Richard Cortez brings his emotional and engaging vocal talents to Birdland, where he will reinterpret classics from the Great American Songbook. Known for his passionate yet witty performances, Cortez infuses songs by iconic composers like Cole Porter and Billie Holiday with his unique perspective and openly gay artistry. With a strong following cultivated through various residencies across New York City, his shows offer a memorable blend of sweetness, authenticity, and vulnerability. This performance promises to showcase a rising star in the jazz scene.
News About Richard Cortez at Birdland
Birdland Jazz Club Will Present Julie Halston, Bill Charlap Trio & More In May 2026
May 08, 2026 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a lineup including Julie Halston, Bill Charlap Trio, Michael Wolff Quartet, Robin McKelle, and recurring acts like Jim Caruso's Cast Party and the Birdland Big Band.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming August 12th - August 25th
August 10, 2024 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have revealed all jazz programming running August 12th - August 25th.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland August 5th - August 18th
August 03, 2024 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater has revealed jazz programming running August 5th - August 18th.
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater Reveal August 2024 Programming
July 27, 2024 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will operate this August with a full slate of nightly performances.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 29th - August 11th
July 27, 2024 Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 29th - August 11th.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland July 22nd - August 4th
July 21, 2024 Birdland has announced details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running July 22nd - August 4th.
Richard Cortez, The Hot Sardines, and More to Play Birdland This Month
September 09, 2023 Check out the details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running September 11th - September 24th here!
Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet, Jared Schonig Big Band, and More to Play Birdland This Month
May 12, 2023 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running May 15 through May 28.
Gil Evans Project, Big Chief Donald Harrison Quartet, and More to Play Birdland This Month
May 06, 2023 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater have announced jazz programming running May 8 through May 21.
Richard Cortez, Ben Allison With Ted Nash and Steve Cardenas, And More Coming Up At Birdland, January 2 - January 15
December 30, 2022 Get the scoop on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running January 2 through January 15.
See Marylin Maye, SWINGIN' SONDHEIM & More at Birdland in January 2023
December 28, 2022 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this January with a full slate of nightly performances! See the lineup, how to get tickets, and more!
Live At Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce September 2022 Lineup
August 25, 2022 Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this September with a full slate of nightly performances!
The Django to Welcome Today's Premier Swing Band, 15+ Vocalists, and Hot Latin Tuesday Nights This Summer
May 06, 2022 THE DJANGO will bring another month of stellar jazz by some of the field’s heroes alongside young, emerging artists.
BIRDLAND Releases Programming Through February 13th
January 29, 2022 The Birdland Theatre and Jazz Club has an abundance of performances happening from January 31st through February 13th. Artists appearing at Birdland Jazz Club include John Pizzarelli Swing Seven, SUNY Purchase Latin Jazz Orchestra, Greg Abate Quartet, John Pizzarelli Trio and Svetlana's Big Band.
The Django Announces March Line-Up: Celebrating Women's History Month
January 27, 2022 THE DJANGO, downtown Manhattan’s premier jazz club, is commemorating Women’s History Month by hosting more than 20 leading female jazz artists on its stage during March.About the Theatre
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Charlie Parker Birthday Celebration (08/29/24-09/01/24)
John Pizzarelli Celebrates Tony Bennett at Birdland (03/03/26-03/07/26)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (12/15/25-12/15/25)
Bryce Edwards & Mike Davis in (09/01/25-09/01/25)
Spring Swing (05/05/25-05/05/25)
Jamie deRoy & friends 35th Anniversary Cabaret (03/17/25-03/17/25)
The Kleinbort Collection (02/25/25-02/25/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (02/24/25-02/24/25)
Charlie Parker Birthday Celebration (08/29/24-09/01/24)
What shows have played recently at Birdland Theater?
John Pizzarelli Celebrates Tony Bennett at Birdland (3/3/26-3/7/26)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (12/15/25-12/15/25)
Bryce Edwards & Mike Davis in (9/1/25-9/1/25)
Spring Swing (5/5/25-5/5/25)
Jamie deRoy & friends 35th Anniversary Cabaret (3/17/25-3/17/25)
The Kleinbort Collection (2/25/25-2/25/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (2/24/25-2/24/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (9/9/24-9/9/24)
Charlie Parker Birthday Celebration (8/29/24-9/1/24)
Troy Roberts Quartet: “Green Lights” Album Release (8/27/24-8/27/24)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (12/15/25-12/15/25)
Bryce Edwards & Mike Davis in (9/1/25-9/1/25)
Spring Swing (5/5/25-5/5/25)
Jamie deRoy & friends 35th Anniversary Cabaret (3/17/25-3/17/25)
The Kleinbort Collection (2/25/25-2/25/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (2/24/25-2/24/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (9/9/24-9/9/24)
Charlie Parker Birthday Celebration (8/29/24-9/1/24)
Troy Roberts Quartet: “Green Lights” Album Release (8/27/24-8/27/24)
What shows have played recently at Birdland Jazz Club?
Frankie Moreno Trio (03/09/26-03/09/26)
John Pizzarelli Celebrates Tony Bennett at Birdland (03/03/26-03/07/26)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (12/15/25-12/15/25)
Bryce Edwards & Mike Davis in (09/01/25-09/01/25)
Spring Swing (05/05/25-05/05/25)
Jamie deRoy & friends 35th Anniversary Cabaret (03/17/25-03/17/25)
The Kleinbort Collection (02/25/25-02/25/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (02/24/25-02/24/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (09/09/24-09/09/24)
Charlie Parker Birthday Celebration (08/29/24-09/01/24)
John Pizzarelli Celebrates Tony Bennett at Birdland (03/03/26-03/07/26)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (12/15/25-12/15/25)
Bryce Edwards & Mike Davis in (09/01/25-09/01/25)
Spring Swing (05/05/25-05/05/25)
Jamie deRoy & friends 35th Anniversary Cabaret (03/17/25-03/17/25)
The Kleinbort Collection (02/25/25-02/25/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (02/24/25-02/24/25)
The Bryce Edwards Frivolity Hour (09/09/24-09/09/24)
Charlie Parker Birthday Celebration (08/29/24-09/01/24)
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