Kara DioGuardi

NASHVILLE IN NEW YORK Series to Return to The Bitter End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025

The “Nashville in New York” series will return to The Bitter End! This evening will showcase some of the finest singer/songwriters in the country including Toby Lightman, Jeff Cohen, Smithfield, and host artist/founder Brooke Moriber. Learn more!

Full Cast Set For New Musical TO SIR, WITH LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2025

Jess Folley, George Maguire, Chelsea Halfpenny, Kara Lane, Michael Vinsen and Elijah Millar complete the cast of the concert performances of TO SIR, WITH LOVE – A New Musical at the Gillian Lynne Theatre.

Wayne Brady Will Make West End Debut in New Musical of TO SIR, WITH LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 3, 2025

Five-time Emmy Award winner and multiple Grammy nominee, Wayne Brady, will star alongside Lulu in two concert performances of TO SIR, WITH LOVE. Learn more here!

Lulu Will Lead New Musical of TO SIR, WITH LOVE For Two Performances Only
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2025

TO SIR, WITH LOVE is a newly reimagined stage adaptation of E.R. Braithwaite's powerful memoir features music and lyrics by John Farrar and Kara DioGuardi, with direction by acclaimed American director Sheldon Epps.

Rock N Roll Hall Of Famer Little Anthony Of The Imperials to Perform At The Bitter End
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2025

Get ready for a night of music, stories, and incredible talent at The Bitter End in New York City on when Brooke Moriber, will host her bi-monthly “Nashville in New York' Songwriters in the Round series. Learn more and see how to attend.

John O’Hurley, Rachael Harris & More Join Wayne Brady Led TO SIR, WITH LOVE
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2024

The cast is complete for the concert reading of the new musical To Sir, with Love starring Wayne Brady at the Garry Marshall Theatre. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets.

Brooke Moriber Releases New Single “Stay”
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 13, 2024

Rising Pop/Country artist Brooke Moriber has announced the release of her powerful new single, 'Stay,' available now on all major streaming platforms.

Wayne Brady Will Lead Concert Production of TO SIR, WITH LOVE
by Stephi Wild - Sep 26, 2024

Wayne Brady, the five-time Emmy Award winner and Grammy nominee, and star of Broadway's The Wiz, will take on the role of Rick Braithwaite in a special concert adaptation of To Sir, With Love, set to be performed at the Garry Marshall Theatre in Burbank.

Brooke Moriber Releases New EP 'All Heart', Featuring Acoustic Rendition of 'Half A Heart'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 26, 2024

Pop/Country artist Brooke Moriber has released her new EP 'All Heart,' featuring singles 'So Do I,' 'More Love,' and an acoustic version of 'Half a Heart.' Available on Spotify and major music services.

Brooke Moriber Drops Evocative New Single 'So Do I'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 19, 2024

Current Country music sensation Brooke Moriber has released new single “So Do I.' Written by Brooke Moriber, with Jessica Cayne and Karen Kosowski, “So Do I” is a song about admitting your regrets in ending a relationship and hoping that the one you lost feels as lost without you as you do without them. 

Amy Allen ('Espresso'/'Please Please Please' Co-Writer) to Release Debut Album; Shares Lead Single
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 12, 2024

Singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Amy Allen has announced her debut solo album, the self-titled Amy Allen, which will be released this August 23. One of the most vital behind-the-scenes forces in pop music today, Allen has brought her massive songwriting talents to a steady stream of smash hits in the first few months of 2024 alone, with her contributions to songs like Sabrina Carpenter’s culture-dominating “Espresso” and “Please Please Please” and more.

Brooke Moriber's 'Nashville in New York' at The Bitter End Continues
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 30, 2024

The New York native and sometime Nashville resident will host and perform at the intimate acoustic storytellers style performance event alongside acclaimed songwriters Phil Barton, Victoria Banks and Randall Fowler. Presented by Music Choice and sponsored in part by Kicker Performance Audio, Suerte Tequila and Taylor Guitars.

Brooke Moriber to Release Single 'More Love' and Perform Shows In Nashville, New York and More
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 30, 2024

Former Broadway star and current Reviver Records Country music sensation Brooke Moriber's brand new single 'More Love' will be available Fri April 19th on all the major music services.

Country Star Brooke Moriber Set To Release New Single 'Half A Heart'
by Michael Major - Jan 12, 2024

Country Star Brooke Moriber is set to release her new single 'Half a Heart' on January 12th. The song is about living life fully and loving wholeheartedly. Celebrate the release at The Bitter End in NYC on January 13th. Brooke Moriber is a singer/songwriter with a unique path in Country music.

Brooke Moriber's NASHVILLE IN NEW YORK Set to Debut at The Bitter End in January
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 17, 2023

Join Brooke Moriber and a lineup of talented songwriters for the inaugural installment of 'Nashville in New York' at The Bitter End on January 13th. Get tickets now for this intimate acoustic performance event.

Kate Rockwell, Elizabeth Teeter, Jim Hogan & More to Star in TO SIR WITH LOVE Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 8, 2023

Ogunquit Playhouse in association with Lythgoe Family Productions will present a reading of the new musical To Sir With Love, based on the autobiographical novel by E.R. Braithwaite, on November 13, 2023 in New York.

POP STARS BECOME BROADWAY BABIES is Coming to 54 Below This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 2, 2023

Get ready for a unique musical experience as popular music artists take the stage at 54 Below in a limited engagement Broadway-inspired performance. Don't miss your chance to see these pop stars showcase their theatrical talents.

Photos: Dua Lipa, Jack Harlow, Selena Gomez, H.E.R., Imagine Dragons, and More Attend VARIETY HITMAKERS
by Blair Ingenthron - Dec 4, 2022

Yesterday, Variety hosted its sixth-annual Hitmakers celebration looking back at the year in music and recognizing the writers, producers, publishers, managers and executives who helped make—and break—the 25 most-consumed songs of the year, as measured by Luminate. Check out photos here.

Stewart Taylor Drops New Pop Single 'Maybe We Shouldn't Talk'
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2022

Pop singer-songwriter Stewart Taylor drops his latest catchy single, 'Maybe We Shouldn't Talk' and it's bound to be the song of the summer! Being a song about breaking ties with an ex-boyfriend, it's perfect for Pride Month, inspiring listeners to prioritize themselves first over messy relationships.

2022 GI Film Festival Announces Film Lineup
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 2, 2022

Organizers of the GI Film Festival San Diego are thrilled to announce a diverse film lineup for its annual event happening May 17-21, 2022 at the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) in Balboa Park. The film festival is dedicated to presenting films and events for, by and about military and veterans, and is set to return to in-person screenings for the first time since 2019. The online box office will open on April 1 at GIFilmFestivalSD.org.