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New World Symphony to Host 2026 I DREAM A WORLD FESTIVAL: LIFT EVERY VOICE AND SING
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 12, 2025

New World Symphony’s fifth annual I Dream a World Festival, titled “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” will take place February 18–22, 2026, highlighting the impact of Black artist-activists through music, poetry, and performance.

Next Jazz Legacy Now Accepting Applications For 2026 Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

New Music USA and the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice have opened applications for the 2026 cohort of Next Jazz Legacy. Learn more about the cohort here!

Kennedy Center Fires Head of Jazz Programming
by Joshua Wright - Sep 11, 2025

The Kennedy Center has fired Kevin Struthers, senior director of music programming, ending his 30-year tenure and adding to a series of staff departures under President Donald Trump’s leadership.

Best Cabaret in September 2025: Tony Danza, Andrea McArdle, Dez Duron & More
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 1, 2025

See some of the biggest stars of the stage, screen, jazz, cabaret & Broadway performing at cabaret venues this month at a range of budget points. Tickets to these shows are limited and likely to sell out

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS is Coming to The Hobby Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025

The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts in collaboration with Jazz Houston will present Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis.

Juilliard Unveils 2025-26 Season Featuring Over 700 Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 16, 2025

Juilliard has revealed its 2025-26 season, featuring an array of world premiere commissions and fresh interpretations of iconic works. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Carnegie Hall to Release New Live Album By NYO Jazz This Summer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2025

Carnegie Hall will present the release of NYO Jazz's first live album and second full-length album, Live in Johannesburg. Learn more about the upcoming album here!

New Music USA And Berklee Institute Of Jazz And Gender Justice Reveal 2025 Next Jazz Legacy Cohort
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 25, 2025

Next Jazz Legacy has revealed the eight emerging improvisers in jazz that make up its 2025 cohort. Learn more about the color and about Next Jazz Legacy!

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Comes to Overture
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2025

Experience the world's premier big band, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with  Wynton Marsalis. Learn more about the upcomig performance here and find out how to attend!

9 Cabaret Shows and Concerts to Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jan 14, 2025

Find a unique Valentine's Day present, date idea or something fun to do with a friend! These are some of our favorite cabaret shows and concerts on and around 2/14, from storytelling to concerts and everything in between.

The Dessoff Choirs Presents Annual MESSIAH SING And WELCOME YULE
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024

Join The Dessoff Choirs for their annual MESSIAH SING on December 6 and the festive WELCOME YULE concerts on December 7 and 8, celebrating the holiday season with choral music in New York City.

Mellon Foundation Awards $1.25m To New Music USA's Next Jazz Legacy
by Stephi Wild - Oct 22, 2024

New Music USA and the Berklee Institute of Jazz and Gender Justice have announced the continuation of Next Jazz Legacy, a groundbreaking initiative designed by NEA Jazz Master Terri Lyne Carrington, and New Music USA, to expand opportunities for women and non-binary artists who have been historically underrepresented in jazz.

Feature: BroadwayWorld Cabaret Upcoming Show Roundup �" Sept. 2 to Sept. 8. 2024
by Rebecca Kaplan - Sep 2, 2024

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 a few top picks for jazz, cabaret, comedy, and more! NYC has so many incredible events, but here are a few top picks to consider this week including the music of James Bond, MGM classics, and a high-camp noir parody.

Review: BBC PROMS: PROM 35: ELLINGTON, BRAXTON AND MARY LOU WILLIAMS
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Aug 16, 2024

Two giants of the jazz world and one composer who has had vast influence on modern music made up a mixed, but interesting, evening at the BBC Prom 35 in the ever-majestic Royal Albert Hall.

Summer 2024 Concerts by Carnegie Hall's National Youth Ensembles Will Stream For Free
by Stephi Wild - Aug 15, 2024

Summer 2024 performances by Carnegie Hall’s three acclaimed national youth ensembles—the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA), NYO2, and NYO Jazz—will soon stream for free to audiences around the globe.

No Trick Pony to Perform at The Kennedy Center in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024

The Kennedy Center has added new Jazz programming to take place in the River Pavilion next month. Learn how to purchase tickets.

The Knights Unveil 2024/2025 Highlights Featuring Carnegie Hall Concerts & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 13, 2024

The Knights have revealed their 2024/2025 season, featuring three concerts at Carnegie Hall and more. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets.

Braxton Cook to Release 'My Everything' EP; Shares New Single 'Zodiac' 　​  ​ 
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 9, 2024

Braxton Cook is set to release a new project titled My Everything on November 1st. Now, he has shared “Zodiac,” a stunning progressive jazz instrumental that takes inspiration from the prolific pianist Mary Lou Williams’ ‘Zodiac Suite.’ Listen to it now!

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Unveils 2024�"2025 Jazz Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2024

The Kennedy Center’s 2024–2025 Jazz season—the 14th presented under Artistic Director for Jazz Jason Moran—will explore the uncharted, unplanned, and thrilling expression of “open play.” Learn more and see how to purchase tickets!

Caramoor's Summer Season Kicks Off With Gala Featuring Wynton Marsalis and Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
by Stephi Wild - Jun 20, 2024

Caramoor will kick off its 2024 summer season with a gala and performance by virtuoso jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader Wynton Marsalis, who performs with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) in celebration of the 10-year collaboration between Caramoor and Jazz at Lincoln Center (June 22).