Brian Lynch News

Photos: MINIONS AND MONSTERS to Arrive on 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD

by Rachel Stone — August 24, 2026

MINIONS AND MONSTERS, the third installment in the Minions franchise, is now available on digital platforms ahead of its physical release from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.

Photos: MINIONS AND MONSTERS Set for Digital, 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD Release

by Rachel Stone — August 13, 2026

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment will bring the animated sequel to digital platforms ahead of a physical media release, featuring new bonus clips and behind-the-scenes content.

Photos: MINIONS & MONSTERS Set for Digital, 4K, Blu-ray, DVD Release

by Rachel Stone — August 6, 2026

Universal Pictures Home Entertainment announced that MINIONS & MONSTERS will arrive on digital before a subsequent release on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD formats.

Review: CABARET at Sheyenne High School

by Brian Michaels — July 27, 2026

Cabaret is one of the most celebrated and influential musicals ever written, blending dazzling entertainment with a chilling political warning.

1776 to Open at Middlesex County's Plays-in-the-Park in Edison

by A.A. Cristi — July 6, 2026

Plays-in-the-Park will present 1776 on the open-air stage at the Stephen J.

Anna Lapwood, Samara Joy, and Pink Martini Will Come to the Kauffman Center

by Stephi Wild — May 27, 2026

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts has announced three new additions to the 2026-2027 Kauffman Center Presents series lineup.

Allison Janney, Trey Parker, & More Join Voice Cast for MINIONS & MONSTERS

by Josh Sharpe — March 16, 2026

Academy Award winner and Tony Award nominee Allison Janney, co-creator of The Book of Mormon Trey Parker, and two-time Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz are among those who have joined the voice cast of Minions & Monsters.

Interview: April Varner Tributes Ella Fitzgerald With New Album & NYC Release Show

by Rebecca Kaplan — February 25, 2026

Read about the singer's new album ELLA, debuting 3/20, and the 3/31 album release show at Mezzrow Jazz Club in NYC.

Video: Watch the New Trailer for MINIONS & MONSTERS

by Josh Sharpe — February 9, 2026

The Minions are taking over Hollywood in the first trailer for Minions & Monsters, the new installment of the popular franchise.

Samara Joy To Join ProMusica For 2026 Soirée Benefit & Concert

by A.A. Cristi — December 11, 2025

Samara Joy will appear with ProMusica Chamber Orchestra for the 2026 Soirée Benefit & Concert, marking her first performance in Columbus.

Drum Tao, Samara Joy & Black Violin Set 2026 Reynolds Hall Dates

by Michael Major — September 3, 2025

Three shows have been added to the calendar at The Smith Center: Japanese ensemble Drum Tao and classical/hip-hop blenders Drum Tao, both returning to Reynolds Hall by popular demand, and fast-rising jazz star Samara Joy, making her Las Vegas debut.

Review: BULLETS OVER BROADWAY at Summer Arts Intensive

by Brian Michaels — July 28, 2025

Summer Arts Intensive has once again delivered a knockout production, this time bringing the roaring '20s to life with a spirited and stylish staging of Bullets Over Broadway.

WEI 3 Comes to Esplanade This Week

by Stephi Wild — July 22, 2025

Wei 3 is coming to Esplanade in Singapore this week.

Jazz Singer Samara Joy to Make Sydney Debut This October

by Josh Sharpe — July 1, 2025

Five-time Grammy Award winner and breakout jazz sensation Samara Joy will come to City Recital Hall for her Sydney debut performance on Friday, October 24, at the 2025 Sydney International Women’s Jazz Festival.

Paper Mill Playhouse Announces Nominations For The 2025 Rising Star Awards

by A.A. Cristi — May 1, 2025

Paper Mill Playhouse has announced nominations for the 30th annual Rising Star Awards for Excellence in High School Musical Theater.

Samara Joy and More Set for Ensemble Arts Philly's 2025-26 Jazz Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — April 15, 2025

Ensemble Arts Philly has unveiled its 2025-2026 Jazz Season, showcasing a diverse lineup of new and emerging talents, as well as veteran performers.

Massey Hall Presents Grammy-Winner Samara Joy In May 2025

by A.A. Cristi — October 11, 2024

Samara Joy, the acclaimed jazz vocalist, is set to perform at Massey Hall.

Samara Joy Releases New Single Ahead of Forthcoming Album

by Josh Sharpe — August 28, 2024

Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Samara Joy has announced a new studio album Portrait, set for release on October 11th.

Review: 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL at Sheyenne High School

by Brian Michaels — July 23, 2024

'9 to 5: The Musical' is a vibrant and empowering stage adaptation of the 1980 film, featuring a score by Dolly Parton.

Gold Coast Jazz Society Will Host Brian Lynch Quintet in THE SONGBOOKS

by Stephi Wild — May 3, 2024

Music enthusiasts will converge for an extraordinary evening of jazz as the Brian Lynch Quintet takes center stage in Fort Lauderdale, FL at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts’ Amaturo Theater, to present 'The Songbooks.