Meet-Up: Unbelievable Umphress

Alysha in Leonard Bernstein's On The Town on Broadway.

Make your way to Feinstein's at the Nikko - San Francisco's premiere cabaret venue - for a delightful evening beginning with an optional 3-course dinner (menu will be posted here as soon as it's available. (FYI, those joining in the dinner will receive preferrred seating.)

Be sure to get a cocktail, glass of wine, cup of tea, sparkling water and sit back to take in the unbelievable song-stylings of Broadway Star and cabaret songstress Alysha Umphress as she presents her unique show, 15 Stories.

"Listening to Alysha sing a song is not only beautiful, but a masterclass in interpretation!" (- James Sokol)

After the show, stay a little longer for an exclusive discussion with Alysha! Note: tickets must be purchased through the Osher Marin JCC (re: this Eventbrite webpage) to be included in the private discussion).

Space is strictly limited! Tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Alysha Umphress returns to the Nikko with a unique, new show called 15 Stories. Conceived by Jack Viertel and music directed by Bálint Varga, Umphress (On the Town, American Idiot, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, many television and symphony appearances including with the London Symphony and at La Scala) will take the audience on 15 different rides, performing songs that tell a narrative story from beginning to end – theater songs, country songs, pop songs, gospel and more.
Leaving behind – for the moment – the “I love you,” “I wish I was in love,” “Why don’t you love me” genres, each number is a unique journey for a unique character in a unique situation. The songs range from Bock and Harnick and Kurt Weill to Bobby Gentry, John Prine, Randy Newman, Leiber and Stoller, and George Gershwin. This special engagement is an opportunity to see Alysha take on 15 different personae in one evening, featuring one of the most glorious voices there is to be heard anywhere.

Alysha Umphress’ Broadway credits include On the Town (Hildy), American Idiot, On A Clear Day You Can See Forever, Priscilla Queen Of the Desert, and Bring It On. Off Broadway: Scotland, PA, Smokey Joe’s Cafe (Lortel nomination for Best Supporting Actress and Chita Rivera Award winner for Best Ensemble).

Alysha performed the role of Ruth Sherwood in Wonderful Town with the London Symphony Orchestra, which was recorded on the LSO label. Alysha originated the role of Cee Cee Bloom in the world premiere of Beaches at the Signature Theatre (Helen Hayes nomination for Best Leading Actress in a Musical).

Television credits include “Chicago Med,” “Blue Bloods,” “Girls5eva,” “Law and Order: SVU,” “Nurse Jackie,” “Royal Pains,” and “The Climb.” Alysha can now be seen as Murphy in Netflix’s “Bonding.”

Alysha was awarded the gold medal this year at the American Traditions Vocal Competition in Savannah. In addition to the London Symphony Orchestra (under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle), she has sung with the San Francisco Symphony (under the baton on Michael Tilson Thomas) the Boston Pops, The Savannah Philharmonic, the Asheville Symphony, Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg and Orchestre National de Lille and most recently with the Orchestra Teatro Regio Torino at the world famous Teatro alla Scala in Milan.

TRANSPORTATION: Transportation is not included to/from San Francisco.

PREMIERE PRIX FIXE TICKET - Includes preferred seating, prix fixe dinner (see "Prix Fixe Dinner Details" below), cabaret & exclusive discussion ($155/person) - SOLD OUT!

PREMIERE NO-HOST TICKET - Includes preferred seating, reserved seating for dinner - not the dinner itself, but a $25 dinner credit (see "No-Host Dinner Details" below) - cabaret & exclusive discussion ($100/person) - 50% Filled. Reserve Soon!

CABARET TICKET - Cabaret & Exclusive Discussion ($70/person)

Ticket Notes

• All tickets include taxes.
• Premiere tickets include dinner gratuities.
• Tickets do not include drinks.

All tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. They are, however, transferable so may be given to a friend or family member to attend should the original purchaser be unable to join us.

The availability of tickets is strickly limited. Tickets are offered on a first-come, first-served and are non-refundable.

By purchasing a ticket, guests are agreeing to the notes & information on the webpage above.

Alysha in the Papermill Playhouse production of Pump Boys & Dinettes.

The prix fixe dinner includes dinner, taxes & gratuity (re: completely covered by the ticket cost). It will take place in the cabaret of Feinstein's at the Nikko. Seating location is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. The dinner menu is below.

STARTER (Choice of)

CAESAR SALAD

Heart of Romaine, Red Radishes, Shaved Parmigana, Croutons, Yuzu Caesar Dressing

or

SWEET LITTLE GEM SALAD

Bacon bits, radishes, toy box tomatoes, shallot vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE (Choice of)

MARY’S AIRLINE CHICKEN PAN SEARED

Honey Glazed Sweet Potato, Baby Carrot, Crispy Brussels Sprouts, Natural Jus

or

ASAPARAGUS RISOTTO

Mascarpone Cheese, Grilled Asparagus, Parmesan Cheese, Parsley Oil

or

SEARED SILVER SALMON

Soy Beurre Blanc, Local Farm Carrots, Field Fresh Green Beans, Fried Leeks, Local Micro Greens

DESSERT (Choice of)

MOLTEN CHOCOLATE CAKE

Caramel Sauce, Berry with Vanilla Chantilly

or

NEW YORK STYLE CHEESECAKE

Mango Sauce, Berry with Vanilla Chantilly

The no-host (or "Dutch Treat") dinner guarantees a dinner reservation. While it does not include the dinner itself, it does include a $25 credit toward your dinner (which is not covered by the ticket cost). The dinner will take place in Japanese restaurant - the Kanpai Lounge - at the Nikko Hotel. Seating location is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

To see the restaurant menu, click here.

Host or Publisher Kurland Center for Adult Learning & Living