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Catbaret is NYC’s one-of-a-kind cat-themed variety show—blending comedy, live music, and burlesque (aka purr-lesque!)—created and hosted by Gemma Smith since 2018.
With three to four themed shows each year—like Meowloween and Meowy Xmas & Happy Hanukkats—Catbaret features standout performers, audience paw-ticipation, raffles, and free cat ears for every guest.
Catbaret proudly partners with Rescue NYC to spotlight adoptable cats and support lifesaving animal-welfare work. Join us quarterly—in person or via livestream—for a night where cabaret, cats, and community collide.
From the Tails & Tassels podcast — a peek behind the scenes at Catbaret!
Next Show!
Saturday October 31 at 7pm
Cat lovers, get ready for a purrfect night out!
Meowloween is our biggest show of the year - a one-night-only Halloween spook-tacular!
Expect a mix of comedy, music, and purr-lesque, plus an audience costume contest and FREE cat ears for all. Hosted by Gemma Smith, this high-energy cabaret brings together NYC nightlife lovers and devoted cat people for a night that’s equal parts cheeky, spooky, and fun!
We’ll also be raffling off cat-tastic prizes, with proceeds benefiting Rescue NYC to support cats in need of loving homes.
And when the curtain falls? Keep the party going with us at Donnybrook, just down the street.
🎟️ One night only—grab your tickets now!
Field Trip!
August 8 and 9 at 11:00am
Catbaret is heading to IFC Center for CatVideoFest 2026, and you're invited!
Meet Gemma outside IFC Center (323 Sixth Avenue) at 10:30am for a group photo and some Catbaret goodies before we head in together. Cat-themed outfits strongly encouraged.
It is 70 minutes of the best cat videos on the internet, with a portion of every ticket going to local cat charities.
Can't make Saturday? A Sunday showing is also available
calling all cat lovers!
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