BWW Flashback: Watch Patti LuPone, Madonna & More Sing EVITA!
by Nicole Rosky
- Nov 13, 2019
Tonight, New York City Center will kick off its Gala Presentation of Evita, running November 13 - 24. Directed by Sammi Cannold, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's rock-opera musical follows the controversial ascent of Argentina's renowned first lady. The production will star two actors in the title role. Maia Reficco, award-winning Argentine actor and recording artist, will play Eva age 15 - 20, and Solea Pfeiffer (Almost Famous, Hamilton), last seen at City Center in Songs for a New World, will play Eva age 20 - 33. The cast will also feature Jason Gotay as Che, Enrique Acevedo as Perón and Philip Hernandez as Magaldi.
Ricky Martin, Roselyn Sánchez, and Paz Vega to Host The 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 24, 2019
The Latin Recording Academy® today announced that three-time Latin GRAMMY® winner, 2006 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, and two-time GRAMMY® winner Ricky Martin will host the 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards® alongside internationally renowned actresses Roselyn Sánchez and Paz Vega. The 20th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards will be broadcast live on Univision from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Nov. 14 from 8-11 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. Central).
Straight No Chaser Brings 'The Open Bar Tour' To Van Wezel
by Stephi Wild
- Oct 22, 2019
Renowned a cappella sensation Straight No Chaser returns to the Van Wezel on Sunday, November 17, 2019 at 7 p.m. with a?oeThe Open Bar Tour.a?? The chart-topping group recently announced the formation of SNC Records, their own label imprint in partnership with Warner Music Group's Arts Music division, which is set to focus on holiday music and unique artists outside of the mainstream. The first release on the label via Arts Music will be the group's new EP, a?oeOpen Bar,a?? out on November 15, 2019. The group recently revealed a teaser of the new EP, Semisonic's hit anthem a?oeClosing Time.a?? The full EP also showcases the group's ability to remake some of the crowd-favorite, bar-themed songs in pop culture such as a?oeTake Me Home Tonight,a?? made famous by Eddie Money, a?oeTennessee Whiskey,a?? recently recorded by Chris Stapleton, a?oeTequilaa?? by Dan + Shay and Smash Mouth's classic hit, a?oeAll Star.a??
STRAIGHT NO CHASER Stops at the Washington Pavilion on 11/1
by Julie Musbach
- Oct 21, 2019
Atlantic Records recording group Straight No Chaser has announced plans for another epic U.S. concert tour, a?oeThe Open Bar Tour.a?? The dates begin October 25th at Biloxi, MS' IP Casino and then continue through the holiday season before culminating with a very special New Year's Eve event at Portland, OR's Keller Auditorium.
GRAMMY Museum Presents 'Latin GRAMMY, 20 Years Of Excellence'
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Oct 21, 2019
To celebrate the milestone 20th anniversary of the Latin GRAMMY Awards®, the GRAMMY Museum® proudly presents Latin GRAMMY®, 20 Years Of Excellence. On Nov. 18, the Museum will kick off the opening of the new Latin music exhibit and its new third floor with a full day of programming, including an education program for students, live performances, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Gabriel Abaroa Jr., President/CEO of The Latin Recording Academy® and Michael Sticka, President of the GRAMMY Museum, along with prestigious Latin artists and personalities. The evening event is free, including entry to the Museum, and is open to the public on a special first-come, first-served basis. The exhibit will run through spring 2020.
Wagner College Theatre Presents EVITA
by Julie Musbach
- Oct 1, 2019
Wagner College Theatre kicks off the 2019-20 Mainstage Season with the Tony Award-winning EVITA, the international hit musical from Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, with performances October 3-13 in the Main Hall Theatre.
Desmond Child Unveils First Single from Live Album
by Abigail Charpentier
- Sep 27, 2019
The iconic Grammy-winning and Emmy nominated songwriter-producer Desmond Child has shared the first track, “Livin' On A Prayer” from his upcoming album DESMOND CHILD LIVE, available worldwide on October 25 via BMG. The track can be heard and serves as sneak preview to this new live album showcasing Child's global mega-hits recorded at Feinstein's/54 Below in New York City.
SONGWRITERS UNDER THE COVERS with Victoria Shaw Explores the Artists and Stories Behind Memorable Hit Songs
by Sarah Jae Leiber
- Sep 16, 2019
ALL ARTS, the multimedia arts platform launched earlier this year by WNET (parent company of New York's PBS stations THIRTEEN and WLIW21 and operator of NJTV), is pleased to announce the launch of Songwriters Under the Covers with Victoria Shaw, a new, intimate, music performance and storytelling series created in collaboration with award-winning songwriter Victoria Shaw and Brighton Entertainment. Songwriters Under the Covers with Victoria Shaw puts the spotlight on the songwriters of some of music's biggest hits across pop, rock, and country.
SONGWRITERS UNDER THE COVERS WITH VICTORIA SHAW Reveals Stories Behind Hit Songs
by A.A. Cristi
- Sep 16, 2019
ALL ARTS, the multimedia arts platform launched earlier this year by WNET (parent company of New York's PBS stations THIRTEEN and WLIW21 and operator of NJTV), is pleased to announce the launch of Songwriters Under the Covers with Victoria Shaw, a new, intimate, music performance and storytelling series created in collaboration with award-winning songwriter Victoria Shaw and Brighton Entertainment. Songwriters Under the Covers with Victoria Shaw puts the spotlight on the songwriters of some of music's biggest hits across pop, rock, and country.
Peace Center Announces Songwriters Concert Series And Workshop Series For 2019-2020
by Stephi Wild
- Sep 11, 2019
Greenville favorite Edwin McCain and accomplished songwriter Maia Sharp return for the Peace Center's Songwriters Concert Series and Workshop Series. Each concert brings a new guest singer-songwriter to the Upstate for an intimate one-of-a-kind listening room experience in Genevieve's theater lounge at the Peace Center. The guest artists will also join McCain and Sharp for a four-part Workshop Series.
Seattle Men's & Women's Choruses Tackle Tough Topics Through Song
by A.A. Cristi
- Sep 10, 2019
Music heals, music inspires, music transcends; artistic director Paul Caldwell has selected a broad repertoire of pieces for the 2019-2020 season that do all these things while also reflecting upon the times in which we live. Voting rights, racial equality and sexual freedom are just a few of the important topics the Choruses will touch upon with the songs and anthems they perform this season.
Zach Adkins Will Lead North Carolina Theatre's WEST SIDE STORY
by Stephi Wild
- Aug 27, 2019
North Carolina Theatre's production of West Side Story will be led by Broadway's Zach Adkins as Tony, opposite Addie Morales as Maria. West Side Story plays October 15-20 at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Raleigh.
Maria Elena Salinas Joins CBS News as a Contributor
by Kaitlin Milligan
- Jul 22, 2019
Award-winning journalist, anchor and author Maria Elena Salinas is joining CBS News as a contributor, it was announced today by Susan Zirinsky, CBS News President and Senior Executive Producer. Salinas, one of the most recognizable and respected journalists in the country, most notably served as co-anchor of Univison's evening news program for more than 30 years.
BWW TOP 10: Happy Birthday, Alan Menken!
by Juan-Jose Gonzalez
- Jul 22, 2019
Su nombre es sinonimo de cine y teatro musical. Ha creado las bandas sonoras de la epoca dorada de Disney como LA BELLA Y LA BESTIA o ALADDIN, y tambien musicales inolvidables como LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS o NEWSIES, por el que gano el Premio Tony.
ASTROJAXX Releases UNIVERSE Feat. Argentinian Spotify Sensation Mechi Pieretti
by Tori Hartshorn
- Jul 19, 2019
At just 16 years of age, Los Angeles based multi-talented composer, musician, and producer ASTROJAXX has quickly cemented his studio prowess among an exclusive group of rising musicians. The classically trained pianist turned producer is now aiming to force a sizable dent into this summer's airwaves as he returns with his inaugural release of 2019, 'Universe' featuring one of Argentina's most promising artists, Mechi Pieretti. 'Universe' is available now across all digital streaming platforms.
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