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Andre Hayward and Friends To Perform At The 2022 Austin Chamber Music Festival
by Grace Cutler - Jul 16, 2022

In a collaboration with Golden Hornet, Austin Chamber Music Center presents jazz legend Andre Hayward.

SHOWTIME to Premiere Dawn Porter's CONFIRMED Docu-Series
by Michael Major - Jun 28, 2022

The series unfolds during a profoundly consequential year, from the historic confirmation of Ketanji Brown Jackson, the fallout of an unprecedented leak from inside the Court’s chambers, and a Supreme Court, remade by former President Donald Trump, in the wake of overturning Roe v. Wade.

Tom Odell Unveils New Single 'Sad Anymore'
by Michael Major - May 27, 2022

Tom Odell shares his latest track ‘Sad Anymore,’ released via independent label mtheory. It’s accompanied by an animated music video created by line-drawing artist Manshen Lo (Sally Rooney), with animation by Duncan Gist and produced by Nexus Studios –the same team behind the official video for Tom’s recent single ‘Best Day Of My Life.'

Jennifer Holliday & Loretta Devine to Talk DREAMGIRLS on FRIDAY NIGHT VIBES
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022

This week Jennifer Holliday and Loretta Devine will sit down on Friday Night Vibes to discuss their experience working on 'Dreamgirls' with Tiffany Haddish and co-host Deon Cole. Additionally, super fan Diimond Meeks will perform 'And I Am Telling You' on the episode. Holliday and Devine starred in the original Broadway production of the musical.

Simu Liu to Host TIME 100 Special on ABC Special Celebrating Time's Iconic Annual List
by Michael Major - May 26, 2022

Actor Simu Liu hosts the TIME100 Gala and one-hour special, which features musical performances by Mary J. Blige and Miranda Lambert, and appearances by members of the iconic list of the most influential people in the world including Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, Quinta Brunson and others. Additional details will be shared in the coming weeks.

CNN Films and HBO Max Have Commissioned New True Crime Documentary, 'American Pain'
by Marissa Tomeo - May 12, 2022

CNN Films and HBO Max, in association with TIME Studios, have commissioned a new true crime tale, American Pain, directed by Emmy® Award-winner Darren Foster and produced by Motto Pictures, Muck Media, and Fishbowl Films that traces the rise and fall of Chris and Jeff George, identical twins who are believed to be America’s most prolific opioid kingpins. In just a few short years of operation, the Georges ran a pill mill empire that attracted clients from around the country, and spawned a prescription drug trafficking network with an estimated street value of more than $500M. The film will premiere at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival in June, and is currently slated for release in 2023.

BWW Review: MIDDLE, National Theatre
by Alexander Cohen - May 5, 2022

David Eldridge thrusts the agony and the ecstasy of middle class struggles into the limelight in his new play at the National Theatre's Dorfman stage. Let's see what BWW's critic had to say...

Black Public Media Awards $225,000 to Film and Technology Creatives at the Annual PitchBLACK Awards
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 30, 2022

Black Public Media (BPM) has awarded a total of $225,000 in funding to three creative teams who competed at its PitchBLACK Forum, which took place Tuesday and Wednesday. The annual forum, which is the largest pitching competition for Black independent filmmakers and creative technologists in the United States, is designed to advance Black content and draws a “who’s who” of public television and commercial distributors and funders.

Filmmakers & Creative Technologists To Vie For Up To $150K In Funding At PitchBLACK, The Daily Show's CJ Hunt To Host
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2022

Filmmakers and creative technologists will vie for up to $150,000 in project funding at Black Public Media's PitchBLACK Forum, April 26 and 27, the largest pitch competition for Black, independent filmmakers and creative technologists in the United States.

BIRDLAND Announces Programming Through April 24th
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 9, 2022

Artists appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include Mingus Big Band, Jin Joo Trio, Cyrille Aimée, and Ashley Pezzotti with the Birdland Big Band! Downstairs at Birdland Theater, you'll find Steve Wilson Analog Band, Donald Vega Trio and Wycliffe Gordon and His International All-Stars.

The Paley Center for Media Unveils Reopening of PaleyGX Gaming Studio and VR Lab
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 7, 2022

The Paley Center for Media today announced that its newly-renovated PaleyGX Gaming Studio and VR Lab officially reopens Saturday, April 9 with a free Open House for the public.

Theatrical Outfit Announces 2022 �" 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022

Theatrical Outfit has announced its 2022 – 2023 Season – a truly game-changing year. With four gripping Mainstage productions and the continuations of Made In Atlanta, The Graham Martin Unexpected Play Festival, and The Welcome Table, the season will bring powerful, relevant, and thrilling live theatre to the heart of Downtown Atlanta.

The Django Announces May Schedule Featuring 'Next Gen Series' of Emerging Artists
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 4, 2022

THE DJANGO, downtown Manhattan’s premier jazz club, is celebrating the next generation of jazz with a special concert series this month. During the month of May, The Django welcomes rising stars as part of its new Next Gen Series.

Ravi Coltrane Quartet, Mingus Big Band & More Upcoming at Birdland
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 1, 2022

Jazz programming has been announced at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater from April 4 - April 17.

Find Out Who Won at the 2022 GRAMMY Awards - All the Winners!
by Michael Major - Apr 21, 2022

The 64th Annual GRAMMY Awards featured a tribute to Stephen Sondheim, a win for Barlow and Bear's 'Unofficial Bridgerton Musical,' Lady Gaga and Tony Bennett for their 'Love For Sale' Cole Porter duets album, Olivia Rodrigo, and more. Check out the full list of winners now!

Guitarist Anthony Wilson Announces Cinematic New Album
by Michael Major - Mar 31, 2022

His longtime main ensemble — Wilson on guitar and vocals accompanied by Blue Note recording artist Gerald Clayton on piano and keyboards, bassist David Piltchand Jay Bellerose on drums and percussion — helps bring the tales to life with these musical settings much as, say, Jonny Greenwood’s score does in Power of the Dog.

Levar Burton To Host The 64th GRAMMY Awards Premiere Ceremony
by Michael Major - Mar 25, 2022

Kicking off the ceremony, the opening number will feature a special multi-nominee performance including Madison Cunningham, Falu, Nnenna Freelon, Kalani Pe'a, John Popper, and The Isaacs. Other artists scheduled to perform include current nominees Jimmie Allen, Ledisi, Mon Laferte, Allison Russell, and Curtis Stewart.

Maria Clark And Maria Thompson Corley Release New Album Of Spirituals And Hymns, SOUL SANCTUARY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 23, 2022

Acclaimed soprano Maria Clark and award-winning pianist/composer Maria Thompson Corley have released a new album of spirituals and hymns called Soul Sanctuary.

Birdland Announces April 2022 Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 23, 2022

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this April with a full slate of nightly performances! 

Works & Process At The Guggenheim to Present The World Premiere Of A CHRONICLE OF A PIVOT AT A POINT IN TIME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 7, 2022

Works & Process, the performing arts series at the Guggenheim, will present the world premiere of A Chronicle of a Pivot at a Point in Time by Jamar Roberts, with music by David Watson on March 20 and 21, 2022 at 7:30 pm.

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