Debbie Gravitte, Tony and Grammy Award-winning Broadway favorite currently starring in Just in Time
Matt Doyle, 2022 Tony Award winner for Stephen Sondheim’s Company and star of The Book of Mormon and Spring Awakening
Bryce Allen Pinkham and Scarlett Strallen, acclaimed Broadway and West End performers, with Bryce recently featured on Broadway in Chess, and Scarlett for Mary Poppins and Travesties
Kelli Barrett, previously in Wicked and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical. Jarrod Spector, Jersey Boys, Doctor Zhivago
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Philadelphia, PA) – Philly Cabaret is delighted to announce the Fall 2026 season of Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill, continuing its celebrated tradition of bringing Broadway’s brightest stars into an intimate supper-club setting in the heart of Philadelphia. Presented at the elegant Rittenhouse Grill at the Warwick Hotel, the series combines acclaimed performers, exceptional dining, and the timeless charm of classic cabaret for unforgettable evenings of music and storytelling. Broadway Cabaret’s Fall 2026 season welcomes Tony Award-winning performers Debbie Gravitte, Matt Doyle, Bryce Allen Pinkham and Scarlett Stallen, and Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector.
Debbie Gravitte opens the season on Monday, September 14, 2026. A multi-award-winning performer whose accolades include a Tony Award, Grammy Award, two Drama Desk nominations, and an Emmy nomination, Debbie has built an distinguished career spanning Broadway, concert halls, television, and cabaret stages worldwide. She currently appears in the Broadway hit Just in Time and has performed in nine Broadway productions throughout her distinguished career. Known for her radiant stage presence and soaring vocals, Gravitte has captivated audiences at Carnegie Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, Royal Albert Hall, Birdland, 54 Below, and Rainbow and Stars. Her stage credits include Jerry Herman’s Mack and Mabel in London’s West End, The Goodbye Girl, Love Life in Philadelphia, and Fiddler on the Roof at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Gravitte has also appeared in celebrated Encores! productions including The Boys from Syracuse, Tenderloin, and Carnival.
Matt Doyle takes the stage on Monday, October 19, 2026. Best known for his Tony Award-winning performance in the Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Company, Matt received the 2022 Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, and Outer Critics Circle Award, along with a Drama League Award nomination, for his acclaimed portrayal of Jamie. Since making his Broadway debut in Spring Awakening, Matt has established himself as one of musical theater’s most versatile and compelling performers, appearing in productions including The Book of Mormon, War Horse, and Bye Bye Birdie. His celebrated career also includes performances in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and the Off-Broadway revival of Little Shop of Horrors, where he starred as Seymour Krelborn. Recognized for his emotional honesty, dynamic vocals, and magnetic stage presence, Matt continues to earn praise as one of Broadway’s leading contemporary performers.
Bryce Allen Pinkham & Scarlett Strallen bring A British-American Love Story to the Rittenhouse Grill stage on Monday, November 23, 2026. Married performers with acclaimed careers on both sides of the Atlantic, Bryce and Scarlett combine Broadway star power, storytelling, and musical artistry in an evening celebrating love, theater, and the songs that have shaped their lives. Bryce is a two-time Tony Award nominee best known for originating the role of Monty Navarro in the Tony Award-winning A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, earning Tony, Grammy, and Drama Desk Award nominations, and this season receiving acclaim for his performance as The Arbiter in Chess. Scarlett, a two-time Olivier Award nominee, is celebrated for her leading performances inMary Poppins, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, Travesties, and Old Friends alongside Bernadette Peters. Together, the couple share beloved Broadway and West End favorites, personal stories, and the warmth and chemistry that have made them audience favorites, creating an evening that is both intimate and richly theatrical.
Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector close the season on Monday, December 12, 2026, bringing their celebrated chemistry, humor, and powerhouse vocals. Longtime Broadway performers and frequent cabaret collaborators, Kelli and Jarodd have each built acclaimed careers on Broadway while also earning praise for their collaborative cabaret performances. Jarrod is widely recognized for his starring roles in Jersey Boys and Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, while Kelli’s Broadway credits include Wicked, Doctor Zhivago, and Baby, It’s You!. Their cabaret credits include This Is Dedicated: Music’s Greatest Marriages and Kings & Queens, blending iconic songs with stories from their lives together onstage and off. Barrett recently co-starred alongside Jessica Vosk in Broadway’s Beaches. Their performances are celebrated for their warmth, wit, and effortless musical connection, creating evenings that feel both deeply personal and joyfully theatrical.
Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill, presented by Philly Cabaret, is Philadelphia’s only Broadway cabaret venue, creating an intimate experience for audiences and performers alike. Guests can enjoy an evening of dining and live performance in the Rittenhouse Grill’s signature supper-club atmosphere. Three seating options are available: Standard and Premium Seating, which include a rotating three-course dinner menu featuring the Grill’s classic Prime Rib option, and Backstage Seating in the Leopard Lounge, offering the Backstage Menu. All guests are invited to a brief meet and greet with the artists following the performance.
Philly Cabaret was founded by Randy Swartz, whose decades-long influence on Philadelphia’s cultural landscape includes producing more than 2,500 performances as Artistic Director of Dance Celebration and Next Move Dance at the Annenberg Center. Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill debuted in December 2023 and has since welcomed acclaimed Broadway stars for sold-out performances in the intimate cabaret setting. Garth Weldon, owner of Rittenhouse Grill, brings more than twenty-eight years of hospitality expertise to the series, helping create an elegant dining experience that perfectly complements the artistry onstage.
“The enthusiasm we continue to see for Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill has allowed us to bring an increasingly exciting range of artists to Philadelphia each season,” said Randy Swartz. “This season brings together four remarkable programs, from Broadway legends and Tony Award winners to beloved married couples sharing stories and songs from their lives and careers. Each engagement offers a distinct experience, but all reflect the exceptional artistry, storytelling, and personal connection that have become hallmarks of the series.”
“Our goal is always to create an experience where exceptional hospitality and extraordinary performance come together seamlessly,” said Garth Weldon, owner of Rittenhouse Grill. “These intimate evenings allow audiences to feel truly connected to the artists while enjoying the elegance and atmosphere that make Broadway Cabaret so special.”
Broadway Cabaret is sponsored by Warwick Hotel, a tribute by Marriott Hotel, which offers discount pricing for cabaret patrons that would like to stay the night.
Broadway Cabaret at Rittenhouse Grill Fall 2026 season includes:
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Debbie Gravitte (Monday, September 14, 2026)
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Matt Doyle (Monday, October 19, 2026)
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Bryce Allen Pinkham & Scarlett Strallen (Monday, November 23, 2026)
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Kelli Barrett and Jarrod Spector (Monday, December 12, 2026)
RESERVATIONS
Reservations can be purchased online at rittenhousegrill.com/cabaret-series or by calling 215- 772-1701.
More information about the artists can be found at phillycabaret.com.
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Standard Seating ($200/person): Dinner begins 5:30pm, three-course meal including classic Prime Rib, 8:00pm performance
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Premium Seating ($225/person): Enhanced dinner experience with premium seating location
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Backstage Seating ($100/person): Begins at 7:00pm, Leopard Lounge seating, Backstage Menu available
All reservations include gratuity and tax. All guests are welcome to a brief meet and greet with the performer after the show.
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ABOUT BROADWAY CABARET AT RITTENHOUSE GRILL
Each performance runs between 75 and 90 minutes without intermission. While many presentations feature a piano and vocalist, others have multiple singers and as many as a quartet performing. Each presentation has a theme – sometimes highlighting the work of a composer, a review of the performer’s career with backstage stories, or a tribute to the American songbook. The songs and stories connect, making for a theatrical and musical experience.
ABOUT RITTENHOUSE GRILL
Rittenhouse Grill, located within the Warwick Hotel at 17th and Locust Street in Philadelphia, is renowned for its Prime Rib, fish, and elegant atmosphere. The restaurant resembles a swanky 1940s supper club that can accommodate upwards of 150 guests across a multi-level dining room. The restaurant is celebrating its 28th anniversary.
ACCESSIBILITY
Those looking for an ADA compliant entrance can enter on the ramp outside the Warwick Hotel which connects to Rittenhouse Grill to the left of the main lobby.
PARKING & VALET
Valet parking is $25 for up to 3 hours. Discounted parking at Penn Warwick Garage, 1710 Chancellor Street is $20 for up to 3 hours. The garage provides access directly to the hotel lobby.