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Count Basie

Date of Death: April 26, 1984 (79)

Birth Place: Red Bank, NJ, USA

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Video: New Trailer Released For Reimagined SHREK THE MUSICAL Tour

The brand new touring production of Shrek the Musical has officially hit the road, and is set to continue through August 2024. An all new trailer was released on the show's TikTok account. Check out the video here!

Lyle Lovett Comes to Overture This Summer

Four-time Grammy Award-winning singer, composer and actor Lyle Lovett will embark on an extensive tour this summer with his Large Band, including a newly confirmed stop in Madison at Overture Center on Tuesday, July 2.

Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Years

Available for the first time in the nearly 60 years since they were introduced, the four 1960s vocal albums from Lainie Kazan are now streaming on all digital platforms.

Lyle Lovett Confirms Extensive Summer Tour With His Large Band

Join Lyle Lovett and his Large Band on their extensive summer tour. Experience the unforgettable performances of this Grammy-winning singer-songwriter live. Stops include Colorado's Red Rocks Amphitheatre, St. Louis' The Factory, Kansas City's Uptown Theater, Minneapolis' State Theatre, Detroit's Masonic Cathedral Theatre, and more.

Don Was Sets New Band 'Don Was And The Pan-Detroit Ensemble'

Renowned musician Don Was forms a new band, Don Was and The Pan-Detroit Ensemble. Get the latest updates on their music and upcoming performances. Made up of stellar jazz musicians from his hometown, the band features longtime collaborators including Blue Note Records artist Dave McMurray on sax and Eminem's collaborator keyboardist Luis Resto.

The Pretenders Set US Headline Tour; Support Foo Fighters On Stadium Dates

Catch the latest updates on THE PRETENDERS' US Headline Tour and their special guest appearances at the Foo Fighters' stadium dates. Don't miss out on this musical extravaganza! The upcoming live run will further be highlighted by an array of US stadium dates as special guests of Foo Fighters, including New York, NY's Citi Field.

Interview: Linda Purl Teases BIG BAND ROMANCE at Birdland

Linda Purl has had a long, storied career, playing iconic roles on Happy Days, Matlock and The Office. On Monday April 1, she’s back at Birdland Jazz Club with a one-night only concert called BIG BAND ROMANCE. The show will pay tribute to the big band greats with hit songs including “Pick Yourself Up” and “Come Rain or Come Shine.”

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns to Boston in May

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to Boston for its annual performances this May. Learn more about the lineup here!

54 SINGS BROADWAY THE GOLDEN AGE Announced At 54 Below This April

Experience the music of Broadway's golden age with 54 SINGS BROADWAY THE GOLDEN AGE celebrating the most memorable moments of Broadway history.

Gin Blossoms & Toad The Wet Sprocket Set Co-Headlining Summer Tour

The 15-date trek kicks off Thursday, August 1 in Wisconsin and will see the “Hey Jealousy” and “Walk On the Ocean” hitmakers, respectively, take amphitheaters and theater stages across the Midwest and East Coast. Additionally, they'll be joined by special guest alternative rockers Vertical Horizon, the multi-platinum band.

Maria Schneider Orchestra, Christian Sands Trio, and More Play Birdland This Month

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced programming running March 11th - March 24th. Performers appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Maria Schneider Orchestra, Emilio Solla & La Inestable de Brooklyn, Christian Sands Trio, and Canadian Jazz Collective.

Cast and Creative Team Set For Algonquin's FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

Algonquin Arts Theatre has announced the cast and creative team for its April musical, Fiddler on the Roof. The show will run at Algonquin Arts Theatre from April 6 through April 21.

New Jersey Symphony And Hackensack Meridian Health Announce Continued Partnership

Explore the ongoing partnership between the New Jersey Symphony and Hackensack Meridian Health, as they continue to foster a love for music and promote well-being in the community.

Pianist Cyrus Chestnut Commissioned For First Time �¿Headlining Performance at Carnegie Hall in April

Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra.

New Jersey Symphony Announces Its 2024-25 Season

NEW JERSEY SYMPHONY, led by Music Director Xian Zhang, has announced its upcoming 2024-25 season.

Paul Taylor Dance Company Comes to The Moss Center With PROMETHEAN FIRE

Experience the magic of dance as Paul Taylor Dance Company takes the stage at the Moss Center, showcasing the captivating performance of PROMETHEAN FIRE. Don't miss this mesmerizing spectacle.

LaChanze and More Set For Bay Area Cabaret's VENETIAN EVENINGS

Bay Area Cabaret will present Venetian Evenings, a musical celebration paying homage to the world-famous Venetian Room of the Fairmont San Francisco.

Exclusive: First Look At Tesori's & Lindsay-Abaire's Reimagined SHREK THE MUSICAL Tour

The all-new production of SHREK THE MUSICAL has officially embarked on a cross-country national tour and BroadwayWorld has an exclusive first look! Check out production photos here.

WHISPER DARKLY Concept Album Featuring Brad Oscar, Alli Mauzey & More Out Now

The concept album of the new immersive electro-swing musical Whisper Darkly is available in digial and streaming formats now.

The Nash Reveals $2.5 Million Expansion for Jazz in Downtown Phoenix

The Nash/Jazz in Arizona’s leadership has unveiled plans for an expanded center for jazz in downtown Phoenix, headquartered on Roosevelt Row.

Count Basie FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Count Basie been in?

Count Basie has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Count Basie been in?

Count Basie has not appeared in the West End

How many shows has Count Basie written?

Count Basie has written 1 shows including Come Fly Away (Composer).

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