Count Basie News

Laufey, Lady Gaga, & More Win 2026 GRAMMY Awards - Full List of Winners

by Josh Sharpe — February 1, 2026

It's music's biggest night! Laufey, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, and more took home awards at The 68th Annual GRAMMYs.

Greg Osby, Trio Grande and More Set for SFJAZZ February 2026 Lineup

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 26, 2026

SFJAZZ will present a diverse lineup of jazz performances in February 2026, featuring renowned artists and ensembles.

Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson to Headline Count Basie Center's Centennial Gala

by A.A. Cristi — January 21, 2026

Josh Groban and Jennifer Hudson will perform at the Count Basie Center's Centennial Gala, celebrating the venue's 100th anniversary and honoring chair Jeremy Grunin.

Brook Arts Center Will Host Speakeasy Soiree And Silent Auction

by Stephi Wild — January 16, 2026

The historic Brook Arts Center has announced its Second Annual Speakeasy Soirée & Silent Auction, Friday, January 23, 2026, at 7:00 PM.

JIM HENSON'S LABRYNTH: IN CONCERT to Launch 60-City Tour

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 13, 2026

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert, is launching a 60-city North American tour this fall.

Jim Henson's LABYRINTH: IN CONCERT To Play 60-City North American Tour

by Josh Sharpe — January 13, 2026

After a global run to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert will return for a 60-city North American tour in the fall of 2026 in celebration of the film's 40th anniversary.

The George Gee Swing Orchestra and the Arturo O’Farrill Afro-Latin Octet Come to Flushing Town Hall

by Stephi Wild — January 13, 2026

On Saturday, February 7, Flushing Town Hall will present GLOBAL MASHUP: The George Gee Swing Orchestra Meets the Arturo O’Farrill Afro-Latin Octet.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with Denzal Sinclaire at Ironwood Stage & Grill

by Stephi Wild — January 13, 2026

Denzal Sinclaire will perform a special Valentine's Day concert at Ironwood Stage & Grill, offering an evening of romantic music and charm.

SPAMALOT, THE NOTEBOOK, And Bernadette Peters Lead The Smith Center’s January– April 2026 Lineup

by A.A. Cristi — January 6, 2026

The Smith Center has announced its early 2026 performance calendar, featuring Broadway tours, concerts, dance, and family programming across multiple venues.

Review: I GET A KICK OUT OF YOU at Bal Blomet

by Patrick Honoré — January 5, 2026

Just witnessed @FrederikSteenbrink's electrifying 'I Get a Kick Out of You' concert at Bal Blomet—a masterclass in big band jazz! Cole Porter classics meet original compositions, backed by Paris's finest young talents.

New Jersey Symphony and STNJ to Collaborate on ROMEO AND JULIET Event

by Chloe Rabinowitz — December 18, 2025

New Jersey Symphony will perform four concerts celebrating the timeless tale of star-crossed lovers in a unique pairing of music from Russian masters.

TEETH The Musical Will Make New Jersey Premiere in 2026

by Stephi Wild — December 15, 2025

Asbury Park Theater Company has announced their full lineup of 7 productions for the 2026 season.

Chris Pinnella Returns to Red Bank for 2 Festive Holiday Concerts at The Vogel

by Gillian Blum — December 14, 2025

Acclaimed vocalist Chris Pinnella returns to The Vogel at the Count Basie Center for the Performing Arts for a spectacular holiday concert event on Sunday, December 21.

Collective Soul to Kick Off U.S. Headline Tour in January 2026

by Josh Sharpe — December 9, 2025

Collective Soul has announced new headlining shows for 2026, starting January 29.

Algonquin Arts Theatre To Present SAME TIME, NEXT YEAR In January 2026

by A.A. Cristi — December 8, 2025

Algonquin Arts Theatre will open 2026 with a new staging of Same Time, Next Year, the long-running romantic comedy by Bernard Slade.

Jane Monheit, Stacey Kent, New York Voices & More Set For Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater December 8–21

by A.A. Cristi — December 5, 2025

Artists coming up at Birdland Jazz Club include KT Sullivan, Stacy Sullivan, Jeff Harnar, and Todd Murray in We Love the Winter Weather, Jane Monheit, Bryce Edwards’ Frivolity Hour, Stacey Kent, and Klea Blackhurst / Jim Caruso & Billy Stritch’s A Swinging Birdland Christmas.