Brian McKnight News

Appearing for the first time in London, Broadway diva Shoshana Bean is to star in two exclusive West End concerts at The Ambassadors Theatre on Tuesday 17 August.

The LA Phil presents the annual Smooth Summer Jazz event at the Hollywood Bowl with Brian McKnight; R n R featuring Rick Braun and Richard Elliot; Patrice Rushen & Friends featuring Ndugu Chancler, Nathan East, Paul Jackson, Jr. and Eric Marienthal; MTH Express featuring Marion Meadows, Paul Taylor and Warren Hill; and Spencer Day on Sunday, August 15 at 6:00 PM.

Emmy Award winning Host/Singer Jai Rodriguez began his career at age 18 in the role of Angel in the smash-hit Broadway Musical RENT. Other Broadway shows followed including: The Producers, Spinning Into Butter and Zanna Don't, where he created the title role of Zanna. In tandem with Broadway, Jai played the cabaret circuit and created his long-running 'Twisted Cabaret' - a concert series that ran for three consecutive years at one of New York City's most notable hotpots, Club XL.

The RRAZZ Room at Hotel Nikko has announced its upcoming performances through December 2010.

West?End stars Dianne Pilkington (Glinda in 'Wicked', 'The 39 Steps'), Oliver Tompsett (Fiyero in 'Wicked'), Daniel?Boys (Princeton in 'Avenue Q'), Michael?Arden ('Aspect of?Love') and?Broadway's Gavin Creel ('Hair', 'Mary Poppins') are to guest star with Broadway legend Shoshana Bean live at the Ambassador's?Theatre on Tuesday?August 17.

West End stars Dianne Pilkington (Glinda in 'Wicked', 'The 39 Steps'), Oliver Tompsett (Fiyero in 'Wicked'), Daniel Boys (Princeton in 'Avenue Q'), Michael Arden ('Aspect of Love') and Broadway's Gavin Creel ('Hair', 'Mary Poppins') are to guest star with Broadway star Shoshana Bean live at the Ambassador's Theatre on Tuesday August 17.

The RRAZZ Room at Hotel Nikko has announced its upcoming performances through December 2010.

The Jackie Robinson Foundation (JRF), a highly touted organization which provides financial grants and support services to deserving college students, will host the 5th Anniversary JAZZ on the Grass benefit concert (JAZZ) on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 2 p.m. in Sherman Oaks, California at the estate of Lynne and Oz Scott, renowned director and producer.

The LA Phil presents the annual Smooth Summer Jazz event at the Hollywood Bowl with Brian McKnight; R n R featuring Rick Braun and Richard Elliot; Patrice Rushen & Friends featuring Ndugu Chancler, Nathan East, Paul Jackson, Jr. and Eric Marienthal; MTH Express featuring Marion Meadows, Paul Taylor and Warren Hill; and Spencer Day on Sunday, August 15 at 6:00 PM.

August 2010 Concerts set for the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco. The RRazz room at Hotel Nikko is located at 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, California 94102

Emmy Award winning Host/Singer Jai Rodriguez began his career at age 18 in the role of Angel in the smash-hit Broadway Musical RENT. Other Broadway shows followed including: The Producers, Spinning Into Butter and Zanna Don't, where he created the title role of Zanna. In tandem with Broadway, Jai played the cabaret circuit and created his long-running 'Twisted Cabaret' - a concert series that ran for three consecutive years at one of New York City's most notable hotpots, Club XL.

On July 30, the Ann Arbor Summer Festival will present Chris Isaak, along with special guest Marc Broussard. For over two decades, rockabilly crooner Chris Isaak and his longtime band Silvertone have entertained audiences. With his Elvis pompadour and Roy Orbison pipes, Chris Isaak's contemporary take on 50's and 60's rock ‘n' roll has made him a star not only on the charts but on the big screen as well.

Appearing for the first time in London, Broadway diva Shoshana Bean is to star in two exclusive West End concerts at The Ambassadors Theatre on Tuesday 17 August.

Classic Soul and R&B Concerts @ the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco, 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell), San Francisco, California 94102 have been announced. Tickets: www.therrazzroom.com / the RRazz room 415.394.1189 / TicketWeb 866.468.3399 or at The Rrazz Room Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays from 12 noon to 7pm. *Unless Otherwise Noted*

Rich Goldman has been named Executive Producer of JUDGE KAREN'S COURT, the new court series from Litton Entertainment premiering September 20. Goldman's long-standing working relationship with Judge Karen Mills-Francis as Executive Producer of the previous Judge Karen series will enable him to bring out the best in her feisty and fun personality. Dave Morgan, President and CEO of Litton, is also Executive Producer of the new series, which will be shot in Los Angeles.

Jim Caruso is proud to announce the return of singer Natalie Weiss in 'Deja-New: A Fresh Take on the Familiar.' The event will take place on Monday, August 23 at 7pm, as part of the long-running Broadway at Birdland concert series.

On July 30, the Ann Arbor Summer Festival will present Chris Isaak, along with special guest Marc Broussard. For over two decades, rockabilly crooner Chris Isaak and his longtime band Silvertone have entertained audiences. With his Elvis pompadour and Roy Orbison pipes, Chris Isaak's contemporary take on 50's and 60's rock ‘n' roll has made him a star not only on the charts but on the big screen as well.

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING: SPRING INTO FALL, a new one-hour television special distributed by Litton Entertainment, features 'Culinary Rock Star' Guy Fieri teaming up with Good Housekeeping Editor-in-Chief Rosemary Ellis to cook up some delicious family-friendly recipes just in time for the back-to-school rush. GOOD HOUSKEEPING: SPRING INTO FALL is available from Litton for broadcast during the July 13 - August 16, 2010 window.

August 2010 Concerts set for the RRazz room at Hotel Nikko San Francisco. The RRazz room at Hotel Nikko is located at 222 Mason Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell) San Francisco, California 94102

GOOD HOUSEKEEPING: SPRING INTO FALL, a new one-hour television special distributed by Litton Entertainment, features 'Culinary Rock Star' Guy Fieri teaming up with Good Housekeeping Editor-in-Chief Rosemary Ellis to cook up some delicious family-friendly recipes just in time for the back-to-school rush. GOOD HOUSKEEPING: SPRING INTO FALL is available from Litton for broadcast during the July 13 - August 16, 2010 window.