Comedienne and Ukulele player D’yan Forest, who recently received the Guinness World Records title for Oldest Working Female Comedian in the World, will be featured in the “Night of 1000 Dollys” with the Ukelele Cabaret on Saturday, April 20th.
20 sensational ukulele virtuosos will be strumming their hearts out, belting out beloved covers of Dolly Parton’s timeless tunes, all in the cozy confines of Ukulele Cabaret’s new venue in the Brooklyn’s Gowanus Dredgers Boathouse (165 2nd Street). Beer and wine will be available by donation to support Dredger’s mission to waterfront access and education about shoreline neighborhoods.
D’Yan Forest, a comedic force of nature who’s been hailed as the “naughty version of Betty White” by critics, will bust out her rendition of “Hello Dolly” at the show. With a career spanning SNL, Comedy Central, and France’s Incredible Talent, she’s set to bring her signature blend of side-splitting stand-up and melodic ukulele magic to the stage, leaving you in stitches and craving for more.
Ted Gottfried and Jason Tagg of Sonic Uke started the cabaret in May 2005 in the back of Julius bar in West Village. After outgrowing their stage there, they settled in for a residency at legendary East Village gastropub Jimmy’s 43, with cameos at Barbes, The Zipper Factory, and Banjo Jim’s before moving to The Red Room at the KGB Bar — an East Village speakeasy that in 1914 was the headquarters of Emma Goldman’s Secret Society of anarchists. Now they have taken up residence at the Gowanus Dredgers Boathouse, by the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn.
Don’t miss out on this sensational soirée! Mark your calendars and prepare for an evening of laughter, music, and memories.
You can view the event page here: https://gowanusdredgers.org/event/ukulele-cabaret-night-of-1000-dollys/
About D’yan Forest:
Growing up in the conservative outskirts of Boston, D’yan Forest’s early life was marked by a small-town upbringing. Her journey took a dramatic turn following a divorce considered scandalous at the time and after two years of learning French orally, she embarked on a five-day journey by boat to Paris for further studies. It was there that she fell deeply in love with the city and its culture, a passion that would significantly shape her future career path.
Upon returning to the US, Forest embarked on a career as an international singer, performing at a variety of venues including golf and country clubs, bars, and restaurants. However, her singing career came to an abrupt halt following the devastating impact of the 9/11 attacks on New York City’s entertainment industry. Unaware of her innate comedic talent until then, Forest transitioned to comedy, creating a one-woman show that quickly gained popularity for its humor and daring content.
Her performance, known as “I Married a Nun,” saw her share the stage with comedy legends such as Jerry Seinfeld, Jim Gaffigan, and Joan Rivers. Rivers even dubbed Forest “the filthy ukulele player” upon their meeting.
The COVID-19 pandemic led Forest to reflect on her myriad of humorous life experiences. This introspection resulted in “I Did it My Ways,” a book that compiles the most sitcom-worthy moments of her life, now accessible for public enjoyment. Despite being 88, Forest shows no signs of retiring from the stage. Her latest performance, “Swinging on the Seine,” continues to entertain audiences in New York and Paris at renowned comedy venues like Joe’s Pub, Caroline’s Gotham Comedy Club, and New York Comedy Club.
Published By: Aize Perez
