The Manhattan Dolls

Tucson, AZ

$500-$5000

Travels up to 200 miles

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Sentimental Journey - Music from the 1930s-40s

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All Dolled Up, music from 1910s/20s

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Rockin' With The Dolls - Popular Music from the 1950s-60s

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Christmas With The Dolls - Holiday Favorites in Three-Part Harmony!

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A costume for any occasion or event!

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Overview

The Manhattan Dolls are swing-style female vocal trios with the sound of The Andrews Sisters that sing tunes from the 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s The Dolls perform for military events, air shows, award ceremonies, cruise ships, parades, jazz clubs, concert series, corporate parties, holiday events, you name it! They have been featured on BBC Radio London, the Rachael Ray show in NYC, as well as several television appearances. The Manhattan Dolls are available for hire with their 4 to 6-piece combos, with backing tracks, or even a cappella as carolers during the holidays.


Reviews

4 reviews

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Lauri B.

October 24, 2021
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A perfect Celebration of Life

Even with some sound system issues, the ladies were a perfect addition to our Celebration of Life for my 94 year old WWII and Korean War Veteran! He would have loved seeing the beautiful tribute they helped us do in his honor! Beautiful girls, beautiful singing, good food, fun and fellowship! Thank you, ladies! Safe travels!

Hired as: 1940s Era Entertainment, Singing Group


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Karen J.

September 22, 2019
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80th Birthday

The girls were awesome! Loved all the music and the interaction.

Hired as: 1950s Era Entertainment, Big Band


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Tony S.

November 13, 2016

Wonderful nostalgic music!

What a wonderful and patriotic for this veteran's weekend. We completely enjoyed the performance at the Elks Theater in Prescott, Arizona. The Manhattan Dolls are so wonderful and professional. The entire team , band and dolls gave us a great show!
Thank you so much!!!!
Tony and Maria

Hired as: 1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, 1950s Era Entertainment

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The Manhattan Dolls

Thank you so much! What an incredible evening and audience, hope to see you again in the future! ~The Manhattan Dolls


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Joan C.

August 30, 2011

Professional, Dynamic, so much fun! We loved them!

We hired the Dolls for a corporate event in NYC and could not have been more pleased. From start to finish, they were top-notch. Can't wait to hire them again.

Hired as: 1920s Era Entertainment, 1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, 1950s Era Entertainment, 1960s Era Entertainment, A Cappella Group, Andrews Sisters Tribute Show, Big Band, Broadway Style Entertainment, Christmas Carolers, Crooner, Doo Wop Group, Jazz Singer, Singing Group, Wedding Singer

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Booking information

Price range: $500-$5000

Languages: English

Gig length: 5 - 120 minutes

What to expect

SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY, Music from the 1930s-40s
Hop aboard the *Chattanooga Choo Choo* and join The Manhattan Dolls on a *Sentimental Journey* through the great music of the 30s and 40s. Sit back and enjoy these timeless classics, or if you're *In the Mood* get up and dance! Sentimental Journey blends beautiful ballads with your favorite toe-tapping tunes, and of course, in classic USO fashion, takes some time to honor our brave men and women in the military. From boogie woogie to the blues, Sentimental Journey celebrates the best the Great American Songbook has to offer. Sentimental Journey can range in length from 30-120 minutes with live musicians, CD tracks or a capella.

ROCKIN' WITH THE DOLLS, 1950s/60s Revue!
The 50s and 60s were filled with the new sound of rock and roll, the cool beat of Motown and the sweet harmonies of the girl groups. Get up and dance along as we take a tour of the songs made famous on American Bandstand and played on the jukebox in your favorite diner. With hits like *My Boyfriend’s Back* and *You Can’t Hurry Love,* you’ll have sweet dreams with *Mister Sandman* after Rockin' with the Dolls! Rockin’ With The Dolls can range in length from 30-90 minutes with live musicians or CD tracks.

CHRISTMAS WITH THE DOLLS
Walk in a *Winter Wonderland* as The Manhattan Dolls take you through all of your favorite Christmas tunes a capella or with CD tracks. Hire these adorable girls with a pin-up look as carolers for your holiday party or event!

About

The Manhattan Dolls originated in New York City in 2009. Now based out of Tucson, AZ, they offer swing-style female vocal trios with the sound of The Andrews Sisters that sing music from the 1910s, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s. Started by a former USO Girl, The Dolls travel the world performing for military events, air shows, award ceremonies, parades, jazz clubs, concert series, you name it! They have been featured on the Rachael Ray show, BBC Radio London, Fox and Friends, LX 4 NY, The Tucson Morning Blend, Cincinnati Local 12 and more. They have the pleasure of performing with famous bands including The Jive Aces in the UK, The Cotton Candies in France and The George Gee Orchestra and The Stan Rubin Orchestra in NYC. The Manhattan Dolls are available for private bookings and are constantly touring the US and abroad.

Additional booking notes

Client is to provide basic lighting and sound: Speakers, CD player or iPod hook-up, 3 wireless, hand-held microphones, stage monitor if with live musicians.
*The Manhattan Dolls are able to provide sound equipment for NY/NJ area for an additional $150 fee.

Past booked events

October 2021

22

Friday

House Party

4:30pm - 5:00pm

Sun Lakes, AZ

August 2019

30

Friday

Birthday Party

5:30pm - 7:00pm

San Tan Valley, AZ

Team

Sarah Drake Business Manager, Alto
Annemarie Rosano Soprano 2
Sheila Coyle Soprano 2
Natalie Wachen Soprano 2
Carly Kincannon Soprano 1
Ashleigh Chilton Alto
Heather Stricker Entertainment Manager, Soprano 1
Emily Borromeo Alto
Megan Wheeler Soprano 1
Valerie Williams Soprano 1

Set list

SONG LIST FOR SENTIMENTAL JOURNEY - 1930s-40s
• Apple Blossom Time
• Beat Me Daddy Eight to the Bar
• Begin the Beguine
• Bei mir bist du Schn
• Blue Skies
• Blues in the Night
• Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
• Chattanooga Choo Choo
• Come Rain or Come Shine
• Down in the Valley
• Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree
• God Bless America
• God Bless the USA
• Goody, Goody
• Hey Daddy
• I Got a Gal in Kalamazoo
• I'll Be Seeing You
• In the Mood
• Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby
• I've Got You Under My Skin
• Military Medley
• My Funny Valentine
• New York, New York
• Oh Johnny
• Pennsylvania 6-5000
• Rum and Coca Cola
• Say Si Si
• Sentimental Journey
• Shoo Shoo Baby
• Smile
• Someone to Watch Over Me
• South American Way
• South Rampart Street Parade
• Well Alright

SONG LIST FOR ROCKIN' WITH THE DOLLS - popular music from the 1950s-60s
• And Then He Kissed Me
• Baby Love
• Be My Baby
• Blueberry Hill
• Can't Help Myself
• Come See About Me
• Chantilly Lace
• Chapel of Love
• Dancin' in the Streets
• Goodnight Sweetheart
• Heat Wave
• Hound Dog
• I Can't Help Falling in Love With You
• I Heard it Through the Grapevine
• In the Still of the Night
• In the Midnight Hour
• Knock on Wood
• Lollipop
• Maybe
• Mister Postman
• Mister Sandman
• Mustang Sally
• My Boyfriend's Back
• My Girl
• One Fine Day
• Satisfaction
• Stop! In the Name of Love
• Then You Can Tell Me Goodbye
• Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow
• Where Did Our Love Go
• Why Do Fools Fall in Love
• You Can't Hurry Love

SONG LIST FOR CHRISTMAS WITH THE DOLLS - stage show or caroling
• All I Want for Christmas is You
• Baby Please Come Home
• Blue Christmas
• Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire
• Deck the Halls
• Dona Nobis Pacem
• Have a Holly Jolly Christmas
• I'll Be Home For Christmas
• It Came Upon the Midnight Clear
• I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm
• Jingle Bell Rock
• Let It Snow
• Merry Christmas Darling
• Mr. Santa (Mr. Sandman)
• Need a Little Christmas
• Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
• Rudolf the Red-Nosed Reindeer
• Santa Baby
• Santa Bring My Baby Back to Me
• Silent Night
• Still, Still, Still
• We Wish You a Merry Christmas
• Winter Wonderland
• White Christmas
• WWI Era, WWII Era & 50s/60s songs as requested

Influences and inspiration

The Andrews Sisters, The Maguire Sisters, The Puppini Sisters, Frank SInatra, Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney, Jane Monheit, Diana Krall

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