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Julian Fleisher, New York City's favorite multi-hyphenate, will return to Joe's Pub this fall in support of his recently released album, Finally. The 10-track album was written and produced by Julian and follows his critically acclaimed Rather Bigalbum. Julian will be mixing material from both of his releases when he hits the stage, once again, at Joe's Pub on September 17. Julian was also asked to host a conversation series with his father, the legendary pianist and Kennedy Center honoree Leon Fleisher at the 92nd St Y this fall. The series includes three intimate conversations with the master, the first taking place on October 26, the second on December 14 and the final conversation will take place on February 8, 2015. The series will explore the elder Fleisher's life and career throug the lens of the music he loves.

Monica Bill Barnes & Company and Ira Glass, host of This American Life, will present their show Three Acts, Two Dancers, One Radio Host at The Town Hall (123 West 43rd Street) for a three-night-only run, September 10-12 at 8pm. Since April 2013, they've been on a 30-city national tour, appearing in one or two cities per month.

New York City's favorite multi-hypenate, Julian Fleisher, will be performing at Joe's Pub in New York tonight, May 14 at 7:00pm, to celebrate the release of his sophomore album, Finally.

New York City's favorite multi-hypenate, Julian Fleisher, is Finally done with his new album and he's ready for the world to hear it. Today, May 13, 2014 Julian will release Finally on Modern Records and he's partnered up with Out Magazine to premiere his first single, the album's title track and also the song that means the most to Julian. Of the song, he says, 'I think I wrote 'Finally' when a friend was over for lunch when I was sick. While we chatted, I had the guitar under my arm and I was absentmindedly picking away as we talked.' He goes on, 'I couldn't begin to tell you what we discussed, but by the time lunch was over, the song was halfway done. Written while flying on Robitussin, espresso, chicken soup and Advil.' Julian will be celebrating the release of Finally with an album release show at Joe's Pub on May 14, 2014.

Julian Fleisher, New York City's favorite multi-hyphenate, has partnered with Guitar World's Acoustic Nation to premiere his new album, Finally. The album will be released tomorrow on Modern Records and Julian will be celebrating the release with a show at Joe's Pub in New York on May 14.

New York City's favorite multi-hypenate, Julian Fleisher, will be performing at Joe's Pub in New York on May 14 at 7:00pm, to celebrate the release of his sophomore album, Finally.

New York City's favorite multi-hypenate, Julian Fleisher, is Finally done with his new album and he's ready for the world to hear it. On May 13, 2014 Julian will release Finally on Modern Records and he's partnered up with Out Magazine to premiere his first single, the album's title track and also the song that means the most to Julian. Of the song, he says, 'I think I wrote 'Finally' when a friend was over for lunch when I was sick. While we chatted, I had the guitar under my arm and I was absentmindedly picking away as we talked.' He goes on, 'I couldn't begin to tell you what we discussed, but by the time lunch was over, the song was halfway done. Written while flying on Robitussin, espresso, chicken soup and Advil.' Julian will be celebrating the release of Finally with an album release show at Joe's Pub on May 14, 2014.

YALE REPERTORY THEATRE presents the world premiere of THESE PAPER BULLETS!, a modish ripoff of William Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing, adapted by Rolin Jones, with songs by Billie Joe Armstrong, and directed by Jackson Gay, March 14-April 5 at the University Theatre (222 York Street). Opening Night is Thursday, March 20.

New Jersey Repertory Company will present the world premiere of 'Admit One', a new comedy by Wendy Yondorf playing January 16 through February 16, 2014 at 179 Broadway in Long Branch.

New Jersey Repertory Company is proud to present the world premiere of 'Admit One', a new comedy by Wendy Yondorf playing January 16 through February 16, 2014 at 179 Broadway in Long Branch.

Broadway veteran Sam Harris has penned a book titled 'Ham: Slices of a Life: Essays and Stories' coming January 2014. Taking on issues as diverse as addiction, fame, and parenting with his hilarious and deeply human voice, Harris's entertaining tales trace an arc of personal triumph that is universally accessible and inspiring. To pre-order, visit: http://SamHamBook.com

The Englert Theatre announces new concerts coming to the theatre this May. The lineup features exciting performances by a diverse collection of performers. Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars return to the Englert tonight, Friday, May 25. The subject of a critically acclaimed documentary, the Refugee All Stars have matured into one of Africa's top touring and recording bands. Finally, five-time Grammy award winning, guitar legend Robert Cray will perform Thursday, May 31.

The Englert Theatre previously announced new concerts coming to the theatre this month. The lineup features exciting performances by a diverse collection of performers. Tonight, May 11 Malian vocalist Khaira Arby will perform with Iowa City band Bermuda Report. Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars return to the Englert on Friday, May 25. The subject of a critically acclaimed documentary, the Refugee All Stars have matured into one of Africa's top touring and recording bands. Finally, five-time Grammy award winning, guitar legend Robert Cray will perform Thursday, May 31.

WBEZ Chicago's hit radio show THIS AMERICAN LIFE comes to the big screen at Middlebury's Town Hall Theater tonight, May 10. Host Ira Glass and popular contributors present their usual stories but also dance, animation, video and more.

WBEZ Chicago's hit radio show THIS AMERICAN LIFE comes to the big screen at Middlebury's Town Hall Theater on Thursday, May 10. Host Ira Glass and popular contributors present their usual stories but also dance, animation, video and more.

92YTribeca will feature EVERYTHING'S COMING UP MOSES, STORY PIRATES AFTER DARK, JOHN LAHR AND DAVID IVES: THE CREATIVE PROCESS, and BEHIND THE MUSIC-AL GOES OUT OF BOUNDS beginning April 4. Tickets and more information can be found at www.92YTribeca.org.

The Englert Theatre announces new concerts coming to the theatre this May. The lineup features exciting performances by a diverse collection of performers. On Friday, May 11 Malian vocalist Khaira Arby will perform with Iowa City band Bermuda Report. Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars return to the Englert on Friday, May 25. The subject of a critically acclaimed documentary, the Refugee All Stars have matured into one of Africa's top touring and recording bands. Finally, five-time Grammy award winning, guitar legend Robert Cray will perform Thursday, May 31.