Brenda Liz Henry
The Green Room 42460 West 42nd Street, New York 10036
Brenda Liz Henry brings A Boogie Down Bronx Tale to The Green Room 42, a cabaret show built as a personal account of her musical journey and of music’s place in her life. The set moves through sounds that shaped her upbringing, including hip-hop, described as the genre born in her borough. Gregory Toroian is on piano as arranger and musical director, with David Silliman on drums and Skip Ward on bass; Lina Koutrakos directs.
Henry is a cabaret singer and storyteller whose range, according to a NiteLife Exchange interviewer, runs “from church to soul to funk.” The interviewer added: “I think she can literally sing anything!” In a review of a December 2025 holiday group performance, Cabaret Scenes found that she “knew her material and was sure of how to use her excellent voice.” The review also praised her “relaxed presence” and called her numbers “fresh and clever,” concluding: “Henry will definitely be heard from again.”
The Green Room 42 offers a spacious cabaret experience on the fourth floor of Yotel in Manhattan, where Broadway stars and emerging artists perform live music and theatrical shows. The room features an elevated stage and streamlined seating with banquettes and private tables, ensuring good sight lines and a comfortable view from anywhere. Guests can enjoy a curated menu of small plates and signature cocktails while immersing themselves in performances that range from solo theater pieces to jazz and cabaret. Shows are ticketed, with no food or drink minimum, allowing the audience to focus on the music and storytelling in a setting that balances attentive listening with a lively night out. The venue’s walls are adorned with a mural honoring past performers, adding a unique touch to the vibrant space.