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Billy Taylor

Billy Taylor is an actor, composer whose BroadwayWorld credits include Keep Moving, The Only Girl, and Great Day.

STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1934
Manhattan Knights, "(Wake Up.) Sleepy Moon" Performer, "Isn't It a Funny Thing" Performer, "Lovely, Lovely Day" Performer, "Street Scene" Performer
[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1934
Sylvester Martin
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1929
Phil Randolph
[Broadway]
1928
Noel Burnham
[Broadway]
1925
Sing Sing
[Broadway]
1924
Wash Brimmage
[Broadway]
1922
Ted Miller

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RED, WHITE & LOUIS to Bring Armstrong Tribute to JAZZ@THEPOINT Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 24, 2026

South Jersey Jazz Society will present its Jazz@ThePoint festival in Somers Point, N.J., featuring trombonist Wycliffe Gordon and trumpeter Jon Faddis honoring Louis Armstrong's legacy at Gateway Playhouse.
South Jersey Jazz Society To Present JAZZ@THEPOINT FESTIVAL
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2026

The South Jersey Jazz Society will present its Jazz@ThePoint festival honoring Louis Armstrong, featuring headliners Wycliffe Gordon and Jon Faddis at Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point, NJ.
RON DROTOS AND FRIENDS to Return to Pangea for Two Shows
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2026

Jazz pianist Ron Drotos will return to Pangea with vocalists Lina Koutrakos, Dorian Woodruff, and Juliet Ewing for two evenings of jazz, bossa, ballads, and blues.
JAY HOGGARD SEXTET to Perform Free Show at Marcus Garvey Park
by Joshua Wright - Aug 4, 2026

Vibraphonist and composer Jay Hoggard will lead his sextet in a free outdoor performance at the Richard Rodgers Amphitheater in Marcus Garvey Park, blending jazz, gospel, and African marimba traditions.
Antoinette Montague to Lead Danny Mixon Tribute at Jazzmobile SUMMERFEST
by Stephi Wild - Jul 31, 2026

Jazzmobile's SUMMERFEST will present a free concert honoring pianist Danny Mixon, led by vocalist Antoinette Montague with guests at Marcus Garvey Park in New York City.
Review: I PUT A SPELL ON YOU: NINA SIMONE at Signature Theatre
by Elliot Lanes - Apr 7, 2026

There is no question that actress/singer/not of this world performer Felicia Curry is true DC theatre royalty. There is a reason why those of us in the know address her as Dame. This recently Lortel Award nominated performer has been lighting up area stages for years while also making her Broadway debut in the revival of Into The Woods and beyond.
Pianist Jon Regen to Release Debut Album 'From Left To Right'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 6, 2026

New York City-based singer, songwriter and pianist Jon Regen will release his never-before-issued 1996 instrumental debut album From Left to Right via JRM/Symphonic on April 24.
Wycliffe Gordon's International All-Stars & Friends Comes to Aaron Davis Hall
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2025

Jazzmobile will continue its celebration of National Jazz Appreciation Month (JAM), and International Jazz Day, UNESCO's global celebration of jazz, with a night of straight ahead jazz and down home swing.
Parsons Dance Makes First Chicago Appearance In 30 Years This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2025

The Auditorium will present a special evening with Parsons Dance, the New York-based contemporary American dance company founded in 1985, and internationally renowned for its athletic ensemble work, boundary-pushing artistry and life-affirming joy.
BOTH EYES OPEN, A Hybrid Opera Theater Production, to Play Zellerbach Playhouse in February
by Blair Ingenthron - Jan 4, 2025

New Performance Traditions will present a new production of Both Eyes Open, an experimental electroacoustic opera by Brooklyn-based composer Max Giteck Duykers and Berkeley-based librettist and playwright Philip Kan Gotanda.
Birdland Jazz To Present Emmet Cohen Trio, Svetlana's Big Band And More This Month
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 29, 2024

Get all the details on jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running December 2nd - December 15th.
Alexis Cole to Present I'LL TAKE NEW YORK at HFC Underground
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2024

Jazz vocalist and pianist Alexis Cole will debut at HFC Underground, celebrating NYC's music with classics and hidden gems. Joined by John DiMartino, Tony Depaolis, and Kenny Hassler, experience a sonic tour of the city. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Jazzmobile Summerfest Continues This Friday
by Stephi Wild - Aug 13, 2024

In celebration of Max Roach 100, the legendary late jazz drummer, composer, bandleader, activist, will be honored with a performance by M’BOOM + HORNS, in Marcus Garvey Park on August 16, starting at 7:00 pm.
See What's Coming Up At Birdland: Jazz Programming August 12th - August 25th
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 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
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 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
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 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
by Blair Ingenthron - Jul 27, 2024

Birdland has announced jazz programming running at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater July 29th - August 11th.
Smoke Jazz Club Announces September Line-Up With Branford Marsalis and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 22, 2024

SMOKE Jazz Club will continue its 25th anniversary season with a month of album release shows and club debuts.
Alexis Cole Comes to 54 Below Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024

Experience the captivating performance of Alexis Cole at 54 Below on May 21. Dive into an evening of enchanting jazz music by this renowned artist.
Actor Jeffrey Wright Delivered The 35th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture On Arts And Public Policy
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 15, 2024

Renowned actor Jeffrey Wright gives an insightful address at the 35th Annual Nancy Hanks Lecture on Arts and Public Policy, discussing the importance and impact of arts in society.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Billy Taylor been in?

Billy Taylor has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Billy Taylor been in?

Billy Taylor has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Billy Taylor written?

Billy Taylor has written 1 shows including Keep Moving (Composer).

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