sayCHEESE! Divalicious Eatertainment Show

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THE PRESS:

	"Gordon conveys her passion for wine and cheese through humorous patter, slides, original songs, cabaret classics while the audience samples and rates pairings such as California Cabernet and artisanal cheddar. . . "

— Jerry Shriver, USA Today May 7, 2004

REVIEW: "Food has been an ongoing subject in the theater this year, and the big kahuna in that department is Chef's Theater at the ritzy Supper Club. As we wrote in an earlier column, that show is really about the cuisine; the entertainment is essentially an afterthought. Happily, we've just come upon a much better mix of taste and talent in Say Cheese! . . . "

— The Siegel Column, Theatermania.com, May 11, 2004

REVIEW ", . . . the show begins with a rendition of songs (Including the heartfelt" If I Could Date Cheese") by the talented Gordon, who is clad in a fabulous hand-made, cheese themed gown. . . the audience samples a cheese with each of the two reds and two whites provided. The Gordon moves on to what is probably the best part of the show. . . "

— Charlotte Eichna, West Side Spirit, May 13, 2004

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THE BUZZ:
"People will leave this show armed with a multi-sensory experience and increased knowledge of what artisanal cheeses are all about.” —Terrance Brennan, Chef-Proprietor, Artisanal Cheese Group		"What a unique and entertaining idea for mixing a musical performance with an education on cheese. Who would of thought cheese could be so much fun." —Richard Thorne, Publisher, Great Places Publishing

"Say cheese was one of the most fun and enjoyable, unique experiences I've ever had. Who knew that there was so much history and depth to cheese? A must see for all!" —Melissa Gallo, NYC Travel & Pocket Guides		"Say Cheese was a wild experience! I stimulated taste buds I didn't know I had...... Thoroughly enjoyable, I savored each moment and am anxious to continue experimenting with wine and cheese! It was a very sophisticated experience." —Liz Graham, Table1.com

THE SHOW:

sayCHEESE! is a Divalicious "Eatertainment" show where you enjoy and learn about artisanal cheeses while tasting a selection of eight of the world's most exquisite examples paired with fine wines, and MUSIC!. The cheeses are presented with songs and images to enhance the experience.

For Example:
You nibble on the creamy Jasper Hill Farms' Bayley Hazen Blue, while sipping on a fruity Sterling Vineyards chardonnay, as singing-chef, Jackie Gordon, belts out the "Milk Cow Blues" and Vermont cheese-making country images play in the background.

Performed by: Jackie Gordon
Singing Chef, Jackie Gordon has been creating "eatertainment": showcasing fine foods with music and humor, since 1999. Hear Jackie Sing! — FREE MP3 "My Baby Just Cares For Me" Download or Listen

Starring: Artisanal Cheeses - Jackie shares the stage with international artisan-made cheeses from America, France, Portugal, Italy, Great Britain, Holland, and Spain that have been expertly matured to peak ripeness in the state-of-the art cheese caves at the Artisanal Cheese Center and matched with an array of fine Diageo Chateau & Estate Wines Company.


	This delectable, "chedd-ucational" and highly entertaining show is a feast for your senses.

	Written By: Jackie Gordon

	Musical Director: Gregory Toroian

	Artistic Consultant: Helen Baldasarre

	sayCHEESE! is presented by Divalicious, Inc., ww.divalicious.biz and Terrance Brennan, chef-proprietor of the Artisanal Cheese Center, www.artisanalcheese.com, Artisanal and Pincholine restaurants.

WHERE:		WHEN:
Laurie Beechman Theater The West Bank Cafe 407 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036		April: 28th, 29th May: 5th, 7th, 12th, 13th,19th, 20th, 26th, 27th June: 2nd, 3rd, 9th, 11th Doors open at 7:00. Show starts at 7:30.
Running Time: 1.5 hours. No Intermission.
Cabaret style seating. All seats are general admission.

TICKETS:

$60.00 per person

The ticket price includes an individual platter of eight cheeses and a selection of four wines along with condiments, bread and crackers, and the show.

BUY TICKETS:
ONLINE: Click here to purchase online.
PHONE: Call TICKET CENTRAL at (212) 279- 4200 (Noon - 8PM Daily)
IN PERSON: (No service fee) The Ticket Central Box Office is located at 416 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036. Open Daily from Noon- 8:00pm

FAQ:

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Do we eat during the show?

How is the show educational?

Which cheeses are you serving?

Which brands of wine are you serving?

How many glasses of wine are included?

Will alternatives to alcohol be served?

Is there reserved seating?

Will I have to sit with strangers?

Who is Jackie Gordon?

What is the Artisanal Cheese Center?

Is the theater wheelchair accessible?

How do I buy tickets?


	Do we eat during the show? Absolutely. Jackie is probably one of the only singers who encourages people to "Eat!" while she is singing. Jackie talks about each cheese then sings a song that she's matched to a characteristic of each one. While she's talking and singing the audience tastes the cheese with the four wines and notes their pairing in their programs.

	How is the show educational? The audience learns about the history of cheese and it's migration to America. They learn about, and taste, the various styles, characteristics, production and maturation of artisan cheeses as well as how to taste wine with cheese. Each audience member will receive a program with a tasting note section where they can rate the cheeses and wines they taste during the show. While Jackie is talking and singing about each cheese, you pair them with the four wines. After each song, audience members get the opportunity to share their favorite pairings. The program contain information about choosing, combining, storing and appreciating fine cheeses along with recipes and wine tips too.

	Which cheeses are you serving? We are serving examples of the following styles of cheese: a fresh cheese, soft-ripened rind, washed rind, natural rind, blue veined, uncooked, pressed, and cooked, pressed. We prefer to keep the names of the cheeses a surprise until the show. If you need to know the names of the cheeses prior to the show e-mail us and we'll send you the list.

	Which brands of wine are you serving? The wines are supplied by Diageo Chateau & Estate Wine Companies: Barton & Guestier Chateauneuf du Pape (France);Trimbach Riesling (Alsace); Beaulieu Vineyards Rutherford Cabernet (California); Sterling Vineyards North Coast Chardonnay(California).

	How many glasses of wine are included? You start with four tasting sized glasses of all four wines and the staff tops up on request .

	Will alternatives to alcohol be served? Water, in this case Evian, an essential component of the tasting will be served, as well as soft drinks and juices for those who prefer not to drink wine.

	Is there reserved seating? No. The seating is general admission and will be allocated on a first-come, first served basis. The room is intimate and comfortable and all the tables have good sight lines to the stage.

	Will I have to sit with strangers? Perhaps. Due to the nature of sayCHEESE!, the tables are arranged in parties of five and six. Smaller and larger parties will definitely have to share tables.

	Who is Jackie Gordon? Jackie Gordon has been showcasing great food with music and humor since her first "eatertainment" show, The Fried Chicken Theory According To Jackie Gordon, which debuted in Australia in 1999. A leader in the food-as-entertainment industry, Ms. Gordon launched her New York-based company, Divalicious, Inc.: Making beautiful music and food together, in 2003. Say Cheese is her first U.S. show. For more information about Ms. Gordon and Divalicious, Inc.'s services, visit www.divalicious.biz.

	What is the Artisanal Cheese Center? Terrance Brennan, chef/proprietor of two New York City restaurants, Artisanal and Picholine, founded the Artisanal Cheese Center (ACC). at 500 West 37th Street. in June, 2003. The first facility of its kind in the United States, ACC houses five state-of-the-art cheese maturing caves where more than 250 of the world's finest cheeses are allowed to reach their optimum flavor levels before being sold to the public, restaurants, supermarkets and specialty cheese stores. Consumers can purchase the ACC's products via the Web site, www.artisanalcheese.com. The ACC also offers tastings, cheese classes and event space.

	Is the theater wheelchair accessible? Yes, the theater is wheel chair accessible with prior notice. Please ring the West Bank Cafe management, 212.695.6909, to make arrangements.

	How do I buy tickets? You can purchase tickets from Ticket Central. IN PERSON: (No service fee) The Ticket Central Box Office is located at 416 W 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036. Open Daily from Noon- 8:00pm PHONE: Call TICKET CENTRAL at (212) 279- 4200 (Noon - 8PM Daily) to order over the phone ONLINE: Click here to purchase online.