Billie Holiday News

New Jersey Performing Arts Center Unveils 2024-25 Jazz Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 9, 2024

Discover the 2024-25 jazz season at New Jersey Performing Arts Center.

Nikki Renée Daniels, Beth Malone & More to Star in Pittsburgh CLO's Summer Musicals

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 7, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO's 2024 Summer of Musicals at the Benedum Center will be highlighted by Broadway and TV stars, as well as beloved Pittsburgh favorites.

Smokey Robinson to Return To The Apollo For A Soulful Night Of Hits

by Blair Ingenthron — May 4, 2024

The iconic Smokey Robinson will make a triumphant return to The Apollo's historic stage after nearly a decade.

Melissa Carper Releases Single 'Lucky Five' Ahead of New LP

by Josh Sharpe — May 3, 2024

Austin-based singer-songcrafter/upright bassist Melissa Carper has announced her forthcoming LP, Borned In Ya, due out July 19th via Mae Music/Thirty Tigers, with the release of its first single and video, “Lucky Five.

BroadStage's Blackbox Series to Present Queen Esther With Jeff McLaughlin On Guitar

by Chloe Rabinowitz — May 3, 2024

Experience the next performance in BroadStage's 2023/2024 blackbox series featuring Queen Esther with Jeff McLaughlin on guitar.

Review: Take 6 Takes the Cake at Birdland

by Rob Lester — May 3, 2024

Take note: Take 6 is at Birdland Jazz Club through Saturday.

Cast Set For LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL at Pittsburgh CLO

by Stephi Wild — April 30, 2024

Pittsburgh CLO has announced the full cast and creative team behind LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL, running May 17-June 30 at the newly-renovated Greer Cabaret Theater.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Comes to Pitlochry Festival Theatre in June

by Stephi Wild — April 23, 2024

Pitlochry Festival Theatre and OVO have announced the première of Scottish playwright Frances Poet’s exciting new stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s satirical study of society, money, and love - Sense and Sensibility.

Magos Herrera is Coming to Madison For 'Up Close' Series

by Stephi Wild — April 19, 2024

This musical experience transforms the Capitol Theater into a cocktail lounge and gives audiences the opportunity to sit on stage.

Berkeley Symphony Performs PICTURES AT AN EXHIBITION in June

by Stephi Wild — April 19, 2024

Color and light will converge in a program of symphonic works by Jimmy López Bellido, Duke Ellington, and Modest Mussorgsky, which will comprise the final Symphonic Series concert of the 2023–24 season.

DATE NIGHT AT THE MET With Edward W. Hardy Returns This Weekend

by A.A. Cristi — April 16, 2024

Renowned composer-violinist Dr.

Lyric Stage Announces GUYS & DOLLS, Free Summer Concerts, And More for 31st Season

by A.A. Cristi — April 16, 2024

Discover the exciting lineup for LYRIC STAGE's 31st season and don't miss their new free summer concerts in June and July.

Carmel Symphony Orchestra's Antonia Bennett Performance Moves to August's Carmel Jazz Fest

by Stephi Wild — April 15, 2024

The Carmel Symphony Orchestra has announced that Antonia Bennett (Tony Bennett's daughter) has been invited to be the headliner for the 2nd Annual Carmel Jazz Festival on August 9 at the Palladium.

National Black Theatre And The Apollo Announce Renewal Of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT

by A.A. Cristi — April 12, 2024

Explore the renewed collaboration between the National Black Theatre and The Apollo, as they announce the return of THE GATHERING: A COLLECTIVE SONIC RING SHOUT, a transcendent theatrical experience.

Photos: TONY BENNETT: A LIFE WELL LIVED Exhibition Open Ahead of Auction

by Josh Sharpe — April 10, 2024

Julien’s Auctions opened today its exhibition of Tony Bennett: A Life Well Lived, featuring exceptional highlights of their two-day auction event honoring the music and art of the twenty-time GRAMMY Award-Winning maestro, artist and beloved New Yorker.