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Ben Vereen Joins Chita Rivera for Art Attack Benefit at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Nov 29, 2017


The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced that legendary performer Ben Vereen will be joining his friend Chita Rivera for 'An Evening of Song' to benefit the Art Attack Foundation, featuring the artists of Yellow Sound Label.

BWW Interview: Chita Rivera and More Talk AN EVENING OF SONG at Birdland
by David Clarke - Nov 22, 2017


For one-night-only on Monday, December 4, the Broadway at Birdland concert series AN EVENING OF SONG will be headlined by Chita Rivera, feature the artists of Yellow Sound Label, and benefit the Art Attack Foundation. The star-studded show promises an array of standards, pop hits, and original songs. To get the inside scoop on this not to be missed evening, we sat down with the stars to chat about this important fundraiser.

Christy Altomare, Jessie Mueller and More to Join Chita Rivera for Art Attack Foundation Benefit at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Nov 16, 2017


The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced that Broadway legend Chita Rivera will headline 'An Evening of Song to benefit The Art Attack Foundation' featuring the artists of Yellow Sound Label.

BWW Exclusive Interview: Ben Vereen Talks CD Single, STEPPIN' OUT, SNEAKY PETE & More
by David Clarke - Nov 14, 2017


Broadway legend Ben Vereen is releasing a studio recorded single today. He is also gearing up for a run of his solo show STEPPIN' OUT at Feinstein's/54 Below from November 21 to 26, filming the second season of SNEAKY PETE for Amazon, and continuing to his work with Wellness Through the Arts. To get the scoop on all of these projects, we sat down with Vereen to chat.

Chita Rivera to Headline Art Attack Foundation Benefit at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Oct 25, 2017


The Broadway at Birdland concert series has announced that Broadway legend Chita Rivera will headline An Evening of Song, benefiting the Art Attack Foundation featuring the artists of Yellow Sound Label.

Photo Flash: BEAUTIFUL's Anika Larsen, Jessie Mueller and Jarrod Spector Celebrate SING YOU TO SLEEP at Birdland
by BWW News Desk - Mar 24, 2015


On Monday, March 23, Anika Larsen, the 2014 Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner currently starring on Broadway in BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, introduced her debut solo CD SING YOU TO SLEEP with a special concert as part of the 'Broadway at Birdland' series. Scroll down for photos from the concert!

Photo Coverage: Mommy-To-Be Anika Larsen Performs SING YOU TO SLEEP at Birdland!
by Walter McBride - Mar 25, 2015


On Monday, March 23, Anika Larsen, the 2014 Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner currently starring on Broadway in Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, introduced her debut solo CD SING YOU TO SLEEP with a special concert as part of the 'Broadway at Birdland' series. Scroll down for more photos from the concert!

Photo Coverage: BEAUTIFUL Stars Reunite for Anika Larsen's Birdland Concert!
by Walter McBride - Mar 24, 2015


ANIKA LARSEN, the 2014 Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner currently starring on Broadway in Beautiful -- The Carole King Musical, introduced her debut solo CD Sing you to Sleep with a special concert at Birdland Jazz Club as part of the 'Broadway at Birdland' series last night, March 23. Joining Larsen in concert were her original BEAUTIFUL co-stars, Tony winner Jessie Mueller and Tony nominee Jarrod Spector. BroadwayWorld brings you photos from the concert below!

BEAUTIFUL's Anika Larsen Brings SING YOU TO SLEEP to Birdland Tonight
by BWW News Desk - Mar 23, 2015


ANIKA LARSEN, the 2014 Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner currently starring on Broadway in Beautiful -- The Carole King Musical, will introduce her debut solo CD Sing you to Sleep with a special concert at Birdland Jazz Club as part of the 'Broadway at Birdland' series tonight, March 23 at 7:00 PM. Birdland is located at 315 West 44th Street in Manhattan.

Broadway at the Cabaret - Top 5 Picks for March 23-29, Featuring Anika Larsen, Jessie Mueller, and More!
by Louisa Brady - Mar 22, 2015


Broadway's 40 theatres aren't the only places to catch performances from your favorite stars! Well after Broadway orchestra's begin their overtures, ensemble members take their dance breaks, and performers belt out their eleven- o'clock numbers, the party continues at various cabaret venues throughout New York City. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you some cabaret highlights for this week as picked by our theatre editors, including: Anika Larsen featuring Special Guests Jessie Mueller and Jarrod Spector; Tony Yazbeck: The Floor Above Me; 54 Sings Children of Eden; Out of the Blue: Oxford's All-Male A Capella Sensation; and Elon University: ...And the Story Goes on.

Anika Larsen to Make Solo Concert Debut at Birdland for New Album SING YOU TO SLEEP, 3/23
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2015


ANIKA LARSEN, the 2014 Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner currently starring on Broadway in Beautiful -- The Carole King Musical, will introduce her debut solo CD Sing you to Sleep with a special concert at Birdland Jazz Club as part of the 'Broadway at Birdland' series on Monday, March 23 at 7:00 PM.

BWW Interview: A Beautiful CD By a Beautiful Singer: Anika Larsen's Debut CD
by Gregory G. Allen - Dec 8, 2014


Anika Larsen (Cynthia Weil in BEAUTIFUL) is releasing her debut CD - SING YOU TO SLEEP: a tuneful and personal album for adults and children alike.

Photo Flash: Chita Rivera, Andrew Lippa, and More Featured in BROADWAY AT BIRDLAND Concert
by Sally Henry Fuller - Sep 21, 2014


The Broadway at Birdland concert series was proud to present Broadway legend Chita Rivera in a fundraiser called An Evening of Song, benefiting the Art Attack Foundation, on Monday, September 15. BroadwayWorld brings you photos of the evening below!

Chita Rivera, Rosie O'Donnell & More Set for Tonight's EVENING OF SONG Benefit for Art Attack Foundation
by Louisa Brady - Sep 15, 2014


The Broadway at Birdland concert series welcomes Broadway legend Chita Rivera as headliner for An Evening of Song, benefiting the Art Attack Foundation. The event will take place tonight, September 15 at 7pm at Birdland.

Chita Rivera, Jessie Mueller & More Set for Broadway at Birdland this Fall
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 3, 2014


Birdland Jazz Club has announced the Season lineup for Broadway at Birdland, featuring Chita Rivera, Jessie Mueller, Rosie O'Donnell, James Snyder, Andrew Lippa, Jim Caruso, Trevor McQueen and more!

Jessie Mueller, Andrew Lippa & Margo Seibert Join Art Attack Foundation Benefit Lineup at Birdland, 9/15
by Tyler Peterson - Sep 2, 2014


Jessie Mueller, Andrew Lippa and Margo Seibert have joined the lineup for An Evening of Song benefiting the Art Attack Foundation at Birdland on Monday, September 15th. As previously announced, Chita Rivera, Rosie O'Donnell, BD Wong, Anika Larsen and more will also perform.

Chita Rivera, Marilyn Maye, James Synder & More Will Take the Birdland Stage in September
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 15, 2014


Birdland Jazz Club has announced its September 2014 schedule, featuring Ralph Alessi Baida Quartet, Marilyn Maye, Coltrane Revisited, Bud Powell Birthday Celebration, Barbara Carroll, Christian McBride Trio, Jane Monheit, Jim Caruso's Cast Party, and more!

Chita Rivera, Rosie O'Donnell & More Set to Participate in AN EVENING OF SONG Benefit for Art Attack Foundation
by Louisa Brady - Jul 29, 2014


The Broadway at Birdland concert series is proud to announce that Broadway legend Chita Rivera will headline An Evening of Song, benefiting the Art Attack Foundation. The event will take place on Monday, September 15 at 7pm at Birdland.

STAGE TUBE: A Tribute to Bea Arthur - Los Hombres de 'El Cuartel'
by Eddie Varley - Apr 26, 2009


Stage and Screen star Beatrice (Bea) Arthur passed away yesterday, Saturday, April 25 at age 86. Clark Johnsen of the Mary Poppins Tour and his fellow castmates Nick Sanchez and Justin Keyes, performed a wonderful vocal tribute to the late Arthur that we are happy to share with you here on BWW TV.

Photo Tribute: Remembering Bea Arthur
by Walter McBride - Apr 25, 2009


Stage and Screen star Beatrice (Bea) Arthur passed away today, Saturday, April 25 at age 86. Arthur died peacefully at her Los Angeles home with her family at her side, family spokesman Dan Watt said. She had cancer, Watt said, declining to give further details.

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