Russ Kassoff
Latest News on Russ Kassoff:
Morris Museum to Host BUCKY PIZZARELLI 100TH CELEBRATION (Jan 3, 2026)
Chris Autore Celebrates 75 Years in Show Business With LOOK AT ME NOW at Don't Tell Mama (Nov 17, 2025)
Jessie Mueller, Lorna Courtney and More Join The Songbook Academy as Guest Mentors (Jul 2, 2025)
Morris Museum to Host BUCKY PIZZARELLI 100TH CELEBRATION (Jan 3, 2026)
Chris Autore Celebrates 75 Years in Show Business With LOOK AT ME NOW at Don't Tell Mama (Nov 17, 2025)
Jessie Mueller, Lorna Courtney and More Join The Songbook Academy as Guest Mentors (Jul 2, 2025)
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Morris Museum to Host BUCKY PIZZARELLI 100TH CELEBRATION
by Gillian Blum - Jan 3, 2026
A swingin’ 100th celebration of the late, great Bucky Pizzarelli (New Jersey’s own guitarist), whose career spanned seven decades as he strummed along with the likes of Benny Goodman and Miles Davis.
by Gillian Blum - Jan 3, 2026
A swingin’ 100th celebration of the late, great Bucky Pizzarelli (New Jersey’s own guitarist), whose career spanned seven decades as he strummed along with the likes of Benny Goodman and Miles Davis.
Chris Autore Celebrates 75 Years in Show Business With LOOK AT ME NOW at Don't Tell Mama
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
Look At Me Now features a vibrant mix of pop and Broadway hits, backed by a three piece band led by Ike Reeves on piano, with Sean Conly on bass and Ray Marchica on drums. Directed by Geoff Stoner.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
Look At Me Now features a vibrant mix of pop and Broadway hits, backed by a three piece band led by Ike Reeves on piano, with Sean Conly on bass and Ray Marchica on drums. Directed by Geoff Stoner.
Jessie Mueller, Lorna Courtney and More Join The Songbook Academy as Guest Mentors
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025
A celebrated group of award-winning stars from stage and screen will join The Songbook Academy 2025 as guest mentors during the Great American Songbook Foundation’s annual summer music intensive. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2025
A celebrated group of award-winning stars from stage and screen will join The Songbook Academy 2025 as guest mentors during the Great American Songbook Foundation’s annual summer music intensive. Learn more!
Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr. Celebrated By Sinatra Scholars and Special Guests
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
A swingin’ New Jersey event, Celebrate Sammy & Frank, was presented by independent producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and The Rack Pack Music Alliance, to honor legendary musical icons, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2025
A swingin’ New Jersey event, Celebrate Sammy & Frank, was presented by independent producer Karen Morris of Sand Castle Communications and The Rack Pack Music Alliance, to honor legendary musical icons, Frank Sinatra and Sammy Davis, Jr.
Photos: First Look At The Off Broadway Premiere of THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL At Theater Row
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL is making its Off-Broadway Premiere for a limited engagement at Theater Row, now through January 27, 2024. See photos from the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL is making its Off-Broadway Premiere for a limited engagement at Theater Row, now through January 27, 2024. See photos from the production.
Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL At Theatre Row
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2024
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL is making its Off-Broadway Premiere this January for a limited engagement through January 27, 2024. See photos of the production.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 25, 2024
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL is making its Off-Broadway Premiere this January for a limited engagement through January 27, 2024. See photos of the production.
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL to Open Off-Broadway at Theatre Row
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL will make its Off-Broadway Premiere this January for a limited engagement this month.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024
THE PERFECT GAME: A SLAM DUNK NEW MUSICAL will make its Off-Broadway Premiere this January for a limited engagement this month.
Ali Stroker, Andréa Burns, Nasia Thomas & Liz Callaway Join Mentor Team for Songbook Academy 2023
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2023
With only a month until Songbook Academy 2023, the Great American Songbook Foundation has revealed a national sponsorship and a cast of Broadway stars and other entertainment professionals to serve as guest mentors at its 14th annual music intensive for the nation’s top high school singers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2023
With only a month until Songbook Academy 2023, the Great American Songbook Foundation has revealed a national sponsorship and a cast of Broadway stars and other entertainment professionals to serve as guest mentors at its 14th annual music intensive for the nation’s top high school singers.
Nicolas King to Perform at Birdland Theater in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2023
BIRDLAND THEATER will present Nicolas King – the celebrated pop and jazz vocalist on Thursday, February 9 at 8:30 PM.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2023
BIRDLAND THEATER will present Nicolas King – the celebrated pop and jazz vocalist on Thursday, February 9 at 8:30 PM.
Songbook Academy Announces Finalists; Performance and Livestream Tickets Available Friday
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2022
From hundreds of applications nationwide, 40 finalists from 19 states have been selected to participate in this year's Songbook Academy summer intensive, the leading youth music program focused on the timeless standards of jazz, pop, Broadway and Hollywood.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 1, 2022
From hundreds of applications nationwide, 40 finalists from 19 states have been selected to participate in this year's Songbook Academy summer intensive, the leading youth music program focused on the timeless standards of jazz, pop, Broadway and Hollywood.
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center Presents A Toast to Steve & Eydie
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2022
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents A Toast to Steve & Eydie, featuring one of Broadway’s favorite leading ladies, Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte alongside David Lawrence, the son of Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé, two of the music industry’s most celebrated recording artists and performers.
by Stephi Wild - May 3, 2022
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center presents A Toast to Steve & Eydie, featuring one of Broadway’s favorite leading ladies, Tony Award winner Debbie Gravitte alongside David Lawrence, the son of Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé, two of the music industry’s most celebrated recording artists and performers.
Photos: Marilyn Maye: 94, Of Course There's More! at Feinstein's/54 Below
by Kevin Alvey - Apr 21, 2022
'Marilyn Maye: 94, Of Course There's More!' at Feinstein's/54 Below in NYC. Marilyn Maye celebrated her 94th birthday with a run of 10 shows in the NYC Nightclub. Featuring songs from the Great American Songbook and from the Broadway stage, Marilyn brought her special brand of energetic positivity to the Manhattan crowd and shows no signs of slowing down!
by Kevin Alvey - Apr 21, 2022
'Marilyn Maye: 94, Of Course There's More!' at Feinstein's/54 Below in NYC. Marilyn Maye celebrated her 94th birthday with a run of 10 shows in the NYC Nightclub. Featuring songs from the Great American Songbook and from the Broadway stage, Marilyn brought her special brand of energetic positivity to the Manhattan crowd and shows no signs of slowing down!
Swingin' Sunday Celebration Honored Frank Sinatra at The Columns
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2021
Frank Sinatra, legendary singer, actor and music icon, was honored at a special luncheon on Sunday, May 16th, in Avon-By-The-Sea, New Jersey.
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2021
Frank Sinatra, legendary singer, actor and music icon, was honored at a special luncheon on Sunday, May 16th, in Avon-By-The-Sea, New Jersey.
Marieann Meringolo To Make West Coast And Boston Debuts On 2020 Spring Tour
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2020
Award winning Songstress, Marieann Meringolo, will make her West Coast and Boston Debuts at the popular nightclubs, 'Feinstein's at Vitello's' in Studio City, CA on March 30th and 'Martinis Above Fourth' in San Diego, CA on April 1st and at 'Club Cafe'' in Boston MA, on March 21st. The tour also includes a return appearance to the popular New York nightclub, 'The Beach Cafe,' on March 27th.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2020
Award winning Songstress, Marieann Meringolo, will make her West Coast and Boston Debuts at the popular nightclubs, 'Feinstein's at Vitello's' in Studio City, CA on March 30th and 'Martinis Above Fourth' in San Diego, CA on April 1st and at 'Club Cafe'' in Boston MA, on March 21st. The tour also includes a return appearance to the popular New York nightclub, 'The Beach Cafe,' on March 27th.
The Avenel Performing Arts Center to Present BIG BAND BROADWAY Starring Debbie Gravitte
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2020
Tony Award Winner Debbie Gravitte and the Russ Kassoff Little Big Band bring BIG BAND BROADWAY to the Avenel Performing Arts Center Wednesday, January 22 thru Sunday, January 26, 2020 for six performances.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 3, 2020
Tony Award Winner Debbie Gravitte and the Russ Kassoff Little Big Band bring BIG BAND BROADWAY to the Avenel Performing Arts Center Wednesday, January 22 thru Sunday, January 26, 2020 for six performances.
Martha Lorin Returns To Don't Tell Mama With IT FEELS LIKE AUTUMN
by Julie Musbach - Sep 3, 2019
Jazz vocalist Martha Lorin returns to Don't Tell Mama on Sunday, September 8 at 7 PM with It Feels Like Autumn, an all-new show of standards and original songs, with Dave DeMotta on piano and Bill Moring on bass.
by Julie Musbach - Sep 3, 2019
Jazz vocalist Martha Lorin returns to Don't Tell Mama on Sunday, September 8 at 7 PM with It Feels Like Autumn, an all-new show of standards and original songs, with Dave DeMotta on piano and Bill Moring on bass.
Marieann Meringolo, Announces Solo Debut At The Provincetown CabaretFest
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2019
Multi Award winning vocalist, Marieann Meringolo, explores the 60's in her Solo Debut Concert at the annual Provinetown CabaretFEST this coming June 1st, with 'Marieann Meringolo Explores The 60's From Warwick to Mathis to Legrand & more!''
by A.A. Cristi - May 8, 2019
Multi Award winning vocalist, Marieann Meringolo, explores the 60's in her Solo Debut Concert at the annual Provinetown CabaretFEST this coming June 1st, with 'Marieann Meringolo Explores The 60's From Warwick to Mathis to Legrand & more!''
Marieann Meringolo, Announces Solo Debut At The Provincetown CabaretFest This June
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2019
Multi Award winning vocalist, Marieann Meringolo, explores the 60's in her Solo Debut Concert at the annual Provincetown CabaretFEST this coming June 1st, with 'Marieann Meringolo Explores The 60's From Warwick to Mathis to Legrand & more!''
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2019
Multi Award winning vocalist, Marieann Meringolo, explores the 60's in her Solo Debut Concert at the annual Provincetown CabaretFEST this coming June 1st, with 'Marieann Meringolo Explores The 60's From Warwick to Mathis to Legrand & more!''
The MAC's Spot Night Series Welcomes Tony Winner Debbie Gravitte
by Julie Musbach - Feb 6, 2019
Tony Award Winner (JEROME ROBBINS' BROADWAY), Debbie Gravitte is one of Broadway's biggest personalities and she is coming to downtown Milford, CT on Saturday, March 2nd at 8pm for the MAC's Nite Spot Night series in Debbie Gravitte: Live and In Person. This series is produced in partnership with Pantochino Productions, and all performances are presented at The MAC, located at 40 Railroad Avenue South, Milford, CT. Debbie Gravitte: Live and In Person features Russ Kassoff, jazz pianist, composer, arranger, conductor and more. The duo will perform a collection of songs from Broadway to Big Band.
by Julie Musbach - Feb 6, 2019
Tony Award Winner (JEROME ROBBINS' BROADWAY), Debbie Gravitte is one of Broadway's biggest personalities and she is coming to downtown Milford, CT on Saturday, March 2nd at 8pm for the MAC's Nite Spot Night series in Debbie Gravitte: Live and In Person. This series is produced in partnership with Pantochino Productions, and all performances are presented at The MAC, located at 40 Railroad Avenue South, Milford, CT. Debbie Gravitte: Live and In Person features Russ Kassoff, jazz pianist, composer, arranger, conductor and more. The duo will perform a collection of songs from Broadway to Big Band.
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