On December 9, 2013 92Y celebrates songwriting legend Mike Stoller on the occasion of his 80th year with An 80th Birthday Celebration, a one-night-only Lyrics & Lyricists Special Event hosted by Paul Shaffer and directed and written by Randy Johnson (director/writer of A Night with Janis Joplin). Confirmed artists performing expected and unexpected interpretations from Stoller's genre-spanning career in blues, R&B, rock 'n' roll and jazz include legendary vocal group The Coasters, along with artists Karen Akers, Mary Bridget Davies, Corky Hale, Maria Elena Infantino, Sally Kellerman, Bettye LaVette, Melissa Manchester, Billy Stritch, Tommy Tune and Steve Tyrell. Backed by Tyrell's band, the artists perform some of the greatest songs written by Stoller with his longtime lyricist partner Jerry Leiber and others. Leiber will be the subject of a special tribute during the evening. Stoller is planning to be in attendance for the celebration.
According to Barclays Center website, Andrea Bocelli will be performing at the Barclays Center on December 11th, 2013 in front of a sold out crowd. Bocelli will be joined by guest-vocalist and Tony Award winner and Olivier nominated Heather Headley and soprano Svetla Vassileva.
Happy Birthday Elena Roger! In 2006, after a lengthy search, Argentinean actress Elena Roger became an overnight sensation starring in the title role in Michael Grandage's widely hailed production of EVITA in the West End and later brought the role to Broadway. A complete unknown to the rest of the world, Roger Starred in multiple theatrical productions and television shows in her native Argentina. Most recently Roger won the 2009 Olivier Award for Best Actress for her performance as Edith Piaf in The Donmar Theatre production of Piaf.
Musette Explosion at Cornelia St. Cafe, Wednesday, October 30th (drawing by Alan Bolle), 8:30pm (doors), 9:00pm (music) -- 2 sets! and $10 cover plus $10 minimum drinks & full menu available ... reservations recommended (212-989-9319) www.corneliastreetcafe.com
Pace University presents EDITH performed by Jil Aigrot, the voice of Edith Piaf in the Award-winning film La Vie en Rose. Remembering the 50th anniversary of the passing of Piaf, the concert is set for Friday, November 1 and Saturday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Experience the passion of Paris as Louise Pitre marks the 50th anniversary of the passing of legendary French chanteuse, Edith Piaf, with an evening of songs from France's favorite composers, at The Cabaret at the Columbia Club, October 11 & 12, 2013.
This week at Joe's Pub at the Public, Sept. 30 - Oct. 6, features performances by LUKE WINSLOW KING & HIS BAND, BRIDGET EVERETT & THE TENDER MOMENTS, THE HOT SARDINES, CARTE BLANCHE, JUSTIN VIVIAN BOND, FREESTYLE LOVE SUPREME, JILLETTE JOHNSON, ALLEN TOUSSAINT: CD RELEASE, SPENCER DAY, and REBA C*NTRY! STARRING AMBER MARTINAS REBA MCENTIRE.
In October, The Grove will host Trance-Nosis and DangerMagik, a magic and hypnosis show, and Remembering The Ladies, a show honoring the ladies in on screen history.
Tony Award winner and Broadway star Patti LuPone returns to Carnegie Hall on Thursday, November 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage, presenting her solo show, Far Away Places-a travelogue of styles and stories that traces the actress's wanderlust with songs from the likes of Kurt Weill, Cole Porter, and Edith Piaf, conceived and directed by Scott Wittman, and with music direction and arrangements by Joseph Thalken.
Ute Lemper first visited Australia two decades ago and, for her 20th Anniversary tour, she has brought something new, a set of songs that she has composed in collaboration with Argentinean bandoneonist, Marcelo Nisinman, setting the love poems of Chilean poet, Pablo Neruda
Louise Pitre's latest accomplishment is the completion of her one-woman show 'On the Rocks- Stirred Not Shaken.' Her show is an autobiographical musical detailing her life thus far- both the ups and the downs. Pitre, with the help of W. Joseph Matheson, wrote original songs for the show. 'On the Rocks' will run from tonight, September 25-28 at Theatre Passe Murialle.
Louise Pitre, one of Canada's grand ladies of musical theatre, is embarking on an exciting new adventure this week as her show ON THE ROCKS opens at Theatre Passe Muraille. The photo Pitre chose for the show has been generating a lot of buzz, and BWW is thrilled to now bring readers a 'Then and Now' photo piece where we look at photos of Pitre from before she gained acclaim on the stage. ON THE ROCKS opens this Wednesday at the TPM Mainspace.
The Grove Theatre is proud to announce that REMEMBERING THE LADIES, starring Toni Morrell, is BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND, one night only on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 8:00 pm. Voted "Best Solo Show in California Theatre" and nominated "Best Special Theatre Event in Los Angeles" by BroadwayWorld.com, REMEMBERING THE LADIES pays loving tribute to the Legendary Ladies of Film, Stage, Comedy and Music, not through character impersonations (well, maybe a couple!), but through the electrifying singing voice, story-telling prowess and quirky English humor of its star, Toni Morrell.
Louise PItre is one of the grand dames of Canadian musical theatre, and this fall, she's back in Toronto doing something truly brave, unique and more than a little scary. On Wednesday, her show ON THE ROCKS opens Theatre Passe Muraille's 2013-2014 season. A 90 minute emotional rollercoaster, the show features stories from Pitre's difficult life as well as original music that she wrote specifically for the production. Is she scared? Absolutely. But she's talking about it. And BWW is thrilled to bring readers this in depth interview where she talks about the reasons for doing the show, why she's ready to expose her past, and how she learned the importance of not giving a f**k what other people think of her.
French singer Patricia Kaas pays tribute to musical icon Edith Piaf with 'Kaas Sings Piaf,' a world tour to mark the 50th Anniversary of Piaf's death. Kaas' new project, Kaas Chante Piaf, focuses on 21 of Piaf's greatest iconic titles. With musical arrangements by composer Abel Korzeniowski (who has worked with Madonna among others) and an innovative stage design, this unique concert will also include a video installation with rare images of Piaf, one of France's greatest international stars of all time. 'Kaas Sings Piaf' made its U.S. debut at Carnegie Hall in 2012 and returns to Town Hall in New York City tonight, September 21, 2013.
French singer Patricia Kaas pays tribute to musical icon Edith Piafwith 'Kaas Sings Piaf,' a world tour to mark the 50th Anniversary of Piaf's death. Kaas' new project, Kaas Chante Piaf, focuses on 21 of Piaf's greatest iconic titles.With musical arrangements by composer Abel Korzeniowski and an innovative stage design, this unique concert will also include a video installation with rare images of Piaf, one of France's greatest international stars of all time. 'Kaas Sings Piaf' made its U.S. debut at Carnegie Hall in 2012 and returns to Town Hall in New York City tonight, September 20, 2013.
One of Australia's leading onstage performers, Bernadette Robinson is returning to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) for one night only on Friday 8 November 2013, to perform live in concert, on the Concert Hallstage. Bernadette Robinson: Live in Concert will see Robinson accompanied by Paul Noonan on piano perform songs made famous by Edith Piaf, Judy Garland, Patsy Cline, Billie Holliday and Maria Callas including outrageous send-ups of well-known stars of stage and screen, bringing to life those towering talents long since passed.
Harry Connick, Jr. has joined the star-studded, international lineup of artists performing Edith Piaf songs tonight, September 19 at the Beacon Theatre. The concert marks both the 50th anniversary of Piaf's passing and the American debut of France's premier music festival, Francofolies.
Having started his music and media industry career at the age of 17 when he opened a record store (Disque Import), it seems fitting that Yves Bigot will come to New York as the new CEO of TV5MONDE to be part of the live taping of a concert honoring the legendary Edith Piaf who had loyal fans on both sides of the pond. Mr. Bigot, the new CEO of TV5MONDE will be attending "A Tribute to Edith Piaf" featuring Harry Connick, Jr., Duffy, Marianne Faithfull and many others at the Beacon Theatre,September 19. TV5MONDE has announced it will be airing (to be seen in the U.S. on TV5MONDE USA) a special broadcast of the concert in October honoring one of France's most beloved chanteuses and is also a sponsor of the Beacon show.
