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Alan Cumming Sings Sappy Songs

Named one of the most fun people in show business by Time Magazine, Olivier and Tony-Award winning actor, singer and author Alan Cumming makes his debut in Melbourne with a raucous one-man show. Alan Cumming: Sings Sappy Songs is an eclectic, wildly entertaining mix of intimate stories - from the sentimental to the sassy - and witty reinterpretations of pop songs and stage classics, especially tailored for his tour down under.

Sings Sappy Songs is inspired by Cumming’s year hosting the infamous “Club Cumming” in his dressing room during the revival of Cabaret on Broadway and recently scored rave reviews during a residency at New York’s legendary Carlyle Hotel.  Joining him on stage for a night of irreverent humour and mischief-making is long-time collaborator and Emmy Award-winning musical director Lance Horne. Both will be rocking out with an Australian band.  

Alan Cumming is a shape-shifting trickster, as enthralling and nimble with Shakespeare as he is with show tunes, and an irresistible presence in any room. He’s garnered a legion of fans through his career on stage and screen, including his acclaimed turn as Eli Gold on CBS’s The Good Wife, and his work as a columnist and author of the NY Times Best Selling memoir, Not My Father's Son.

"In the underpopulated arena of male cabaret singers, Mr. Cumming may be the only one with the talent and drive to change its direction.” – New York Times.

“Forget sexy. Tony Award winner Alan Cumming is bringing cabaret back. In the one man show, the Scottish actor-singer unveils a naughty and comical evening. His visceral banter is balanced by his performance of kooky and mainstream songs. Yes, this irresistible scamp has feelings. But he is first and foremost fabulous.” - Los Angeles Times.

“Taking command of the stage with the ease of a vaudevillian who has been treading the boards for decades, Mr. Cumming entertained with a capital E.”- New York Times

Reviews

Rating: 4.7 out of 5 based on 102 reviews
  • Rating: 2 out of 5

    Not Good

    by A Fan on 4/9/24Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    He’s so talented. I was very excited to see him perform. But was very disappointed in his monologue and song choices.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Superb

    by A Fan on 4/9/24Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    Alan Cumming is a great talent. Throughly enjoyed the evening.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Multi-talented!

    by Fabulous! on 4/9/24Wells Hall at The Parker - Ft Lauderdale

    Fabulous performance. Makes it an intimate experience. Alan is multi-talented and you get to experience all of it. This is the third time we have seen him and Alan Cumming never disappoints! Leaves you wanting more. Until next time….

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    We never laughed so hard

    by Lisa on 3/13/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    We laughed alot and loved the name drops! He was fabulous and band was a cool addition.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Excellent

    by DW on 3/11/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    Excellent performance!!! Music and stories were both entertaining and thoughtful.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    So much fun!

    by Ty from Texas on 3/10/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    What a fun night of songs and stories! I am such a fan and this night gave me everything I needed!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Stunning Cumming

    by Peaches on 3/10/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    Mr Cumming managed to be, as always, witty and incredibly entertaining with stories and observations about himself and his philosophy of life and time. His voice is stronger than ever and he provided his audience with an evening that surpassed even high expectations.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Absolutely delightful…!

    by AlliGrrl on 3/10/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    At the end of this show I really just wished I was Alan’s friend. I laughed, I cried, I loved every minute!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Alan is amazing!

    by Chocobyo on 3/9/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    Lots of fun! Time just flew by I was enjoying the show so much. Would go see him again

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Amazing!!!

    by Kat on 3/9/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    A great show. Time flew by and I had a wonderful date night.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Alan Cumming😍

    by Jen on 3/9/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    Alan was absolutely wonderful! So hilarious, an amazing singer and entertainer! Brilliant performance ! Had a wonderful evening! ❤️ you Alan Cumming!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Funny Yet Incredibly Touching

    by NaitiveHoustonian on 3/9/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    We expected a good show from Alan Cumming, a few songs and amusing showbiz quips. In reality, we were treated to a marvelously pertinent set list to complement some hilarious stories but as funny as they were some were incredibly personal and touching. Alan exposed his vulnerability on stage that only highlighted his versatility. If you want to experience a masterful and acutely personal show, don’t miss this performance!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    A great evening!

    by TAN on 3/9/24Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center - Houston

    I took a friend from high school. As it turns out we are the same age as Alan. We could relate to "Not behaving your age". Loved the music and anecdotes!!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Even better than I anticipated

    by Fellow Scot on 2/7/24Pantages Theatre - Minneapolis

    This was rollicking good fun from start to finish! Both performers recounted numerous funny anecdotes and the vocal numbers were tremendous. So glad we decided to take this in.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Alan Cumming and Ari Shapiro cabaret was amazing.

    by Steve on 2/7/24Pantages Theatre - Minneapolis

    Great talent, great music, great storytelling. I'd recommend it to everyone!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Quality entertainment with Alan Cumming or Och and Oyy

    by Beth on 1/31/24

    Initially I didn't know what to expect in a setting like this, but when you hear the name Alan Cumming you think interesting and quality. Blown away isn't really the best adjective, but the emotional roller coast of laughter and tears tells you the power of music and story telling. I could see it again and again. When I saw the next concert with Ari Shapiro I wasn't ready to go home afterward because of the high I got from them. The two blend their intelligence and humor into music.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Such a fun, amazing show!

    by MeeshieLeigh on 11/11/23City National Grove of Anaheim - Anaheim

    Alan Cumming and Ari Shapiro are two of my favorite people in the world! So I had already heard many of the stories they told in both their books but I could have enjoyed another hour or more of them talking and singing! Just a great show, very uplifting in these troublesome times. Will go again if they perform anywhere close by.

  • Rating: 4 out of 5

    Surprising

    by ConnieL on 11/10/23City National Grove of Anaheim - Anaheim

    Alan was the draw, but an NPR journalist who deserves a singing contract was a delightful surprise! Their banter was bawdy without being gross and their performances perfection. Would see them again!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Star Quality

    by HeatherC on 11/10/23City National Grove of Anaheim - Anaheim

    This show was everything I hoped it would be. Loved seeing Allan and Ari in a smaller venue for this show of stories and songs. I could see them over and over ...

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Fabulous

    by LynnO on 4/25/23The Studio at Mizner Park - Boca Raton

    We loved every minute of this super talented performer!