Louis Armstrong
Birth Place: New Orleans, LA, USA
Latest News on Louis Armstrong:
Maude Maggart, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Marilyn Maye & More Set For Birdland Jazz (Dec 26, 2025)
Photos: Darius de Haas: LET ME CARRY YOU THIS CHRISTMAS Release at 54 Below (Dec 23, 2025)
George Coleman Will Receive 15th Annual SATCHMO Award From The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (Dec 23, 2025)
Maude Maggart, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Marilyn Maye & More Set For Birdland Jazz (Dec 26, 2025)
Photos: Darius de Haas: LET ME CARRY YOU THIS CHRISTMAS Release at 54 Below (Dec 23, 2025)
George Coleman Will Receive 15th Annual SATCHMO Award From The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (Dec 23, 2025)
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Broadway's Jennie Harney-Fleming Goes Viral After Toddler Interrupts Performance
by Michael Major - 2025-07-02 10:52:43
Video: First Look at THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL at Signature Theatre
by Michael Major - 2025-06-10 14:00:20
Video: George Salazar Sings 'Brown Buffalo' From THE UNTITLED UNAUTHORIZED HUNTER S. THOMPSON MUSICAL
by Michael Major - 2025-05-29 10:00:20
Video: Gavin Gregory Takes Viewers Behind the Scenes of A WONDERFUL WORLD in BROADWAY SANDWICH
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-05-22 10:43:49
Video: Vanessa Williams Sings 'A Lot of Livin' to Do' From BYE BYE BIRDIE at MISCAST
by Michael Major - 2025-02-17 13:48:27
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'A Wonderful World' on SHERRI
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-01-29 17:13:52
Character Breakdown: A WONDERFUL WORLD Cast Unpacks Their Roles
by Joey Mervis - 2024-10-14 17:54:11
Video: James Monroe Iglehart Performs 'What a Wonderful World'
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-07-28 13:05:21
Video: James Monroe Iglehart on A WONDERFUL WORLD- 'You Don't Know Louis'
by Joey Mervis - 2024-06-28 09:23:10
Video: Vanessa Williams & Norm Lewis Talk Representation on Broadway With Black Theatre United on the TODAY SHOW
by Michael Major - 2023-10-20 14:09:26
Photos & Video: First Look at James Monroe Iglehart & More in A WONDERFUL WORLD
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2023-10-05 18:01:32
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for LADY DAY at Philadelphia Theatre Company
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-14 17:14:45
Photos & Video: First Look at MY BROTHER LANGSTON World Premiere at Black Ensemble Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-08-30 12:24:27
VIDEO: Because it's June! Watch Leslie Uggams' Iconic Performance of 'June is Bustin' Out All Over'
by Alan Henry - 2022-06-01 10:04:14
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Maude Maggart, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Marilyn Maye & More Set For Birdland Jazz
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances running December 29 through January 11, featuring cabaret, big band jazz, vocalists, and instrumental ensembles across both venues.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 26, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances running December 29 through January 11, featuring cabaret, big band jazz, vocalists, and instrumental ensembles across both venues.
Photos: Darius de Haas: LET ME CARRY YOU THIS CHRISTMAS Release at 54 Below
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 23, 2025
On December 16 and 17, Darius de Haas celebrated the release of his holiday album Let Me Carry You This Christmas with a concert kick-off at 54 Below. See shots from the December 17th performance of the show
by Rebecca Kaplan - Dec 23, 2025
On December 16 and 17, Darius de Haas celebrated the release of his holiday album Let Me Carry You This Christmas with a concert kick-off at 54 Below. See shots from the December 17th performance of the show
George Coleman Will Receive 15th Annual SATCHMO Award From The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025
The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) will present the world-renowned tenor saxophonist, bandleader and educator George Coleman with the 15th annual Satchmo Award.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 23, 2025
The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation (LAEF) will present the world-renowned tenor saxophonist, bandleader and educator George Coleman with the 15th annual Satchmo Award.
Opera Memphis Will Receive National Endowment For The Arts Grant For America250 Projects
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Opera Memphis has been awarded a National Endowment for the Arts grant as part of the America250 initiative. The funding will support two performances honoring American cultural figures during the company’s 2025–2026 season.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2025
Opera Memphis has been awarded a National Endowment for the Arts grant as part of the America250 initiative. The funding will support two performances honoring American cultural figures during the company’s 2025–2026 season.
NYC Cultural Affairs Reports Record Funding, Capital Expansion, and New Arts Programs Under Adams Administration
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025
New York City officials have detailed nearly $2 billion in cultural investments made through the Department of Cultural Affairs over four years. The funding includes record expense and capital support for more than 1,100 cultural nonprofits, major renovations, and new citywide initiatives. The Adams administration says the investments strengthen access to arts and culture across all five boroughs.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2025
New York City officials have detailed nearly $2 billion in cultural investments made through the Department of Cultural Affairs over four years. The funding includes record expense and capital support for more than 1,100 cultural nonprofits, major renovations, and new citywide initiatives. The Adams administration says the investments strengthen access to arts and culture across all five boroughs.
SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE Live Concert Sets London World Premiere
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2025
Sleepless in Seattle will be performed live in concert for the very first time on Valentine’s Day 2026 at London’s Royal Festival Hall. The movie will be presented on a huge screen, while its soundtrack is performed live by a full band and orchestra.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 16, 2025
Sleepless in Seattle will be performed live in concert for the very first time on Valentine’s Day 2026 at London’s Royal Festival Hall. The movie will be presented on a huge screen, while its soundtrack is performed live by a full band and orchestra.
SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE Will Be Presented in Concert at London's Royal Festival Hall
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025
Sleepless in Seattle will be performed live in concert for the very first time on Valentine's Day 2026 at London's Royal Festival Hall. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
by Stephi Wild - Dec 16, 2025
Sleepless in Seattle will be performed live in concert for the very first time on Valentine's Day 2026 at London's Royal Festival Hall. Learn more about the upcoming performance here!
Stacey Kent, Champian Fulton, New York Voices, And More Lead Late-December Programming At Birdland
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances spanning cabaret, vocal jazz, big band, swing, and holiday programming during the second half of December.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present a full slate of performances spanning cabaret, vocal jazz, big band, swing, and holiday programming during the second half of December.
54 CELEBRATES HANUKKAH: A FESTIVAL OF WRITERS and More Set for 54 Below Next Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including 54 Celebrates Hanukkah, Jantzen Theatrical’s Christmas in New York and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 12, 2025
Next week, 54 BELOW will present some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including 54 Celebrates Hanukkah, Jantzen Theatrical’s Christmas in New York and more.
Queens College Choral Society Will Perform Duke Ellington’s The Best of the Sacred Concerts
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
The Queens College Choral Society (QCCS) will present Duke Ellington’s The Best of the Sacred Concerts for its 85th annual Winter Concert on Saturday, December 14, at 4 pm in Colden Auditorium.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 8, 2025
The Queens College Choral Society (QCCS) will present Duke Ellington’s The Best of the Sacred Concerts for its 85th annual Winter Concert on Saturday, December 14, at 4 pm in Colden Auditorium.
Seaside Sentimental Event Spotlights Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong
by Gillian Blum - Dec 7, 2025
It was a marvelous Saturday afternoon full of songs and stories, as folks gathered to celebrate Frank Sinatra, the man and his music, along with a nod to one of his most popular films, High Society.
by Gillian Blum - Dec 7, 2025
It was a marvelous Saturday afternoon full of songs and stories, as folks gathered to celebrate Frank Sinatra, the man and his music, along with a nod to one of his most popular films, High Society.
Jane Monheit, Stacey Kent, New York Voices & More Set For Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater December 8"21
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Artists coming up at Birdland Jazz Club include KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, and Todd Murray in We Love the Winter Weather, Jane Monheit, Bryce Edwards’ Frivolity Hour, Stacey Kent, and Klea Blackhurst / Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch’s A Swinging Birdland Christmas.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 5, 2025
Artists coming up at Birdland Jazz Club include KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, and Todd Murray in We Love the Winter Weather, Jane Monheit, Bryce Edwards’ Frivolity Hour, Stacey Kent, and Klea Blackhurst / Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch’s A Swinging Birdland Christmas.
Video: N’Kenge Shares 'S’Wonderful' Music Video From New Live Album
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Tony, EMMY, and GRAMMY Award–nominated performer N’Kenge has shared the music video for her new single, “S’Wonderful,” the second track from her 2025 album, CENTERSTAGE – Live from the Ella Fitzgerald Festival. Check out the video for the reimagining of the Gershwin brothers’ 1927 standard.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2025
Tony, EMMY, and GRAMMY Award–nominated performer N’Kenge has shared the music video for her new single, “S’Wonderful,” the second track from her 2025 album, CENTERSTAGE – Live from the Ella Fitzgerald Festival. Check out the video for the reimagining of the Gershwin brothers’ 1927 standard.
Liz Callaway & Ann Hampton Callaway and More Join Aventura Arts & Cultural Center January Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is kicking off the new year with a January lineup featuring magic, music, comedy and theatrical tributes, from interactive illusions and soulful Motown harmonies to Broadway favorites and classical favorites.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is kicking off the new year with a January lineup featuring magic, music, comedy and theatrical tributes, from interactive illusions and soulful Motown harmonies to Broadway favorites and classical favorites.
December 2025 At Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater To Feature Tom Kitt, Stacey Kent, New York Voices, Marilyn Maye & More
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will offer a full schedule of December programming in New York City, including performances by Tom Kitt, Emmet Cohen Trio, Stacey Kent, New York Voices, Ashley Pezzotti, Marilyn Maye, and many others.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 1, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will offer a full schedule of December programming in New York City, including performances by Tom Kitt, Emmet Cohen Trio, Stacey Kent, New York Voices, Ashley Pezzotti, Marilyn Maye, and many others.
All 3 JUST IN TIME Leads Will Be Played By Covers Today
by Gillian Blum - Nov 29, 2025
Tonight's performance of Just In Time will be led by covers in all three primary roles, with Matthew Magnusson as Bobby Darin, Gabrielle Carrubba as Connie Francis, and Larkin Reilly as Sandra Dee.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 29, 2025
Tonight's performance of Just In Time will be led by covers in all three primary roles, with Matthew Magnusson as Bobby Darin, Gabrielle Carrubba as Connie Francis, and Larkin Reilly as Sandra Dee.
Tom Kitt, Emmet Cohen Trio, Ehud Asherie Quartet, KT Sullivan, and More To Play Birdland December 1"14
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present Tom Kitt, the Emmet Cohen Trio, the Ehud Asherie Quartet, KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, Todd Murray, Jane Monheit, and the Yardbird Big Band directed by David DeJesus from December 1–14.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2025
Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater will present Tom Kitt, the Emmet Cohen Trio, the Ehud Asherie Quartet, KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, Todd Murray, Jane Monheit, and the Yardbird Big Band directed by David DeJesus from December 1–14.
JUST IN TIME Standby Matt Magnusson Makes 'Bobby Darin' Debut
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2025
Broadway standby, Matt Magnusson, is making his debut in the leading role of 'Bobby Darin' in today's performances of the hit musical, Just in Time.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 28, 2025
Broadway standby, Matt Magnusson, is making his debut in the leading role of 'Bobby Darin' in today's performances of the hit musical, Just in Time.
54 Below to Celebrate the Holiday Season with Joe Iconis, Norm Lewis, Joy Woods and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 24, 2025
54 BELOW will celebrate the happiest time of the year with an incredible lineup of performances by Tony winner Christine Ebersole with Billy Stritch, “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” star Darius de Haas, and more.
Axelrod Performing Arts Center Announces THAT'S LOVE! THE DOROTHY DANDRIDGE MUSICAL Starring N’Kenge
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025
Axelrod Performing Arts Center announced the premiere of That’s Love! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical, starring Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-nominated internationally acclaimed performer N’Kenge.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 23, 2025
Axelrod Performing Arts Center announced the premiere of That’s Love! The Dorothy Dandridge Musical, starring Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award-nominated internationally acclaimed performer N’Kenge.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Louis Armstrong been in?
Louis Armstrong has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Louis Armstrong been in?
Louis Armstrong has not appeared in the West End
How many shows has Louis Armstrong written?
Louis Armstrong has written 1 shows including A Wonderful World (Music).
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