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Birth Place: Red Bank, NJ, USA

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KIMBERLY AKIMBO National Tour To Make New Jersey Premiere At Count Basie Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2025

The national tour of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, winner of the 2023 Tony Award for Best Musical, will make its New Jersey premiere at the Count Basie Center for the Arts in May 2026.
Tickets On Sale For The New Jersey Premiere Of KIMBERLY AKIMBO This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 20, 2025

The Count Basie Center for the Arts has revealed that tickets are now available for the New Jersey premiere of KIMBERLY AKIMBO, the winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
New Jersey Symphony to Present ELF IN CONCERT in Newark and Red Bank
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2025

CineConcerts and Warner Bros. Discovery have announced ELF IN CONCERT, featuring New Jersey Symphony performing John Debney’s full score live to picture.
Boca-Based Recording Artist Deborah Silver Earns First GRAMMY Award Nomination
by Team BWW - Nov 11, 2025

Just days after her hour-long PBS Special, internationally acclaimed and Boca-based singing sensation Deborah Silver has received her first GRAMMY Award nomination for Basie Rocks!, her album with The Count Basie Orchestra. It has been nominated for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album. The next annual GRAMMY Awards will be presented on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
Cynthia Erivo, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2026 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!
Chris Pinnella Announces 2025 Christmas Tour with 15-Piece Orchestra
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

Acclaimed vocalist Chris Pinnella, best known for his work with Trans-Siberian Orchestra, has announced his 2025 Christmas Tour, featuring a 15-piece orchestra and a mix of holiday classics and modern hits.
SCOTT SILVEN: AT THE ILLUSIONIST'S TABLE and More Set for Midland Center For The Arts 25/26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2025

Midland Center for the Arts has revealed its 2025/26 Season featuring performances and artists from around the world. Audiences will be able to purchase seats for events in the Windows On Our World series, MATRIX:Midland series, and more.
Vince Giordano, Carole J. Bufford and More Will Play Birdland This Fall
by Gillian Blum - Oct 19, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater announced their October 20 through November 2 lineup of shows, including The Bean Tones, Frank Catalano Quartet, Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks, and Jim Caruso's Cast Party with Billy Stritch at the piano.
Chris Mann to Release New EP SANTA, WE'RE READY in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2025

Chris Mann is making spirits bright this season with the release of his brand-new holiday EP, Santa, We’re Ready. Learn more about the new album here!
Palm Beach Symphony's Season Opens With Pianist Shelly Berg Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

 In a powerful launch to the season, American innovation meets Italian grandeur as Palm Beach Symphony's 2025-2026 Masterworks Series opens with pianist Shelly Berg and Music Director Gerard Schwarz
THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH World Premiere to be Presented at Thinkery and Verse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 26, 2025

THINKERY AND VERSE will present the world premiere production of THE TRAGEDY OF MACBETH, adapted by Dr. J.M. Meyer and Karen Eliza Alvarado and directed by Dr. J.M. Meyer. Learn more!
GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! Adds 40+ Shows After Sold-Out Performances
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2025

Due to popular demand, a second leg of the North American tour of GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! PRESENTED BY WALMART will launch in Macon, GA, on January 14, 2026.
The Anderson Brothers Bring BIG BAND ROYALTY to Birdland Jazz Club
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025

Peter and Will Anderson bring Big Band Royalty to Birdland Jazz Club on October 28. The twin saxophonists lead a 15-piece orchestra in a program celebrating Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Dizzy Gillespie, and more.
The Simon & Garfunkel Story Returning for 2026 U.S. Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025

The hit theater production The Simon & Garfunkel Story will return to the road in 2026 and will visit nearly 60 U.S. cities, kicking off in Farmington, NM, on January 17.
Listen: Matteo Bocelli Releases New Album 'Falling in Love'
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 12, 2025

International recording artist Matteo Bocelli has released his sophomore album, Falling in Love, which features all original songs. Listen to the album now.
Cabaret Roundup: September 8-14. 2025- Judy Collins, Dez Duron & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 8, 2025

Are you trying to plan your entertainment for the week or looking for a fun show to see this weekend? We have you covered with jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week.
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below Lineup Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 5, 2025

Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including TikTok's Paloma Diamond, and more. See the full lineup here!
TikTok's Paloma Diamond and More Set for 54 Below September Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 29, 2025

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Paloma Diamond, Chester Gregory, and many more! See the full lineup here.
Alex Borstein, Janeane Garofalo and More to Perform at The Den Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 27, 2025

The Den Theatre today announced upcoming October 2025 shows at the theatre's Wicker Park stages, including Alex Borstein, Janeane Garofalo and more. See the full lineup here!
Ginger Minj Adds New Cities to HOKUS POKUS LIVE! Tour This Fall
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 27, 2025

Global drag superstar, theater performer, and “RuPaul’s Drag Race” icon Ginger Minj has added 11 new cities to her upcoming North American tour of Hokus Pokus Live! kicking off September 4.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Count Basie been in?

Count Basie has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Count Basie been in?

Count Basie has not appeared in the West End

How many shows has Count Basie written?

Count Basie has written 1 shows including Come Fly Away (Composer).

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