Ben Williams News

Folding Chair Classical Theatre presents this collection of old tales in new skins, with four actors playing multiple parts and original music performed live, on stage.

The 25th annual Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition and 'Women, Music and Diplomacy' All-Star Gala Concert will be presented by the world-renowned Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz, in partnership with Cadillac, this year's Presenting Sponsor, on September 22-23. Through the competition and its numerous educational programs, the Institute is committed to identifying and training the world's leading young jazz musicians who will preserve the traditions of jazz while expanding the music in new directions.

Multiple Grammy® Award-winning guitarist and composer Pat Metheny and the stellar Unity Band with saxophonist Chris Potter, drummer Antonio Sanchez and bassist Ben Williams come to Segerstrom Center for the Arts for a very special performance on September 28 in Segerstrom Hall.

Sanity Island presents the world premiere of A Wendy Story, a new play by Natalie Underwood, tonight, July 19 and July 20, 21 and 26, 27, 28 at Under St. Mark's Theater, 94 St. Mark's Place, New York City. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

Elevator Repair Service proudly announces London International Festival of Theatre (LIFT) to present GATZ June 8 - July 15, 2012.

Sanity Island will present the world premiere of the new play by Natalie Underwood. Music, Magic Mushrooms, Fairy Dust Beer! If Wendy Darling wanted an escape from her life in Jason Hookman's office, she certainly found it with Pete and his band. Join Wendy as she explores her wild side on this journey of self-discovery that goes "straight-on till morning!"

Sanity Island presents the world premiere of A Wendy Story, a new play by Natalie Underwood, July 19, 20, 21 and 26, 27, 28 at Under St. Mark's Theater, 94 St. Mark's Place, New York City. Get a first look at the production in the photos below!

Elevator Repair Service announced that London International Festival of Theatre (LIFT) is set to present GATZ tonight, June 8 through July 15, 2012.

The 57th Annual Obie Awards were given out at a ceremony tonight at Webster Hall in Greenwich Village. The awards were presented by acclaimed stage actors Eric McCormack, Grace Gummer, Hugh Dancy, Jonathan Pryce, Justin Bartha, Leslie Odom Jr., Lily Rabe, Michael McKean, Tonya Pinkins, Topher Grace, and Tracee Chimo.

Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

Mesa Arts Center announces its 2012-13 Performing Live Series. Offering a variety of unique experiences, there are many events to entice you. Mesa Arts Center is proud to present LeAnn Rimes, Bill Cosby, Arlo Guthrie, Dave Koz, Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight and so much more. Throughout the year, additional performers will be announced, adding even more excitement to the season. With an array of almost 40 exciting shows, there is sure to be something for everyone.

Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

The 27th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards were handed out this Sunday, May 6, 2012 at NYU Skirball Center, beginning at 7:00pm EST, in a ceremony that once again benefited the Actors Fund and honored the best of Off Broadway.

Yoshi's Jazz Club on Fillmore Street announced upcoming performances at the San Francisco venue.

UNESCO Director-General Irina Bokova and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock will kick-off the first annual International Jazz Day with a full day of events including live performances, Master Classes, and discussions featuring Marcus Miller, Barbara Hendricks, Hugh Masekela, Dee Dee Bridgewater, plus much more. Please visit http://unesco.org for complete details.

Nominations in 14 categories were announced today by the Off-Broadway League for the 2012 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway. This year's ceremony will once again benefit The Actors Fund. The Lortel Awards will be handed out on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at NYU Skirball Center beginning at 7:00pm EST.

The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Patrick Willingham) announced today that it would extend GATZ, the critically lauded theatrical adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, a final week through Sunday, May 13. Created and performed by Elevator Repair Service, this award-winning theatrical event, directed by John Collins, was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, May 6. Single tickets, beginning at $160, are on sale now.