Peter Nero

Leslie Uggams to be Celebrated at Porchlight Music Theatre's 2025 ICONS GALA
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 24, 2025

Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed that multi-award winner Leslie Uggams is the 2025 ICON Award recipient and will attend the signature fundraising event. Learn more!

Broadway Actor Michael James Leslie Has Passed Away
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 23, 2025

BroadwayWorld is saddened to learn of the passing of Broadway actor Michael James Leslie. Learn more about Michael James Leslie's life and career on BroadwayWorld.

Previews: SUMMER CABARET SERIES: CHRISTIANE NOLL at CVRep
by Kay Kudukis - Jul 22, 2025

The brilliant Tony Award nominee CHRISTIANE NOLL, who closes theCOACHELLA VALLEY REPERTORY 2025 SUMMER CABARET SERIES on July 31, has been announced to portray the iconic role of Mother Abbess (“Climb Every Mountain”)in Concord Theatricals and NETworks Presentations upcoming national tour of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music.

No Name Pops to Reclaim Philly Pops Name This Week with New Logo & Music Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 30, 2025

It’s a new day for one of Philadelphia’s most iconic musical legacies. On July 1, The No Name Pops is reborn as the Philly Pops.

Valley Forge Tourism to Present First Ever SWING INTO SPRING Month-Long Jazz Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 30, 2025

Valley Forge Tourism and Convention Board is presenting their first ever Swing Into Spring jazz celebration, a new spinoff of the popular Montco Jazz Festival. Learn more!

The No Name Pops to Become the Philly Pops and Join Wawa Welcome America
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2025

The No Name Pops is officially taking on the name Philly Pops as of July 1. Learn more about The Philly Pops upcoming performances and about the organization here!

Video: Christiane Noll Sings 'Almost Young' From MRS. SANTA CLAUS at 54 Below
by Michael Major - Mar 26, 2025

Hosted by Rob W. Schneider (Behind the Curtain) and Charles Kirsch (Backstage Babble). Music direction by Canaan J. Harris. Tony Award nominee Christiane Noll (Ragtime, Dear Evan Hansen, Chaplin) sings from Mrs. Santa Claus in this video.

BWW Q&A: Jodi Benson on GYPSY at OFC Creations Theatre Center
by Joshua Wright - Jan 7, 2025

Gypsy continues OFC’s 2024-2025 Broadway In Brighton Series with a focus on bringing beloved shows and stories of heroes of generations to the stage, many that are not typically performed in Rochester. The series also includes Anything Goes and closing out the 2024-2025 season will be the hugely popular Jersey Boys, produced locally for the first time.

The No Name Pops Gains Rights to the Name 'The Philly Pops'
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 31, 2024

The No Name Pops (NNP) has secured the full and complete rights to the trademarked name 'The Philly Pops” through the generosity of the Nero family. Finger Prince, Inc. officially assigned the trademark “The Philly Pops” to the NNP by agreement dated October 25, 2024.

Exclusive: Karen Mason Mashes Up Kander and Ebb Classics On KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 24, 2024

Karen Mason debuts a track from her upcoming Kander & Ebb album, featuring rare songs. Discover the latest addition to her celebrated discography, exclusively on BroadwayWorld.

Billy Porter to Join Jason Robert Brown in Concert at Carnegie Hall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024

Emmy, Tony, and Grammy Award-winning performer Billy Porter will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Karen Mason Celebrates Kander & Ebb With New Album KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 18, 2024

Karen Mason has announced a new album, KAREN MASON AND ALL THAT JAZZ, celebrating the works of Kander & Ebb.

Lineup Set for 2024 Montco Jazz Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 7, 2024

The third annual Montco Jazz Fest, curated by Joanna Pascale, has revealed its lineup. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Free Concerts By The No Name Pops to Take Place in Philadelphia This Month
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 17, 2024

Enjoy free concerts by the NO NAME POPS in Philadelphia this month. Join the community for an evening of live music and entertainment.

Review: Lorna Luft's Triumphant Return to 54 Below with HOME AGAIN
by Analisa Bell - May 6, 2024

Lorna Luft captivated the audience at 54 Below on Friday night. The child of legendary performer Judy Garland and producer Sid Luft, Ms. Luft is no stranger to the stage, and she had the audience in the palm of her hand with this entertaining evening of music celebrating New York writers of Tin Pan Alley, the Brill Building, and beyond!

UArts and No Name Pops to Present Music on the Square This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 22, 2024

In a first-time partnership, University of the Arts and The No Name Pops, the former musicians of The Philly Pops, have planned the UArts Music on the Square series with two evenings of music on Rittenhouse Square. See details!

No Name Pops In Discussions To Perform Under Philly Pops Trademark
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 21, 2024

At the April 20, 2024 concert 'TIMELESS: A Tribute to The Legacy of Peter Nero,' host Jim Gardner, former Action News anchor and board member of The No Name Pops (NNP), shared the information that the Nero Family has entered into discussions for The No Name Pops to perform under the Philly Pops trademark.

Guest Conductor and Pianist Revealed For No Name Pops' Peter Nero Tribute Concert
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2024

Special guest conductor, Carl Topilow, and renowned pianist George Burton, will appear at the No Name Pops’ upcoming concert, Timeless: A Tribute to the Legacy of Peter Nero. 

Malvern's Dr. Bill Carr, A Steinway Pianist, Is Special Guest At The No Name Pops' Concert, February 17
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 31, 2024

Malvern's Dr. Bill Carr, a Steinway pianist, will be the special guest at the No Name Pops' Broadway in the Burbs concert at Immaculata University on February 17, 2024. The concert will feature music from popular Broadway shows like Wicked, Gypsy, Sound of Music, Fiddler on the Roof, and more, with Dr. Carr showcasing his musical prowess by playing Leroy Anderson's Piano Concerto in C Major. Don't miss this exciting event!

The No Name Pops Receives Generous Gift From A Very Philly Special Album
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024

The No Name Pops receives a generous gift from the 'A Philly Special Christmas Special' album produced by Charlie Hall and Connor Barwin, showcasing the true spirit of the season and supporting the orchestra's mission of spreading musical joy in Philadelphia.