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Jeff Lindberg’s Chicago Jazz Orchestra Begins Its 12th Annual Subscription Series 10/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2009

On Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 3:00 p.m., Jeff Lindberg's Chicago Jazz Orchestra (CJO) begins its 12th Annual Subscription Series with CJO/Gospel Choir Meets Big Band & Selections from the Duke Ellington Concert of Sacred Music, at the Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 S. Michigan in Chicago.

Lindberg's CJO Opens 12th Annual Concert Series with 'Gospel Choir Meets Big Band' & Ellington Concert Selections 10/11
by BWW News Desk - Oct 11, 2009

On Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 3:00 p.m., Jeff Lindberg's Chicago Jazz Orchestra (CJO) begins its 12th Annual Subscription Series with CJO/Gospel Choir Meets Big Band & Selections from the Duke Ellington Concert of Sacred Music, at the Second Presbyterian Church in Chicago.

Roundabout's Stamos and Gershon Led BYE BYE BIRDIE Announces Full Casting
by BWW News Desk - Oct 10, 2009

After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

The Hartt School Announces Upcoming Events, Begins With The Adaskin String Trio 11/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 5, 2009

The Hartt School presents the Music of Stephen Michael Gryc: An Anniversary Celebration The Adaskin String Trio, along with Hartt faculty and students, perform music of Professor Stephen Michael Gryc on Sunday, November 1, at 3:00 PM in Berkman Recital Hall.

Jeff Lindberg’s Chicago Jazz Orchestra Begins Its 12th Annual Subscription Series 10/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 2, 2009

On Sunday, October 11, 2009 at 3:00 p.m., Jeff Lindberg's Chicago Jazz Orchestra (CJO) begins its 12th Annual Subscription Series with CJO/Gospel Choir Meets Big Band & Selections from the Duke Ellington Concert of Sacred Music, at the Second Presbyterian Church, 1936 S. Michigan in Chicago.

Tharp On COME FLY WITH ME To The NY Times
by Eddie Varley - Sep 20, 2009

Twyla Tharp, the famed choreographer who brought the music and lyrics of Billy Joel and Bob Dylan to the Broadway stage with Movin' Out and The Times They Are A-Changin', will next shape the iconic voice of Frank Sinatra into a theatrical piece.

Billy Crystal's '700 Sundays' is 'Mahvelous'
by Charles Shubow - Sep 16, 2009

Short Stay at the National Theatre in DC Ends September 18 but Philadelphia is Next.

Theatre Notables Sondheim, Ziegfield, Simon & More Amongst 'New York City 400'
by Robert Diamond - Sep 10, 2009

The NYC400 is the first-ever list of New York City's ultimate movers and shakers since the City's founding?from politics, the arts, business, sports, science, and entertainment.

Roundabout's BYE BYE BIRDIE Starts Full Rehearsals 7/28, Previews Begin 9/10
by BWW News Desk - Sep 10, 2009

After a 48 year absence, Roundabout Theatre Company (Todd Haimes, Artistic Director) presents the first new Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie as the inaugural production of the new Henry Miller's Theatre (124 West 43rd Street) beginning Thursday, September 10th, 2009 with an official opening on Thursday, October 15th, 2009. This will be a limited engagement through January 10th, 2010.

CALIFORNIA CENTRAL COAST THEATRICAL BEGINNINGS, ENDINGS, AND IN BETWEEN!
by Curt Miner - Sep 7, 2009

With the Labor Day weekend comes the traditional end of summer and the beginning of many fall programs and activities: football, pumpkin patches, prepration for harvest ... and here on the Central Coast, many a theatre organization is preparing in earnest for their Fall Theatre seasons - or are already off and running!

Frank Sinatra Jr. Performs Sinatra Classics in SINATRA SINGS SINATRA at the Suncoast Showroom 9/5. 9/6
by BWW News Desk - Sep 6, 2009

Premier vocalist and endearing storyteller Frank Sinatra Jr. pays homage - in song and in style - to his father's music in Sinatra Sings Sinatra at the Suncoast Showroom, September 5 and 6.

Frank Sinatra Jr. Performs Sinatra Classics in SINATRA SINGS SINATRA at the Suncoast Showroom 9/5. 9/6
by BWW News Desk - Sep 5, 2009

Premier vocalist and endearing storyteller Frank Sinatra Jr. pays homage - in song and in style - to his father's music in Sinatra Sings Sinatra at the Suncoast Showroom, September 5 and 6.

Peak Performances @ Montclair To Host American Premiere Of Jerome Savary's LOOKING FOR JOSEPHINE
by Reynard Loki - Sep 2, 2009

Nicknamed the Black Venus, Josephine Baker, one of the United States?s most glamorous and legendary expats, is the dramatic subject of ?Looking for Josephine,? a wildly splashy musical revue, which after opening at Paris?s L?Opéra Comique in 2006 and playing to over 200 sold-out houses was seen in theaters throughout Europe before returning to Paris twice more, where it was once again greeted with standing-room-only crowds. Directed by Jérôme Savary and starring American musical artist Nicolle Rochelle, plus a cast of 22 Cuban, Chilean, French and American dancers, actors, tappers, singers and musicians, ?Looking for Josephine? makes its American debut at Peak Performances@Montclair, September 17-27.

September Theatre Happenings on the California Central Coast!
by Curt Miner - Sep 1, 2009

As we flip the page on our calendars from August to September, a number of areas around the country are beginning to experience a change of seasons from summer to fall - kids are back in school, the temperatures are a bit cooler, and a few leaves are starting to show some autumn colors. But here on the California Central Coast - temperatures are still warm, and several theatres' Fall Seasons are just heating up!

NJ's Two River Theater to Host A Conversation With Stephen Colbert 11/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 31, 2009

'I Am Stephen Colbert (and So Can You)' A candid conversation with the real Stephen Colbert is a benefit for the Two River Theater Company and will be held on Sunday, November 1, 2009 at 7:30pm. All proceeds will benefit TRTC's productions and education programs.

Darmon Meader, Co-Founder Of New York Voices, To Perform Solo Concert At Birdland 8/31
by Charlie Piane - Aug 31, 2009

Jim Caruso's Cast Party is proud to announce that Darmon Meader will be appearing as part of the Broadway at Birdland series on August 31 at 7pm.

Judy Carmichael Comes To Feinstein's 8/31, Celebrates Release Of 'Come and Get It'
by BWW News Desk - Aug 31, 2009

FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine, and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, continues its 10th Anniversary season with the return of internationally-acclaimed Grammy Award nominated stride pianist, radio host and author JUDY CARMICHAEL.

'Festival Miami 2009' Greats From Around The World Perform
by Beau Higgins - Aug 28, 2009

The 26th year of one of Miami's most exciting traditions - Festival Miami - is back to kick off the fall season with great and inspiring music. From October 2-30, the Festival will present a diverse roster of recognized musical artists from around the world. Festival Miami audiences will enjoy world-class music and dance programming in four themed weeks including Great Performances, Creative American Music, Music of the Americas, and Jazz and Beyond.

'And So, The End Is Near' - But it's Not 'The Final Curtain' on the California Central Coast!
by Curt Miner - Aug 26, 2009

Can it really be coming up on the end of August?! Let's see - the stores are all having their BACK TO SCHOOL sales and many schools have already started back in session ... the college students are starting to filter back into the area from their summer vacations ... and a number of theatres are bringing their summer show schedules to a close and launching the first productions of their fall schedules. YUP - must be the end of August all right!

Judy Carmichael Comes To Feinstein's 8/31, Celebrates Release Of 'Come and Get It'
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 20, 2009

FEINSTEIN'S AT LOEWS REGENCY, the nightclub proclaimed 'Best of New York' by New York Magazine, and 'an invaluable New York institution' by The New York Post, continues its 10th Anniversary season with the return of internationally-acclaimed Grammy Award nominated stride pianist, radio host and author JUDY CARMICHAEL.

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