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Pink Martini Returns to Pacific Symphony's Pops Series
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 5, 2021


Pacific Symphony has announced that last year's postponed Pink Martini concert has been rescheduled for Sept. 3 and 4 at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The incredible musical stylings of cross-genre sensation Pink Martini will once again join Pacific Symphony musicians onstage for the fourth time since 2010 as Andy Einhorn conducts! Pink Martini is part big band, part classical ensemble, part salsa troupe and all fun!

Pink Martini Will Once Again Join the Pacific Symphony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2020


The incredible musical stylings of cross-genre sensation Pink Martini will once again join Pacific Symphony musicians onstage for the fourth time since 2010, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall as Andy Einhorn conducts! Pink Martini is part big band, part classical ensemble, part salsa troupe and all fun!

Genre-Bending Sensation PINK MARTINI Returns To Pacific Symphony's Pops Series With Unique, Worldly Music
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 4, 2020


The incredible musical stylings of world music group Pink Martini will once again join Pacific Symphony musicians onstage for the fourth time since 2010, in the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall as Andy Einhorn conducts! Pink Martini is part big band, part classical ensemble, part salsa troupe and all fun!

Truly 'Back By Popular Demand' PINK MARTINI Returns To The McCallum With China Forbes And Storm Large
by David Green - Feb 6, 2018


Pink Martini, a McCallum favorite returns for eight great shows Friday, February 9, through Thursday, February 15. In 1994 in his hometown of Portland, Thomas Lauderdale was working in politics, with the intention of eventually running for office. Like other eager politicians-in-training, he went to every political fundraiser under the sun, but was dismayed to find the music at these events underwhelming, lackluster, loud and un-neighborly. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world, crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop, and hoping to appeal to conservatives and liberals alike, he founded the "little orchestra" Pink Martini in 1994 to provide beautiful and inclusive musical for political fundraisers for progressive causes such as civil rights, the environment and affordable housing.

The McCoy to Host A SPRING FLING WITH PINK MARTINI FEATURING CHINA FORBES, 3/23
by Tyler Peterson - Feb 22, 2016


Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world - crossing genres of classical, jazz, and old-fashioned pop - Thomas Lauderdale founded Pink Martini in 1994 to provide more beautiful and inclusive musical soundtracks for political fundraisers for causes such as civil rights, affordable housing, the environment, libraries, public broadcasting, education, and parks. More than 20 years later, Pink Martini still tours the world, singing in 22 languages at opera houses, concert halls, film festivals, museums, and fashion shows. This performance of the biggest little orchestra around will feature lead singer China Forbes.

NPR's Ari Shapiro Performs at BSO Gala Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Sep 7, 2013


Signaling the start of the social season, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will hold its annual Gala Concert tonight, September 7 at 8:30 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. This year's Gala will be led by BSO Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly. The concert features the band Pink Martini with vocalist Storm Large, who will collaborate with the BSO for an intoxicating mix of cabaret, samba, jazz and Hollywood musicals. National Public Radio's news correspondent Ari Shapiro, a frequent guest vocalist with Pink Martini, will perform.

NPR's Ari Shapiro to Perform at BSO Gala, 9/7
by BWW News Desk - Aug 28, 2013


Signaling the start of the social season, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will hold its annual Gala Concert on Saturday, September 7 at 8:30 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. This year's Gala will be led by BSO Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly. The concert features the band Pink Martini with vocalist Storm Large, who will collaborate with the BSO for an intoxicating mix of cabaret, samba, jazz and Hollywood musicals. National Public Radio's news correspondent Ari Shapiro, a frequent guest vocalist with Pink Martini, will perform.

Pink Martini to Perform at Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's Annual Gala, 9/7
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 13, 2013


Signaling the start of the social season, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO) will hold its annual Gala Concert on Saturday, September 7 at 8:30 p.m. at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. This year's Gala will be led by BSO Principal Pops Conductor Jack Everly. The concert features the band Pink Martini, who will collaborate with the BSO for an intoxicating mix of cabaret, samba, jazz and Hollywood musicals.

Photo Coverage: The New York Pops and Pink Martini in JOY TO THE WORLD Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 15, 2012


Tonight, December 15, 2012, The New York Pops continues its concert full of holiday cheer at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage with Pink Martini: Joy to the World. Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke leads the orchestra in a seasonal celebration featuring guest artists Pink Martini as they perform festive favorites from their album Joy to World. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from last night's performance below!

Photo Coverage: The New York Pops Rehearses with Pink Martini for JOY TO THE WORLD Concert
by Stephen Sorokoff - Dec 15, 2012


Tonight, December 15, 2012, The New York Pops will present an evening full of holiday cheer at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage with Pink Martini: Joy to the World. Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke will lead the orchestra in a seasonal celebration featuring guest artists Pink Martini as they perform festive favorites from their album Joy to World. BroadwayWorld attended rehearsal and brings you photos below!

New York Pops Presents PINK MARTINI: JOY TO THE WORLD, 12/14 & 15
by BWW News Desk - Dec 14, 2012


Tonight, December 14 and 15, 2012 at 8:00pm, The New York Pops will present an evening full of holiday cheer at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage with Pink Martini: Joy to the World. Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke will lead the orchestra in a seasonal celebration featuring guest artists Pink Martini as they perform festive favorites from their album Joy to World.

New York Pops Presents PINK MARTINI: JOY TO THE WORLD, 12/14 & 15
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2012


On December 14 and 15, 2012 at 8:00pm, The New York Pops will present an evening full of holiday cheer at Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage with Pink Martini: Joy to the World. Music Director and Conductor Steven Reineke will lead the orchestra in a seasonal celebration featuring guest artists Pink Martini as they perform festive favorites from their album Joy to World.

Shaken, Not Stirred! PINK MARTINI Comes to the McCallum Tonight, 9/8
by David Green - Sep 8, 2012


The internationally acclaimed musical sensation PINK MARTINI will bring their unique and highly praised vocal stylings to The McCallum Theatre for a 'one night only' concert tonight, September 8 at 8:00 pm. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world - crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop - Pink Martini's diverse repertoire is a blend influenced by Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, Tito Puente and Xavier Cugat, as well as Argentine tango, Brazilian samba, Italian folk, Asian and romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s and '50s.

Shaken, Not Stirred! PINK MARTINI Comes to the McCallum, 9/8
by David Green - Aug 6, 2012


The internationally acclaimed musical sensation PINK MARTINI will bring their unique and highly praised vocal stylings to The McCallum Theatre for a 'one night only' concert on Saturday, September 8 at 8:00 pm. Drawing inspiration from music from all over the world - crossing genres of classical, jazz and old-fashioned pop - Pink Martini's diverse repertoire is a blend influenced by Cole Porter and Duke Ellington, Tito Puente and Xavier Cugat, as well as Argentine tango, Brazilian samba, Italian folk, Asian and romantic Hollywood musicals of the 1940s and '50s.

STG Presents Pink Martini with the Seattle Symphony 12/3
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2011


Seattle Theatre Group (STG) presents a very special holiday show with Pink Martini and the Seattle Symphony on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 8:00pm at the Paramount Theatre.

STG Presents Pink Martini with the Seattle Symphony 12/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 7, 2011


Seattle Theatre Group (STG) presents a very special holiday show with Pink Martini and the Seattle Symphony on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at 8:00pm at the Paramount Theatre.

'Mars on Life-LIVE!' Performs at Artists Rep., 11/16-12/19
by BWW News Desk - Dec 19, 2010


Susannah Mars returns with the warmth, charm and authentic humor that audiences know to expect. This year she explores the expectations of what the holiday home is 'supposed to be' - the havoc, the harmony, and the universal challenges the season can mean for each of us. The show is conceived by and features Susannah Mars and special guests, and is directed by Grant Byington. Runs November 16-December 19 at Artists Repertory Theatre, Alder Stage, 1515 SW Morrison. See below for NO SHOW dates when Ms. Mars will be performing with Oregon Ballet Theatre. Tickets are $20-$47 at 503.241.1278; www.artistsrep.org.

'Mars on Life-LIVE!' Performs at Artists Rep., 11/16-12/19
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2010


Susannah Mars returns with the warmth, charm and authentic humor that audiences know to expect. This year she explores the expectations of what the holiday home is 'supposed to be' - the havoc, the harmony, and the universal challenges the season can mean for each of us. The show is conceived by and features Susannah Mars and special guests, and is directed by Grant Byington. Runs November 16-December 19 at Artists Repertory Theatre, Alder Stage, 1515 SW Morrison. See below for NO SHOW dates when Ms. Mars will be performing with Oregon Ballet Theatre. Tickets are $20-$47 at 503.241.1278; www.artistsrep.org.

'Mars on Life-LIVE!' Performs at Artists Rep., 11/16-12/19
by Erica Anker - Nov 4, 2010


Susannah Mars returns with the warmth, charm and authentic humor that audiences know to expect. This year she explores the expectations of what the holiday home is 'supposed to be' - the havoc, the harmony, and the universal challenges the season can mean for each of us. The show is conceived by and features Susannah Mars and special guests, and is directed by Grant Byington. Runs November 16-December 19 at Artists Repertory Theatre, Alder Stage, 1515 SW Morrison. See below for NO SHOW dates when Ms. Mars will be performing with Oregon Ballet Theatre. Tickets are $20-$47 at 503.241.1278; www.artistsrep.org.

Napa Valley Opera House Announces Annual Fund-Raising Gala 'Shaken, Not Stirred' Held 10/3
by BWW News Desk - Oct 3, 2009


Announcing the Napa Valley Opera House 2009 Gala - Shaken, Not Stirred - happening Saturday, October 3, 2009.

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