such well-known clubs as Dangerfield’s, Caroline’s on Broadway and Gotham Comedy Club in New York City. Richie is proud to be the warm-up act for the hit series, “The Dr. Oz Show” since it’s debut in 2009. Richie’s other daytime warm-up credits include “The Rachael Ray Show”, “The Chew”, “The Jane Pauley Show” as well as the sit-com “Murphy Brown”. Nanci Richards, school teacher-by-day, comedian-by-night has been on the comedian for over 25 years. As a lifelong Staten Islander, her jokes revolve around life here.Nanci Richards who is well known for her ladies night comedy shows, she’s been on The View, and voted SI Live/AWE’s Best Favorite Comedian.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

Packy Lynch Trio featuring Ray Scro
Saturday, July 29, 2023
Genre: Jazz, Afro-Cuban
An intimate curated night of Jazz, Afro-Cuban rhythms and funk! Celebrate a tribute to the heat and soul of a summer in New York City with The Packy Lynch Trio featuring Ray Scro. Join them for an evening with the effervescent and effortless chemistry of friends as these amazing musicians have been playing together for over 15 years and promises to deliver a show for the true music lovers out there!
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

Light the Lights – A Broadway Revue!
Thursday, August 3, 2023
Genre: Musical Theatre
A spectacular Broadway revue enjoying your favorite tunes from Gypsy, Ghost, Wicked, Little Shop of Horrors,and more! Featuring Madison Gattullo (Miss Richmond County 2023), Nadia Anwar (Miss Staten Island’s Teen 2023), Sofia Borgognone (Miss Richmond County’s Teen 2023), Amelia Gordon (Miss Staten Island’s Teen 2022), Hayley Bond (Miss Richmond County’s Teen 2022).
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

The Buffalo 24
Friday, August 4, 2023
Genre: Acoustic Pop/Rock
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

Staten Island! The Musical
Saturday, August 5, 2023
Genre: Musical Comedy
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

A Special Reunion with Vinnie Medugno and Charlie Romo
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Genre: Doo-wop/American Songbook
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

The Michael Morreale Group
Friday, August 11, 2023
Genre: Jazz
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

GULES Live!
Saturday, August 12, 2023
Genre: Indie Jazz
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

IlluminArt Productions Presents Guided by The Stars: A Musical Celebration of Astrology
Friday, August 18, 2023
Genre: Musical Theatre
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

The Soulful Sounds of Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Kahn and Al Green!
Saturday, August 19, 2023
Genre: R&B/Soul
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum




Good Grief: A Song For Every Stage of the Cycle
Friday, September 8, 2023
Genre: Musical Theatre
Join producers April Lavalle and Jenny Kelly for “Good Grief: a Song for Every Stage of the Cycle.” Experience a cathartic evening hearing some of the most exciting talent from New York City and Staten Island sing through denial, anger, bargaining, and acceptance. A musical evening that examines every stage of life through song.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

IlluminArt Productions presents Not Your Typical Puppet Show!
Saturday, September 9, 2023
Genre: Improv
“Not Your Typical Puppet Show” is a brand-new improv troupe that mixes “Avenue Q”’s uncensored puppets and the wacky games of “Whose Line is It Anyway” for a night of hilarious improv. What would happen if puppets decided to teach lessons about bad blind dates, nursing hangovers, scandalous neighbors, and more.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

IlluminArt Productions and Pride Center of Staten Island Presents Drag Coronation
Thursday September 14, 2023
Genre: Drag Show/Contest
IlluminArt and Pride Center of Staten Island presents Drag Coronation! Hosted by Jerrica Stone, the biggest Broadway beltress around, help welcome amateur drag kings and queens as they sashay their way to Drag Royalty. Come and help our judges including Doris Dear, 3X MAC Awards recipient for Best Impersonation/Drag Artist, crown the best queen/king in the drag competition for the ages! Ten contestants will be chosen for each show prior to the event and must agree on the terms. Contestants are required to submit a 1-2 minute video highlighting their drag personality/talent to Justin.illluminart@gmail.com to be considered. Contestants will be scored on talent and lip sink for their lives! (90 second performance)
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

Believe in Fate – Parlour Magic!
Friday, September 15, 2023
Genre: Mentalist/Illusion
In the early 1900’s, magic was performed right before the spectator’s eyes in intimate parlours in the swankiest of establishments. Believe In Fate is bringing back some of that charm and allure of the early days with mentalist and illusionist, Robert Gorgoglione, Rey Fuentes, and emcee Bill Nestad. Join us for a night of close up magic and mentalism.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

The Colonel Mastodon Comedy
Saturday September 16, 2023
Genre: Comedy
The Colonel Mastodon Comedy is a touring stand-up comedy show, based in New Jersey and playing all over the Tri-State area for more than a decade. Its founders, Reggie Parker and Dan Farley, through its production, are able to promote up and coming stand-up comedians that always bring the house down.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum


IlluminArt Productions presents MUSICAL MADNESS – TOGA EXTRAVAGANZA
Friday, September 22, 2023
Genre: Musical Comedy
Party hardy and get those solo cups ready! Your only requirements is a love of the best party music throughout the years from pop, rock to musical theater. Of course, we’ll be adding a toga costume contest!
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum


Tatiana Mroczek & Friends Sing Broadway Classics
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Genre: Musical Theatre
Vocalist Tatiana Mroczek, Miss Staten Island 2022, has appeared on the stages of Broadway’s Music Box Theatre, Radio City Music Hall, Feinstein’s/54 Below, Don’t Tell Mama, the Cutting Room, and Columbia University’s Roone Alredge Auditorium. Watch her and special guests sing selections from Broadway favorites, “West Side Story,” “Les Miserables,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “My Fair Lady,” “Grease,” “Anything Goes,” and more! This is a dreamy evening of music that is not to be missed.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum





Gules Live!
Friday, October 6, 2023
Genre: Indie Jazz
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum


IlluminArt Productions presents Trivia Night! Survival of the Nerdiest
Thursday, October 12, 2023
Genre: Game
Test your knowledge with an extremely fun session of games complete with some fun adorkable prizes. Explore the worlds of Westeros, Comics, Fantasy, Disney, Sci Fi, and more in Survival of the Nerdiest.
Tickets $20 – Two Drink Minimum


A NIGHT OUT WITH JULIO VINCENT GAMBUTO
Friday, October 13, 2023
Genre: One-Person Show, Comedy, Book Reading
An evening that will make you laugh, cry, and think about the truly odd times we live in. Julio grew up on Staten Island and has been a loud champion for the borough in Hollywood, in his work, and in his life. He is the director of “Team Marco,” an independent family film that he shot entirely on the Island. Heralded my Leonard Maltin as “a life-affirming feel-good movie” and applauded by the New York Times for his “golden view” of his hometown, the movie was picked up by Samuel Goldwyn Film and Hulu. A writer, director, and performer, Julio has mastered the mic at Caroline’s on Broadway, Gotham Comedy Club, the Comedy Store, and ACME Comedy Theater. His first one-man show “Julie from Staten Island” ran in Times Square’s Theater Row for two years. When the pandemic hit, Julio attracted worldwide attention for his essay “Prepare for the Ultimate Gaslighting,” which circled the globe in 48 hours, reaching over 21 million readers in 29 countries. He joins us at the VG Lounge for this special evening to tell stories, laugh with us about the madness of the modern world, and share selections from his new book, “Please Unsubscribe, Thanks!” from Simon & Schuster. Learn more at www.juliovincent.com.
Tickets $35 – Two Drink Minimum

Doris Dear’s Gurl Talk
Saturday, October 14, 2023
Genre: Drag, Storytelling, Cabaret
If you’re looking for a show that’s equal parts heartwarming and hilarious, look no further than “Doris Dear’s Gurl Talk” starring award-winning TV host, storyteller, singer and comedian Doris Dear. Stories of growing up with her parents Taffy and Duke in Staten Island shouldn’t be missed! Doris Dear is a popular character created by native Staten Islander, Ray DeForest. Growing up with parents Taffy and Duke inspired many of the hilarious stories and anecdotes used throughout the shows. Doris Dear’s unique blend of humor and heart earned her numerous awards, including 3 prestigious MAC Awards for Best Impersonation/Drag Artist and 2 Telly Awards and a Communicator award for her TV series, “Doris Dear’s Gurl Talk” on the BroadwayonDeamand streaming network. Doris Dear’s live show “Doris Dear’s Gurl Talk” is a blend of music, comedy, and storytelling, where she regales audiences with tales from her past in Staten Island and insights into the world. Her performances, known for their infectious humor and Broadway belting, making her a beloved figure in the theater community. Doris Dear celebrates the power of self-expression and the importance of staying true to oneself, inspiring audiences everywhere to embrace their own unique identities.
Tickets $35 – Two Drink Minimum

Fuzz on the Improv
Thursday, October 19, 2023
Genre: Comedy
A night of comedy brought to you the way that only Staten Island’s own Fuzz on the Lens Productions can. We promise you’ll laugh, we hope you won’t cry and we’d love to tell you what else to expect, but no one really knows…and that’s the point.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

IlluminArt Productions Presents Guided by The Stars: A Musical Celebration of Astrology
Friday, October 20, 2023
Genre: Musical Theatre
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

IlluminArt Productions presents NOT YOUR TYPICAL PUPPET SHOW!
Friday, October 20, 2023
Genre: Musical Theatre
“We Play With Puppets” returns with comedy that mixes “Avenue Q”’s uncensored puppets and the wacky games of “Whose Line is It Anyway” for a night of hilarious improv.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum


L-O-V-E: A Celebration of Nat King Cole
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Genre: Jazz, Pop
Alex Leonard, Jay Leonhart and Al Gafa make up The Sutton Place Trio. Nat King Cole, one of the most identifiable voices in American popular music was also one of jazz’s finest pianists. His unique sound and remarkable sense of swing led him to be a major influence and inspiration. Having sold 50 million records in his lifetime the Capitol Records building in Hollywood is still referred to today as, “The House that Nat Built”. Despite his stardom in music and television he often encountered a world of prejudice. Despite such personal and professional challenges he projected enormous dignity with the power of his talent, grace and gentle demeanor.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum

Believe in Fate: Spooktacular
Friday, October 27, 2023
Genre: Mentalist/Illusion
The world’s most famous magician, Harry Houdini, passed away 97 years ago on Halloween. Join us, as we attempt to bring some magic and perhaps the spirit of the great Houdini to the St. George! It will be spooktacular!
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum


A NIGHT OUT WITH JULIO VINCENT GAMBUTO
Thursday, November 2, 2023
Genre: One-Person Show, Comedy, Book Reading
An evening that will make you laugh, cry, and think about the truly odd times we live in. Julio grew up on Staten Island and has been a loud champion for the borough in Hollywood, in his work, and in his life. He is the director of “Team Marco,” an independent family film that he shot entirely on the Island. Heralded my Leonard Maltin as “a life-affirming feel-good movie” and applauded by the New York Times for his “golden view” of his hometown, the movie was picked up by Samuel Goldwyn Film and Hulu. A writer, director, and performer, Julio has mastered the mic at Caroline’s on Broadway, Gotham Comedy Club, the Comedy Store, and ACME Comedy Theater. His first one-man show “Julie from Staten Island” ran in Times Square’s Theater Row for two years. When the pandemic hit, Julio attracted worldwide attention for his essay “Prepare for the Ultimate Gaslighting,” which circled the globe in 48 hours, reaching over 21 million readers in 29 countries. He joins us at the VG Lounge for this special evening to tell stories, laugh with us about the madness of the modern world, and share selections from his new book, “Please Unsubscribe, Thanks!” from Simon & Schuster. Learn more at www.juliovincent.com.
Tickets $35 – Two Drink Minimum

Joan Caddell and the Midnight Choir – Up Close and Personal!
Saturday, November 4, 2023
Genre: Rock
Don’t miss this romantic evening of music to remember. Join Joan Caddell & The Midnight Choir (Scott Caddell, Dave Stoler, Sal Azzarelli and Robert Bocignone), voted Staten Island’s Best Original Band, for an intimate performance of acoustic, electric and original songs.
Tickets $25 – Two Drink Minimum