Public Theater Celebrates Revitalization of Astor Place with Free Block Party and Open House, 10/13
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 21, 2012
The Public Theater's $40 million revitalization of its downtown home at Astor Place will be unveiled October 4, 2012 and celebrated through a series of events designed to engage the entire New York community and marking a rededication to its founding principles. The eight weeks of community events will be anchored by a free block party and open house on Saturday, October 13, 12pm-5pm, during which Lafayette Street between Astor Place and East 4th Street will be partially closed to traffic and The Public's historic building will be open to all. A physical expression of the Company's core mission of sparking dialogues, fostering artistic development and experimentation, and increasing public accessibility, the revitalization project opens up the landmark building to the street and community, and transforms the lobby into a public piazza for artists, students, and audiences.
Guitarist/Composer Eric DiVito Debuts 'Breaking the Ice,' Oct. 2
by Robert Diamond
- Sep 12, 2012
In the midst of a busy career as working musician and educator, New York guitarist/composer Eric DiVito has finally carved out the time to make his recording debut as a leader. 'Breaking the Ice,' a quartet date co-produced by DiVito with Portland pianist/arranger Ezra Weiss and veteran jazz producer/promoter Todd Barkan, will be released on the Canadian Pioneer Jazz Collective (PJC) label on October 2.
Glenn Close Among Guests on THE VIEW's Season Premiere Week
by Caryn Robbins
- Aug 30, 2012
A new season of ABC's Emmy Award-winning talk show THE VIEW begins live, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4-7 (11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon, ET), with celebrities including Glenn Close, Dwyane Wade, Kim Kardashian, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kirsten Dunst and her 'Bachelorette' co-stars Isla Fisher and Lizzy Caplan.
Bassist Brad Russell Debuts CD LET'S HEAR IT, Feat. Joe Satriani
by BWW News Desk
- Aug 18, 2012
Much to the excitement of bass players around the world, bass guitar virtuoso Brad Russell has released his debut solo album 'Let's Hear It!' on Steve Vai's Digital Nations label. Featuring guitar legend Joe Satriani, 'Let's Hear It!' explores musical frontiers where no bassist has gone before! Brad is a true bass hero and his debut CD is a solid sampling of creative cutting edge "lead" rock bass playing.
Barbara Cook to Play RRazz Room, 8/21 -6
by Caryn Robbins
- Jul 23, 2012
The RRazz Room, San Francisco's premier nightclub, presents Broadway legend and 2011 Kennedy Center Honoree BARBARA COOK from August 21 to 26. Her show "Let's Fall In Love" is comprised of her signature mix of songs, pop standards, jazz classics and Broadway staples.
KC-Based 12th STREET JUMP Radio Program Features Jazz Greats
by BWW News Desk
- Jun 20, 2012
Jazz luminaries from Charlie Parker to Hank Jones, Arturo Sandoval to the Boswell Sisters will be celebrated this Summer and Fall on 12th STREET JUMP, public radio's jazz, blues and comedy jam. Recorded live! in Kansas City, where Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Big Joe Turner and other jazz greats got their starts, 12th STREET JUMP is broadcast weekly on twenty public radio stations around the country, as well as every Saturday night at midnight on 89.3FM KCUR, the home of 12th STREET JUMP.
CAPA presents the Alfredo Rodríguez Trio Tonight, 5/4
by BWW News Desk
- May 4, 2012
A young pianist of astonishing virtuosity and imagination, Cuban-born Alfredo Rodriguez calls up images of legendary jazz pianists like Keith Jarrett, Thelonious Monk, Art Tatum, Bill Evans, and his compatriot Chucho Valdes. Schooled in the rigorous classical conservatories of Havana, Rodriguez's riveting artistry is informed as much by Bach and Stravinsky as by his Cuban and jazz roots.
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