Mason's evening, part of the "Broadway Downtown" series, will feature tunes by her late musical director Brian Lasser. Show time is 7 PM. In a statement, Mason said, "This show, 'Better Days,' is my chance to visit some old friends: the songs of Brian Lasser. As you may know, Brian was my musical director and friend for 16 years. He wrote songs that spoke from his heart . . . and always seemed to be speaking for mine! I'll be at the microphone. And, of course, the fantastic Christopher Denny will be at the piano. So please come share some memories, and most importantly, the songs of Brian Lasser."

A star of the musical theatre and cabaret stage, Karen Mason has appeared on Broadway in Mamma Mia!, Sunset Boulevard, Jerome Robbins' Broadway and Torch Song Trilogy. Her Off-Broadway credits include And the World Goes 'Round and Carnival, and she has also been seen on the small screen in "Law & Order" and "As the World Turns." A six-time MAC Award-winning performer, Mason has charmed audiences at Carnegie Hall, Rainbow & Stars, Davenport's and L.A.'s The Cinegrill. Her solo recordings include "When the Sun Comes Out," "Better Days," "Not So Simply Broadway" and "Christmas! Christmas! Christmas!"

The Duplex Cabaret Theatre is located in Manhattan at 61 Christopher Street. Tickets, priced at $20, are available by calling (212) 868-4444 or by visiting www.smarttix.com. There is also a two-drink minimum.