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The Pitchforks Take the Stage With Special Guests, The Hamptones, 7/13
by Ben Peltz - Jul 2, 2013

From harmonizing starlets to the real deal professionals, this night of a cappella showcases the full range of talent from the middle school to collegiate level. On Saturday, July 13 at 8:00pm, Duke University's award-winning, all male a cappella group The Pitchforks take the stage with special guests, The Hamptones - the WHBPAC's very own a cappella group for teens.

Boston Pops Orchestra Performs with Special Guest Vince Gill, 7/7
by Ben Peltz - Jun 28, 2013

Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops return to the Koussevitzky Music Shed for a program featuring American country superstar Vince Gill. The Country Music Hall of Famer's career spans three decades and includes countless hit songs, including "Don't Let Our Love Start Slippin' Away," "When I Call Your Name," and "Whenever You Come Around."

Kevin Bush Brings OFF THE TOP OF MY HEAD to Trustus Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Jun 21, 2013

The Last Call Series at Trustus has brought the highly popular Plan 9 From Outer Space to the Thigpen Main Stage in 2012. Now it wraps up its season with Kevin Bush's creative cabaret evening Off the Top of My Head this summer. Bush will bring special guests Terrance Henderson, Vicky Saye Henderson, Jason Stokes, and his popular rocking brother Eddie Bush. The show will kick off tonight, June 21, and will be performed one last time on July 12th.

Universal Music Canada and PledgeMusic Enter Partnership
by BWW News Desk - Jun 18, 2013

Universal Music Canada (UMC), the country's leading music company, has announces that they have entered into a partnership with PledgeMusic, the leading international direct-to-fan music company, where UMC artists will be able to access the PledgeMusic platform and team. PledgeMusic's direct-to-fan platform offers a new and innovative way to deliver music to fans. The deal was announced today by Randy Lennox, President and CEO, Universal Music Canada and Benji Rogers, CEO and Founder, PledgeMusic.

Kevin Bush to Bring OFF THE TOP OF MY HEAD to Trustus Theatre, 6/21
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2013

The Last Call Series at Trustus has brought the highly popular Plan 9 From Outer Space to the Thigpen Main Stage in 2012. Now it wraps up its season with Kevin Bush's creative cabaret evening Off the Top of My Head this summer. Bush will bring special guests Terrance Henderson, Vicky Saye Henderson, Jason Stokes, and his popular rocking brother Eddie Bush. The show will kick off on June 21, and will be performed one last time on July 12th. Doors open at 10:45pm following the evening performance of Ain't Misbehavin', and the show begins at 11:15pm. Tickets are $15.00 and are sold at the door.

THE COLBERT REPORT Airs One-Hour Music Special with Paul McCartney Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jun 12, 2013

The Nation will experience a special one-hour episode of 'The Colbert Report' as Stephen Colbert welcomes Paul McCartney.

Auditorium Theatre's Summer Cabaret Series to Kick Off with Music of Kander & Ebb, 7/20
by Tyler Peterson - Jun 7, 2013

'Come hear the music play...' this summer at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University (50 E Congress Pkwy) and the Katten/Landau studio (425 S Wabash, 4th Floor) when both spaces are transformed into an intimate cabaret hosting some of the city's most talented performers. The series kicks off in the Katten/Landau Studio on Saturday, July 20 with 'Life is a Cabaret - The Music and Words of Kander and Ebb' featuring Scott Gryder, Nick Sula and Phil Martin and continues on Saturday, August 10 with 'The Greg Spero Trio,' as Spero treats the audience to both original songs from his new album as well as everyone's favorite jazz tunes. The series culminates on Saturday, August 24 when the audience sits on the Auditorium's world-famous landmark stage to hear 'Chicago Music Legends' featuring Frank D'Rone, Judy Roberts and Denise Tomasello.

THE COLBERT REPORT Announces One-Hour Music Special w/ Paul McCartney, 6/12
by Caryn Robbins - Jun 5, 2013

The Nation will experience a special one-hour episode of 'The Colbert Report' as Stephen Colbert welcomes Paul McCartney.

Tickets for Nashville Ballet's 2013-2014 Season On Sale Today
by BWW News Desk - Jun 3, 2013

Nashville Ballet has announced that season tickets for the upcoming 2013-2014 performance season go on sale today, June 3. This on-sale offers the highest discounted ticket prices available - up to 50% off.

VIDEO: San Cisco Cover Daft Punk 'Get Lucky' on Australian Radio
by Caryn Robbins - May 31, 2013

San Cisco put a different spin on Daft Punk's huge tune 'Get Lucky' with some very unique percussion on Australian radio station triple j. Check it out below!

Tickets for Nashville Ballet's 2013-2014 Season On Sale 6/3
by Tyler Peterson - May 31, 2013

Nashville Ballet announced today that season tickets for the upcoming 2013-2014 performance season go on sale June 3. This on-sale offers the highest discounted ticket prices available - up to 50% off.

Amanda Palmer and Alt Variety Magazine Join for 'Save the Mermaid Parade' Concert, Today
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2013

Coney Island USA has announced that Amanda Palmer and Alt Variety Magazine have joined forces for a concert on May 25th at 7pm at the Bowery Ballroom. All proceeds from this benefit will support Coney Island USA's Kickstarter campaign to save the Mermaid Parade. Ticket prices start at $25.

Amanda Palmer and Alt Variety Magazine Join for 'Save the Mermaid Parade' Concert, 5/25
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013

Coney Island USA has announced that Amanda Palmer and Alt Variety Magazine have joined forces for a concert on May 25th at 7pm at the Bowery Ballroom. All proceeds from this benefit will support Coney Island USA's Kickstarter campaign to save the Mermaid Parade. Ticket prices start at $25.

MOLLY POPE, OKAY? Plays the Duplex, 5/22
by Kelsey Denette - May 6, 2013

"MOLLY POPE, OKAY?" presents the critically-acclaimed neo-retro cabarettist in an intimate evening with you and the music. She plays it fast and loose with a new set list of eclectic songs and madcap antics. Juxtaposing the heyday of mid-century New York City nightlife with a downtown modern sensibility, she tackles material spanning the 20th century with her signature old-school style. She is joined on piano by the brilliant Brian J. Nash. Okay?

Top Stories You Missed on BWW This Weekend
by - Apr 29, 2013

Hottest Articles on BroadwayWorld.com from this weekend Sunday, April 28, 2013 - Sunday, April 28, 2013.

Ben Folds, Zosia Mamet, Nikki M. James & More Set for 24 HOUR MUSICALS, Beg. Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 28, 2013

A team of nearly 100 stars from Broadway, film, television, and music will cast, write, compose, direct, rehearse, tech, and perform four original musicals - all in the obscenely short time between an evening meet-and-greet today, April 28 and show time on Monday, April 29 at 8pm. The 24 Hour Company is teaming with the Exchange, an off-Broadway theater company, to create the fifth-ever 24 Hour Musicals. The event benefits the Exchange's summer retreat, The Orchard Project, which kick-starts innovative new theatrical work from around the world.

JERSEY BOYS Stars Join Atlanta Symphony for SIXTIES HITS WITH THE MIDTOWN MEN, 4/19-20
by BWW News Desk - Apr 19, 2013

Principal Pops Conductor Michael Krajewski will lead the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in 'Sixties Hits with The Midtown Men' tonight, April 19 and 20 at 8:00 p.m., in Atlanta Symphony Hall at the Woodruff Arts Center.

Ben Folds, Zosia Mamet, Nikki M. James & More Set for 24 HOUR MUSICALS, 4/29
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 18, 2013

A team of nearly 100 stars from Broadway, film, television, and music will cast, write, compose, direct, rehearse, tech, and perform four original musicals - all in the obscenely short time between an evening meet-and-greet on Sunday, April 28 and show time on Monday, April 29 at 8pm. The 24 Hour Company is teaming with the Exchange, an off-Broadway theater company, to create the fifth-ever 24 Hour Musicals. The event benefits the Exchange's summer retreat, The Orchard Project, which kick-starts innovative new theatrical work from around the world.

BEN FOLDS PROJECT, PETER PAN and More Set for Nashville Ballet's 2013-14 Season
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2013

Nashville Ballet announced its upcoming performance season today, which includes a new partnership with pop musician extraordinaire Ben Folds and a world premiere of a new production of Peter Pan.

Little Daylight Takes On JON SANDLER's New Single 'Take My Time'
by Caryn Robbins - Apr 2, 2013

Sandler is ready to give his fans in the US some more. Last December, Sandler released his second single off of his album with Super Duper Records titled, “Take My Time.”

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