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Rachael Sage to Join Howard Jones on Spring 2017 Tour
by Robert Diamond - Dec 25, 2016

Award-winning singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Rachael Sage will be joining iconic synth-pop pioneer and hitmaker Howard Jones on the U.K. leg of his 2017 Spring Tour. Sage has often named Jones as one of her most beloved artists and a seminal influence on her songwriting, and while she has rarely covered other artists' music, she used to perform his songs including "No One Is To Blame" at her regular solo piano gig while attending Stanford University.

Broadway AM Report, 12/22/2016 - GMA Celebrates Andrew Lloyd Webber and More!
by Jessica Khan - Dec 22, 2016

Today's big news: New Yiddish Rep's GOD OF VENGEANCE, the inspiration for Broadway's upcoming INDECENT, begins tonight at La MaMa, and GMA celebrates Andrew Lloyd Webber this morning!

Kay Cole Releases New Album on Kritzerland
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 22, 2016

In 1975, A Chorus Line took Broadway by storm and ran a then astonishing fifteen years, at that time the longest running musical in history.  Featured in that original brilliant company was a diminutive powerhouse named Kay Cole as Maggie.  In the song “At The Ballet,” composer Marvin Hamlisch wrote her one of the greatest money notes in history and when Kay hit it it was like the heavens opened – it was a great Broadway voice of incredible purity and power, but also subtlety and nuance.  

VIDEO: Leslie Odom Jr., Billy Joel & More Pay Tribute to Tony Bennett; Watch NBC Special in Full
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 21, 2016

Andrea Bocelli, Michael Buble, Bob Dylan, Lady Gaga, Billy Joel, Elton John, Diana Krall, k.d. lang, Leslie Odom, Jr., Kevin Spacey, Stevie Wonder and many more paid tribute to legendary singer Tony Bennett last night on NBC's TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90

The Piano Men and More Coming Up in 2017 at Mayo Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016

Scroll down for Mayo Performing Arts Center's just-announced lineup for January through March!

Photo Flash: First Look - Leslie Odom Jr, Lady Gaga & More Perform on NBC's TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90
by BWW News Desk - Dec 20, 2016

NBC will commemorate the 90th birthday of one of America's most treasured musical icons, Tony Bennett, with the two-hour special TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90: THE BEST IS YET TO COME today, Dec. 20 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90: THE BEST IS YET TO COME to Celebrate Legendary Singer This Tuesday
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2016

NBC will commemorate the 90th birthday of one of America's most treasured musical icons, Tony Bennett, with the two-hour special “Tony Bennett Celebrates 90: The Best Is Yet to Come,” on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Billy Joel to Perform at MSG for Record-Breaking 36th Show
by BWW News Desk - Dec 17, 2016

The Madison Square Garden Company announced today that legendary musician and MSG franchise, Billy Joel, has added his 36th show today, December 17 at 8:00PM

Billy Joel Adds Record 40th Consecutive Show at Madison Square Garden
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016

The Madison Square Garden Company just announced the unprecedented 40th consecutive show by legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel. The Friday, April 14th show is part of his residency at The World's Most Famous Arena which began in January 2014 with Joel playing one show per month at The Garden as part of the Spectrum Concert Series. The April show will be Joel's 86th all-time performance at The Garden.

Photo Flash: First Look - Leslie Odom Jr, Lady Gaga & More Perform on NBC's TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 16, 2016

NBC will commemorate the 90th birthday of one of America's most treasured musical icons, Tony Bennett, with the two-hour special TONY BENNETT CELEBRATES 90: THE BEST IS YET TO COME on Tuesday, Dec. 20 at 9 p.m. ET/PT.

Tony Bennett Standard And Deluxe Edition CDs Available Worldwide 12/16; Pre-Order Now
by BWW News Desk - Dec 16, 2016

Tony Bennett celebrated his 90 th birthday in August and this milestone occasion continues with the RPM Records / Columbia Records release of Tony Bennett Celebrates 90 set for pre-order on November 11 th and worldwide release on December 16.

Clive Davis & Recording Academy to Honor BET Networks Chair Debra L. Leewith
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 15, 2016

Clive Davis and The Recording Academy® will present the annual Pre-GRAMMY® Gala on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif

LIVE IN CENTRAL PARK [Revisited] Concert Comes To The Marcus Center
by BWW News Desk - Dec 15, 2016

In 1981, more than 500,000 music fans gathered in Central Park to witness a concert by the now legendary reunion of folk duo Simon & Garfunkel. On Friday, March 31, award-winning recording artists, Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical night in Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall as part of the MC Presents series.

Billy Joel Says He Turned Down Offer to Compose Score for A BRONX TALE
by Caryn Robbins - Dec 9, 2016

The creative team of A BRONX TALE had a different composer in mind when they first envisioned the musical.

MADONNA: REBEL HEART TOUR to Premiere on Showtime, Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 9, 2016

Today, Showtime Networks and MADONNA have announced that her highly-anticipated concert film, MADONNA: REBEL HEART TOUR will premiere on December 9

Billy Joel to Perform Record Breaking 39th Show At Madison Square Garden in March
by BWW News Desk - Dec 8, 2016

The Madison Square Garden Company announced today the 39th consecutive show by legendary musician and MSG franchise Billy Joel.

Paramount Theatre to Bring Beauty to Sondheim's Dark Musical SWEENEY TODD
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2016

Some, others, many and bloody well everyone need to strap themselves in for Paramount Theatre's bold new production of Sweeney Todd-The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.

Winter and Spring Events at Berkshire Theatre Group Announced
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2016

Berkshire Theatre Group and Artistic Director/CEO Kate Maguire are excited to announce an exciting variety of musical acts set to perform at The Colonial Theatre this winter and spring.

Singer/Songwriter Phil Vassar to Release American Soul Album Today
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2016

Phil Vassar has built a legion of fans over the course of his award-winning career, and he is constantly being asked when he is going to release new music.

December is Full of Cheer at Blue Note Hawaii
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 2, 2016

December at Blue Note Hawaii, the state's premier venue for the world's most celebrated artists, promises to be one of the most musically-diverse months yet. The club kicks off with two nights of the island's hottest reggae acts with Revive the Live Waikiki Edition, followed by tributes to Billie Holiday and Duke Ellington, singer-songwriter Imua Garza and a nostalgic run with Henry Kapono as he presents the Songs of C&K. Acoustic rock and reggae artist Trevor Hall, the legendary Willie K and soulful guitarist Tavana take us into the middle of the month, leading up to GRAMMY(R) Award-winning trumpeter Herb Alpert. Local favorites Streetlight Cadence and M?noaDNA are up next, with singer-songwriter-surfer Tom Curren making his Blue Note Hawaii debut as well. The month wraps up with jazz superstar Kenny G, playing four nights through New Year's Ev

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