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Michael Hersch's New Opera AND WE, EACH To Have World Premiere In Baltimore And D.C.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 1, 2024

Michael Hersch's new opera 'and we, each' explores the complexities of relationships and societal collapse, premiering in Baltimore on September 28 and 29, and in DC on October 13.

Waterville Opera House To Produce World Premiere For NewPlayFest 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2024

The Waterville Opera House has announced its selection as a Producing Theatre for the American Association of Community Theatre's (AACT) NewPlayFest 2026.

VIDEO: Nicky Egan Drops Her New Music Video 'This Life'
by Michael Major - Jun 7, 2022

Nicky Egan continues to make a steady mark in the music scene, carving out a unique journey and solidifying herself as a multi-talented creative and multi-instrumentalist. She’s performed all over the country fronting her own musical projects along with as a hired-gun for Chicano Batman, Tune-Yards, Carla Morrison, and Turkuaz to name a few.

Nicky Egan Shares New Title Track From Her Forthcoming LP 'This Life'
by Michael Major - Apr 22, 2022

Nicky Egan continues to make a steady mark in the music scene, carving out a unique journey and solidifying herself as a multi-talented creative and multi-instrumentalist. She’s performed all over the country fronting her own musical projects along with as a hired-gun for Chicano Batman, Tune-Yards, Carla Morrison, and Turkuaz to name a few.

BWW Previews: HART ISLAND SUITE BY ANITA BROWN at Lyndhurst Mansion, Tarrytown
by Peter Danish - Aug 18, 2021

The Hart Island Suite honors a family member and all one million souls who rest on Hart Island, NYC's public cemetery, Bronx, NY, and now includes victims of COVID-19, embracing their loved ones. Hart Island sits in the Long Island Sound, east of City Island.

Kennesaw State University's School of Music Will Host Anat Cohen Tentet With Musical Director Oded Lev-Ari
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 5, 2019

Kennesaw State University's School of Music will host Anat Cohen Tentet with musical director Oded Lev-Ari on November 9 at 8 p.m. A featured artist in ArtsKSU Presents professional series, Grammy-nominated clarinetist-saxophonist Anat Cohen and the Tentet (rhythm section, horns, vibraphone, cello, and accordion) will perform selections from their albums Happy Song and Triple Helix.

Official Umphrey's McGee After Party to Feature Wyllys + Members Of TAB, Dopapod, and More!
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2017

To honor their 20th anniversary, Umphrey's McGee will hit New York City for a three-night run at the Beacon Theatre from January 19th through 21st, 2018. For the second night of the run, on January 20th, vinyl impresario and longtime friend of the band, Wyllys, will play an official Umphrey's McGee after-party at The Cutting Room.

Photo Flash: John McEnroe, Chris Evert, Jane Krakowski and More Attend Third Annual JMTP Pro Am
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2017

Tennis legends John McEnroe, Patrick McEnroe, Chris Evert, Mats Wilander, Pat Cash, stage, screen and television actress Jane Krakowski, and nearly 200 other tennis pros, amateurs, enthusiasts and spectators attended the Johnny Mac Tennis Project's (JMTP) Third Annual JMTP Pro Am-one of largest Pro Ams in the world-in the Hamptons on Saturday, August 26. Scroll down for photos!

Sutton Foster, Rory O'Malley, Bernadette Peters and More Join York Theatre Company's 2016 Gala Honoring Joel Grey
by BWW News Desk - Nov 30, 2016

The York Theatre Company, dedicated to the development of new musicals and preserving musical gems from the past, has announced that several of Broadway's best - Carolee Carmello (Finding Neverland), Sutton Foster (Anything Goes), Bebe Neuwirth (Chicago), Rory O'Malley (The Book of Mormon), and Bernadette Peters (George M) (all subject to change) - are scheduled to appear as guest performers to honor legendary Oscar- and Tony Award-winner Joel Grey with the 25th Oscar Hammerstein Award for Lifetime Achievement in Musical Theatre at the 2016 Oscar Hammerstein Award Gala on Monday, December 5, 2016 at The Asia Society (725 Park Avenue).

New Bob Mintzer Big Band CD 'Get Up!' Out Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 23, 2015

Since 1983, tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger Bob Mintzer has been delving into the big band format and its myriad stylistic possibilities, collecting five Grammy nominations and one Grammy win in the process. His newest recording, 'Get Up!,' which is his 20th big band album to date, will be released by MCG Jazz today, June 23.

New Bob Mintzer Big Band CD 'Get Up!' Out 6/23
by Caryn Robbins - May 20, 2015

His newest recording, 'Get Up!,' which is his 20th big band album to date, will be released by MCG Jazz on June 23.

Elvira Kurt, Men in Blazers & More Set for Joe's Pub this Week
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 16, 2013

This week at Joe's Pub at The Public, September 16-22, features performances by ELVIRA KURT IN WORD*ROCK*&SWORD WOMEN OF COMEDY, MEN IN BLAZERS, JANN KLOSE / BARNABY BRIGHT, JOEY ARIAS, JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND, and STARSKY + COX.

Hollywood Casting Director Wendy Kurtzman to Make Singing Debut 4/25
by BWW News Desk - Apr 25, 2012

Long time Hollywood Casting Director, Wendy Kurtzman, is stepping out from behind the camera to pursue what she loves most: singing. This spring, Kurtzman will release a debut CD, "Just for a Thrill". Ms. Kurtzman will celebrate with a pre-release performance at The Metropolitan Room on April 25th at 9:30pm.

Hollywood Casting Director Wendy Kurtzman to Make Singing Debut 4/25
by Sally Henry Fuller - Apr 3, 2012

Long time Hollywood Casting Director, Wendy Kurtzman, is stepping out from behind the camera to pursue what she loves most: singing. This spring, Kurtzman will release a debut CD, "Just for a Thrill". Ms. Kurtzman will celebrate with a pre-release performance at The Metropolitan Room on April 25th at 9:30pm.