Jacques Brel

Interview: Louise Pitre On ENCORE! at The Rose in Brampton
by Joshua Wright - Oct 20, 2026

Tony Award nominee Louise Pitre discusses ENCORE!, her intimate evening of songs and stories from MAMMA MIA!, LES MISÉRABLES, and Piaf, with pianist Diane Leah at The Rose in Brampton on October 29, 2026.

Roni Eytan to Release Debut Album MELODY PEOPLE
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

Harmonica virtuoso Roni Eytan will perform at Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center and release his debut album MELODY PEOPLE on PKmusik, exploring new harmonica techniques and cultural influences.

Roni Eytan to Release Debut Album MELODY PEOPLE
by Rachel Stone - Sep 28, 2026

Harmonica virtuoso Roni Eytan will release his debut album MELODY PEOPLE and perform at Dizzy's Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City.

Photos: Ute Lemper Releases MOTHERS Across 17 Languages for Peace
by Rachel Stone - Sep 21, 2026

Singer and composer Ute Lemper released the multilingual peace project MOTHERS, featuring one original song performed across 17 languages and cultures in recognition of International Day of Peace.

Laura Lootens to Tour 15 US Cities Starting September 9
by Rachel Stone - Sep 9, 2026

Guitarist Laura Lootens will release her second album SHAPE OF MY HEART on October 9, 2026, on the naïve classiques label. She will perform works from the album across 15 US cities beginning September 9 in Boston, with additional stops in Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and other major cities through November.

Celine Dion's LIVE À PARIS to Get First-Ever Vinyl Release for 30th Anniversary
by Rachel Stone - Sep 1, 2026

Celine Dion's live album LIVE À PARIS will arrive on vinyl for the first time, marking its 30th anniversary with a new tracklist and a bonus studio recording of "À Paris."

Maxim Chlumecky, Nathan Levy, Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer & Ruthie Ann Miles Will Lead THE FANTASTICKS on Broadway
by Nicole Rosky - Aug 25, 2026

Second Stage Theater just announced complete casting for the upcoming Broadway premiere of THE FANTASTICKS, directed and  choreographed by Christopher Gattelli.  The company of THE FANTASTICKS will feature Maxim Chlumecky (Appropriate, Harry Potter and the Cursed  Child) as The Boy (Matt), Kevin del Aguila (Some Like It Hot, Frozen) as The Man Who Dies (Mortimer), David  Patrick Kelly (Once, The Warriors) as The Old Actor (Henry), Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer (Spamalot, Beetlejuice) as Matt’s Mother (Mildred Hucklebee), Nathan Levy (& Juliet, Aladdin) as The Boy (Lewis), Ruthie Ann Miles (Sweeney Todd, The King and I) as Lewis’ Mother (Bessie Mae Bellomy), Zane Phillips (“The Comeback,” “Mid Century Modern,” Fire Island) as The Narrator (El Gallo), and Ahmad Simmons (Illinoise, Hadestown) as The  Mute. Mr. Phillips will be making his Broadway debut.  

Interview: Dan Fishbach of THE COMPLETE HISTORY OF MUSICAL THEATRE
by Gavin Glynn - Aug 1, 2026

The Complete History of American Musical Theater” series returns to the Odyssey Theatre with an exploration of landmark shows, songs, artists and innovations from The 1950s that helped define the Golden Age of the American musical. Through engaging narration and live performances, the evening celebrates classics including Guys and Dolls, The King and I, My Fair Lady, West Side Story and The Music Man. Featured performers include Eileen Barnett, Camryn Hamm, Scott Harlan, Hayden Kharrazi, Tony nominee Mary Gordon Murray and Tony nominee Rory O’Malley, with narration by Dan Fishbach and Mark D. Kaufmann. One performance only takes place on Saturday, Aug. 8 at 8 p.m. The Odyssey Theatre is located at 2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90025. For more information and Tix Click: go to OdysseyTheatre.com.

Photos: Karen Akers Brings Paris To Birdland
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jul 19, 2026

Karen Akers performed a Paris-themed concert at Birdland, accompanied by pianist Alex Rybeck, in an evening of wit, romance, and music celebrating the City of Light. Check out the photos!

OLD FRIENDS to Return to Sydney Before National Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026

Mark Trevorrow, Rupert Noffs and ARIA Award-winning musical director Bev Kennedy reunite for OLD FRIENDS, with Sydney performances at Ginger's at The Oxford Hotel followed by a national tour across Australia.

Review: JEROME ELLIOTT: BRIDGES I HAVE MANICALLY CROSSED
by June August - Jul 1, 2026

Whatever Jerome Elliott's magic touches--writing, performing, directing, and more--has always brought me to my feet.  This time, it also brought me to tears--of joy and appreciation for all his conributions to the Coachella Valley.  Jerome's solo show, The Bridges I Have Maniacally Crossed, played for one night last April at the Palm Springs Cultural Center.. Those who had the privilege of seeing it rose spomtaneously.  Those who didn't:  Cross your fingers that Jerome will bring it back.

Birdland Reveals July 2026 Performance Lineup Featuring Christian Sands, Stella Cole, Bill Charlap & More
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2026

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full month of nightly performances featuring Christian Sands Quintet, Liz Gillies, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, the Birdland Big Band, and more.

Interview: Director Stafford Arima and A BEAT OF OUR OWN at McCarter Theatre
by Marina Kennedy - Jul 1, 2026

The show is directed by Olivier Award nominee Stafford Arima and features choreography from Rujuta Vaidya, music and lyrics by Sam Willmott, and a book by Rehana Lew Mirza and Mike Lew,

Interview: Matthew Rosenstein on MAKE ME FRENCH at the Beechman
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 24, 2026

After a sold-out performance last year, Matthew Rosenstein brings Make Me French back to the Beechman for Bastille Day, 7/14. The show follows Rosenstein, “a bagel who dreamed of being a croissant,” on his journey to become as French as possible, including moving to Paris, through stories and song! Recently, we had the chance to speak with Rosenstein about bringing the show back to the Laurie Beechman Theatre. We discussed the creative process for a cabaret show like Make Me French, what audiences can expect from the show, and even some of the cultural differences he’s noticed between the French and Americans!

Interview: Meow Meow And Ramin Karimloo on SWEENEY TODD at Birmingham Rep
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 25, 2026

Recently, we had the chance to speak with both Karimloo and Meow Meow about bringing Sweeney Todd to Birmingham Rep. We discussed what made both of them want to be a part of this production, what it takes to balance the humour and darkness of Sondheim and even some historical context from the 18th century!

Interview: Rian Keating Celebrates the Music of Jacques Brel at Don't Tell Mama
by Rebecca Kaplan - May 12, 2026

The June 4th show, AND HAVE WE ALL THE TIME?, centers on the songs of Jacques Brel and reflections on life, love, and the human condition. We spoke with Rian Keating about the show.

Review: DAVID MARINO LIVE AT THE ORINDA at Orinda Theatre
by Steve Murray - May 11, 2026

What did our critic think of DAVID MARINO LIVE AT THE ORINDA at Orinda Theatre?

Aline Mayagoitia, Claudia Bennett and More to Join WICKED National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2026

The National Tour of Wicked will welcome new principal cast members next month, including Aline Mayagoitia as Elphaba, Claudia Bennett as Glinda, Susan Cella as Madame Morrible and more.

Rian Keating Brings AND HAVE WE ALL THE TIME? To Don't Tell Mama
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026

Two-time MAC Award winner Rian Keating returns to Don't Tell Mama with AND HAVE WE ALL THE TIME?, a program of Jacques Brel songs exploring life, love, and the human condition, with musical direction by Darryl Curry.

Natascia Diaz To Star in INTO THE WOODS At Arrow Rock Lyceum
by Marissa Faith Curley - Apr 25, 2026

Broadway and CBS's FBI actress Natascia Diaz will star as the Witch in INTO THE WOODS at Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre this summer, directed by Michael Lluberes, as part of the theater's 65th anniversary season.