Nova Payton
Latest News on Nova Payton:
Review: The New York Pops Time Travels Through American Music at Carnegie Hall (Mar 16, 2026)
Photos: The New York Pops' THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW Concert (Mar 14, 2026)
Elizabeth Marks Joins The New York Pops Board of Directors (Jan 14, 2026)
Review: The New York Pops Time Travels Through American Music at Carnegie Hall (Mar 16, 2026)
Photos: The New York Pops' THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW Concert (Mar 14, 2026)
Elizabeth Marks Joins The New York Pops Board of Directors (Jan 14, 2026)
BIO
Chances are that you’ve heard the amazing soprano voice of Nova Y. Payton on with the internationally staged musical, 3 Mo’ Divas, on television, or in countless regional theatre productions across the country. Boasting a prolific catalog of artist collaborations, the former American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA) student has shared the stage with Stevie Wonder, Roberta Flack, Levi Kreis, Bobby McFerrin, John Michael Higgins, Yolanda Adams, Betsy Wolfe, Michael Uris, Anthony Hamilton and Michelle Williams. She has also opened for heavyweights like Ashford and Simpson, Will Downing, Stephanie Mills, Melba Moore, The Chi-Lites and the Dramatics. Nova has performed in over 150 major cities in the US, as well as Canada, Japan, Singapore, Saudi Arabia and Europe.
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John Schwab, Eric Chiles, Noa Wind, Hilary Hawke, Tchin, Bailey Claffey, Steven Reineke, Judith Clurman, Nova Payton, Ephraim Syles, Max Clayton, Michael Douris, Maria Schwab, John Vetere
Front Row
Suzanne Julig, Mika Marriott, Jackie Berliant, BethAnn Cohen, Lylla Carter, Fay Parris. Harry Carter, John Bowles
Date:
03/14/2026
From: Photos: The New York Pops' THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW Concert
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TV: Go Inside Rehearsals for Kennedy Center's HOW TO SUCCEED... with Skylar Astin, Betsy Wolfe & More!
by Nicole Rosky - 2018-05-30 16:54:27
TV: Skylar Astin, Betsy Wolfe, and Cast Are Learning HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING!
by Julie Musbach - 2018-05-24 17:05:05
News
Review: The New York Pops Time Travels Through American Music at Carnegie Hall
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 16, 2026
THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW on 3/13 celebrated America's 250 years in music. The trio of phenomenal guest singers - Max Clayton, Nova Payton and Ephraim Sykes brought down the house at the famed venue. Bravo!
by Sharon Ellman - Mar 16, 2026
THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW on 3/13 celebrated America's 250 years in music. The trio of phenomenal guest singers - Max Clayton, Nova Payton and Ephraim Sykes brought down the house at the famed venue. Bravo!
Photos: The New York Pops' THE MUSIC OF US: FROM THEN TO NOW Concert
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 14, 2026
Check out photos from The New York Pops' concert, The Music of US: From Then To Now on Friday, March 13 at 8 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Mar 14, 2026
Check out photos from The New York Pops' concert, The Music of US: From Then To Now on Friday, March 13 at 8 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.
Elizabeth Marks Joins The New York Pops Board of Directors
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Elizabeth Marks has been appointed to the Board of Directors for The New York Pops, effective January 13, 2026. This strategic addition aims to enhance the organization's leadership as it continues to present exceptional musical performances.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2026
Elizabeth Marks has been appointed to the Board of Directors for The New York Pops, effective January 13, 2026. This strategic addition aims to enhance the organization's leadership as it continues to present exceptional musical performances.
Carnegie Hall Will Present UNITED IN SOUND: AMERICA AT 250 Festival In 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025
Carnegie Hall will launch United in Sound: America at 250 in January 2026, a six-month festival celebrating the evolution of American music across genres and generations.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2025
Carnegie Hall will launch United in Sound: America at 250 in January 2026, a six-month festival celebrating the evolution of American music across genres and generations.
The New York Pops Reveals New Board Of Directors Appointments & Musician Additions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
The New York Pops has appointed Candace Carroll and Nadine Wong to its Board of Directors. Learn more about the changes being made to the organization here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2025
The New York Pops has appointed Candace Carroll and Nadine Wong to its Board of Directors. Learn more about the changes being made to the organization here!
Mandy Gonzalez, Megan Hilty and More to be Featured in The New York Pops 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The New York Pops has revealed its 2025-2026 season of performances in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, featuring Mandy Gonzalez, Megan Hilty and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 12, 2025
The New York Pops has revealed its 2025-2026 season of performances in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall, featuring Mandy Gonzalez, Megan Hilty and more. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.
Photos: Norm Lewis Concludes SUMMERTIME (Special Tony Edition) at 54 Below
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 14, 2024
Each night of Norm Lewis's SUMMERTIME show at 54 Below was a different kind of magic and, lucky me, living so nearby, I was able to capture all the award-winning guests and high-profile friends. So, here for Norm Lewis, who brought summer early to all of us at 54 Below, is a scrapbook of his seven nights and special guests, both on stage and off.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 14, 2024
Each night of Norm Lewis's SUMMERTIME show at 54 Below was a different kind of magic and, lucky me, living so nearby, I was able to capture all the award-winning guests and high-profile friends. So, here for Norm Lewis, who brought summer early to all of us at 54 Below, is a scrapbook of his seven nights and special guests, both on stage and off.
Review: Norm Lewis Brings a Touch of Broadway to 54 Below
by Sharon Ellman - Jun 7, 2024
This reviewer left the theater this night with the phenomenal music still humming in my head. The show continues its run on June 7, 8, 10, 11, 12 and 13 at 54 Below with different guests each night, including Marc Shaiman, Alice Ripley, Will Swenson, Seth Rudetsky, Brian Stokes Mitchell and Nova Payton and Kimberly Akimbo’s Olivia Hardy.
by Sharon Ellman - Jun 7, 2024
This reviewer left the theater this night with the phenomenal music still humming in my head. The show continues its run on June 7, 8, 10, 11, 12 and 13 at 54 Below with different guests each night, including Marc Shaiman, Alice Ripley, Will Swenson, Seth Rudetsky, Brian Stokes Mitchell and Nova Payton and Kimberly Akimbo’s Olivia Hardy.
See Norm Lewis Ft. Will Swenson & More Next Week at 54 Below
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Next week 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 7, 2024
Next week 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond. See who is performing and learn how to purchase tickets.
Stephen Schwartz, Brian Stokes Mitchell, And More To Join Norm Lewis' Summer Show
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
Join Norm Lewis for a spectacular summer show featuring special guests Melba Moore, Stephen Schwartz, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and more at 54 Below.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
Join Norm Lewis for a spectacular summer show featuring special guests Melba Moore, Stephen Schwartz, Brian Stokes Mitchell, and more at 54 Below.
Princeton Festival Opens With Superstar Soprano Angel Blue In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2024
The Princeton Festival, running from June 7-22, opens with GRAMMY-winning soprano Angel Blue performing her favorite arias.
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2024
The Princeton Festival, running from June 7-22, opens with GRAMMY-winning soprano Angel Blue performing her favorite arias.
Review: RENT IN CONCERT at The Kennedy Center
by David Friscic - Jul 29, 2023
What did our critic think of RENT IN CONCERT at The Kennedy Center?
by David Friscic - Jul 29, 2023
What did our critic think of RENT IN CONCERT at The Kennedy Center?
The National Museum Of African American History And Culture Celebrated Garth Fagan
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2023
On Monday, February 20th, The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, The Lion King, and Garth Fagan Dance celebrated the show's Tony, Olivier, and Helpmann Award-winning choreographer and founder of Garth Fagan Dance, Garth Fagan, the longest-running Black choreographer in Broadway history.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 23, 2023
On Monday, February 20th, The Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture, The Lion King, and Garth Fagan Dance celebrated the show's Tony, Olivier, and Helpmann Award-winning choreographer and founder of Garth Fagan Dance, Garth Fagan, the longest-running Black choreographer in Broadway history.
Wake Up With BWW 1/18: INTO THE WOODS Tour Casting, Patti LuPone to Tour, and More!
by - Jan 18, 2023
Top stories include additional dates and complete casting for the tour of Into The Woods, a new tour from Patti LuPone, and more! Plus, check out photos and video footage of Jinkx Monsoon taking her first Broadway bows in Chicago!
by - Jan 18, 2023
Top stories include additional dates and complete casting for the tour of Into The Woods, a new tour from Patti LuPone, and more! Plus, check out photos and video footage of Jinkx Monsoon taking her first Broadway bows in Chicago!
Corbin Bleu, Nikki Renée Daniels, Norm Lewis & More Star in BLACK BROADWAY Concert Special on PBS
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023
Performing classics from The Wiz, The Color Purple, Company, Porgy & Bess, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and more, the cast will feature Corbin Bleu, Nikki Renée Daniels, Tiffany Mann, Nova Payton, Stephanie Mills, Norm Lewis, John Manzari, Leah Flynn, Amber Iman, Peppermint, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Ephraim Sykes, E. Clayton Cornelious, and more.
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023
Performing classics from The Wiz, The Color Purple, Company, Porgy & Bess, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and more, the cast will feature Corbin Bleu, Nikki Renée Daniels, Tiffany Mann, Nova Payton, Stephanie Mills, Norm Lewis, John Manzari, Leah Flynn, Amber Iman, Peppermint, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Ephraim Sykes, E. Clayton Cornelious, and more.
Honorees Announced for 2022 Women of Vision Awards: The Future is Feminist
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2022
Today, the Ms. Foundation for Women announced the honorees for the 2022 Women of Vision Awards: The Future is Feminist. The annual gala will take place at Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on May 17, 2022.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 27, 2022
Today, the Ms. Foundation for Women announced the honorees for the 2022 Women of Vision Awards: The Future is Feminist. The annual gala will take place at Ziegfeld Ballroom in New York City on May 17, 2022.
Kravis Center Presents RESPECT: THE MUSIC OF ARETHA FRANKLIN This Month
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2021
Get ready for an evening of Aretha Franklin, who sold 75 million albums over the course of her outstanding career, winning 18 Grammy Awards, rightfully earning her title as “The Queen of Soul.” Curated by Founder and Music Director Luke S. Frazier, The American Pops Orchestra presents RESPECT: THE MUSIC OF ARETHA FRANKLIN.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2021
Get ready for an evening of Aretha Franklin, who sold 75 million albums over the course of her outstanding career, winning 18 Grammy Awards, rightfully earning her title as “The Queen of Soul.” Curated by Founder and Music Director Luke S. Frazier, The American Pops Orchestra presents RESPECT: THE MUSIC OF ARETHA FRANKLIN.
Casting Announced For INTO THE WOODS at ZACH Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2021
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine and Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick, Into the Woods will be brought to life outdoors on The People's Plaza using ZACH's architecture and natural environment in surprising ways as part of the ZACH360 experience.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2021
Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine and Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick, Into the Woods will be brought to life outdoors on The People's Plaza using ZACH's architecture and natural environment in surprising ways as part of the ZACH360 experience.
Olney Theatre Center Offers Free Tickets For First-Time Patrons All Summer
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2021
The offer applies to the four paid, ticketed programs in Olney Outdoors: Sing Praise! - a series of faith-centered concerts featuring gospel, Jewish, and East Asian traditions; The Andrew A. Isen Cabaret Series; Jazz@Olney; and Theatre for Young Audiences. Those programs include more than 44 individual performances through September 3.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 17, 2021
The offer applies to the four paid, ticketed programs in Olney Outdoors: Sing Praise! - a series of faith-centered concerts featuring gospel, Jewish, and East Asian traditions; The Andrew A. Isen Cabaret Series; Jazz@Olney; and Theatre for Young Audiences. Those programs include more than 44 individual performances through September 3.
New Musical GRACE to Hold Industry Presentations in New York City This August
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2021
Producers Dale A. Mott of Edgewood (Broadway’s The Lifespan of a Fact and the upcoming Thoughts of a Colored Man) and NEWorks Productions have announced two industry presentations for GRACE, to be held on August 24, 2021, at Alvin Ailey Studios (405 West 55th Street).
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2021
Producers Dale A. Mott of Edgewood (Broadway’s The Lifespan of a Fact and the upcoming Thoughts of a Colored Man) and NEWorks Productions have announced two industry presentations for GRACE, to be held on August 24, 2021, at Alvin Ailey Studios (405 West 55th Street).
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