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Photos: Rory Kinnear, Natalia Osipova and More in THE STANDARD OF LIVING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 25, 2026

You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere of The Standard of Living, a new play written by three-time Olivier Award winner James Graham, and directed by four-time Tony Award and three-time Olivier-award winner Nicholas Hytner.

Photos: Rory Kinnear and More in Rehearsal For THE STANDARD OF LIVING at Theatre Royal Haymarket
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026

All new rehearsal photos have been released for the world premiere of The Standard of Living, a new play written by three-time Olivier Award winner James Graham. Check out the photos here!

JAZZ IN THE VALLEY to Bring Lisa Fischer, Javon Jackson to Waryas Park
by Rachel Stone - Aug 14, 2026

Jazz in the Valley will return to Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie with performances by Lisa Fischer, Javon Jackson, Sharp Radway and other musicians, festival organizers announced.

Jazz In The Valley to Return to Waryas Park in Poughkeepsie
by Rachel Stone - Aug 10, 2026

The outdoor jazz festival will present performances by Lisa Fischer, Sharp Radway, Chief Baba Neil Clarke, Alex Blake, Zaccai Curtis, Javon Jackson, and Luques Curtis in Poughkeepsie, New York.

JAZZ IN THE VALLEY to Return to Poughkeepsie with Tribute to Randy Weston
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026

The 26th annual festival at Poughkeepsie's Waryas Park will feature Lisa Fischer, Camille Thurman, Zaccai and Luques Curtis, and a centennial tribute to jazz master Randy Weston.

SFJAZZ Reveals April 2026 Programming - KEB' MO', August Lee Stevens and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2026

Spring is in full swing at SFJAZZ this April, with a vibrant lineup of concerts spanning jazz, blues, soul, and beyond, including Keb' Mo', August Lee Stevens, and more.

JAZZ: A MUSIC OF THE SPIRIT, George Gray/Sharif Kales Quintet to Play Brooklyn
by Gillian Blum - Nov 3, 2025

A one-time-only performance of the George Gray/Sharif Kales Quintet called Jazz: A Music of the Spirit is on Sunday, November 9 at 4:40 p.m. at the Soapbox Gallery in Brooklyn.

Exclusive: Scott Hoying Talks GRAMMY Nomination, Working with Husband Mark, & Broadway Goals
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 29, 2025

BroadwayWorld sat down with Penatonix's Scott Hoying to discuss his recent GRAMMY nomination, working with his husband and collaborator Mark, and his Broadway hopes and dreams.

Juliet Ivy Premieres Holiday Single 'snow globe on an alien’s desk'
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 4, 2024

Breakout NYC born-and-bred singer-songwriter Juliet Ivy has premiered a new original holiday single, “snow globe on an alien’s desk.' Listen to it now!

Kazunori Kumagai World Premiere Debuts At Gibney Center in May
by Stephi Wild - Apr 12, 2023

Gibney, the New York City based dance and social justice organization, presents the World Premiere of Kazunori Kumagai's Tap Into the Light May 11 – 13 at Gibney: Agnes Varis Performing Arts Center. In Tap into the Light, the Bessie Award-winner combines his signature powerful, athletic technique and joyous energy with music and poetry.

SOCCER MOMMY Shares NPR Tiny Desk & Announces Tour Dates
by Michael Major - Jan 18, 2023

With hers being the first Tiny Desk concert to be cancelled due to the impending pandemic, Soccer Mommy was asked to record the first-ever Tiny Desk (At Home) concert, with just her iPhone and an acoustic guitar. Now, almost 3 years later, Soccer Mommy makes her proper, in-studio Tiny Desk debut. 

Sheila Jordan, Gene Bertoncini, Russell Malone, Jay Leonhart Celebrate 50 Years Of Highlights In Jazz At BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center
by Stephi Wild - Jan 12, 2023

Highlights in Jazz returns to BMCC Tribeca Performing Arts Center for a festive 50th anniversary concert on Feb. 23, 2023. Jack Kleinsinger, the founder and producer of the highly regarded landmark jazz series, has put together an exciting, generation-crossing all-star concert lineup to mark the occasion. 

BWW Interview: Tehillah Alphonso on her Grammy Nomination, working with Olivia Rodrigo, and more!
by Alyson Eng - Apr 13, 2022

This month, the incredibly talented Tehillah Alphonso earned her first Grammy nomination in the category, “Best Arrangement, Instruments, and Vocals” for her arrangement of the song, “A Change is Gonna Come” by Sam Cooke.

Made in NY Jazz Releases Upcoming Schedule
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 30, 2019

Made in NY Jazz, dedicated to bringing the best jazz musicians in the world to Brooklyn, has presented their January calendar.

Charly Bliss Releases New EP SUPERMOON
by Kaitlin Milligan - Oct 30, 2019

Today, New York City's Charly Bliss have announced and released their new EP, Supermoon. The EP is a collection of songs written during the sessions for their 2019 critically acclaimed sophomore LP, Young Enough. Matt Wilkinson debuted the title-track this morning on Beats1 and Rolling Stone premiered the rest of the EP and profiled the band, calling it 'an epilogue of sorts to Young Enough.'

Hot House Magazine & Jazzmobile Present The 6th New York City Readers Jazz Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2019

Hot House Magazine, in partnership with Jazzmobile is excited to announce the 6th New York City Readers Jazz Awards on Sunday, November 24th at New York City's famed Birdland Jazz Club, located at 315 West 44th Street.

A Bounty of Free Concerts Offered for DC Jazz Festival's 15th Anniversary Celebration
by Tori Hartshorn - May 21, 2019

DC Jazz Festival (DCJF), with the only city-wide jazz festival in the mid-Atlantic region, today announced a veritable cornucopia of free concerts including an incredible international roster of jazz artists from five continents, slated to perform at indoor and outdoor venues across DC at the DC JazzFest presented by Events DC (DC JazzFest). The free programming offers a wonderful complement to the scintillating lineup of ticketed signature events, enhancing the overall festival experience.

Highlights In Jazz Presents 'A Salute to Randy Brecker'
by Kaitlin Milligan - Apr 1, 2019

The annual Highlights In Jazz series, a fan fave for almost a half century, can be counted on to deliver concerts that surprise and delight savvy jazz fans. The third event of the 2019 lineup showcases one of the series' most beloved traditions: paying homage to a living jazz great. The Highlights In Jazz presentation Salute to Randy Brecker celebrates the music and contributions of this beloved trumpeter and contemporary jazz icon. “Let's honor them while they can smell the roses,” declares producer Jack Kleinsinger.

Jack Kleinsinger's Highlights In Jazz 46th Anniversary Gala 2/28, BMCC TRIBECA Performing Arts Center
by Tori Hartshorn - Feb 21, 2019

Each year, savvy jazz fans look forward to the annual Highlights In Jazz series. For almost a half century, the Jack Kleinsinger-produced events have brought together a multitude of beloved jazz musicians spanning an eclectic mix of generations and styles. The 2019 season is no exception, with four stellar concerts featuring some of the brightest luminaries in jazz today.

Highlights In Jazz Announces its 47th All-Star Season
by Kaitlin Milligan - Jan 2, 2019

Each year, savvy jazz fans look forward to the annual Highlights In Jazz series. For almost a half century, the Jack Kleinsinger-produced events have brought together a multitude of beloved jazz musicians spanning an eclectic mix of generations and styles. The 2019 season is no exception, with four stellar concerts featuring some of the brightest luminaries in jazz today.