RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA
RUSSIAN SAMOVAR PRESENTS IVAN DALIA "DINNER & SHOW", Monday December 7th , 2026, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM, Ivan Dalia, Italian Pianist, Composer & Showman, creates memorable evenings of “Music, Stories & Smiles”. Blind from birth, Ivan’s love affair with music began as a curious youth, ultimately choosing the piano as his life partner. Ivan is currently based in New York City with a busy performance schedule featuring his South African Jazz Quartet and weekly Solo Piano appearances in classic city piano lounges as well as a monthly residency at Russian Samovar.
Russian Samovar256 West 52nd Street, New York 10019
Ivan Dalia brings his "Dinner & Show" to Russian Samovar, pairing solo piano with the music, stories and smiles that shape his regular appearances there.
Born blind in Teverola, near Naples, the Italian pianist and composer studied at Naples' San Pietro a Majella Conservatory. His work blends "classical precision with jazz improvisation," drawing on Mediterranean and South American traditions; he also leads a South African Jazz Quartet. At 21, he performed with Toots Thielemans, an experience Dalia calls "the most exciting experience of my life."
This venue offers a unique blend of live music and dining, where performances often feature accomplished artists like Italian pianist Ivan Dalia and jazz singer Chihiro Tainaka. The space invites guests to enjoy a dinner and show experience, with music that ranges from jazz standards to Sinatra classics, creating an engaging evening of storytelling and melodies. The room is designed for attentive listening, with seating arranged to bring the audience close to the performers, enhancing the connection between artist and listener. The presence of a full bar and dinner service means you can savor your meal while immersing yourself in the music. Shows are ticketed, encouraging a focused and respectful audience, making it a refined night out in Manhattan's Theater District.