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Date of Death: June 13, 1986 (77)

Birth Place: Chicago, IL, USA

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Bill Evans Returns to Utah with Repertory Dance Theatre
by Team BWW - Aug 11, 2022


Lehi native Bill Evans returns to Utah for a celebration of his artistic legacy. Repertory Dance Theatre presents an evening of dance September 29-October 1 at the Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center to honor their renowned alumni dancer and choreographer. RDT will present four works by Evans--plus a performance by Evans himself-- on the opening concert of their 57th season of connection.

Ann Hampton Callaway Brings Her New Peggy Lee Show To The Music Room, August 7
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2022


Ann Hampton Callaway - Fever! The Peggy Lee Century comes to The Music Room West Yarmouth, MA Sunday August 7, 2022 - 7:00 pm.

Proyecciones, Música, Charlas Y Recorridos En La Noche De Museos De Julio
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 26, 2022


La Secretaría de Cultura del Gobierno de México y el Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes y Literatura (Inbal), a través de su Red de Museos, invitan al público a disfrutar de la Noche de Museos este miércoles 27 de julio, la cual contará con actividades múltiples, tanto en sus espacios y salas de exposiciones, así como en línea para seguir desde casa. 

JIM CARUSO'S CAST PARTY with Billy Stritch, Bobby Conte, Ashley Pezzotti Duo & More to Perform at Birdland in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 25, 2022


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this August with a full slate of nightly performances!  At Birdland Jazz Club, catch John Pizzarelli Trio, Sam Gravitte, Alexa Tarantino Quartet, Karen Mason, Artemis, John Yao Orchestra Plays Bird, Bobby Conte, and more.

Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre to Present EXCEPTIONAL BLACK MUSES: A MUSICAL JOURNEY With an All-Black-Women String Quintet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 22, 2022


Fleetwood-Jourdain Theatre and the Jazz Institute of Chicago will present a two-night concert on August 20 and 21 that will celebrate the amazing artistic accomplishments and contributions of Black female musicians, composers, and bandleaders from the early 20th century to present day.

Karen Mason to Present 30…. AND COUNTING at Birdland in August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 19, 2022


BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present the return of Karen Mason – honoring her three-decade collaboration with music director Christopher Denny in the new show “30… And Counting” – on Monday, August 8 at 7:00 PM.

Review: EYAL VILNER BIG BAND - THE JAM! ALBUM RELEASE EVENT at Birdland by Guest Reviewer Andrew Poretz
by Stephen Mosher - Jul 12, 2022


Theater Pizzazz reviewer and jazz devotee Andrew Poretz joins Broadway World Cabaret for the night, as he covers the album release party for JAM!, the new CD from the Eyal Vilner Big Band.

Birdland Presents MOIPEI in an Encore Performance This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 11, 2022


BIRDLAND THEATER will present the return of Moipet – Mary, Maggy and Marta, the singing triplets from Nairobi, Kenya – on Monday, July 25 at 8:30 PM.

See Sheryl Crow, a Tribute to Peggy Lee and Frank Sinatra & Much More This Summer at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2022


The Los Angeles Philharmonic is presenting a summer of jazz, funk, blues, and more at the Hollywood Bowl and The Ford. Upcoming performances include a tribute to Peggy Lee and Frank Sinatra at the Hollywood Bowl (July 27), Les Claypool’s Bastard Jazz at The Ford (July 29), and many more. 

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Announce July 2022 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2022


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! At Birdland Jazz Club, catch Jay Leonhardt and John Weber Duo, Remy LeBeouf Assembly of Shadows Orchestra and more. Birdland Theater will present Tony DeSare, Maurizio Spista Organ Trio and more.

World Premiere of A TRANSPARENT MUSICAL, 1776 National Tour & More Announced for Center Theatre Group 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2022


Programming has been announced for the 2022/2023 season at the Ahmanson Theatre and Mark Taper Forum. Find out all of the shows in the season, how to get tickets & more. 

Photo Coverage: Ann Hampton Callaway Brings Peggy Lee to Arts Garage
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 11, 2022


I don’t know if Peggy Lee ever performed in Del Ray Beach but last night Ann Hampton Callaway masterly brought the music and life of the sultry-voiced Jazz singer of ‘Fever’ to a packed audience in the Arts Garage.  The patrons were in for an added treat as Ann, who is also a gifted pianist accompanied herself for this engagement.

BIRDLAND Announces Programming Through June 19th
by Marissa Tomeo - Jun 4, 2022


Below, you'll find details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running June 6 through June 19. Artists appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Yellowjackets, Terraza Big Band, Frank Catalano Quartet, Danilo Perez & His Global Messengers and New London Big Band. 

BIRDLAND Announces Programming Through June 30th
by Marissa Tomeo - May 29, 2022


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are proudly open this June with a full slate of nightly performances! At Birdland Jazz Club, catch the Liebman, Brecker, Copland Quintet, Greg Ruvolo Big Band, Yellowjackets, Terraza Big Band, Anita Gillette and Lee Roy Reams, Frank Catalano Quartet, Danilo Perez & His Global Messengers, New London Big Band, Stacey Kent, Ron Aprea Big Band, Linda Lavin and Tuck & Patti.

An Tobar and Mull Theatre to Stage IN THE WEEDS
by Marissa Tomeo - May 22, 2022


An Tobar and Mull Theatre is delighted to be taking its new play In The Weeds by Joseph Wilde around the UK before heading to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe as part of the prestigious Made in Scotland showcase.

THIS WEEK! Join Tony nominee Ann Hampton Callaway at Feinstein's/54 Below
by - May 18, 2022


Special Offer - THIS WEEK! Join Tony® nominee Ann Hampton Callaway at Feinstein’s/54 Below

See Andrew Barth Feldman, Ann Hampton Callaway & More This Week at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2022


This week, FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond.

What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming May 17 - May 29
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2022


Get full details for Jazz programming coming up at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, May 17 - May 29:

Tony Nominee Ann Hampton Callaway Honors Peggy Lee
by - May 13, 2022


Special Offer - Tony® nominee Ann Hampton Callaway honors Peggy Lee

ANN HAMPTON CALLWAY: FEVER! THE PEGGY LEE CENTURY is Coming to Feinstein's/54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 11, 2022


FEINSTEIN’S/54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club, will welcome Tony Award® nominee Ann Hampton Callaway in Ann Hampton Callaway: Fever! The Peggy Lee Century, streaming live and in person with a tribute to her personal icon, Peggy Lee, in honor of the star’s 100th birthday. 

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