Jim Caruso’s Cast Party with Billy Stritch at the Piano

Get ready, London! Jim Caruso’s Cast Party is flying in from its legendary twenty-two-year run at Birdland in New York City for another smashing residency at Crazy Coqs!

Cast Party is a hilariously unpredictable variety show where West End stars, jazz icons, and dazzling newcomers share the spotlight in a spontaneous, high-energy celebration of talent. Hosted by the ever-charming, quick-witted Caruso, with the brilliant Billy Stritch (of Liza Minnelli and Tony Bennett fame) at the piano, it’s a night of jaw-dropping performances, outrageous fun, and true showbiz magic.

The best part? You can join in the fun—audience members are invited to take the stage and wow the crowd! Whether you’re singing, swinging, or simply soaking it all in, Cast Party is the ultimate hang for performers and fans alike. This marks the fourth London engagement, and trust us—it’s always a sold-out, star-studded sensation. Don’t miss the Party!

Performers interested in singing should email: caruso212@aol.com

“Cast Party is a freewheeling off-hours Broadway playground.” – Stephen Holden, New York Times

“Whereas, I am enormously proud to lead a city renowned as a global capital of the arts. Jim Caruso’s Cast Party has enriched our dynamic cultural landscape since 2003, and on the occasion of it’s 20th anniversary, I am pleased to recognize the weekly show’s tremendous contributions to our performing arts and nightlife sectors.” – Eric Adams, Mayor of the City of New York

“Jim Caruso’s Cast Party celebrates talent. Big talent. Very big talent.” – Jeryl Brunner, Forbes Magazine

“SHOW BUSINESS HEAVEN!” – Stephen Holden, New York Times

“Cast Party is show biz mecca!” – Los Angeles Times

“Cast Party is exactly how I pictured New York nightlife when I dreamed of living in New York City! When I was a kid, my mother took me to see Bye Bye Birdie on Broadway, and it changed my life! I wanted to be one of those kids on that stage! From then on, it was all about being a New Yorker, and to me that meant hanging out with the most talented people I could find. When I stepped into Birdland, I knew I was home! Jim Caruso’s Cast Party reminded me of the parties we’d give at the house, when everyone would sing around the piano. It’s a success because of Jim and the affection the theatrical community feels for him. He’s talented and funny and tenacious and bright, and I love him.” – Liza Minnelli

“It should be proclaimed the longest-running cabaret show in town!” – Times Square Chronicles

“Caruso plays equal parts showman, maestro, wizard, concierge, and positive force for musical good.” – Cabaret Scenes

“Let’s call this an open mic on steroids….it’s cultural roulette!” – Cultural Attaché

“Jim Caruso is the Talent Whisperer!” – Forbes Magazine

“The gold standard of open mic nights.” – Wall Street Journal

“The Kings of Showbiz hosts the mother of all open mic nights…required watching for anyone in the live music and entertainment business! Jim Caruso has some of the slickest commentary and quickest comebacks I’ve ever heard. Billy Stritch is one of the finest, most entertaining singer/pianists on the planet.” – London Jazz News