Inviting Mark Siano to entertain guests in the Pampas Room initially seems akin to asking a kid to sit at the adults table. The man is best known for his cornball 80s-inspired shows at Re-bar and Chop Suey, including The Soft Rock Kid. But he comes off more like Dean Martin than Lionel Richie as the host of Shaken Not Stirred. The new variety showwith four-course mealfeatures Siano and a cast including comedic actor David Swidler, singer Joanna Hardie, and burlesque dancer Agent Rhinestone. Admittedly, its expensive. But its also three hours of sleek entertainment, the highlight being a hilarious tune bemoaning the effects of technology on dating, Leave Your Phone Alone. Youd be wise to heed his advice, lest you want your date to jab you with her elbow mid-song. (21 and over.) ERIKA HOBART
Sat., April 10, 7 p.m.; Sat., April 24, 7 p.m.; Sat., May 8, 7 p.m., 2010
