The Carlyle, which underwent a "soft renovation during the summer months," according to an announcement, held its own return engagement party Sept. 18 to celebrate the remodeling just in time for Kitt's stint at the Café. The renovation included the "installation of newly designed banquets, chairs, as well as a state-of-the-art sound and light system." The famous murals remain untouched.
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At left (from top): Eartha Kitt; Elaine Stritch and Barbara Cook; Tommy Tune and Karen Akers; Tovah Feldshuh and Robert Osborne; Regis and Joy Philbin; Darwin and Eartha Kitt.
Below: Steve Tyrell, Barbara Cook, Elaine Stritch and Tommy Tune celebrate the reopening of the Café Carlyle.
photos by Aubrey Reuben
