Lisa Kantor

Lisa has been performing solo cabaret shows for the past 20 years. She describes the experience as a “portal to pure joy!” 

Having trained with award-winning cabaret artists, musicians, and directors from New York City, Boston, and beyond, Kantor is passionate about the process of learning and growing which has fueled this creative pursuit.  Her dedication and thoughtful approach to performance is evident in her “radiant,” “sultry,” and “engaging” live shows. 

She has performed in Boston, the Berkshires, Provincetown, and most recently in New York City at Don’t Tell Mama for the debut of her solo show “SHADOWS,” which pays homage to the female singers from the 1940s’ and 1950s’ Golden Era of nightclubs.

“Sit back and luxuriate [in] her relaxed and comfortable on-stage presence…She had our attention at ‘Hello’… Shimmered!”

Cabaret Scenes

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Winner of the 2025
MIKE RENZI SPOTLIGHT Award

Member of the
Manhattan Association of Cabarets

Director of the ensemble cabaret production
“The Lush-ISH Ladies”

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In addition to her deep passion for musical expression, Lisa has also performed improvisational theater, storytelling, and her own poetry. 

Gearing up to head into the recording studio in New York City (Fall 2025), she is coupling the making of her debut album with an encore live performance of her award-winning show, “SHADOWS,” at Don’t Tell Mama.

Lisa is also the proud mother of two adult daughters and is a Clinical Psychologist in private practice.

Lisa intends to keep grabbing life by the horns, living life with gusto, and most importantly – sharing the ride!