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Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe to Present HOW I GOT OVER: A GOSPEL REVUE as Part of 2025�"2026 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe will present an updated version of the gospel musical HOW I GOT OVER: A GOSPEL REVUE, featuring a mix of traditional and popular gospel songs, from February 18 to March 29.

Laufey, Lady Gaga, & More Win 2026 GRAMMY Awards - Full List of Winners
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 1, 2026

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs. Check out the full list of GRAMMY winners here.

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Will Return in April
by Stephi Wild - Jan 5, 2026

New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell announced the music lineup for the 2025 event, scheduled for April 24 – May 4. Learn more here!

Cynthia Erivo, Barbra Streisand, & More Nominated For 2026 GRAMMYS - Full List of Nominations
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 7, 2025

Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and more have been nominated for 2026 GRAMMYS. See the full list of nominations here!

A NIGHT OF INSPIRATION Returns To Carnegie Hall In December
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 31, 2024

On Saturday, December 14 at 8:00 p.m., Carnegie Hall will present A Night of Inspiration, a celebratory evening of music and dance from diverse traditions in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage.

Tonya Baker to Headline Lincoln Theatre's Annual North Star Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 18, 2024

The Lincoln Theatre Association will welcome dynamic gospel singer Tonya Baker to its main stage for its annual North Star Concert. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Erika Henningsen, Jason Gotay, and More Set For EVER AFTER in Concert at the Ordway
by Stephi Wild - Sep 29, 2023

This special event will kick off the Ordway's 2023-2024 season and give audiences an exclusive look at the latest songs from a musical in development, Ever After, based on the 1998 film starring Drew Barrymore.

U.S. National Music Council To Honor Ray And Vivian Chew At 39th Annual American Eagle Awards In Las Vegas
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 4, 2023

The National Music Council of the United States will honor music visionaries Ray Chew and Vivian Scott Chew at the organization's 39th annual American Eagle Awards on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at the American Federation of Musicians Convention in Las Vegas.

BergenPAC Students Dance At Carnegie Hall In A NIGHT OF INSPIRATION
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 7, 2022

The event features a mix of music, dance, and spoken word performances from diverse traditions. The production will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 at 8 p.m. in Carnegie Hall's Stern Auditorium and is led by acclaimed producer, composer, and music director Ray Chew, and co-produced with his wife and business partner Vivian Scott Chew, a global music marketing executive.

Complexions Contemporary Dance Opens 28th Season at the Joyce Theater
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2022

Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Complexions) returns to The Joyce Theater from November 22–December 4, 2022. Now in its 28th season, the company takes the stage with two no-holds-barred programs danced by a treasure trove roster of performers.

Carnegie Hall Presents A Night Of Inspiration With Ray And Vivian Chew, December 10
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 27, 2022

On Saturday, December 10 at 8:00 p.m. Carnegie Hall presents the highly anticipated return of A Night of Inspiration, an uplifting evening of music, dance, and spoken word from diverse traditions in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage.

Singer-Songwriter Joan Belgrave's 'Oooo Boy' EP Features Range Of Romantic Moods And Timeless Grooves
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2022

Dynamic singer and songwriter Joan Belgrave latest EP release, 'Oooo Boy,' gives expression to three distinct declarations of love.

Lena Byrd Miles Preps Debut Album 'Brand New' Release
by Michael Major - Oct 11, 2022

Ahead of the release of her album, Lena Byrd Miles has already shared three singles, all of which have been well received at Gospel stations and have garnered over 400,000 collective streams on Spotify alone. The campaign towards the release of 'BRAND NEW' began with the first teaser single, “This Is The Day” in 2019.

bergenPAC Adds Four New Members To Board Of Trustees
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 17, 2022

Bergen Performing Arts Center has announced the addition of four new members to its Board of Trustees. Ray Chew, Vivian Scott Chew, Steven Goldstein, and Valerie Vainieri Huttle joined the board of bergenPAC at a critical time as the storied theater's $15 million Invest in the Arts Capital Campaign funds a comprehensive restoration and renovation of the historic venue.

Presenting the West Coast Premiere of Roy Harris Bicentennial Symphony At The Walt Disney Concert Hall
by Grace Cutler - Jul 16, 2022

The MusicUNTOLD Orchestra and Los Angeles Master Chorale present the West Coast premiere of American composer Roy Harris’ Bicentennial Symphony.

Chicago Philharmonic Presents ARETHA RISING In Honor Of The Queen Of Soul And Other Motown Greats
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 13, 2022

The Chicago Philharmonic Society presents the finale of its 32nd season, Aretha Rising, on May 29, 2022, Memorial Day Weekend at Harris Theater for Music and Dance (205 E Randolph, Chicago).

Complexions Contemporary Ballet Presents Ballet Tribute To David Bowie in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2022

Complexions Contemporary Ballet, a “matchless American dance company” (Philadelphia Inquirer), makes its Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts debut with three performance on April 14, 15 and 16, 2022, 7:30 pm, in the Bram Goldsmith Theater.

New Music USA Launches Reel Change: The Fund For Diversity In Film Scoring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2020

New Music USA has announced the launch of Reel Change: The Fund for Diversity in Film Scoring, powered by SESAC and composer Christophe Beck, and administered by New Music USA.

Chris Bender Releases Official Music Video For Top 3 Billboard Gospel Hit “Glad In It”
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2020

The Boston gospel artist has released the official music video for his recent Top 3 Billboard magazine gospel hit. The video was shot around his hometown.

Gospel Artist Chris Bender Releases New Single 'Glad In It'
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 24, 2020

Boston's Chris Bender has released his third single, 'Glad In It.' It is the follow-up to his Top 25 Billboard Gospel hit, 'The Blood Song.'