John Pizzarelli

Interview: Jane Monheit Celebrates Great American Songbook at Smoke Jazz Club
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 2, 2025

The acclaimed jazz singer will be backed by her outstanding jazz trio – pianist Michael Kanan, bassist Neal Miner, and drummer Rick Mantalbano – at her 7/16 to 7/20 residency. We spoke with Monheit about the upcoming show.

EVITA, RENT, GREASE and More Lead Boston's Hot Summer 2025 Theater Picks
by R. Scott Reedy - Jul 1, 2025

Because of its great cultural and intellectual influence, Boston has been known as the Athens of America for centuries. That sobriquet is as true today as ever thanks to the area’s vibrant theater scene featuring pre-Broadway productions and national tours, Tony Award-winning regional theaters, and a host of other theater companies presenting everything from Shakespeare to classic and contemporary plays, musicals and concerts.

Best Cabaret in July 2025: Laverne Cox, Adam Pascal, Anthony Rapp & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jul 1, 2025

See some of the biggest names performing at cabaret venues this month - at a range of budget points. See stars including the original Mark and Roger from RENT (Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp), Laverne Cox, jazz stars, comedians and more.

Christian Sands Quartet, Birdland Big Band and More Set for Birdland July 2025 Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 28, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this July with a full slate of nightly performances! See the full lineup here and learn how to purchase tickets!

South Jersey Jazz Society Presents JERSEY FRESH Jazz@ThePoint Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2025

South Jersey Jazz Society (SJJS) recently announced that its annual jazz festival, Jazz@ThePoint, will take place from Oct. 16 to 18 in Somers Point. Titled “Jersey Fresh,” the three-day festival will highlight headlining artists that either were born in or currently reside in New Jersey.

Lea Delaria Will Bring OUT RAGE to Café Carlyle
by Emmy Rice - Jun 21, 2025

Trailblazer, truth-teller, and jazz virtuoso Lea DeLaria takes the stage at Café Carlyle with Out Rage, an evening of sublime vocals and fiery commentary on contemporary culture. The show will take place on Frday, June 27 at 8:45pm. 

GOING BACHARACH A New Revue To Hold Private Industry Presentations
by A.A. Cristi - May 3, 2025

Lewin Productions will present private, by-invitation only industry presentations of Going Bacharach: The Songs of an Icon, a new revue created by Will Friedwald, Adrian Galante, Tedd Firth and Jack Lewin, and directed by Bill Castellino.

Judy Whitmore Shares Fourth Studio Album 'Let’s Fall In Love'
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 25, 2025

Acclaimed vocalist and theater producer Judy Whitmore has released her fourth studio album, Let’s Fall In Love. The album features 12 beautiful, new versions of love-themed standards. Listen to it now!

Nicole Henry, Jim Caruso and More to Perform at Birdland in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of nightly performances all April long. See the full lineup, including Nicole Henry and more, and learn how to purchase tickets.

Judy Whitmore Releases Single 'A Time For Love' Ahead of New Studio Album
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 18, 2025

Acclaimed vocalist, licensed jet pilot, best-selling author, psychologist, and theater producer Judy Whitmore has released her new single “A Time For Love.' Listen to it here!

JAZZ AT NAZ Returns to the Soraya in February
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2025

The Soraya’s signature festival, Jazz at Naz, will return or a month of performances from legendary masters to up-and-coming stars and more. Learn more here!

Photos: John Pizzarelli is An Island of Perfection at The Arts Garage
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jan 28, 2025

The Arts Garage had a performer on its stage last night who possesses one of the highest degrees of musical virtuosity and creativity imaginable. Check out photos here!

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota to Present Duo Karolina & Iwo and More in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2025

Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota will present Duo Karolina & Iwo in February, plus more performances! See full February programming and learn how to purchase tickets to upcoming shows.

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.

Monthly Birthday Tribute: Take the Quiz!
by Rob Lester - Jan 1, 2025

Take BWW Cabaret's monthly quiz and see how much you know about music stars born in January. If your New Year's Resolution is to learn more about music, here's a fun way to do that for New Year's.

What's Coming Up At Birdland, December 30th - January 12th
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 28, 2024

Check out what's coming up at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater, December 30th - January 12th.

Bell Theater at Bell Works Reveals 2025 Shows
by Stephi Wild - Dec 20, 2024

Bell Theater, located in the Bell Works complex in Holmdel, NJ, has a slate of concerts and stage productions lined up for the 2025 season. Learn more about the full lineup here!

THE SABBATH GIRL Original Cast Recording is Now Available
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 16, 2024

Center Stage Records has announced the release of The Sabbath Girl: A New Musical (Original Off-Broadway Cast Recording) on all digital platforms, with a CD to be issued in early 2025.

Jane Monheit Releases New Holiday Single 'Silver Bells' via Club44 Records
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 2, 2024

CLUB44 RECORDS has released “Silver Bells” – the new holiday single from celebrated jazz vocal stylist Jane Monheit – on streaming and digital formats. The song, a joyously infectious Latin-inspired take on the seasonal classic, was originally released as a bonus track on last year's vinyl edition of her 2022 album, The Merriest.

Moody Jazz Festival Begins At New Jersey Performing Arts Center In November
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2024

Explore the MOODY JAZZ FESTIVAL at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center from November 7-24, featuring a lineup of renowned jazz artists and performances.