Designer, actor, and musician Isaac Mizrahi will return to Midtown Manhattan’s 54 Below. Back by popular demand, Mizrahi and his band will perform a set titled A Brief History. The performances will take place August 28-31st.
Since his youth in Brooklyn, Isaac Mizrahi has devoted himself to the arts. His career began at age 10 when he bought his first sewing machine. By 1987, Mizrahi presented his first fashion line, garnering critical praise. Since then, his clothing has been sold at chains like Bloomingdales and Nordstrom. Mega-stars like Julia Roberts, Natalie Portman, and Nicole Kidman have also sported his styles.
This success in the designing industry has allowed Mizrahi to pursue other artistic careers, notably music. Mizrahi views himself foremost as an entertainer. Following shows on E! And Oxygen, Mizrahi grew increasingly notable as a public figure. Using this notoriety, he has directed stage productions across the country, including A Little Night Music and The Magic Flute for the Opera Theatre of St. Louis, and Peter and the Wolf at New York’s Guggenheim.
Included in these artistic endeavors is stage performance. Starting with his show on Oxygen, Mizrahi has performed as a jazz singer. However, Mizrahi’s performance is so much more than just music. The New York Times has described Mizrahi as “a founding father of a genre that fuses performance, art, music and stand-up comedy.” His set at 54 Below – titled A Brief History – lives up to its name including everything from Billie Eilish to Cole Porter. On top of music, his shows contain jokes, cultural references, and sarcastic interjections into song lyrics.
Mizrahi will perform at Midtown Manhattan’s 54 Below Club. Broadway producers Tom Viertel, Marc Routh, Richard Frankel and Steve Baruch founded the club to celebrate New York City’s musical talent. 54 Below highlights not only Broadway musicians, but also cabaret, and performers of the Great American Songbook. The club’s intimate environment allows audiences to see their favorite performers in a more somber setting, and allows performers to workshop new materials and collaborate with other artists. Performances at 54 Below have helped develop new Broadway shows and musicals throughout the year.
Tony-Winning designers John Lee Beatty, Ken Billington, and Peter Hylenski designed the 140 person dining room, bringing their stage production know-how. The club’s layout makes it so that no tables are further than 24 feet from the stage, ensuring audience members get the best possible experience. The club also has broadcasting and recording capabilities to preserve its 3 nightly shows. With this unparalleled quality, the club received the 2022 Tony Awards Honor for Excellence in the Theatre. Additionally, 54 Below has gained the name “Broadway’s Living Room” for the number of performers who grace its stage.
Mizrahi and his band will perform August 28-31st. His set will begin at 7:00pm each night. Various ticket and seating tiers are available, starting at $78.50. For more information on Isaac Mizrahi’s performance, visit the 54 Below website here.
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