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Feature: UNLV COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS HALL OF FAME GALA CELEBRATES HONOREES
by Debbie Hall - Apr 16, 2026

The 21st Annual UNLV College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame Gala returns to the Wynn on April 21 with a distinguished class of honorees whose achievements collectively underscore the depth and vitality of Southern Nevada's cultural landscape.

Gavin Creel Documentary Now Streaming in Honor of Late Actor’s Birthday
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2026

In honor of the late Gavin Creel's birthday, the art and mental health series Common Denominator is making its pilot episode available to stream. The 35-minute episode, hosted by Maurice Dubois, features Creel working with Wynwood Artist Peter Tunney.

Review: NO, NO, NANETTE at Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet
by Patrick Honoré - Apr 6, 2026

Les Frivolités Parisiennes revive No, No, Nanette with wit, fizz, and irresistible 1920s sparkle. A joyous, high‑camp romp powered by a superb cast and a deliciously bright orchestra — though one wishes the tap shoes had been given their rightful moment to shine.t Athénée Théâtre Louis-Jouvet?

JAZZ: A MUSIC OF THE SPIRIT, George Gray/Sharif Kales Quintet to Play Brooklyn
by Gillian Blum - Nov 3, 2025

A one-time-only performance of the George Gray/Sharif Kales Quintet called Jazz: A Music of the Spirit is on Sunday, November 9 at 4:40 p.m. at the Soapbox Gallery in Brooklyn.

NO, NO, NANETTE to be Presented at The Wick Theatre This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 18, 2025

The Wick Theatre in Boca Raton will present beloved musical comedy, No, No, Nanette. This sparkling show, set in the Roaring 20s, will transport audiences to a world of flappers, jazz, and madcap antics. Learn more!

Isaac Mizrahi, Sona Jobarteh, And More Come To SFJAZZ In April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2025

SFJAZZ has announced the lineup of upcoming arts for April 2025. Performances will be held at SFJAZZ, either in the Joe Henderson Lab or Miner Auditorium.

Jena Pandya and Ashley Day Will Lead UK Premiere of COME FALL IN LOVE - The DDLJ Musical at Manchester Opera House
by Stephi Wild - Feb 14, 2025

Jena Pandya and Ashley Day will play lovers Simran and Rog (Roger) in Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical, the new musical comedy based on one of the biggest blockbuster films in the history of Indian cinema, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ).

MCC Theater to Dim Lights in Memory of Gavin Creel
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2024

MCC Theater will dim the lights of their theater in memory of Gavin Creel, in tandem with the Broadway theaters. Learn more about the life and legacy of Gavin Creel.

The New School's College of Performing Arts Will Celebrate The Holidays
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2024

The New School's College of Performing Arts – Mannes, Jazz, Drama will celebrate the holidays on Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 7:30pm, with special performances of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn’s The Nutcracker Suite and Oliver Nelson’s arrangement of Sergei Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf.

Lights of All Broadway Theatres to be Dimmed for Gavin Creel, Adrian Bailey & Maggie Smith
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2024

After a public petition and outcry to dim all the lights of Broadway for some recent passings of stage legelends. All Broadway theatres in New York will dim their lights in honor of Adrian Bailey, Gavin Creel, and Maggie Smith.

Video: Watch Gavin Creel's MAMMA MIA! Medley at MCC MISCAST24
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 7, 2024

Take a look back at Gavin Creel, Madeline Benson, and Chris Peters performing a medley from MAMMA MIA! at MCC Theater's MISCAST24.

Broadway Theatre Lights Will Partially Dim in Memory of Gavin Creel
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 4, 2024

To honor the memory of beloved Broadway actor Gavin Creel, Broadway theatres will dim their lights. Learn more about the life and career of Creel.

Tony and Olivier Award Winner Gavin Creel Passes Away at 48
by Nicole Rosky - Sep 30, 2024

BroadwayWorld is very saddened to report the passing of Broadway and West End performer and writer Gavin Creel, who died September 30.

NO, NO, NANETTE to be Presented at South Bay Musical Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 17, 2024

South Bay Musical Theatre will present NO, NO, NANETTE, running from September 28 to October 19, 2024, at the Saratoga Civic Theater. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Megan Hilty, Christine Ebersole & Gavin Creel to be Featured in Broadway In Worcester 2024-2025 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2024

Broadway in Worcester announces its 2024-2025 season featuring Megan Hilty, Christine Ebersole, and Gavin Creel. Single tickets and subscriptions are now available. Learn how to purchase!

Stage Right's Season Closes With JERSEY BOYS, Starring Broadway's Russell Fischer
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 16, 2024

Stage Right's Theatre Company concludes its 2023-2024 season with the multi-Tony Award-winning musical JERSEY BOYS, featuring Russell Fischer.

The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Will Host 'The All Seeing Eye: Blue Note Records Through the Lens of Francis Wolff'
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024

The Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame will explore the founding of America’s most influential Jazz label with “The All Seeing Eye: Blue Note Records Through the Lens of Francis Wolff.”

Christian McBride Brings Quintet to the AWAACC in April
by Stephi Wild - Feb 15, 2024

Christian McBride brings his quintet to The AWAACC on April 9th at 7:00 pm. Don't miss this incredible jazz performance!

SMOKE Jazz Club Unveils December Schedule Including Coltrane Festival And New Year's Eve Celebrations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 3, 2023

World-Renowned Smoke Jazz Club ends the year with the 11th Annual Coltrane Festival 'Countdown 2024', New Year's Eve Celebration with Carla Cook, and more.

Hays Street Hart Releases 'Bridges'
by Michael Major - Oct 31, 2023

Hays Street Hart's new album 'Bridges' is now available via Smoke Sessions Records. Featuring Kevin Hays, Ben Street, and Billy Hart. Hays Street Hart, the trio of pianist Kevin Hays, bassist Ben Street, and legendary drummer Billy Hart, recorded their acclaimed 2021 debut, All Things Are, under less than optimal conditions.