This past Wednesday, my friend Ken Starrett, along with my cabaret colleagues Rian Keating, AG Axelrod, Anthony Santelmo, Jr, Brian O'Connor, Evangeline Johns, and Nancy Winston welcomed back cabaret singer Debra Vogel in her first New York performance in three years. Her show, "Debra Vogel: It's A Jungle Out There" was presented at The Salmagundi Club in Manhattan to an enthusiastic packed audience. It was a delight from start to finish showcasing Debra's talents not only as a terrific singer but also as a marvelous interpreter of lyrics. I never cease to be amazed at Debra's versatility. She has an impressive vocal range. She can sing a very moving love song using her beautiful soprano voice and then immediately switch gears and with her lower register, she can be extremely funny performing a comic number. The show was very well-directed by Debra's husband Elfin Vogel and choreographed by Nora Brown. The musical director was the incomparable Darryl Curry, who also served as pianist and occasional vocalist, giving Debra excellent support throughout the program. It was so great to see Debra back in New York City performing again. I hope she reprises this show very soon. To paraphrase Jerry Herman, Debra, "it's so nice to have you back where you belong". Can't wait to see and hear you again. Brava!

“…this lady has great pipes and seems like she can sing anything…She’s someone to watch and to go to see”.

“Ms. Vogel is a sly and knowing comedienne who can also deliver a richly heartfelt ballad”.

What can I say - you were terrific last night! You personality and presence shined through and totally captivated the audience. Touching and funny and wonderful song choices.And your voice sounded great. Scott and I enjoyed it so much - so proud of you and many many congratulations! Hope to see many more DV shows in the future :) I FELT LUCKY to experience your beautiful art.

I really enjoyed myself. Not only did you sing beautifully, but I loved the way you drew us into the stories of each piece you selected with your acting and choreography. It all weaved together very nicely into the theme of the entire program "I Feel Lucky."

You were awesome! What a voice and presence you have, and it was amazing to hear it fill the atrium.

You are simply an artist. You found so many nuances of emotion and humor....it was very impressive. Oh, and your movement choices were delightful as well.

You and Darryl knocked it out of the park again!!! I really enjoy seeing the both of you perform. Your incredible talent and great sense of humor combine to make a fantastic show. I truly feel lucky to know you and that I get to see you perform.

It was just what the doctor ordered to lift my spirits! Thank you so much for sharing your gift.

Oh Debra, it was just thrilling to watch your performance! I am so in awe of your singing, dancing, commentary, and poise. You have wonderful stage presence and musical talent. I especially appreciated your content. It resonated and captured this stage of life we are in, having lived through enough that we know how lucky we are! Cathie and I have been mulling over the themes of your performance as we have reveled in the joy of watching you!

It was raunchy and real, joyous and tumultuous, quirky and tender. You took us to so many corners of ourselves and just let us have it! Brilliant show, Debra, brilliant you. Congrats to you, Darryl and your team.