Davenport’s Piano Bar & Cabaret, Chicago’s premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting, announces its roster of December performances in its Cabaret and Piano Bar. Davenport’s, 1383 North Milwaukee Ave., is open Thursdays 7 - 11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m. and Sundays from 6 - 11 p.m. Performers, tickets and more are available at DavenportsPianoBar.com.
Please note: All patrons must be 21 years old or older. Masks are suggested for all guests when not seated or drinking.
All performances in The Cabaret are ticketed events with a two-drink minimum on the night of the performance.
In The Cabaret this December are:
Dominick Pupa
Dom We Now Our Gay Apparel
- Friday, Dec. 2 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $25 with a two-drink minimum
Dominick Pupa returns to Davenport's with Dom We Now Our Gay Apparel, his annual holiday show skewering the best and worst of the year. A sleighful of jokes, a stocking full of songs.
Levi Kreis
Levi Kreis Holiday Show
- Saturday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $45 with a two-drink minimum
Levi Kreis’s stunning piano/vocal holiday show infuses gospel, country, rockabilly and jazz into a fresh and flawless collection of Christmas classics and holiday favorites. His storytelling and comedic timing will have audiences in stitches while his ability to embody a song will bring them to tears. Don't miss this unique and intimate evening from one of Broadway’s Tony award-winning talents.
Chicago Cabaret Professionals
Merry Measures
Monday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. - Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m.
- Tickets are $20 with a two-drink minimum
A two-part charitable event sharing that songs can make a difference - uplifting, comedic, seasonal or heartfelt. In the past years, Chicago Cabaret Professionals have donated to Teen Living and the Auditorium Theatre's Hearts to Art program, in 2022 the concerts will benefit Ukraine.
Joe Augustinsky
Christmas in Chicago
- Thursday, Dec. 8 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $15 with a two-drink minimum
Joe Augustinsky’s year-long quest to write a song a week comes to a thrilling conclusion in the month of December, which can only mean one thing: Christmas songs. Stop on by for original music about Christmas, original music about not-Christmas, more surprise guests and possible audience participation.
Kevin Wood
Holidazed
- Friday, Dec. 9 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $25 with a two-drink minimum
Join Kevin Wood, and music director Howard Pfeifer, on a nostalgic (and often comedic) journey through the joys and challenges of the holiday season. Experience this time of year through the lyrics and melodies of a delightful combination of holiday classics and new, soon-to-be, favorites!
Miriam Plotkin
Anxiety Tonight (Pigtails are Kosher)
- Saturday, Dec. 10 at 8 p.m.
- Saturday, Dec. 17 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $25 with a two-drink minimum
Miriam Plotkin returns for her 10th year in the smash comedy Anxiety Tonight (Pigtails are Kosher), a Jewish themed parody song filled cabaret. In true Allen Sherman fashion, Plotkin takes audiences on a journey that is both hilarious and educational. Get ready to experience vaudeville and laugh your “OY” off.
Melanie Burbules
Young Old Soul
- Sunday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.
- Tickets are $20 with a two-drink minimum
Young Old Soul is a celebration of an enigmatic life and a one-woman show, featuring more than one woman. Melanie Burbles and friends, with Sarah Jenks, on piano, reflect on and explore all of the gray areas of life and womanhood on the other side of 30, through operatic song, comedy and storytelling.
Chicago College of Performing Arts
The Cycle of Our Lives
- Monday, Dec. 12 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $15 with a two-drink minimum
The graduating Musical Theatre class from the Chicago College of Performing Arts is proud to present The Cycle Of Our Lives. Join them for a night filled with hits from your favorite musical theatre song cycles, like 13 Stories Down, Songs for A New World, Edges and others.
Edmund Bagnell
Home for the Holidays
- Thursday, Dec. 15 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $25 with a two-drink minimum
The countdown to the holidays is on, and through music and humor singer and violinist Edmund Bagnell shares his heartfelt and humorous recipe for a perfectly imperfect holiday season. Bagnelli will be joined on stage by the legendary Beckie Menzie on piano.
Laura Dellis
A Very Dellis Holiday
Friday, Dec. 16 at 8 p.m.- Tickets are $10 with a two-drink minimum
Come celebrate all the holidays of the year with Laura Dellis- because why does Christmas get to have all the fun? Laugh your way through the year as Dellis recounts what each holiday means to her through stand-up comedy and singing. It's sure to be a night to remember...or forget...time will tell.
Cathy Glickman and Anna Palermo
It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like…
Sunday, Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.- Tickets are $25 with a two-drink minimum
Cathy Glickman and Anna Palermo's musical duo partnership continues with a holiday show with something for everyone From classic holiday church favorites to modern rock, blues, musical theatre and creative parodies, these two promise you a night of warm and lighthearted fun.
Ruchir Khazanchi
Ruchir Khazanchi: The Baby Sings
- Monday, Dec. 19 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $12 with a two-drink minimum
Ruchir Khazanchi debuts his original music and showcases his range with selections from musicals to covers of contemporary pop hits. Enjoy music, stories and conversation good enough to warm your soul through the winter.
Cam Ezell
Cam Ezell Presents: A Very Bublé Christmas
- Thursday, Dec. 22 at 8 p.m
- Tickets are $15 with a two-drink minimum
Cam Ezell is a Chicagoland native and has appeared on numerous stages including the Marriott Theatre, Drury Lane Theatre and Skokie Theatre where he last performed a solo cabaret benefit concert. He is currently studying at the University of Miami in Florida and is excited to return home for the holidays to make his Davenport's debut where he will sing some of his favorite holiday songs in the style of Michael Bublé, as well as some of Bublé's other timeless pieces including "Home" and "Heartache Tonight." This show is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
Eric Burgett
Davenport’s Goes Country with Eric Burgett
- Saturday, Dec. 30 at 8 p.m.
- Tickets are $15 with a two-drink minimum and includes a complimentary glass of champagne after the performance
Eric Burgett is blazing his own trail of standout country music with 88-keys and the truth, following in the footsteps of legends such as Charlie Rich, Ronnie Milsap, Jerry Lee Lewis and Phil Vassar. Join Davenport's in welcoming Nashville Recording Artist Eric Burgett on as he takes you down a "nowhere road" in his hometown of Latham, Illinois where he grew up on the family farm and an old upright piano at his parents’ tavern, The Korn Krib, was a launchpad for his dreams which led him to Nashville, Tennessee. Billboard says, “"Eric Burgett, one of the most unique talents you will find in Music City. His writing and performing definitely fit in with what is out there on the radio, but with his piano base, he definitely sets himself apart."
Elizabeth Doyle & David Edelfelt
De-Lovely: An Evening of (mostly) Cole Porter
- Saturday, Dec. 31 at 8 p.m
- Tickets are $30 with a two-drink minimum and includes a complimentary glass of champagne after the performance
After garnering standing ovations in performances from Chicago to New York to Paris to the Cole Porter Festival, this showcase of the words and music of the inimitable Cole Porter returns to Davenport's for an encore performance especially tailored to celebrate New Year's Eve. David Edelfelt and Elizabeth Doyle take turns at the piano, playing for themselves and each other as their solos and duets bring to life the depth, comedy and genius of Cole's lyrics through many familiar tunes and a few lesser-known gems. Added to the mix will be a few holiday songs including originals from both artists. Joining them for the evening will be Andy Danckers on bass and Ed Koehler on percussion.
December in The Piano Bar includes:
Events held in The Piano Bar do not have a drink minimum and no reservations are required, unless mentioned below.
New Year’s Eve Special Event
Nitz and Howe Experience
- Saturday, Dec. 31 - doors open at 8:30 p.m. - show from 9:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
- Tickets are $25
You are invited to ring in the new year and the launch of Davenport’s 25th Anniversary with favorites Nitz & Howe and a special New Year’s Eve performance. Ring in 2023 at Davenport’s with song and laughter and a countdown to midnight with a champagne toast and party favors. The New Year’s Eve performance is limited to only 50 tickets.
Reservations are required for this Piano Bar special event and the ticket link is here.
Events held in The Piano Bar do not have a drink minimum and no reservations are required, unless mentioned below.
Sundays 8 - 10 p.m.
Sunday Night Social Lounge, hosted by Micky York
No cover or drink minimum.
Mondays 8 - 11 p.m.
Holiday Open Mic
Holiday Open Mic With George Howe and Dan Michel where performers may bring sheet music, holiday and non-holiday to perform in the Piano Bar.
Monday, Dec. 12 - “Hallelujah Chorus”
In addition to the Open Mic, George Howe and Dan Michel will lead all attending in George Frideric Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus.”
No cover or drink minimum.
Fridays 8:30 - 11:30 p.m.
George Howe performs in The Piano Bar every Friday night
No cover or drink minimum.
Saturdays 9 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Every Saturday: The Nitz & Howe Experience
Davenport favorites Daryl Nitz and George Howe perform in The Piano Bar
Saturday appearances have a $5 cover, with no drink minimum.
ABOUT DAVENPORT’S PIANO BAR & CABARET
Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret is Chicago's premier location for enjoying music in an intimate setting. With two performance spaces, visitors, 21 years old and older, may enjoy performances by national and local talent. The cabaret room has performances most nights showcasing a variety of types of music. The piano bar provides music from an accomplished roster of musicians and a talented serving staff that can both make a drink and sing you a Broadway-caliber song.
