Cabaret for Life

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Cabaret for Life

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Non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to raising funds for those in need through production of cabaret and musical theater Felix M.

Cabaret for Life, Inc. was established in 1995 by a core group of Monmouth and Ocean County residents who came together to make a difference in the lives of people threatened by AIDS and similar debilitating illnesses. In its first few months of operation, this group of diversely talented individuals recognized the apparent need for funds to help people coping with HIV/AIDS in New Jersey. Cabaret

for Life has dedicated its efforts toward these people and the organizations that exist to serve them. The organization was incorporated with the State of New Jersey in October 1995 and was designated exempt of Federal and State tax in 1997. Prior to the formation of Cabaret for Life, Andrew De Prisco began volunteering for The Center in Asbury Park in 1991. He produced, wrote and directed four annual “cabaret” benefits for The Center at St. Anselm’s Church in Wayside, NJ, and these shows helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for that newly formed organization. Frederick Mayo began volunteering for The Center in 1993, writing and costuming benefits and went on to become a key player in creating Cabaret for Life. Co-founders with Andrew and Fred, Carole Hessels and John Hessels, long-time Bradley Beach residents, served as Secretary and Treasurer in the early years of the organization. The late Cal Seymour worked for the Red Oak Music Theater Company (Lakewood) and the Brick Children’s Theatre and volunteered for AIDS-service organizations for many years. In the 1990s Cal offered his professional services as technical director and set designer to Cabaret for Life. Truex joined the Cabaret for Life team as a musical director, pianist and performer from its inception. He has remained active with the organization through the years and joined the Board in 1996.

12/14/2025

Our Gala today is STILL ON as scheduled!! Not our 1st Christmas show with snow☃️ in our 30yrs! See you at 5!!😀
Questions?: call/text 732-599-8682 (Tara) or [email protected]

11/21/2025

Cabaret for Life celebrates 30 years with a party at Cross & Orange with the amazing Gabrielle Stravelli Trio & welcome set by the incredible Felix Truex!❤️ Cocktails 5pm, Show 6:30. Membership & Ticket info www.CabaretForLife.org

11/14/2025

SAVE THE DATE! Join Cabaret for Life for our 30th anniversary holiday party on DECEMBER 14 in Asbury Park with Felix Truex and the Gabrielle Stravelli Trio. Watch this space.

09/26/2025

On September 21, Cabaret for Life lost one of our angels. Roberta Grace was a Founding Board Member who's been one of our most loyal and loving supporters for decades. She will be missed by all of us.
https://www.elyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Roberta-J-Grace?obId=45558500

01/01/2025

CFL wishes everyone a safe & wonderful New Year! Thanks to all our awesome members, patrons and volunteers for making 2024 a success! Cheers to an amazing 2025 ahead!! ❤🎊🍾

11/21/2024

Have you heard? It's "A Carole King Christmas" with CFL!! Join us Sun. Dec. 1st for our Annual Members' Gala at Cross & Orange / Asbury Park. Event is complementary to new & renewing Members. Non-Members can attend the performance, Show-Only tickets are available for $50 per person. Info: https://www.cabaretforlife.org/upcoming-productions

11/02/2024

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF opens tonight!! It’s exactly the musical that everyone needs to experience this year! I cannot begin to thank the dozens of people who make this happen! We run through November 24. L’chaim!

07/18/2024

TONIGHT - BAR SEATS STILL AVAILABLE for Felix Truex!!
Cross & Orange / Asbury Park, Show starts 7pm. Come join us! Text 732-599-8682 for questions... or just grab a friend and come! Expect the unexpected with Felix Truex & enjoy a great night!! Spend your Summer with us!
$40 donation per ticket. Tickets @ www.CabaretforLife.org

07/12/2024

Expect the unexpected when it comes to Felix Truex... and you'll love it!! Back for another fun-filled eclectic night of music, from classics to today, Felix & his piano take the stage July 17 & 18 at Cross & Orange / Asbury Park. It's a guaranteed great time! Spend your Summer with us!
$40 donation per ticket. Tickets @ www.CabaretforLife.org

07/04/2024

Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful day today as we celebrate our nation's independence!! 🇱🇷❤️

Address

PO Box 121
Ocean Grove, NJ
07756

Telephone

+18772358587

Website

http://www.cabaretforlife.org/

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