Catbaret!
NYC’s cat-themed variety show at Caveat in Manhattan, featuring comedy, live music, magic, and burlesque (aka purr-lesque!)—plus free cat ears for every guest. Join us quarterly in person or via livestream!





Catbaret is NYC’s one-of-a-kind cat-themed variety show, featuring comedy, live music, and burlesque (aka purr-lesque!), all hosted by Gemma Smith, who has been delighting audiences since 2018. After five fabulous years at QED Astoria, Catbaret now calls Caveat on the Lower East Side its home.
With four themed shows a year—like Meowloween, Just Kitten Around, and the Meowy Xmas Happy Hanukkats Spectacular—Catbaret brings together cat lovers for a night of meow-zing performances, raffles, and free cat ears for all guests!
In partnership with Koneko Cat Cafe and Rescue NYC, Catbaret also promotes adoptable cats looking for their forever homes.
From the Tails & Tassels podcast — a peek behind the scenes at Catbaret!
Next Show!
Thursday 4/24 at Caveat
Cat lovers, get ready for a paws-itively purrfect night!
Spring is here, and it’s time to celebrate kitten season with Catbaret!
A cat-themed variety show hosted by Gemma Smith, Catbaret is packed with comedy, music, and burlesque (aka purr-lesque). It’s the perfect excuse to grab your cat-loving friends for a night of feline-inspired fun. Enjoy ameowzing performances, raffle prizes, and FREE cat ears for all attendees!
🎟️ One night only—grab your tickets now!


